Latest Mine Development News

Canyon Resources has drawn down US$26 million from its US$140 million credit facility to accelerate infrastructure and rolling stock procurement at its Minim Martap bauxite project, targeting production start in early 2026.

Solis Minerals has secured permits to begin a significant 5,000-metre diamond drilling campaign at its Ilo Este copper-gold project in Peru, aiming to unlock large-scale mineral resources. Drilling is set to start in August 2025, following progress at the nearby Chancho al Palo project.

Northern Star Resources confirms steady Ore Reserves at KCGM and outlines robust FY26 production guidance amid ongoing mill expansion. The company highlights strategic underground development and exploration efforts supporting future growth.

Image Resources NL is broadening its project development focus beyond the newly commissioned Atlas mine, aiming to mitigate regulatory risks and ensure operational continuity through multiple potential mining projects.

AIC Mines has successfully raised over $14 million through a Share Purchase Plan, exceeding its $10 million target, to fund expansions at its Eloise processing plant and the Jericho copper mine development.

Variscan Mines has expanded its Novales-Udias zinc project in Spain with two new exploration licenses and reported promising underground drilling results at the Udias Mine, signaling strong potential for resource growth and mine restart.

Vertex Minerals has made significant strides at its Reward Gold Mine, commencing gravity plant operations and preparing for underground mining with first high-grade ore expected in Q3 2025. The company also secured firm commitments for an A$11 million capital raise to support its development plans.

Chilwa Minerals has significantly boosted its Mineral Resource Estimate by 85% to 110 million tonnes, with a majority now in the Indicated category, underpinning ongoing feasibility studies and rare earth exploration in Malawi.

AustChina Holdings has launched initial fieldwork at its Sulphide Creek Gold-Antimony Project and secured a key exploration licence for its Mersey Base Metals and Gold Project in Tasmania, signaling a strategic push in mineral exploration.

Cobalt Blue Holdings has completed a promising scoping study for its Halls Creek copper-zinc-silver project and secured a key cobalt feedstock contract with Glencore, setting the stage for a final investment decision on its Kwinana Cobalt Refinery by year-end.

ABx Group Limited reports promising rare earth exploration results in Tasmania, steady progress on its ALCORE fluorine recycling pilot plant, and advancing bauxite mining projects in Queensland and Tasmania, while managing funding challenges.

Aguia Resources reported steady progress in its June 2025 quarter, highlighting underground gold production in Colombia and development milestones in Brazil’s phosphate project, alongside strategic capital raises and operational restructuring.