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Euro Manganese is pushing forward an optimization program for its Chvaletice Manganese Project to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs, aligning with surging global demand for high-purity manganese critical to electric vehicle batteries and energy storage.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has secured a prime site and finalized key contracts for its Rare Earth Research and Processing Centre in Brazil, positioning itself as a critical Western-aligned rare earth supplier amid tightening Chinese export controls.

Multistack International Limited has announced plans to discontinue its current business operations due to sustained losses and capital constraints, with a strategic disposal of its Australian subsidiary underway.

American Rare Earths reports key technical breakthroughs and strong funding progress at its Halleck Creek Rare Earths Project, positioning it as a vital domestic source for the US rare earths supply chain.

Iluka Resources reported steady Q3 production but announced suspension of synthetic rutile and Cataby mine operations from December 2025, aiming for significant cost savings. Meanwhile, rare earths refinery construction accelerates amid tightening Chinese export controls.

Santana Minerals has taken a major step forward by acquiring freehold ownership of critical lands and extinguishing royalties at its Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project, enhancing project economics amid a strong gold market.

Alma Metals is advancing its Briggs Copper Project with a deep diamond drill hole underway and the scoping study nearing completion, supported by a Queensland Government grant and solid financial footing.

Lithium Universe and Macquarie University unveil a breakthrough in solar panel recycling technology that dramatically cuts acid consumption and boosts silver recovery efficiency. This innovation promises to reshape the economics and sustainability of photovoltaic waste processing.

Cogstate Limited reports a record-breaking quarter with sales contracts soaring 88% year-on-year, driven by expanding markets and new therapeutic areas. The company signals continued investment in growth initiatives, including AI and Asia-Pacific expansion, while projecting a strong first half of FY26.

Mount Gibson Iron Limited has agreed to acquire a 50% interest in the Central Tanami Gold Project, marking a strategic shift towards gold production while maintaining steady iron ore operations at Koolan Island.

Alkane Resources reports a robust 9.8 million ounce gold resource base in New South Wales as of June 2025, with ongoing underground mining at Tomingley and development progress at Boda-Kaiser.

EVE Health Group Limited has launched a $1.1 million capital raising via a placement to fund the commercial rollout of its two pharmaceutical products, Dyspro and Libbo. The offer includes shares and options, with some subject to shareholder approval.