Latest Drilling News

Patronus Resources has upgraded its Mertondale gold Mineral Resource Estimate to 480,000 ounces and is progressing a Scoping Study, while also identifying strong VMS potential at its Cardinia Project and expanding strategic investments.

Miramar Resources has unveiled significant nickel-copper sulphide discoveries at its Bangemall project, supported by a $1.8 million capital raise to accelerate exploration across multiple Western Australian projects.

Forrestania Resources delivered strong high-grade gold drilling results at Ada Ann and Lady Lila, while exercising key options to broaden its exploration footprint in Western Australia.

Siren Gold has committed to a second deep diamond drillhole at its Sams Creek Project, targeting promising gold mineralisation below the current resource. This move could significantly expand the project’s Mineral Resource Estimate amid rising gold prices.

Blue Star Helium has commenced drilling the Jackson 2 well at its Galactica helium project in Colorado, marking a key step in its ongoing development program. The well is progressing towards the Lyons Formation target with plans for flow testing and production tie-in.

Cyclone Metals has inked a binding agreement with Vale S.A. for up to USD 138 million to develop its Iron Bear Project in Canada, marking a significant step forward with successful pilot production runs of high-grade iron concentrates and pellets.

Horizon Minerals reported steady gold production from its Boorara and Phillips Find projects, marking first gold pours under key milling agreements. The company also finalized its merger with Poseidon Nickel, adding critical processing infrastructure and boosting growth prospects.

Berkeley Energia reports promising lithium and rubidium mineralisation at its Conchas Project in Spain, while its subsidiary pursues a $1 billion arbitration claim against Spain over the Salamanca uranium project amid shifting nuclear policies.

Hamelin Gold Limited advances its Western Australia gold exploration with co-funded drilling programs at Fremlins South and Jazz prospects, while completing a significant $2.8 million capital raise to fuel further activity.

Summit Minerals appoints Dr Matthew Cobb as CEO, suspends drilling at Barra Lithium, and pivots to prioritize wholly owned Brazilian projects with drilling permits nearing approval.

Haranga Resources has acquired the Lincoln Gold Project in California, boasting historic production of ~3.4 million ounces and a current indicated and inferred resource of 286,000 ounces. Concurrently, the company advances uranium exploration in Senegal and completes a $1.14 million capital raise.

Encounter Resources Limited has unveiled an ambitious 2025 exploration and development program across its Australian critical minerals projects, supported by significant government co-funding and a strong cash position.