Latest Materials News

AustChina Holdings has completed the acquisition of Penwortham Exploration, gaining full control of promising gold-antimony and base metals projects in Tasmania, and has commenced exploration activities in a prolific mining region.

Rapid Lithium Ltd completed a $2 million entitlement capital raising and progressed key US and Canadian projects targeting lithium and strategic metals amid shifting global supply dynamics.

Galan Lithium has locked in a binding funding and offtake agreement with Authium Limited for its Hombre Muerto West project, significantly reducing capital and operating costs. The company raised approximately A$13 million via placement and plans further shareholder funding, aiming for lithium chloride production in H1 2026.

Noxopharm Limited has successfully cleared key preclinical hurdles for its SOF-SKN™ lupus drug and expanded its Sofra™ platform collaborations, supported by fresh funding to propel upcoming clinical trials.

Aurora Labs has completed the design and initial testing of its AU4 40kg thrust micro gas turbine, marking a significant step in UAV propulsion technology. The company is now focusing on scaling production and deepening defence sector partnerships following strong international engagement.

Opthea Limited has discontinued its wet AMD development program following Phase III trial failures, slashing its workforce by 65% amid ongoing financial uncertainty and negotiations with investors.

Titomic Limited advances its strategic U.S. footprint with a new Huntsville facility set to open in June 2025, securing major defense collaborations and expanding commercial momentum in additive manufacturing.

Urbanise.com Limited reported steady Q3 FY2025 revenue with recurring income dominating, resolved a key contract dispute, and maintained positive operating cash flow for the third consecutive quarter.

Dalaroo Metals has taken a strategic step into Greenland’s critical metals scene with an option to acquire the Blue Lagoon Zr-Nb-REE Project, while advancing promising base and copper metal prospects at its Lyons River Project in Western Australia.

Capricorn Metals delivered a strong March quarter with rising gold output at Karlawinda, record operational cash flow, and significant progress on Mt Gibson development. The company also closed its gold hedging contracts, increasing exposure to gold price gains.

Rumble Resources advances its Western Queen Gold-Tungsten Project towards late 2025 production through a joint venture with Bain Global and MEGA Resources, while reporting significant high-grade gold and tungsten assay results. The company also expands its portfolio by acquiring 100% of the Thunderstorm Gold Project and initiates a scoping study on the Earaheedy Zinc-Lead-Silver Project.

Great Divide Mining Ltd has taken a decisive step from explorer to gold producer by securing a farm-in agreement for the Adelong Gold Project and raising $2.05 million to fund production restart and exploration activities.