Latest Operational Outlook News

First Lithium Limited has secured an $800,000 loan facility and received encouraging signals from the Mali government on license renewals for its key lithium projects, setting the stage for resource estimation and further development.

Estrella Resources has secured all approvals to begin maiden drilling at its Werumata limestone project, targeting a substantial 500 million tonne resource near key infrastructure in Timor-Leste.

Hot Chili Limited has initiated a second phase of diamond drilling at its La Verde copper-gold porphyry discovery in Chile, aiming to significantly enlarge the known mineralised footprint. This follows a successful initial drilling campaign that confirmed substantial copper mineralisation open at depth and laterally.

New Zealand King Salmon Investments Limited reported a significant interim loss driven by biological asset valuation pressures and operational costs, while announcing a strategic $8.14 million property purchase.

ADX Energy has secured a pivotal court ruling that allows it to resume drilling and testing at its Welchau-1 well in Austria, overcoming environmental objections and strengthening its exploration prospects.

Santana Minerals has reported a significant high-grade gold intercept extending the Rise and Shine deposit 250 metres down plunge, suggesting a potentially much larger orebody and longer mine life.

Scout Security reports a 52% jump in quarterly cash receipts and a 31% reduction in operating outflows, while advancing plans to acquire New York’s Roo Inc.

Paladin Energy has completed a fully underwritten A$300 million equity raising, positioning the company to advance its Patterson Lake South uranium project and ramp up operations at the Langer Heinrich Mine.

iTech Minerals has officially kicked off its lithium joint venture with SQM at the Reynolds Range project, receiving a $2 million payment for an initial 30% stake in lithium rights. This partnership sets the stage for significant exploration activity in the Northern Territory.

Medallion Metals has taken a crucial step forward by ordering a secondary ball mill to upgrade the Cosmic Boy Concentrator, underpinning its Sulphide Production Strategy and advancing its feasibility study toward a final investment decision.

New Hope Corporation has updated its 2025 coal resources and reserves, highlighting a significant increase at West Muswellbrook due to a new geological model, while overall reserves remain steady.

Evolution Mining announces a robust 55.65% participation in its Dividend Reinvestment Plan, issuing over 16.6 million new shares at a discounted price of $8.73. The final dividend payment is set for early October alongside reiterated production guidance for FY2026.