Latest Victoria News

Cleo Diagnostics reports steady progress in its U.S. and Australian clinical trials for an ovarian cancer blood test, maintaining a solid cash reserve of A$7.3 million as it prepares for FDA submission.

Duxton Farms Limited reported a robust Q2 FY2025, driven by favourable weather conditions and strategic investments, including a share buyback and increased stakes in agricultural ventures. The company recorded a $2.24 million operating cash flow surplus amid mixed crop yields and ongoing diversification.

M3 Mining advances exploration at its Victoria Bore and Edjudina projects with promising high-grade gold and copper findings, supported by a solid cash position of $1.9 million.

First Au Limited updates on its Victorian and Western Australian gold exploration projects, announces key board changes, and completes a $325,000 capital raise to support ongoing operations.

Emperor Energy has secured $3 million through a share placement to fund the Judith-2 Well development, appointing a suite of technical consultants to accelerate progress in the Gippsland Basin. The company’s strategic moves position it to unlock significant gas resources critical for South-Eastern Australia’s energy supply.

North Stawell Minerals has secured $1.3 million in new equity funding to propel exploration at its North Stawell Gold Project, with diamond drilling set to begin in January 2025 targeting the promising Wildwood and Darlington prospects.

Duxton Farms has secured a strategic lease over the Wildman Agricultural Precinct in the Northern Territory, marking a significant expansion of its mixed farming portfolio and signaling a shift towards high-value irrigated cropping.

Astron Corporation has made significant strides in developing its Donald Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project, securing $14.5 million in funding and progressing towards a Final Investment Decision in 2025 amid key regulatory and operational milestones.

Orcoda Limited reports robust SaaS revenue growth in its Transport Technology division for 1H FY25, offsetting challenges in its Infrastructure Services business. The company maintains optimism for future contracts and strategic expansion.

Simonds Group has agreed to acquire Dennis Family Homes for $10 million, significantly expanding its residential construction footprint and product portfolio across Victoria and New South Wales. The acquisition is expected to be earnings accretive from the first quarter of FY26.

Simonds Group Limited has agreed to acquire Dennis Family Homes for an estimated $10 million, significantly broadening its product portfolio and market presence in Victoria and New South Wales. The deal is expected to boost revenue by $200 million in FY26 and be earnings accretive by Q1 FY26.

Lakes Blue Energy reported a $1.5 million quarterly operational spend and completed the $6.5 million sale of its 49% interest in PEP 169, while progressing drilling approvals for the Wombat-5 well in Victoria.