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West Australian
2 hours ago
- Business
- West Australian
Solara defines high-priority drill targets at DeGrussa West
Solara Minerals has locked onto two compelling copper-gold targets at its DeGrussa West project in Western Australia's Bryah Basin, just 17km along strike from Sandfire Resources' historic DeGrussa mine and 10km from Catalyst Metals' Old Highway gold deposit which hosts 206,000 ounces of gold. The company's recent moving loop electromagnetic (MLEM) survey outlined two major north-dipping conductors interpreted to represent mineralised structures. One is a western 700m-long plate while the other lies in the east and extends over a distance of 1300m. Both are situated at the highly prospective contact between the Narracoota Volcanics and the Karalundi Formation which are considered to be equivalent to the prospective DeGrussa Formation and coincide with strong magnetic anomalism. The 65 square kilometre DeGrussa West project sits inside the prolific Bryah Basin of Western Australia's Murchison region, a geological address well-known for hosting significant copper-gold deposits. Historical exploration of the project area includes a 2009 airborne VTEM survey by Sandfire which identified untested bedrock conductors in the same geological sequence as its massive DeGrussa operation. Solara's recent MLEM survey has refined those old conductors, showing they cut across the south-dipping Bryah Basin stratigraphy and link up with magnetic highs and structural breaks including a northeast-trending fault – classic hallmarks of a potentially fertile system in the region. Rock chip and soil sampling, although limited, show anomalous gold values up to 345 parts per billion (ppb), accompanied by elevated copper, zinc, arsenic, and other element signatures, further supporting the inferred mineralisation potential of the ground. The project's structural setting and stratigraphy are reminiscent of Sandfire's DeGrussa system, with fold hinges and fault intersections offering prime focal points for mineralisation. Solara considers the western conductor to be the more prospective of the two, but both are slated for upcoming drill testing. Previous exploration by Barrick between 2000 and 2005 and by Ausgold Exploration between 2011 and 2019 included soil sampling and VTEM surveys. Those surveys also identified conductive zones that point to a volcanogenic massive sulphide-style of mineralisation, similar to that at the old DeGrussa operation, but many of those high quality targets remain untested. Solara has already secured a program of work approval and is preparing for site visits and surface exploration ahead of its maiden drilling program. Initial holes will test where geophysics and structure converge, with an eye on unlocking a new copper-gold system in the heart of the Bryah Basin. With its strategic position next to major deposits, a textbook geological setting and compelling geophysical hits, Solara looks primed to drill into what could be a DeGrussa-style copper-gold system hiding in plain sight. Is your ASX-listed company doing something interesting? Contact:
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Mayne Magic wins the main event
