Latest Exploration Activities News

Origin Energy reported a solid FY25 with strong Energy Markets performance, robust LNG trading gains, and rapid customer growth at Octopus Energy, while declaring a fully franked 60 cent dividend for the year.

Albion Resources has completed the sale of its Mongers Lake Project to Capricorn Metals for A$1.5 million, combining cash and shares, while positioning itself to accelerate exploration at its promising Yandal West Gold Project.

Waratah Minerals has raised A$30 million through a strategic placement to accelerate drilling at its Spur Gold-Copper Project, backed by strong institutional demand.

Dart Mining NL has raised A$2.86 million through a discounted share placement to fund drilling at its key Queensland projects, with shareholder approval pending for the bulk of the capital raise and related options.

Bayan Mining and Minerals Limited has responded to ASX queries about recent unusual trading activity, confirming no undisclosed material information. The company attributes the price and volume surge to market speculation and news from nearby projects in the rare earth elements sector.

Marvel Gold Limited has secured all Tanzanian government approvals to complete its acquisition of Cobra Resources and is set to begin exploration at the Hanang Gold Project, a promising site in Tanzania's Iramba-Sekenke Greenstone Belt.

Narryer Metals has formalised a joint venture with Petratherm Limited after the latter met its earn-in commitments, aiming to accelerate exploration at the promising Muckanippie Project in South Australia.

Thor Energy has completed the sale of a 75% stake in its US uranium and vanadium projects to Metals One PLC, receiving £1 million in shares and a cash exclusivity payment. This deal allows Thor to focus on its hydrogen and helium ambitions while Metals One takes operational control.

Rapid Critical Metals has secured a major exploration licence in New South Wales, expanding its landholding 26-fold and strengthening its position in a prolific silver district. This move connects its Webbs Silver Project with Lode Resources’ assets, setting the stage for new discoveries.

Silver Mines Limited has launched a $3 million Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders in Australia and New Zealand the chance to buy shares at a 16.3% discount. The offer, which opened on 13 August 2025, supports key development and exploration projects.

First Au Limited has successfully completed a two-tranche placement raising $1.56 million to fund its acquisition of the Nimba Gold Project and ongoing exploration activities.

Fortescue has approved a $3 million exploration budget for Strategic Energy Resources’ Canobie Project, setting the stage for a significant diamond drilling campaign targeting copper-gold mineralisation in northwest Queensland.