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Patrys Limited has appointed Dr Samantha South as its new CEO, aiming to leverage her biotech expertise to fast-track clinical development and commercialisation of its therapeutic antibody pipeline.

Northern Star Resources delivers robust half-year financials, confirming the integration of De Grey Mining’s Hemi Project and nearing completion of the KCGM mill expansion.

Northern Star Resources reported a robust half-year profit increase driven by higher gold prices despite operational challenges, while investing heavily in transformative growth projects.

LinQ Minerals has reported a major shallow gold and copper discovery 160 metres south of its Gidginbung open pit, revealing thicker and higher-grade mineralisation than previously expected. This breakthrough could significantly expand the resource potential of the Gilmore Project in New South Wales.

Lefroy Exploration has launched its inaugural toll milling campaign at the Lucky Strike Gold Mine, with first gold production expected by mid-February amid strong gold prices. The company is also advancing drilling to expand the mine’s footprint.

Auric Mining has reported its initial gold outturn of 1,147 ounces from the Munda Starter Pit, marking a promising start to its 2026 production campaign with gold valued at over $8 million.

Golden Deeps Ltd has intersected strongly mineralised copper-zinc zones below high-grade gossans at its Graceland Prospect in Namibia, revealing promising ‘Tsumeb-type’ sulphide targets. New geophysical surveys have identified multiple chargeability anomalies, setting the stage for deeper drilling campaigns.

Yugo Metals has reported promising initial drilling results at its Kovacevac prospect, revealing high-grade polymetallic mineralisation that could underpin a resilient multi-commodity project.

Insurance Australia Group Limited (IAG) has announced a quarterly dividend of AUD 1.5565 per security on its Capital Notes 3, payable mid-March 2026 with partial franking.

Insurance Australia Group Limited has announced a quarterly dividend of AUD 1.6241 per security for its Capital Notes, payable mid-March 2026, reflecting a steady 6.5141% annualised distribution rate.

Insurance Australia Group (IAG) reported a resilient first half of FY26 with an underlying insurance profit of $804 million and maintained its full-year guidance despite integration challenges from the RAC Insurance acquisition.

IAG’s 1H26 results reveal a 35% drop in net profit after tax due to severe weather costs from its RACQI acquisition, yet underlying insurance profit rose 7.6%, supported by solid premium growth and a $200 million share buyback.