Latest Mine Life Extension News

Sandfire Resources reports a consolidated update on its Motheo copper-silver asset in Botswana, revealing declines in mineral resources and ore reserves due to mining depletion and remodelling. The company plans to declare a maiden ore reserve for the A1 deposit by mid-2026, aiming to extend mine life.

Brightstar Resources has kicked off a significant underground drilling campaign at its Fish Mine, aiming to extend mine life and upgrade mineral resources for future production growth.

Ora Banda Mining Ltd delivered a standout FY25 with net profit soaring 575% to $186 million, driven by record gold production and successful underground mine expansions. The company sets ambitious FY26 targets amid strong operational momentum.

Yancoal Australia Ltd reported a sharp 61% drop in net profit for the first half of 2025, hit by falling coal prices and supply chain disruptions despite a 15% rise in production. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend and is advancing key asset deals and growth projects.

Orezone Gold Corporation reports solid Q2-2025 results from its Bomboré Gold Mine, maintaining production guidance and progressing major expansion projects on schedule and budget.

Strata Minerals has initiated its inaugural diamond drilling program at the Penny South Gold Project in Western Australia, supported by a co-funded deep drill hole from the WA Government. This marks a pivotal step in exploring extensions of gold mineralisation near the high-grade Penny Mine.

Evolution Mining has delivered a landmark FY25 with soaring profits, a hefty dividend boost, and strong sustainability gains, setting the stage for continued growth in FY26.

Ausgold Limited advances its Katanning Gold Project with secured land access for water infrastructure and a strategic land acquisition, while legal proceedings on land compensation loom.

Greatland Resources has downgraded its FY26 gold production target and significantly increased capital expenditure forecasts for its Telfer Project, prompting a sharp share price reaction and detailed ASX disclosure.

West African Resources Limited has unveiled an updated 10-year gold production plan, projecting a peak output of 569,000 ounces in 2029 supported by 12.2 million ounces in Mineral Resources and 6.5 million ounces in Ore Reserves.

Aeris Resources has outlined its FY26 production targets, aiming for a 40-49kt copper equivalent output while advancing key projects and planning asset divestments to strengthen its balance sheet.

Burgundy Diamond Mines reported a mixed Q2-2025 with increased ore mined and carats recovered but lower revenue and margins, prompting a strategic pivot away from Point Lake and an extended focus on Misery and Fox underground operations.