Latest Queensland News

Strategic Energy Resources (ASX:SER) is set to embark on a busy 2026 drilling season with three funded diamond drill programs across its Canobie, Diamantina, and Bulimba projects, targeting multiple high-potential copper and gold prospects in Queensland.

AIC Mines has returned strong drilling results from the Jolly shoot at its Jericho copper deposit, reinforcing the deposit’s potential as the first mining target and underpinning the ramp-up of production at nearby Eloise.

Savannah Goldfields reports metallurgical test results showing over 70% gold recovery from sulphide ores at Electric Light and Red Dam, processed through the existing Georgetown plant. Historic data suggests flotation could boost recoveries above 94%, with further test work planned.

Symal Group is set to significantly boost its defence and resources contracting presence through the $51 million acquisition of Shamrock Civil, a Queensland-based contractor with a $315 million pipeline dominated by defence projects.

Bounty Oil & Gas has finalised the first tranche of a $4 million share placement and converted $200,000 of debt into shares, bolstering its capital for drilling and development across Australian oil and gas projects.

Alice Queen’s Project Definition Study for Horn Island reveals robust economics, including a pre-tax NPV of A$706 million and an IRR of 109%, underpinning plans to advance to feasibility stages.

Sunshine Metals has kicked off a comprehensive airborne magnetic and radiometric survey at its Sybil Gold Project in Queensland, setting the stage for a drilling program targeting multiple high-grade prospects including the first-ever tests at Francis Creek East.

Dart Mining NL is advancing a comprehensive review of its 100% owned tin-tungsten tenements in Northeast Victoria, aiming to unlock value from historic mines as tin and tungsten prices soar.

LE Minerals has progressed its $20 million sale of key Queensland graphite assets to M Battery Materials, which is preparing a $15 million ASX IPO. Shareholder approval for in-specie share distribution is expected within months.

Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT (CQE) has acquired a 25% interest in a $53 million Brisbane pathology lab leased to Sonic Healthcare under a 20-year triple-net lease, while divesting early learning assets and reaffirming FY26 guidance.

ABx Group and Good Importing International are progressing their bauxite projects in Queensland and New South Wales, with environmental approvals on track and significant investments underway.

After 11 years at the helm, Vicinity Centres’ Chairman Trevor Gerber will step down at the 2026 AGM, with seasoned financial veteran Patrick Allaway set to take over, signalling continuity in the company’s premium retail strategy.