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Astral Resources has reported significant deep gold mineralisation extending well below the current Theia Deposit resource at its Mandilla Gold Project, alongside ongoing in-fill drilling to upgrade open pit resources.

Benz Mining’s latest drilling at Glenburgh’s Icon Camp continues to underpin a multi-million-ounce gold target, delivering thick high-grade intercepts and expanding mineralised zones towards Apollo.

Forrestania Resources is set to acquire the Edna May Gold Hub from Ramelius Resources for A$300 million, including a 2.9Mtpa mill and a 945,000-ounce gold resource, aiming to restart processing by mid-2027.

Forrestania Resources is set to acquire Ramelius Resources’ Edna May Gold Hub for A$300 million, aiming to restart the 2.9Mtpa Edna May mill by mid-2027 and expand its processing capacity.

Athena Resources has kicked off a 2,900m drilling campaign at its Narryer magnetite deposit, aiming to establish its first Mineral Resource Estimate and advance development plans within the Byro Magnetite Project.

International Graphite Limited has secured a construction contract for its Collie Micronising Facility, keeping the project on track for a mid-2027 completion and within budget.

Big River Industries expects FY26 EBITDA growth around 8% despite Q4 revenue softness and forecasts double-digit growth for FY27, while initiating a strategic options review.

Venus Metals has unveiled promising auger soil sampling results at its Henderson Gold Project and significant base metals anomalies at Youanmi, alongside initiating a titanium extraction research program with Murdoch University.

Buxton Resources has locked in over A$1.1 million from a UK-led placement to fund its upcoming exploration push at the Madman copper-gold project and other assets.

Catalina Resources has completed its acquisition of the Breakaway Dam Project, gaining a promising copper-rich VMS system and underexplored lithium potential. The deal also brings Forrestania Resources onboard as a significant shareholder.

Elevra Lithium has commenced construction on its North American Lithium expansion, backed by a recent capital raise that fully funds the project. The expansion aims to boost spodumene concentrate output by up to 20% and reduce operating costs by mid-2027.

Platina Resources has identified new gold mineralised corridors at its Mt McKenna project in WA, highlighted by significant aircore drill intercepts including 1m at 7.10g/t Au. The discovery supports plans for deeper reverse circulation drilling backed by a government grant.