Latest Operational Readiness News

BCI Minerals reports steady progress on its Mardie Salt and Potash Project with 77% construction completion and key operational milestones achieved, positioning the company for first salt shipment by December 2026.

RLF AgTech Ltd has reported a record December quarter with $10.4 million in cash receipts, driven by strong performances across its LiquaForce, China, and newly operational Australian divisions. Positive field trial results in Vietnam and ongoing expansion in Southeast Asia underpin the company’s growth outlook.

Toubani Resources is poised to begin construction on its Kobada Gold Project in Mali after securing key environmental approvals and a substantial financing package. The company is advancing rapidly towards becoming a major gold producer in Africa.

Anax Metals Limited has secured a strategic $2.4 million placement and a $3.5 million loan, reinforcing its development plans for the Whim Creek Project in Western Australia's Pilbara region. The company is progressing its feasibility study update, due in March 2026, while advancing partnerships and funding strategies.

Austral Resources Australia Ltd has emerged strongly from a 26-month ASX suspension, delivering robust copper production and sales that beat expectations in the December 2025 quarter. The company’s strategic acquisitions and exploration efforts position it for growth in 2026.

Santana Minerals has cleared key regulatory and operational hurdles for its Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project in New Zealand, with a 30-year mining permit granted and strong drilling results boosting project prospects ahead of targeted mid-2026 construction.

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.

Cyprium Metals is advancing its brownfield restart of the Nifty Copper Complex in Western Australia, targeting mid-2026 copper cathode production with a low-capital, high-cash-flow approach. The company has secured $41 million through an institutional placement and entitlement offer to fund exploration and expansion.

Lindian Resources has accelerated development at its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project, securing full ownership and awarding key construction contracts, while attracting strategic international attention.

Core Lithium has unveiled an optimised mine plan for its Grants deposit that promises earlier ore production and a $35-45 million reduction in pre-production capital. The company also reported a significant increase in its Finniss Project Ore Reserve and is advancing towards a Final Investment Decision amid improved lithium market conditions.

Northern Star Resources reported a softer December quarter with operational setbacks prompting a downward revision of FY26 gold production guidance and higher costs. Key growth projects remain on track, underpinning future optimism.