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Syrah Resources has secured an $8.5 million tranche from its US DFC loan, deferred interest payments to mid-2026, and issued warrants to the DFC, reinforcing the strategic importance of its Balama graphite operation.

Augustus Minerals has applied for a significant exploration licence in Papua New Guinea’s Vanapa River region, positioning itself within one of the world’s richest gold-copper belts while progressing its Mt Kare project.

WhiteHawk Limited has launched its first Australian office in Perth and signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Novera to co-develop a cybersecurity and AI governance platform tailored for the Australian market and broader APEC region.

FleetPartners Group Limited reported steady core income growth and strong cash generation in FY25 despite a 16% drop in new business wins, while completing a strategic acquisition to enhance its novated leasing offering.

Robex Resources Inc. reported a mixed Q3 2025 with higher gold revenues offset by net losses, while progressing its Kiniéro gold project and announcing a merger with Predictive Discovery Limited.

Besra Gold Inc. reported a $3.47 million loss for Q1 2026, weighed down by finance costs tied to a major gold purchase agreement. Despite asset impairments and net liabilities, management remains cautiously optimistic about ongoing funding and project development.

Alkane Resources reported a strong Q1 FY2026 with $147 million in revenue and 30,511 gold equivalent ounces produced, bolstered by its recent merger with Mandalay Resources. The company’s balance sheet is solid with $191 million in cash and investments after repaying debt and covering merger costs.

Hartshead Resources has been granted a two-year extension on Phase C of its UK North Sea Licence P2607, allowing more time to complete its work programme amid regulatory and supply chain delays.

Orezone Gold Corporation reports solid Q3-2025 results from its Bomboré Gold Mine, progressing its Stage 1 hard rock expansion on schedule while revising cost guidance higher due to external pressures.

Orezone Gold Corporation reported solid Q3 and nine-month 2025 results from its Bomboré gold mine, with production slightly down but revenue boosted by higher gold prices. The company’s hard rock expansion is on track for first gold in December 2025, supporting its 2025 production guidance.

Clime Investment Management’s CIWO securities have been suspended from trading due to regulatory non-compliance, raising questions about the company’s next steps and investor impact.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reported steady cash earnings in 1Q26, supported by improved net interest margins and deposit mix, while residential lending contracted amid competitive pressures. Strategic technology rollouts promise growth in the second half.