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29Metals delivered a robust December quarter at its Golden Grove mine with strong copper and zinc production, while Capricorn Copper remains suspended pending critical regulatory approvals. The company is progressing key growth projects and board changes as it navigates liquidity and operational challenges.

29Metals reported a strong December quarter with increased copper and zinc production at Golden Grove, cost efficiencies, and steady progress on key projects, while Capricorn Copper remains suspended pending regulatory approvals.

Sunstone Metals has reported a 33% increase in its Bramaderos gold-copper resource to 3.6 million ounces gold equivalent, alongside a maiden 1.2 million ounce resource at El Palmar. The company is gearing up for renewed drilling and advancing strategic partnerships.

Broken Hill Mines is advancing preparations for mining at its Pinnacles silver-lead-zinc mine, targeting a June 2026 production start with expanded drilling and site upgrades.

Mastermyne Group has extended its exclusive distribution agreement with Jennmar Holdings for critical strata consolidation products by a decade, locking in supply until 2047. This move strengthens its foothold in the Australian underground coal mining sector.

BHP has reported a robust operational half-year, setting new production records and raising its copper output forecast for FY26 amid strong commodity prices.

GoldArc Resources has consolidated 100% ownership of the Mt Stirling gold deposit and activated a $2.5 million funding facility, kickstarting a diamond drilling program to advance mining plans.

Lefroy Exploration has begun mining ore at its Lucky Strike Gold Deposit, marking its transition to gold producer with first processing set for February 2026. This milestone aligns with strong gold prices, positioning Lefroy for potential cash flow generation.

Yancoal has reported record coal production and sales for 2025, achieving near the top of its guidance range with improved realised prices despite challenging market conditions. The company’s robust cash position and disciplined cost management position it well for future growth.

NRW Holdings’ subsidiary Golding Contractors has landed a $750 million mining services contract at Queensland’s Stanwell Meandu Mine, marking a significant expansion in its contract mining portfolio.

Nickel Industries faced a challenging December quarter due to delayed regulatory approvals impacting ore sales, yet the company kicked off 2026 with robust nickel ore sales and record earnings from its HPAL project.

Riversgold Limited reports encouraging shallow gold intersections at its Northern Zone Gold Project near Kalgoorlie, supported by a $2.15 million capital raise with MEGA Resources as a key investor. The drilling results and strategic partnership set the stage for advancing mining plans in 2026.