Latest Mine Development News

Ausgold Limited has reported robust drilling results that expand and upgrade the 2.44 million ounce Mineral Resource at its Katanning Gold Project, while advancing key pre-development milestones ahead of a final investment decision targeted by year-end.

Aguia Resources has delivered a breakthrough month at its Santa Barbara Gold Project in Colombia, tripling gold production to 851.9 grams from 100 tonnes processed in June while cutting capital and operating costs dramatically.

Rox Resources has received the last major environmental approval for its Youanmi Gold Mine, enabling full-scale construction of the processing plant and advancing underground mining ahead of schedule.

American Uranium has wrapped up a 50-hole, 12,757-metre drilling campaign at its Lo Herma uranium project, confirming strong mineralisation continuity and expanding resource potential ahead of a Q3 2026 resource update and scoping study.

Pantoro Gold's FY2026 gold output fell below expectations due to contractor and labour shortages, prompting a strategic operational review. The company targets 90,000 to 105,000 ounces in FY2027 with a stabilisation-first approach and significant investments in new ore sources and infrastructure.

Astral Resources reports strong assay results from infill drilling at Theia, underpinning resource upgrades and de-risking early Mandilla mine development near Kalgoorlie.

DPM Metals delivered a robust 102,000 gold equivalent ounces in Q2 2026, driven by Chelopech’s strong grades and Vareš mine’s steady ramp-up. The company also returned over US$49 million to shareholders through share buybacks amid ongoing project developments.

Minerals 260 has completed a Pre-Feasibility Study and declared a maiden Ore Reserve for its Bullabulling Gold Project, revealing robust economics and a pathway to production by late 2028.

Nexus Minerals has acquired Northern Star’s remaining 10% stake in the Pinnacles Gold Project, boosting its ownership to 100% and ending the joint venture. The deal includes a 1.5% net smelter return royalty payable to Northern Star, with an option to buy back part of it.

Orezone Gold outlines 2026 production and cost outlook for its newly acquired Casa Berardi mine, highlighting a transitional phase with higher costs and planned exploration ramp-up.

GoldArc Resources has recorded its best grade control drilling results yet at the Mt Stirling Well deposit, reinforcing its resource model and advancing mine planning towards regulatory approval for mining commencement.

Cobre Limited has achieved a swift operational turnaround at its Sierra Atacama copper mine, generating positive operating cash flow within two months of assuming control. The company targets a significant production ramp-up supported by capital investments and ongoing optimisation.