Latest Exploration And Development News

Lunnon Metals Limited has showcased significant progress in its gold and nickel exploration projects, highlighting strong drilling results and development plans for the Lady Herial gold deposit and Baker-Foster nickel resources.

Mindax Limited has secured $7.75 million through a share placement and acquired strategic stakes in Doublebell Resource Wealth and Cashmere Iron, advancing its vision to develop the Mid-West region into a major iron ore hub.

Variscan Mines Limited reported standout high-grade zinc and lead drill results from its Novales-Udias Project in northern Spain, alongside strong governmental support that bolsters its mine restart ambitions.

Pioneer Lithium Ltd has bolstered its uranium portfolio with acquisitions in Colorado and Namibia, confirmed significant mineralisation, and secured $1.62 million to fund exploration under new CEO Michael Beven.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has announced a landmark 140% increase in its Colossus Project's rare earth resource, now the largest and highest-grade ionic adsorption clay deposit worldwide. A recent Scoping Study confirms the project's exceptional economics and low-cost profile, positioning it as a global leader in rare earth production.

State Gas Limited advances its Rolleston West Project with successful drilling of two vertical wells confirming coal and gas continuity, aiming to establish a maiden 2P reserve. Concurrently, the company expands its high density natural gas supply, targeting significant revenue growth through a six-truck dual fuel trial.

Metgasco Limited reported a modest quarterly profit supported by steady gas production from its Odin and Vali fields, while approving a production uplift program to boost future output. Despite challenges including flooding delays and lower LPG sales, the company secured a six-year licence renewal, positioning it for growth in the Cooper Basin.

Athena Resources has kicked off a new drilling program at its Byro South Prospect and progressed metallurgical testing, alongside a successful $2.67 million capital raise and a key leadership appointment.

Enova Mining reports significant high-grade titanium discoveries at its CODA North and Central projects in Brazil, supported by a $1.5 million placement to accelerate exploration and development.

Corella Resources has successfully completed a fully underwritten rights issue raising $935,487, positioning the company to advance exploration at its Tampu Project and consider new opportunities.

Cokal Limited advanced its Indonesian metallurgical coal projects in Q1 2025 with key financing secured by joint venture partner PT Petrindo, completion of critical infrastructure, and a strategic US$7 million prepayment facility. These developments underpin Cokal’s strategy to ramp up production while reducing costs amid challenging market conditions.

DMC Mining progresses its strategic acquisition of the Firawa and Labé uranium projects in Guinea, despite ongoing delays in exploration licence grants. The company extends its capital raising timetable while navigating ASX suspension and financial constraints.