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Empire Energy Group reported significant cash outflows in Q1 2025 driven by exploration and infrastructure investments but bolstered its liquidity with new financing facilities, including a Midstream Infrastructure Facility for the Carpentaria Gas Plant.

Elixinol Wellness reported a 13.7% year-on-year revenue increase in Q1 FY25, despite a softer quarter compared to record Q4, with ecommerce momentum and strategic initiatives setting the stage for margin recovery and growth in H2.

Empire Energy Group is advancing its Carpentaria-5H well hydraulic stimulation scheduled for June 2025, alongside preparations for the Carpentaria Gas Plant construction, aiming to commence gas sales from EP187 by late 2025 or early 2026.

The Star Entertainment Group reported a 9% revenue decline to $271 million in Q3 FY25 alongside a $21 million EBITDA loss, driven by seasonal factors and operational challenges. The company is advancing strategic investments and joint venture exits amid ongoing liquidity pressures and regulatory hurdles.

North Stawell Minerals has reported a standout high-grade gold intercept at its Darlington target, reinforcing the potential for a Mariners-type mineralisation repeat in Victoria’s Stawell Corridor. Meanwhile, Wildwood drilling confirms geological promise despite lower grades.

Avecho Biotechnology has inked a decade-long exclusive licensing agreement with Sandoz for its pharmaceutical-grade cannabidiol capsule targeting insomnia in Australia, backed by a US$3 million upfront payment and promising milestone and royalty streams.

Lode Resources has reported exceptional high-grade antimony and silver drill results from its Montezuma Project in Tasmania, alongside commencing a substantial 50-60 hole drilling program to expand the deposit.

Vonex Limited has appointed Michael Blake as CEO while completing a $13.9 million entitlement offer and refinancing its debt, reinforcing its operational and financial foundation. The company also earned recognition for industry-leading complaint resolution.

Codeifai Limited reports a robust 141% increase in Q1 2025 cash receipts, driven by its revamped Digital First Engagement First strategy and the expanding ConnectQR SaaS platform. Despite rising costs, the company maintains strong margins and is strategically reviewing its Material Science division.

Cullen Resources Limited reported significant progress in its gold exploration portfolio for the March 2025 quarter, including exercising an option to acquire 90% of the Yardilla Project and planning extensive drilling campaigns across multiple joint ventures.

Diablo Resources Limited reported a quarterly cash outflow and holds extensive mining tenements across the US, while exploring options to extend its limited funding runway.

Blaze Minerals completed a 1,548m diamond drilling campaign at its Ntungamo Project in Uganda, targeting two pegmatite bodies, while assays from its Mityana Project returned no significant results. The company also secured $1.25 million in capital raising to support ongoing exploration.

Blue Energy has resolved a significant legal hurdle by securing an amended Environmental Authority for its Sapphire asset, enabling progression of the Petroleum Lease 1034 and continued pilot production testing despite operational interruptions.

Ronin Resources has made significant strides in its La Punilla gold-silver project in Argentina, while navigating socio-political hurdles in Colombia and refining its lithium exploration efforts in Canada. The company maintains a solid cash position as it pursues new business opportunities.

Vintage Energy reported a dip in quarterly sales and production but achieved cost savings and secured a key permit renewal, positioning itself for a production uplift program despite recent flooding delays.

Austral Gold’s Q1 2025 report reveals a 15.4% drop in gold equivalent production at its Guanaco mine due to mine depletion and mill repairs, while refurbishment advances at Casposo aim to boost future output.

Tombador Iron Limited reported a modest cash increase to AUD 10.9 million in the March quarter, driven by royalty income from its sold Tombador project, while progressing the acquisition of the Colomi Iron Project in Brazil and preparing for ASX re-listing.

DTI Group has locked in a $1.25 million loan from major shareholder Finico and secured a full underwriting commitment for a $2.69 million entitlement offer, positioning the company for near-term capital strengthening.

Resource Base Limited has bolstered its portfolio with two new tenements in the Gawler Craton, South Australia, while managing a modest cash reserve of $0.93 million and raising $45,300 through a loyalty option offer.

Acrux Limited reports strong momentum from recent topical pharmaceutical launches, driving a significant uptick in profit share income expected in the coming quarter. The company also secured nearly $4 million through a placement and share purchase plan, alongside a $1.73 million R&D-backed loan.

Mayur Resources has completed a significant $100.1 million capital raise and secured $115 million in debt to fully fund its Central Lime Project in Papua New Guinea, while progressing construction and community agreements. The company is also rebranding to Pacific Lime and Cement Limited to reflect its new strategic focus.

QPM Energy Limited has announced a significant 31% upgrade to its Moranbah Gas Project's 2P reserves, now certified at 435PJ, reinforcing the asset's status as a tier 1 gas resource with substantial uncontracted volumes.

IPB Petroleum Limited has secured a crucial two-year extension on its WA-424-P permit in the Browse Basin, enabling continued exploration and development of its Gwydion asset while maintaining a solid cash position of AUD 1.487 million.

Alpha HPA Limited reports significant progress on its HPA First Project Stage 2 with key infrastructure completed and engineering milestones met. Strong semiconductor sector demand drives Letters of Intent covering over 60% of Stage 2 production, while sapphire wafer production and leadership changes position the company for growth.