K. Kishan Thomas-trained Mayne Magic (Antony up) won the Karnataka Mile Championship Cup (1,600m), the chief event of the races held here on Sunday (July 27). The winner is owned by Mr. Eugene Aloysious Mayne & Mrs. Joan Mayne. Jockey Antony won three races on the day. The results: 1. LIVELY EMPREY PLATE (1,200m): MEGHANN (Laxman S) 1, Embosom (G. Vivek) 2, Phoenix Surprise (Pavan) 3 and Princess Jasmine (Suhas K) 4. Not run: N R I Millennium. 3-3/4, Nk and 1. 1m, 16.19s. ₹107 (w), 23, 13 and 39 (p), SHP: 39, THP: 112, FP: 664, Q: 341, Trinella: 9,103/4,876, Exacta: 62,496 (carried over)/13,392. Favourite: Chinky Pinky. Owner and trainer: Mr. Warren Singh. 2. CAMINETO PLATE (Div. II) (1,200m): ROYAL DECCAN (Antony) 1, Roadrunner (Abhishek Mhatre) 2, Equalizer (M. Rajesh K) 3 and Cascais (Trevor) 4. 6-1/2, 1 and Snk. 1m, 14.70s. ₹42 (w), 16, 24 and 17 (p), SHP: 75, THP: 41, FP: 313, Q: 160, Trinella: 5,679/1,872, Exacta: 17,705/5,836. Favourite: Silicon Star. Owners: Mr. Arjun Mangalorkar, M/s. Rapar Galloping Stars LLP rep. by Mr. Rajendran & Mr. Vivek N. Rao. Trainer: Arjun Mangalorkar. 3. ESQUIRE PLATE (1,200m): ROMPING HOME (Yash) 1, Konkrah (Sandesh) 2, Solara (Akshay K) 3 and Zephyrine (Arvind K) 4. 7, 2 and 1. 1m. 13.14s. ₹17 (w), 13, 16 and 40 (p), SHP: 40, THP: 74, FP: 63, Q: 49, Trinella: 382/286, Exacta: 1,891/599. Favourite: Romping Home. Owners: Mr. Daulat Chhabria, Mr. Hatim A Lakdawala, Mr. Teja Gollapudi, Dr. Prabhakar Chowdary Tripuraneni & Mr. Anil Saraf. Trainer: Deepesh Narredu. 4. SALAZAAR PLATE (1,200m): EXCELLENT LASS (Suraj) 1, Never Give In (Antony) 2, Victoria Doresaani (Sandesh) 3 and Grizzly (Laxman S) 4. 2, 3/4 and Snk. 1m 13.54s. ₹19 (w), 16, 18 and 18 (p), SHP; 50, THP: 68, FP: 108, Q: 89, Trinella: 453/164, Exacta: 9,159/2,944. Favourite: Excellent Lass. Owners: Mr. Daulat Chhabria, Mr. Ashok Ranpise, Mr. Teja Gollapudi, M/s. Rapar Galloping Stars LLP rep. by Mr. Rajendran. Trainer: Rajesh Narredu. 5. ADMIRAL HENRY JOHN ROUS TROPHY (1,400m): POWER OF BEAUTY (Antony) 1, Sir Winston (Neeraj) 2, Elfin Knight (Vinod Shinde) 3 and Stravinsky (Angad) 4. Not run: Sensational and Pole Star. Shd, 2-1/2 and 3-1/2. 1m, 26.94s. ₹34 (w), 12, 14 and 13 (p), SHP: 36, THP: 31, FP: 263, Q: 177, Trinella: 1,254/516, Exacta: 2,980/1,277. Favourite: Circle Of Dreams. Owners: Dr. C.N. Devayya & Mr. K. Pradeep Annaiah. Trainer: Pradeep Annaiah. 6. KARNATAKA MILE CHAMPIONSHIP CUP (1,600m): MAYNE MAGIC (Antony) 1, Galahad (Trevor) 2, Prana (Suraj) 3 and Monteverdi (Neeraj) 4. 1, 3 and 3-1/4. 1m, 39.00s. ₹24 (w), 13 and 12 (p), SHP: 29, THP: 26, FP: 117, Q: 54, Trinella: 85/25. Favourite: Prana. Owners: Mr. Eugene Aloysious Mayne & Mrs. Joan Mayne. Trainer: K. Kishan Thomas. 7. CAMINETO PLATE (Div. I) (1,200m): ELEANORA (Suraj) 1, Mutual Trust (Trevor) 2, True Punch (Antony) 3 and Carat Love (G. Vivek) 4. 2, 3 and 2-1/4. 1m, 14.18s. ₹34 (w), 16, 10 and 19 (p), SHP: 44, THP: 43, FP: 76, Q: 34, Trinella: 161/193, Exacta: 537/230. Favourite: Mutual Trust. Owners: Poonawalla Racing & Breeding Pvt Ltd rep. by Mr. Zavaray S. Poonawalla, Mrs. Behroze Z. Poonawalla, Mr. Yohan Z. Poonawalla, Mrs. Michelle Y. Poonawalla, Ms. Delna Z. Poonawalla, Mrs. Simone Poonawalla Pandole and Mr. Rishad N. Pandole. Trainer: Rajesh Narredu. Jackpot: ₹1,662 (367 tkts.); Runner-up: 144 (1,816 tkts.); Treble (i): 154 (74 tkts.); (ii): 285 (56 tkts.).
