Latest Exploration News

Astron Limited has advanced its Donald Rare Earth and Mineral Sands Project with conditional senior debt support and ongoing financing discussions, targeting a final investment decision by the end of March 2026.

Iceni Gold Limited reported a busy December quarter focused on advancing diamond drilling at its 14 Mile Well and Welcome Creek projects in Western Australia, with assay results expected soon and a cash position of $1.53 million.

Invictus Energy has reached a pivotal milestone by finalising the Petroleum Production Sharing Agreement for its Cabora Bassa Project, setting the stage for exploration and appraisal drilling in Zimbabwe in 2026. Meanwhile, the company has ended its strategic partnership with Al Mansour Holdings and is actively pursuing new funding avenues.

Orbminco Limited has completed its acquisition of the Majestic North Gold Project and initiated an infill drilling program to boost resource confidence. The company also refreshed its leadership with new technical and board appointments as it charts a strategic path forward.

Bellavista Resources has appointed a new leadership team and completed a detailed LiDAR survey over its Edmund Basin projects, setting the stage for targeted exploration and bioleaching test work.

Freehill Mining Ltd reported a challenging quarter with cash outflows and operational setbacks but is planning a fundraising to support production ramp-up and a new copper project.

Burley Minerals is progressing its Cane Bore Iron Project with planned drilling following heritage surveys, while reviewing its Chubb Lithium Project strategy amid rising lithium prices. The company also relinquished its Yerecoin Iron Project due to legal challenges.

Somerset Minerals has secured $3.7 million to accelerate exploration at its Coppermine Project in Nunavut, revealing promising high-grade copper mineralisation over a 7 km fault zone at Jura North. Extensive regional surveys aim to uncover further discoveries across its vast landholding.

Nex Metals Explorations advances its Kookynie Gold Tailings project while negotiating a potential divestment of its Arika Joint Venture stake and exploring strategic gold opportunities in Egypt's Eastern Desert.

Asian Battery Metals PLC has reported strong exploration progress in Mongolia, including excellent copper recoveries at its Oval project and high-grade copper-gold assays at Maikhan Uul, supported by a $6 million equity raise.

Freehill Mining Limited reported a robust 46% increase in quarterly sales, driven by strong demand at its Islon aggregate site and steady contributions from Yerbas Buenas. Meanwhile, the company advances promising copper and gold project assessments.

International Graphite Limited has secured key approvals and funding to progress its Collie Micronising Facility and European Expandable Graphite Project, positioning itself as a major supplier outside China.