Latest Ore Processing News

Ioneer Ltd announces a significant upgrade to the economics of its Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project in Nevada, driven by a process optimization that increases annual ore throughput by 25% without extra capital costs.

Native Mineral Resources has released a JORC 2012-compliant update to its Granite Castle gold-silver resource, outlining 64,500 ounces of gold and 1.24 million ounces of silver. This milestone sets the stage for accelerated development near its existing Blackjack operations in Queensland.

Coda Minerals reports a metallurgical breakthrough at its Elizabeth Creek project, significantly increasing copper and silver recoveries while reducing costs, leading to a substantial uplift in project economics. The simplified flowsheet excludes cobalt from the base case, lowering risk and positioning cobalt as future upside.

Ora Banda Mining Ltd delivered a standout FY25 with net profit soaring 575% to $186 million, driven by record gold production and successful underground mine expansions. The company sets ambitious FY26 targets amid strong operational momentum.

Odyssey Gold Limited has reported preliminary metallurgical test results from its Tuckanarra Gold Project, revealing strong gold recoveries across oxide and fresh sulphide ores. These findings support the potential for ore processing at Monument Murchison’s Burnakura plant under their joint venture.

Auric Mining has executed a contract to acquire the Burbanks Mill in Western Australia for $4.4 million, marking a strategic step towards operational independence and enhanced value capture.

Robex Resources Inc. reported a challenging Q2 2025 with a significant net loss driven by legal settlements and subsidiary dissolution, yet it progresses steadily on its Kiniéro Gold Project with strong backing from its recent ASX IPO and Sprott financing.

Burgundy Diamond Mines reported a mixed Q2-2025 with increased ore mined and carats recovered but lower revenue and earnings, prompting a strategic pivot including placing Point Lake on care and maintenance and extending Misery mine life.

Gibb River Diamonds has received the crucial Mining Proposal Permit for its Neta Gold Prospect, setting the stage for mining operations to begin with equipment mobilisation planned for August 2025.

Burgundy Diamond Mines reported a mixed Q2-2025 with increased ore mined and carats recovered but lower revenue and margins, prompting a strategic pivot away from Point Lake and an extended focus on Misery and Fox underground operations.

Everest Metals Corporation’s initial drilling at Mt Dimer Taipan confirms promising gold and silver mineralisation, with resource expansion potential and mining approvals expected soon.

Matsa Resources has commenced mining at its Devon Pit Gold Mine with first ore processing slated for September 2025, while also receiving a significant $5.7 million deposit from AngloGold Ashanti under a $101 million tenement option agreement.