Latest Exploration And Development News

Metal Bank reports exceptional gold recovery results from its Seven Leaders Prospect near Kalgoorlie, highlighting a 72.5% gravity recovery and over 99% leaching efficiency, underpinning its near-term production ambitions.

Neometals has upgraded the Ironclad gold deposit resource at its Barrambie Project to 15,000 ounces, with a significant portion now classified as Indicated, underpinning plans for near-term development.

Pantoro Gold has reported a robust first half of FY2026 with record EBITDA and cash flow, while revising full-year production guidance due to weather and operational transitions. The appointment of Redpath as sole underground contractor signals a strategic move to streamline operations and support future growth.

Avenira Limited has obtained a $5 million unsecured loan to fund key mining projects and maintain working capital while awaiting a strategic investment approval.

Vital Metals has reported exceptional rare earth element assay results at its Nechalacho project, revealing record grades and identifying six new exploration targets beyond the current resource. A 1000m drilling program is underway, supporting the project's district-scale potential.

The South Australian Court of Appeal has overturned a 2023 government proclamation, returning the Bird in Hand Gold deposit to Terramin’s exploration licence and reshaping the company’s exploration prospects.

Pan African Resources has agreed to acquire Emmerson Resources via a scheme of arrangement valued at approximately A$311 million, offering Emmerson shareholders a 36.4% premium. The deal aligns interests in the Tennant Creek Joint Venture and provides exposure to a larger gold producer.

Grand Gulf Energy reports solid oil production revenue from its Louisiana assets and advances its helium project amid rising commodity prices, positioning itself for growth in energy and critical minerals.

Nordic Resources has reported final assay results from its 2025 drilling program at the Kopsa gold-copper project, revealing significant extensions of mineralisation beyond current resource boundaries. The company plans further drilling and an updated resource estimate in 2026.

Tivan Limited has committed up to $1 million over four years to support Indigenous communities through a partnership with the Central Land Council, reinforcing its responsible mining approach in Central Australia.

Aurum Resources reports multiple broad, shallow, high-grade gold intercepts from its 30,000m drilling program at the Napié Gold Project in Côte d’Ivoire, underpinning an imminent resource update and growth strategy. The company’s dual-asset approach and strong balance sheet position it for a pivotal transition from explorer to developer in 2026.

Xenora Minerals announces the resignation of Managing Director Will Dix effective 31 March 2026, with the board initiating a search for his replacement as part of governance renewal.