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Aurelia Metals has kicked off FY26 with robust production and cost management, driven by the ahead-of-schedule ramp-up at its Federation mine and promising progress at Great Cobar.

Aurelia Metals reports a 12% increase in Mineral Resources and a 17% rise in Ore Reserves, driven by strong copper growth at its Peak Operation and the commencement of production at Federation Mine.

Sunrise Energy Metals has announced a significant 87% increase in the Ore Reserve Estimate for its Syerston Scandium Project, underpinning a 32-year mine life with steady scandium oxide production. The update comes amid tightening Chinese export controls, positioning the project as a critical non-Chinese scandium supply source.

Native Mineral Resources and Great Divide Mining have agreed to jointly develop and process ore from the Yellow Jack Gold Project at NMR’s Blackjack Plant, aiming to enhance regional gold production.

Plenti Group Limited has reported a fourth straight quarter of record loan originations, driving a 24% annual growth in its loan portfolio and doubling its half-year profits. The fintech lender is accelerating towards a $3 billion loan book target by March 2026 amid strong credit performance and strategic investments.

Sky Metals reports significant drilling successes and metallurgical advances at its Tallebung and Doradilla tin projects, supported by a $6.1 million capital raise to accelerate development.

Yancoal’s September quarter report reveals stable coal output and a slight dip in realised prices, alongside a leadership change and strategic stake increase in the Moolarben Joint Venture.

Chalice Mining is progressing its Gonneville Project Pre-Feasibility Study on schedule for November 2025 completion, fully funded and targeting a Final Investment Decision by late 2027 as palladium prices hit a two-year high.

EV Resources has secured a 150-tonne-per-day processing plant near its Los Lirios project, fast-tracking antimony production and positioning itself as a key North American supplier.

Aurora Energy Metals reports strong metallurgical results and progress toward Eagle Energy Metals’ Nasdaq listing, advancing the Aurora Uranium Project’s development.

Horizon Minerals reported a robust operating cash inflow of A$6 million for Q3 2025, lifting its cash reserves to A$34.4 million. The company also reduced its convertible loan facility balance through partial conversions, maintaining strong liquidity for ongoing exploration.

BrainChip Holdings has initiated tape-out for its AKD1500 neuromorphic AI chip, targeting volume production by late Q3 2026 to meet rising demand for ultra-low-power edge AI solutions.