Latest Exploration And Evaluation News

Solara Minerals has completed the first stage of drilling at its promising Degrussa West gold-copper project, with assay results expected soon. The company also secured a $180,000 government grant to support further exploration across its Bryah Basin portfolio.

Reach Resources has completed a significant drilling program at its Murchison South Gold Project and secured two new mining leases, setting the stage for enhanced resource confidence and potential open-pit development.

Beetaloo Energy Australia Limited reported a solid cash position of $17.96 million at the end of December 2025, supported by $6.8 million in unused financing facilities. The company’s liquidity covers approximately 2.6 quarters of current cash outflows, positioning it well as it awaits the activation of a new $30 million infrastructure facility.

Viking Mines has entered a binding agreement to acquire six high-grade tungsten projects in Nevada, backed by a strategic investment from American Tungsten Corp and a $4.29 million capital raise. The acquisition marks a significant expansion into the critical US tungsten market amid rising global demand.

Blue Energy Limited reports steady progress on its Sapphire gas project and awaits key government decisions on additional resource areas, positioning itself strongly in Queensland's evolving energy landscape.

Sultan Resources has intensified exploration across its Lachlan Fold Belt tenements in NSW, focusing on promising gold-copper porphyry targets while securing $1.1 million to fund upcoming work.

88 Energy Limited has significantly expanded its Alaskan North Slope acreage and progressed its farm-out strategy despite regulatory delays, while maintaining a solid cash position to support ongoing exploration.

Jade Gas Holdings reported continuous gas production from two wells at its Red Lake coal bed methane project in Mongolia during Q4 2025, confirming commercial viability with exceptionally high methane purity. The company also secured a $70 million non-binding LOI and appointed a new CEO to drive development.

Taiton Resources has completed drilling at its Challenger West project and is preparing to drill at the Highway project's Yogi prospect, backed by a $2 million capital raise and a key board appointment.

Orion Minerals reported a December 2025 quarter marked by significant cash outflows offset by fresh financing, including a major convertible loan and ongoing talks with Glencore for substantial project funding.

Black Bear Minerals has completed its acquisition of the Shafter Silver Project in Texas, revealing exceptional surface sampling results and commencing maiden drilling. Meanwhile, its Independence Gold Project in Nevada reports outstanding gold recoveries, underpinning a strong growth outlook.

Eclipse Metals has completed significant diamond drilling at its Greenland rare earth projects, upgraded its resource estimate, and secured US government advisory support while pursuing a NASDAQ listing to boost global investor access.