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Microba Life Sciences has announced a $14.5 million capital raising, including a $2 million fully underwritten Securities Purchase Plan (SPP) and a $12.5 million Placement, aimed at fast-tracking commercialisation of its microbiome diagnostic tests in Australia and the UK.

ALS Limited reported a robust FY25 with 16% revenue growth to AUD 3 billion, underpinned by strong organic expansion and key acquisitions. Despite slight NPAT decline, the company advances its sustainability agenda and invests in global lab upgrades.

Xstate Resources Limited has announced a re-compliance capital raising to fund its acquisition of a 51% interest in the Diona Project in Queensland and the drilling of the Diona-1 well, aiming to resume ASX trading.

Munro Climate Change Leaders Fund Active ETF (ASX – MCCL) has released an estimated cash distribution of 302.3 cents per unit for the fiscal year ending 30 June 2025, signaling investor returns amid evolving market conditions.

Ricegrowers Limited (SunRice) has reactivated its Dividend Reinvestment Plan for the FY25 final dividend, offering shareholders a discounted share purchase option backed by a $10 million partial underwriting.

Charger Metals NL has secured a significant farm-in agreement with Rio Tinto Exploration to fund up to $43.7 million at its Lake Johnston lithium project, while confirming high-grade spodumene discoveries at multiple prospects. The company also highlights promising exploration potential at its Bynoe Lithium Project in the Northern Territory.

High-Tech Metals Limited has appointed Tyler Formica to its board following a $2.5 million capital raise, while the company begins its search for a new CEO after not extending Warren Thorne's contract.

Vulcan Steel has extended the relaxation of its banking covenant thresholds through June 2026, reinforcing its liquidity position amid uncertain economic conditions.

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.