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Lynas Texas rare earths plant scrapped

Lynas Rare Earths abandons Texas plant plans after failing to secure US government support. CEO cites 'America First' policy as key hurdle. Read the full analysis.

33km rare earths run mapped at Mount Ridley

Mount Ridley Mines identifies 33km of untested rare earths and gallium targets at Grass Patch Complex near Esperance, expanding its significant resource potential in Western Australia.

Viridis locks $46m for Brazil rare earths development

Viridis Mining secures $46 million funding package to accelerate its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, positioning it as a strategic Western supply source. Discover how this deal transforms the critical minerals landscape.

St George's monster rare earths hits in Brazil

St George Mining unveils exceptional rare earth and niobium results from Brazil's Araxá project, potentially reshaping one of the West's most significant critical minerals discoveries. Read the full analysis.

Toddler's fight for rare Batten disease diagnosis

A Whitsundays family's heartbreaking fight for a diagnosis for their daughter, Saylah, reveals the devastating impact of infantile Batten disease. Discover their story and how to help.

Perth School Needle Scare: Minister Seeks Answers

WA Health Minister Meredith Hammat demands details after a botched blood sugar test at Byford John Calvin School saw students pricked with a single needle. Parents urged to get children tested.

Viridis wins US$100m Canadian finance for rare earths

Viridis Mining and Minerals secures US$100 million debt financing from Export Development Canada for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, marking another win for Western critical minerals supply.

Woman needs $500k drug for rare disease CTX

Dominique Roth battles rare CTX disease but the life-changing drug costs $500,000 annually. Her story highlights urgent need for PBS reforms to help Australians with rare conditions.

Illawarra's Global Fight Against MND Continues

How Professor Justin Yerbury's legacy inspires Wollongong researchers in their global battle against motor neurone disease. Discover the groundbreaking work continuing at UOW.

4000+ Aussie foods hide dangerous trans fats

New research reveals thousands of Australian packaged foods contain hidden industrial trans fats, increasing heart disease risk. Urgent regulation needed to protect public health.

Fourth Crohn's Patient Treated with Stem Cell Therapy

NeuroScientific Biopharmaceuticals has dosed a fourth patient with its StemSmart stem-cell therapy for fistulising Crohn's disease, marking a key step for the Australian biotech. Discover the potential of this game-changing treatment.

Wollongong's world-first MND treatment breakthrough

University of Wollongong scientists unveil world-first motor neurone disease treatment tool, fulfilling Professor Justin Yerbury's vision. This breakthrough could transform MND care globally.

Measles Alert: Multiple Exposure Sites in WA Regions

Health authorities issue urgent warning after two confirmed measles cases visited multiple locations across Western Australia's South West and Great Southern regions. Public health alert active.

Camels Key to Future Brain Disorder Treatments

Groundbreaking Australian research reveals camel antibodies could transform treatment for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and psychiatric conditions. Scientists discover unique nanobodies that cross blood-brain barrier.

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