Latest Mining Operations News

ACDC Metals has released a comprehensive scoping study for its Goschen Central project in Victoria, revealing strong economic potential through a two-phase heavy mineral sand and rare earth element operation. The study highlights robust financial metrics and strategic importance in critical minerals supply.

Perpetual Resources has commenced its first-ever drilling program at the Igrejinha Lithium Project in Brazil’s renowned Lithium Valley, targeting high-grade spodumene mineralisation. Results from this initial phase are expected from July 2025.

St George Mining has initiated a 10,000-metre drilling program at its Araxá Project in Brazil, aiming to significantly grow its already substantial rare earths and niobium resource. The campaign combines multiple drilling techniques alongside a high-resolution airborne magnetic survey to unlock further mineral potential.

Cokal Limited has secured US$15 million in strategic debt funding to ramp up metallurgical coal production at its BBM mine, while terminating all agreements with Cratus due to non-performance.

North Stawell Minerals Ltd (ASX, NSM) is advancing its gold exploration ambitions with a $3.6 million equity raising aimed at funding key projects near the prolific Stawell Gold Mine in Victoria. The capital injection will support drilling and geological modelling to unlock new gold discoveries under a thin sediment cover.

Celsius Resources’ Philippine subsidiary has launched a detailed drilling campaign to refine the feasibility and engineering plans for its flagship copper-gold project, aiming to unlock further value and operational clarity.

Freehill Mining has expanded its footprint in Chile’s La Serena region by securing a third site to increase aggregate production capacity, supporting major infrastructure projects and funding future magnetite mining operations.

Zenith Minerals has secured exclusive subsurface exploration and mining rights over a key tenement package adjacent to its Dulcie Far North gold resource, significantly expanding its footprint in Western Australia's Marvel Loch–Forrestania gold belt. The deal includes milestone-based options for full ownership and a royalty agreement, setting the stage for accelerated resource growth.

Bowen Coking Coal is set to transition its Burton Mine Complex to an owner-operator model from July 1, 2025, aiming to increase production and reduce costs. This strategic shift marks a new chapter in Bowen’s operational control and growth ambitions.

Cygnus Metals has reported impressive high-grade assay results from its Golden Eye prospect in Quebec, confirming multiple mineralised zones and setting the stage for an initial resource estimate.

Coronado Global Resources has strengthened its financial position with a $150 million liquidity injection and a pivotal five-year coal supply agreement with Stanwell Corporation, reshaping its export potential from 2027.

James Bay Minerals has reported significant high-grade gold and silver intercepts extending mineralisation well beyond current estimates at its Independence Project in Nevada, highlighting strong growth potential.