Latest Environmental And Regulatory News

Emu NL has announced a pro-rata non-renounceable rights issue aiming to raise approximately $3.67 million, offering new shares with free attaching options to eligible shareholders. The capital raise will primarily fund exploration activities at its Queensland projects and strengthen working capital.

Manuka Resources has released an amended Pre-Feasibility Study for its Cobar Basin assets, revealing a significant uplift in project profitability and a detailed 10-year mine plan targeting production in Q2 2026.

Juno Minerals has completed its initial drilling program at the Mount Ida gold prospect, revealing significant gold intercepts that confirm mineralisation continuity and highlight potential for further exploration.

Core Lithium has taken the final investment decision to restart its Finniss Lithium Project, backed by a $307 million diversified funding package and strategic partnerships. The project targets a 20-year mine life with low operating costs and significant growth potential.

CuFe Ltd has significantly upgraded the Orlando Copper-Gold Deposit resource classification at Tennant Creek, boosting Indicated tonnes to 87% and enabling underground mining studies. This milestone enhances the project’s economic outlook with critical minerals now factored into upcoming development plans.

Prodigy Gold has updated its Hyperion Gold deposit resource, boosting indicated ounces by 70% to 212,000 ounces and increasing the total resource to 454,000 ounces. This reflects successful 2025 drilling and improved confidence ahead of a planned scoping study.

Charger Metals has completed over 3,000 metres of drilling at its Lake Johnston project, targeting extensions to both its lithium resource and a promising high-grade gold discovery, with assay results pending.

QPM Energy Limited has announced a substantial upgrade to its Moranbah Gas Project reserves and resources, now certified at over 1,000 petajoules, positioning the company as a key player in Queensland’s evolving gas and electricity markets.

ADX Energy has released an updated assessment of its Welchau well in Austria, revealing a significant increase in prospective gas-condensate and light oil resources. The 2024 drilling results highlight promising reservoir conditions and pave the way for further appraisal.

Sunrise Energy Metals has completed a feasibility study for its Syerston Scandium Project, revealing a low-cost, long-life operation poised to supply critical scandium amid tightening Chinese export controls. The project targets production by mid-2028 with strong government backing and a growing global market.

Astron Limited has released updated Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve estimates for its Donald Project, highlighting increased production forecasts for critical heavy rare earth elements. The project remains shovel ready, backed by comprehensive feasibility studies and regulatory approvals.

Caravel Minerals confirms its Definitive Feasibility Study for the Caravel Copper Project remains on track for mid-2026, while regulatory water investigations push the Final Investment Decision to late 2027. Meanwhile, strategic talks with Adani advance steadily.