Latest Exploration And Resource Development News

Tartana Minerals reports robust copper sulphate sales and completes a significant acquisition, positioning itself as a leading explorer and developer in Far North Queensland.

Locksley Resources reports standout assay results from its Mojave Project alongside strategic board appointments and a comprehensive review of its Tottenham Copper Project, setting the stage for accelerated exploration and resource development.

St Barbara has secured A$100 million to fast-track its Simberi Sulphides project, aiming to bring forward production by up to five months, even as Q2 gold output fell short of expectations due to operational challenges.

Focus Minerals Ltd. reported record ore processing at its Three Mile Hill plant and significant progress on the Bonnie Vale Underground Mine during the December 2024 quarter, supported by a solid cash position of $16.5 million.

Mako Gold Limited has agreed to a takeover by Aurum Resources, creating a stronger gold exploration entity in West Africa with over A$20 million in cash to accelerate development at key projects.

Buxton Resources reports robust drilling results at its Graphite Bull and Narryer projects, completes Stage 1 earn-in on Copper Wolf JV with IGO, and undertakes key board changes, positioning itself for an active 2025 exploration season.

Rand Mining Ltd reports strong December quarter drilling results at the Hornet deposit within the East Kundana Joint Venture, setting the stage for open pit mining in FY25. The exploration highlights high-grade gold mineralisation and outlines a clear path for resource updates and further discovery drilling.

Westgold Resources Limited achieved record gold production of 80,886 ounces in Q2 FY25, driving a robust net mine cash flow of $45 million and securing a $200 million corporate facility to fuel growth.

Gold Road Resources reports a 6% increase in attributable Mineral Resources to 4.81 million ounces and a 5% rise in Ore Reserves to 1.92 million ounces as of December 2024, driven by deeper open pit expansions and high-grade additions at Gilmour.

West African Resources delivered solid Q4 2024 gold production and maintained full-year guidance, while progressing the Kiaka project on schedule and budget. The company also earned national recognition for its community contributions in Burkina Faso.

Greenvale Energy has acquired a 100% interest in the advanced Oasis Uranium Project in Queensland, featuring historically confirmed high-grade uranium mineralisation. The company plans an aggressive 2025 exploration campaign to upgrade the project to JORC resource status.