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Western Mines Group has announced a landmark nickel sulphide discovery at its Mulga Tank project in Western Australia, revealing a globally significant resource of 5.3 million tonnes of contained nickel. Extensive drilling confirms a large-scale, high-potential nickel system that could reshape Australia’s position in the global nickel market.

The Star Entertainment Group has terminated its binding Heads of Agreement with joint venture partners over Brisbane and Gold Coast developments, retaining its assets but incurring significant repayment and reimbursement obligations.

SRJ Technologies reports a robust 81% increase in quarterly cash receipts, driven by strategic leadership changes and a focused expansion into the Middle East and other high-growth markets.

SRJ Technologies Group plc has announced a fully underwritten 8-for-9 entitlement offer to raise A$2.53 million, aiming to accelerate its strategic expansion in the Middle East through a UAE acquisition and a significant joint venture contract.

SRJ Technologies has inked a US$6 million joint venture in the Middle East and launched a fully underwritten A$2.5 million entitlement offer to accelerate its regional expansion.

Nagambie Resources has raised $1.2 million through a strategic placement to fund further diamond drilling and update its mineral resource estimate at the Nagambie Mine. The capital raise includes options that could inject additional funds over the next three years.

Aura Energy has locked in a landmark long-term uranium offtake agreement with a major US nuclear utility alongside a flexible spot sales deal, marking a pivotal step toward commercialising its Tiris Uranium Project in Mauritania.

BirdDog Technology Limited offers shareholders a voluntary off-market buy-back at 7 cents per share, a significant premium to recent trading prices, as it prepares for delisting from the ASX.

Kincora Copper Limited has updated the timetable for its planned 10-for-1 security consolidation, affecting shares and multiple option classes with adjusted key dates and exercise prices.

Perseus Mining announces the retirement of long-serving CEO Jeff Quartermaine, who transformed the company into an ASX100 gold producer. Craig Jones, former Newcrest COO, will take the helm in October 2025, steering Perseus through its next growth phase.

Silk Logistics Holdings shareholders overwhelmingly approved the $174.5 million acquisition by DP World Australia, endorsing a 45.6% premium cash offer. The deal now awaits final court approval to complete by mid-August.

Forrestania Resources Limited has had its trading suspension lifted following the announcement of a proposed acquisition, signaling a pivotal moment for the mining explorer.

Forrestania Resources has signed a binding agreement to acquire IMD Gold, owner of the British Hill gold project in Western Australia, adding a near-surface JORC-compliant resource of approximately 56,000 ounces. The acquisition enhances Forrestania’s regional footprint and development pipeline amid promising metallurgical results.

The ASX has suspended the securities of Antilles Gold, Heramed, and Syntara due to missed periodic report deadlines, signaling compliance concerns ahead of potential reinstatement.

Syrah Resources has successfully completed a A$42 million institutional placement and entitlement offer, with a fully underwritten retail offer set to raise a further A$28 million, bolstering its capital for key operations.

Locksley Resources has raised $5.3 million in an oversubscribed placement led by Tribeca Investment Partners, bolstering its U.S. critical minerals strategy focused on antimony and rare earths at the Mojave Project.

Duratec Limited has acquired EIG Australia for up to $9 million, significantly boosting its fuel infrastructure and electrical services capabilities across key Australian sectors including Defence and Mining.

Horizon Oil has completed the acquisition of significant stakes in two producing gas fields in Thailand, marking a strategic re-entry into the country and expanding its production footprint. The deal adds low-risk, cash-generative assets with long-term contracts, supporting Horizon’s growth and distribution plans.

Horizon Oil has completed its acquisition of significant interests in two producing gas fields in Thailand, adding 2,100 barrels of oil equivalent per day to its portfolio and expanding its footprint in Southeast Asia.

Magmatic Resources and Fortescue have agreed on a $3.5 million exploration budget for FY25-26 at the Myall Project, focusing on extensive drilling to unlock copper-gold potential. Early results highlight promising mineralisation at the Calais prospect, setting the stage for accelerated exploration.

Infinity Lithium secures a three-month extension for its San José lithium project amid regulatory challenges, while reshuffling its board to pivot towards Australian precious metals.

Burgundy Diamond Mines reported a mixed Q2-2025 with increased ore mined and carats recovered but lower revenue and margins, prompting a strategic pivot away from Point Lake and an extended focus on Misery and Fox underground operations.

Norwood Systems has extended the repayment date on its key loan facility to August 2025, underscoring the critical role this funding has played in securing a major Optus contract and supporting its growth ambitions.

Whitebark Energy has confirmed a substantial update to its prospective hydrocarbon resources in South Australia's Officer Basin, with an independent assessment revealing 4.3 trillion cubic feet of gas and 1.3 billion barrels of liquids across key permits.