Latest Mining Jurisdiction News

Hawthorn Resources has initiated an extensive 8000m reverse circulation drilling program at its Anglo-Saxon gold project, aiming to enhance resource confidence and explore expansion opportunities following a positive pit optimisation study.

Altair Minerals has entered a binding agreement to acquire up to 70% of the Greater Oko Project in Guyana, positioning itself as a leading gold explorer in a rapidly emerging district adjacent to major discoveries.

Askari Metals has completed technical due diligence on its Nejo Gold and Copper Project in Ethiopia, clearing a key hurdle ahead of acquisition settlement and setting the stage for maiden drilling campaigns.

West Coast Silver has identified a dozen near-mine high-priority silver targets at its Elizabeth Hill project in Western Australia, leveraging integrated geophysical, geochemical, and geological data. The company plans immediate follow-up exploration including drilling and trenching to test these promising zones.

Siren Gold has appointed seasoned mining executive Zane Padman as CEO, signaling a strategic push to unlock the potential of its Sams Creek gold project. This leadership change aims to accelerate development amid strong market conditions for gold and antimony.

Firetail Resources has raised A$5 million in a strongly supported placement to accelerate exploration across its US and international gold and copper projects, including maiden drilling at the Excelsior Gold Project in Nevada.

Solis Minerals has secured permits to begin a significant 5,000-metre diamond drilling campaign at its Ilo Este copper-gold project in Peru, aiming to unlock large-scale mineral resources. Drilling is set to start in August 2025, following progress at the nearby Chancho al Palo project.

Riversgold Ltd advances its Kalgoorlie East gold project with new drilling approvals and strong metallurgical recoveries, while Canadian exploration yields impressive copper and antimony assays.

Magmatic Resources has secured the Weebo Gold Project in Western Australia and reported encouraging copper-gold drill results at its Myall Project, maintaining a robust cash position of $4.7 million.

West Coast Silver has completed a $6 million capital raise through its first tranche placement and converted performance rights, setting the stage for further exploration at its high-grade Elizabeth Hill silver project.

Benz Mining has announced the discovery of a new high-grade third gold lens at its Glenburgh Gold Project, alongside a significant down-dip extension of known mineralisation, validating its structural model and boosting exploration prospects.

Core Energy Minerals has initiated its first aircore drilling program at the Cummins Uranium Project in South Australia, while confirming uranium mineralisation in Brazil and refinancing its convertible notes to support ongoing exploration.