Latest Mining Approvals News

VHM Limited has significantly expanded its Exploration Target at the Goschen Project in Victoria, revealing a potential resource of up to 4 billion tonnes of ore rich in valuable heavy minerals and rare earths. This update underscores Goschen's emerging status as a major player in Australia's mineral sands sector.

Ballard Mining’s latest exploration update reveals a surge in gold targets at its Mt Ida Project, with promising drilling results and a new mineralised trend boosting prospects ahead of a Maiden Ore Reserve in 2026.

Western Gold Resources has secured key approvals, funding, and contracts to fast-track its Gold Duke Project in Western Australia towards near-term gold production.

Aurumin Limited proposes a scheme of arrangement for acquisition by Brightstar Resources, with an independent expert confirming the deal is fair and reasonable. The transaction offers Aurumin shareholders exposure to a larger gold portfolio and enhanced market presence.

Alligator Energy has begun construction of its Samphire Project Field Recovery Trial near Whyalla, marking a key step towards uranium production amid a strengthening market.

Brazilian Critical Minerals Ltd advances permitting for its Ema rare earths project in Brazil, securing strong local government support and progressing key licence applications.

Ballard Mining has achieved a critical milestone with full permitting for its Mt Ida Gold Project, including approval to build a 2.0 million tonnes per annum processing plant and tailings facility. This final green light positions the project for development and potential expansion.

Nelson Resources has entered a pivotal Right to Mine Agreement with MEGA Resources, securing up to $10 million in funding and mining expertise to advance the Yarri Gold Project near Kalgoorlie.

Ramelius Resources has reported a substantial 38% increase in Mineral Resources and a remarkable 118% rise in Ore Reserves as of June 2025, underpinned by new project inclusions and a promising Pre-Feasibility Study for its Break of Day underground mine.

Equinox Resources' judicial review over the Hamersley Iron Ore Project has been adjourned to 17 October 2025, as the Supreme Court seeks clarity on mapping and boundary data used by the Committee. The outcome remains uncertain as affidavit evidence is awaited.

Riversgold has partnered with MEGA Resources to fully fund and operate mining at its Northern Zone Gold Project near Kalgoorlie, sharing profits equally and aiming to commence mining in early 2026.

Metal Bank Limited has announced a non-renounceable entitlement offer to raise approximately $2.32 million, partially underwritten, to fund its Western Australia gold strategy and Queensland graphite exploration. The offer closes on 31 October 2025 and coincides with a strategic acquisition of gold assets from Hastings Technology Metals.