Latest Sustainability News

Australian Rare Earths (ASX: AR3) has announced a maiden Ore Reserve of 26 million tonnes at 920 ppm TREO for its Koppamurra Rare Earths Project, underpinned by a robust Pre-Feasibility Study delivering an A$858 million post-tax NPV and a rapid payback of less than one year.

SunRice reported a 4% rise in net profit after tax for FY26 to $73.3 million, maintaining an 8% EBITDA margin despite a 2.5% revenue decline. The company declared a record fully franked dividend of 70 cents per share but expects FY27 profit to fall amid a smaller Australian rice crop.

Neometals Ltd has yet to receive A$5 million from its key investor Omaha Value Holdings for the second tranche of its placement, prompting a temporary cash preservation strategy while the company awaits funds by 30 June 2026.

Lotus Resources has halted production at its Kayelekera uranium mine due to acid supply interruptions linked to Middle East geopolitics and acid plant issues, while advancing export permits and pursuing new funding arrangements.

Livium is positioning its Envirostream subsidiary to capitalise on the growing battery recycling needs from Australia's booming AI data centre sector, leveraging its EPA-licensed facilities and national network.

Tasmea Limited forecasts over 70% earnings growth in FY27, driven by acquisitions and organic expansion, underpinned by a record order book and strong industry demand.

29Metals has reported strong drilling results from its 2026 program at Golden Grove, confirming high-grade copper, zinc, gold, and silver extensions at Oizon and Amity. Development at Oizon is progressing with first ore expected by year-end, underpinning mine flexibility and potential cost efficiencies.

Taiwanese tech manufacturer FSP Technology has converted its redeemable shares into 44.87 million ordinary shares in Harris Technology, deepening its strategic partnership as Harris expands in Australia's refurbished tech market.

Judo Bank has raised its FY26 cost of risk guidance due to three specific customer exposures, yet maintains a strong profit outlook with a projected 30% increase in pre-tax earnings.

Aurora Labs has begun batch deliveries of its AU4 micro gas turbine propulsion systems to Sovereign Propulsion Systems, marking a key step towards real-world flight testing and commercialisation in defence and UAV markets.

Goodman NZ (NZX:GNZ) posted a 126% jump in statutory profit to $248 million for FY26, underpinned by strong property revaluations and leasing gains. The group completed its corporatisation and stapling, launched a property funds management platform, and progressed a development pipeline exceeding $1 billion.

Schoolblazer Group has consolidated its fragmented debt into a $110 million multi-currency facility with Westpac, providing significant headroom for growth and lowering its cost of debt.