Latest Mt Isa Region News

Austral Resources Australia Ltd has defied extreme wet-season weather in NW Queensland to deliver copper production above budget and guidance in Q4 2025, showcasing operational resilience and strong risk management.

True North Copper has released final assay results from its Aquila prospect, confirming continuous high-grade copper-cobalt-silver mineralisation extending at least 250 metres deep and 900 metres along strike. The discovery underscores the significant growth potential of the Mt Oxide district.

True North Copper has raised $12.5 million through a heavily oversubscribed placement to fast-track drilling and exploration at its flagship Mt Oxide Project and the promising Aquila discovery.

Larvotto Resources has secured an exclusive option to acquire the historically mined Blockade Mine in Mt Isa, Queensland, with plans for a targeted drilling program to validate and expand known copper mineralisation. This move could pivot Larvotto’s Mt Isa project from exploration to development.

True North Copper has announced a major breakthrough at its Mt Oxide Project, hitting a standout 7 meters at 7.9% copper at the Aquila Prospect, extending the mineralised strike to over 700 meters and confirming a robust copper-cobalt-silver system.

Coppermoly Limited reported ongoing exploration activities in Queensland's Mt Isa region with mixed drilling results, while securing a strategic acquisition in Western Australia targeting critical minerals. The company faces a cash outflow of $701,000 but plans further geophysical surveys to refine drilling targets.

True North Copper reported significant copper-gold and copper-cobalt-silver discoveries in its September 2025 quarter, reinforcing its growth strategy and financial strength heading into 2026.

Breakthrough Minerals has entered a conditional agreement to acquire a substantial North Queensland Copper-Gold Project near Mt Isa, boasting an 18.8 million tonne resource and backed by an $8.15 million capital raise. The acquisition positions the company for aggressive exploration and development in a prolific copper district.

Carnaby Resources has completed the acquisition of the remaining 17.5% stake in the Greater Duchess Copper Gold Joint Venture, gaining 100% ownership and full operational control. This strategic move positions Carnaby to accelerate development and unlock the project’s significant copper-gold potential.

Aruma Resources has locked in $3.515 million through a placement to fund targeted exploration across its copper, heavy mineral sands, and uranium projects in Australia. The capital raise, supported by directors and new investors, aims to advance drilling and sampling programs at key sites.

Antares Metals has identified several high-grade uranium prospects at its Mt Isa North Project, with surface samples reaching nearly 2,000 ppm U3O8 and plans underway for maiden drilling at Queens Gift.

Carnaby Resources has reported a game-changing drill result at its Trek 1 prospect, intersecting 7m at 9.3% copper equivalent, significantly extending known mineralisation beyond the current resource estimate.