Latest Exploration And Growth News

First Au Limited has successfully raised $5.6 million in a placement to fund exploration at its Gimlet Gold Project and expand its Western Australian gold strategy.

Ora Banda Mining’s Phase 1 drilling at Round Dam reveals a significant gold mineralisation system with multiple high-grade shoots, indicating strong potential for large-scale surface mining near existing infrastructure.

CL8 Holdings has sharply reduced expenses following office closure and is actively exploring new growth sectors including AI, B2B SaaS, EdTech, and Cybersecurity while maintaining its stake in the expanding car subscription market.

Austral Gold Limited has restarted commercial production at its Casposo mine, driving a 170% surge in quarterly sales revenue to US$23.8 million and strengthening its financial position with reduced debt and increased cash reserves.

North Stawell Minerals has reported promising diamond drilling results at its Darlington Prospect, reinforcing its status as a key target within the Stawell Mineralised Corridor. The company also secured $900,000 in new funding to support its 2026 exploration plans.

Ragnar Metals has confirmed impressive high-grade gold assays at its Harnäs Gold Project in Sweden, paving the way for maiden diamond drilling in early 2026. Strategic investments in Australian gold producers further bolster its diversified portfolio amid record gold prices.

Core Energy Minerals has expanded its rare earth element portfolio with the acquisition of the Itambe Project from Rio Tinto and reported promising exploration results at its Tunas Project in Brazil, supported by a $2.75 million capital raise.

FireFly Metals has significantly expanded its Green Bay Copper-Gold Project resource by 51%, backed by a substantial A$149 million equity raise, positioning the company for accelerated development and economic studies.

Miramar Resources has secured an additional $1.1 million in investor commitments for its Tranche 2 placement, signalling sustained market confidence ahead of a shareholder vote in March 2026.

Geopacific Resources advances its Woodlark Gold Project with strong drilling results and steady progress on its Definitive Feasibility Study, positioning the project for development readiness.

Aeris Resources delivered steady copper and gold output in Q2 FY26, achieving a debt-free balance sheet and a robust cash position. Exploration drilling at Tritton signals promising resource extensions.

Emerald Resources NL has announced a significant update to its Dingo Range Gold Project in Western Australia, increasing its mineral resource to 1.41 million ounces of gold and securing full mining permits ahead of planned development in 2026.