Latest Exploration News

IRIS Metals has confirmed high-grade lithium mineralisation at its Edison Project in South Dakota, revealing promising drill results that bolster its US development ambitions. The company plans further drilling and an economic study to advance its lithium portfolio.

Premier1 Lithium has announced its first inferred mineral resource at the Wadgingarra gold project, marking a significant step towards commercial gold production with promising expansion potential.

Mammoth Minerals has initiated the second phase of exploration at its Excelsior Gold-Silver Project in Nevada, leveraging a pioneering 3D underground survey of the historic Blue Dick Mine to guide upcoming drilling.

Marimaca Copper Corp. has released a Definitive Feasibility Study for its Marimaca Oxide Deposit in Chile, highlighting a robust 13-year mine life, low capital intensity, and strong financial returns. The study confirms a maiden ore reserve and positions the project as a competitive copper producer with advanced permitting and financing underway.

Fortescue Metals Group reported a robust FY25 with record iron ore shipments and strong profits, while advancing its green metal and decarbonisation initiatives. The company also provided solid FY26 guidance amid ongoing exploration and capital discipline.

Fortescue Metals Group reported a solid US$3.4 billion net profit for FY25, driven by record iron ore shipments and a strong balance sheet, while advancing ambitious decarbonisation and green energy projects.

29Metals Limited has reversed a significant loss to report a $35.3 million net profit for the first half of 2025, driven by stronger production at Golden Grove and improved metal prices, while Capricorn Copper remains suspended amid ongoing water and regulatory challenges.

Noumi Limited reported a 13% rise in adjusted operating EBITDA for FY25, driven by strong growth in its plant-based milks and dairy segments. The company has resolved legacy litigation issues and is now focused on navigating the $610 million convertible note maturity due in 2027.

Askari Metals is gearing up for a pivotal shareholder meeting to approve its Ethiopian gold and copper acquisition, while restructuring debt and expanding European investor outreach.

Ora Banda Mining Ltd delivered a standout FY25 with net profit soaring 575% to $186 million, driven by record gold production and successful underground mine expansions. The company sets ambitious FY26 targets amid strong operational momentum.

Critica Limited has dispatched an upgraded composite concentrate from its Jupiter Project to ANSTO for independent hydrometallurgical testing, aiming to produce a Mixed Rare Earth Carbonate (MREC). Complementary assessments by Minutech will help optimise processing routes and support upcoming feasibility studies.

Miramar Resources has partnered with Sumitomo Metal Mining Oceania in a multi-million-dollar joint venture to explore for large-scale nickel-copper-platinum group element deposits at the Bangemall Projects in Western Australia.