Latest Ore Processing News

Aguia Resources has implemented strategic operational changes at its Santa Barbara Gold Project in Colombia, achieving a 70% gold recovery rate in December and targeting over 80% in early 2026.

Lefroy Exploration has made a strong start at its Lucky Strike Gold Mine near Kalgoorlie, with pre-strip mining well underway and first ore haulage scheduled for early 2026. The company is fully funded and poised to begin toll milling in February, marking a significant step toward production.

Native Mineral Resources has secured the Estimated Rehabilitation Cost decision, unlocking mining activities at the Podosky site with drilling set for January 2026 and ore processing targeted by late February.

Lindian Resources has optimised its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project, increasing ore processing capacity by 25% and appointing Obsideo as the design and construction contractor for its processing plant. This upgrade significantly enhances the project's financial outlook while keeping capital costs within budget.

Gibb River Diamonds has begun trucking and processing operations at its Neta Gold Mine, securing 130,000 tonnes of ore for milling at two contracted facilities in Western Australia.

Javelin Minerals has lodged its Mining Proposal for the Eureka Gold Project, setting the stage for mining to commence in mid-2026 and first cashflow by Q3. Fully funded and partnered with MEGA Resources, the project is on track to unlock value in Western Australia’s prolific goldfields.

American Rare Earths has successfully produced mixed rare earth oxides from Halleck Creek ore, marking a pivotal technical breakthrough in its mineral processing program. This achievement advances the project closer to commercial viability amid growing demand for critical minerals.

Elevate Uranium has successfully assembled its U-pgrade™ Demonstration/Pilot Plant in Namibia, with steady state operations expected to start in January 2026. This milestone aims to validate a proprietary beneficiation process that could transform uranium processing economics.

New Murchison Gold Limited has released its 2025 Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves update for the Crown Prince Gold Mine, reflecting initial mining depletion and confirming the project’s economic viability. The company is now focusing on underground potential and near-mine exploration.

St Barbara Limited’s latest Feasibility Study confirms the Simberi Expansion Project as a long-life, low-cost gold and silver operation with robust economics and a 13-year mine life. The project promises over 2 million ounces of gold production and competitive costs, pending key regulatory approvals.

Lincoln Minerals has partnered with Revera Energy to explore a green hydrogen-fueled iron pellet plant at the Eyre Magnetite Project, aiming to advance sustainable steel production in South Australia.

Austral Gold has released its production guidance for fiscal 2026, forecasting 26,000 to 30,000 gold-equivalent ounces from its Chilean and Argentine operations. The outlook reflects steady output at Guanaco and a restart at Casposo, with a notable toll-processing agreement shaping part of the year’s production.