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Antares Metals (ASX – AM5) announces the acquisition of full interests in two promising Western Australian gold and copper-zinc projects, backed by a $2 million capital raise to fund exploration and drilling in early 2026.

Antares Metals Limited has voluntarily suspended trading of its shares pending a significant announcement about a proposed acquisition and capital raising, expected by 8 December 2025.

Papyrus Australia reported a $112k net operating cash outflow in October 2025, offset by financing activities and R&D tax incentives, maintaining a runway of over five months. Despite a non-recurring legal expense and an investment write-down, the company remains confident in its operational continuity.

VHM Limited has launched a non-underwritten Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders in Australia and New Zealand the chance to invest up to $30,000 at $0.35 per share, a significant discount to recent trading prices. The capital raised will support key development stages of the Goschen Project ahead of a final investment decision in early 2026.

Comms Group has secured a new $10.7 million refinancing package with improved terms, including additional funding capacity for acquisitions and equipment finance. This move aims to enhance financial flexibility and support future growth initiatives.

Critica Limited has raised A$8 million in an oversubscribed placement to accelerate development of its Jupiter rare earths project, positioning itself as a key supplier of critical minerals for emerging technologies.

Diablo Resources reported a modest operating cash outflow and significant exploration spending in the September quarter, offset by a recent $2 million capital raise to support ongoing activities.

I Synergy Group Limited reported a mixed quarterly cash flow for Q3 2025, highlighting ongoing operational cash outflows but securing financing to extend its runway to just under two quarters.

Alpha HPA has finalized a $30 million royalty funding agreement with Queensland's QCMBTF, receiving $27 million to support Stage 2 of its HPA First Project and general corporate needs. Concurrently, the company progresses a $400 million senior debt financing with Australian government lenders.

Southern Palladium has cleared major regulatory hurdles and confirmed robust economics for its Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, supported by a $20 million capital raise to fund next-stage development.

Challenger Gold has raised A$30 million through an institutional placement to fund the ramp-up of its Hualilan gold project and support an extensive drilling campaign ahead of first production in early 2026.

Arafura Rare Earths has secured a non-binding Letter of Interest from the US Export-Import Bank for up to US$300 million to support its Nolans Project, enhancing the US rare earth supply chain and national security.