Latest Mining Approvals News

Zeotech Limited has completed a significant test pit at its Toondoon Kaolin Project, producing over 2,300 tonnes of kaolin and progressing key approvals to fast-track mining and product development.

Lunnon Metals has secured critical mining proposal approval for its Lady Herial gold deposit, moving the project closer to production under a binding ore purchase deal with St Ives Gold Mining.

Metal Bank Limited (MBK) has announced its first formal gold resource estimate at the Seven Leaders Starter Pit, marking a pivotal step towards production in 2026. The 6,300-ounce resource underpins a strategy to leverage existing infrastructure and minimise capital costs.

Ballard Mining’s latest drilling at its Mt Ida Gold Project reveals promising high-grade gold mineralisation across multiple prospects, setting the stage for an aggressive resource expansion campaign in 2026.

Kingsland Minerals has initiated a Pre-feasibility Study for its Leliyn Graphite Project, partnering with Quinbrook to test graphite concentrate for battery anode applications. This marks a significant step toward developing a world-scale graphite operation in the Northern Territory.

Star Minerals has received mining approval for its Tumblegum South Gold Project, setting the stage for mining to commence in early 2026. With robust production targets and a key partnership in place, the project is poised to advance swiftly.

Beacon Minerals reports strong assay results from its ongoing drill program at the Iguana Deposit, alongside securing vital land use and mining approvals, advancing the Lady Ida Project towards production.

Great Boulder Resources reports exceptional high-grade gold intersections at its Side Well Gold Project, advancing resource estimates and drilling programs across multiple deposits.

Emerald Resources has secured mining approval for its Dingo Range Gold Project in Western Australia and completed a major accommodation camp, marking significant progress toward its goal of becoming a multi-mine gold producer.

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.

Odyssey Gold’s latest drilling results at the Tuckanarra Project reinforce the Highway Deposit’s high-grade gold potential, aligning closely with the 2024 resource model and supporting an imminent resource upgrade.