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Ark Mines is advancing its Stage-3 drilling program at the Sandy Mitchell Rare Earths project ahead of schedule, targeting a substantial increase in measured resources to underpin a Pre-Feasibility Study in early 2026.

Eildon Capital Group reported a $5.7 million net loss in FY25, weighed down by $8 million in one-off charges, while simplifying its portfolio and entering a new joint venture in North Queensland.

Eildon Capital Group reported a net loss of $5.7 million for FY2025, weighed down by significant one-off impairments, while pivoting to focused real estate investments with a new $20.8 million joint venture in Queensland.

Bio-Gene Technology Limited reported a net loss of AUD 2.58 million for FY2025 while making significant strides in developing its bio-insecticides Flavocide and Qcide, securing US Department of Defense grants and expanding global partnerships.

Ark Mines has landed a $4.5 million investment from Queensland’s Critical Minerals and Battery Technology Fund, accelerating development at its Sandy Mitchell rare earths project with production targeted for late 2027.

Diatreme Resources has achieved a significant regulatory milestone with Project Status granted across its silica sand tenements in Far North Queensland, alongside critical tenure renewals that preserve its strategic landholdings. This development strengthens its pathway toward long-term production of low-iron, high-purity silica sand.

Reef Casino Trust faces a new takeover challenge as Morris Group submits a conditional $191.7 million cash offer, competing with the board-backed Iris proposal. The trust’s Independent Board Committee urges unitholders to hold off while assessing the competing bids.

Alliance Aviation Services reported a robust 19% revenue increase to $769.7 million in FY25, driven by fleet expansion and strong operational performance. The company’s strategic investments and contract growth set a positive tone for FY26.

Pacgold Limited has entered a farm-in agreement to acquire up to 100% of the St George Gold-Antimony Project in North Queensland, unlocking exposure to a critical mineral with soaring prices and strong geopolitical demand.

Diatreme Resources has outlined two substantial exploration targets near its Northern Silica Project, potentially adding up to 275 million tonnes of high-purity silica sand adjacent to the world-class Cape Flattery mine.

Eildon Capital Group has entered a joint venture to acquire a large sandalwood plantation in Queensland’s Burdekin Irrigation District, while unveiling a strategic update to its operating model aimed at driving disciplined growth and enhanced returns.

Ballymore Resources has initiated a 30-day induced polarisation survey at the historic Andromache copper-gold prospect, backed by a $150,000 government grant, aiming to reveal deeper copper sulphide mineralisation and advance its Dittmer Project exploration.