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Cobre Limited has secured Environmental Impact Assessment approval for its In-Situ Copper Recovery pilot plant in Botswana, marking a pivotal step towards project development.

Osmond Resources has completed geological logging of its first drill hole at the Orión EU Critical Minerals Project, identifying seven promising mineral layers. A second drill rig is now operational to further test the continuity of these layers.

TerraCom Limited has extended the life of its Blair Athol Mine to 2033, supported by a robust 2025 JORC Code Resource and Reserve update. This reinforces the mine’s status as a low-cost, long-life asset underpinning stable cash flow and growth potential.

Proteomics International has expanded its partnership with the University of Melbourne and Royal Women’s Hospital to further validate and develop its PromarkerEndo blood test, aiming to revolutionize endometriosis diagnosis.

DroneShield has launched DroneSentry-C2 Enterprise, a SaaS platform designed for national-scale counter-drone command, with its first paid deployment set for early 2026 on the Eastern NATO flank.

29Metals maintains steady copper output at Golden Grove despite seismic disruptions to zinc production, while progressing key growth projects and regulatory steps toward Capricorn Copper’s restart.

29Metals reports a steady copper output but significant zinc production decline due to seismic disruptions at Golden Grove, alongside rising operational costs and ongoing progress at Capricorn Copper.

Bank of Queensland reported a robust FY25 with 12% growth in cash earnings and significant progress in its digital banking and branch conversion initiatives. The bank’s focus on productivity and specialist business lending underpins its optimistic outlook despite ongoing economic uncertainties.

Sun Silver Limited’s 2025 drilling program at Maverick Springs continues to reveal extensive high-grade silver-gold mineralisation, reinforcing the project’s status as a major precious metals resource in Nevada.

Ariana Resources has launched the first phase of an extensive drilling programme at its Dokwe Gold Project in Zimbabwe, aiming to expand its 1.1 million ounce gold resource. Initial assay results are expected before year-end, setting the stage for a potential resource upgrade in 2026.

West Coast Silver has launched its Phase 2 diamond drilling campaign at the high-grade Elizabeth Hill Silver Project, aiming to extend near-surface mineralisation and probe deeper targets following strong initial results.

Argenica Therapeutics reports encouraging functional improvements in stroke patients treated with ARG-007, setting the stage for a targeted Phase 2b trial focused on patient-centered outcomes.

Dynamic Metals has won a $175,000 co-funding grant from the WA Government to advance diamond drilling at its promising Cognac West gold and copper prospect, part of the Widgiemooltha Project.

Bank of Queensland reports a 12% rise in cash earnings for FY25 despite a 53% drop in statutory profit due to one-off impairments and restructuring. The bank’s strategic pivot towards commercial lending and digital transformation underpins improved operational performance and shareholder returns.

Patronus Resources confirms exceptional uranium grades from recent drilling at Thunderball, revealing a new geological model that could unlock over 30km of prospective ground in the Pine Creek Project.

Everest Metals has signed a strategic MOU with Arlington Innovation Partners to access U.S. government non-dilutive funding and partnerships, advancing its Mt Edon critical minerals project focused on rubidium and lithium.

Metallium Limited announces a breakthrough rare earth recovery method using Flash Joule Heating with chlorination, promising faster, cleaner recycling of critical metals from magnet waste and advancing U.S. supply chain independence.

Fortuna Metals has launched phase one hand auger drilling at its Mkanda and Kampini projects in Malawi, targeting significant rutile mineralisation near Sovereign Metals’ giant Kasiya deposit. Early assay results are expected by late 2025, with a larger phase two program planned.

Regener8 Resources has completed its initial ultrafine soil sampling phase at the North Achilles project in NSW, positioning itself to define promising drill targets adjacent to Australian Gold and Copper’s recent high-grade discovery.

Empire Resources has announced a maiden inferred mineral resource for its A-Zone deposit within the Yuinmery Project, adding significant copper and gold tonnage to its portfolio and opening new development avenues.

Sheffield Resources achieved a record quarterly concentrate production at its Thunderbird mine but faces subdued zircon sales due to challenging market conditions in China, withholding December quarter guidance.

Hamelin Gold has secured a crucial exploration licence in Western Australia's prolific Murchison gold district, setting the stage for initial drilling at its Venus project in early 2026. The project targets high-potential, underexplored structural zones beneath Lake Austin.

Buxton Resources has promoted Martin Moloney from CEO to Managing Director, signaling a strategic leadership shift as the company continues its exploration efforts. Meanwhile, Non-Executive Director Jared Jacob departs to join Sandfire Resources.

Red Mountain Mining reports impressive rock chip assay results from its Armidale Antimony-Gold Project in NSW, revealing strong antimony grades up to 36.3% and gold presence, while advancing exploration efforts in both Australia and the US.