Latest Australian Mining Sector News

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.

Greenvale Energy has reported significant progress in its uranium exploration portfolio, highlighted by expanded high-grade mineralisation at the Oasis Uranium Project and strategic advancements in its Alpha Torbanite and geothermal projects.

Kaili Resources has initiated a targeted Aircore drilling campaign across its Mallee Project tenements in South Australia, aiming to unlock rare earth element potential within the Loxton/Parilla Sands. This early-stage program follows promising regional exploration and seeks to refine future drilling focus.

Charger Metals NL advances its lithium and gold exploration with promising resource growth at Lake Johnston and new discoveries at Bynoe, supported by soaring commodity prices.

Prodigy Gold NL has reported promising diamond drilling results from its Hyperion Gold Deposit in the Northern Territory, including the first-ever observation of visible gold. These findings reinforce the deposit's potential for further resource growth and underpin upcoming exploration plans.

Kali Metals has completed its inaugural drilling campaign at the Marble Bar Gold Project and a comprehensive soil sampling program at Higginsville Lithium, with assay results anticipated in the first quarter of 2026.