Latest Mining Project Development News

Auric Mining has exceeded its 2026 gold production budgets at the Munda Starter Pit, delivering strong early results that validate the economic potential of the larger Munda Main Pit.

Resolute Mining has outlined its 2026 production guidance targeting up to 275,000 ounces of gold and revealed ambitious plans to more than double output by 2028 through key African project expansions.

Ausgold Limited has formalised a landmark cooperation agreement with the Wagyl Kaip Southern Noongar Aboriginal Corporation, setting a collaborative framework to advance the Katanning Gold Project in Western Australia with cultural heritage and community benefits at its core.

Galan Lithium has delivered the nanofiltration plant to its Hombre Muerto West site, pushing Phase 1 construction to 85% completion and targeting first lithium chloride concentrate production in H1 2026.

Reach Resources reports exceptional metallurgical test results from its Murchison South Gold Project, highlighting high gold recoveries and favourable processing characteristics that support toll milling potential.

Lode Resources has appointed Keith Mayes as Managing Director to spearhead the Montezuma Silver and Antimony Project development, while Ted Leschke shifts focus to exploration strategy as Executive Director – Exploration.

Nex Metals Explorations has agreed to sell its 20% interest in the Arika Joint Venture for $2.5 million cash plus shares in Arika Resources, refocusing on its Kookynie Tailings Project and new opportunities in Egypt’s Eastern Desert.

Kalamazoo Resources has reported a significant upgrade to its Mt Olympus underground gold resource alongside a robust scoping study and the commencement of a pre-feasibility study, supported by an $8 million capital raise.

Australian Rare Earths Limited (ASX – AR3) has made significant strides in advancing its Koppamurra Rare Earths Project, securing pilot-scale processing at ANSTO’s new facility and raising $6 million post-quarter to fund development. Concurrently, promising uranium targets have been identified at its Overland Project.

Andromeda Metals has made significant strides in advancing its Great White and High Purity Alumina projects, underpinned by a $14 million capital raise and the commencement of Early Works at the Great White site.

ioneer Ltd has raised approximately US$50.4 million through an institutional placement to fund the advancement of its Rhyolite Ridge lithium-boron project in Nevada towards a Final Investment Decision in the second half of 2026. The capital injection supports project readiness, environmental permitting, and early works for this strategically significant US critical minerals asset.

Celsius Resources has delivered a robust Definitive Feasibility Study for its Maalinao-Caigutan-Biyog Copper-Gold Project, confirming a 35-year mine life and strong economic returns. The company is actively progressing funding arrangements amid growing investor interest.