Latest Gold Exploration News

Star Minerals has appointed ResourcesWA to manage the mine approval process for its Tumblegum South Gold Project, setting a clear path to commence mining by Q1 2026 amid strong gold prices.

Lunnon Metals’ Managing Director Edmund Ainscough is set to present the company’s latest exploration milestones, highlighting the promising Lady Herial gold discovery and robust nickel assets in Western Australia.

Marmota Limited is fast-tracking its Gawler Gold project following a surge in gold prices and promising metallurgical test results, positioning the company for quicker production and revenue.

Miramar Resources has reported significant initial aircore drilling results at its Gidji JV Project near Kalgoorlie, extending the high-priority Blackfriars gold target and confirming extensive supergene mineralisation beneath a paleochannel.

Critical Resources Limited has appointed seasoned mining executive Tim Wither as CEO, aiming to leverage his global experience to advance its lithium, antimony, and gold projects.

Asra Minerals has kicked off a targeted 1,300-metre drilling program at its Leonora South Gold Project, aiming to extend high-grade gold mineralisation at the Orion and Sapphire deposits. The company also strengthens its leadership with a new CFO appointment.

Sabre Resources has completed the sale of its Ninghan Gold Project to Capricorn Metals, receiving $1.85 million in initial consideration plus ongoing royalties and milestone payments.

Nordic Resources has confirmed significant historical gold and copper intersections at its newly acquired Kiimala Trend project in Finland, underscoring the project's exploration potential alongside its flagship Kopsa asset.

Black Dragon Gold Corp. reported a Q1 2025 net loss of CAD 377,262 while advancing its Salave Gold Project in Spain, navigating permitting challenges and legal disputes over land re-zoning. The company also progressed exploration and asset sales in Australia, maintaining a cautious outlook on financing.

Augustus Minerals has executed a binding agreement to acquire a company holding a contested third in line licence application for the Mt Kare Gold Project in Papua New Guinea, a site with a historic resource of over 2 million ounces of gold. The acquisition positions Augustus to actively pursue tenure in a competitive and complex licensing environment.

Arika Resources has expanded its drilling program across its Yundamindra and Kookynie gold projects to 10,000 metres, leveraging a recent $5 million capital raise and securing a versatile drill rig to accelerate exploration.

Verity Resources has launched a targeted aircore drilling campaign at its Monument Gold Project in Western Australia, aiming to upgrade and expand its existing gold resource. The program focuses on three promising prospects within a prolific gold district.