Latest Mining News

Encounter Resources has regained 100% ownership of the Yeneena Copper Project after IGO Limited's withdrawal, setting the stage for renewed exploration focused on high-grade copper zones in Western Australia's Paterson Province.

NexGen Energy has reported its highest-grade uranium assay results to date from the Patterson Corridor East, highlighting exceptional mineralization that could reshape the company’s exploration outlook.

Terrain Minerals is progressing metallurgical studies on its Larin’s Lane Gallium and Rare Earth Elements project, aiming to develop sustainable extraction methods and expand resource potential. Concurrently, the company has launched a $1.8 million rights issue to fund ongoing exploration and development.

Indiana Resources is making steady progress at its Minos gold deposit in South Australia, with over half of its planned drilling completed and a scoping study underway to support a maiden resource estimate.

Lincoln Minerals has identified multiple sulphide mineralisation zones over a 7km strike at its Minbrie Copper-Base Metals Project, elevating a new priority drill target and preparing for drilling in H2 2025.

Mineral Resources Limited has lowered its FY25 volume guidance for Onslow Iron due to haulage constraints but remains on track to reach full capacity by early 2026.

New Frontier Minerals accelerates its NWQ Copper Project development by sending bulk samples to Austral Resources’ Mt Kelly plant, formalizing a key processing partnership that could fast-track copper output.

Xanadu Mines Limited has received a conditional off-market takeover offer from Bastion Mining Pte Ltd at A$0.08 per share, representing a significant premium. The company’s independent Takeover Committee unanimously recommends acceptance, supported by an independent expert’s fair and reasonable valuation.

MAC Copper Limited has entered a binding agreement for acquisition by Harmony Gold, offering shareholders a compelling 32% premium and signalling a major consolidation in the copper mining sector.

Bastion Mining has tabled a recommended $0.08 per share cash offer for Xanadu Mines, representing a significant premium and backed unanimously by Xanadu's independent directors and largest shareholder.

Hastings Technology Metals has struck a deal to acquire the Whiteheads Gold Project, adding a substantial gold asset near Kalgoorlie to its portfolio and targeting a maiden resource by year-end.

Western Mines Group has raised $1.287 million through a strategic placement to fast-track exploration at its flagship Mulga Tank project, signalling renewed momentum in its nickel and precious metals ambitions.