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Pure Resources Limited has entered a legally binding R&D collaboration with Rice University to develop cutting-edge carbon nanotube fibre thermal management systems using graphite from its Garnet Hills Project. The partnership includes joint intellectual property ownership and a planned $3 million equity placement to fund exploration and downstream initiatives.

Duratec Limited is set to acquire Newcastle-based Pacific Welding Australia for up to $12 million, boosting its Energy and Mining sector footprint in NSW. The deal enhances Duratec’s self-perform capabilities and access to key Hunter Region clients.

Northern Star Resources announces a substantial on-market share buy-back program of up to A$500 million starting April 2026, aiming to enhance shareholder returns while maintaining financial strength.

Synlait Milk Limited has completed the sale of its North Island assets to Abbott for NZ$307 million, significantly reducing its bank debt and refocusing its operations on Canterbury.

Empire Resources Limited has completed the issuance of 1 million shares under the second tranche of its placement, following shareholder approval at the recent extraordinary meeting. This move strengthens the company’s capital base as it pushes forward with its gold and copper projects in Western Australia.

Betashares Capital Ltd has announced the Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) issue prices for 30 of its ETFs for the March 2026 distribution period, with elections due by 7 April and unit issuance scheduled for 20 April.

Betashares Capital Ltd has announced the Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) issue prices for its Australian High Interest Cash ETF and Cash Plus Active ETF for the March 2026 distribution period. Investors must submit DRP elections by 7 April 2026, with unit issuance scheduled for 13 April.

Healthscope has paid all rent due through April 2026 for hospitals owned by HealthCo Healthcare & Wellness REIT, while alternative operators submit plans to take over hospital operations.

Cauldron Energy Limited has clarified that its recent share price jump is driven by easing geopolitical tensions and a buoyant uranium market, with no undisclosed material information influencing trading.

PEXA Group has dismissed any undisclosed information behind its recent share price drop, attributing market moves to a preliminary IPART pricing consultation paper.

Acrow Limited has reported record new hire contracts and a robust sales pipeline, confirming FY26 guidance and issuing optimistic initial guidance for FY27 revenue and earnings.

CVC Limited has addressed ASX concerns over a delayed Appendix 3Y filing related to director John Leaver’s interest change, attributing the delay to administrative oversight while affirming existing compliance policies.