Latest Mining Approvals News

Neometals has reported compelling gold assay results from its first drilling at Barrambie Ranges in 30 years, revealing multiple high-grade mineralised zones and reinforcing the project’s exploration potential.

Star Minerals has received mining approval for its Tumblegum South Gold Project and commenced grade control drilling, setting the stage for production in early 2026 amid rising gold prices.

VHM Limited has made significant strides in developing its Goschen Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project, securing substantial funding and critical regulatory approvals while expanding its resource base.

Brightstar Resources has cleared key hurdles at its Laverton Mill site and is advancing construction of a new 1.5Mtpa processing plant, targeting a final investment decision in March 2026. With mining approvals secured and debt financing progressing, the company aims to boost production towards 200,000 ounces per annum by 2029.

Dreadnought Resources reports a 36% increase in high-grade gold resources at Star of Mangaroon, secures $18 million in funding, and advances critical metals projects with promising drilling results and strategic partnerships.

Neometals has reported significant gold assay results from its recent drilling at the Ironclad deposit and Mystery gold mine within the Barrambie Gold Project, reinforcing the potential for high-grade mineralisation and advancing plans for resource updates and mine development.

Brightstar Resources has secured key regulatory approvals for the Lady Shenton open pit mine in Menzies, positioning the company to accelerate production within its Goldfields Hub. The deposit is now 'mine ready' and will feed into Brightstar’s planned Laverton processing plant.

RareX Limited has achieved a major regulatory milestone with the granting of a Mining Lease for its Cummins Range Project in Western Australia, significantly reducing development risk and paving the way for focused metallurgical optimisation and mine planning.

Coda Minerals has resumed its extensive diamond drilling program at the Elizabeth Creek Copper-Silver Project, progressing towards a pivotal Pre-Feasibility Study with strong commodity price tailwinds. Approximately 70% of drilling is complete, setting the stage for updated resource estimates and enhanced project economics.

Western Gold Resources Limited has released an updated Mineral Resource Estimate for its Gold Duke Project, reporting 277,000 ounces of gold and setting the stage for near-term production.

High Peak Royalties finalises the sale of its geothermal subsidiary Torrens Energy to Northstar Energy, gaining significant equity and royalty interests while advancing South Australia's clean energy ambitions.

The Northern Finland Administrative Court has overturned Kingsrose Mining’s exploration permit for the Penikat Project due to procedural errors by the regulator, delaying planned drilling until at least April 2026. Kingsrose remains confident in the project’s long-term potential despite the setback.