Latest Queensland News

Sunshine Metals has initiated diamond drilling at Liontown North, backed by a Queensland government grant, aiming to validate a new geological fold model that could extend the Liontown gold resource. Concurrent drilling at Sybil and upcoming resource updates promise a busy exploration period.

Canterbury Resources has begun drilling a deep 900m diamond hole at its Briggs Copper Project, aiming to unlock new resource potential adjacent to the existing deposit. Supported by a government grant and a joint venture partner, this drilling campaign could reshape the project’s outlook.

Sims Limited reported a 4.1% rise in FY25 sales revenue to A$7.494 billion and a near tripling of underlying EBIT to A$174.9 million, driven by improved trading margins and strong growth in lifecycle services. The company’s strategic focus on decarbonisation and circular economy positions it well for sustained demand, especially from AI-driven data centre expansion.

Alma Metals has initiated a 900m deep diamond drilling program at its Briggs Copper Project, targeting a key geophysical anomaly adjacent to existing resources. Supported by a $250,000 Queensland Government grant, early drilling has revealed visible copper mineralisation, with assay results anticipated next quarter.

Pacgold Limited advances its Northern Queensland footprint with a maiden 900,000-ounce gold resource at Alice River and a new high-grade antimony acquisition at St George, positioning itself amid critical mineral supply challenges.

Pacgold Limited has entered a farm-in agreement to acquire up to 100% of the St George Gold-Antimony Project in North Queensland, unlocking exposure to a critical mineral with soaring prices and strong geopolitical demand.

Bank of Queensland Limited announces a fully franked quarterly distribution of AUD 1.337 per Capital Note 3 security, payable in November 2025. The payment reflects a total annualised rate of 5.19%, based on the 3-month BBSW plus margin, adjusted for franking credits.

Killi Resources has identified promising new mineralisation zones and defined priority drill targets at its Mt Rawdon West Project in Queensland, setting the stage for an active exploration campaign backed by solid funding.

Diatreme Resources has outlined two substantial exploration targets near its Northern Silica Project, potentially adding up to 275 million tonnes of high-purity silica sand adjacent to the world-class Cape Flattery mine.

New Hope Corporation reported robust FY25 coal production and EBITDA despite severe weather and logistics disruptions at its Bengalla Mine, while New Acland Mine showed significant growth.

Aurizon Holdings reported a 3% decline in underlying EBITDA and a 14% drop in NPAT for FY2025, while unveiling a $150 million on-market buy-back and a $500 million subordinated notes issuance to strengthen its balance sheet.

Aurizon reported a slight decline in FY2025 underlying EBITDA to $1.576 billion but secured a landmark BHP contract and announced a fresh $150 million buy-back, signaling confidence in its future growth.