Latest Diamond Drilling News

Lightning Minerals has confirmed extensive gold and base metal mineralisation along a 12km strike at its Mt Turner Project, Queensland, following a successful inaugural drill program. The company secured A$2.5 million to fund an ambitious Phase 2 drilling campaign set for early 2026.

Canterbury Resources has completed a positive Scoping Study for its Briggs Copper Project, confirming a large-scale mineral resource and committing to a Pre-feasibility Study. The company also raised $1.24 million via a Share Purchase Plan during the quarter.

NewPeak Metals has commenced drilling at its Tansey Gold Project in Queensland while securing full ownership and environmental approvals for its Las Opeñas Gold Project in Argentina, setting the stage for expanded exploration in 2026.

Battery Age Minerals has completed maiden drilling programs in Austria and Argentina, secured full ownership of its Canadian lithium project, and raised A$5.5 million to fuel its 2026 exploration ambitions.

Western Mines Group has reported significant progress in its Mulga Tank nickel project with deep drilling revealing extended high-grade sulphide zones, supported by a $3.72 million capital raise and government grants to fund further exploration.

Sarytogan Graphite Limited reports robust drilling results and key contract awards, progressing its flagship graphite project while advancing copper exploration and securing critical funding.

Octava Minerals has restarted drilling at its Federation project in Tasmania after nearly 50 years, revealing promising high-grade indium and other critical minerals, while advancing bioleaching initiatives at its Byro project in Western Australia.

Artemis Resources has reported a major gold discovery at its Titan East prospect and broadened its copper portfolio with a new joint venture in the Madura Province, setting the stage for accelerated exploration and development in 2026.

Tarrina Resources has launched a 1,200-metre diamond drilling program at its flagship Christmas Gift Gold Project, following extensive historic data validation and geological modelling. The company also advances copper and rare earth element projects in South Australia after a successful $5 million capital raise and ASX relisting.

Right Resources Limited has successfully listed on the ASX, raising $10 million through an oversubscribed IPO and progressing exploration at its flagship Pilot Project with a maiden diamond drilling program underway.

Chilwa Minerals has validated its rare earth element exploration model and boosted its heavy mineral sands resource, while securing A$8 million in funding and advancing plans for a US Nasdaq dual listing.

Black Bear Minerals has completed its acquisition of the Shafter Silver Project in Texas, revealing exceptional surface sampling results and commencing maiden drilling. Meanwhile, its Independence Gold Project in Nevada reports outstanding gold recoveries, underpinning a strong growth outlook.