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Nico Resources has progressed key development activities at its Wingellina nickel-cobalt project, preparing for an infill drilling campaign as nickel and cobalt prices rally on Indonesian supply policy shifts.

Rand Mining Ltd reported a significant 96% increase in gold mined during the December 2025 quarter, driven by heightened activity at the Hornet open pit and strong processing through Evolution Mining’s Mungari plant. The company also posted improved cash flows amid ongoing exploration efforts.

Tribune Resources Ltd reported a 96% increase in gold mined at its East Kundana Joint Venture in the December 2025 quarter, alongside ongoing exploration progress in Ghana with assay results pending.

Minerals 260 Limited has significantly expanded its Bullabulling Gold Project resource to 4.5 million ounces, nearly doubling its previous estimate, while advancing key development milestones ahead of a mid-2026 Pre-Feasibility Study completion.

Core Lithium has unveiled an optimised mine plan for its Grants deposit that promises earlier ore production and a $35-45 million reduction in pre-production capital. The company also reported a significant increase in its Finniss Project Ore Reserve and is advancing towards a Final Investment Decision amid improved lithium market conditions.

EQ Resources Limited reported record production and processing at its Barruecopardo and Mt Carbine tungsten mines in Q2 FY2026, supported by strong tungsten prices and a successful A$34 million equity raising that strengthened its balance sheet.

Paladin Energy reports a 16% rise in uranium production at Langer Heinrich Mine, with strong sales and a fortified balance sheet positioning the company for growth. Exploration advances in Canada and leadership changes signal a strategic push forward.

Vulcan Energy has reported strong production test results from its LSC-1b sidetrack well, reinforcing the viability of its Phase One Lionheart lithium project in Germany. The well’s performance supports the project’s ambitious lithium and renewable energy production targets.

Galan Lithium advances construction at its Hombre Muerto West project, targeting first lithium production in the first half of 2026, while strategically expanding its Greenbushes South tenure in Western Australia.

Simble Solutions has acquired exclusive rights to a cutting-edge 3D zinc oxide nanosensor technology and completed a $2.5 million placement, positioning itself to expand its IoT platform into new safety and environmental monitoring markets.

Finder Energy has agreed to acquire the versatile FPSO Petrojarl I for US$15 million, aiming to fast-track the KTJ Project with a targeted final investment decision by mid-2026 and first oil by the end of 2027. The company is raising A$25 million through a two-tranche placement to fund this acquisition and project development.

Alara Resources is transitioning its Al Wash-hi project to production, targeting over $100 million in revenue for 2025 amid rising global copper demand. Exploration advances in Oman signal further growth potential.