Latest Feasibility Study News

Whitehaven Coal reported a strong December quarter with a 21% rise in production and improved metallurgical coal prices, underpinning a solid first half of FY26. The company also advanced key development projects while maintaining disciplined cost management.

Maronan Metals has secured crucial environmental approvals and completed promising drilling and metallurgical work, underpinned by a strong capital raise and rising silver prices.

Athena Resources has reported a maiden inferred resource estimate for its Byro South Magnetite Project, boosting the global Byro resource by 160%. The company also strengthened its leadership with the appointment of former WA Minister Alannah MacTiernan.

Nico Resources has progressed key development activities at its Wingellina nickel-cobalt project, preparing for an infill drilling campaign as nickel and cobalt prices rally on Indonesian supply policy shifts.

Perseus Mining reported a mixed December quarter with stable overall production guidance but rising costs and strong cash reserves, while advancing key projects in West Africa and Tanzania.

Aurum Resources has reported significant resource growth and strong drilling results at its Boundiali and Napié gold projects in Côte d’Ivoire, supported by a robust $40 million cash position.

Ora Banda Mining Ltd has reported a record quarterly gold production of 32,036 ounces, alongside significant exploration successes and a $63 million investment in growth projects, while revising its FY26 cost guidance upward due to increased third-party milling expenses.

Mineral Resources Limited has upgraded its lithium production guidance and reported record iron ore shipments in Q2 FY26, alongside a significant reduction in net debt and a strategic joint venture with POSCO Holdings.

Tanami Gold NL reports significant drilling progress and an 18% increase in resource tonnes at its Central Tanami Project, reinforcing its growth potential ahead of a key joint venture acquisition.

Iluka Resources has reported a significant 19% increase in heavy mineral tonnage at its WIM100 deposit in western Victoria, enhancing the resource confidence and supporting its rare earths supply ambitions for the Eneabba refinery.

Iluka Resources reported a strong finish to 2025 with record zircon and rutile production, while advancing its Eneabba rare earth refinery and navigating softer zircon prices amid cautious 2026 guidance.

BMC Minerals has successfully listed on the ASX, raising A$100 million to accelerate exploration and development of its polymetallic Kudz Ze Kayah Project in Canada’s Yukon. The company’s strong feasibility study and binding offtake agreements position it as a future leader in silver and zinc production.