Latest Government Support News

Jindalee Lithium progresses its McDermitt Lithium Project with strong US government support and a promising new refining technology partnership, aiming to enhance sustainability and reduce costs.

Ballymore Resources’ latest drilling at the Dittmer Project in North Queensland confirms expanding high-grade gold, silver, and copper mineralisation, with promising deep extensions identified. The company is advancing towards mining lease approval to unlock further underground exploration.

Orion Minerals is advancing its Prieska Copper Zinc Mine towards production, targeting first concentrate by Christmas 2026, supported by a recent $5.8 million capital raise and ongoing project optimisation.

Dateline Resources advances its Colosseum Gold-REE Project with a robust feasibility study, expanded exploration, and strong US government support, positioning itself as a key player in critical minerals.

Syrah Resources has launched a fully underwritten A$70 million equity raising to support its Balama graphite operations and Vidalia Active Anode Material facility, alongside securing a two-year forbearance on its US Department of Energy loan. The company advances commercial qualification of Vidalia AAM amid strong demand and US tariff support.

QPM Energy has launched its Isaac Energy Hub and completed a major overhaul of the Townsville Power Station, setting the stage for a final investment decision on its Isaac Power Station by year-end.

Carnaby Resources reports promising assay results from its Trekelano drilling program and maintains a robust cash balance as it advances the Greater Duchess Copper Gold Project towards a Q3 2025 Pre-Feasibility Study completion.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has raised AU$11.5 million through a heavily oversubscribed placement, strengthening its balance sheet to advance the Colossus Rare Earth Project towards Final Investment Decision. The funding, backed by institutional and strategic Brazilian partners, positions Viridis with nearly AU$58.5 million in cash to accelerate development and regulatory approvals.

Ionic Rare Earths’ Belfast plant is ramping up production of critical heavy rare earth oxides to meet soaring demand from Western markets following China’s export restrictions. This strategic move positions the company as a key supplier for defence, renewables, and advanced manufacturing sectors.

Future Metals NL has raised A$4.2 million and entered a strategic MOU with Zeta Resources to explore processing its Eileen Bore and Panton ores at the Savannah Mine plant, signalling a new phase of development amid rising PGM prices.

Atlas Arteria reported a robust 10.7% increase in Q2 2025 toll revenue, driven by strong traffic growth and toll hikes, while the French government reaffirmed its backing of the concession model with regulatory updates expected later this year.

EcoGraf Limited has advanced its vertically integrated battery anode materials business with a US$105 million financing mandate for its Epanko Graphite Mine and positive momentum in US and EU government support.