Latest Australian Mining Sector News

Santana Minerals has secured a clear statutory timeline for the Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project fast-track approval, with a decision expected by late October 2026. The appointment of a seven-member Expert Panel marks a significant step in the project's regulatory journey.

Cauldron Energy’s latest groundwater analysis at the Yanrey Uranium Project reveals low chloride and sulphate levels, affirming the site’s suitability for environmentally friendly in situ recovery uranium mining. This milestone supports the company’s plans to expand resources and advance towards production.

Kairos Minerals has confirmed a significant extension to its Mt York gold mineralisation, with new drilling results revealing strong near-surface and deeper gold zones over an additional 1.2km strike. An updated resource estimate is expected in the first half of 2026.

Hammer Metals has submitted a Mining Lease Application for its Orelia North gold deposit in Western Australia, aiming to accelerate development amid a buoyant gold price. Recent drilling results extend mineralisation, supporting resource growth ahead of a planned 2026 upgrade.

AngloGold Ashanti has begun exploration drilling on Matsa Resources’ Lake Carey tenement, signalling strong interest in the region and setting the stage for 2026 exploration activities.

AIC Mines has successfully accessed the Jericho copper deposit underground, confirming key geological models and reducing technical risks. This milestone accelerates plans to expand copper production at the Eloise mine in Queensland.

Koba Resources has secured $4.35 million to advance exploration at its newly acquired Stannary Hills and Mt Garnet tin-tungsten projects, with drilling scheduled to begin in late Q1 2026. The company also plans to recommence uranium drilling at its Yarramba Project in February, following promising high-grade intercepts.

Resources & Energy Group Limited (REZ) has kicked off a new drilling campaign at its East Menzies Gold Project, backed by a $2 million capital raise, aiming to expand its mineral resources and advance towards production.

Toro Energy shareholders are set to gain exposure to a diversified uranium portfolio through IsoEnergy’s acquisition offer at a near 80% premium, while Toro advances its Wiluna Uranium Project amid strong market tailwinds.

ACDC Metals has reported encouraging mineralogy results from its Goschen Central Rare Earth Elements project, reinforcing its strategic value amid rising geopolitical interest. The company maintains a solid cash balance to support ongoing development and exploration activities.

Great Southern Mining Limited reported significant gold intercepts from its Western Australian and Queensland projects during the December 2025 quarter, alongside securing up to A$337,500 in government co-funded drilling grants.

Infinity Metals has completed drilling at its Cobungra Gold-Copper-Silver Project in Victoria, confirming mineralisation over a 2km strike, while awaiting regulatory feedback on its San Jose Lithium Mining Licence Application in Spain.