Latest Mining Development News

Horizon Gold's Definitive Feasibility Study for the Gum Creek Project outlines a robust 10-year open pit mine plan with strong financial returns and production targets, setting the stage for a Final Investment Decision in mid-2027.

Rox Resources has secured full permits and major contracts to push forward construction at Youanmi, with mining and processing plant works advancing towards a mid-2027 gold pour.

Maritana Minerals is pushing ahead with its Black Swan Processing Hub development, targeting 100,000 ounces of gold production by H2 2027, supported by a strong cash position of $229.5 million.

Mandrake Resources has secured key agreements to produce lithium brine from its Utah project and plans a significant drilling campaign in Australia, supported by strong cash reserves.

Canterbury Resources is pushing ahead with a large-scale drilling program at its Briggs Copper Project while integrating its newly acquired Monto Project, setting the stage for a Pre-Feasibility Study on a potential tier-one copper operation.

Orbminco has completed key drilling and metallurgical milestones at Majestic North, keeping its development timeline on track for a September Mining Development and Closure Proposal lodgement and final investment decision.

Gorilla Gold Mines has struck a spectacular new high-grade gold intercept at its Vivien Project in WA and secured underground mine de-watering to unlock redevelopment options.

Ballard Mining’s June quarter at Mt Ida delivers promising high-grade gold intercepts and new discoveries, underpinning a robust resource growth strategy backed by a solid cash position.

Fenix Resources delivered record iron ore shipments and haulage volumes in the June 2026 quarter, achieving full-year FY26 production within guidance while maintaining cash costs. The company strengthened its balance sheet with a US$44 million funding facility and forged a new freight partnership to reduce shipping costs.

Everest Metals has obtained a critical mining lease for its Revere Gold Project in WA, marking a major step from exploration to development with a 260,780-ounce maiden resource and ongoing approvals.

Alkane Resources capped FY26 with record production of 168,337 gold equivalent ounces and $174 million in quarterly cash flow, announcing a maiden fully franked dividend and setting robust FY27 guidance.

Truscott Mining (ASX: TRM) is pressing ahead at its Tennant Creek projects, updating its flagship Westminster resource and confirming structural gold mineralisation from recent drilling. Expansion plans across North Tennant and Barkly projects underpin a disciplined, multi-year exploration strategy.