Latest Mine Operations News

Capricorn Metals has expanded its Orion South Underground Mineral Resource Estimate at Mt Gibson to 895,000 ounces, marking a 31% increase since July 2025. This growth, driven by extensive diamond drilling, underscores the project's underground potential alongside ongoing open pit operations.

Dreadnought Resources has lodged a mining lease application for its high-grade Metzke’s Find gold deposit, marking a key step towards production within the Illaara Gold Project. Drilling to expand and upgrade the resource is set to begin imminently.

Rox Resources has initiated underground mining at its Youanmi Gold Project with the first cut fired at the United North pit, backed by robust lender commitments and progressing steadily toward production.

Tolu Minerals has appointed Dr Chris Muller as Managing Director and CEO, signaling a strategic push towards ramped-up exploration and resource development in Papua New Guinea.

Gibb River Diamonds has commenced mining at its Neta Gold Prospect in WA, with ore processing agreements in place and first cashflow anticipated by early 2026. The company also outlines ambitious exploration plans for its broader portfolio.

Flagship Minerals has achieved a critical milestone with the approval of the ENAPAC Ruta Este desalination pipeline, securing a sustainable water supply for its Pantanillo Gold Project in Chile’s Maricunga Gold Belt. This development significantly reduces a major operational risk as the company advances its resource upgrade and project studies.

Ballymore Resources has kicked off drilling at the Torpy’s Crooked Creek silver-lead-zinc mine near Chillagoe, targeting extensions of a historically rich deposit with promising modern geophysical data.

Ballard Mining Limited has released a comprehensive investor update following its July 2025 IPO, highlighting a robust 1.1 million ounce gold resource at Mt Ida and a strong cash position of $40 million. The company outlines ambitious exploration targets and development plans aiming to extend mine life beyond a decade.

Antipa Minerals reports robust high-grade gold and copper assay results from its 2025 drilling program at the Minyari Gold-Copper Project, highlighting significant resource growth potential and advancing pre-feasibility study progress.

Metal Bank Limited has successfully closed a $2.42 million entitlement offer, bolstering its capacity to advance gold projects in Western Australia and critical minerals exploration in Queensland.

Canyon Resources confirms steady progress at its Minim Martap bauxite project in Cameroon, with mining set to start in early 2026 and first shipments expected by mid-year, supported by secured financing and key equipment deliveries.

RocketDNA has landed a significant contract with Anglo American’s Kumba Iron Ore to supply and integrate seven autonomous drone systems at the Sishen Mine, marking a key step in expanding AI-driven mining technology in Africa.