Latest Mining Operations News

Altamin Limited has completed the acquisition of Appian Italy’s 29.85% stake in Vedra Metals, gaining 100% ownership of the Gorno Project and positioning itself for streamlined development or sale.

Matsa Resources has announced a maiden gold reserve of 46,000 ounces at its Devon Pit Gold Mine, supported by a robust pre-feasibility study and all necessary permits, positioning the company for near-term production.

International Graphite advances its vision of a fully integrated graphite supply chain in Western Australia, securing significant government funding and delivering promising drilling and testwork results at its Springdale project.

Aquirian’s subsidiary Western Energetics has secured a $20 million, three-year supply agreement with Mt Ida Goldmine, delivering innovative energetics and technology solutions that promise cost savings and environmental benefits.

Rand Mining Ltd reports strong December quarter drilling results at the Hornet deposit within the East Kundana Joint Venture, setting the stage for open pit mining in FY25. The exploration highlights high-grade gold mineralisation and outlines a clear path for resource updates and further discovery drilling.

Tribune Resources Ltd reports strong December quarter drilling results at the Hornet deposit within the East Kundana Joint Venture, setting the stage for open pit mining in FY25.

Australia United Mining Limited reported steady progress in its New South Wales and Queensland gold projects during the December 2024 quarter, including production from the Ropewalk mine and promising trenching results. Despite limited cash reserves, the company plans to sustain operations with ongoing financial support.

Investigator Resources Limited has postponed the Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) for its Paris Silver Project to mid-2025, citing rising costs and the need for further optimisation. Meanwhile, exploration drilling continues and asset sales bolster the company’s cash position to $2.7 million.

Santana Minerals has reported a robust Pre-feasibility Study for its Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project, lifting the after-tax NPV to A$1.2 billion and IRR to 76%, as it progresses detailed engineering and fast-track permitting in New Zealand.

Cygnus Metals has reported a significant new copper-gold-silver intersection at its Chibougamau Project, revealing a potential new lode just 250 metres from the main Corner Bay deposit. This discovery underscores the project's exploration upside and resource growth potential.

Horizon Gold advances its Gum Creek Gold Project with ongoing diamond drilling and a major upcoming RC drilling campaign aimed at upgrading its 2.14 million ounce gold resource. The company also strengthens its balance sheet following a strategic share sale.

Fortescue Metals Group has delivered its highest ever half-year iron ore shipments of 97.1 million tonnes, alongside a notable 10% reduction in hematite production costs, underscoring operational strength and advancing decarbonisation efforts.