Latest Environmental Approvals News

Carnavale Resources has completed critical drilling programs at its Kookynie Gold Project, pushing the Bankable Feasibility Study (BFS) forward and targeting a shovel-ready status by Q3 2026. The work upgrades resource confidence and supports detailed metallurgical and geotechnical studies.

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.

Maronan Metals has been granted a Mineral Development Licence for its Maronan Silver Project, marking a pivotal step toward mine readiness and enabling underground resource expansion.

PC Gold has extended the Main Zone strike at its Spring Hill Gold Project by 80 metres south, revealing high-grade gold mineralisation within the existing open pit footprint. This discovery could significantly enhance the project’s resource base and economics as drilling continues.

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.

Challenger Gold has initiated ore haulage from its Hualilán Mine to the Casposo Plant, marking a pivotal step in its toll milling strategy aimed at near-term production and cash flow. The company also reports robust resource and reserve updates alongside key infrastructure advancements.

Metals X Limited reported a robust 2025 financial year with revenue up 30% to $285 million, driven by higher tin prices despite a slight dip in production. The company is advancing its key growth project, Rentails, targeting a final investment decision in late 2026.

Toubani Resources has obtained the crucial environmental permit for its Kobada Gold Project, clearing the way for construction and initiating resettlement activities as planned.

Vital Metals has reported exceptional surface assay results from its Nechalacho Rare Earths and Niobium Project in Canada, revealing ultra-high-grade mineralisation beyond its flagship Tardiff deposit. These findings underpin an aggressive resource expansion strategy ahead of a 2027 Pre-Feasibility Study.

Greatland Resources posted a robust half-year profit of $342.9 million, driven by full ownership of the Telfer mine and a strong operational ramp-up. The Havieron feasibility study confirms a world-class gold-copper project, setting the stage for future growth.

Norfolk Metals has confirmed the US$250,000 option payment for the Carmen Copper Project in Chile and completed the environmental impact report, setting the stage for further exploration and eventual ownership consolidation.

Paladin Energy has achieved a significant regulatory milestone with formal environmental approval for its Patterson Lake South uranium project in Saskatchewan, Canada, paving the way for construction licensing.