Latest Exploration And Growth News

MinRex Resources Limited and Electrum Discovery Corp. have agreed to merge, creating a well-capitalised gold-copper exploration company with advanced projects in Serbia and Australia. The combined entity aims to accelerate resource growth and exploration across two Tier-1 jurisdictions.

Andean Silver Limited has doubled its Share Purchase Plan to A$6 million following overwhelming shareholder demand, raising total funds of A$36 million to accelerate exploration at its Cerro Bayo Silver-Gold Project.

Battery Age Minerals announces the upcoming departure of CEO Nigel Broomham, with a formal search underway for his successor as the company continues its growth trajectory.

Aguia Resources has implemented strategic operational changes at its Santa Barbara Gold Project in Colombia, achieving a 70% gold recovery rate in December and targeting over 80% in early 2026.

Gold Mountain Limited has completed the acquisition of Mars Mines’ 25% stake in its Brazil Joint Venture, gaining full ownership and strategic control. This move simplifies the corporate structure and positions the company to accelerate exploration and development in Brazil.

Ballard Mining has completed an 86,000m infill drilling program at its Baldock gold deposit, delivering strong assay results that support upgrading resources and targeting a maiden Ore Reserve by mid-2026.

Alicanto Minerals has acquired the Mt Henry Gold Project in Western Australia, adding a 0.9 million ounce gold resource and launching a $28 million placement to fund an aggressive 50,000m drilling campaign.

Legacy Iron Ore has ceased mining operations at Mt Celia, marking the end of Phase I, while advancing heap leach studies and exploring a Carbon-in-Leach plant to drive future growth.

Skylark Minerals has completed its acquisition of Ricca Resources’ Côte d’Ivoire gold assets, unlocking a substantial resource base and enabling accelerated exploration plans for early 2026.

New Murchison Gold Limited has released its 2025 Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves update for the Crown Prince Gold Mine, reflecting initial mining depletion and confirming the project’s economic viability. The company is now focusing on underground potential and near-mine exploration.

Peregrine Gold Limited has expanded its Rocklea Gold Project footprint in Western Australia's Pilbara region through the acquisition of a promising new tenement application, setting the stage for intensified exploration in 2026.

QuickFee Limited has completed a $28.5 million capital return following the sale of its US Pay Now and Connect businesses, while updating its dividend policy to target regular shareholder cash distributions starting in FY26.