Latest Environmental Authority News

Native Mineral Resources has reported impressive shallow high-grade gold intercepts at its Podosky deposit, reinforcing plans to commence mining by April 2026. The results bolster confidence in the deposit’s open-pit potential and support ongoing development at the Ravenswood Gold Project.

QPM Energy has secured essential development and environmental approvals for its Isaac Power Station, paving the way for construction to begin pending final financing. The project aligns with Queensland’s ambitious energy transition goals.

Sunshine Metals has released a comprehensive scoping study for its Liontown Gold Operation in North Queensland, outlining a promising initial production target of approximately 75,000 ounces of gold and 654,000 ounces of silver. The study highlights strong financial metrics and a pathway to production by late 2026, with further resource updates expected.

Coronado Global Resources has resumed operations at its Mammoth Underground Mine following a fatal accident, while grappling with losses at its U.S. Logan Complex. The company anticipates improved coal pricing and production in the coming quarters.

Tungsten Mining NL has launched a Project Economic Evaluation to explore accelerated development of its Watershed Project, leveraging existing approvals to potentially fast-track production in a tightening tungsten market.

Native Mineral Resources reported steady gold production at its Blackjack operations, completed key plant upgrades, and progressed joint ventures, supported by a $3 million convertible note raise.

Kingsrose Mining’s December quarter report reveals steady progress in its Finnmark exploration alliance and a significant permitting hurdle at its Penikat project in Finland. The company maintains a solid cash position as it plans for 2026 drilling campaigns.

Brazilian Critical Minerals has reported significant progress at its Ema rare earths project, producing a high-grade rare earth carbonate rich in critical magnet metals and advancing key drilling, permitting, and feasibility milestones.

VRX Silica Limited has locked in six binding offtake contracts totaling nearly 1 million tonnes per annum and appointed a new CEO, marking significant progress for its Arrowsmith North silica sand project.

Revolver Resources has unveiled a compelling recommencement study for its Dianne Copper Mine in Queensland, forecasting over $125 million in pre-tax free cashflow from a four-year operation producing 14,330 tonnes of high-grade copper cathode.

Comet Ridge Limited has obtained federal environmental approval for its Mahalo North natural gas project, paving the way for expanded development in Queensland’s Bowen Basin. This milestone complements recent ownership consolidation and state approvals, positioning the company to boost east coast gas supply.

Native Mineral Resources has secured the Estimated Rehabilitation Cost decision, unlocking mining activities at the Podosky site with drilling set for January 2026 and ore processing targeted by late February.