Latest Production Restart News

Bass Oil has signed a binding three-year gas sales agreement with Origin Energy for supply from the Vanessa Gas Project, marking a strategic entry into the East Coast Gas Market starting in 2026.

Pacgold has finalized its acquisition of the White Dam Gold Operation in South Australia, setting the stage for a near-term production restart with modest capital investment. The move complements its Queensland projects and offers a clear path to cash flow.

Manuka Resources has signed a term sheet for a US$22.5 million loan facility to fund the restart of silver and gold production at its Wonawinta Silver Mine, targeting first production in Q2 2026. This financing complements a recent capital raise and aims to strengthen the company’s balance sheet ahead of production.

Variscan Mines Limited is advancing its high-grade zinc projects in Spain with a near-term production target and strategic expansion into Ireland, supported by strong drilling results and favorable market conditions.

Schaffer Corporation delivered solid FY25 results with revenue growth and record property valuations, but the Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack clouds the near-term outlook for its Automotive Leather division.

Pacgold has completed its maiden drilling at White Lion, intersecting promising gold mineralisation, while extending the Jerry Dodds lode strike to 1.8km, both discoveries supporting further exploration in 2026.

Gorilla Gold reports robust drilling results from its Comet Vale Gold Project, setting the stage for a significant December 2025 resource update. The company’s exploration success at Cheer, Lakeview, and Sovereign prospects highlights promising high-grade gold intercepts.

Eagle Mountain Mining has taken significant steps to re-enter its Oracle Ridge copper project in Arizona through a strategic option agreement and a potential joint venture with Japan’s Nittetsu Mining. The deal promises to clear debt and fund early development, setting the stage for a medium-term production restart.

Tolu Minerals has secured a $60.5 million capital raise and appointed Dr Chris Muller as CEO, setting the stage for a production restart at Tolukuma Gold Mine in the second half of 2026 alongside a major drilling program.

Manuka Resources has secured significant funding and restructured debt to support the restart of its Australian mines, while awaiting a pivotal environmental decision on its New Zealand Taranaki VTM Project.

True North Copper reported significant copper-gold and copper-cobalt-silver discoveries in its September 2025 quarter, reinforcing its growth strategy and financial strength heading into 2026.

FireFly Metals has reported exceptional drilling results at its Green Bay Copper-Gold Project, extending known mineralisation by over 650 metres and progressing key studies for an upscaled production restart.