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Fiscal Year 2025
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Safety metrics improved, but seismic events at Xantho Extended impacted zinc output and raised costs. Golden Grove copper production was solid, while Capricorn Copper advanced water reduction and tailings approvals for a future restart. Liquidity remains strong at AUD 168 million.
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Two major Australian copper assets are being optimized through significant investment, with Golden Grove ramping up high-grade production and exploration, and Capricorn Copper progressing toward a sustainable restart after weather-related suspension. Both assets show strong growth and resource potential.
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Copper demand is rising with electrification, and two large Australian assets offer significant growth potential. Golden Grove is ramping up high-grade production and extending mine life, while Capricorn Copper is progressing toward a sustainable restart after weather-related suspension.
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Copper demand is surging amid electrification trends, with production at Golden Grove set to rise and major investments improving operational and financial outcomes. Capricorn Copper is progressing toward a restart, supported by strong resources and infrastructure upgrades.
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Solid June quarter with strong operational delivery at Golden Grove, significant water reduction at Capricorn Copper, and a strengthened balance sheet from insurance proceeds. 2025 guidance reaffirmed, with Gossan Valley on track and capital guidance revised down.
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The AGM highlighted a year of operational improvement, financial strengthening, and strategic progress, including a major capital raise and leadership changes. Shareholders engaged actively on governance, capital raising practices, and board composition, with all resolutions receiving strong support.
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March quarter saw strong safety performance, solid production at Golden Grove, and major water inventory reductions at Capricorn Copper. Revenue was AUD 142 million, with liquidity over AUD 180 million. Debt refinancing and an insurance settlement further strengthened the balance sheet.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Full-year production and cost guidance were met, with strong cash flow and liquidity following an equity raise and debt refinancing. 2025 guidance targets higher copper and zinc output, with major investments in Golden Grove and water management at Capricorn Copper.
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Golden Grove delivered strong production and cash flow, supporting full-year guidance, while Capricorn Copper focused on major water management investments ahead of the wet season. Revenue rose 39% quarter-on-quarter, and liquidity remains solid despite ongoing environmental and insurance challenges.
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Record copper and zinc production at Golden Grove drove improved costs, while Capricorn Copper remains suspended pending water reduction and tailings solutions. Liquidity increased to $130 million, and restart at Capricorn Copper is unlikely before 2026.