Latest Exploration News

Coronado Global Resources reported its highest saleable coal production since early 2021, driven by ramped-up operations and expansion projects, while securing a $265 million loan facility to bolster liquidity amid ongoing market challenges.

Critical Minerals Group (ASX – CMG) reports significant progress in vanadium flow battery technology deployment, international supply chain engagements, and mine feasibility studies, positioning itself at the forefront of Australia’s renewable energy storage future.

St George Mining showcased its Araxá rare earths and niobium project at EXPOSIBRAM 2025 in Brazil, highlighting strategic alliances with US processors and ongoing development progress. The company is positioning Araxá as a key non-China supply source amid shifting global rare earths dynamics.

Liberty Metals Limited has strategically pivoted into the critical minerals sector with a $2.5 million capital raise, new board appointments, and acquisition of three major Brazilian projects targeting rutile, ilmenite, zircon, and rare earths.

Mount Hope Mining has completed its maiden drilling at the Mt Hope Project, revealing promising high-grade gold intercepts and securing $2.48 million to accelerate exploration efforts.

Zimplats delivered steady mined and milled volumes in Q1 FY2026 with improved safety performance and significant cost increases. Major capital projects remain on track despite operational challenges.

Mineral Resources Limited reported a record quarter with Onslow Iron reaching full capacity and lithium prices surging 31%, while maintaining FY26 guidance and strengthening its Board.

Hot Chili Limited has successfully raised A$14.1 million through a fully subscribed entitlement offer to advance its Costa Fuego copper-gold project in Chile, initiating a critical second phase of diamond drilling at the La Verde discovery.

WA1 Resources has reported a significant milestone in its Luni Niobium Project with successful proof-of-concept niobium oxide refining testwork yielding a premium 96.8% Nb2O5 sample. The company also secured $100 million in a recent placement, bolstering its cash reserves to approximately $155 million.

Miramar Resources has obtained drilling approval for its Joy Helen prospect, revealing promising high-grade SEDEX copper-lead-zinc mineralisation in Western Australia’s Gascoyne region. This marks the first drilling since 1964, potentially unlocking a significant new base metal deposit.

Image Resources NL reported a strong third quarter in 2025 with significant increases in heavy mineral concentrate production and sales at its Atlas project, despite challenging weather and port delays. However, the company has trimmed its shipment guidance for the year due to weaker market conditions and logistical issues.

Oceana Lithium advances exploration at its Bangemall, Solonópole, and Napperby projects, deploying new geophysical surveys and preparing trenching programs while maintaining a solid cash position of nearly AUD 2.9 million.