Latest Mine Development News

Evolution Mining Limited has reported a record statutory net profit after tax of $365.1 million for the half-year ended December 31, 2024, driven by strong operational performance and higher gold and copper prices. The company also declared a fully franked interim dividend of 7.0 cents per share, continuing its consistent shareholder returns.

Horizon Minerals has commenced processing the first ore from its Phillips Find Gold Project, marking a key milestone in its path to gold production. The joint venture with BML Ventures is progressing well, with mining operations already delivering substantial volumes.

Ardea Resources progresses its Kalgoorlie Nickel Project DFS, awarding a key $5.4 million contract to Lycopodium for the Hydrogen Sulphide Plant, underpinning plans for a low-cost nickel-cobalt operation.

Matsa Resources has reported a standout high-grade gold intercept of 12.98g/t at its Fortitude North project, confirming a second lode structure and reinforcing its exploration model of multiple stacked mineralised lodes.

Zenith Minerals has secured Program of Work approval to launch a new drilling campaign at its Dulcie Far North gold project, following a 40% resource increase. The company is also advancing development studies and exploring multiple new regional gold targets.

Coolabah Metals Limited is undertaking a $3-4 million capital raise to fund the acquisition of Broken Hill Mines Pty Ltd and its subsidiary, aiming to re-list on the ASX and focus on developing the Rasp and Pinnacles Mines.

Black Dragon Gold has applied for its Salave Gold Project to be designated a Strategic Investment Project under new regional legislation in Asturias, aiming to fast-track development and boost local economic benefits.

Critical Metals Corp. has secured US$22.5 million through a private placement to advance its Tanbreez Rare Earth Project in Greenland and Wolfsberg Lithium Project in Austria, reinforcing its position in the critical metals supply chain for Europe.

New World Resources has secured a critical federal permitting milestone for its Antler Copper Project, setting a clear path to full approval within 12 months and construction commencement in H2 2025.

Blackstone Minerals is set to merge with IDM International, combining expertise and local presence to advance exploration of the world-class Mankayan copper-gold porphyry project in the Philippines.

Newfield Resources Limited reports a strategic pivot for its Tongo Diamond Mine, engaging a joint development partner to reduce costs and delay bulk sampling amid a depressed diamond market.

RTG Mining Inc. is advancing rapidly towards financing the Stage 1 Direct Shipping Operation at its high-grade Mabilo Copper and Gold Project in the Philippines, with a capital budget confirmed under US$25 million. Meanwhile, exploration at the Chanach Project in Kyrgyzstan reveals significant porphyry targets, positioning RTG for a pivotal year ahead.