Latest Mine Planning News

Ardea Resources reports steady progress on the Kalgoorlie Nickel Project’s Definitive Feasibility Study, with the Japanese-Australian Consortium increasing its stake to 35%. The project moves closer to a potential 50% joint venture ownership upon a positive investment decision.

The U.S. District Court has upheld the federal permit for Ioneer’s Rhyolite Ridge project, removing key legal obstacles and enabling the company to advance construction of its critical minerals mine in Nevada.

Charger Metals NL has reported promising diamond and RC drilling results at its Lake Johnston Project, extending spodumene mineralisation at Medcalf West to depths of at least 215 metres. These findings support a significant upgrade to the lithium resource estimate.

Hawk Resources has secured an option to acquire up to 80% of the Meerkat Copper Project in Arizona, positioning itself within a world-class copper belt. The move aligns with Hawk’s strategy to build a US copper portfolio with near-term value catalysts.

Star Minerals has reported robust grade control drilling results at its Tumblegum South Gold Project, confirming excellent continuity and grade of gold mineralisation ahead of final mine planning.

Javelin Minerals has launched a targeted drilling campaign at its Eureka Gold Project in WA, aiming to extend high-grade gold mineralisation and capitalise on a newly expanded mining lease. The company is poised for near-term production under a joint venture with MEGA Resources.

Cobre Limited’s Chilean subsidiary has secured a majority stake and operational control of the Sierra Atacama Copper Project, setting the stage for potential full ownership through staged acquisitions and strategic governance changes.

Native Mineral Resources has successfully poured 560 ounces of gold doré at its Blackjack plant and is on track to begin mining at Podosky in April, advancing multiple projects in Queensland.

Dart Mining NL has revealed promising high-grade gold results from rock chip sampling at its Triumph Gold Project, expanding exploration targets near the Norton Mine in Central Queensland. The findings set the stage for upcoming diamond drilling to better define resource potential.

Native Mineral Resources (ASX: NMR) has updated its drilling results at the Podosky deposit in Queensland, confirming shallow, high-grade gold mineralisation that supports near-term open-pit mining plans. Mining activities are targeted to commence in April 2026.

Magnetic Resource NL has updated its scoping study for the Lady Julie Gold Project, significantly increasing the underground production target and extending the mine life. The revised plan also lowers underground mining costs and defers some capital expenditure by prioritising open pit operations.

Manuka Resources has released an amended Pre-Feasibility Study for its Cobar Basin assets, revealing a significant uplift in project profitability and a detailed 10-year mine plan targeting production in Q2 2026.