Latest Gold Exploration And Development News

Barton Gold Holdings has launched a Definitive Feasibility Study and appointed Bedrock Advisory Partners to steer financing for its Stage 1 operations at Central Gawler Mill, following a significant resource upgrade.

Carnavale Resources has launched a comprehensive Bankable Feasibility Study drilling program at its Kookynie Gold Project, aiming to deliver a shovel-ready, high-grade open pit mining scenario by Q3 2026.

Barton Gold Holdings has kicked off its 2026 drilling campaign at the Tunkillia Gold Project, aiming to secure Ore Reserves, complete a pre-feasibility study, and lodge a Mining Lease application by the end of the year.

Bellavista Resources has announced a transformative acquisition of a 70% interest in the Pickle Crow Gold Project in Ontario, Canada, alongside a A$25 million equity raise to fund exploration and development.

Bellavista Resources Ltd has agreed to acquire up to 80% of the Pickle Crow Gold Project in Ontario, Canada, adding a 2.8 million ounce inferred gold resource at 7.2g/t to its portfolio. The company is raising A$25 million to fund aggressive exploration and development activities.

Bellavista Resources Ltd has agreed to acquire a majority stake in the high-grade Pickle Crow Gold Project in Ontario, Canada, boasting a 2.8 million ounce inferred resource at 7.2g/t gold. The company is also raising up to A$25 million to fund aggressive exploration and development.

Barton Gold Holdings has initiated an 8,000m drilling campaign at its Challenger Gold Project, aiming to upgrade resources and deliver a Definitive Feasibility Study by mid-2026. This move sets the stage for restarting the Central Gawler Mill and advancing multiple regional assets.

Nex Metals Explorations has agreed to sell its 20% interest in the Arika Joint Venture for $2.5 million cash plus shares in Arika Resources, refocusing on its Kookynie Tailings Project and new opportunities in Egypt’s Eastern Desert.

Haranga Resources has converted key performance rights into shares following milestone achievements and extended the escrow period on vendor shares, while progressing drilling at its Lincoln and Ibel South gold projects.

Alicanto Minerals has won shareholder approval to acquire the Mt Henry Gold Project in Western Australia, unlocking a 915,000oz gold resource and appointing Jeff Sansom as CEO to spearhead growth.

Ballard Mining reports strong early 2026 drilling results at its Baldock deposit within the Mt Ida Gold Project, underpinning a major resource expansion and a maiden Ore Reserve due mid-year.

Tempest Minerals and Capricorn Metals have agreed to extend the completion date for the Yalgoo Project sale to mid-February 2026, allowing time to finalise administrative and regulatory requirements without altering deal terms.