Latest Cobar Basin News

Manuka Resources is progressing financing to restart its Wonawinta silver processing plant and is evaluating a promising gold cut-back at Mt Boppy to boost its Cobar Basin production plan.

Polymetals Resources has completed a major refurbishment of its Endeavor processing plant and begun producing saleable silver-lead and zinc concentrates, marking a key milestone in its operational ramp-up.

Aurelia Metals has unveiled a robust growth strategy targeting around 40,000 tonnes of copper equivalent production by fiscal 2028, backed by a strong balance sheet and multiple development projects. The company is advancing key operations in the Cobar region while emphasizing operational discipline and sustainability.

Aurelia Metals has released its FY26 production, cost, and capital guidance alongside an aspirational outlook for FY27 and FY28, highlighting key operational shifts and investment in the Cobar region.

Aurelia Metals has reported exceptional high-grade base metal intersections at its Federation West and Nymagee deposits, revealing new mineralisation lenses and promising targets for future exploration.

Polymetals Resources has officially commenced commercial production at its Endeavor silver zinc mine in Cobar, NSW, with zinc concentrate shipments set to begin in early July 2025. The company is progressing steadily toward ramping up output in the second half of the year.

Mount Hope Mining has announced a significant Exploration Target for its Mt Solitary gold prospect in New South Wales, setting the stage for a 3,000m drill program planned for mid-2025 to advance towards a JORC-compliant resource.

Australian Gold and Copper Ltd expands its South Cobar Project by acquiring a key tenement, boosting its exploration footprint to 1,400km² and reinforcing its position in a promising mineral province.

Manuka Resources is poised to restart silver production at its Wonawinta Mine targeting 13.2 million ounces, while progressing its large-scale vanadium-titanium-magnetite project in New Zealand with a robust $1.26 billion valuation.

Manuka Resources has announced a comprehensive 10-year mine plan to produce 13.2 million ounces of silver plus gold credits from its Wonawinta and Mt Boppy projects, leveraging existing infrastructure and an upgraded processing plant.

Polymetals Resources reports steady progress at its Endeavor silver zinc mine with commissioning underway and first cash flow anticipated in June 2025. Mining volumes are ramping up ahead of schedule, setting the stage for a promising production phase.

Kingston Resources has agreed to sell its Misima Gold-Silver Project for $95 million, bolstering its balance sheet to accelerate growth at the Mineral Hill gold-copper operation. The transaction positions Kingston to expand production and exploration in the southern Cobar Basin.