Latest Mine Operations News

Makilala Mining has appointed leading consultants to refine and optimise the MCB Copper-Gold Project’s mine plan and infrastructure design, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and environmental outcomes.

Beacon Minerals has confirmed extensive high-grade gold mineralisation at its Iguana deposit within the Lady Ida Project, following a 201-hole drilling program. The results bolster confidence in the Stage 1 Pit mining inventory and set the stage for further exploration.

Brightstar Resources is advancing underground development at its Fish Mine on schedule, aiming for first ore stoping in the September quarter while launching drilling programs to extend mine life and upgrade resources.

Horizon Minerals reports robust progress at its Phillips Find and Boorara gold projects, delivering strong revenue and cashflow from recent toll processing campaigns. Upcoming plant treatments aim to complete the first mining phase and set the stage for improved cost performance.

Avenira Limited has secured Northern Territory Government approval for its Wonarah Direct Shipping Ore Mine Management Plan, paving the way for first ore shipment by Q4 2025. The project includes infrastructure development and exploration drilling to support future beneficiation.

Aguia Resources has landed a A$4 million loan offer from Brazil’s Southern Development Bank to fund the initial phase of its Tres Estradas phosphate project, enabling production to commence by early 2026 with plans for rapid expansion.

St Barbara’s application for early renewal of the Simberi Mining Lease is set for review by Papua New Guinea’s Mining Advisory Council in June, a crucial step toward expanding gold production.

St Barbara Limited updates its FY25 gold production guidance amid temporary mining delays caused by heavy rainfall at Simberi, while maintaining steady cost expectations and financial resilience.

James Bay Minerals has commissioned a scoping study to explore near-surface oxide gold development at its Independence Project in Nevada, targeting a low-capex open-pit heap leach operation. The project also holds a substantial high-grade skarn gold resource, hinting at significant future growth potential.

Lotus Resources has begun cold commissioning at its Kayelekera uranium project, targeting a Q3 2025 production restart while adopting an owner-operator mining model to reduce costs and enhance control.

New Frontier Minerals has completed a $1.59 million share placement, issuing over 142 million new shares to fund its key exploration projects in rare earths and copper.

Iltani Resources continues to impress with broad, high-grade silver and base metals intersections from its Orient West drilling program in Queensland, setting the stage for a significant JORC Resource estimate.