Latest Copper News

Aeris Resources has agreed to acquire Peel Mining in a strategic deal that consolidates key copper assets and extends the Tritton mine life to over 10 years. Peel shareholders will receive Aeris shares plus stakes in a new ASX-listed entity holding Peel’s remaining exploration assets.

Taiton Resources reports no significant gold from Challenger West drilling but identifies promising geological indicators, while gearing up for a major drill campaign at the Yogi prospect targeting IOCG and rare earth elements.

Carnaby Resources has reported significant shallow, high-grade copper and gold drill results at its Trek 1 prospect, reinforcing the potential for an open pit development within the Greater Duchess Copper Gold Project.

Austral Resources is set to unlock significant residual copper at its Mt Kelly site using Hydro-Jex®, a patented heap leach technology promising enhanced recovery without costly reprocessing.

Middle Island Resources has revealed extensive polymetallic soil anomalies spanning 5km at its Tisovik target in Serbia’s Bobija Project, signalling a promising expansion of mineralisation. The company plans to intensify exploration activities starting March 2026 to unlock the area’s full potential.

South32 Limited reported a 29% rise in profit for the half year ended December 2025, driven by higher base and precious metals prices and solid operational performance. The company declared a fully-franked interim dividend and maintained its FY26 production guidance, while advancing key projects and managing portfolio transitions.

Antares Metals reports exceptional high-grade copper, gold, and silver results from rock chip sampling at its Startle and Astound prospects, reinforcing the Mount Isa North Project’s exploration potential.

LinQ Minerals has reported a major shallow gold and copper discovery 160 metres south of its Gidginbung open pit, revealing thicker and higher-grade mineralisation than previously expected. This breakthrough could significantly expand the resource potential of the Gilmore Project in New South Wales.

Golden Deeps Ltd has intersected strongly mineralised copper-zinc zones below high-grade gossans at its Graceland Prospect in Namibia, revealing promising ‘Tsumeb-type’ sulphide targets. New geophysical surveys have identified multiple chargeability anomalies, setting the stage for deeper drilling campaigns.

Empire Resources has successfully raised A$5 million through a two-tranche placement to accelerate exploration at its Yuinmery and Penny’s projects, with strong backing from existing and new investors.

Diablo Resources has secured a geophysical contractor to commence an induced polarisation survey at its high-priority Star Range Silver-Antimony Project, while maiden drilling at the Phoenix Copper Project confirms encouraging copper mineralisation.

DPM Metals Inc. delivered record revenues and earnings in 2025, driven by higher metal prices and stable production, while completing the strategic acquisition of Adriatic Metals plc, adding the Vareš polymetallic mine to its portfolio. The company outlines a robust three-year growth plan focused on expanding production and exploration.