Latest Cobalt News

Ardea Resources’ Kalgoorlie Nickel Project has been formally recognised in the Japan–US Critical Minerals Joint Fact Sheet, highlighting its strategic role in securing nickel and cobalt supply chains. This inclusion underscores growing international cooperation and significant funding commitments for the project’s development.

Renascor Resources reports significant cobalt and copper mineralisation from its recent Bulloo Creek drilling program, while advancing exploration across South Australia’s Olary, Marree, Wooltana, and Tumby Bay projects.

Clara Resources has agreed to sell its Kildanga nickel-cobalt project for up to $1.75 million, marking a strategic shift to focus on its Mareeba gold exploration in Queensland.

Corazon Mining Limited has secured rights to apply for exploration licences covering 537 km² in the Plutonic Marymia Greenstone Belt, following a withdrawal agreement with IGO Limited that includes access to proprietary historical data.

Alliance Nickel is advancing its NiWest project by exploring vat leaching to reduce capital costs and has completed initial gold drilling at Wanbanna, while continuing offtake talks with Stellantis and considering a NASDAQ listing via de-SPAC.

Metal Bank reports exceptional gold recovery results from its Seven Leaders Prospect near Kalgoorlie, highlighting a 72.5% gravity recovery and over 99% leaching efficiency, underpinning its near-term production ambitions.

Kairos Minerals has delivered strong final drill results from its Mt York Gold Project, underpinning an updated resource estimate and an ambitious drilling program planned for 2026.

Cobalt Blue Holdings has confirmed its cobalt sulphate meets stringent battery precursor specifications, advancing its Kwinana Cobalt Refinery toward a Final Investment Decision. The company also expands its graphite recovery program, positioning itself at the forefront of Australia’s battery materials ecosystem.

Ardea Resources has successfully raised A$5 million through a placement and launched a A$2 million Share Purchase Plan to fund the next phase of its Kalgoorlie Nickel Project. The capital injection supports the finalisation of a key feasibility study and ongoing project development.

Havilah Resources has finalised a significant transaction with Sandfire Resources for the Kalkaroo copper-gold project, receiving $31.5 million in cash and shares, while advancing promising drilling at Birksgate.

West Coast Silver’s recent aircore drilling at Elizabeth Hill has confirmed and extended high-grade silver mineralisation beyond historic mine areas, revealing promising near-surface targets and new base metal prospects.

Nickel Industries reported a reduced loss after tax of $41.2 million for 2025, underpinned by steady production and strategic progress on its ENC HPAL project and sustainability initiatives.