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Ark Mines has made significant strides in advancing its Sandy Mitchell Rare Earths Project, initiating a full-scale processing trial and securing critical environmental approvals, setting the stage for production by late 2027.

Zeotech Limited has made significant strides in advancing its Toondoon Kaolin Project mining readiness and secured key partnerships to commercialise its AusPozz™ metakaolin product, validated by independent testing.

Vitura Health has announced the departure of CEO Geoff Cockerill, appointing Chief Revenue Officer Ryan Tattle as interim leader while accelerating the search for a new CEO. Incoming CFO Andrew Cook will join ahead of schedule, signalling a renewed focus on operational and financial discipline.

Savannah Goldfields has reported promising high-grade gold intercepts from recent drilling at its Electric Light prospect, part of the Georgetown Gold Project in Queensland. The company plans to update its mineral resource estimate and explore mining options.

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.