Latest Exploration And Resources News

Benz Mining Corp. has raised A$75 million through a bought deal placement, significantly strengthening its cash reserves to nearly A$94 million. This capital injection will accelerate exploration and resource development at its Glenburgh and Mt Egerton Gold Projects in Western Australia.

Loyal Metals has secured and begun unlocking value from the Highway Reward Copper-Gold Mine, revealing substantial unmined mineralisation and advancing lithium projects in North America.

Ronin Resources has advanced its La Punilla gold-silver project in Argentina, securing an additional tenement and planning a significant exploration program including maiden drilling.

Ora Banda Mining has approved a $63.2 million investment to advance its growth projects, including a new 3Mtpa processing plant and the Waihi open pit mine, marking a significant step in expanding its Western Australian operations.

Capricorn Metals reported solid December quarter gold production at Karlawinda, advanced its Mt Gibson exploration and development, and completed the Warriedar acquisition, positioning itself for growth in FY26.

Krakatoa Resources has confirmed high-grade antimony and gold mineralisation at its Zopkhito Project in Georgia through its maiden drilling program, reinforcing historical estimates and setting the stage for a JORC-compliant resource.

Mineral Resources Limited has upgraded its lithium production guidance and reported record iron ore shipments in Q2 FY26, alongside a significant reduction in net debt and a strategic joint venture with POSCO Holdings.

QX Resources has confirmed high-grade uranium mineralisation at its Madaba project in Tanzania and commissioned a detailed airborne radiometric survey to refine drill targets. Meanwhile, gold and iron ore projects in Australia await further exploration.

Rand Mining Ltd reported a significant 96% increase in gold mined during the December 2025 quarter, driven by heightened activity at the Hornet open pit and strong processing through Evolution Mining’s Mungari plant. The company also posted improved cash flows amid ongoing exploration efforts.

Tribune Resources Ltd reported a 96% increase in gold mined at its East Kundana Joint Venture in the December 2025 quarter, alongside ongoing exploration progress in Ghana with assay results pending.

Future Metals NL has outlined strategic initiatives to enhance its flagship Panton PGM Project, leveraging rising platinum group metal prices and new processing opportunities. Key work programs and management appointments position the company for accelerated development in 2026.

Regener8 Resources has completed its first phase of Ultrafine™ soil sampling at the North Achilles project in NSW, revealing promising precious and base metal anomalies along major fault zones. The company is planning further sampling and geophysical surveys to advance towards drilling.