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The Reject Shop held a virtual Scheme Meeting approving Dollarama's $6.68 per share acquisition offer, reflecting a substantial premium and unanimous board support. The deal now awaits Federal Court approval, with implementation expected by late July.

North Stawell Minerals Ltd (ASX – NSM) has opened a $2.1 million non-renounceable entitlement offer to fund key gold exploration projects in Victoria. This follows a $1.5 million placement, together raising $3.6 million to advance drilling and development.

Auric Mining has launched mining operations at the Munda Gold Mine Starter Pit, marking a key milestone with the first blast and steady progress toward October completion. The company is poised to expand with plans for a larger pit next year amid a bullish gold market.

Staude Capital Global Value Fund Limited (GVF) launches a Share Purchase Plan offering existing shareholders a chance to invest up to $30,000 at a price near its net asset value, following nearly five years without a capital raise.

Coronado Global Resources has finalised a US$150 million secured lending facility to bolster its liquidity, supporting ongoing expansion and cost-saving efforts amid a tough coal market.

Lakes Blue Energy has raised $6.5 million through a fully underwritten placement to fund the drilling and testing of its Wombat 5 appraisal well in Victoria, positioning itself to address looming gas shortages on Australia’s east coast.

Winsome Resources signals it is unlikely to exercise the Renard Option by August 2025 due to ongoing lithium market volatility, while maintaining strong focus and funding for its flagship Adina Lithium Project.

Contact Energy's May 2025 report reveals a decline in mass market sales yet highlights improved generation efficiency and rising netback prices, alongside steady progress on key infrastructure projects.

Cettire Limited reports a slight 1.7% increase in sales revenue for the year-to-date FY25 amid ongoing global luxury market challenges, including US tariff impacts and volatile demand. The company focuses on emerging markets expansion and improving profitability despite margin pressures.

ACDC Metals has released a comprehensive scoping study for its Goschen Central project in Victoria, revealing strong economic potential through a two-phase heavy mineral sand and rare earth element operation. The study highlights robust financial metrics and strategic importance in critical minerals supply.

Northern Minerals Limited has responded to ASX inquiries about recent unusual trading activity, confirming no undisclosed information but highlighting ongoing project developments and market factors influencing its share price.

Sunrise Energy Metals Limited has announced a $1.5 million Share Purchase Plan (SPP) offering eligible shareholders the chance to invest at 30 cents per share, accompanied by options exercisable at 40 cents until May 2027. The capital raise aims to fast-track the feasibility study and development of its Syerston Scandium Project in New South Wales.