Latest Refining News

Nova Minerals has launched a 15,000-meter drilling campaign at its Estelle Project targeting gold and antimony, while advancing a US Department of Defense grant application to fast-track its antimony development.

Viva Energy has reported a stronger-than-expected first half EBITDA, buoyed by operational efficiencies and refinery margins, even as convenience sales face headwinds from tobacco regulation.

AuMEGA Metals has wrapped up the first phase of its 2025 diamond drilling program at Cape Ray and launched extensive till geochemical sampling campaigns across multiple projects in Newfoundland, aiming to unlock new gold discoveries.

D3 Energy has reported a significant 39% increase in gas flow rates at its RBD10 well in South Africa following a re-test, highlighting strong reservoir recharge and connectivity.

Stellar Resources advances exploration at its East Renison Project near Tasmania’s Renison Tin Mine, backed by a $55,000 government drilling grant targeting high-grade polymetallic zones.

GTi Energy has marked a pivotal quarter with a positive scoping study for its Lo Herma uranium project in Wyoming, securing $4.5 million in funding led by Snow Lake Energy and gaining regulatory approval to begin drilling this September.

Great Western Exploration advances its copper-gold exploration at the Oval and Juggernaut projects, unveiling the strongest geochemical signatures yet and initiating a detailed gravity survey to refine drill targets.

Heavy Minerals Limited is on track to release its Port Gregory Garnet Project Pre-Feasibility Study in Q3 2025, while advancing promising industrial minerals testing and preparing its mining lease application.

CuFe Limited’s scoping study for its Orlando open pit project in Tennant Creek reveals strong economics with a $355 million NPV and a swift 1.9-year payback, setting the stage for a feasibility study.

Mount Hope Mining has awarded a drill contract to commence its inaugural drilling program at the Mt Hope Project, targeting gold and polymetallic mineralisation across three key prospects in New South Wales.

Morella Corporation has secured key heritage approvals and government co-funding, while prioritising rubidium extraction research ahead of drilling at its Mt Edon and Mallina projects.

Corazon Mining has completed the sale of its remaining interest in the Miriam Project, appointed Simon Coyle to its board, and continues to push exploration in Canada and Australia amid a strategic review.