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Whitehaven Coal reported a strong December quarter with a 21% rise in production and improved metallurgical coal prices, underpinning a solid first half of FY26. The company also advanced key development projects while maintaining disciplined cost management.

AIC Mines maintained steady copper and gold production at its Eloise mine, generating robust cash flow despite weather disruptions, while progressing its plant expansion and exploration programs.

Sheffield Resources reported a 7% decline in ore mined and a 15% drop in concentrate production for the December quarter, while maintaining strong zircon concentrate shipments despite challenging market conditions. The company is advancing loan restructuring efforts and preparing for steady production in early 2026.

IGO Limited reports a robust quarter with improved safety, higher spodumene production and prices at Greenbushes, successful commissioning of CGP3, and solid performance at Nova. Despite challenges at Kwinana refinery, the group’s underlying EBITDA and cash flow strengthened.

Metro Mining delivered a record 6.2 million wet metric tonnes in 2025 shipments, supported by a strong cash position and nearing completion of legacy contracts. The company is poised for expanded production and improved margins in 2026 following operational and leadership changes.

Evolution Mining has reported a stellar December quarter, delivering record cash flow and reaffirming its FY26 production targets with improved cost efficiency. Despite a weather disruption at Ernest Henry, the company’s operations and growth projects remain on track.

Rio Tinto delivered a standout 2025 with an 8% rise in copper equivalent production, record iron ore output in the Pilbara, and key milestones like the first shipment from Simandou port. The company met or exceeded its guidance while advancing major projects across its portfolio.

GrainCorp announces the sale of its Canadian joint venture GrainsConnect to Parrish & Heimbecker for C$150 million, alongside a trading update revealing lower expected grain receivals in Australia’s 2025-26 winter harvest.

AVADA Group reported a 10.5% revenue decline in FY2025 amid operational consolidation and leadership changes, while conducting a strategic review of its New Zealand operations. Despite setbacks, the company remains cautiously optimistic about future growth.

New Hope Corporation reported a 7.1% rise in quarterly saleable coal production and a 15.5% jump in underlying EBITDA, driven by operational improvements and easing logistics. The company declared a fully franked dividend and set a cautiously optimistic FY26 production target amid ongoing challenges.

Coast Entertainment Holdings Limited reported its strongest financial performance since 2016, driven by robust ticket sales, new attractions, and a completed share buyback. The company enters FY26 with strong momentum amid strategic growth initiatives.

Horizon Oil’s recent acquisition of Thai gas assets and a decade-long permit extension at Maari have propelled production and reserves, underpinning a strong financial quarter and sustained shareholder returns.