Latest Project Approvals News

Sheffield Resources reported a 20% rise in ore mined and an 11% increase in concentrate production at its Thunderbird Mine, alongside an 8% jump in zircon prices amid improving market conditions.

EQ Resources delivered a breakout quarter with A$79 million revenue and A$22.5 million operating cash flow, driven by a 176% production surge at Mt Carbine and soaring tungsten prices. The company greenlit a major expansion to double crushing capacity, targeting commissioning in Q3 FY2027.

Alma Metals is advancing its Briggs Copper Project with ongoing infill drilling aimed at upgrading resources and has boosted its operational capacity by acquiring a new exploration camp. The company completed a $4 million placement, strengthening its balance sheet as it pushes toward a Pre-Feasibility Study.

Diablo Resources has acquired an 80% stake in the historic Horn Silver Project, complementing its nearby Star Range assets and advancing exploration with a maiden drill program approved.

PMET Resources has formalised its engagement with the Cree Nation of Chisasibi through a non-binding Letter of Intent, setting a framework for ongoing dialogue and assessment around its Shaakichiuwaanaan lithium project in Quebec.

NH3 Clean Energy has completed critical environmental surveys for its WAH2 Project, confirming no threatened species or ecological communities in the development area. This milestone supports upcoming State and Commonwealth approval submissions, advancing the project towards its final investment decision.

BHP delivered record iron ore volumes and stable copper production of around 2 million tonnes in FY26, underpinned by disciplined cost control and a robust growth pipeline including the Ministers North project.

Riversgold has been granted a 21-year mining lease for its Northern Zone Gold Project near Kalgoorlie, clearing a major hurdle for development and triggering full funding from Mega Resources under a profit-sharing agreement.

Mount Hope Mining has engaged R.W. Corkery & Co to lead environmental baseline studies and prepare for an Environmental Impact Statement at its Mt Solitary gold project, a crucial step towards mining approvals in NSW.

Titanium Sands Limited has completed a hydrology study for its Mannar Island heavy mineral sands project, confirming no significant groundwater impact under proposed dredging methods.

Reach Resources has locked in $6.05 million in fresh capital, including a $2 million option fee from Andel Resources, positioning the company to accelerate development at its Murchison South gold project.

Santana Minerals' Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project has entered the hearing phase of its regulatory assessment, with concurrent technical hearings scheduled for June and a statutory decision due by late October 2026.