Latest Mining Operations News

Alma Metals is advancing its Briggs Copper Project with a deep diamond drill hole underway and the scoping study nearing completion, supported by a Queensland Government grant and solid financial footing.

Javelin Minerals has locked in a $25 million mining and funding agreement with MEGA Resources, boosting its Eureka Gold Project resources and setting sights on production by mid-2026. The company also raised $4.5 million to accelerate exploration at its key WA gold assets.

Genesis Minerals delivered a record 72,878 ounces of gold in the September quarter, surpassing guidance and generating a robust A$166 million cash build. The company’s ASPIRE 400 growth strategy advances with key approvals and exploration success, setting the stage for sustained expansion.

Alchemy Resources has entered a binding option agreement with Newcam Minerals, unlocking significant funding and operational expertise for its Bryah Iron Ore projects in Western Australia.

Ionic Rare Earths has expanded its capital raising to $15.6 million, driven by a $3 million strategic investment from US firm Argentem Creek Partners and strong shareholder support. The funds will accelerate projects across magnet recycling, rare earth refining, and US supply chain development.

Metro Mining Limited achieved record quarterly bauxite shipments with improved cost efficiency, yet a recent operational outage and river constraints have prompted a downward revision of its 2025 production forecast.

Native Mineral Resources reports a successful ramp-up of gold production at its Blackjack plant, delivering nearly 700 ounces of refined gold and securing $10 million in fresh capital to fuel ongoing operations and exploration.

FireFly Metals has announced a significant extension of high-grade copper-gold mineralisation at its Green Bay Project in Canada, with drill results revealing a 650m expansion beyond previous estimates. The standout intersection of 49m at 6.1% copper equivalent underscores the project’s growing potential.

Robex Resources has commenced mining at its Kiniero Gold Project in Guinea, maintaining its schedule and budget to achieve first gold production by the fourth quarter of 2025.

Meeka Metals’ first drilling at Turnberry North delivers thick, high-grade gold intersections, signaling potential resource expansion and extended mining at the Murchison Gold Project.

Alkane Resources reports a total of 1.97 million ounces of gold in Mineral Resources at its Swedish Björkdal operations, with underground mining ongoing and open pit mining paused until 2027. Exploration highlights suggest promising extensions near existing infrastructure.

Bougainville Copper Limited remains inactive in production but advances talks with international mining firms to revive the long-dormant Panguna Project, backed by the Autonomous Bougainville Government.