Latest Mine Development News

Star Minerals has raised $1.5 million through a share placement to fund critical drilling and mining approvals at its Tumblegum South Gold Project, aiming for production start in early 2026.

Metals X reported a 16.6% decline in tin production at its Renison operation for Q3 2025 due to equipment and processing challenges, while cash reserves rose to $279.5 million. The company continues advancing its Rentails project and maintains strategic investments.

Western Gold Resources reports promising early drilling results and a significant upgrade to its Gold Duke Project economics, supported by a $6.75 million capital raise to fund production.

Ardiden Limited has agreed to merge with Lac Gold Limited, acquiring the advanced Rouyn Gold Project and creating a well-funded dual-asset gold explorer with a combined resource of 1.66 million ounces. The deal, backed by strong shareholder support and a $10 million capital raise, positions Ardiden for growth in two Tier-1 Canadian jurisdictions.

Hillgrove Resources has accelerated production at its Nugent centre ahead of schedule, driving an 8% rise in copper output and reducing costs. A $28 million capital raise will fund further development and exploration, underpinning growth prospects.

Focus Minerals reported a record gold pour in August 2025 and steady production at its Coolgardie Gold Project, supported by operational efficiencies and exploration progress.

Nelson Resources has submitted a Program of Work for an extensive drilling program at its Yarri Gold Project, with MEGA Resources set to fully fund operations up to $10 million. Drilling is expected to begin shortly after regulatory approval.

Ramelius Resources has announced a maiden 1.6 million ounce ore reserve at its Never Never underground deposit, alongside plans to expand the Mt Magnet processing plant to 5 million tonnes per annum, underpinning a robust 11-year mine life and strong financial outlook.

Coronado Global Resources has filed a detailed SEC Form 8-K revealing confidential discussions with noteholders and outlining its growth trajectory, liquidity management, and operational updates across its Australian and US metallurgical coal assets.

Challenger Gold has raised A$30 million through an institutional placement to fund the ramp-up of its Hualilan gold project and support an extensive drilling campaign ahead of first production in early 2026.

Boab Metals has kicked off early construction works at its Sorby Hills Silver-Lead-Zinc Project, marking a key step toward full-scale mine development and production scheduled after the 2026 wet season.

Ausgold Limited has launched a major multi-rig drilling campaign at its Katanning Gold Project, aiming to grow its 2.44 million ounce gold resource and unlock new regional discoveries ahead of a mid-2026 investment decision.