Latest Permitting News

DeSoto Resources has initiated diamond drilling at its 100%-owned Fenton South Au-Cu Project in the Northern Territory, targeting a large, untested geophysical anomaly. The company also prepares to begin drilling at its fully permitted Spectrum Project, aiming to unlock multiple high-priority mineralisation targets.

Elixir Energy has unveiled a strategic, fully funded plan to develop its extensive gas resources in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, aiming for initial production by late 2027. The company leverages its dominant acreage position alongside Shell’s operations and a fast-follower approach to unlock multi-TCF reserves.

Lunnon Metals’ Managing Director Edmund Ainscough is set to present the company’s latest exploration milestones, highlighting the promising Lady Herial gold discovery and robust nickel assets in Western Australia.

Somerset Minerals has significantly expanded its footprint in Nunavut’s Coppermine copper region, acquiring 458 km² to become the largest landholder and gearing up for a maiden drilling campaign.

Jameson Resources has released a 2025 feasibility update for its Crown Mountain Hard Coking Coal Project, confirming reserves and revealing a 200% increase in pre-tax NPV despite significant capital and operating cost inflation.

Black Dragon Gold Corp. reported a Q1 2025 net loss of CAD 377,262 while advancing its Salave Gold Project in Spain, navigating permitting challenges and legal disputes over land re-zoning. The company also progressed exploration and asset sales in Australia, maintaining a cautious outlook on financing.

Farm Pride Foods has locked in a $27.57 million financing deal with NAB, refinancing existing debt and backing key capital projects to strengthen its growth trajectory.

Jameson Resources has released a 2025 feasibility update for its Crown Mountain Hard Coking Coal Project, confirming reserves and revealing a doubling of project NPV despite inflationary cost pressures.

Genmin Limited secures a A$2 million unsecured loan from its non-executive Chair to support working capital as it advances the Baniaka iron ore project in Gabon.

Adelong Gold has locked in a binding agreement to acquire the Lauriston Gold Project, boasting exceptional high-grade gold mineralisation adjacent to the world-class Fosterville Mine. The acquisition, backed by a $3 million capital raise, positions Adelong to rapidly expand its Victorian gold portfolio.

American Rare Earths reports high-grade rare earth oxide results from Wyoming's Cowboy State Mine, reinforcing its strategic position in the US critical minerals landscape.

Centaurus Metals has unveiled enhanced feasibility outcomes for its Jaguar Nickel Sulphide Project, confirming a 15-year open pit mine life with low-cost, high-grade nickel concentrate production. The project’s strong financial metrics and sustainability credentials position it as a strategic nickel supplier outside Indonesia.