Latest Australian Mining News

Mastermyne Group has extended its exclusive distribution agreement with Jennmar Holdings for critical strata consolidation products by a decade, locking in supply until 2047. This move strengthens its foothold in the Australian underground coal mining sector.

Amanda Lacaze, the CEO who transformed Lynas Rare Earths from a struggling startup to an ASX50 powerhouse, has announced her retirement. The company is now searching for a new leader to guide its next growth phase.

SSH Group Ltd reinforces its backing of the Mining Agreement with High-Tech Metals Ltd, as HTM explores new ore processing options through a non-binding MoU with Wiluna Mining.

Solstice Minerals has ramped up its reverse circulation drilling program at the Nanadie Copper-Gold Project in Western Australia, aiming to significantly grow its existing resource amid encouraging geological signs and a buoyant copper market.

Charger Metals NL has lodged a mining lease application for its Medcalf Lithium Deposit and plans a drilling campaign to expand resources at its Lake Johnston project in Western Australia.

Indiana Resources has resolved its long-standing arbitration dispute with Tanzania, clearing the way to concentrate on its promising Australian gold exploration projects.

Pearl Gull Iron has completed the sale of its Cockatoo Island Project, receiving $4.5 million in cash, a 4% indirect stake in Crestlink Pty Ltd, and ongoing royalties. The transaction positions the company to pursue new growth opportunities while maintaining exposure to the project’s future upside.

GBM Resources has partially completed its $8 million placement to Wise Walkers but faces delays in receiving the remaining funds due to Chinese foreign exchange controls. Shareholder approval for the balance is now pending.

ABx Group’s preliminary column leach tests reveal exceptional extraction rates of heavy rare earths from its Deep Leads project, underscoring the potential for cost-effective heap leaching and accelerated commercial production.

Trek Metals has identified a significant high-grade manganese discovery at its Christmas Creek Project, supported by strong gravity anomalies indicating a large concealed mineralised system. Drill planning is underway to test these compelling targets.

Medallion Metals has completed a Feasibility Study for its Ravensthorpe Gold Project, confirming robust economics and a clear pathway to near-term gold and copper production leveraging existing infrastructure in Western Australia.

Firebird Metals has achieved a significant technical milestone with its manganese iron phosphate precursor outperforming China industry benchmarks, setting the stage for commercial production at its Australian Demonstration Plant in 2026.