Latest Indigenous Engagement News

PMET Resources has submitted the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment for its Shaakichiuwaanaan CV5 Lithium Project, marking a pivotal step in securing regulatory approvals. This follows a positive feasibility study and extensive Indigenous engagement.

Paladin Energy faces a judicial review application from the Métis Nation–Saskatchewan contesting the recent environmental approval for its Patterson Lake South Project. The legal challenge alleges insufficient Indigenous consultation and seeks to halt project progress.

Duratec Limited has delivered its strongest half-year performance to date, reporting record revenue and gross profit across its diversified engineering and construction services. The company’s investor briefing highlighted robust order books, strategic growth in Defence and Energy sectors, and expansion into new regional markets.

Vita Resources has secured a pivotal recommendation from Yukon authorities to proceed with a five-year exploration program at its ICE Copper-Gold Project, marking a significant step forward in its Canadian mining ambitions.

Ausgold Limited has formalised a landmark cooperation agreement with the Wagyl Kaip Southern Noongar Aboriginal Corporation, setting a collaborative framework to advance the Katanning Gold Project in Western Australia with cultural heritage and community benefits at its core.

Jameson Resources has marked significant progress in advancing its Crown Mountain steelmaking coal project, doubling its pre-tax NPV to US$942 million and moving closer to final environmental approvals and development permits expected by the end of 2026.

Santos Limited’s 2025 Annual Report reveals a robust operational and financial performance, highlighted by a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and progress on major LNG projects Barossa and Pikka phase 1.

NexGen Energy is advancing through the final Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission hearing for its Rook I uranium project, buoyed by strong Indigenous community support and over a decade of environmental and social groundwork.

Macro Metals Limited has advanced its strategic position by securing export access at Utah Point and acquiring a 27.3% stake in the Extension Iron Ore project, setting the stage for growth in FY26.

Jameson Resources has made significant strides in progressing its Crown Mountain coal project, securing a $3 million capital injection and navigating key board changes while advancing environmental approvals.

Lunnon Metals has completed a detailed Feasibility Study for its Lady Herial gold deposit, outlining a robust, short-life open pit mine with strong pre-tax cash flows exceeding $40 million. The project is fully permitted and poised for imminent development.

Pearl Gull Iron has completed the sale of its Cockatoo Island Project, receiving $4.5 million in cash, a 4% indirect stake in Crestlink Pty Ltd, and ongoing royalties. The transaction positions the company to pursue new growth opportunities while maintaining exposure to the project’s future upside.