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Rio Tinto Limited has announced a fully franked interim dividend of USD 1.48 per share for the six months ending June 2025, with multiple currency payment options and a Dividend Reinvestment Plan available.

Rio Tinto reported robust half-year results with $11.5 billion underlying EBITDA, advancing key projects and completing a major lithium acquisition amid challenging market conditions.

Astron Corporation Limited’s securityholders have overwhelmingly approved a scheme to shift the company’s domicile from Hong Kong to Australia, setting the stage for a significant corporate restructuring.

Volt Resources reports robust progress on its Alabama Graphite Refinery scoping study, strategic partnerships in Tanzania, and resilient production in Ukraine, positioning itself strongly amid evolving graphite market dynamics.

betr Entertainment has increased its all-scrip takeover bid for PointsBet shares to an equivalent of $1.35 per share, outbidding MIXI's $1.20 cash offer and positioning itself as the preferred suitor.

Jindalee Lithium progresses its McDermitt Lithium Project with strong US government support and a promising new refining technology partnership, aiming to enhance sustainability and reduce costs.

Talga Group has cemented its position in the European battery materials sector by securing full mining rights for its Nunasvaara South graphite mine and signing a binding supply agreement with fast-charging battery pioneer Nyobolt.

Bowen Coking Coal Limited remains suspended from ASX trading following its failure to update on funding and debt plans, compounded by the appointment of voluntary administrators.

Diatreme Resources has achieved a significant milestone with its Northern Silica Project awarded Major Project Status and a 278% upgrade in its Si2 Deposit resource, positioning the company for long-term growth in the critical minerals sector.

Altech Batteries confirms the safety and durability of its CERENERGY® sodium-nickel-chloride battery technology through rigorous testing, while its Silumina Anodes™ pilot plant in Germany achieves a 50% capacity increase. An independent DNV study endorses the technology’s promising future.

Austral Gold’s Q2 2025 report reveals a production decline at its flagship Guanaco Mine alongside rising costs, while refurbishment at its Casposo Plant advances on schedule for a second-half restart.

Magnis Energy Technologies progresses detailed engineering on its Nachu Graphite Project and moves to fast track US anode material production, while navigating ASX suspension and IM3NY bankruptcy fallout.