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Regis Resources (ASX:RRL) and Vault Minerals (ASX:VAU) announced a definitive merger-of-equals agreement to create a $10.7 billion precious metals powerhouse.

Great Western Exploration (ASX:GTE) has completed its drilling programme at the Oval Copper-Gold Target in Western Australia.

The Australian Taxation Office has finalised contingency frameworks to address potential economic deterioration.

Databricks has announced a US$300 million investment in Australia and New Zealand over three years to expand its regional presence, workforce, and AI capabilities.

Medibank (ASX:MPL) reports steady growth and reaffirmed FY26 outlook. Despite rising health cost inflation, the insurer saw a 25% surge in policyholder growth.

Gentrack Group (ASX:GTK) has issued a market update revealing a strategic pivot towards global leadership and long-term expansion.

Westpac (ASX:WBC) reported a statutory net profit of $3.4 billion, a figure that represents a 3% increase on the first half of 2025.

Sigma Healthcare (ASX:SIG), via Chemist Warrehouse, secured a majority stake in the London-based Greenlight Healthcare chain.

Global electric vehicle pioneer Vmoto (ASX:VMT) announced an agreement with Spanish-based MotoGP Sport Entertainment Group.

Connected Minerals (ASX:CML) announced a pivotal binding conditional agreement to acquire 100% of Frontier Group CRM.

Avira Resources (ASX:AVW) confirmed the receipt of all critical approvals for its high-grade Mt Cattlin Gold Project.

Frontier Energy (ASX:FHE) secured long-term government-backed revenue protection through the federal capacity investment scheme.

NewPeak Metals (ASX:NPM) mobilised drilling operations at its flagship Las Opeñas Gold Project.

Rumble Resources (ASX:RTR) announced the sale of a 2.5% net smelter return royalty to Elemental Royalty Corp.

Pacgold (ASX:PGO) transitioned from exploration to production following its first gold pour at the White Dam Gold Project.

Austal (ASX:ASB) has secured a $136 million contract extension to construct two additional Evolved Cape-class patrol boats for the Australian Border Force.

Sports Entertainment Group (ASX:SEG) upgraded its financial guidance for the 2026 financial year following a period of "continued operating momentum".

Merino & Co. (ASX:MNC) has secured an exclusive distribution agreement for the Mainland China market.

Stellar Resources (ASX:SRZ) has secured commitments to raise $22.1 million through a heavily oversubscribed capital placement.

Sydney-based BrainChip (ASX:BRN) entered into a non-exclusive IP distribution licence agreement with ASICLAND.

Alchemy Resources (ASX:ALY) finalised the sale of its Karonie and Lake Rebecca Projects to Forrestania Resources (ASX:FRS).

Haranga Resources (ASX:HAR) announced high-grade gold repetitions and depth extensions at its flagship Lincoln Gold Project.

Medical technology innovator ImpediMed (ASX:IPD) announced a $15.2 million capital raise.

Australian retail giant Eagers Automotive (ASX:APE) completed its acquisition of CanadaOne Auto.