Latest Mining Lease Approvals News

Alligator Energy is progressing its Samphire Uranium Project in South Australia into trial production, supported by strong project economics and promising exploration potential. The company targets first uranium production by 2030/31 while derisking operations through a Field Recovery Trial.

Everest Metals Corporation is progressing rapidly with near-term gold production at its Mt Dimer Taipan and Revere Gold projects while simultaneously developing Australia’s first rubidium industry at Mt Edon. The company reports strong resource upgrades, ongoing mining, and promising pilot plant plans for critical minerals.

Hammer Metals has submitted a Mining Lease Application for its Orelia North gold deposit in Western Australia, aiming to accelerate development amid a buoyant gold price. Recent drilling results extend mineralisation, supporting resource growth ahead of a planned 2026 upgrade.

Zuleika Gold has resolved its long-running litigation with Catalyst Metals, receiving $46 million in cash and shares, with a further $2 million due soon. The company also upgraded its gold resources significantly, positioning itself for aggressive development and exploration.

ABx Group Limited has reported significant progress across its rare earths, fluorine chemical, and bauxite mining projects, underpinned by a $6 million capital raise and promising metallurgical results.

Legacy Iron Ore Limited has completed phase I mining at its Mount Celia gold operation and made significant progress on the Mount Bevan magnetite project, underpinning its growth strategy in Western Australia’s mineral sector.

Carnavale Resources has marked key progress at its Kookynie Gold Project, signing a pivotal Heritage and Mining Agreement and launching a Bankable Feasibility Study aimed at production by mid-2026.

Zuleika Gold Limited has announced its first inferred mineral resource estimate for the Paradigm East deposit, marking a key milestone in its Kalgoorlie-area gold projects. Combined with the Credo Well resource, the company now holds over 35,000 ounces of gold resources as it advances mining lease applications and plans further drilling.

Magnetic Resources NL has upgraded its Lady Julie Gold Project resource to 2.24 million ounces, with over 80% now in the Indicated category, positioning the company closer to development readiness. The LJN4 deposit remains a standout as one of Western Australia’s largest and highest-grade undeveloped open pit gold deposits.

Tartana Minerals reports compelling rock chip assay results revealing significant copper, silver, indium, and gold mineralisation across multiple prospects at its Cardross and Maid projects, underpinning plans to expand its 0.5 million ounce gold resource.

Alligator Energy has completed its Samphire pilot plant on time and under budget, setting the stage for a critical Field Recovery Trial in early 2026. The company also divested non-core Northern Territory assets to sharpen its focus and strengthen liquidity for its South Australian uranium projects.

Magnetic Resources NL has updated its Mineral Resource Estimate for the Lady Julie Gold Project, now exceeding 2.24 million ounces of gold with a strong majority classified as Indicated. The LJN4 deposit alone tops 2 million ounces, positioning the project for imminent development.