Latest Nickel Copper News

Mantle Minerals has identified eleven promising exploration targets at its Yule River Project, signalling potential for multiple mineral systems including VHMS and orogenic gold. Meanwhile, progress continues at Pardoo and Carlton Hill projects alongside ongoing capital returns to shareholders.

Chalice Mining has completed a pivotal Pre-Feasibility Study for its Gonneville Palladium-Nickel-Copper Project, defining a maiden Ore Reserve and setting sights on a Final Investment Decision by mid-2028 amid robust metal prices.

GreenTech Metals has completed a major acquisition of a 70% interest in the high-grade Munni Munni PGE-Cu-Ni Project in Western Australia, backed by a $5.2 million capital raise and a strengthened board. The company has commenced drilling to validate historical resources and aims for a JORC-compliant update in early 2026.

Avira Resources has completed its acquisition of the Mt Cattlin Gold Project, validating historical data and advancing plans for a significant drilling program in early 2026, backed by a $2.5 million capital raise.

Verity Resources has delivered strong drilling results at its Monument Gold Project, secured full ownership of Botswana copper-silver assets, and confirmed significant rare earth mineralisation in Brazil, setting the stage for a pivotal 2026.

IGO Limited reports a robust quarter with improved safety, higher spodumene production and prices at Greenbushes, successful commissioning of CGP3, and solid performance at Nova. Despite challenges at Kwinana refinery, the group’s underlying EBITDA and cash flow strengthened.

Iron Road Ltd maintained modest spending on its Central Eyre Iron Project while progressing exploration at the Mulgathing Project, with key drilling results awaited. The company also updated its strategic land options at Cape Hardy amid subdued steel market conditions.

Miramar Resources is advancing its exploration programs with planned drilling at the Gidji JV Gold Project and Chain Pool, backed by a $1.2 million placement and strategic board appointments.

Blackstone Minerals reports a Cease & Desist order halting exploration at its Mankayan Copper-Gold Project, while securing key Indigenous and government approvals and undergoing significant board changes.

GoldArc Resources has identified four new blind gold mineralised zones at its Leonora South Gold Project through maiden aircore drilling, revealing promising shallow gold intercepts and polymetallic mineralisation at Jessop Creek.

A takeover premium blew the doors off the Materials board this week, while one discounted equity raise did the opposite. Uranium names kept climbing on real production progress, and rare earths stayed in favour as governments and buyers circle supply.

A takeover offer lit up small caps, while one high-growth software name slid hard despite strong sector news. Resources dominated the winners list, but investors still punished dilution and discounted fundraisings.