Latest Refining News

Trek Metals has accelerated its exploration at the Christmas Creek Project with expanded drilling revealing promising high-grade gold mineralisation and a newly discovered gold nugget field. Backed by a $3.5 million capital raise and government co-funding, the company is poised for further breakthroughs.

SQX Resources has advanced its exploration strategy by integrating new and historical data at its Queensland projects, aiming to define a mineral resource while maintaining a solid cash position.

Viking Mines reports significant gold discoveries at its Riverina East Project, including a new large gold anomaly and high-grade drill intercepts, alongside a promising underground mining study at First Hit.

Latrobe Magnesium Limited has extended its Pilot Project Licence with EPA Victoria until February 2027, paving the way to resume magnesium oxide production at its Hazelwood North site in August 2025.

ClearVue Technologies has appointed Douglas Hunt as its permanent Global CEO, unveiling a refreshed leadership team focused on scaling sales, manufacturing, and product innovation. The new executives have agreed to sub-market pay until the share price hits 35 cents, signaling strong alignment with shareholder interests.

Grange Resources reported a robust quarter with increased iron ore production and pellet sales at Savage River, maintaining excellent safety standards and managing costs below budget despite accelerated waste stripping. Progress on financing the North Pit Underground project and strategic moves on the Southdown Magnetite Project highlight growth ambitions.

Winsome Resources progresses key permitting and exploration milestones at its Adina Lithium Project while maintaining a strong cash position and deferring the Renard Option decision amid subdued lithium market conditions.

Prospect Resources has kicked off an extensive Phase 2 drilling campaign at its Mumbezhi Copper Project in Zambia, confirming promising copper grades and advancing metallurgical testing. A strategic $18.5 million investment from First Quantum Minerals strengthens its financial and technical position.

Ionic Rare Earths’ Brazilian joint venture, Viridion, has advanced to the next phase of securing a substantial US$900 million funding package from Brazilian government agencies to develop rare earth refining and recycling facilities.

Lachlan Star Limited reports promising high-grade gold intersections from recent drilling at its Killaloe Gold Project in Western Australia, alongside strategic expansion of its exploration tenure.

Toubani Resources has made significant strides in developing its Kobada Gold Project in Mali, securing a $29 million strategic placement and launching extensive drilling programs aimed at expanding its mineral resource base ahead of a final investment decision.

Noble Helium has upgraded its North Rukwa helium resource estimate by nearly 30%, driven by fresh data and a refined charge model, setting the stage for a targeted drilling campaign.