The ASX regained ground into the close as defensive sectors rallied and iron ore prices dragged on FMG and RIO.
Codrus Minerals is acquiring critical mineral projects in Australia and Peru, Vertex starts mining trial to boost productivity and reduce waste.
EZZ said customer receipts climbed 10% from the previous quarter to $9.8 million, while operating cash outflows fell to just $50,000.
The company has locked in funding for the full-scale development of its flagship Tanjung Enim coal bed methane project in Indonesia.
Formerly of DroneShield James Walker has an extensive career in commercialising technology across a range of industries and is the head of the new 1414 Degrees advisory board.
The drilling returned near-surface gold hits at the Alpine and Gazzards prospects, linking these systems to the Consols and Spur prospects.