Latest Gold Mining News

Native Mineral Resources (ASX:NMR) reported solid Q3 FY26 gold production from its Charters Towers assets, highlighted by strong mill performance and record pours at Blackjack. The company also secured exclusive mining rights at Podosky, underpinning its regional growth strategy.

Geopacific Resources has advanced its Woodlark Gold Project with the Definitive Feasibility Study close to finalisation, underpinned by a $40 million equity raise and promising exploration drilling results. The company is positioning for a development decision in 2026 amid key permit approvals and strategic partnerships.

St Barbara has given the final investment nod to restart its Touquoy gold operation in Nova Scotia, signing major local contracts and aiming to resume ore processing by the end of 2026.

Medallion Metals is advancing plans to refurbish the Cosmic Boy Concentrator at Forrestania, aiming to accelerate gold production and generate near-term cashflow before its Ravensthorpe ore processing begins.

Newmont Corporation delivered a standout first quarter in 2026, reporting $3.3 billion net income and $3.1 billion free cash flow, while authorising an additional $6 billion share repurchase program after completing the previous one.

Orezone Gold Corporation reported a 35% jump in Q1 2026 gold production, driven by Bomboré’s hard rock expansion and the acquisition of Quebec’s Casa Berardi mine. Operational hiccups with emulsion supply slowed high-grade ore sequencing but did not derail cost guidance.

Lunnon Metals has reported strong operational progress at its Lady Herial open pit gold mine, generating positive free cash flow in March 2026 and maintaining schedule to complete mining by August. Higher-than-expected gold prices have offset rising diesel costs, underpinning the project's economic outlook.

Auric Mining has appointed Gareth Solly as CEO, aiming to fast-track its transition to a mid-tier gold producer by developing the Burbanks processing facility and expanding operations at Munda.

New Murchison Gold (ASX:NMG) has uncovered its deepest and highest-grade gold intercept to date below the Crown Prince open pit, underscoring significant underground mining potential at its flagship Garden Gully project.

Cavalier Resources has secured a $4 million placement at an 11.95% discount to the 15-day VWAP, funding critical pre-production activities at its Crawford Gold Project. This capital injection complements ongoing negotiations for a US$13 million gold prepayment and a A$5 million loan, advancing the project toward production.

Tolu Minerals has raised AUD 23.75 million through convertible notes from Petrosea, reinforcing its capital position ahead of shareholder approval. The company is also shoring up diesel supplies to safeguard operations at its Tolukuma Gold Mine amid global fuel volatility, while early drilling results hint at further resource potential.

Barton Gold has launched a ~3,000m diamond drilling campaign at its Tunkillia project, aiming to upgrade resources and support a Mining Lease application by the end of 2026. The project builds on a strong May 2025 study projecting robust returns amid rising gold and silver prices.