Latest Gold And Copper Exploration News

Empire Resources has successfully raised nearly $2.9 million through the first tranche of its planned $5 million placement, with a second tranche pending shareholder approval in March.

Adavale Resources has secured adjacent exploration licences from Alkane Resources, boosting its Parkes Gold-Copper Project footprint and strengthening its position along a key gold corridor in New South Wales.

Lithium Energy Limited is set to begin a 2,700-metre drilling campaign at its Sandy Creek Gold-Copper Prospect following rock chip samples revealing significant copper, gold, and silver grades. This marks a key step in exploring the Capricorn Gold-Copper Belt Project near the historic Mt Morgan mine.

LinQ Minerals has reported a major shallow gold and copper discovery 160 metres south of its Gidginbung open pit, revealing thicker and higher-grade mineralisation than previously expected. This breakthrough could significantly expand the resource potential of the Gilmore Project in New South Wales.

Empire Resources has successfully raised A$5 million through a two-tranche placement to accelerate exploration at its Yuinmery and Penny’s projects, with strong backing from existing and new investors.

Right Resources Limited’s maiden diamond drilling at the Pilot Project in NSW confirms a large-scale gold-copper mineralisation system, with multiple stockwork zones intersected and plans for deeper drilling underway.

Antipa Minerals has reported multiple new gold and copper discoveries at its Minyari Project in Western Australia, including a high-grade gold lode at Fiama and a significant copper trend at Yolanda. These findings bolster the project's resource base ahead of an updated Mineral Resource Estimate due in February 2026.

Sunstone Metals has uncovered extensive high-grade gold-copper mineralisation at surface within its Bramaderos Project in Ecuador, setting the stage for a significant resource expansion. Drilling is imminent to convert a large exploration target into a defined resource, underpinning the company’s growth ambitions.

Rincon Resources has secured drilling approvals for its Hasties gold-copper deposits near Telfer, aiming to expand mineralisation and update its resource estimate by the end of Q1 2026.

Golden Mile Resources has completed a significant sampling program at its Aurora prospect in Arizona, with assay results expected soon, while Patronus Resources has earned an 80% interest in the Leonora Gold Joint Venture.

Adavale Resources has reported its highest-grade gold intercepts to date at the London-Victoria Gold Mine, confirming significant potential for resource expansion. The company also strengthened its leadership with the appointment of David Ward as Managing Director, advancing its exploration momentum.

Paterson Resources has completed the first phase of an extensive drilling campaign at its Grace Gold-Copper Project, raising $752,000 through a rights issue to fund further exploration and resource upgrades.