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Australis Oil & Gas reported a modest dip in production volumes for Q3 2025 but offset this with higher realised oil prices and disciplined cost management. The company remains focused on securing a development partner to unlock the full potential of its Tuscaloosa Marine Shale assets.

Aeris Resources reported solid Q1 FY26 results with steady copper and gold production, disciplined cost management, and advancing divestment plans for non-core assets.

Aeris Resources reported steady Q1 FY26 production with 10.3kt copper equivalent at AISC of A$4.64/lb, alongside significant growth capital investment and promising exploration results.

Eden Innovations reports a surge in US orders and quotations for its OptiBlend dual fuel kits, driven by growing demand from data centres. Recent sales exceed US$300k, with a robust pipeline of US$4.4 million signalling strong market momentum.

Island Pharmaceuticals secures FDA confirmation that regulatory feedback on Galidesivir’s approval pathway will arrive on schedule, underscoring the drug’s strategic importance amid US government disruptions.

Air New Zealand has revised its first half 2026 financial outlook to a pre-tax loss between NZD 30 million and 55 million, citing weaker revenue growth and rising costs. The airline is pushing cost-saving measures while highlighting uncertainties ahead.

Latrobe Magnesium Limited has announced a fully underwritten $10 million equity raise through a $6 million placement and a $4 million rights issue to fund its magnesium production expansion. The capital will support the commissioning of its Demonstration Plant and advance plans for a 10,000 tonne commercial facility.

Bass Oil Limited reported a 3% rise in September oil production, driven by a 20% uplift in Indonesian output, while awaiting regulatory approval for a strategic gas field acquisition.

BHP kicked off FY26 with solid operational results, including a 4% rise in copper output and progress on major projects like Jansen potash. The miner maintains full-year guidance, supported by a constructive commodity market.

Scout Security has raised a further $220,000 through a share placement, bringing total capital raised to $820,000, as it works toward resolving its trading suspension.

Kaiser Reef Limited has achieved a 33% increase in processing capacity at its Henty Gold Mine, with ongoing ramp-up activities and exploration efforts aiming to extend mine life and reduce costs.

Metro Mining Limited achieved record quarterly bauxite shipments with improved cost efficiency, yet a recent operational outage and river constraints have prompted a downward revision of its 2025 production forecast.