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Dalaroo Metals’ maiden sampling at Blue Lagoon reveals a district-scale critical minerals system with high-grade zirconium, hafnium, and rare earth elements over a 2.7km strike. The results validate historical data and position the project as a strategic asset in Greenland’s emerging critical minerals landscape.

Tanami Gold NL has released final assay results from its 2025 drilling campaigns at the Jims Gold Mine and Defa Prospect, confirming extensive gold mineralisation and promising high-grade zones that could underpin future mining development.

1414 Degrees secures critical approvals from AEMO and ElectraNet for its 140 MW Aurora Battery Energy Storage System, advancing the project toward grid connection and commercial operation in 2026.

NobleOak Life Limited has increased its stamp duty provision to $6.5 million following a dispute with the Victorian State Revenue Office over exemption eligibility, prompting pricing changes and ongoing regulatory engagement.

Noble Helium has received a further unsecured loan of AUD 250,000 from its Executive Chair to support working capital, highlighting management’s confidence amid ongoing refinancing efforts.

IperionX has received the last $4.6 million tranche of a $47.1 million U.S. Department of War award and 290 metric tons of titanium scrap, advancing its plan to scale titanium production in Virginia.

Juno Minerals has reported significant gold assay results from rock chip channel sampling at its Mount Ida project, with values up to 6.60 g/t Au. These findings pave the way for a planned shallow drilling program to explore vein extensions.

Austral Resources Australia Ltd has agreed to acquire the Lady Loretta mine from Glencore for A$45.5 million, consolidating its copper assets near the Lady Annie Copper Mine and boosting its processing feedstock. This strategic move strengthens Austral’s balance sheet and advances its vision to become a mid-tier copper producer in Queensland.

MEC Resources Limited has extended the closing date for its Options Placement Offer to 3 February 2026, adjusting the timetable for issuing and listing new options.

Wellnex Life reports a $2.4 million EBITDA improvement in H1 FY26 and reaches breakeven by Q2, supported by strong Pain Away sales and expanded distribution.

Orthocell has increased its investment in Marine Biomedical to 11.7%, securing exclusive distribution rights to the innovative PearlBone™ technology as it nears FDA approval.

Ausgold Limited has delivered an updated Definitive Feasibility Study for its Katanning Gold Project, revealing increased gold production and enhanced financial returns, supported by a $90 million capital raise to accelerate development.

Qube Holdings confirms Macquarie Asset Management has extended the exclusivity period under their due diligence agreement, though no binding proposal is guaranteed.

Sunshine Metals has received a $634,302 first and final dividend from the liquidation of Pluton Resources, unlocking funds to progress exploration at its promising Sybil and Liontown gold projects.

James Hardie Industries is set to close its Fontana and Summerville manufacturing plants, consolidating production to boost efficiency and cut costs by $25 million annually starting next fiscal year.

Australian Ethical reported a slight 1% decline in funds under management to $14.08 billion for December 2025, balancing positive retail flows against institutional mandate losses and market headwinds.

Proteomics International has been granted a Canadian patent for its PromarkerEso blood test, a pioneering diagnostic tool for early detection of esophageal adenocarcinoma. This milestone strengthens its global intellectual property portfolio and paves the way for commercial expansion in North America.

SRJ Technologies’ UAE subsidiary has landed a US$879k contract to manage a major controls upgrade for a Middle Eastern National Oil Company, marking a key step in its regional expansion.

Osteopore Limited has secured an exclusive multi-year distribution agreement with Majeton to commercialise its dental and maxillofacial products in China, Hong Kong, and Macau, marking a major step in its Asia-Pacific expansion.

Mount Hope Mining has completed Phase 1 drilling at its Mt Solitary Gold Project with promising high-grade gold results and has commenced Phase 2 drilling, backed by a $1.23 million capital raise to accelerate exploration along the 7.5km MS2 Gold Corridor.

Evolution Energy Minerals has resumed soil sampling at its Chikundo Copper Project in Tanzania, moving closer to a planned drilling campaign in 2026. The latest phase aims to refine drill targets and accelerate exploration progress.

Lunnon Metals has completed a detailed Feasibility Study for its Lady Herial gold deposit, outlining a robust, short-life open pit mine with strong pre-tax cash flows exceeding $40 million. The project is fully permitted and poised for imminent development.

Advanced Braking Technology Ltd reports a robust Q2 FY26 with a 34% increase in product sales revenue and a 191% jump in net profit before tax, underpinned by strong international expansion and domestic contract wins.

Talonx Resources has secured shareholder approval for two high-grade gold project acquisitions and extinguished $4.7 million in legacy debt, while completing drilling at its Viking Gold Project with assay results due soon.