Latest Mining And Processing News

West Coast Silver has confirmed a substantial high-grade silver resource at Elizabeth Hill, supported by exceptional drill results and a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate, setting the stage for accelerated development.

Carnaby Resources has delivered a robust Pre-Feasibility Study and declared its maiden Ore Reserve at the Greater Duchess Copper Gold Project, setting sights on first production in the second half of 2026.

Australian Mines Limited's latest scoping study for its Flemington Scandium Project reveals strong financial metrics and significant upside potential tied to scandium pricing, underscoring the project's strategic position in critical minerals.

Ballard Mining has unveiled new high-grade gold intercepts at its Ayla prospect and extended mineralisation at Golden Vale, suggesting the entire 13km Ballard Fault zone at Mt Ida may be mineralised. The company is accelerating drilling to support production growth beyond the 1.0 Moz Baldock deposit.

Kingfisher Mining has confirmed high-grade copper-gold mineralisation at Copper Blow, secured a processing deal with Broken Hill Mines, and completed its Gascoyne REE divestment, sharpening its NSW focus.

Dreadnought Resources accelerated progress on gold and critical metals fronts in the March quarter, securing mining approvals, expanding its rare earth portfolio, and delivering high-grade drill results at key prospects.

Broken Hill Mines (ASX: BHM) reported a strong March quarter with a 29% ore grade increase and a 52% jump in silver output, driven by ramp-up at Rasp Mine and advancing Pinnacles development. Operational cashflow rose 45% to A$2.4m amid cost reductions and a strategic partnership with Kingfisher Mining.

Meeka Metals has secured a strategic 71km2 package of gold tenements around Mt Holland, aiming to unlock further ounces with a 20,000m drilling campaign over the next 12-18 months.

Dreadnought Resources has obtained regulatory approval for open pit mining at its Star of Mangaroon gold project in Western Australia, advancing its strategy to become a self-funded explorer by outsourcing development and processing.

Core Lithium has greenlit the restart of its Finniss Lithium Project with a fully funded A$290 million package, initiating mining activities and targeting spodumene concentrate production by September 2026.

Siren Gold continues its push to upgrade the Sams Creek gold resource with ongoing drilling and a mining permit application nearing decision. Meanwhile, exploration at Queen Charlotte reveals extensive high-grade gold and antimony mineralisation, underpinning the company’s strategic growth in New Zealand’s critical minerals sector.

Emerald Resources NL posted a record March quarter pre-tax operating cash flow of A$143 million from its Okvau Gold Mine, maintaining full-year gold production guidance while progressing development and exploration at its Dingo Range and Memot projects.