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Sparc Hydrogen, in partnership with the University of Adelaide, has won a $2.75 million Australian Government grant to advance its pioneering green hydrogen pilot plant. This funding underscores the commercial promise of its novel photocatalytic water splitting technology.

Magnetite Mines Limited has updated its Razorback Iron Ore Project Mineral Resource Estimate, increasing tonnage by 600 million tonnes through a revised cut-off grade that aligns with Ore Reserves. This reinforces the project's strategic position in South Australia's Braemar iron province.

Sparc Technologies has unveiled its first-of-its-kind photocatalytic water splitting pilot plant at the University of Adelaide, marking a key milestone in green hydrogen innovation. Commissioning is set to begin in July 2025, aiming to demonstrate a low-cost, modular alternative to traditional electrolysis.

Elders Limited has reported a robust 67% increase in underlying EBIT for the half-year ending March 2025, driven by livestock market recovery and real estate growth, alongside five new acquisitions and ongoing transformation initiatives.

Centaurus Metals has unveiled enhanced feasibility outcomes for its Jaguar Nickel Sulphide Project, confirming a 15-year open pit mine life with low-cost, high-grade nickel concentrate production. The project’s strong financial metrics and sustainability credentials position it as a strategic nickel supplier outside Indonesia.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a modest 1% decline in net profit to AUD 3.317 billion for the six months ended March 2025, maintaining its interim dividend and advancing key digital and sustainability initiatives.

Sparc Technologies has progressed to Stage 2 of its Sparc Hydrogen joint venture with pilot plant commissioning slated for mid-2025, while also securing its first patent for photocatalytic water splitting technology in Morocco. Concurrently, its graphene-based additive ecosparc® demonstrates promising field trial results, underpinning commercial momentum.

Delorean Corporation has achieved a landmark in Australian bioenergy by fully funding its SA1 Salisbury project and securing a renewable gas grid connection, advancing its transition to sustainable energy infrastructure.

Contact Energy reported a 12% rise in EBITDAF to $404 million for 1H25, driven by new geothermal assets and strategic contracts, while net profit fell 7% due to market volatility and acquisition costs.

LGI Limited reports a solid H1 FY25 performance with modest revenue growth and increased EBITDA, driven by expanded biogas flows and carbon abatement activities. The company confirms a positive outlook with a 12-15% underlying EBITDA growth forecast for FY25.

Contact Energy has secured a decade-long electricity supply agreement with Fonterra, delivering up to 415 GWh annually to the Whareroa dairy site, marking a significant step in the dairy sector’s decarbonisation journey.

Dexus Industria REIT has reported a robust half-year performance for FY25, driven by high occupancy, significant leasing activity, and successful completion of a key development at ASCEND at Jandakot.