Latest Drilling News

Marimaca Copper Corp. has released a Definitive Feasibility Study for its Marimaca Oxide Deposit in Chile, highlighting a robust 13-year mine life, low capital intensity, and strong financial returns. The study confirms a maiden ore reserve and positions the project as a competitive copper producer with advanced permitting and financing underway.

Fortescue Metals Group reported a solid US$3.4 billion net profit for FY25, driven by record iron ore shipments and a strong balance sheet, while advancing ambitious decarbonisation and green energy projects.

Fortescue Ltd reported a solid FY25 with record iron ore shipments and a strong profit, while making significant strides in its decarbonisation agenda including renewable energy projects and green metal production.

29Metals Limited has reversed a significant loss to report a $35.3 million net profit for the first half of 2025, driven by stronger production at Golden Grove and improved metal prices, while Capricorn Copper remains suspended amid ongoing water and regulatory challenges.

Askari Metals is gearing up for a pivotal shareholder meeting to approve its Ethiopian gold and copper acquisition, while restructuring debt and expanding European investor outreach.

Robex Resources confirms steady progress at its Kiniero Gold Project in Guinea, maintaining schedule and budget for first gold production in late 2025. Key construction milestones and drilling activities highlight the project’s momentum.

Ora Banda Mining Ltd delivered a standout FY25 with net profit soaring 575% to $186 million, driven by record gold production and successful underground mine expansions. The company sets ambitious FY26 targets amid strong operational momentum.

Critica Limited has dispatched an upgraded composite concentrate from its Jupiter Project to ANSTO for independent hydrometallurgical testing, aiming to produce a Mixed Rare Earth Carbonate (MREC). Complementary assessments by Minutech will help optimise processing routes and support upcoming feasibility studies.

Miramar Resources has partnered with Sumitomo Metal Mining Oceania in a multi-million-dollar joint venture to explore for large-scale nickel-copper-platinum group element deposits at the Bangemall Projects in Western Australia.

Western Gold Resources has kicked off a major 35,300-metre grade control and infill drilling program at its Gold Duke Project, aiming to de-risk operations and support a mining start in late Q4 2025.

Paterson Resources is set to begin an 8,500-metre drilling campaign at its Grace Gold Project, aiming to upgrade its resource classification and unlock further value in a highly prospective region.

Ark Mines has landed a $4.5 million investment from Queensland’s Critical Minerals and Battery Technology Fund, accelerating development at its Sandy Mitchell rare earths project with production targeted for late 2027.