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Global X Metal Securities Australia Limited has refreshed its prospectus for five classes of precious metals securities, maintaining physical bullion backing and ASX AQUA listing, with detailed disclosures on structure, fees, risks, and tax implications.

BetMakers Technology Group has inked a binding deal for Tabcorp to acquire it at a 45.5% premium, valuing the wagering tech firm at about $283 million. Shareholders can opt for cash or a mix of cash and Tabcorp shares, with completion aimed for Q3 FY27.

GWR Group plans a $19.85 million capital return equating to 6.1 cents per share, pending shareholder approval. The ASX has granted a waiver allowing the share price to fall below 20 cents post-distribution, enabling the return to proceed.

ClearView Wealth’s board has approved a fully franked $0.05 special dividend, contingent on the successful completion of Zurich’s $415 million acquisition scheme. The dividend reduces the takeover price but, with franking credits, could enhance total shareholder value.

Australian Gold and Copper Ltd (ASX: AGC) pushed mineralisation at Achilles beyond 540m, kicked off maiden resource drilling at Browns-Evergreen, and secured the drill-ready Junee Gold Project, supported by a $5 million placement and a near $1 million R&D refund.

Australian Gold and Copper Ltd (ASX: AGC) has completed the second tranche of its $5 million placement, received a nearly $1 million R&D tax refund, and finalized the acquisition of the drill-ready Junee gold project in NSW.

Mantle Minerals has secured a key exploration licence and acquired an adjoining tenement application, strengthening its Carlton Hill Project in WA, while advancing drilling plans at Yule River amid ongoing native title talks.

State Gas Limited clears a year-long ATO review to access $4.1 million in R&D tax concessions, enabling debt repayment and bolstering cash reserves. Meanwhile, independent certification of 30.2 petajoules of 2P gas reserves at Rolleston West strengthens its development prospects.

8common Limited posted positive EBITDA and net profit before tax in Q4 FY26, secured a major multi-year contract with the Australian Taxation Office, and fully repaid its loan facility.

BlackRock Investment Management reveals the estimated distribution for the iShares S&P Small-Cap ETF (IJR) ending June 2026, highlighting a significant portion of income sourced from foreign earnings and discounted capital gains.

Somerset Minerals has launched its first-ever reverse circulation drilling campaign at the Talisker copper target within its Coppermine Project, aiming to test a newly identified high-grade copper corridor. The initial 2,500-metre program marks a significant step in exploring a 17-kilometre anomaly near White Cliff Minerals' Danvers deposit.

8common's subsidiary Expense8 has landed a significant three-year contract with the Australian Taxation Office worth $1.95 million, expanding its reach within the Commonwealth Government and enhancing recurring revenue visibility.