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Everest Metals has kicked off a 2,000m reverse circulation drilling program at its Mt Dimer Exploration Project in Western Australia, supported by a $145,000 co-funding grant from the WA Government’s Exploration Incentive Scheme. The campaign targets three high-priority gold anomalies adjacent to existing mining operations, aiming to extend known mineralisation.

Australian Gold and Copper Ltd (ASX: AGC) has completed the second tranche of its $5 million placement, received a nearly $1 million R&D tax refund, and finalized the acquisition of the drill-ready Junee gold project in NSW.

Tissue Repair Limited (ASX: TRP) has applied to delist from the ASX, citing limited liquidity and high listing costs. The company plans a shareholder vote and a $1 million off-market buy-back at a premium to recent prices.

James Hardie Industries has exceeded its preliminary Q1 FY27 sales and EBITDA guidance, driven by robust demand in its Siding & Trim segment and improved Deck, Rail & Accessories performance.

Macquarie Group reports a 30% profit increase in FY26 to A$4.85 billion as CEO Shemara Wikramanayake announces retirement, with Greg Ward set to take the helm in November 2026.

Locate Technologies’ Q4 FY26 update highlights a 54% surge in Locate2u revenue to NZ$1.20 million, driving normalised EBITDA into positive territory. AI integration accelerated product development and customer onboarding, while capital moves included a share buyback and royalty conversion.

Tourism Holdings Limited has upgraded its FY26 underlying net profit after tax to around $46 million, beating earlier guidance. The company reports strong vehicle sales in New Zealand and robust late bookings, particularly in North America, while net debt ended lower than expected.

Genesis Energy reported an 11.6% increase in electricity netback to $189/MWh in Q4 FY26, driven by a strategic shift to a single brand and simplified product offering. Despite a 5.8% decline in total customers and lower electricity sales, the company advanced its renewables pipeline and battery storage projects while thermal generation dropped sharply due to warmer conditions.

Mercury NZ invests US$30 million for a minority stake in Datagrid NZ, aligning with its strategy to power long-term renewable demand from large-scale digital infrastructure projects.

Monvia Limited, an Australian SaaS provider for life insurers, is seeking to raise $17.5 million via an IPO on the ASX. The funds will support redemption of preference shares and fuel growth in existing and new markets.

Wrkr Ltd has completed a $10 million placement and launched a $2 million Share Purchase Plan to fund accelerated employer onboarding and platform enhancements ahead of Payday Super’s phased rollout.

Prestal Holdings Limited (ASX: PTL) has voluntarily suspended trading in its shares pending disclosure of a significant transaction. Details remain under wraps as the company complies with ASX requirements.