Latest Mining Approvals News

Magnetite Mines has submitted a key Mining Lease Proposal for its Razorback Iron Ore Project and is progressing strategic funding agreements, including a $7 million convertible note facility. The company also filed a provisional patent for a novel saline water processing method, underscoring its technical innovation in green iron production.

Delta Lithium has announced a substantial 46% increase in the gold resource at its Mt Ida Project, now exceeding 1.1 million ounces, alongside plans to spin off its gold assets into a new ASX-listed entity, Ballard Mining.

Catalyst Metals has agreed to sell its Henty gold mine, focusing resources on expanding its Plutonic Gold Belt projects with promising exploration results and first ore from Plutonic East. The company maintains a strong cash position of A$98 million while advancing low-capital developments to double production.

Brightstar Resources reported robust March quarter results, highlighted by Second Fortune’s transition to full production and the commencement of Fish mine development, underpinning a clear growth trajectory.

VRX Limited advances its Arrowsmith and North silica sand projects with a positive EPA assessment and non-binding offtake agreements totaling 440,000 tonnes annually across Asia. Despite an ongoing appeal, the company is progressing toward final approvals and project financing.

Ausmon Resources has completed critical field reconnaissance across three South Australian tenements, setting the stage for a targeted rare earth elements drilling program pending regulatory approval.

Gibb River Diamonds has secured a crucial mining lease for its Edjudina Gold Project, unlocking access to the Neta Prospect's significant gold resources and setting the stage for imminent mining operations.

Rumble Resources has reported significant high-grade gold and tungsten assay results from Phase 1 drilling at its Western Queen project, uncovering two new gold lodes and expanding tungsten mineralisation. Phase 2 drilling is underway to further delineate these promising discoveries.

Delta Lithium has revealed significant progress in its Western Australian lithium and gold assets, underpinned by robust resource estimates and ongoing exploration. The company’s strategic focus on capital discipline and monetising gold positions it well for future growth.

Cavalier Resources has completed and submitted all necessary mining approvals for the Crawford Gold Project, moving decisively toward production amid strong gold prices and ongoing funding talks.

South32 Limited reported a strong first half of fiscal 2025, driven by improved operational performance and a streamlined portfolio following the sale of Illawarra Metallurgical Coal. The company announced a fully-franked interim dividend and maintained its production guidance despite some operational challenges.

Wildcat Resources reports significant progress on the Preliminary Feasibility Study (PFS) for its Tabba Tabba Lithium Project in Western Australia, now approximately 50% complete, supported by strong metallurgical results and environmental groundwork.