Latest Australian Mining Sector News

Energy Metals Limited reported steady progress in its uranium exploration projects across the Northern Territory and Western Australia, supported by a robust cash position and a bullish uranium market outlook.

Infinity Mining confirms exceptional antimony grades at Walhalla South Extended and advances a groundbreaking extraction partnership at its Cangai Copper Project.

Kalgoorlie Gold Mining has significantly expanded its primary gold mineralisation footprint at the Lighthorse prospect, while advancing resource updates at Bulong Taurus and maintaining a strong balance sheet.

Lachlan Star Limited has reported promising extensions of shallow gold mineralisation at its Killaloe Project in Western Australia and completed maiden drilling at its North Cobar Copper-Gold Project in New South Wales, supported by government co-funding and heritage clearances.

Sunrise Energy Metals advances its Syerston Scandium Project with a robust updated Ore Reserve supporting a 32-year mine life, alongside significant financing commitments and a strategic offtake option with Lockheed Martin.

New Age Exploration has wrapped up a significant 40-hole reverse circulation drilling program at its Wagyu Gold Project in Western Australia, with assay results expected in the coming months. The program targeted extensions of high-grade gold mineralisation linked to Hemi-style intrusives near a major gold deposit.

Hammer Metals reported steady progress across its Western Australian and Queensland gold and copper projects, highlighted by new drilling completions and a strategic acquisition at Mount Sefton. Assay results from key programs are eagerly awaited as the company strengthens its exploration pipeline.

Native Mineral Resources has kicked off 2026 with a record 1,475 oz gold pour at its Blackjack Gold Operations, signalling strong momentum and operational progress in Queensland.

Torque Metals is advancing its Paris Gold Camp project in Western Australia, moving from exploration to development readiness with a 250,000-ounce gold resource and an aggressive drilling program.

GoldArc Resources has identified multiple high-priority gold targets at its Leonora projects and secured strategic partnerships to accelerate mining development, backed by a $2.5 million cash advance facility.

Northern Minerals has identified a promising new heavy rare earths target, the Vulcan prospect, through extensive drilling and soil sampling at its Browns Range project in Western Australia. This discovery, alongside advances in geological modelling and AI-driven exploration, signals a strategic step forward in the company’s rare earths ambitions.

Antipa Minerals has reported a significant resource upgrade and strong drilling results at its Minyari Dome project, advancing its pre-feasibility study towards a mid-2028 investment decision.