Latest Regional Growth News

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.

Cyprium Metals is advancing its brownfield restart of the Nifty Copper Complex in Western Australia, targeting mid-2026 copper cathode production with a low-capital, high-cash-flow approach. The company has secured $41 million through an institutional placement and entitlement offer to fund exploration and expansion.

Pure Foods Tasmania has launched contract manufacturing with Brilliant Food Australia, marking a significant step in utilising its Woodbridge Smokehouse facility and expanding regional employment.

Australian Finance Group has reported a record-breaking surge in mortgage lodgements for Q2 FY2026, driven by strong broker performance and robust growth in Western Australia.

Forrestania Resources has agreed to acquire key gold tenements from Gibraltar, consolidating its Coolgardie Hub footprint with a $2.5 million share deal plus contingent payments tied to resource discoveries.

Vita Life Sciences forecasts solid sales and profit growth for FY2025, driven by strong performances in Malaysia and Singapore, while cautiously managing challenges in China exports.

Beetaloo Energy has reached a Final Investment Decision for its Carpentaria Pilot Project, paving the way for gas sales from EP187 starting in 2026. This milestone follows key agreements and approvals, marking a significant step in Northern Territory’s energy development.

Theta Gold Mines has taken a significant step forward in its TGME Gold Project by securing key long-lead processing equipment from leading South African engineering firms, keeping its commissioning timeline on track for the end of 2026.

International Graphite Limited has finalized the purchase of industrial land in Collie, Western Australia, setting the stage for Australia’s first commercial graphite micronising facility amid rising global demand.

ACDC Metals has advanced its Goschen Central project with a significant resource upgrade and positive scoping study, positioning itself as a key player in critical minerals supply chains.

Sims Limited reports a stellar FY25 with underlying EBIT nearly tripling, driven by strategic growth and sustainability achievements, while setting an ambitious outlook for FY26 amid market challenges.

WA1 Resources has secured Major Project Status for its Luni Niobium Project, marking it as a critical national asset with government-backed facilitation for three years.