Latest Drilling Programs News

Sandfire Resources delivered a standout FY25 with a 12% rise in copper equivalent production and a 46% jump in underlying EBITDA, while slashing net debt by 69%. The company sets a confident FY26 outlook with modest production growth and continued capital discipline.

Sandfire Resources Ltd reported a 26% surge in FY25 revenue to US$1.176 billion alongside a 46% rise in underlying EBITDA, driven by robust copper production and operational resilience despite severe weather disruptions. The company also slashed net debt by US$273 million, setting the stage for further growth in FY26.

Brightstar Resources has kicked off a significant underground drilling campaign at its Fish Mine, aiming to extend mine life and upgrade mineral resources for future production growth.

Hammer Metals has identified several promising gold and copper anomalies across its Mount Isa Project in Queensland, confirming extensive mineralisation and setting the stage for targeted drilling.

Savannah Goldfields Limited has announced a $15 million equity raising through a placement and conditional placement, offering free attaching options subject to shareholder approval. The capital raise aims to strengthen the company’s financial position and support its operational restart plans.

Ark Mines reports its Stage-3 drilling at Sandy Mitchell is ahead of schedule, aiming to nearly quintuple its measured mineral resource and fuel a pivotal Pre-Feasibility Study.

Savannah Goldfields has announced a $15 million placement to strengthen its balance sheet, repay debt, and fund a restart of gold production alongside an ambitious drilling program targeting resource extensions.

Ark Mines Ltd is fast-tracking its Sandy Mitchell rare earths project in Queensland, backed by a $4.5 million investment from the Queensland Investment Corporation and targeting production by late 2027.

Ark Mines is advancing its Stage-3 drilling program at the Sandy Mitchell Rare Earths project ahead of schedule, targeting a substantial increase in measured resources to underpin a Pre-Feasibility Study in early 2026.

Basin Energy Limited has secured $1.25 million to advance exploration of uranium and rare earth metals across strategic Tier-1 jurisdictions, positioning itself amid rising global demand for clean energy minerals.

Basin Energy has agreed to acquire NeoDys Limited, gaining a dominant uranium and rare earth portfolio in northwest Queensland, fully funded to commence drilling in late 2025.

First Au Limited has completed the first stage of its earn-in agreement for the Nimba Gold Project in Liberia, issuing shares and cash to secure a 35% interest. The company is now advancing towards the next acquisition phase with drilling updates expected soon.