Latest Exploration And Resources News

Rokeby Resources (ASX:RKB) has completed its acquisition of the Omeo Gold Project, gaining full ownership of a historically rich gold asset in Victoria. The company has already commenced a diamond drilling program at the high-grade Sunnyside deposit, aiming to upgrade and expand the resource.

MGX Resources is accelerating development at its Central Tanami gold project with underground exploration and resource drilling, while monetising Koolan Island through a $20.2 million sale plus future revenue share, bolstering its cash reserves.

Cyprium Metals is on the cusp of restarting copper cathode production at its Nifty Copper Complex, targeting the September quarter 2026 for first output as key infrastructure nears completion. Meanwhile, the company advances growth strategies including a potential SXEW plant capacity expansion and exploration of oxide ores.

Cobre Limited has secured A$72.4 million of a planned A$90 million placement, reinforcing its balance sheet and funding key expansions at the Sierra Atacama copper project.

EQ Resources has appointed Dr Mark Lindsay as General Manager Discovery and Growth, aiming to accelerate exploration and resource expansion at its Australian and Spanish tungsten projects.

Alara Resources has launched a pro-rata non-renounceable entitlement offer to raise approximately AUD 3.84 million, aiming to support ongoing exploration at its Oman copper projects and general working capital.

Rox Resources has delivered strong drilling results at its Youanmi Gold Mine, confirming promising underground grades and new exploration targets that could extend mine life beyond current plans.

LCL Resources has been granted the Kau Creek Exploration Licence in Papua New Guinea, consolidating its tenure over a significant mineralised corridor with historic high-grade gold and silver results. The milestone triggers a A$200,000 payment from Rio Tinto under their farm-in agreement, setting the stage for expanded exploration.

EQ Resources reported FY26 tungsten production of 1,189 tonnes WO3 and is advancing major expansion projects at its Mt Carbine and Barruecopardo mines to more than triple output amid tightening global supply.

Genesis Minerals and Vault Minerals have agreed to merge, creating a top-3 Australian gold producer with a pro-forma market cap of about A$12.66 billion and annual production of 600-700koz.

Miramar Resources has received a A$238,456 refundable R&D tax offset for FY2025, supporting innovative exploration techniques at its Whaleshark and Bangemall projects. This non-dilutive funding strengthens the company’s cash position ahead of planned drilling and surveys.

Manuka Resources has lifted the Wonawinta Silver Mine's Ore Reserve by 28%, underpinning its imminent restart of silver and gold production with upgraded plant facilities and contracted mining operations.