METALS AND MINING
Charger Metals (ASX: CHR) reported a resource upgrade at its 100%-owned Lake Johnston Lithium Project in Western Australia. Recent drilling at Medcalf has delivered a 34% increase in the lithium Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE), growing to 10.6Mt @ 1.0% Li₂O and 107ppm Ta₂O₅. The program has also defined a new tantalum MRE of 2.2Mt @ 132ppm Ta₂O₅. Covered by The Market Bull & Business News Today. Charger will sell 100% of the Bynoe Lithium Project in the Northern Territory to Core Lithium’s (ASX:CXO) 100%-owned subsidiary, Bynoe Lithium Pty Limited, for consideration of up to $14.75 million. The sale of Bynoe allows Charger to focus on advancing Lake Johnston towards development. Covered by MarketOpen.
Evergold Minerals’ (ASX: EG1) maiden 2026 reverse circulation (RC) drilling program at the Duchess of York in WA’s Goldfields has confirmed multiple broad zones of gold mineralisation extending below previous drilling. Assays have now been received for 498 of 2,667 samples submitted (around 19% of the program). Results for the remaining samples are expected over the next two to four weeks. Significant intercepts include: 22m @ 1.80 g/t Au from 59m (incl. 8m @ 3.38 g/t Au) - the widest gold intercept returned at Duchess of York to date.
NVRO Metals (TSX: NVRO) reported an independent NI 43-101 Mineral Resource Estimate for its NVRO Metals Hub in the Northern Territory, confirming a combined Mineral Resource of 77.6Mt grading 1.69% CuEq, with more than 94% classified as Measured or Indicated. The 15.9Mt oxide resource is expected to support the Company’s planned Phase 1 restart and production of copper cathode, cobalt and nickel products. The larger 61.7Mt sulfide resource highlights the scale of the project and its exposure to key critical and industrial metals.
Power Minerals (ASX: PNN) launched a mineralogical characterisation program at its Morro do Ferro Rare Earths Project in Brazil, targeting the high-value magnet rare earths neodymium (Nd), praseodymium (Pr), dysprosium (Dy) and terbium (Tb). Early studies indicate around 40% of the non-cerium rare earth inventory comprises these premium magnet elements, which account for approximately 98% of the contained rare earth value, highlighting the potential to develop a higher-value magnet rare earth product while reducing low-value cerium. The work is expected to support future resource, metallurgical and development studies as drilling continues at the project. Covered by Mining.com.au.
Element 25 (ASX: E25) reached a key development milestone at its Butcherbird Expansion Project in WA, with the first major processing equipment item arriving in the state ahead of construction. The custom-built logwasher forms part of the planned expansion to 1.1Mtpa of manganese concentrate production, supported by an 18+ year mine life, with the project remaining on track for mechanical completion and commissioning in Q1 2027. The delivery marks the transition from planning and procurement into physical project execution as Element 25 advances its manganese growth strategy.
Canadian Phosphate (ASX: CP8) raised ~$5.2 million following the successful completion of its Rights Issue and Follow-on Placement, which attracted strong support from existing shareholders and new investors. The funds will accelerate development of CP8’s North American phosphate assets, including exploration drilling at the Wapiti Project in British Columbia, mining activities at the Barnes Project in Canada, and the acquisition and advancement of the Diamond Mountain Phosphate Project in Utah. Covered by Mining.com.au and Stocks Down Under.
Lincoln Minerals (ASX: LML) commenced its maiden copper-focused drilling program at the Minbrie Copper Project on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. The program will include a minimum of 40 aircore holes targeting approximately 1.7km of untested strike at Eagle Ridge within a broader 17km prospective copper and base metals corridor, where historic drilling returned 29.5m @ 0.8% Cu, 7.5% Pb, 1.9% Zn and 9g/t Ag. Initial assay results are expected by August 2026, with follow-up RC and diamond drilling planned later this year. Covered by Mining.com.au.
Recharge Metals (ASX:REC) executed a Heritage Protection Agreement with the Watarra Aboriginal Corporation (WAC), the Registered Native Title Body Corporate (RNTBC) which represents the Darlot People over its Sunset Well Gold Project in Leonora, Western Australia. A Heritage survey request has also been submitted for the maiden 30,000m drilling program at Sunset Well.
