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CZR Resources has completed a $75 million sale of its Robe Mesa iron ore interest, emerging debt free with $76.3 million in cash to fund aggressive exploration at its Croydon gold and Edamurta copper projects.

Janison Education Group has won a five-year, $1.4 million contract with the Western Australian School Curriculum and Standards Authority to deliver its Online Literacy and Numeracy Assessment, marking a strategic expansion beyond New South Wales.

Carbonxt Group Limited has raised $920,000 through convertible notes and a share placement to major shareholder Phelbe Pty Ltd, aiming to strengthen working capital and increase its stake in New Carbon Processing, LLC.

Archer Materials has entered a strategic collaboration with Emergence Quantum to fast-track the development of graphene-based quantum devices, aiming to bridge cutting-edge science with commercial applications.

Orthocell has raised $30 million through an institutional placement to accelerate the US commercialisation of its flagship nerve repair product Remplir and expand its regenerative medicine portfolio.

Pilot Energy has locked in a $5.9 million debt facility tied to PRRT refunds, easing upfront funding pressures for decommissioning the Cliff Head oil field through 2027.

Coventry Group reports a 4.5% increase in Q1 FY26 sales alongside a notable EBITDA turnaround, underpinned by a $10 million cost-out program and fresh executive appointments.

Golden Deeps Ltd has raised $3.54 million through an oversubscribed placement to accelerate exploration and drilling at its Otavi Mountain Land Critical Metals Projects in Namibia, focusing on the high-grade Graceland Prospect.

Andromeda Metals has raised $13 million through a placement and launched a $2.5 million Security Purchase Plan to accelerate development of its Great White and High Purity Alumina projects.

archTIS has secured a A$250,000 contract to develop new features for its NC Protect product tailored to the U.S. Department of Defense’s Microsoft DoD365 environment, reinforcing its foothold in the U.S. defense sector.

AVITA Medical has appointed Board Chairman Cary Vance as Interim CEO following Jim Corbett's departure, while preliminary third-quarter revenue is expected to reach approximately $17 million.

Tivan Limited has received regulatory clearance to begin drilling at its Sandover Fluorite Project, aiming to unlock high-grade fluorite deposits with assays reaching 94% CaF2. The staged drilling program marks a significant step toward defining a commercially viable resource.

The ASX has granted key waivers allowing Southern Cross Media to proceed with its acquisition of Seven West Media without shareholder approval, smoothing the way for a major media consolidation.

INOVIQ Limited has completed a $9.5 million placement to institutional investors and launched a $2 million Share Purchase Plan for existing shareholders, aiming to bolster its cancer diagnostics and therapeutics pipeline.

Axel REE Limited has secured three new exploration licences adjacent to its Caladão Project in Brazil, launching a drilling campaign aimed at expanding its rare earth elements and gallium resources.

Gateway Mining has launched a significant 4,600 metre diamond drilling campaign at its Yandal project, complementing an extensive aircore program and backed by strong financial resources.

Etherstack's subsidiary has won a significant £14.2 million contract to supply critical software for the UK's Emergency Services Network, marking a major milestone in mission-critical communications.

Structural Monitoring Systems (ASX – SMN) reports a robust third consecutive profitable quarter, driven by soaring avionics sales and a landmark US defense contract via Canada’s CCC program. Revenue climbs 23% year-on-year, signaling strong momentum in its Special Mission communications business.

Australian Finance Group Ltd (AFG) reported a robust 21% increase in net profit for FY25, driven by strategic broker network expansion and technology investments, while setting ambitious growth goals through FY29.

Gorilla Gold has identified significant new gold-in-soil anomalies at its Comet Vale and Mulwarrie projects in Western Australia, setting the stage for expanded drilling and resource growth ahead of a major update in Q4 2025.

PainChek Limited has appointed Sasha Grant as Head of Growth for its AI-powered Infant App, aiming to scale its presence in a $15 billion global market. Early Australian adoption shows promising conversion rates as the company prepares for international expansion.

Forrestania Resources has completed its strategic acquisition of First Western Gold, securing control over seven exploration licenses including the promising Burracoppin Gold Project in Western Australia.

Biome Australia Limited has reported a record quarterly revenue of $5.94 million for Q1 FY26, marking a 40% increase year-over-year and its seventh consecutive quarter of positive EBITDA. The company’s strong cash flow and sustained margins underscore its growth momentum.

Pinnacle Minerals Ltd is fast-tracking its U.S. growth by initiating a listing on the OTCQB Market and appointing key U.S. advisers to boost investor engagement and capital access.