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Lunnon Metals has reported robust assay results from a 36-hole infill drill campaign at its Hustler gold deposit, underpinning an imminent Mineral Resource update and advancing permitting and mining optimisation activities.

Astral Resources has reported significant deep gold mineralisation extending well below the current Theia Deposit resource at its Mandilla Gold Project, alongside ongoing in-fill drilling to upgrade open pit resources.

Benz Mining’s latest drilling at Glenburgh’s Icon Camp continues to underpin a multi-million-ounce gold target, delivering thick high-grade intercepts and expanding mineralised zones towards Apollo.

Karoon Energy has successfully revived production at the Baúna SPS-92 well, lifting total output to 20,500 bopd and revising its 2026 capital expenditure guidance upward. Concurrently, the company plans a third phase of its on-market share buyback, citing undervaluation and disciplined capital allocation.

Big River Industries expects FY26 EBITDA growth around 8% despite Q4 revenue softness and forecasts double-digit growth for FY27, while initiating a strategic options review.

Elevra Lithium has commenced construction on its North American Lithium expansion, backed by a recent capital raise that fully funds the project. The expansion aims to boost spodumene concentrate output by up to 20% and reduce operating costs by mid-2027.

CD Private Equity Fund I (ASX:CD1) posted a net loss of $6.96 million for the year ended 31 March 2026, driven by a $5.14 million fair value decline in its US private equity holdings and significant foreign exchange pressures. Despite near-term setbacks, the Fund has delivered an 8.3% post-tax annual return since inception.

West Wits Mining has fully repaid its USD 12.5 million Nebari loan facility, unlocking the path to financial close and imminent drawdown of a ZAR 875 million (~USD 53 million) senior loan. This milestone underpins the Qala Shallows Project’s ramp-up to steady-state gold production.

Australian Rare Earths (ASX: AR3) has announced a maiden Ore Reserve of 26 million tonnes at 920 ppm TREO for its Koppamurra Rare Earths Project, underpinned by a robust Pre-Feasibility Study delivering an A$858 million post-tax NPV and a rapid payback of less than one year.

Omega Oil & Gas has secured full funding for its 2026/27 appraisal campaign targeting the Taroom Trough, positioning the company to advance one of Australia’s most promising unconventional oil and gas plays.

Judo Bank has raised its FY26 cost of risk guidance due to three specific customer exposures, yet maintains a strong profit outlook with a projected 30% increase in pre-tax earnings.

RTO Limited reported a net loss of NZD 173,831 for the year ended 31 March 2026, remaining inactive while actively seeking a reverse takeover target. The company faces going concern uncertainty but secured shareholder support with a $200k loan agreement post-year-end.