Latest Exploration Drilling News

Encounter Resources has raised A$25 million through an institutional placement to fast-track its Aileron niobium-REE project and expand copper exploration across Western Australia and the Northern Territory.

Norwest Minerals advances its Bulgera Gold Project with successful deep drilling and promising heap leach economics, while preparing to test historic gold targets at Marymia East and expanding base metals exploration at Arunta West.

Savannah Goldfields has restarted exploration drilling at its Georgetown Gold Project, targeting resource upgrades at Electric Light and Red Dam prospects. The company aims to extend known gold mineralisation and enhance metallurgical understanding.

Emerald Resources NL reports steady gold output at its Okvau Gold Mine alongside significant resource upgrades at its Dingo Range and Memot projects, underpinning a robust growth trajectory.

Pacgold has secured the White Dam Gold Operation, unlocking a pathway to near-term production and cash flow, while advancing exploration at Alice River and St George projects backed by a $13 million capital raise.

Kingston Resources reported a 10% revenue increase to $15.8 million in Q1 FY26, driven by higher gold and silver output and successful flotation plant commissioning. Underground mining preparations are advancing, setting the stage for a production ramp-up.

Codrus Minerals has completed its inaugural drilling campaign at the Bull Run Gold Project with promising assay results, while advancing uranium exploration in Canada and managing a cautious cash position.

Mineral Resources Limited reported a record quarter with Onslow Iron reaching full capacity and lithium prices surging 31%, while maintaining FY26 guidance and strengthening its Board.

Image Resources NL reported a strong third quarter in 2025 with significant increases in heavy mineral concentrate production and sales at its Atlas project, despite challenging weather and port delays. However, the company has trimmed its shipment guidance for the year due to weaker market conditions and logistical issues.

Deep Yellow Limited has reported promising uranium mineralisation results from its recent drilling campaign at the Tinkas prospect in Namibia, adjacent to its flagship Tumas Project. The findings reveal thick mineralised zones that could enhance the company’s resource base.

Carnarvon Energy has made a significant A$86 million investment in Strike Energy, becoming its largest shareholder and gaining exposure to Western Australia’s growing gas market, while deferring Bedout drilling to early 2027 due to rig shortages.

St Barbara Limited reports steady progress on its Simberi Expansion Project in Papua New Guinea and Atlantic Gold Projects in Canada, despite production challenges and pending regulatory decisions. A recent A$58 million capital raise strengthens its financial position for growth.