Latest Exploration Drilling News

Turaco Gold’s latest drilling results at the Afema Project reveal promising high-grade gold mineralisation at the Adiopan prospect and resource extensions at Asupiri and Anuiri, signaling potential growth beyond the current 3.55Moz resource estimate.

Western Mines Group has announced a landmark nickel sulphide discovery at its Mulga Tank project in Western Australia, revealing a globally significant resource of 5.3 million tonnes of contained nickel. Extensive drilling confirms a large-scale, high-potential nickel system that could reshape Australia’s position in the global nickel market.

EMU NL has advanced its Yataga Copper Project to drill-ready status with a maiden drilling campaign planned, while assessing monetization options for its Badja Gold Project amid ongoing corporate governance and privacy issues.

Matsa Resources has commenced mining at its Devon Pit Gold Mine with first ore processing slated for September 2025, while also receiving a significant $5.7 million deposit from AngloGold Ashanti under a $101 million tenement option agreement.

Classic Minerals Limited has secured strategic tenements adjoining its Forrestania Gold Project and appointed a drilling contractor under a novel drill-for-equity agreement, while navigating ongoing legal disputes and ASX suspension.

Tartana Minerals progresses its Tartana-MGMF copper processing venture with key milestones achieved, steady copper sulphate production, and new financing secured from directors.

Whitebark Energy is progressing plans to drill the Rickerscote prospect in South Australia's Officer Basin, targeting hydrogen, helium, and hydrocarbons, while appointing a seasoned COO to lead growth.

Vertex Minerals has made significant strides at its Reward Gold Mine, commencing gravity plant operations and preparing for underground mining with first high-grade ore expected in Q3 2025. The company also secured firm commitments for an A$11 million capital raise to support its development plans.

Cannindah Resources has completed its initial 2025 drilling program at Mt Cannindah, revealing promising extensions to its copper-gold breccia resource and identifying new porphyry targets that could significantly increase the project’s scale.

Pilot Energy reports significant progress in transitioning the Cliff Head Oil Field to a carbon storage facility, alongside a major upgrade in WA-481P gas and oil prospective resources and a $6.8 million capital raise.

Tasman Resources progresses exploration at Lake Torrens and Parkinson Dam projects while managing capital through a recent entitlement offer and loan repayments.

AuMEGA Metals has completed a significant diamond drilling program at its Cape Ray Project and expanded its exploration footprint at Bunker Hill, while appointing experienced leaders to drive growth.