Latest Exploration Drilling News

Ausgold Limited has acquired 240 hectares of key land, removing a major hurdle for its Katanning Gold Project and enabling expanded resource development and operational improvements.

Ora Banda Mining Ltd reported a record September quarter with a 39% surge in gold production and a 37% rise in gold sales, underpinned by strong operational performance and exploration success.

Manuka Resources has raised A$15 million to accelerate production at its Wonawinta Silver Mine and fund exploration drilling at Mt Boppy and Pipeline Ridge in New South Wales.

Tasman Resources has raised $2 million through a two-tranche placement to fund a promising drilling campaign at Parkinson Dam and broaden its project portfolio, alongside appointing a new director to steer its strategic ambitions.

Aurelia Metals has kicked off FY26 with robust production and cost management, driven by the ahead-of-schedule ramp-up at its Federation mine and promising progress at Great Cobar.

Aurelia Metals reports a 12% increase in Mineral Resources and a 17% rise in Ore Reserves, driven by strong copper growth at its Peak Operation and the commencement of production at Federation Mine.

West Cobar Metals has revealed that previous assays underestimated antimony grades at its Bulla Park deposit, with re-analysis showing an average 14% increase. This discovery could enhance the project's economics and resource potential.

Chalice Mining is progressing its Gonneville Project Pre-Feasibility Study on schedule for November 2025 completion, fully funded and targeting a Final Investment Decision by late 2027 as palladium prices hit a two-year high.

Jindalee Lithium has successfully raised $8 million through a private placement, complemented by a $1 million Share Purchase Plan, to advance its McDermitt Lithium Project and a strategic US SPAC transaction.

Aurora Energy Metals reports strong metallurgical results and progress toward Eagle Energy Metals’ Nasdaq listing, advancing the Aurora Uranium Project’s development.

Kaiser Reef Limited has achieved a 33% increase in processing capacity at its Henty Gold Mine, with ongoing ramp-up activities and exploration efforts aiming to extend mine life and reduce costs.

Horizon Gold advances its Gum Creek project with significant gold intercepts from water bore drilling and launches an AI-powered exploration platform, while maintaining its feasibility study timeline and securing $12 million in fresh capital.