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Argent Minerals has announced a significant extension of Volcanogenic Massive Sulphide mineralisation at its Kempfield NW Zone, revealing high-grade silver, copper, lead, and zinc over a 1.1km strike length. This discovery underscores the growing potential of the Kempfield Project as a major polymetallic resource.

Krakatoa Resources has identified significant potential extensions of antimony and gold mineralisation at its Zopkhito Project in Georgia, supported by advanced induced polarisation modelling. The company is poised to advance exploration with drilling and resource estimation in 2025.

VRX Silica Limited's Arrowsmith North silica sand project faces a formal appeal from the Conservation Council of WA, challenging the recent environmental approval recommendation. The company is preparing its response while continuing to advance parallel permitting processes.

New Age Exploration has completed a critical Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Survey at its Wagyu Gold Project, unlocking expanded access to high-priority gold targets ahead of a planned Reverse Circulation drilling program in March 2025.

Akora Resources has confirmed that intermediate grade iron ore at its Bekisopa Project can be upgraded to saleable products, potentially extending mine life and enhancing project economics ahead of its March 2025 Pre-Feasibility Study.

Australian Rare Earths Limited (AR3) has obtained South Australian Government approval to expand its Overland Uranium Project, gaining rights over an additional ~1,000km² and greenlighting immediate drilling on high-potential targets.

Solstice Minerals has secured the advanced Nanadie Copper-Gold Project in Western Australia, acquiring a JORC-compliant Inferred Mineral Resource of 40.4Mt at 0.4% copper and 0.1g/t gold. The acquisition positions Solstice for growth amid strong long-term copper demand.

Vanadium Resources Limited (ASX: VR8) has voluntarily suspended trading of its shares pending a significant announcement on funding arrangements, signaling a pivotal moment for the company’s financial trajectory.

Fortescue Ltd has crossed the 75% ownership threshold in Red Hawk Mining, prompting an increase in its takeover offer price from A$1.05 to A$1.20 per share ahead of the March 3 closing date.

Apollo Minerals has launched Phase 2 drilling at its Salanie Gold Project in Gabon, building on strong 2024 results that revealed high-grade gold mineralisation and visible gold. The program targets extensions at A1 and new prospects A2, A3, and P6.

Macro Metals Limited has launched its second Indigenous joint venture, Robe River Kuruma Macro Mining, to foster sustainable mining and socio-economic benefits in the West Pilbara region.

Canyon Resources announces Peter Secker as new CEO, signaling a strategic shift as the company advances its Minim Martap bauxite project toward production.