Raptor Metals (ASX: RAP) reported more high-grade copper results from its Chester Copper Project in New Brunswick, Canada, with assays received from an additional eight diamond drill holes completed as part of its 19-hole, 2,126m drilling campaign. Highlights include: 11.75m @ 1.71% Cu from 10m, including 3.1m @ 5.19% CuEq, 16.1m @ 1.96% CuEq from 6m, 9.5m @ 1.18% Cu from 30.5m, 3.55m @ 2.65% Cu from 26.1m. Covered by Mining.com.au, Investing News Network.
Golden Dragon Mining (ASX: GDM) has returned further high-grade gold results from Phase 2 RC drilling at its Behring Bore Prospect within the Cue Gold Project in Western Australia, with highlights including 4m @ 5.3 g/t Au from 44m within a broader 20m @ 1.57 g/t Au intercept. Mineralisation remains open to the north, south and east, with a rig secured for early July to test both Behring Bore and the Coodardy prospect approximately 400m to the east.
Kali Metals (ASX: KM1) released first assay results from Phase 2 drilling at its Marble Bar Gold Project in WA, advancing its understanding of the system by tightening drill spacing across the Sherman, Churchill and Tiger prospects, along with testing for extensions at depth. The program, comprising 4,059m of reverse circulation and 281.7m of diamond drilling, demonstrated that gold mineralisation of similar width and tenor continues down dip of the surface-lying Phase 1 results.
Burley Minerals (ASX: BUR) completed a Heritage Survey across the North & Step-Out Targets at its Cane Bore Iron Ore Project in northern WA, clearing the way for planned reverse circulation drilling and advancing exploration at the project.
Everest Metals (ASX: EMC) announced further high-grade gold assay results from its grade control reverse circulation (RC) drilling program at the Mt Dimer Taipan Gold Project in WA. A total of 3,078m of RC drilling was completed to support mine planning and optimisation, with multiple high-grade gold intersections returned from the program including: 7m @ 16.1 g/t Au (9–16m) inc., 2m @ 43.6 g/t Au from 10m, 12m @ 6.2 g/t Au (10–22m) inc., 4m @ 15.8 g/t Au from 10m. Covered by Stockhead & Mining.com.au.
Clara Resources Australia (ASX: C7A) expanded its Mareeba Gold Project in North Queensland, securing options and applications over ~111 km² of additional tenure in the emerging Hodgkinson Province. The newly acquired ground lies along the same Kingsborough Fault corridor that underpins Clara’s existing project portfolio and is considered highly prospective for gold, antimony, and tungsten. Covered by Industry Queensland.
Atomic Eagle (ASX: AEU) secured cornerstone approvals for its Muntanga Uranium Project, with ESIA and RAP approvals materially de-risking the project and providing a clear regulatory pathway toward future development.
Native Mineral Resources (ASX: NMR) is targeting a monthly gold production record for June at its Blackjack Operations in northern Queensland. A gold pour completed on 21 June 2026 produced 406.4oz of doré in three bars. Mining activities continue to advance across Blackjack Mid Pit, Blackjack South Pit and Podosky.
INDUSTRIAL
Acucensus (ASX: ACE) extended its Mobile Speed Camera Services Agreement with Transport for New South Wales for an initial six-month period, with an additional six-month option available. The value of the first six-month contract is ~$16m excluding GST. Acusensus continues talks with TfNSW for a new long-term mobile speed camera services contract.
Green360 Technologies (ASX: GT3) has developed MKX Ultra Fine, a metakaolin product designed as a direct replacement for silica fume in high-strength concrete. University of Melbourne testing confirms comparable strength performance on a 1:1 basis, commercial-scale production is complete, and trials are now underway with major concrete suppliers.
Babylon Pump & Power (ASX: BPP) reaffirmed the strength of its specialist rental business, with FY26 rental revenue expected to increase approximately 160% on FY25, while outlining its recapitalisation plan and revised banking arrangements.
BIOTECH
EVE Health Group (ASX: EVE) announced the commencement of its pilot clinical study for Libbo®, its vardenafil oral soluble film for erectile dysfunction. The study is intended to generate data to support the design of a planned pivotal bioequivalence study and the ongoing regulatory development pathway for Libbo.
Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals (ASX: PAR) has commenced enrolment in its pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial, PARA_OA_012, evaluating injectable pentosan polysulfate sodium (iPPS, Zilosul®) for the treatment of pain associated with knee osteoarthritis. 538 participants have commenced treatment in the study, exceeding the original target enrolment of 466 participants and representing the largest clinical study conducted using Paradigm's selected Phase 3 dosing regimen of 2mg/kg administered twice weekly for six weeks.
ENERGY
Galilee Energy (ASX: GLL) has completed construction of the Zydeco-1 drilling pad in Acadia Parish, Louisiana, with the rig now mobilising ahead of a spud scheduled for the first week of July. The well targets a conventional Gulf Coast gas accumulation of 13.7 BCF and 610,000 barrels of condensate, with Galilee holding a 100% working interest and 70% net revenue interest in the project.
Prominence Energy (ASX: PRM) has received results from an independent satellite spectral analysis identifying widespread helium, hydrogen and methane anomalies across its Eyre Project, with several of the strongest anomalies occurring near locations where elevated gas concentrations were detected during a recent soil gas survey. The alignment between the two independently derived datasets strengthens confidence in an active subsurface gas system across both granted and pending licence areas.
RENEWABLE ENERGY
Provaris Energy (ASX: PV1) completed a key FEED milestone for its proprietary YP-Provaris LCO₂ tank, submitting the detailed engineering package to DNV to support the pathway toward Approval in Principle and General Approval for Ship Application. Developed with Yinson Production, the 25,000 cbm low-pressure LCO₂ tank is designed to support large-scale marine transport and storage of CO₂ across FSIUs, carriers and terminal storage applications. For investors, this milestone further de-risks Provaris’ commercialisation pathway in a CCS market where DNV forecasts global investment to approach ~US$80 billion by 2030.
BIOTECH
Tetratherix Limited (ASX: TTX) joint venture with Tutelix™ received ethics approval to begin its international pivotal trial (~240 patients) supporting TGA and FDA 510(k) submissions. The company also confirmed its Tutela™ pilot study completed enrolment of 15 patients with zero product-related adverse events, and six-month follow-up data suggests the Tutelix spacer could expand beyond prostate cancer to address the unmet need in gynaecological cancer treatment.
Avecho Biotechnology (ASX: AVE) announced that the independent Data Monitoring Board (DMB) has completed its review of the unblinded interim analysis data from the Company’s pivotal Phase III clinical trial evaluating its TPM®-enhanced cannabidiol (CBD) capsule for insomnia. Following review of the interim data, the DMB has unanimously recommended the trial continue to the full planned enrolment of 519 participants. The recommendation is highly encouraging as it confirms the study has satisfied the pre-specified criteria established in the trial protocol to progress beyond the interim analysis and continue recruitment of a second patient cohort. Covered by Small Caps.
ECS Botanics (ASX: ECS) launched Gelonoidz #20, the first Australian-grown Terphogz medicinal cannabis product, marking a key milestone in its premium branded product strategy and paving the way for up to three Terphogz cultivars during FY27. Covered by Stocks Down Under and Cannabiz.
CORPORATE NEWS
Australian Mines (ASX: AUZ) strengthened its board and leadership team with the appointment of Andrew Nesbitt as Managing Director, alongside the addition of experienced mining executives Cristian Moreno and Michael McNeilly as Non-Executive Directors. The changes come as the company advances its Boa Vista Gold Project in Brazil and Flemington Scandium Project in NSW, while also proposing a 1-for-5 share consolidation aimed at creating a more appropriate capital structure.
Bio-Gene (ASX: BGT) completed its Share Purchase Plan, receiving $119,500 in applications at 2.5 cents per share. Underwriting arrangements remain in place for up to $500,000, with the $380,500 shortfall subject to shareholder approval at an upcoming EGM. Funds raised from the SPP and recent placement will support Flavocide® regulatory studies, increased Qcide® production, product development activities and commercial partnering initiatives.
Green360 Technologies (ASX: GT3) hosted more than 20 representatives from Victorian State Government infrastructure delivery bodies at its Pittong operations, providing a firsthand view of its kaolin resource and manufacturing capabilities as the sector focuses on securing domestic SCM supply ahead of forecast shortfalls in fly ash and slag.
ECS Botanics (ASX: ECS) MD Nan-Maree Schoerie was published in Cannabiz discussing Australia's medicinal cannabis import framework. Nan-Maree argued that stronger oversight of imported products is needed to reduce diversion risk.
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