Latest Lead And Zinc News

Iltani Resources has reported strong assay results from its ongoing drilling at the Orient Silver-Indium Project, with multiple high-grade silver-lead-zinc-indium intercepts extending mineralisation beyond the current resource.

Zinc of Ireland’s ARGO hydrometallurgical process achieves near-complete recovery of silver, lead, and copper from zinc leach residues, fast-tracking pilot plant plans for early 2027.

Australian Gold and Copper Ltd (ASX: AGC) has delivered a major new high-grade polymetallic discovery at its South Cobar Evergreen prospect, with drill hole 26DDBR017 returning standout assays that extend the known mineralisation by 150 metres. The company is advancing follow-up drilling to define this promising zone.

Investigator Silver has reported extraordinary silver grades well beyond the current Paris Project pit limits, including an eye-watering 1m at 13,302g/t Ag, alongside discovery of a new silver-bearing system at Theseus. These results could significantly expand the project's resource base ahead of planned follow-up drilling.

Kingfisher Mining’s maiden reverse circulation drilling at Stephens Trig confirms substantial high-grade silver, lead, and zinc mineralisation, reinforcing the prospect’s potential within its Broken Hill portfolio.

Kingfisher Mining’s first drilling at Stephens Trig since 2017 confirms significant high-grade silver, lead, and zinc mineralisation, reinforcing its Broken Hill portfolio and strategic development options.

Diablo Resources has delivered exceptional first-pass rock sampling results at its Horn Silver Project in Utah, revealing a district-scale polymetallic system rich in silver, gold, copper, lead, and zinc. These findings reinforce historical structural models and set the stage for imminent drilling campaigns.

QMines Limited reports strong copper and gold intersections from two recent drill holes at Mt Chalmers, reinforcing the project's potential with ongoing drilling and assays.

Black Bear Minerals (ASX: BKB) has raised $12.5 million through a placement at a 16% discount to fund underground drilling and resource validation at its Shafter Silver Project in Texas, signaling strong institutional support for advancing mine restart plans.

Australian Gold and Copper Ltd (ASX: AGC) has reported extensive polymetallic mineralisation at its Evergreen Prospect, delivering high-grade gold, silver, lead, and zinc intercepts. With 17 diamond holes completed and a reverse circulation rig now targeting shallow oxide zones, the company is progressing towards an initial Mineral Resource Estimate.

Broken Hill Mines Limited posted a $48.8 million loss for FY2026, driven by acquisition-related costs and re-compliance expenses, despite a 56% revenue increase reflecting production growth at Rasp and Pinnacles mines.

Rapid Critical Metals has reported exceptional silver assay results from its Webbs Silver Project in NSW, including a standout 4m at 1,230 g/t AgEQ intercept and a significant 300m southern extension of mineralisation. The company is accelerating drilling with a third rig and advancing resource growth plans.