Latest Gold Mining News

Santana Minerals has been granted a 30-year mining permit for its Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project in Central Otago, surpassing earlier expectations of a 25-year term and providing long-term operational certainty.

Santana Minerals has been granted a crucial 25-year mining permit for its Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project in New Zealand, paving the way for construction and gold production pending environmental approvals.

Lefroy Exploration has secured final approvals for the Lucky Strike Gold Mine, setting an accelerated timeline for mining and first gold production by March 2026. Partnering with BML Ventures, the company is poised to transition into gold production with strong financial backing.

Kalamazoo Resources has released a compelling Scoping Study for its Mt Olympus Deposit within the Ashburton Gold Project, outlining a technically robust, high-margin gold operation with strong financial metrics and significant upside potential.

Black Cat Syndicate’s ongoing underground drilling at Paulsens continues to reveal high-grade gold zones beyond current resources, supporting their More Gold, Sooner strategy. With 36 assay results pending and development advancing, the mine’s growth potential is increasingly evident.

Auric Mining has successfully sold its first gold from the Munda Gold Mine, generating nearly A$11 million in revenue and setting a promising tone for 2026 production growth.

Resolute Mining confirms steady operations at its Syama gold mine in Mali despite ongoing supply chain hurdles and unpredictable local conditions.

Horizon Gold Limited has announced an updated Mineral Resource Estimate for its Gum Creek Gold Project, revealing an 8% increase in gold ounces and a notable 26% rise in average grade. This upgrade underscores the project's growing potential in Western Australia's Murchison region.

Brightstar Resources has enhanced its leadership team with seasoned mining executives and is advancing its Sandstone project, targeting a resource upgrade in early 2026 as it pursues a +200,000-ounce annual gold production goal.

Theta Gold Mines has placed a pivotal order for two Titan GDM3065 ball mills, marking a significant step forward in the TGME gold plant construction in South Africa, with commissioning targeted by the end of 2026.

Medallion Metals has advanced its Ravensthorpe Gold Project to the final stage of environmental assessment under the EPBC Act, with a decision expected by December 2025. This milestone is crucial for progressing its sulphide production strategy alongside ongoing state permits and a proposed acquisition.

West African Resources Limited reported a robust quarterly cash flow with strong operating inflows and substantial cash reserves, underscoring its solid financial footing amid ongoing exploration investments.