Latest Mining Approvals News

Genesis Minerals has secured regulatory approval for Stage One mining at Tower Hill, aligning the project with its mill expansion plans and setting the stage for production in FY28.

VRX Silica Limited has obtained crucial works approval for its Arrowsmith North Silica Sand Project, paving the way for construction and operation ahead of targeted production in late 2026.

Star Minerals reports promising shallow gold intercepts 120 metres west of known lodes at its Tumblegum South project, hinting at a potential resource expansion ahead of planned mining approvals.

Ballard Mining reports strong infill and extensional drilling results at its Mt Ida Gold Project, confirming and potentially expanding the high-grade Baldock resource. The ongoing program aims to upgrade resource confidence and supports future development plans.

29Metals Limited has reversed a significant loss to report a $35.3 million net profit for the first half of 2025, driven by stronger production at Golden Grove and improved metal prices, while Capricorn Copper remains suspended amid ongoing water and regulatory challenges.

Augustus Minerals confirms Heritage Surveys will start on 26 August 2025 at its Music Well Gold Project, unlocking statutory approvals for its maiden drilling campaign. Recent soil and rock chip sampling highlight promising gold anomalies, setting the scene for a potentially significant exploration phase.

Everest Metals Corporation reveals significant progress in its gold projects and leads the development of Australia’s first rubidium industry, positioning itself at the forefront of critical minerals innovation.

Star Minerals reports exceptional shallow gold assay results from infill drilling at its Tumblegum South Gold Project, reinforcing the deposit's quality and advancing plans for production. The company anticipates further assay results and an updated resource estimate soon.

Great Boulder Resources has reported exceptional high-grade gold intersections at its Side Well Gold Project, revealing new mineralisation zones at Eaglehawk and Ironbark that could significantly expand its resource base.

Everest Metals Corporation has raised $4 million through a share placement to advance its gold and critical minerals projects in Western Australia, including pioneering rubidium extraction technology.

VRX Silica Limited has secured approval for its Mining Proposal at the Arrowsmith North Silica Sand Project, marking a pivotal step toward production in a globally significant silica sand deposit.

Great Boulder Resources has reported significant high-grade gold intersections extending the Ironbark deposit 180 metres south, with assays up to 39.5g/t Au, suggesting a substantial resource expansion potential.