Latest Mining Operations News

Broken Hill Mines has raised $38.5 million through a strongly supported placement to accelerate exploration and development at its Rasp and Pinnacles mines, aiming to boost production and capitalise on high silver prices.

Wia Gold Limited reports robust assay results from extensive drilling at its Kokoseb Gold Project in Namibia, reinforcing prospects for both open pit expansion and underground mining. The company is on track to deliver a Definitive Feasibility Study by the second half of 2026.

Aura Energy has made significant strides in funding and development of its Tiris Uranium Project in Mauritania, while legislative progress in Sweden could unlock value at its Häggån Polymetallic Project. Rising uranium prices and secured offtake agreements underpin a positive outlook.

Manuka Resources has raised A$15 million to accelerate production at its Wonawinta Silver Mine and fund exploration drilling at Mt Boppy and Pipeline Ridge in New South Wales.

Solis Minerals has raised $5.9 million to fund the acquisition and exploration of its promising Cucho copper project, alongside ongoing and upcoming drilling programs at Ilo Este and Cinto in Peru.

Freehill Mining reports strong magnetite concentrate grades at its Yerbas Buenas project, while advancing its aggregates business and exploring copper-gold opportunities in Chile.

Aurelia Metals reports a robust September 2025 quarter, with production and costs aligning to plan and key projects advancing ahead of schedule. Significant growth in copper resources and reserves underpins a confident outlook for FY26 and beyond.

Echelon Resources has inked a significant gas supply agreement with McArthur River Mining, locking in 2.1 petajoules of firm gas plus additional volumes for 2026 and 2027. This deal underscores Echelon’s growing role in powering key Northern Territory industries.

Aurelia Metals has kicked off FY26 with robust production and cost management, driven by the ahead-of-schedule ramp-up at its Federation mine and promising progress at Great Cobar.

BHP kicked off FY26 with solid operational results, including a 4% rise in copper output and progress on major projects like Jansen potash. The miner maintains full-year guidance, supported by a constructive commodity market.

South32 reported a robust September quarter with a 12% rise in copper equivalent production and a 33% surge in manganese volumes, while advancing key projects and maintaining full-year guidance.

Great Divide Mining’s subsidiary has signed a binding term sheet with Native Mineral Resources to form a joint venture aimed at mining and processing gold ore from the Yellow Jack site, marking a key step towards production and cash flow.