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Marquee Resources (ASX:MQR) is raising just over $1 million through a non-renounceable rights issue priced at half a cent per share, accompanied by free attaching options. The capital raise aims to support ongoing exploration and the recent acquisition of the Tungsten Mountain Project in Nevada.

FOS Capital's subsidiary has landed a $1 million contract for lighting at Monash Medical Clinic, boosting its order book to $10 million and reinforcing its healthcare sector presence.

Argent BioPharma has struck a global licensing deal for its CannEpil® epilepsy therapy with Splash Beverage Group, securing US$5.5 million upfront through convertible debt forgiveness and retaining manufacturing and intellectual property rights alongside a 15% royalty on future sales.

Helia Group has renewed its exclusive Lenders Mortgage Insurance contract with ING Bank Australia for four years from July 2026, preserving a significant revenue stream representing about 20% of its FY25 premiums.

Union Star Metals has locked in a binding option agreement with Lionex Metals Group for its Kalgoorlie Gold Project, potentially netting up to A$890,000. The deal aligns with Union Star’s strategy to streamline Australian assets and refocus on its Nevada gold and silver ventures.

AuMEGA Metals appoints Rafael Gradim as President, replacing Michael Skead, to spearhead exploration across its significant Newfoundland gold portfolio.

CDC’s independent valuation jumped 23.6% to a mid-point of A$18.5 billion, propelled by contracted capacity exceeding 1GW and a major pipeline expansion to 3.9GW. Infratil’s nearly 50% stake now values at over A$9.2 billion.

Lion Rock Minerals (ASX: LRM) has expanded its high-grade rutile footprint at the Minta Project in Cameroon, revealing a 130km² residual rutile corridor with peak rutile grades up to 72.7% heavy mineral and natural rutile nuggets exceeding 98% TiO2 purity.

Nordic Resources has promoted Dr Robert Wrixon from Executive Director to Managing Director, signalling leadership continuity as the company advances its Finnish exploration assets. The move formalises Wrixon's longstanding role and aligns executive authority with the company’s growth ambitions.

Korab Resources has pushed back the shareholder approval and settlement deadlines for its $4.35 million sale of the Geolsec mineral lease amid pending ASX clearance. The mineral lease, part of the Rum Jungle Project, remains a non-core asset for the company.

Avira Resources has appointed Andrew van Bentum as CEO, bringing over 25 years of expertise to lead its gold and base metals exploration strategy across Western Australia and Sweden.

Nido Education Limited has secured a 12-month extension on its NAB loan facility, increasing available funding by $10 million and raising its bank guarantee capacity to $17.5 million, underpinning its growth in early childhood education.