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Heavy Rare Earths Limited has initiated a strategic review of its Cowalinya rare earth project, focusing on heavy rare earth oxides critical for energy and defence sectors. The review aims to unlock value from high-grade zones within a substantial JORC resource through expert reinterpretation and targeted metallurgical testing.

Sparc Technologies has unveiled SparcESTM, a graphene additive range designed for electrostatic and conductive coatings, aiming to disrupt a $1.65 billion market driven by data centres, semiconductors, and EV battery manufacturing.

ClearVue Technologies is inviting eligible shareholders to participate in a $1 million Share Purchase Plan at a discount, following a $5 million institutional placement. The capital raised will support ERP rollout, R&D, and working capital.

GTN Limited projects a sharp fall in FY26 earnings amid tough market conditions but signals a hefty dividend and a rebound in FY27 EBITDA.

Bankers Investment Trust reported a 3.7% NAV total return for the half-year to April 2026, outpacing the FTSE World Index, while declaring a 3.1% dividend increase. Fund manager Alex Crooke announced retirement, with Richard Clode set to take the helm.

Tourism Holdings Limited has received a fresh non-binding indicative offer from a credible strategic buyer at NZ$3.30 to NZ$3.40 per share, while continuing negotiations with the BGH Consortium over due diligence access.

Unity Metals Limited’s shares surged from 6.8 cents to 17 cents on 23 June 2026, prompting an ASX inquiry. The company denies any undisclosed information behind the spike and confirms compliance with continuous disclosure rules.

Mount Ridley Mines has confirmed that high-grade scandium mineralisation at its Grass Patch Complex extends beyond the current Block 1 resource in all directions, based on re-assays of 481 historical drill samples. This expansion supports a resource upgrade and highlights the project's strategic importance amid tightening global scandium supply.

Reliance Worldwide Corporation plans to shutter its brass manufacturing in Melbourne, citing declining volumes tied to automation and supply chain shifts, while targeting a US$9 million boost to operating earnings by FY27.

Charger Metals has struck a deal to sell its Bynoe Lithium Project to Core Lithium’s subsidiary for up to $14.75 million, including upfront cash, a resource milestone payment, and a capped royalty. The sale lets Charger focus on its Lake Johnston lithium ambitions.

Microba Life Sciences is targeting a $6 million capital raise through a $1 million Securities Purchase Plan and a $5 million Placement, both subject to shareholder approval. The funds aim to accelerate diagnostics growth and develop a new testing product.

APA Group projects a final distribution of 30.5 cents per security for the six months ending June 2026, marking a modest 1.7% increase over the prior year and maintaining full-year guidance.