Latest Project Economics News

Strategic Elements Ltd (ASX: SOR) reported meaningful progress in its Energy Ink™ technology and underground mining platform during Q1 2025, while maintaining a robust cash balance and preparing for international collaborations.

Carnavale Resources advances its high-grade gold exploration at the Kookynie Gold Project with ongoing drilling targeting extensions at Swiftsure and the newly discovered Tiptoe deposit. Assay results due in June will be pivotal for resource expansion and project development.

Paterson Resources has reported promising geochemical test results from its Grace Gold Project, indicating high gold recoveries using conventional cyanide leach methods. These findings support the project's potential for efficient gold extraction and resource upgrading.

West Cobar Metals has identified five high-priority copper-gold targets in Western Australia’s Fraser Range and secured a farm-in deal with Minrex Resources to fund upcoming drilling. Positive metallurgical results at its Bulla Park copper-antimony project and a $450,000 placement underpin its exploration momentum.

Legacy Minerals has significantly upgraded its Drake Project resource to 0.8 million ounces gold-equivalent and reported a robust Stage 1 Scoping Study, setting the stage for potential production growth. Exploration momentum continues across its NSW portfolio with ongoing drilling and geophysical surveys.

Norwest Minerals Limited has launched a $4.85 million entitlement offer to fund an aggressive drilling campaign and mining option review at its Bulgera Gold project, aiming to significantly expand its gold resource amid soaring gold prices.

QMines Limited reports a 42% increase in Indicated resources at Develin Creek following maiden drilling, completes a $4 million capital raise, and moves to acquire the Mount Mackenzie gold-silver project, signaling a strategic expansion in Queensland.

Global Lithium Resources has resumed its Definitive Feasibility Study at the Manna Lithium Project, focusing on cost optimization and project economics, while advancing heritage and native title agreements. The company also reported significant board changes and a robust cash position heading into 2025.

Axel REE Limited advances its flagship Caladão REE-Gallium Project with significant high-grade intercepts and begins a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate, backed by $9.6 million in cash and strategic government partnerships.

Silver Mines Limited reports steady progress on its flagship Bowdens Silver Project and initiates diamond drilling at the Elsienora Gold Project, while navigating complex regulatory hurdles in New South Wales.

Northern Minerals has made significant progress on its Browns Range Heavy Rare Earths Project, advancing its feasibility study and exploration while raising $41.5 million, positioning itself as a strategic alternative amid growing geopolitical supply risks.

Hartshead Resources has submitted a revised development plan for its Anning and Somerville gas fields, featuring a superior export route via CalEnergy's Saturn Banks pipeline. Supported by a strong cash position and committed partners, the company is exploring innovative funding to optimise project economics.