Latest Refining News

Rincon Resources advances its Western Australia exploration with new drilling at South Telfer and full acquisition of the Crackerbox Gold Project, while refining targets at Laverton.

First Au Limited accelerates exploration at its Gimlet and Nimba gold projects through innovative drill-for-equity agreements and diamond drilling, while progressing a strategic divestment of its Victorian assets.

Cobre Limited has reported a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate for its Ngami Copper Project in Botswana, alongside a significant investment agreement with Sinomine International Exploration. The company also advanced exploration activities with BHP funding and progressed key permitting milestones.

Humm Group reports a 14% decline in new loan originations for 1Q26, driven by a steep 61% fall in Australian Point of Sale volumes following regulatory changes and technology setbacks. However, international growth and asset expansion provide some offset.

Castile Resources has reported substantial increases in gold, copper, and bismuth resources at its Rover 1 Project, while advancing plans for refined bismuth production amid tightening global supply due to Chinese export controls.

AusQuest Limited reports significant growth in copper-gold mineralisation at its Cangallo Project in Peru, alongside advancing multiple Australian base metal projects and maintaining a solid cash position.

Sovereign Metals advances its Kasiya Rutile-Graphite Project with strategic infrastructure funding from Japan, key feasibility study completions, and strong graphite test results amid shifting global supply dynamics.

Solara Minerals has bolstered its exploration portfolio with the acquisition of the OD4TP gold and copper projects near the prolific Degrussa Mine, complemented by new geophysical surveys and a $180,000 government grant to support upcoming drilling.

Tennant Minerals has announced a maiden high-grade copper-gold resource at its Bluebird discovery, alongside new exploration targets identified through gravity data modelling. These developments set the stage for advancing project development and further drilling.

Recharge Metals Limited has progressed its uranium exploration efforts in North America, completing a detailed geophysical survey in Canada and advancing permitting in the US, while maintaining disciplined capital management.

Sun Silver Limited reports significant drilling success at its Maverick Springs silver-gold project, backed by a $30 million capital raise and plans for a U.S. OTC listing to broaden investor access.

Battery Age Minerals has secured a significant germanium-gallium asset in Utah, marking its strategic entry into the US market and complementing its European portfolio. The move aligns with growing Western efforts to secure critical semiconductor metals.