Latest Grade Control Drilling News

Beacon Minerals has released the final batch of assay results from its extensive Stage 2 drill program at the Iguana Deposit, revealing multiple high-grade gold intersections and validating historical data. These findings set the stage for an updated Mineral Resource Estimate later this year.

Western Gold Resources has completed over 45% of its 35,300-metre grade control and infill drilling program at the Gold Duke Project, receiving initial assay results from the Eagle prospect. The company is finalizing an updated scoping study and secured $3 million in non-dilutive funding to support a planned mining start in late 2025.

Lunnon Metals reports robust high-grade gold assay results from its Lady Herial deposit, underpinning a low-risk open pit development opportunity within the Kambalda Gold & Nickel Project.

Black Cat Syndicate has integrated strong grade-control drilling results from its Fingals deposit into mine plans, with mining set to begin late September 2025. Concurrently, the Lakewood processing plant is undergoing key upgrades to support ongoing production.

Legacy Iron Ore has completed a major drilling campaign at its Mt Celia project and is progressing metallurgical studies to define its processing strategy, setting the stage for updated resource estimates and development plans.

Lefroy Exploration is nearing operational readiness at its Lucky Strike Gold Deposit with key approvals and designs in place, while gearing up for a high-grade drilling campaign at Burns Central. The company is fully funded and poised for a self-funded growth phase.

Beacon Minerals has reported robust assay results from its Stage 2 drilling at the Iguana Deposit, revealing multiple high-grade gold intersections and promising depth extensions in the Northwest Corridor.

Gibb River Diamonds has officially started mining operations at its Edjudina Gold Project in Western Australia, leveraging a contract mining model that shields the company from upfront costs. The Neta Prospect's gold production will be processed through toll milling agreements, with profits shared equally between Gibb River and contractor BML Ventures.

Sandfire Resources reports a consolidated update on its Motheo copper-silver asset in Botswana, revealing declines in mineral resources and ore reserves due to mining depletion and remodelling. The company plans to declare a maiden ore reserve for the A1 deposit by mid-2026, aiming to extend mine life.

Mineral Resources Limited has released its inaugural Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves statements for the Pilbara Hub, revealing a substantial 161 million tonnes resource and 50.7 million tonnes reserve at robust iron grades. The inclusion of the Lamb Creek deposit promises to extend the hub’s production profile by five years, pending approvals.

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.

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.