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BHP has reported record copper and iron ore production for FY25, while revising upward the capital cost and timeline for its Jansen Stage 1 potash project. The miner’s operational strength contrasts with ongoing challenges in nickel and coal segments.

The Virginia Supreme Court has affirmed the State Corporation Commission’s decision to deny a toll rate increase for the Dulles Greenway, owned by Atlas Arteria. Meanwhile, a related federal case alleging constitutional violations will now proceed.

Autosports Group is set to acquire Gulson Canberra, including the Porsche Centre Canberra, marking its entry into the Australian Capital Territory market and reinforcing its luxury brand strategy.

Accelerate Resources has kicked off its maiden drilling campaign at the Kanowna Gold East Project, refining targets through advanced gravity surveys, while bolstering its cash reserves with a $2 million non-dilutive injection.

Dynamic Metals reports encouraging gold assay results from its Widgiemooltha Project, alongside strong cash reserves and upcoming drilling plans at Chalice South.

James Bay Minerals reports promising drill results from its Independence Project in Nevada, revealing significant extensions of high-grade gold, silver, and copper mineralisation beyond the current near-surface resource estimate.

Sun Silver Limited’s re-assay program at its Maverick Springs Project in Nevada has uncovered silver grades up to 26% higher than historical data, suggesting a significant underestimation in the existing resource. This finding could reshape the project’s valuation and future development plans.

Energy Transition Minerals' subsidiary ETM Spain has been recommended as the preferred bidder for the Penouta Tin-Tantalum-Niobium mine in Galicia, Spain, marking a significant step in the company's expansion strategy.

Miramar Resources has uncovered high-grade gold mineralisation extending 75 metres beyond its tenement boundary at the 8 Mile target near Kalgoorlie, signalling promising expansion potential for its Gidji JV Project.

Zenith Minerals has secured final Turkish regulatory approval for the sale of its Kavaklitepe Gold Project stake, unlocking approximately A$830,000 in cash proceeds. This milestone paves the way for the company to accelerate exploration at its core Australian gold assets.

Mount Hope Mining has received regulatory approval to commence its maiden drilling program at the Mt Hope Project, targeting three high-potential gold prospects in New South Wales.

Robex Resources reports steady progress on its Kiniero Gold Project in Guinea, maintaining schedule and budget for first gold production in late 2025. Key construction milestones and drilling results underpin confidence in the project’s near-term potential.

S2 Resources reports a notable gold-arsenic-antimony anomaly from reconnaissance drilling at Fosterville, setting the stage for targeted follow-up exploration. Meanwhile, drilling at Glenlogan advances with assays pending, and Warraweena prepares for initial drill testing.

Golden State Mining advances its Western Australia gold exploration with promising air-core drilling results at Southern Cross East and a significant tenement expansion at Yule, setting the stage for a major exploration push.

EVZ Limited has issued earnings guidance for FY2025, forecasting revenue between $108 million and $110 million with EBITDA expected around $5.2 million to $5.4 million. The final audited results will be released in late August.

Talisman Mining ramps up exploration in New South Wales with new gold targets and advances its Mabel Creek IOCG project in South Australia, supported by strong financials and ongoing drilling programs.