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Amazon Prime Day boosts sales across categories, but smartphones lag
Academy Empower your mind, elevate your skills Ecommerce marketplace Amazon 's Prime Day flagship sale event, through which it offers discounts and promotions for its Prime members, saw three- to fourfold growth in sales for certain brands across electronics, beauty and personal care (BPC), home and decor, and fitness categories compared to last year's Amazon, Prime Day serves as an important mid-year sales boost ahead of the three-month-long festive shopping season from September to November. It also acts as a pulse indicator for these sales, helping brands and marketplaces estimate potential sales volumes during the festive season, which accounts for nearly half of the annual gross merchandise value (GMV) for online retailers The trends assume particular significance given the overall sluggishness in ecommerce and increasing customer preference for rapid Kolli, founder and chief executive of home and kitchen products brand Solara, said that on the first day, the company saw a five- to sixfold increase over business as usual and that it doubled sales from last year's Prime Day. 'With all the quick commerce, we weren't sure how it would perform, but it surprisingly did very well. Another surprising and good thing is that generally, when Amazon sales happen, our website traffic goes down. But this time, our website traffic is actually up compared to regular days. I think that reflects overall strong consumer demand this time around,' Kolli to a Bain & Company-Flipkart report, India's ecommerce sector is estimated to have grown by 10–12% in 2024, down from over 20% in previous years.A founder of a new-age footwear brand, however, said that discounts were similar to last year's Prime Day, adding that this period is often used by some brands to clear out inventory ahead of the upcoming festive season sales.'We've witnessed a fourfold growth in sales compared to the same period last year. The majority of the demand continues to come from metro cities. Given the performance so far, we're optimistic about the last day as well. We expect to sustain similar growth levels,' said Mohit Jain, founder and chief executive of fashion handbag and accessories brand analysts ET spoke with said that the first day of the three-day event (July 12–14) registered better sales than last year's first day.'Across categories, we're seeing almost a two- to threefold increase in both traffic and order volumes. It's mostly a discount- or deals-driven sale,' said Satish Meena, adviser at ecommerce consultancy Datum Intelligence. However, according to him, the smartphone category has underperformed relative to other segments. 'The smartphone segment has not been that great. It reflects the market itself, which is also down. There was a slight jump in this category, but not as significant as in others,' Meena month, Counterpoint Research revised its global smartphone shipment growth projection for 2025 to 1.9%, lower than its previous forecast of 4.2%, citing a tariffs-driven slowdown in global did not respond to month, Amazon India added five fulfilment centres to its network ahead of Prime Day, in cities like Indore, Bhubaneswar, Kochi, and to Anurag Kedia, cofounder of personal care brand Pilgrim, daily orders have surged by 150%, with strong traction significantly surpassing the brand's 2024 benchmarks. 'We're on track to deliver approximately 2X growth in Prime Day sales compared to last year. Prime Day marks the beginning of the festive sales season for the calendar year, and it has certainly started on a strong note,' he Mumbai-based brand expects a 25–30% spike on the last day, fueled by last-minute shopping and deeper visibility across channels. While metro cities continue to perform well, tier II and tier III cities now account for 50–55% of total orders, he Amazon has said that Prime Day in the US (July 8–11) was its biggest ever, achieving record sales and the highest number of items sold over a four-day period. However, discounts during the event were subdued as some brands and sellers chose not to participate after being impacted by tariffs imposed by former US President Donald Trump.
Courier-Mail
20-06-2025
- Courier-Mail
Review: APT Solara, a river ship that stands out from the crowd
Don't miss out on the headlines from Lifestyle. Followed categories will be added to My News. To be or not to be a river ship – that is the question. When Australian-owned travel company APT approached the ambitious build of its new twin ships the Solara and Ostara, the brief was to create something dramatically different and see Europe through an Australian's eyes. Designed for the continent's busiest route from Amsterdam to Budapest, the luxurious Solara certainly stands out from the crowd. Despite having to adhere to the Danube's strict ship dimensions – there are 68 locks to navigate along the Rhine-Main-Danube route – the Solara offers surprising variety, and is contemporary and stylish with subtle nautical touches, including a chic French-navy exterior. X SUBSCRIBER ONLY Set the scene Checking into the airy atrium is a dreamy experience. High ceilings and a