Latest Ore Reserve News

Austral Resources Australia Ltd has launched a $40 million placement at 5 cents per share to fund the acquisition and recommissioning of the Rocklands copper project in Queensland. The offer includes share and option issues tied to debt conversions and is conditional on shareholder approval and ASX reinstatement.

Brightstar Resources has reported significant high-grade gold intercepts and visible gold in diamond drilling at its Yunndaga deposit, reinforcing the potential of the Menzies Gold Project ahead of a resource upgrade and maiden underground reserve declaration.

Astral Resources reports strong assay results from in-fill drilling at the Iris Deposit within its Mandilla Gold Project, revealing high-grade gold intercepts that support an upcoming resource upgrade and ongoing feasibility studies.

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.

Westgold Resources reports a significant 24% increase in gold Mineral Resources to 16.3 million ounces and a 5% rise in Ore Reserves to 3.5 million ounces, underpinning a decade-long Reserve life with robust milling capacity.

VRX Silica Limited has obtained crucial environmental approval for its Arrowsmith North Silica Sand Project, paving the way for binding contracts and first production targeted in late 2026.

Southern Palladium has initiated a comprehensive drilling campaign at its Bengwenyama PGM project, marking a critical step toward completing its Definitive Feasibility Study in early 2026. The program aims to refine metallurgical data and mine design while regulatory approvals edge closer.

Canyon Resources has confirmed its Minim Martap Bauxite Project in Cameroon as a world-class, tier-one operation with production set to begin in early 2026. The project boasts over 1 billion tonnes of high-grade bauxite, strong economics, and secured financing.

Canyon Resources’ Definitive Feasibility Study confirms Minim Martap as a major bauxite project with a 33% ore reserve increase and robust economics, targeting production start in early 2026.

Vanadium Resources Limited has extended the deadline to finalise pricing terms with China Precious Asia Limited, while progressing mining contractor discussions and pit optimisation at its Steelpoortdrift vanadium project.

Lotus Resources has achieved a pivotal milestone by producing its first yellowcake at the Kayelekera Uranium Mine, marking its emergence as a global uranium producer. The company targets ramping up production to 200,000 pounds per month by early 2026.

Catalyst Metals Limited reported record FY2025 financial results driven by stable operations at the Plutonic Gold Belt and a buoyant gold price environment. The company plans to double annual gold production to 200koz through development of new mines and expanded exploration.