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Renegade Exploration has reported significant progress across its North American and Australian mineral portfolios, highlighting high-grade gold, silver, and critical mineral results and planning a maiden drill program at its Yukon Myschka Project in 2026.

Reedy Lagoon Corporation is advancing preparations for drilling at its Burracoppin Gold and Iron projects in Western Australia, while actively seeking joint venture partners to fund next phases.

Austral Resources has acquired the Lady Loretta mine from Glencore for A$45.5 million, significantly expanding its copper resource base and strengthening its cash position. This strategic move consolidates tenure adjacent to the Lady Annie Copper Mine and supports Austral’s ambition to become a mid-tier copper producer in North-West Queensland.

Apollo Minerals has secured a five-year reinstatement of its Couflens exploration permit in France, reviving prospects at the historic Salau tungsten mine alongside promising gold mineralisation. The company also advances exploration in Gabon and Serbia while raising A$6.55 million to fund its growth.

American West Metals has reported a substantial expansion of its Storm Copper Project resources in Canada alongside promising critical metals discoveries at its West Desert Project in Utah, underpinning its strategic growth and US market engagement.

Cazaly Resources has reported compelling high-grade gold results from its Goongarrie project and secured a lucrative earn-in agreement for its Romano gold project, bolstering its cash position for further exploration.

Redcastle Resources has reported exceptional high-grade gold assay results from its ongoing grade control drilling at Redcastle Reef, alongside key regulatory progress that paves the way for mining to commence mid-2026.

DigitalX Limited has increased its Bitcoin exposure to approximately 504 BTC while implementing a significant operational reset that delivered $1 million in annualised cost savings. The company also deployed A$4.9 million into a market-neutral trading strategy to generate sustainable cash flows.

Toubani Resources has secured key environmental approvals and a $395 million funding package to propel its Kobada Gold Project in Mali towards construction, alongside launching its largest-ever drilling campaign targeting resource expansion.

Chariot Resources reports promising high-grade lithium assays in Nigeria and advances US exploration with 32 new drilling targets, while securing strategic MOUs for financing and offtake.

Toro Energy shareholders are set to gain exposure to a diversified uranium portfolio through IsoEnergy’s acquisition offer at a near 80% premium, while Toro advances its Wiluna Uranium Project amid strong market tailwinds.

Bindi Metals has made significant strides in its exploration efforts with the acquisition of the Ravni Gold Project in Serbia, confirming a substantial epithermal gold-silver system. Meanwhile, the company has entered a farm-out agreement for its Canadian Schryburt Lake Project, bolstering its exploration pipeline and financial position.

Fin Resources Limited has made significant progress in acquiring the Cabin Lake Gold Project in Canada, securing funding and gearing up for a maiden drilling campaign in early 2026. The company highlights strong local partnerships and promising high-grade gold mineralisation.

Botala Energy is progressing its Serowe Coal Bed Methane project in Botswana, backed by a significant investment from the Mineral Development Company of Botswana and aiming for first gas production in 2026 to help address Southern Africa’s looming gas shortage.

Flagship Minerals has completed a $2.5 million strategic investment from Xinhai, accelerating progress on its Pantanillo Gold Project in Chile with key milestones including a JORC resource update and environmental studies underway.

Manuka Resources has secured a US$22.5 million loan facility and completed a A$15 million capital raise, positioning itself for a production restart in late Q2 2026 amid soaring silver and gold prices.

Duxton Farms reports mixed Q2 FY2026 results with weather challenges impacting crops but strategic asset sales and a major merger positioning the company for growth.

Quantum Graphite has extended its Uley 2 Project mining leases for 21 years, underpinning long-term development plans while showcasing its innovative TES Graphite Cells technology at a major energy conference. Financing discussions are progressing to potentially integrate downstream processing, signalling a pivotal phase for the company.

Coppermoly Limited has progressed its acquisition of the Wyenamdoo tungsten project in Western Australia while Queensland fieldwork was stalled by wet weather. The company plans significant drilling targeting critical minerals as tungsten prices surge.

Lincoln Minerals has refreshed its leadership and shifted its corporate strategy towards copper discovery, advancing exploration plans at its Minbrie Project and forging key partnerships in graphite and iron ore development.

Australian Critical Minerals has made significant strides in preparing its flagship Flint Gold-Silver Project for drilling, while strengthening its leadership team and securing fresh capital to fuel exploration.

Tartana Minerals has reported promising exploration results at Cardross, supporting resource expansion and plans to scale up copper sulphate production. The company is also advancing a joint venture with Alt Resources to accelerate strategic metals exploration.

Oldfields Holdings reports steady progress in its turnaround strategy, cutting costs and reallocating assets to stronger regions while preparing for a capital raise and potential acquisitions.

Activeport Group Ltd reported steady Q2 FY26 revenue with new contracts starting to contribute and a 5% increase in annualised recurring revenue to $6.3 million. The company also reduced cash burn significantly and strengthened its cash position to support growth.