Latest Drilling News

West Cobar Metals has kicked off metallurgical testing at its Salazar project targeting rare earth carbonate production and announced a new gallium resource, while gold exploration at Mystique confirms widespread mineralisation.

BOA Resources has secured a significant foothold in Western Australia’s Murchison Copper Belt with a 49% stake in the Neds Creek copper project, setting the stage for targeted drilling and exploration backed by a $3.75 million capital raise.

Kuniko Limited has advanced exploration at its Commonwealth Gold–Silver Project in NSW, completing key surveys and securing approvals ahead of a planned diamond drilling campaign in February 2026. Meanwhile, its Nordic battery metals portfolio remains strategically positioned for future development.

Locksley Resources has made significant strides at its Mojave Project, advancing drilling, securing major US institutional funding, and forging key partnerships to establish a domestic supply chain for critical antimony and rare earth elements.

Reach Resources has completed a significant drilling program at its Murchison South Gold Project and secured two new mining leases, setting the stage for enhanced resource confidence and potential open-pit development.

Vital Metals has raised A$12.47 million in the second half of 2025 to fund its Tardiff Pre-Feasibility Study, underpinning the development of its high-grade rare earths project in Canada. The strong investor backing follows a robust July 2025 Scoping Study highlighting significant economic potential.

VBX Limited has reported a significant 51% increase in its Wuudagu bauxite resource and enhanced its project feasibility study, supported by fresh funding and robust market conditions.

Evergold Minerals Limited advances its gold exploration with new tenement acquisitions and drilling approvals at key projects, while managing a tighter cash position heading into 2026.

QPM Energy has secured key contracts and financing milestones for its 112MW Isaac Power Station, while managing stable gas supply amid weak electricity prices.

Viking Mines has entered a binding agreement to acquire six high-grade tungsten projects in Nevada, backed by a strategic investment from American Tungsten Corp and a $4.29 million capital raise. The acquisition marks a significant expansion into the critical US tungsten market amid rising global demand.

Nimy Resources has announced a maiden JORC Inferred Resource for high-grade gallium and rare earth elements at its Mons Project in Western Australia, marking a significant step towards becoming a key supplier in critical minerals.

Pilot Energy has made significant strides in Q4 2025 with the launch of a modular data centre joint venture, progress on a hybrid solar and battery project, and advancement of offshore gas exploration partnerships, supported by substantial new financing.