Latest Mine Operations News

Ariana Resources has successfully completed its first gold-silver doré pour at the Tavşan Mine in Türkiye, signaling the start of heap-leach production and a ramp-up toward steady-state output by mid-2026.

Lefroy Exploration has officially started mining operations at its Lucky Strike Gold Deposit near Kalgoorlie, with first ore expected by late December and gold production targeted for March 2026.

BMG Resources has completed a $2.5 million capital raise to fund major drilling campaigns at its Abercromby and Bullabulling West gold projects in Western Australia, positioning the company for potential resource expansion.

Odyssey Gold has reported strong reverse circulation drilling results at its Tuckanarra Project, reinforcing the existing resource model and advancing plans for a resource upgrade. The Highway Deposit continues to demonstrate promising grade continuity and open pit potential.

FireFly Metals has announced a significant upgrade to its Green Bay Copper-Gold Project resource, alongside a A$139.5 million equity raise to fund ongoing drilling and development. The company is poised for rapid growth in a tier-one mining jurisdiction with strong infrastructure and exploration upside.

FireFly Metals has successfully raised over C$30 million through a Canadian bought deal and approximately A$106.5 million via an Australian equity raise to fund key development and exploration at its Green Bay Copper-Gold Project in Newfoundland.

Dreadnought Resources has formalized a $10 million joint venture with Black Cat Syndicate to fund, develop, haul, and process ore from its Star of Mangaroon gold project, enabling near-term cashflow without upfront capital.

Black Bear Minerals reveals significant polymetallic potential in historic stockpiles at its Shafter Silver Project, with grab samples showing exceptional grades. The company plans extensive 2026 drilling and bulk sampling to unlock this overlooked resource.

Black Cat Syndicate has entered a joint venture with Dreadnought Resources to develop and process ore from the high-grade Star of Mangaroon deposit, aiming to boost production and operational flexibility at its Paulsens facility.

Terrain Minerals has successfully converted key tenements to a mining licence at its Smokebush Gold Project, setting the stage for a maiden JORC resource estimate targeted for mid-2026. A significant drilling campaign is underway, with results expected early next year.

WIN Metals has reported further high-grade gold intercepts at its Radio Gold Project in Western Australia, reinforcing the potential to expand its mineral resource and extend underground mining operations.

Thunderbird Resources has appointed Scott Funston as a Non-Executive Director, bringing over two decades of mining and financial expertise, while Robin Wilson steps down but remains a consultant.