Latest Directional Drilling News

Hillgrove Resources has uncovered significant copper-gold mineralisation extending more than 100 metres below previous depths at the Kanmantoo Copper Mine, marking the deepest recorded intersection to date and reinforcing resource growth potential.

King River Resources has launched a comprehensive RC drilling campaign and aeromagnetic survey at its Mindoolah Gold Project, aiming to unlock residual gold in historical waste dumps and validate structural controls beneath old workings.

North Stawell Minerals (ASX:NSM) has reinforced its position in Victoria’s gold scene with strong drilling results and an updated 87,300-ounce resource at Wildwood, leveraging advanced geophysical techniques to unlock potential beneath cover.

Aldoro Resources has delivered standout assay results from its Phase II drilling at the Kameelburg Project in Namibia, highlighting extensive high-grade rare earth elements, strontium, and niobium mineralisation that underpin a robust multi-commodity deposit.

Emperor Energy has submitted a revised Environmental Plan for its Judith-2 appraisal well and is advancing drilling preparations, including securing contractors and negotiating the Valaris-107 rig contract for a late Q1 2027 start.

Omnia Metals has identified Beaver Creek within its Montana Radix Project as the key focus for rare earth and niobium exploration, leveraging historical data and planning detailed field validation.

Evergold Minerals has kicked off a 3,000m reverse circulation drilling campaign at its Mt Monger Gold Project, aiming to confirm high-grade gold mineralisation at Duchess of York and test a newly defined intrusive-related target at Gladiator.

Cobre Limited has secured majority control of the Sierra Atacama Copper Project in Chile through a $60 million capital raise, marking its transition from explorer to producer. The company plans extensive drilling and operational upgrades to boost production and resource confidence.

Nexus Minerals has kicked off an extensive reverse circulation drilling program at its Wallbrook Gold Project, targeting resource growth across four key prospects while advancing permitting and operational partnerships.

Galilee Energy has transformed its Zydeco Gas Project in Louisiana into a drill-ready asset, aiming for a Q2 2026 spud and first production within six months of success.

Galilee Energy has completed the Zydeco-1 well design and directional plan, achieving around US$100,000 in cost savings and advancing steadily toward a Q2 2026 drilling start. The project targets Gulf Coast natural gas and condensate markets, supported by a newly appointed US Advisory Board.

Galilee Energy has confirmed the final location for its Zydeco-1 well in Louisiana, targeting significant gas and condensate resources with drilling set for the second quarter of 2026. The well also aims to explore additional oil potential, optimising costs and environmental impact.