skylight open up the all-white space. There is a marble water station, a circular marble table and a tiled floor centrepiece in the dimensions of a compass. A dramatic macramé-like hanging rope sculpture descends from the ceiling into the softly curved stairwell, and the walls showcase original landscapes by artist Greg Wood and pieces curated by Melbourne gallery Otomys. The design was conceived by renowned Melbourne firm Hecker Guthrie (their first project on a ship), and influenced by APT's co-owners and siblings Lou Tandy and Rob McGeary. The designer furniture is whimsical and elegant but comfortable – think Gervasoni and Casini – and it has instant wow factor. If money was no object, this is how I'd love my home to look. We took a canal tour through Amsterdam. The itinerary While the Solara's 15-day itinerary will traverse the Netherlands, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary, I'm only on board for four nights for the christening and 'shakedown' cruise. This is a test run of sorts, and we embark at Rotterdam under the Erasmus Bridge before sailing past green pastures and fields of wild yellow canola flowers to Kinderdijk to tour the idyllic working windmills (dating back to the 16th century). We dock overnight at quaint Dordrecht (one of the oldest cities in Holland), visit Lisse to catch the vivid annual spring tulip festival Keukenhof, and take a canal tour through Amsterdam, which is celebrating 750 years. Although the friendly crew is busily readying the final touches to the ship, and pumping out countless espressos from the shiny new La Marzocco coffee machine in The Salon, the whole thing feels flawless. With Solara's capacity for 154 guests (and 60 crew), no cabin feels like you are missing out. Picture: Supplied. The cabins There are three categories of suites: the plush Owner's Suites, the Balcony Suites and the wood-panelled Twin Window Suites, and each has a colour scheme inspired by the seasons. Thick carpets range from sage green for spring to dusky pink for autumn. Original prints of signature European shore excursions by Australian photographer Nick Wilkins (available to buy) adorn the walls and lend an antipodean lens. The bathrooms have an abundance of storage, enormous shower heads, floor-to-ceiling tiling and marble sink tops. Toiletries by sustainable Amsterdam brand Marie-Stella-Maris were sourced by Tandy herself. With Solara's capacity for 154 guests (and 60 crew), no cabin feels like you are missing out. Solara has seven bars and eateries, each of which feels like a top-notch restaurant or wine bar. Picture: Supplied. Food and drink Solara has seven bars and eateries, each of which feels like a top-notch restaurant or wine bar. Catering to Australian travellers who have curious palates and want variety and quality, APT engaged hospitality guru Monique Lane of Fellow Hospitality (collaborating with chef Stephen Seckold of House Made Hospitality). From the fare at Bistro Saison, to the degustation paired with top-notch wine in the Owner's Cellar, and the laid-back eats at Annie's Table (named for the owners' mother), the offerings are impressive. The Grüner Bar & Dining, which rises on hydraulics so it elevates above other ships in dock, is a surprising hit, with dishes such as pretzels with whipped ricotta and moreish focaccia with butter that melts in your mouth. All bread and pastries are baked on board daily, and the delicious ice-cream and gelato are handmade. It has a circular conversation pit around solar lanterns to resemble a campfire, a nod to APT's outback touring heritage. Picture: Supplied. The extras Along with a jewel-coloured spa/salon, gym, and daily shore excursions that are included, e-bikes for guests who want to explore independently are provided. The roof has a small circular heated pool and two levels for guests to enjoy, and the Daystar Deck is a standout. It has a circular conversation pit around solar lanterns to resemble a campfire, a nod to APT's outback touring heritage. A marble cooktop space functions as an outdoor bar and barbecue, lending an Australian touch. The Grüner Bar & Dining has a great menu and sitting in a vibing wine bar while enjoying the view is a highlight. Picture: Supplied. What's hot The Grüner Bar & Dining has a great menu (the fish finger sambo is the hot ticket) and sitting in a vibing wine bar while enjoying the view is a highlight. What's not The square pillows on my bed were uncomfortable, although I learned later they were delivered by mistake and had been replaced before the first guests arrived. Checking into the airy atrium is a dreamy experience. Picture: Supplied. The verdict - 10/10 While I didn't sail the full itinerary, it's impossible to fault Solara. It's the most stylish river ship I've set foot on – the combination of Australian design, food and thoughtful inclusions is impeccable. The writer was a guest of APT Luxury Travel. Its 15-day Magnificent Europe cruise on Solara and Ostara, sailing Budapest to Amsterdam, starts at around $8495 twin share. Originally published as Review: APT Solara stands out from the crowd
Herald Sun
20-06-2025
- Herald Sun
Review: APT Solara, a river ship that stands out from the crowd
