Latest Exploration Permitting News

Arrow Minerals has completed key scoping studies for its Niagara Bauxite and Simandou North Iron projects but has halted operations in Guinea due to unclear exploration permit status.

Constellation Resources has revealed compelling seismic and geochemical evidence indicating large-scale natural hydrogen potential in its Edmund-Collier project in Western Australia. The findings highlight promising organic-rich formations and fault structures that could underpin future hydrogen exploration.

Pilot Energy has issued $600,000 in convertible notes under a previously approved $1.8 million facility with Discovery Investments, correcting a minor contractual reference without altering terms.

Latitude 66 Limited has agreed to sell its 17.5% stake in the Greater Duchess Copper Gold Joint Venture for an upfront $2 million, with potential for additional contingent payments. The deal includes a $750,000 loan to support ongoing projects in Finland and Western Australia.

Pancontinental Energy’s latest technical update reveals promising hydrocarbon potential in the PEL 87 offshore Namibia project, supported by advanced seismic and basin modelling studies. These findings set the stage for revised resource estimates later this month.

Peak Minerals reports a significant expansion of heavy mineral zones at its Minta Rutile Project in Cameroon, with consistent rutile mineralisation confirmed across a vast 1,500 square kilometres. The company advances toward a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate in 2026, supported by promising alluvial and residual assay results.

Uvre Limited reports standout rock chip assays up to 18.4g/t gold from its pending acquisition of Otagold Ltd, setting the stage for a maiden drilling campaign at the Waitekauri project near OceanaGold’s Waihi mine.

Beetaloo Energy secures crucial consent from Traditional Owners for the sale of appraisal gas at its EP187 project, marking a key step forward in its Northern Territory operations.

Predictive Discovery’s Definitive Feasibility Study for the Bankan Gold Project confirms robust economics with a 12.2-year mine life producing 250,000 ounces annually and a post-tax NPV of US$1.6 billion. The study outlines a clear path to construction and production in Guinea, backed by strong financial returns and environmental approvals.

Dynamic Metals has completed a significant soil sampling program at its Courvoisier gold prospect and is progressing drilling permits at Chalice South, reinforcing its exploration momentum in Western Australia’s Widgiemooltha region.

Cygnus Metals has raised A$18.3 million through a well-supported share placement to accelerate resource expansion and mining studies at its flagship Chibougamau copper-gold project following strong drilling results.

Lakes Blue Energy NL has secured $6.5 million through a fully underwritten placement to fund drilling at its Wombat Gas Field in Victoria, aiming to address looming gas supply shortages on Australia's east coast.