Latest Refining News

Hillgrove Resources has reported a substantial increase in its 2025 Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve Estimates at the Kanmantoo Copper Mine, with a 43% rise in reserve tonnes and a 33% increase in contained copper metal, significantly extending the mine's operational life.

Aurora Labs has advanced its micro gas turbine propulsion program with critical durability testing, a new Defence contract phase, and a strategic $5.5 million capital raise to scale manufacturing and commercialisation.

Norwest Minerals advances its Bulgera Gold Project with successful deep drilling and promising heap leach economics, while preparing to test historic gold targets at Marymia East and expanding base metals exploration at Arunta West.

Kuniko Limited has executed a binding earn-in agreement for a major Australian gold-silver project and raised A$2.7 million to fund exploration, while progressing its Norwegian battery metals portfolio.

Lynas Rare Earths delivered record quarterly sales revenue of A$200.2 million in Q1 FY26, bolstered by a successful $932 million equity raise and strategic partnerships aimed at securing critical rare earth supply chains outside China.

PhosCo has received a €1 million grant from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development alongside a $1.1 million investment from its Managing Director, fueling optimisation efforts ahead of the Gasaat Phosphate Project’s bankable feasibility study.

Environmental Clean Technologies Limited is set to acquire exclusive rights to Rice University’s breakthrough Flash Joule Heating technology for PFAS soil remediation, backed by a $3 million capital raise and leadership changes.

Patagonia Lithium Limited has announced a substantial 319% increase in its lithium mineral resource at its Formentera/Cilon project, alongside plans for further drilling and geophysical surveys to bolster resource confidence.

Aurum Resources has announced a significant 50% increase in gold resources at its Boundiali project in Côte d’Ivoire, alongside ongoing aggressive drilling and a strong financial position following a $35.6 million strategic placement.

Tlou Energy is on the cusp of commissioning its Kala modular data centre in Botswana, while making significant strides in the Lesedi Power Project, including integrating solar power and advancing gas production strategies.

Heavy Rare Earths Limited has completed acquisition of full mineral rights at its Prospect Hill Tin Project, setting the stage for a maiden resource estimate at the promising South Ridge prospect. Concurrently, the company advances uranium exploration across South Australia while strengthening its board.

Coles Group reported a solid 3.9% rise in first quarter sales for FY26, driven by strong supermarket growth and digital expansion, while liquor sales faced ongoing market challenges.