Latest Operational Ramp Up News

Western Gold Resources has approved the Decision to Mine for its Gold Duke Project, marking a key shift from exploration to production with first gold targeted in early 2026.

KGL Resources has appointed Sam Strohmayr as its new CEO, bringing deep global mining expertise, while also establishing a new operations office in Darwin to bolster stakeholder engagement.

Javelin Minerals is set to begin diamond drilling at its Eureka Gold Project in Western Australia this November, paving the way for mining operations scheduled for mid-2026. The campaign aims to refine resource estimates and unlock high-grade extensions, supported by secured financing and partnerships.

Savannah Goldfields has resumed gold production at its Georgetown plant, pouring its first doré since early 2024, while preparing to commence mining at Big Reef and expand operations at Agate Creek.

Liontown Resources reported a robust September quarter, doubling underground ore output and strengthening its balance sheet to $420 million. The company’s FY26 guidance confirms a strategic shift to underground mining with anticipated cost improvements.

New Murchison Gold Limited has officially transitioned to a gold producer with first ore crushed and shipped from its Crown Prince Gold Mine, backed by strong exploration results and a successful $15 million capital raise.

IRIS Metals has successfully completed test mining at its fully permitted Beecher lithium project and expanded its US footprint with a strategic acquisition, while securing $4.27 million to fund ongoing exploration and development.

Freehill Mining reported a transitional quarter marked by a dip in sales due to project cycles but offset by strategic site acquisitions and a successful capital raise. The company is poised for growth with new processing sites and promising magnetite test results.

Liontown Resources reported robust FY25 results with over 294,000 dmt of spodumene concentrate produced and commenced underground mining on schedule. The company is transitioning to 100% underground production by Q3 FY26, aiming for scalable, low-cost operations from FY27 despite a 36% drop in spodumene prices.

Auric Mining has officially begun mining operations at its Munda Gold Mine Starter Pit in Western Australia, marking a key milestone in its growth strategy. The company targets 6,100 ounces of gold production over five months with full site infrastructure now operational.

Emmerson Resources has significantly expanded its White Devil gold resource by 25% to over 611,000 ounces, driving a 162% increase in the total Tennant Creek resource base. Meanwhile, commissioning of the Nobles CIL processing plant is ahead of schedule, setting the stage for imminent gold production.

Boss Energy’s March quarter report reveals a successful ramp-up at its Honeymoon Uranium Project, delivering its first free cash flow and beating cost guidance, while strategic investments and exploration progress position the company well amid a tightening uranium market.