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Cazaly Resources has met its initial $1 million farm-in milestone at the Goongarrie Gold Project, earning a 25% interest after identifying continuous gold mineralisation over a 1.3-kilometre strike. The company plans further drilling to expand its stake and explore high-grade targets.

Atomo Diagnostics has locked in exclusive global rights to a novel liver function test that rapidly detects liver injury, expanding its footprint in point-of-care diagnostics. The test, delivered on Atomo’s Pascal platform, targets drug-induced liver injury and chronic liver conditions with significant commercial potential.

Cygnus Metals has identified two promising gold prospects within its Chibougamau Project in Quebec, with plans for drilling to expand its resource base and resume work at Golden Eye.

29Metals Limited has announced a fully underwritten $150 million entitlement offer to bolster liquidity, address operational disruptions at Golden Grove, and accelerate development projects including the Gossan Valley and Capricorn Copper restart.

29Metals has announced a $150 million fully underwritten equity raising at a significant discount to support recovery from seismic disruptions at Xantho Extended and to advance key growth projects.

29Metals delivered a robust December quarter at its Golden Grove mine with strong copper and zinc production, while Capricorn Copper remains suspended pending critical regulatory approvals. The company is progressing key growth projects and board changes as it navigates liquidity and operational challenges.

ABx Group has extended its rare earth discovery in northern Tasmania with new scout drilling revealing high-grade mineralisation rich in critical heavy rare earths. Positioned near surface and aligned with Australia’s Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve, ABx’s findings could reshape supply chains for these vital elements.

29Metals reported a strong December quarter with increased copper and zinc production at Golden Grove, cost efficiencies, and steady progress on key projects, while Capricorn Copper remains suspended pending regulatory approvals.

Lithium Universe has launched the engineering phase for a modular photovoltaic panel recycling plant that integrates cutting-edge technologies to recover high-purity silver, responding to soaring silver prices and rising demand from electric vehicles.

South Harz Potash has identified a new copper-gold mineralised zone at its Glava Project in Sweden, highlighted by impressive assays including 9.88g/t gold and 2.88% copper, alongside significant rare earth element mineralisation. The findings validate historical data and set the stage for a maiden drill program planned for mid-2026.

EV Resources has commenced a fully funded maiden diamond drilling program at its Los Lirios Antimony Project in Mexico, aiming to define a maiden JORC resource by Q3 2026 and accelerate towards production.

TG Metals Limited has announced a significant 550-metre extension to the Van Uden gold deposit in Western Australia, highlighted by high-grade drill results that could materially increase the existing resource.

Sunstone Metals has reported a 33% increase in its Bramaderos gold-copper resource to 3.6 million ounces gold equivalent, alongside a maiden 1.2 million ounce resource at El Palmar. The company is gearing up for renewed drilling and advancing strategic partnerships.

Australian Rare Earths has demonstrated a low-risk, scalable process producing a high-purity mixed rare earth oxide with 99.9% recovery, positioning its Koppamurra project as a strategic supplier amid tightening global rare earth markets.

Broken Hill Mines is advancing preparations for mining at its Pinnacles silver-lead-zinc mine, targeting a June 2026 production start with expanded drilling and site upgrades.

Cyprium Metals has completed a comprehensive review of exploration data from the Paterson region, identifying several promising copper targets. The company is gearing up for drilling programs in 2026 to extend mineralisation near its Nifty Copper Complex.

Galan Lithium advances construction at its Hombre Muerto West project, targeting first lithium production in the first half of 2026, while strategically expanding its Greenbushes South tenure in Western Australia.

Norwest Minerals has entered a three-year At-The-Market equity subscription agreement with Dolphin Corporate Investments, unlocking up to $3 million in standby capital to support its Bulgera Gold project and ongoing operations.

American Uranium's recent hydrogeological pump tests at the Lo Herma project validate key aquifer properties consistent with nearby operating ISR uranium mines, supporting upcoming resource and scoping study updates.

Mastermyne Group has extended its exclusive distribution agreement with Jennmar Holdings for critical strata consolidation products by a decade, locking in supply until 2047. This move strengthens its foothold in the Australian underground coal mining sector.

Ore Resources Ltd has revealed promising assay results from its Phase 3 drilling at the Miriam Project’s Forrest prospect, confirming multiple gold lode extensions and new mineralisation zones. The company plans an aggressive Phase 4 drilling campaign and regional exploration program in 2026.

BHP has reported a robust operational half-year, setting new production records and raising its copper output forecast for FY26 amid strong commodity prices.

Litchfield Minerals has launched an Induced Polarisation survey to uncover concealed extensions of the Oonagalabi Formation, aiming to expand its mineral footprint southward and along key magnetic structures.

VBX Limited reports a significant 51% increase in the Measured and Indicated Mineral Resource Estimate for its Wuudagu B and C plateaus, setting the stage for a longer mine life and enhanced project economics.