Latest Regulatory Environment News

Li-FT Power has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Azimut Exploration's 50% interest in the Galinée lithium property, a crucial step enabling its planned takeover of Winsome Resources. This deal strengthens Li-FT's position in Quebec's lithium sector alongside Winsome's flagship Adina project.

Antilles Gold has received an interim distribution of A$3.25 million from the liquidation of a former subsidiary, directing these funds to support construction of its Nueva Sabana copper-gold mine in Cuba.

Elixir Energy has been granted a 15-year retention license over its entire ATP2044 permit in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, securing 1,362 BCFe of 2C Contingent Gas Resources confirmed by the Daydream-2 well.

DeSoto Resources reports promising initial gold assay results from its maiden drilling program at Dadjan and Tolé in Guinea, highlighting the potential for a large gold system within its extensive landholding.

Investor Kjerulf Ainsworth has initiated an unconditional off-market proportional takeover bid for 2.9% of Ainsworth Game Technology shares at $1.30 each, offering shareholders a significant premium and liquidity option.

South Harz Potash Limited has lodged three exploration permit applications for the Torsby West Project in Sweden, securing a 25km corridor rich in copper-gold-cobalt mineralisation. This move complements their existing Glava assets and positions the company strongly in a highly prospective Scandinavian IOCG district.

Arena REIT reports a $61 million uplift in portfolio valuation for H1 FY2026, driven by strong investor interest in early learning centres and a tightening yield environment. The company reaffirms its FY2026 distribution guidance, signaling confidence in its growth trajectory.

St George Mining reports its thickest and highest-grade rare earth and niobium intercept to date at the Araxá Project, signaling a potential major resource expansion in Brazil.

Perpetual Limited has extended its exclusivity agreement with Bain Capital into early 2026 as discussions continue over the potential sale of its Wealth Management business. While progress is steady, no binding deal is yet assured.

Variscan Mines has secured government approval for its Preliminary Mining Plan, enabling critical pre-works and trial mining at the San Jose Mine in Spain. This milestone accelerates the company’s strategy to restart production with minimal capital expenditure.

Liberty Metals has exercised its option to acquire full ownership of a strategically significant portfolio of Brazilian critical minerals projects, positioning itself firmly in the global supply chain for titanium and rare earth elements.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has announced a fully franked quarterly dividend of AUD 1.311 per security on its Capital Note BENPH, payable in March 2026. This distribution reflects a steady income stream aligned with the terms set out in the 2020 prospectus.