Latest Project Approvals News

Star Minerals has appointed ResourcesWA to manage the mine approval process for its Tumblegum South Gold Project, setting a clear path to commence mining by Q1 2026 amid strong gold prices.

C29 Metals has signed a binding Heads of Agreement with Bask International Group to form a joint venture targeting advanced copper and gold exploration projects in Kazakhstan, aiming to rapidly expand its portfolio and scale.

Critical Minerals Group (CMG) advances its integrated vanadium flow battery strategy targeting commercial energy storage solutions by 2026, alongside key project and executive developments.

Jameson Resources has made significant strides in advancing its Crown Mountain Hard Coking Coal Project in British Columbia, leveraging strong government engagement and Indigenous partnerships to expedite environmental approvals.

Hot Chili Limited has achieved priority project registration for its Costa Fuego and Huasco Water copper-gold developments in Chile, unlocking streamlined government approvals and reinforcing its strategic growth trajectory.

Jindalee Lithium advances its McDermitt Lithium Project in the US with a robust 63-year Pre-Feasibility Study, enhanced permitting progress, and strong US government support under the FAST-41 initiative. Strategic partnerships and funding efforts are underway to de-risk and develop this critical mineral asset.

AKORA Resources has successfully renewed its main tenement PR10430 for the Bekisopa Iron Ore Project, marking a pivotal step under Madagascar’s updated Mining Code and reinforcing the project’s path to production.

Javelin Minerals is set to commence its maiden drilling program at the Eureka Gold Project, targeting high-grade extensions and assessing near-term mining potential of an indicated resource of approximately 30,000 ounces.

Austal Limited has landed a landmark A$270 million contract to design and build a 130-metre hydrogen-ready high-speed ferry for Sweden’s Gotlandsbolaget, marking a major step in sustainable maritime transport.

South32 has obtained federal environmental approval for its Worsley Mine Development Project, paving the way for sustained bauxite mining and alumina production through at least fiscal year 2036.

VRX Silica Limited's Arrowsmith North silica sand project faces a formal appeal from the Conservation Council of WA, challenging the recent environmental approval recommendation. The company is preparing its response while continuing to advance parallel permitting processes.

Biome Australia has partnered with the Food and Beverage Accelerator (FaBA) to jointly develop its promising BMB18 probiotic strain, leveraging $50 million in Australian government funding while retaining full IP ownership.