Latest Exploration News

Fenix Resources’ latest Scoping Study outlines a robust plan to ramp up Weld Range iron ore production to 10 million tonnes per annum by 2031, extending mine life to 2042 with significantly reduced costs and strong financial returns.

Forrestania Resources has declared its takeover offer for Kula Gold unconditional after securing over 76% ownership, extending the offer deadline to January 22, 2026. The move sets the stage for a reconstituted board and accelerated gold production ambitions.

Hartshead Resources NL has entered a binding agreement for acquisition by ACAM GP Limited, offering shareholders a 133% premium and a clear exit from development risks. The scheme is set for implementation in early 2026, pending approvals.

Flynn Gold has successfully extended high-grade gold mineralisation across a 9km zone at its Golden Ridge Project in northeast Tasmania, with drilling confirming a large-scale gold system. Meanwhile, drilling at the nearby Mangana Project is underway, promising further updates in early 2026.

Capricorn Metals has secured the Yalgoo Project, significantly enlarging its Mt Gibson Gold Project tenure and setting the stage for new exploration in 2026.

Tempest Minerals has agreed to sell its Yalgoo Project to Capricorn Metals for $4.5 million in cash and shares, with additional payments tied to future discoveries and production milestones. The deal, expected to complete in early 2026, leaves Tempest retaining iron rights on key tenements while refocusing on other Western Australian assets.

Adisyn Ltd has completed a strategic review, deciding to boost investment in its graphene-based semiconductor arm while exploring options to unlock value from its managed IT services business.

Infini Resources has confirmed high-grade uranium mineralisation at surface in its Reitenbach Lake project with a standout 1.90% U3O8 assay, advancing its exploration towards a maiden drill campaign planned for mid-2026.

Ariana Resources has reported encouraging initial assay results from its 2025 drilling campaign at the Dokwe Gold Project in Zimbabwe, revealing significant extensions beyond the current resource envelope. The company plans further drilling in early 2026 to explore these promising zones and support feasibility studies.

VRX Silica Limited has announced a strategic leadership transition with Tony Swiericzuk appointed as CEO, succeeding Bruce Maluish who will step down in 2026 but remain on the board. This move positions VRX to advance its Arrowsmith North silica sand project towards production.

Lefroy Exploration has made a strong start at its Lucky Strike Gold Mine near Kalgoorlie, with pre-strip mining well underway and first ore haulage scheduled for early 2026. The company is fully funded and poised to begin toll milling in February, marking a significant step toward production.

Central Petroleum has secured strategic interests in the Cooper and Otway Basins through binding agreements with ADX Energy, setting the stage for a multi-million dollar expansion and planned drilling campaigns in 2026 and 2027.