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Mount Burgess Mining NL has inked binding agreements to acquire two promising high-grade gold projects in Western Australia, setting the stage for exploration drilling in late 2025 backed by a $900,000 capital raise.

FBR Limited invites eligible shareholders to participate in a $1 million Share Purchase Plan at a 23.1% discount, aiming to fund key robotic projects and repay debt.

Simonds Group delivered stable FY25 revenue and modest EBITDA growth despite one-off acquisition expenses, positioning itself for growth through strategic product and channel expansion in FY26.

Simonds Group reported a stable $665.6 million revenue for FY25, with normalised net profit after tax surging 90% to $5.7 million, driven by the acquisition of Dennis Family Homes and improved margins.

Simonds Group Limited reported steady revenue of $665.6 million for FY2025, alongside a modest net profit of $1.015 million, as it completed the strategic acquisition of Dennis Family Homes. The company is focused on integrating the acquisition and driving growth amid a recovering housing market.

360 Capital REIT (ASX, TOT) reported a modest statutory net profit for FY25 and projects a fully tax-deferred distribution yield of 7.6% for FY26, underpinned by a modern, well-leased portfolio and strategic growth initiatives.

Bass Oil reported steady oil production in July alongside progress in acquiring the Vanessa gas field and advancing deep coal commercialisation efforts.

Regal Asian Investments Limited posted a sharp 92% decline in net profit for FY25 amid volatile Asian markets but maintained a fully franked 6 cent dividend and continued its on-market share buy-back program.

Kogan.com has recorded a significant non-cash goodwill impairment related to its Mighty Ape acquisition, reflecting ongoing challenges in New Zealand’s retail market and delayed technology recovery.

Pacgold Limited advances its Northern Queensland footprint with a maiden 900,000-ounce gold resource at Alice River and a new high-grade antimony acquisition at St George, positioning itself amid critical mineral supply challenges.

Pacgold Limited has entered a farm-in agreement to acquire up to 100% of the St George Gold-Antimony Project in North Queensland, unlocking exposure to a critical mineral with soaring prices and strong geopolitical demand.

Universal Biosensors has extended the due diligence period with major investor Viburnum Funds as it continues to negotiate a secured loan facility, with no binding commitment yet reached.

RocketDNA has secured a three-year contract to deploy its autonomous drone solution at the Gruyere Gold Mine, marking a significant step in integrating AI-powered surveying technology in mining operations.

360 Capital REIT (ASX – TOT) has reported a return to profitability in FY25, extending its debt facility and completing key leasing deals, while preparing for leasing challenges in FY26.

CuFe Ltd announces a remarkable 400% increase in its Gecko copper-gold resource at Tennant Creek, boosting the total project resource to 24.3 million tonnes. This comprehensive update integrates decades of historical data and expands the deposit’s economic potential with byproduct metals.

Highfield Resources faces a setback as China Minmetals and its subsidiary withdraw from a key strategic investment, triggering the maturity of convertible notes and raising questions about the future financing of the Muga potash project.

ReNerve Limited has achieved a key milestone with its first sale and clinical use of a deep dermal tissue product in the US, broadening its surgical applications beyond nerve repair. This move complements its existing nerve repair portfolio and sets the stage for further product launches later this year.

Pure Resources reaffirms exceptional metallurgical results at its Garnet Hills Project, achieving garnet grades up to 98% through sustainable processing. The company is now scaling up testing and forging strategic collaborations in the US to unlock downstream rare earth opportunities.

Bank of Queensland Limited announces a fully franked quarterly distribution of AUD 1.337 per Capital Note 3 security, payable in November 2025. The payment reflects a total annualised rate of 5.19%, based on the 3-month BBSW plus margin, adjusted for franking credits.

Star Minerals Limited has voluntarily suspended trading on the ASX pending an important announcement related to assay results and a price query. The suspension is expected to last until 20 August or until the announcement is released.

Power Minerals reports compelling high-grade niobium and rare earth element intersections from early-stage auger drilling at its Santa Anna Project in Brazil, extending the known mineralised footprint and reinforcing confidence in a significant resource.

Rhythm Biosciences has announced a $3.75 million placement to accelerate the commercial launch of its ColoSTAT® cancer detection test and expand its geneType™ product suite into key markets. The capital raise includes director participation and attaching options, pending shareholder approval.

Rhythm Biosciences is raising up to $3.75 million through a share placement to fund the launch of its ColoSTAT® colorectal cancer diagnostic and accelerate commercialization of its geneType™ portfolio.

Adrad Holdings reported an 8.9% rise in FY25 sales revenue to $153.1 million despite a slight dip in EBITDA, while declaring a fully franked dividend and outlining strategic initiatives for FY26.