Latest Gold Copper News

Mandrake Resources has secured a drilling contract to advance exploration at its Berinka Project in the Northern Territory’s Pine Creek Orogen, targeting gold and copper mineralisation with a 3,200m reverse circulation program planned for August 2026.

Koonenberry Gold (ASX:KNB) has pinpointed a significant near-surface porphyry copper-gold target at its Dunedoo Project in NSW, backed by robust geological, geophysical, and geochemical data. Drill permits are secured for a Q3 2026 campaign targeting multiple priority prospects including Bolinda Vale, Hillside, and Tucklan.

True North Copper has finalized its acquisition of Renegade Exploration's stake in the Carpentaria Joint Venture, consolidating the Mongoose Resource with its Taipan deposit. This move unlocks new development and resource growth opportunities within the Cloncurry Copper Project ahead of a key Pre-Feasibility Study due later this year.

LinQ Minerals has pinpointed a significant geophysical drill target south of its Gidginbung gold deposit, hinting at a potential 2km strike extension. Concurrently, reinterpretation of the Dam deposit suggests it may be part of a larger, blind porphyry system to the north, with drilling plans in motion for both targets.

Strategic Energy Resources (ASX:SER) is set to embark on a busy 2026 drilling season with three funded diamond drill programs across its Canobie, Diamantina, and Bulimba projects, targeting multiple high-potential copper and gold prospects in Queensland.

Lithium Universe (ASX: LU7) has completed the detailed process flow sheet for a novel hydrometallurgical technology licensed from the University of Edinburgh to extract gold and copper from electronic waste. The low-temperature, reagent-recycling method aims to disrupt traditional smelting with environmental and cost benefits.

Kingston Resources is embarking on a 25,000m drilling campaign at its Mineral Hill polymetallic mine, aiming to extend mine life and boost production with a plant expansion from 350ktpa to 700ktpa.

Medallion Metals has identified a significant new sulphide lode, Hillsborough Deeps, beneath the Gem deposit at Kundip, with drilling and electromagnetic surveys indicating strong potential for resource expansion.

Nordic Resources has punched a new high-grade gold assay record at its Kopsa project in Finland, confirming a significant northern extension to the deposit. Early 2026 drilling reveals grades far surpassing previous intersections, setting the stage for a resource update later this year.

LinQ Minerals has reported substantial gold and copper intersections at its Dam deposit, extending the high-grade core downdip by 100 metres and uncovering a new gold-rich zone outside the current resource boundary. The latest drilling results reinforce the potential for resource expansion within the Gilmore Project.

Javelin Minerals has locked in a $1.5 million strategic placement to mining executive David Geraghty at a 9.5% premium to its last share price, boosting exploration funding for key WA gold projects.

Adavale Resources has agreed to sell its Marree Embayment uranium licences to Orpheus Uranium for $650,000 cash and 5 million shares, sharpening its focus on a 166,000-ounce gold resource in New South Wales.