Latest Mining Approvals News

Pacgold has finalized its acquisition of the White Dam Gold Operation in South Australia, setting the stage for a near-term production restart with modest capital investment. The move complements its Queensland projects and offers a clear path to cash flow.

Lefroy Exploration has officially started mining operations at its Lucky Strike Gold Deposit near Kalgoorlie, with first ore expected by late December and gold production targeted for March 2026.

Black Cat Syndicate has entered a joint venture with Dreadnought Resources to develop and process ore from the high-grade Star of Mangaroon deposit, aiming to boost production and operational flexibility at its Paulsens facility.

Metal Bank Limited is set to complete its acquisition of Hastings Technology Metals' gold assets, bolstering its Western Australia portfolio and appointing Tim Gilbert as CEO to drive its transition from explorer to producer.

Everest Metals Corporation has reported impressive rubidium assay results up to 0.79% Rb₂O from its Phase 2 drilling at the Mt Edon Critical Mineral Project, reinforcing the potential for resource expansion ahead of a planned upgrade in early 2026.

Sky Metals is fast-tracking its drilling program at the Tallebung Tin Project by mobilising a second rig to test high-grade silver-tin zones and expand its resource base. Early assay results are expected in December, setting the stage for an updated Mineral Resource Estimate next year.

Aeris Resources reported solid FY25 results within guidance and secured $80 million in new equity to fund exploration and development projects, positioning itself for significant growth in FY26.

Genesis Minerals has secured crucial rail agreements that clear the path for developing the Tower Hill open pit gold mine and expanding the Leonora mill, targeting first ore in FY28.

Talga Group has received official land allocation approval for its Nunasvaara Södra graphite mine in Sweden, a critical step in advancing its sustainable battery materials project.

Ballard Mining reports strong progress on its Phase 1 infill drilling at the Baldock gold deposit, confirming high-grade gold intersections and advancing towards a maiden Ore Reserve by mid-2026.

Lunnon Metals has updated its Lady Herial gold resource to 36,300 ounces at 2.0 g/t, securing Gold Fields’ approval and nearing regulatory green light for mining.

Patriot Resources reports significant copper-zinc-lead assay results from its Phase 1 trenching at Kitumba, Zambia, expanding the mineralised footprint fivefold and setting the stage for further exploration.