Latest Drilling And Blasting News

Native Mineral Resources (ASX:NMR) has delivered strong diamond drilling results at its Blackjack Mine, Queensland, confirming and exceeding previous gold grades. Mining has resumed with ore processing underway, supported by new infrastructure and ongoing development.

Aquirian’s Drillforce subsidiary has secured a $48 million, three-year drilling and blasting contract at Brightstar’s Lord Byron mine, marking a significant expansion of their strategic partnership in Western Australia’s Goldfields region.

Brightstar Resources has secured a five-year strategic agreement with Aquirian Limited to supply drill and blast services at its Goldfields Hub, leveraging patented technology to optimise open pit mining efficiency and safety.

Andromeda Metals has wrapped up the Early Works phase at its Great White Project, setting the stage for construction and trimming the equity funding needed for the next development stage to about $40 million.

Native Mineral Resources (ASX:NMR) has resumed mining at Blackjack South, with ore now feeding the processing plant and Podosky mining poised to start late April. Far Fanning drilling is underway, aiming for a 2027 production ramp-up.

Metal Bank Limited has applied for a mining lease over the Seven Leaders deposit at its Whiteheads Gold Project near Kalgoorlie, aiming for mining commencement in the fourth quarter of 2026 following optimisation studies and approvals.

Aquirian Limited has bolstered its growth trajectory with a $20 million Mt Ida contract and significant advancements in its patented Collar Keeper® system, alongside commissioning its Wubin facility.

Aquirian Limited advances its Drillforce subsidiary with new technology and equipment while mutually ending a planned joint venture with Topgroup, who remains a strategic shareholder.

Aquirian Limited has reported a strong rebound to profitability in the half year ending December 2025, driven by robust revenue growth and strategic partnerships that position it for expansion in mining services.

Cokal Limited has advanced its metallurgical coal operations in Central Kalimantan with new mining contracts, resumed coal shipments, and infrastructure upgrades, aiming for a 2026 production target of approximately 420,000 tonnes.

Native Mineral Resources reported steady gold production at its Blackjack operations, completed key plant upgrades, and progressed joint ventures, supported by a $3 million convertible note raise.

Native Mineral Resources reports strong assay results from its Blackjack Gold Project in Queensland, revealing significant shallow gold mineralisation and prompting a restart of mining operations.