Latest Exploration And Growth News

Iceni Gold’s initial RC drilling at Goose Well confirms historic gold mineralisation and reveals a major fault structure that could unlock broader potential. Diamond drilling is set to refine the geological picture and target high-grade shoots.

Great Northern Minerals Ltd has finalised the sale of its remaining minority interest in Golden Ant Mining Pty Ltd, receiving $1.9 million in cash and strengthening its liquidity to approximately $4.4 million. The company plans to deploy these funds towards ongoing exploration and potential acquisitions.

Recharge Metals Limited has completed the acquisition of the Sunset Well Gold Project in Western Australia's Leonora district, securing a near-surface inferred gold resource of 94,500 ounces. The company raised approximately A$5.97 million through a placement and rights issue, bolstering its funding and leadership team to advance exploration activities.

West African Resources forecasts a record 430,000 to 490,000 ounces of gold production in 2026, driven by full-year output from Kiaka and sustained performance at Sanbrado. The company plans significant drilling and capital investment to extend mine life and enhance growth.

Beacon Minerals has completed the sale of its MacPhersons Reward project to Forrestania Resources, receiving $5 million in cash and a substantial equity stake in Forrestania. This deal positions Beacon to sharpen its focus on core assets like the Lady Ida project while maintaining exposure to MacPhersons through its new shareholding.

Caspin Resources has raised $6 million through an oversubscribed equity placement to fast-track exploration at its Bygoo Tin Project, focusing on expanding resources at the Kelpie Deposit and regional targets.

AXP Energy has successfully raised A$800,000 through a share placement to fund development of its Oklahoma oil project and explore new growth opportunities.

Terrain Minerals has completed a significant 7,739-metre drilling campaign at its Smokebush Gold & Silver Project, with assay results for Lightning expected in March and Wildflower in April 2026. This milestone advances the company’s goal of delivering a maiden JORC Mineral Resource estimate by mid-year.

Atomic Eagle Limited reports a significant 24% increase in uranium resources at its Muntanga Project in Zambia following its maiden drilling campaign, setting the stage for an ambitious exploration program in 2026.

Nagambie Resources has opened a discounted Share Purchase Plan aiming to raise $3.7 million to support diamond drilling at its Whroo Mines project and bolster working capital, following a strategic joint venture announcement with Alkane Resources.

Freehill Mining Limited has secured options to acquire a portfolio of promising copper-gold projects in Chile, including a JORC-compliant resource at Blanco y Negro and extensive exploration potential at Joshua and Samuel. The deal features low upfront payments and milestone-based future costs, aligning with Freehill’s growth strategy supported by its cash-generating aggregates business.

Channel Infrastructure reported steady FY25 financials with record throughput and key project progress, while raising dividends and expanding into Australia via a strategic pipeline stake.