Latest Drilling News

Octava Minerals has secured a conditional acquisition of the Federation copper-zinc project in Tasmania and reported promising bioleaching results at its Byro rare earths and lithium project, underpinning plans for further exploration and development.

Lithium Energy Limited is progressing exploration and development across multiple battery mineral projects following the sale of its flagship Solaroz Lithium Project, while working to meet ASX reinstatement conditions.

Aureka Limited’s recent drilling at the St Arnaud Comstock Project has revealed multiple visible gold occurrences, hinting at potential expansion of its current gold resource. Assay results are pending, but the findings could pave the way for increased resource estimates and future production.

Morella Corporation’s September quarter report reveals significant progress in its diversified critical minerals portfolio, including new titanium-vanadium exposure and streamlined US lithium assets. The company is gearing up for drilling and resource definition in 2026, supported by strengthened funding.

Rand Mining reported steady gold production and promising exploration results in the September 2025 quarter, alongside an improved cash position despite rising operating costs.

Iltani Resources has reported a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate for its Orient West Silver-Indium Project alongside record high-grade drill results at Orient East, supported by $8 million in new funding from Queensland Investment Corporation.

Corazon Mining has made a decisive pivot to high-grade gold exploration in Western Australia, acquiring the Two Pools Gold Project and securing an option on Feather Cap, backed by a A$2 million capital raise.

Carnavale Resources has significantly upgraded its Kookynie Gold Project with a new resource estimate and scoping study, underpinning strong economics and a clear path to production. A $3 million placement and a $4.09 million entitlement offer support advancing to a Bankable Feasibility Study in 2026.

Rapid Critical Metals has advanced its strategic silver portfolio in New South Wales through a $14 million capital raise, key acquisitions, and the start of drilling at its flagship projects, positioning itself for significant growth.

Tribune Resources reported steady gold output from its East Kundana Joint Venture and promising exploration results in Ghana, alongside a stronger cash position for the September quarter.

Mindax Limited has taken a decisive step toward full ownership of the Mt Forrest iron ore project, executing an option to acquire Norton Gold Fields' stake and raising $1.6 million to accelerate development. The company is also advancing infrastructure plans and gold exploration in Western Australia’s Mid-West region.

Gold Mountain Limited reported significant exploration progress across its Brazilian projects in Q1 FY2026, highlighting high-grade rare earth element and lithium discoveries alongside promising copper and gold anomalies.