To be or not to be a river ship – that is the question. When Australian-owned travel company APT approached the ambitious build of its new twin ships the Solara and Ostara , the brief was to create something dramatically different and see Europe through an Australian's eyes. Designed for the continent's busiest route from Amsterdam to Budapest, the luxurious Solara certainly stands out from the crowd. Despite having to adhere to the Danube's strict ship dimensions – there are 68 locks to navigate along the Rhine-Main-Danube route – the Solara offers surprising variety, and is contemporary and stylish with subtle nautical touches, including a chic French-navy exterior. Set the scene Checking into the airy atrium is a dreamy experience. High ceilings and a skylight open up the all-white space. There is a marble water station, a circular marble table and a tiled floor centrepiece in the dimensions of a compass. A dramatic macramé-like hanging rope sculpture descends from the ceiling into the softly curved stairwell, and the walls showcase original landscapes by artist Greg Wood and pieces curated by Melbourne gallery Otomys. The design was conceived by renowned Melbourne firm Hecker Guthrie (their first project on a ship), and influenced by APT's co-owners and siblings Lou Tandy and Rob McGeary. The designer furniture is whimsical and elegant but comfortable – think Gervasoni and Casini – and it has instant wow factor. If money was no object, this is how I'd love my home to look. The itinerary While the Solara's 15-day itinerary will traverse the Netherlands, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary, I'm only on board for four nights for the christening and 'shakedown' cruise. This is a test run of sorts, and we embark at Rotterdam under the Erasmus Bridge before sailing past green pastures and fields of wild yellow canola flowers to Kinderdijk to tour the idyllic working windmills (dating back to the 16th century). We dock overnight at quaint Dordrecht (one of the oldest cities in Holland), visit Lisse to catch the vivid annual spring tulip festival Keukenhof, and take a canal tour through Amsterdam, which is celebrating 750 years. Although the friendly crew is busily readying the final touches to the ship, and pumping out countless espressos from the shiny new La Marzocco coffee machine in The Salon, the whole thing feels flawless. The cabins There are three categories of suites: the plush Owner's Suites, the Balcony Suites and the wood-panelled Twin Window Suites, and each has a colour scheme inspired by the seasons. Thick carpets range from sage green for spring to dusky pink for autumn. Original prints of signature European shore excursions by Australian photographer Nick Wilkins (available to buy) adorn the walls and lend an antipodean lens. The bathrooms have an abundance of storage, enormous shower heads, floor-to-ceiling tiling and marble sink tops. Toiletries by sustainable Amsterdam brand Marie-Stella-Maris were sourced by Tandy herself. With Solara's capacity for 154 guests (and 60 crew), no cabin feels like you are missing out. Food and drink Solara has seven bars and eateries, each of which feels like a top-notch restaurant or wine bar. Catering to Australian travellers who have curious palates and want variety and quality, APT engaged hospitality guru Monique Lane of Fellow Hospitality (collaborating with chef Stephen Seckold of House Made Hospitality). From the fare at Bistro Saison, to the degustation paired with top-notch wine in the Owner's Cellar, and the laid-back eats at Annie's Table (named for the owners' mother), the offerings are impressive. The Grüner Bar & Dining, which rises on hydraulics so it elevates above other ships in dock, is a surprising hit, with dishes such as pretzels with whipped ricotta and moreish focaccia with butter that melts in your mouth. All bread and pastries are baked on board daily, and the delicious ice-cream and gelato are handmade. The extras Along with a jewel-coloured spa/salon, gym, and daily shore excursions that are included, e-bikes for guests who want to explore independently are provided. The roof has a small circular heated pool and two levels for guests to enjoy, and the Daystar Deck is a standout. It has a circular conversation pit around solar lanterns to resemble a campfire, a nod to APT's outback touring heritage. A marble cooktop space functions as an outdoor bar and barbecue, lending an Australian touch. What's hot The Grüner Bar & Dining has a great menu (the fish finger sambo is the hot ticket) and sitting in a vibing wine bar while enjoying the view is a highlight. What's not The square pillows on my bed were uncomfortable, although I learned later they were delivered by mistake and had been replaced before the first guests arrived. The verdict - 10/10 While I didn't sail the full itinerary, it's impossible to fault Solara. It's the most stylish river ship I've set foot on – the combination of Australian design, food and thoughtful inclusions is impeccable. The writer was a guest of APT Luxury Travel. Its 15-day Magnificent Europe cruise on Solara and Ostara, sailing Budapest to Amsterdam, starts at around $8495 twin share. Originally published as Review: APT Solara stands out from the crowd
