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Lodestar Minerals has confirmed significant gold mineralisation extensions at its Ned’s Creek project in Western Australia, while drilling in Chile faces a brief delay due to a rare wildflower bloom.

DY6 Metals has launched a 91-hole auger drilling campaign at its Central Rutile Project in Cameroon, aiming to fast-track resource definition following promising surface rutile grades.

Emyria has secured a multi-year funding extension with Medibank to launch its Empax mental health programs in Brisbane, marking a key step in its national expansion. This insurer-backed initiative aims to improve access to treatment for complex conditions like treatment-resistant depression and PTSD.

Carnaby Resources has landed a A$12.5 million investment from the Queensland government-backed QIC Critical Minerals and Battery Technology Fund, accelerating development of its Greater Duchess copper-gold project. The funding will underpin key feasibility studies and position the company for a final investment decision by late 2026.

Nimy Resources is advancing its Mons Critical Mineral Project with a comprehensive geochemical sampling program and high-resolution airborne magnetic surveys targeting gold, base metals, and gallium. These efforts aim to extend known mineralised zones and refine upcoming drilling strategies.

Solis Minerals has reported encouraging initial drill results from its Ilo Este and Chancho al Palo projects in Peru, revealing extensive copper-gold mineralisation and signs of a high-grade porphyry core.

Resolute Mining has agreed to support the sale of its 31.45 million shares in Loncor Gold to Chengtun Mining Group for C$1.38 per share, a move that will strengthen its balance sheet and accelerate key African projects.

SenSen Networks reported a record first quarter for FY26 with $4.3 million in cash receipts and positive operating cashflow, driven by new contracts across Singapore, the USA, and Australia. The company’s AI platform SenDISA continues to expand its footprint in Smart City solutions.

Evolution Mining delivered a record $366 million net mine cash flow in the September quarter, advancing key projects and reducing gearing to 11%, positioning itself strongly for FY26.

Actinogen Medical has secured an initial $5.5 million R&D tax incentive rebate from the Australian Tax Office, with an additional $1.9 million pending, bolstering funding for its Alzheimer’s and depression drug trials.

Prospect Resources has extended the strike length of its flagship Nyungu Central deposit beyond 1.5 km, revealing significant copper and gold mineralisation. Final assay results from Kabikupa and ongoing exploration set the stage for a late 2025 resource estimate update.

Bank of Queensland’s August 2025 APRA Basel III Pillar 3 report reveals stable capital ratios and robust liquidity metrics, underscoring its disciplined risk management amid portfolio growth.

Ryder Capital Limited has announced a 20% increase in its annual dividend, moving to quarterly payments starting January 2026, enhancing income certainty for shareholders.

Savannah Goldfields is advancing steadily towards resuming gold production at its Georgetown project, with plant maintenance on track and significant ore haulage underway.

Astral Resources reports strong assay results from 29 additional holes at Theia Deposit, confirming broad zones of high-grade gold consistent with its existing resource model. The ongoing in-fill drilling program advances the Mandilla Gold Project towards production readiness.

Ainsworth Game Technology has lodged a supplementary statement supporting Novomatic’s unconditional takeover bid, even as its CEO resigns amid regulatory hurdles. The board unanimously recommends acceptance, with the offer deemed fair by an independent expert.

iTech Minerals has delineated a significant antimony and gold mineralised corridor spanning over 6km by 2km at its Reynolds Range project in the Northern Territory, supported by detailed historical soil sampling and recent high-grade rock chip assays. The company is poised to commence drilling at key prospects following imminent government approvals.

Iltani Resources has locked in an $8 million investment from Queensland’s government-backed QIC fund to fast-track its Orient Silver-Indium Project, positioning the company at the forefront of critical minerals development in Northern Queensland.

Vinyl Group Ltd reports a striking 190% revenue surge in FY25 and a record Q1 FY26, setting sights on its first EBITDA-positive quarter by mid-2026.

Ryder Capital Limited celebrated its 10th year on the ASX with robust FY25 results, including a 27.5% pre-tax NTA growth and a new quarterly dividend policy increasing payouts by 20%. The company also renewed its investment management agreement for five years.

Articore Group Limited has reported its first profitable quarter in four years, delivering a $0.8 million EBIT in 1QFY26 and reaffirming its FY26 guidance amid strategic investments in AI and new product launches.

Jumbo Interactive has acquired UK-based Dream Car Giveaways for A$109.9 million, marking its entry into the fast-growing UK prize draw market and establishing a significant B2C presence internationally.

Jumbo Interactive has completed a strategic acquisition of UK-based Dream Car Giveaways, marking its entry into the rapidly growing UK prize draw market. The deal, valued at nearly A$110 million, positions Jumbo to leverage its digital lottery expertise internationally.

Vinyl Group Ltd reported a 37% jump in quarterly revenue alongside significant cost reductions, setting the stage for an EBITDA-positive quarter in Q2 FY26. The company also advanced a key equity conversion deal with Songtradr, signaling strategic balance sheet strengthening.