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Alpha HPA Limited has raised A$225 million in a fully underwritten placement to fund the commercialisation of Stage 2 of its High Purity Alumina project, with strong backing from the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation. This capital injection positions the company to become the world’s largest single-site HPA manufacturer, supporting critical semiconductor supply chains.

Sunrise Energy Metals advances its Syerston Scandium Project with a robust updated Ore Reserve supporting a 32-year mine life, alongside significant financing commitments and a strategic offtake option with Lockheed Martin.

Loyal Metals has secured and begun unlocking value from the Highway Reward Copper-Gold Mine, revealing substantial unmined mineralisation and advancing lithium projects in North America.

GBM Resources has reported exceptional high-grade gold intersections more than 100 metres outside its existing 309 deposit resource at Twin Hills, Queensland, signalling promising potential for resource expansion.

Hammer Metals reported steady progress across its Western Australian and Queensland gold and copper projects, highlighted by new drilling completions and a strategic acquisition at Mount Sefton. Assay results from key programs are eagerly awaited as the company strengthens its exploration pipeline.

Whitehaven Coal reported a strong December quarter with a 21% rise in production and improved metallurgical coal prices, underpinning a solid first half of FY26. The company also advanced key development projects while maintaining disciplined cost management.

Omega Oil and Gas has secured a 19.43% stake in Elixir Energy, positioning itself for a major drilling push in Queensland’s Taroom Trough during 2026. Backed by a strong balance sheet, Omega aims to unlock significant gas and oil resources across multiple projects.

Maronan Metals has secured crucial environmental approvals and completed promising drilling and metallurgical work, underpinned by a strong capital raise and rising silver prices.

Native Mineral Resources has kicked off 2026 with a record 1,475 oz gold pour at its Blackjack Gold Operations, signalling strong momentum and operational progress in Queensland.

AIC Mines maintained steady copper and gold production at its Eloise mine, generating robust cash flow despite weather disruptions, while progressing its plant expansion and exploration programs.

Great Divide Mining has resolved a key joint venture dispute to move towards 100% ownership of the Challenger Gold Mine, while progressing promising exploration results and joint ventures across its Queensland and New South Wales projects.

Pacgold’s maiden drilling at the St George Gold-Antimony Project confirms continuous high-grade antimony mineralisation, setting the stage for an ambitious regional exploration campaign in 2026.