🕒 Thursday 2 April 2026 Thu, 2 Apr 2026

Following ASIC's final inquiry report, ASX unveils a comprehensive transformation plan focusing on governance, leadership, and risk management, alongside a significant capital charge.

Clara Resources pivots exclusively to its Mareeba Gold Project in North Queensland, securing $1.1 million in fresh capital and renewing its board to drive exploration in a historically rich but underexplored gold province.

Prairie Lithium has secured a binding offtake agreement with Hydro Lithium for 100% of its Phase 1 lithium carbonate production, alongside a strategic AU$10 million equipment collaboration. This deal marks a significant milestone for Prairie’s Saskatchewan project, targeting first production in late 2026.

Horizon Gold has successfully closed its $10.2 million entitlement offer, achieving an 85% subscription rate and fully placing the remaining shortfall, bolstering its capital position.

Beetaloo Energy has received a $15.4 million R&D tax refund, reinforcing its financial position as it advances key milestones in the Carpentaria Pilot Project towards gas production and sales in 2026.

MRG Metals has confirmed a straightforward and scalable processing method for its high-grade rare earth mineralisation at the Garies Project, achieving an initial 72% recovery of monazite concentrate with potential for further gains.

NH3 Clean Energy has entered a pivotal phase in its WAH2 Project development, partnering with global engineering giant Linde and progressing funding discussions to secure up to A$567 million. This collaboration aims to reduce capital and operational risks as the project moves closer to a final investment decision.

Altair Minerals has identified two significant gold anomalies at its South Oko project in Guyana, setting the stage for a major drilling campaign starting in April 2026. The discovery of a blind target beneath duricrust highlights the project's promising potential in a premier gold jurisdiction.

Orion Minerals secures a major milestone as South Africa’s IDC converts its loan into a significant equity stake in the Prieska Project, streamlining financing and advancing development plans.

X2M Connect has inked a binding agreement to deploy its Smart Energy solution across a 1,000-lot residential estate in Victoria, unlocking a potential $2 million revenue opportunity and setting the stage for broader expansion.

Syrah Resources has opened its retail entitlement offer to raise approximately A$104 million, supported by strategic funding proposals from US and Australian government-linked entities. The capital raise aims to underpin the ramp-up of its Balama graphite mine and Vidalia anode material facility.

Alliance Nickel Limited (ASX:AXN) has launched a non-renounceable entitlement offer to raise approximately A$4.15 million, aiming to fund capital cost optimisation for its NiWest Nickel-Cobalt Project and support general working capital.

Harvest Technology Group is sharpening its focus on defence markets following an independent review that validates its Nodestream platform’s relevance. The company has initiated third-party validation and made significant leadership changes, including the CEO’s departure.

Ore Resources has completed three strategic acquisitions, significantly enlarging its gold exploration tenure in Western Australia's Eastern Goldfields and setting the stage for an extensive drilling campaign in 2026.

Pure Resources Limited has entered a legally binding R&D collaboration with Rice University to develop cutting-edge carbon nanotube fibre thermal management systems using graphite from its Garnet Hills Project. The partnership includes joint intellectual property ownership and a planned $3 million equity placement to fund exploration and downstream initiatives.

Mount Hope Mining’s Phase 2 drilling at Mt Solitary delivers standout high-grade gold intercepts, including visible gold, broadening the known mineralised zone and setting the stage for an ambitious Phase 3 program.

Duratec Limited is set to acquire Newcastle-based Pacific Welding Australia for up to $12 million, boosting its Energy and Mining sector footprint in NSW. The deal enhances Duratec’s self-perform capabilities and access to key Hunter Region clients.

Antipa Minerals has significantly expanded and upgraded its Minyari Project resource in Western Australia, now boasting 3.6 million ounces gold equivalent with a robust 85% Indicated classification at its core Minyari Dome deposits.

PMET Resources has submitted the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment for its Shaakichiuwaanaan CV5 Lithium Project, marking a pivotal step in securing regulatory approvals. This follows a positive feasibility study and extensive Indigenous engagement.

Northern Star Resources announces a substantial on-market share buy-back program of up to A$500 million starting April 2026, aiming to enhance shareholder returns while maintaining financial strength.

Synlait Milk Limited has completed the sale of its North Island assets to Abbott for NZ$307 million, significantly reducing its bank debt and refocusing its operations on Canterbury.