Latest Economic Impact News

Cleo Diagnostics has laid out a clear U.S. reimbursement pathway for its ovarian cancer test, leveraging an existing CPT code to enable early market entry and data collection ahead of FDA clearance.

Galileo Mining’s latest diamond drilling at Norseman reveals a newly identified ultramafic sill with 109 metres of PGM mineralisation, reinforcing the project’s potential for multiple stacked intrusive systems along extensive strike lengths.

Delta Lithium reveals a significant new fluorite discovery with assays exceeding 86% CaF2 at Yinnetharra, alongside ongoing high-grade lithium drilling and metallurgical progress at Mt Ida.

Santana Minerals has won New Zealand government approval to buy 3,680 hectares critical to its Bendigo-Ophir gold mine, paving the way for a NZ$500 million investment and 350 jobs.

Ark Mines has intercepted low-grade gold in its Sandy Mitchell Rare Earths Project, revealing potential value-add from gold credits alongside rare earths. Further assays and development studies are underway.

Victory Metals finalises metallurgical testwork revealing major CAPEX and OPEX savings for its North Stanmore heavy rare earth project, with the PFS on track for Q2 2026.

PMET Resources has produced 4.47 tonnes of 6.09% Li2O spodumene concentrate at 89% recovery from its CV5 Pegmatite using an innovative DMS pilot program, bolstering its lithium project development and upcoming feasibility updates.

NH3 Clean Energy’s WAH2 project is projected to deliver substantial economic and environmental benefits, including a $7.3 billion GDP uplift and 13.5 million tonnes of CO2 emissions avoided, underpinning its push for government-backed concessional financing.

Macro Metals’ subsidiary Macro Mining Services has landed an exclusive 36-month mining services contract with Metal Logic, supporting the rollout of innovative modular smelting technology in the East Pilbara. The first work package at Poondano Mine is set to start mid-2026, promising regional economic and Indigenous engagement benefits.

Rox Resources reports strong underground progress and high-grade gold intercepts at Youanmi, reinforcing confidence in hitting production targets on schedule.

Rua Gold has lodged a Fast-Track Referral application for its Auld Creek gold and antimony project in New Zealand's Reefton Goldfield, aiming to speed up permitting and development under new government legislation.

St Barbara has secured key environmental approvals to restart its Touquoy gold processing facility in Nova Scotia, targeting ore processing by the end of 2026. The project aims to produce 38,000 ounces of gold over 13 months, generating significant cash flow and local economic benefits.