Latest Exploration Permits News

IRIS Metals has expanded its footprint in the Black Hills of South Dakota by acquiring the Bob Ingersoll Mine and surrounding mineral claims, positioning itself for near-term lithium production with drilling planned for late 2025.

Pacgold Limited has initiated its first-ever drilling campaign at the White Lion prospect within the Alice River Gold Project, targeting robust geophysical anomalies that could signal significant gold mineralisation.

Critical Resources has acquired 90% of the Rock and Pillar prospecting permit, consolidating a strategic 10km strike along the prospective Cap Burn Fault in New Zealand ahead of a planned drill program.

Critical Resources Limited has completed due diligence on the Cap Burn Gold-Antimony project in New Zealand and is moving forward with acquisition and exploration plans, aiming to start drilling by October or November 2025.

Austral Resources Australia Ltd has launched a $40 million placement at 5 cents per share to fund the acquisition and recommissioning of the Rocklands copper project in Queensland. The offer includes share and option issues tied to debt conversions and is conditional on shareholder approval and ASX reinstatement.

Castle Minerals has initiated a focused auger drilling campaign at its Kandia Gold Project in Ghana, aiming to extend known mineralised zones and explore new targets identified through advanced aeromagnetic data. The company also plans a similar campaign at Kpali and is pursuing a strategic acquisition in Côte d’Ivoire to broaden its West African footprint.

Tamboran Resources has secured a pioneering approval from the Northern Territory Government to sell appraisal gas from its Beetaloo Basin exploration permits, marking a significant step toward local energy supply and revenue generation.

Aurum Resources has inked a deal to acquire a significant stake in Major Star Plus Sarl, expanding its gold exploration footprint around its flagship Boundiali and Napié projects in Côte d'Ivoire. The staged earn-in agreement offers Aurum up to 87% interest in key permits, setting the stage for accelerated exploration and potential resource growth.

MEC Resources Ltd has reported a net profit of $207,490 for the 2025 financial year, reversing prior losses, while advancing a significant legal challenge through its investee Advent Energy Ltd and raising $2.6 million via an entitlement offer.

Magnum Mining & Exploration has initiated leach testing on high-grade samples from its Palmares Rare Earth Element Project in Brazil, aiming to validate recovery rates ahead of planned drilling. Results expected by September will guide the next phase of exploration across its extensive REE portfolio.

Echelon Resources reports a robust 34% revenue increase and 26% production growth for FY2025, driven by expanded stakes and drilling success at the Mereenie field. The company balances strong cash flow with strategic reinvestment and a modest dividend.

BPH Energy Limited reported a 49% increase in net profit for FY2025, driven by gains in its energy and biotech investments, while facing a pivotal Federal Court hearing over the renewal of the PEP-11 offshore gas exploration permit.