Latest Regulatory Process News

Lunnon Metals has secured shareholder approval for its Ore Purchase Agreement and chosen Hampton Mining as the preferred contractor for its Lady Herial gold open pit, moving closer to operational commencement pending regulatory permits.

Yugo Metals has secured a $385,000 VAT refund from Bosnia-Herzegovina authorities, strengthening its financial position alongside a recent $3.5 million capital raise. This funding boost sets the stage for accelerated exploration at its promising gold targets.

Pepper Money and KKR have agreed to acquire Westpac’s RAMS home loan portfolio, marking a significant move in Australia’s mortgage servicing landscape. The $21.4 billion portfolio acquisition aligns with Pepper Money’s strategy to expand its capital-light servicing business.

BOA Resources is progressing drill plans for key lithium and nickel tenements in Western Australia, though heritage survey delays have pushed timelines. The company is also streamlining its portfolio to focus on high-potential assets.

European Lithium Limited reports robust quarterly progress highlighted by significant share sales raising over A$187 million and exceptional rare earth drilling results at its Greenland Tanbreez Project.

Po Valley Energy reported consistent gas production and strong cash flow in Q3 2025, while advancing development plans and a new gas sales agreement in Italy.

Titanium Sands Limited is advancing its Mannar Island Project with the Environmental Impact Assessment nearing completion and secured funding to navigate regulatory hurdles in Sri Lanka.

Carbine Resources reports steady progress on its Muchea West and Down South silica sand projects, securing key approvals and expanding exploration activities while maintaining a robust cash balance.

DeSoto Resources has reported compelling high-grade gold intercepts in Guinea’s Siguiri Basin alongside a $14 million capital raise and a strategic joint venture to accelerate exploration.

NH3 Clean Energy has secured key government approval that streamlines regulatory processes for its WAH2 low-emissions ammonia project, keeping it on track for first production by 2026. This milestone underscores growing state support for decarbonisation initiatives in Western Australia’s strategic industrial zones.

Australian Critical Minerals has completed a strategic acquisition of Circuit Resources, adding six multi-commodity projects in Peru and initiating exploration activities with drilling planned for late 2025.

Netwealth has lodged a formal application for government financial assistance following a $101 million exposure linked to alleged fraud in the First Guardian Master Fund, impacting over a thousand members.