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Hammer Metals has identified promising high-grade gold targets adjacent to the multi-million-ounce Bronzewing mine, setting the stage for a significant drilling campaign at its Yandal Gold Project in Western Australia.

Woolworths Group reported a 3.2% rise in total sales to $17.3 billion for Q3 FY2025, driven by strong growth in Australian Food, B2B, and New Zealand segments, alongside a 15.7% surge in eCommerce. However, BIG W’s sales decline and profit outlook challenges temper the overall performance.

Lithium Energy Limited has received over US$33 million from the partial sale of its Solaroz Lithium Brine Project and acquired a 100% stake in the Capricorn Gold-Copper Belt Project, positioning itself for a strategic turnaround amid ASX suspension.

EMU NL’s latest quarterly report reveals promising copper exploration parallels with Canada’s largest open-pit mine, a renewed gold project strategy, and significant corporate restructuring amid shareholder disputes.

Earth’s Energy Limited reports progress on South Australian geothermal projects with promising feasibility study results, while navigating executive transitions and shareholder governance challenges.

Tartana Minerals has made significant strides towards boosting copper output by signing a key agreement to process ore at the Mungana facility, securing a $10 million financing package, and winning a government grant for exploration drilling.

Seafarms Group has completed a $6.83 million sale and leaseback deal with Mainstream Aquaculture, ensuring continued prawn farming operations at Cardwell through early 2026 and beyond. This strategic move supports ongoing growth amid strong domestic and international demand.

Ballymore Resources reports strong progress at its Queensland projects, highlighted by ongoing high-grade underground drilling at Dittmer and promising metallurgical testwork results. The company maintains a solid $4 million cash position while advancing exploration across its portfolio.

Dart Mining has reported a significant 27% increase in inferred gold ounces at its Triumph Gold Project, alongside operational gains and a $3 million capital raise to fuel further exploration in Central Queensland.

Alice Queen Limited’s latest drilling at the Viani Project in Fiji confirms high-grade epithermal gold mineralisation extending to 175 metres depth, prompting plans for further drilling and a capital raise to fund exploration.

High Peak Royalties reported steady royalty income for Q1 2025, completed a significant geothermal asset sale to Northstar Energy, and achieved a debt-free balance sheet following full repayment of its Macquarie facility.

AVADA Group Limited reported a seasonally subdued quarter ending March 2025 but achieved positive operating cash flow through disciplined cost reductions and operational efficiencies. A strategic review of its New Zealand operations is underway amid challenging market conditions.