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Estrella Resources has upgraded confidence in its Werumata limestone project, moving 274Mt into the Indicated category after expanding bulk-density data. The total resource falls to 533Mt from 621Mt, but the company says the change reflects revised density assumptions rather than less mineralised rock.

Benjamin Hornigold will pay shareholders a fully franked special dividend of 6.2 cents per share on 18 November, following litigation updates and executed deeds of settlement. The distribution is worth more than its headline cash amount to eligible Australian shareholders because it carries full franking credits.

CZR Resources has declared its all-scrip offer for Zuleika Gold best and final after lifting voting power to 72.45%, while confirming the structure of a proposed $15 million buy-back. The takeover consideration will not increase unless a competing proposal emerges, leaving the 6 November closing date as the next key deadline.

Adveritas has secured a $2 million placement at a 42.9% premium to its last close, with the proceeds earmarked for product development, marketing and working capital. The funding comes as the company pushes beyond sports betting and gaming while managing delayed Brazilian customer payments.

Green360 Technologies has secured a binding agreement to supply Eifers Civil with up to 4,800 tonnes of its MKX calcined clay over 12 months. The deal could generate about A$1.2 million if the full volume is ordered and delivered, taking maximum supply under disclosed agreements to 9,600 tonnes.

Medical Developments International CEO Brent MacGregor is stepping down after six years, with CFO Anita James taking over as interim CEO from 15 October. The board has begun searching for a permanent successor as MacGregor prepares to return to North America.

Freehill Mining has secured A$600,000 from a placement and launched a further A$606,943 entitlement offer as September aggregate sales reached a record A$506,121. The funding will support Islón plant upgrades, working capital and permitting for the Blanco y Negro copper-gold project.

Airtasker’s Australian marketplace reached a record $57.3 million in first-quarter GMV, while paid subscribers more than doubled in three months. The company reaffirmed FY27 guidance as international growth continued, though seasonal weakness is expected in the UK and US.

Range International has given shareholders an extra 10 days to participate in its 1-for-1 entitlement offer, while leaving the $0.09 issue price and approximately $1.69 million target unchanged. The revised timetable puts the focus on participation levels and any shortfall after the offer closes.

Navigator Global Investments expanded ownership-adjusted assets under management by 8.9% to US$36.6 billion in the September quarter, with the newly acquired Stable Growth Portfolio providing a substantial lift. Lighthouse Partners remained broadly flat as US$280 million of inflows were offset by negative quarterly investment performance.

ARB Corporation’s FY26 profit fell 5.2% as weaker Australian aftermarket and OEM sales outweighed modest export growth. The 4x4 accessories maker is relying on improved vehicle supply, US expansion and new product programs to rebuild momentum in FY27.

Finder Energy has secured a conditional contract for the Hakuryu-5 semi-submersible rig to drill three development wells offshore Timor-Leste, with two further wells optional. The approximately US$42.3 million gross contract gives the Kuda Tasi and Jahal project a defined drilling window, but financing and multiple approvals remain outstanding before Final Investment Decision.

ASIC has closed its investigations into WiseTech Global, Richard White and two current employees without enforcement action. A separate inquiry into another individual continues, leaving one thread unresolved.

Aurelia Metals delivered a sharply stronger FY26, with revenue, EBITDA and net profit rising as Federation entered commercial production and gold output exceeded revised guidance. The next test is whether the company can convert that momentum into higher throughput while managing costs, safety and execution risk.

Gateway Mining will elevate Richard Pugh to managing director and install Anthony McClure as chair after its November AGM, as the company prepares to intensify exploration at Yandal. The leadership reset comes with a $340,000 fixed package for Pugh and 15 million performance rights tied to share-price hurdles.

Treasury Wine Estates has reiterated its FY27 earnings guidance after a bruising year marked by a $1.1 billion statutory loss, a suspended dividend and a major US reset. Early trading indicators are improving, but the recovery now depends on execution across costs, inventory, supply and the Americas review.

Centuria Industrial REIT has agreed almost 25,000 square metres of leases at a 31% year-to-date re-leasing spread, while selling a vacant Queensland asset for $34.25 million at book value. The industrial landlord reaffirmed FY27 earnings and distribution guidance as it advances longer-term data centre and renewable energy opportunities.

Aland Equity Group expects its first capital-light property fund to deliver approximately $4.1 million in net returns by 30 June 2027. The forecast combines $3.37 million in management fees with a further $725,000 in investment returns, but remains subject to shareholder approval and successful lot sales.

Broken Hill Mines has lifted quarterly ore processing to its highest level since 2020 and silver production to a record 102,922 ounces. The result comes as the restarted Pinnacles mine reaches its first clean high-grade bench, opening a path toward greater use of the Rasp plant.

AMP’s Platforms business delivered A$1.5 billion in third-quarter net cashflows, up 20% year on year, while total wealth AUM reached A$168 billion. The update also showed improving superannuation flows, stronger New Zealand inflows and a buyback now halfway complete, although AMP Bank continued to shrink.

SHAPE Australia has won an approximately $800 million fixed-price contract to expand DigiCo’s SYD1 data centre campus by 52 MW. The award lifts SHAPE’s work in hand above $1.4 billion and is expected to contribute materially to revenue across FY27 and FY28.

BLS Pharmaceuticals has opened FY27 with record quarterly revenue, positive operating cash flow and reaffirmed full-year guidance. The report contains conflicting Q1 revenue figures of $26.7 million and $27.5 million, while its Scotland expansion remains subject to regulatory approval.

OD6 Metals has reported surface channel samples of up to 24 metres at 51.1% CaF₂ and rock-chip grades reaching 98.4% at Blue Bell in Nevada. The first-pass results elevate Blue Bell to Quinn’s fourth priority target, although drilling is still needed to establish scale, continuity and true widths.

Native Mineral Resources delivered its strongest quarter since restarting the Blackjack plant, with fine gold outturn up 84% to 2,330.9oz and operating cash flow turning positive. The result improves the production picture, but the company remains reliant on debt-funded development and a steady handover from Mid Pit to North Pit.