Latest Mining Operations News

Zenith Minerals has secured final regulatory approval to commence Phase 2 of its RC drilling program at the Consolidated Dulcie Gold Project, aiming to convert a significant Exploration Target into a JORC-compliant resource.

Aurelia Metals has reported a robust turnaround in FY25 with a 69% jump in EBITDA and a return to profitability, driven by operational gains at Peak and Federation. The company is advancing key growth projects targeting 40kt copper equivalent production by FY28.

Fortescue Ltd reported a solid FY25 with record iron ore shipments and a strong profit, while making significant strides in its decarbonisation agenda including renewable energy projects and green metal production.

29Metals Limited has reversed a significant loss to report a $35.3 million net profit for the first half of 2025, driven by stronger production at Golden Grove and improved metal prices, while Capricorn Copper remains suspended amid ongoing water and regulatory challenges.

Western Gold Resources has kicked off a major 35,300-metre grade control and infill drilling program at its Gold Duke Project, aiming to de-risk operations and support a mining start in late Q4 2025.

Locksley Resources has partnered with Rice University to pioneer domestic antimony processing in the US, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign supply and support critical defense and energy sectors.

Dome Gold Mines has announced a $5 million Share Purchase Plan at a 6.25% discount to fund critical milestones for its Sigatoka Sands Project in Fiji, aiming to secure a mining licence and commence operations.

Desert Metals Limited has reported multiple high-grade gold intercepts from its initial diamond drilling phase at the King Kong prospect in Côte d’Ivoire, confirming a significant gold system over a strike length exceeding 1.4 kilometres.

Diatreme Resources has achieved a significant regulatory milestone with Project Status granted across its silica sand tenements in Far North Queensland, alongside critical tenure renewals that preserve its strategic landholdings. This development strengthens its pathway toward long-term production of low-iron, high-purity silica sand.

Magmatic Resources has completed the second stage of acquiring the Weebo Gold Project in Western Australia and initiated a robust exploration program targeting high-potential gold zones.

Leeuwin Metals has identified 11 new high-grade gold targets at its Marda Gold Project, with assays reaching an exceptional 209 g/t Au. A comprehensive drilling campaign is set to begin in September 2025 to test these promising discoveries.

Alara Resources has achieved a significant 77% increase in daily copper concentrate production at its Al Wash-hi Majaza mine in Oman, marking a major operational milestone.