Latest Environmental Approvals News

Tungsten Mining NL has reported a maiden inferred mineral resource at its Hatches Creek Project, revealing significant tungsten and copper grades that underpin its ambitions to become a key critical minerals producer.

Empire Energy Group has launched a $28 million equity raise to fund critical development activities at its Beetaloo Basin shale gas project, aiming for first gas sales in 2025. The capital will support fracture stimulation, flow testing, and installation of the Carpentaria Gas Plant.

Sipa Resources has initiated heritage surveys and lodged environmental approvals, setting the stage for its first gold drilling campaign in South Australia’s Gawler Craton.

Catalyst Metals has received the final environmental approval to begin mining at its Trident Gold Project, marking a key step in its plan to double production at the Plutonic Gold Belt.

Estrella Resources has upgraded four reconnaissance permits to exploration licenses in Timor-Leste, significantly enlarging its landholding and enabling advanced exploration activities targeting manganese and limestone deposits.

Carbine Resources has been granted a long-term mining lease for its Muchea Silica Sand Project, marking a significant step forward while awaiting further regulatory approvals.

Lake Resources has increased its Measured and Indicated lithium resource at the Kachi Project in Argentina to 8.2 million tonnes LCE, revealing higher-grade lithium zones and enhanced recovery technology. This update strengthens the project's economic outlook amid ongoing feasibility and environmental assessments.

MRG Metals has been granted the Linhuane Heavy Mineral Sands licence in Mozambique, revealing promising historical drilling results with high total heavy mineral grades. This licence enhances MRG’s portfolio and sets the stage for potential early development.

Core Lithium has doubled the Grants Ore Reserve by shifting to underground mining, lifting total Finniss Ore Reserves to 10.73 million tonnes at 1.29% lithium oxide. This update supports a robust 10-year mine plan with potential for extended operations.

MTM Critical Metals has locked in a pre-permitted industrial site in Texas, positioning itself to commission its innovative metal recovery plant by year-end 2025 and accelerate U.S. commercial expansion.

Black Rock Mining's subsidiary Faru Graphite Corporation has inked pivotal agreements with TANESCO to build a $40 million power line, connecting the Mahenge Graphite Project to Tanzania’s hydro-powered grid. This milestone enhances the project’s green credentials and de-risks its path to production.

Star Minerals has appointed ResourcesWA to manage the mine approval process for its Tumblegum South Gold Project, setting a clear path to commence mining by Q1 2026 amid strong gold prices.