Latest Rare Earths News

Ark Mines Ltd is fast-tracking its Sandy Mitchell rare earths project in Queensland, backed by a $4.5 million investment from the Queensland Investment Corporation and targeting production by late 2027.

Ark Mines is advancing its Stage-3 drilling program at the Sandy Mitchell Rare Earths project ahead of schedule, targeting a substantial increase in measured resources to underpin a Pre-Feasibility Study in early 2026.

Arafura Rare Earths has successfully completed the first tranche of its A$80 million capital raising, issuing 369.6 million new shares and securing A$70.2 million before costs. The remaining tranche awaits shareholder approval.

Victory Metals secures $11.5 million through a strategic placement to accelerate drilling and development at its North Stanmore heavy rare earth project, reinforcing its position as Australia’s leading rare earths explorer.

Critica Limited has dispatched an upgraded composite concentrate from its Jupiter Project to ANSTO for independent hydrometallurgical testing, aiming to produce a Mixed Rare Earth Carbonate (MREC). Complementary assessments by Minutech will help optimise processing routes and support upcoming feasibility studies.

Ark Mines has landed a $4.5 million investment from Queensland’s Critical Minerals and Battery Technology Fund, accelerating development at its Sandy Mitchell rare earths project with production targeted for late 2027.

Vital Metals Limited has had its trading suspension lifted following announcements addressing an ASX Price and Volume Query and a new capital raise, signaling renewed market activity.

Vital Metals Limited has clarified the recent spike in its share price and trading volume, attributing it to a confidential capital raise and a positive scoping study amid a broader rare earths sector rally.

Vital Metals has raised A$6.8 million through a strategic placement led by US-based Strategic Resources LLC to advance its Tardiff Rare Earth project in Canada, aiming to deploy innovative Dry Field Force Extraction technology that could reshape project economics and environmental impact.

Meteoric Resources confirms its Caldeira Rare Earth Project in Brazil remains on track after a disputed environmental council vote was declared invalid. Strong local government support and regulatory assurances underpin confidence in project timelines.

Kaili Resources has officially confirmed a change of control with Mr Jianzhong Yang now holding over 60% of shares, alongside a significant board reshuffle. The company remains focused on advancing its rare earth elements exploration in South Australia.

Arafura Rare Earths has successfully raised approximately A$80 million through a two-tranche institutional placement and launched a A$5 million share purchase plan, strengthening its cash position ahead of the Nolans project final investment decision.