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Ordell Minerals has reported significant diamond and RC drilling results at its Barimaia Gold Project in Western Australia, revealing wide zones of gold mineralisation including a spectacular 0.3m intercept grading 109.89g/t Au. The mineralised zone remains open for expansion, with further drilling planned.

Equinox Resources has engaged an independent heritage advisory to assess contested Aboriginal sites at its Hamersley Iron Ore Project, following a government refusal of exploration consent. The company is pursuing judicial review while reaffirming its commitment to heritage compliance and stakeholder dialogue.

Zenith Minerals has initiated a 3,000-metre deep diamond drilling program at its Red Mountain Project in Queensland, targeting a Mt Wright-style gold system and a concealed porphyry copper deposit. Supported by government funding, this exploration phase builds on eight years of work and aims to unlock significant resource potential.

Brightstar Resources reports robust gold assay results from its Sandstone Gold Project, reinforcing its path to a 2.4 million ounce resource following a merger with Aurumin Limited.

Southern Cross Electrical Engineering (SCEE) has delivered a landmark FY25 with record revenue and earnings, boosted by its strategic acquisition of Force Fire and a robust order book. The company projects continued growth with an 18-24% rise in EBITDA for FY26.

APA Group reported solid FY25 financial results with revenue and EBITDA growth, advanced key infrastructure projects, and meaningful progress on climate targets, while navigating executive leadership transitions.

Gateway Mining has completed its $45 million acquisition of the Yandal Gold Project from Strickland Metals, adding a significant 400,400-ounce gold resource to its portfolio. The company plans to advance mining licence applications and exploration activities in Western Australia's underexplored Yandal Greenstone Belt.

Strickland Metals has completed the sale of its Yandal Gold Project to Gateway Mining, distributing most Gateway shares directly to its shareholders and sharpening its focus on the Rogozna Project in Serbia.

Pilot Energy has received a $3.9 million Petroleum Resource Rent Tax refund linked to decommissioning activities at the Cliff Head Oil Field, reinforcing its shift toward clean energy projects.

Magnetic Resources has raised A$35 million through a placement to fund key development stages of its Lady Julie Gold Project, signalling strong investor confidence in the company’s growth prospects.

Metal Bank Limited is fast-tracking gold production at its Livingstone project in Western Australia, leveraging near-surface resources and existing processing infrastructure, while advancing copper and critical minerals exploration in Saudi Arabia.

Orbminco Limited is proposing a 20 – 1 consolidation of its issued shares to streamline its capital structure and broaden investor appeal, with shareholder approval sought in September.