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Echelon Resources delivered a robust March 2025 quarter with production volumes up 5% and development wells at Mereenie surpassing expectations. The company also moved to acquire full operatorship of EP145 in the Amadeus Basin, signaling strategic growth despite exploration setbacks.

Cobalt Blue Holdings progresses its Kwinana Cobalt Refinery towards a Final Investment Decision while expanding into copper and base metals through the Halls Creek Project. The cobalt market faces a structural shift amid DRC export restrictions, supporting a strategic corporate rebrand and leadership changes.

Energy Transition Minerals (ETM) has renewed its focus on the Kvanefjeld rare earth project in Greenland, highlighted by a high-level site visit and a $9.35 million capital raise, while navigating ongoing arbitration and court proceedings.

1414 Degrees Ltd advances its transformation into a full-service decarbonised energy provider, delivering key technology and commercial milestones in Q3 FY25 while maintaining a stable cash position.

Noble Helium has postponed its Western margin drilling program and appointed Dennis Donald as Non-Executive Chairman, while actively pursuing refinancing and cost-saving measures to sustain its flagship North Rukwa Project.

Vectus Biosystems advances its lead fibrosis drug VB0004 with validated Phase I safety data and strategic cost reductions, while actively pursuing licensing partnerships in China.

BPH Global Ltd has raised $609,000 through a targeted placement and made significant strides in its Indonesian seaweed venture, including binding offtake agreements and R&D breakthroughs on mineral extraction.

Cassius Mining Limited reports significant progress on its Soalara Limestone Project in Madagascar, alongside ongoing international arbitration against Ghana seeking USD 277 million in damages. The company also strengthens its balance sheet with recent equity raises totaling approximately AUD 1.53 million.

Kinetiko Energy reports encouraging progress in South African gas exploration, with improved well performance and a drilling optimisation study revealing key production enhancements.

Australian Rare Earths Limited (ASX: AR3) has secured a $5 million government grant to advance its Koppamurra Rare Earths Project, confirmed promising uranium mineralisation at its Overland Project, and raised $3.6 million through a rights issue to accelerate development.

Australian Gold and Copper Ltd reports strong assay results from its accelerated aircore drilling program at the Achilles Shear Zone, extending the known mineralisation footprint by at least 1.2 kilometres. With $15.7 million cash on hand, the company is poised for further exploration and resource definition.

Merino & Co reported a transformative quarter marked by operational upgrades, new product launches, and the integration of cryptocurrency payments, ending with a robust cash position to fuel future growth.