Right Resources Unveils Major Gold Expansion at Pilot Project, Drilling Now Underway

Expanding the Gold Footprint

Right Resources Limited (ASX – RRE) has announced a significant expansion of gold mineralisation at its flagship Pilot Project in the Tumbarumba region of New South Wales. Detailed geological mapping combined with high-resolution ground magnetic surveys have delineated multiple high-grade gold zones extending along a 1-kilometre strike length. This marks a substantial increase in the known mineralised footprint, with mineralisation confirmed across an east-west corridor up to 175 metres wide and an alteration footprint stretching 800 metres.

A Porphyry System Comes Into Focus

Integrated geophysical evaluations, including LiDAR, magnetic, and radiometric datasets, have identified anomalies consistent with a major high-grade porphyry gold system. The mineralisation is hosted within a complex geological setting comprising altered dolerite, granodiorite, porphyritic rhyolite, and metasedimentary rocks. Notably, the ground magnetic survey revealed structurally controlled, high-grade gold-bearing vein arrays that coincide with extensive historical underground workings, some of which historically yielded exceptional grades up to 38 grams per tonne.

Historical Workings and Modern Exploration

The Pilot Project area contains over 130 shafts and adits, some reaching depths of 50 metres, reflecting a rich history of underground mining. Despite this, no modern drilling had been conducted prior to Right Resources’ involvement. Recent surface sampling of stockwork zones has returned strong gold grades up to 10.3 grams per tonne, reinforcing the potential of this largely untapped resource. The company’s geological mapping has also demonstrated a strong visual correlation between alteration, veining, and sulphide assemblages with high-grade gold mineralisation, providing confidence in targeting for upcoming drilling.

Drilling Commences and Next Steps

Right Resources has now commenced its maiden drilling program at the Pilot Project, focusing on priority zones defined by the integrated geological and geophysical work. The initial drill holes will be logged and sampled to confirm the style and continuity of mineralisation, with assay results expected in the first quarter of 2026. Concurrently, the company is advancing studies on re-entry and bulk sampling of historical underground workings, engaging engineering consultants to assess feasibility. Additional geophysical surveys are planned to refine targets along strike and explore newly identified anomalies.

Regulatory Progress and Strategic Positioning

Ministerial consent was recently granted following the completion of the Right to Negotiate process under the Native Title Act, enabling Right Resources to undertake reconnaissance and low-intensity prospecting activities within the designated exploration area. This regulatory milestone, combined with the company’s existing access arrangements, positions Right Resources well to accelerate exploration activities. The Pilot Project’s location within the prolific Lachlan Fold Belt and proximity to the Gilmore Fault Zone further underscores its strategic importance within the company’s broader portfolio.