Latest Gold Exploration And Development News

Star Minerals has submitted key mining and environmental permits for its Tumblegum South Gold Project, backed by exceptional shallow gold drilling results and a $1.5 million capital raise. The company targets mining commencement in early 2026 amid robust project economics.

Forrestania Resources has rapidly expanded its gold portfolio across Western Australia, boosting its resource base from 24koz to over 593koz in just 14 weeks, backed by a strategic $8.61 million capital raise.

Kalamazoo Resources retains full ownership of its Ashburton Gold Project after Northern Star declines its acquisition option, accelerating a Scoping Study supported by record gold prices. The company also expands its footprint with the strategic Xanadu acquisition and secures $2 million in fresh capital.

Carnavale Resources has significantly upgraded its Kookynie Gold Project with a new resource estimate and scoping study, underpinning strong economics and a clear path to production. A $3 million placement and a $4.09 million entitlement offer support advancing to a Bankable Feasibility Study in 2026.

Nelson Resources confirms high-grade gold assay results at its Yarri Project and partners with MEGA Resources to fully fund and manage development operations.

Star Minerals has raised $1.5 million through a share placement to fund critical drilling and mining approvals at its Tumblegum South Gold Project, aiming for production start in early 2026.

Ballard Mining accelerates exploration at its fully permitted Mt Ida Gold Project, revealing a substantial new exploration target alongside a robust existing resource base.

Ballard Mining has raised $20.6 million through a premium share placement led by new strategic investor Aurenne Group Holdings, aiming to accelerate exploration and resource growth at its Mt Ida Gold Project. A new, substantial October 2025 Exploration Target highlights significant upside beyond the existing mineral resources.

Odyssey Gold Limited has reported significant progress on its Tuckanarra Gold Project, including a positive Mining Technical Study, robust drilling results, and a $4 million capital raise to fund ongoing exploration and development.

Minerals 260 Limited has expanded its Bullabulling Gold Project drilling program to 110,000 meters following strong high-grade gold intercepts, with an updated resource estimate due in December 2025. Initial metallurgical tests show gold recoveries exceeding 95%, bolstering project economics as the pre-feasibility study advances.

Western Gold Resources reports promising early drilling results and a significant upgrade to its Gold Duke Project economics, supported by a $6.75 million capital raise to fund production.

Ardiden Limited has agreed to merge with Lac Gold Limited, acquiring the advanced Rouyn Gold Project and creating a well-funded dual-asset gold explorer with a combined resource of 1.66 million ounces. The deal, backed by strong shareholder support and a $10 million capital raise, positions Ardiden for growth in two Tier-1 Canadian jurisdictions.