Latest Queensland News

Elixir Energy has reached 2,320 metres in the Lorelle-3 appraisal well and is preparing to drill the reservoir section targeting the Dunk member of the Tinowon Sandstone, with flow testing planned before mid-2026.

Native Mineral Resources’ board members have converted $1.62 million in options into 63 million new shares, reinforcing their commitment to the company’s growth strategy and key projects in northern Queensland.

Charter Hall Retail REIT reported a robust half-year result with statutory profit surging to $240.7 million, driven by portfolio growth and strategic transactions. The REIT also advanced its convenience retail focus and announced a major debt refinancing.

Ballymore Resources has confirmed significant high-grade silver-lead-zinc mineralisation in its first step-out drill hole at Little Torpy’s, 600 metres south of the main Torpy’s workings, underscoring the potential for a large-scale project in north Queensland.

FirstWave Cloud Technology has secured $264,982 in funding through a collaboration with the University of Sunshine Coast and CSIRO to fast-track AI-powered compliance and network intelligence software development.

NoviqTech Limited launches Coralia, a large-scale biochar carbon removal initiative aimed at helping data centres achieve net zero emissions while restoring the Great Barrier Reef catchment. The project taps into the booming carbon removal market driven by tech giants and environmental urgency.

Great Northern Minerals has fast-tracked the sale of its remaining 37% interest in Golden Ant Mining to Great Eastern Gold for $2 million, strengthening its cash position and sharpening focus on wholly owned projects.

BCAL Diagnostics has launched its Avantect blood tests for pancreatic and ovarian cancer with encouraging early uptake and is advancing its BREASTESTplus breast cancer test towards broader clinical use.

Tungsten Mining NL has launched a Project Economic Evaluation to explore accelerated development of its Watershed Project, leveraging existing approvals to potentially fast-track production in a tightening tungsten market.

Garda Property Group has upgraded its FY26 earnings guidance by 10%, reduced gearing to 20.8%, and outlined ambitious plans to expand its Brisbane industrial portfolio and lending operations.

Green & Gold Minerals Ltd (ASX, GG1) has announced the acquisition of the Burlington Silver-Copper project in Queensland’s Herberton Mineral Field, expanding its footprint in a region rich with future-facing metals essential for AI and electrification.

Hammer Metals has submitted a Mining Lease Application for its Orelia North gold deposit in Western Australia, aiming to accelerate development amid a buoyant gold price. Recent drilling results extend mineralisation, supporting resource growth ahead of a planned 2026 upgrade.