Latest Mine Operations News

AJ Lucas Group Limited reported a solid 29% rise in Australian Operations EBITDA for the December quarter, underpinned by disciplined cost management and a significant UK settlement. Despite a revenue dip and suspended mining operations, the company reduced related party loans, securing lower interest rates and strengthening its financial position.

Renascor Resources has marked significant progress in constructing its government-backed Purified Spherical Graphite demonstration facility while advancing exploration and upstream optimisation, maintaining a robust cash position of approximately A$97 million.

Aspire Mining has taken a major step forward in developing its Ovoot Coking Coal Project by signing a $69.9 million EPC contract and gaining government backing for a key highway project, positioning the company for first coal exports by late 2027.

Gibb River Diamonds has progressed mining operations at its Edjudina Gold Project with ore processing underway and first cash proceeds expected early this year. Despite a pit wall incident, operations resumed smoothly under a joint venture with BML Ventures.

AXP Energy has completed and commissioned its first vertical well in Oklahoma, initiating gas sales while raising over A$1 million to fund further development. The company is pivoting its gas-to-power strategy towards Oklahoma after a limited trial in Colorado.

BMG Resources is advancing its Abercromby and Bullabulling gold projects with a major drilling campaign planned for early 2026, supported by a recent $2.5 million capital raise. The company aims to grow its existing mineral resources and progress towards near-term production.

Cokal Limited has advanced its metallurgical coal operations in Central Kalimantan with new mining contracts, resumed coal shipments, and infrastructure upgrades, aiming for a 2026 production target of approximately 420,000 tonnes.

Macro Metals Limited has advanced its strategic position by securing export access at Utah Point and acquiring a 27.3% stake in the Extension Iron Ore project, setting the stage for growth in FY26.

Great Boulder Resources has hit a major milestone with a 1.02 million ounce gold resource at its Side Well project, backed by a record 34,000 metres of drilling in the December quarter. The company’s strong cash position and ongoing exploration signal further growth potential.

Bathurst Resources reported a first-half FY26 EBITDA of NZD 16 million, maintaining its full-year guidance despite export challenges and cost pressures. Key development projects in New Zealand and Canada continue to advance steadily.

Stavely Minerals is advancing its 2026 Scoping Study for the Stavely Copper-Gold Project, targeting a significant production scale boosted by strong copper, gold, and silver prices. The company aims to outline a pathway to over 10 years of mine life with a mid-year study delivery.

Antares Metals has strategically acquired two Western Australian gold and copper projects while uncovering a significant high-grade copper zone at its Mt Isa North project, backed by a $2 million capital raise and new leadership.