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Torque Metals and Aston Minerals have agreed to merge, creating a well-funded gold exploration entity with 1.75 million ounces of gold resources across premier projects in Western Australia and Ontario, Canada.

Torque Metals and Aston Minerals have agreed to merge, creating a gold exploration entity with 1.75 million ounces of gold resources across premier projects in Western Australia and Ontario, Canada. The all-scrip deal positions the combined company for accelerated growth with a strong cash base and refreshed leadership.

Red Hawk Mining Limited has issued a Target’s Statement recommending shareholders accept Fortescue’s off-market takeover offer at $1.05 per share, rising to $1.20 if Fortescue secures 75% ownership. An independent expert confirms the offer is fair and reasonable, providing a significant premium and resolving funding uncertainties for Red Hawk’s Blacksmith Project.

Carnarvon Energy reports a robust cash balance of A$187 million amid delays in the Dorado project development following Santos' decision to pause FPSO acquisition. The renewal of Bedout Basin exploration permits offers a pathway to future drilling in 2026.

Dreadnought Resources has released a robust scoping study for its Star of Mangaroon gold project, targeting initial production of around 20,000 ounces at a high grade of 10 g/t. The study outlines strong financial metrics and sets the stage for potential production in 2025, backed by a processing agreement with Black Cat Syndicate.

Cooper Metals reports promising exploration progress at its Mt Isa East copper-gold project and high-grade gold assays at the Gooroo project, while maintaining a solid cash reserve of $2.1 million.

Norwest Minerals reports significant silver, lead, zinc, and copper intersections at its West Arunta project, while advancing gold exploration at Bulgera and planning further drilling campaigns.

GR Engineering Services has secured a $75.1 million EPC contract to upgrade the King of the Hills processing facilities, reinforcing its foothold in Western Australia's gold sector.

OzAurum Resources has made significant strides in its Mulgabbie North Gold Project feasibility study, fully funded by Line Hydrogen Pty Ltd, aiming for a near-term cashflow positive trial operation.

Leeuwin Metals Limited (ASX:LM1) has secured a transformative acquisition of the Marda Gold Project, significantly enhancing its portfolio with a high-grade gold asset in Western Australia. The company also announced a $3.25 million capital raising to fund extensive exploration across its Australian and Canadian projects.

Leeuwin Metals has secured A$3.25 million through a two-tranche placement, positioning the company to complete its transformative Marda Gold Project acquisition and ramp up exploration across Australia and Canada in 2025.

Leeuwin Metals has inked a binding deal to acquire the Marda Gold Project from Ramelius Resources, marking a strategic expansion into Western Australia's prolific goldfields. Alongside promising iron ore results from its West Pilbara project, Leeuwin is positioning itself as a diversified explorer with significant growth potential.