Latest Observability News

Norwest Minerals has reported a substantial 33% increase in its Bulgera Gold Project resource to 288,400 ounces and secured $4.85 million to advance exploration, including a new drilling campaign targeting deeper gold zones.

3D Energi is gearing up to drill up to six exploration wells in the offshore Otway Basin, targeting a massive 9.2 trillion cubic feet of prospective gas resources. The entry of Korea National Oil Corporation into the joint venture adds strategic weight to this pivotal East Coast energy project.

Koonenberry Gold has identified a significant new high-grade gold target at its Enmore Gold Project in northeast NSW, revealing a robust soil anomaly and impressive rock chip assays. Drilling is set to begin in late August, underscoring the district’s untapped potential beyond the Sunnyside Prospect.

Solis Minerals has intersected visible copper and gold mineralisation in its second diamond drill hole at the Chancho al Palo project in Peru, reinforcing the potential for a significant copper-gold system. Assay results are expected in July/August 2025.

Fletcher Building has initiated a strategic review exploring potential divestment of its Construction Division, responding to inbound interest and strong recent performance. While no sale decision has been made, the company is actively considering options.

Audinate Group has completed its $28 million acquisition of Iris Studio, a US-based leader in AI-powered, cloud-based camera control technology, marking a significant expansion into video production solutions.

The Supreme Court of Western Australia has approved Ramelius Resources' acquisition of Spartan Resources, setting the stage for a significant consolidation in the gold mining sector.

Whitebark Energy has completed a crucial cultural heritage survey at its Alinya Project, paving the way for soil geochemistry testing aimed at unlocking hydrogen, helium, and hydrocarbons in one of Australia’s largest undrilled sub-salt structures.

Gold Hydrogen Limited confirms full settlement of a strategic investment by three Japanese industry players, setting the stage for an ambitious 2025 work program at its Ramsay Project focused on natural hydrogen and helium exploration.

Larvotto Resources has successfully raised US$105 million through a senior secured bond to fund the restart of its Hillgrove Gold-Antimony Project in New South Wales, targeting mining operations by mid-2026.

Tivan and Sumitomo Corporation have formalised their joint venture for the Speewah Fluorite Project, securing a strategic investment from Japan’s JOGMEC. This partnership marks a significant step towards advancing the project’s feasibility and strengthening Australia-Japan critical minerals ties.

Elixir Energy has advanced its strategic plan in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, appointing a new COO, initiating a major cost reduction, and preparing to drill key exploration and appraisal wells that could unlock significant gas resources.