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Liontown Resources has reported a robust December 2024 quarter at its Kathleen Valley Lithium Operation, delivering strong production and financial results that underscore its trajectory towards becoming a world-class lithium producer.

Respiri Limited has completed its acquisition of Orb Health Inc. for US$9 million in shares, marking a strategic move to strengthen its foothold in the US connected and chronic care market. The integration promises operational cost savings and expanded service offerings.

Lucapa Diamond Company has identified two significant conductive base metal targets at its Merlin Diamond Project in the Northern Territory, marking a major milestone after 25 years without geophysical surveys. These targets lie just 50km from the world-class McArthur River zinc-lead mine, suggesting strong exploration potential.

Strickland Metals reports a significant 80.2m intercept grading 1.9g/t AuEq at its Shanac Deposit in Serbia, setting the stage for a resource upgrade in March 2025.

Iron Road Ltd has secured a $3 million milestone payment from Amp Energy and made significant progress on its Cape Hardy Industrial Port Precinct and Central Eyre Iron Project slurry pipeline study, reinforcing its strong cash position and strategic development plans.

Tivan Limited has successfully produced ultra-high-purity vanadium pentoxide from its Speewah Vanadium Project, advancing its commercial pathway toward vanadium flow battery applications without relying on costly solvent extraction.

Wesfarmers has announced the wind down of Catch as a standalone business, transferring its e-commerce fulfilment centres to Kmart Group and integrating key digital capabilities into its retail divisions to strengthen omnichannel offerings.

Close the Loop Limited has concluded its exclusivity period with Adamantem Capital without signing binding transaction documents, leaving the potential acquisition uncertain. Shareholders are advised to await further updates as discussions remain open but no deal is confirmed.

iTech Minerals has entered a binding agreement with global lithium giant SQM to jointly develop the Reynolds Range Lithium Project, marking a significant step forward for the Northern Territory asset. This partnership enables SQM to earn up to a 70% stake in lithium rights, backed by a structured investment and exploration program.

Hazer Group has successfully completed its Commercial Demonstration Plant program ahead of schedule, validating its methane pyrolysis technology and securing significant funding to accelerate commercialisation in 2025.

Activeport has successfully closed a $6.1 million capital raise, including a significant placement to new institutional investor MWP Partners, positioning the company for accelerated growth in the global telecommunications and data centre software markets.

Aumake Limited has inked a two-year e-commerce collaboration with Sichuan Airlines, opening access to over 30 million passengers annually and initiating sales with a AU$281,361 purchase order of premium Australian alcohol.