Latest Gold Mining News

Capricorn Metals announces the dismissal of charges against CEO Paul Criddle, who has resigned to focus on personal priorities. Executive Chairman Mark Clark takes over CEO duties, with plans to re-engage Criddle in a senior project role.

Northern Star Resources reports a substantial 9.4 million ounce increase in group Mineral Resources to 70.7 million ounces and a 1.4 million ounce rise in Ore Reserves to 22.3 million ounces as of March 2025, excluding the newly acquired Hemi Project.

Brightstar Resources has kicked off its second ore processing campaign under a key agreement with Genesis Minerals, while development at its Fish underground mine remains on track for first ore in June. The company is poised for growth with a near-complete feasibility study and increased drilling activity.

Auric Mining is set to complete its final gold processing campaign at Jeffreys Find, aiming to generate $3.5 to $4.5 million in cash distributions and surpass 30,000 ounces mined from the project.

Ramelius Resources has obtained regulatory relief from ASIC, extending the deadline to make its takeover offer for Spartan Resources by an additional 31 days, a move that could influence the pace and outcome of the acquisition.

Black Cat Syndicate Limited has completed the second tranche of its share placement, raising approximately $12 million and issuing additional shares under a native title agreement at its Paulsens Gold Operation.

West African Resources has commenced mining and crushing at its Kiaka Gold Project in Burkina Faso, maintaining its schedule and budget for first gold production in the third quarter of 2025. The project’s progress signals a significant boost to the company’s annual gold output.

Auric Mining has officially begun mining operations at its Munda Gold Mine Starter Pit in Western Australia, marking a key milestone in its growth strategy. The company targets 6,100 ounces of gold production over five months with full site infrastructure now operational.

Vertex Minerals has raised approximately A$11 million to accelerate underground mining at its high-grade Hill End Gold Project, targeting production by July 2025. The capital raising includes a share placement, convertible loan, and a Share Purchase Plan, positioning the company for strong margins amid a robust gold price environment.

Catalyst Metals has secured the Old Highway Gold Project from Sandfire Resources for A$32.5 million, aiming to boost production with a satellite mine feeding its Plutonic processing plant. The project promises a 4-year mine life producing 35,000 ounces annually at competitive costs.

Sandfire Resources has agreed to sell its Old Highway Gold Project to Catalyst Metals for A$32.5 million, aiming to bolster rehabilitation efforts at its DeGrussa mine and unlock new local opportunities.

Astral Resources has restated its Spargoville Gold Project resource following its Maximus takeover, consolidating its group gold mineral resource to 1.76 million ounces. The update aligns Spargoville’s estimate with Mandilla’s economic assumptions, setting the stage for upcoming development.