Latest Drilling Techniques News

Gorilla Gold has announced a transformative 900% increase in the Mineral Resource Estimate at its Comet Vale Gold Project in Western Australia, now boasting 0.86 million ounces at a robust 3.7 grams per tonne. This milestone significantly bolsters the company’s high-grade gold portfolio across the region.

MetalsGrove Mining has raised $2.7 million through an oversubscribed placement to kickstart exploration at its Central West Gold Project in Côte d’Ivoire, aiming to unlock value in a prolific gold belt.

Brightstar Resources has upgraded Mineral Resources at its Menzies Gold Project by 22%, significantly expanding its Indicated gold ounces and setting the stage for near-term mining development. The updated estimates underpin the upcoming Goldfields DFS 2.0 and a targeted Final Investment Decision in early 2026.

Ore Resources Ltd has raised A$7.5 million through an oversubscribed equity placement to accelerate gold exploration at its Coolgardie and Randalls projects in Western Australia. The funds will underpin an expanded drilling program targeting key prospects in 2026.

Torque Metals has raised $15 million in a placement led by top-tier global investors, setting the stage for an aggressive drilling campaign at its Paris Gold Project in Western Australia.

Asara Resources has agreed to acquire two adjacent gold exploration permits in Guinea, significantly enlarging its Kada Gold Project footprint in the prolific Siguiri Basin. Historical drilling by Newmont highlights promising gold mineralisation, setting the stage for renewed exploration.

Eastern Gas Corporation Limited, a Pure One subsidiary, has lodged a prospectus to raise $5.5 million to advance exploration and development of its Queensland gas assets, aiming for a standalone ASX listing.

Catalina Resources’ independent geological review confirms strong orogenic gold potential at Beasley Creek, spotlighting the Flamingo target with historic high-grade intercepts and clear drill readiness.

Caprice Resources has initiated the air core drilling phase of its fully funded 20,000m Phase 4 campaign at the Island Gold Project, targeting extensions of the Vadrians deposit and new gold-bearing formations. This multi-rig effort aims to advance the project towards a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate amid strong regional gold prospects.

Elixir Energy has raised approximately AUD 16.6 million through a two-tranche placement led by Omega Oil & Gas, aiming to fast-track its Taroom Trough gas projects and advance toward commercial production.

Omega Oil and Gas has secured a significant 19.43% equity interest in Elixir Energy, deepening its footprint in Queensland’s Taroom Trough and gaining exposure to near-term drilling catalysts.

Southern Hemisphere Mining has revealed a promising discovery of high-grade oxide copper mineralisation at surface during drill pad preparation at its Ferro South prospect in Chile’s Llahuin Project. Preliminary readings suggest a robust near-surface copper system that could accelerate development plans.