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Elixir Energy advances its dominant position in Queensland’s Taroom Trough with a major drilling campaign set for early 2026, aiming to address looming East Coast gas shortages. The company’s extensive acreage and certified resources position it as a key player in Australia’s energy future.

New Frontier Minerals has lodged a mining lease application for the Big One Copper Deposit in Queensland’s Mt Isa belt, aiming for first production in early 2027. The move solidifies tenure over a key copper asset and advances plans for open-cut mining with processing through Austral Resources’ Mt Kelly facility.

Regis Resources has significantly increased Ore Reserves at its Buckingham-Wellington pits, extending Duketon North’s mine life and boosting production prospects with minimal new capital investment.

Immutep Limited’s Phase II EFTISARC-NEO trial reveals a novel immunotherapy combo delivering a striking 51.5% tumour response in soft tissue sarcoma patients, alongside robust immune activation signals.

Stavely Minerals has launched a new phase of drilling at its Fairview South gold prospect, revealing promising high-grade gold intercepts and expanding the known mineralised zone by hundreds of metres. Concurrent reconnaissance drilling at the S41 target signals growing exploration momentum in western Victoria.

Mount Gibson Iron has announced a further extension of its on-market share buy-back program, now set to run until November 2026, maintaining flexibility amid uncertain market conditions.

Orica Limited reported a 6% increase in revenue to AUD 8.14 billion and a 23% rise in EBIT to AUD 992.2 million for FY2025, alongside record safety performance and significant strides in decarbonisation.

Xero Limited reports a robust 20% revenue increase in H1 FY26, driven by strong subscriber growth and the strategic Melio acquisition. The company’s innovative AI platform and improved profitability underscore its confident path toward accelerated US market expansion.

Xero Limited reported a robust first half of FY26 with 20% revenue growth and a 42% jump in net profit, driven by the strategic acquisition of Melio and expanded AI capabilities.

Meridian Energy's October 2025 report reveals exceptional hydro storage levels and a notable rise in electricity demand and retail sales, signaling robust operational performance amid shifting market dynamics.

Infratil Limited reported a 7% rise in operational EBITDAF to NZ$514 million for the first half of FY26, driven by strong performances from Longroad Energy and CDC Data Centres. The company also announced significant divestments, including its 20% stake in Fortysouth and a legacy property asset, while maintaining its interim dividend.