Latest Resource Development News

Waratah Minerals has reported outstanding high-grade gold drilling results at its Spur Gold Project in New South Wales, extending mineralisation and boosting confidence in the geological model. Significant intercepts include 42m at 2.95g/t Au and a standout 1m hit at 146g/t Au.

Haranga Resources has converted key performance rights into shares following milestone achievements and extended the escrow period on vendor shares, while progressing drilling at its Lincoln and Ibel South gold projects.

Alicanto Minerals has won shareholder approval to acquire the Mt Henry Gold Project in Western Australia, unlocking a 915,000oz gold resource and appointing Jeff Sansom as CEO to spearhead growth.

Ora Banda Mining’s Phase 1 drilling at Round Dam reveals a significant gold mineralisation system with multiple high-grade shoots, indicating strong potential for large-scale surface mining near existing infrastructure.

Ballard Mining reports strong early 2026 drilling results at its Baldock deposit within the Mt Ida Gold Project, underpinning a major resource expansion and a maiden Ore Reserve due mid-year.

AIC Mines has successfully accessed the Jericho copper deposit underground, confirming key geological models and reducing technical risks. This milestone accelerates plans to expand copper production at the Eloise mine in Queensland.

Riversgold Limited has reported robust gold mineralisation from the final 16 drillholes of its 2025 campaign at the Northern Zone near Kalgoorlie, confirming expansion of the shallow oxide gold footprint. The company is set to commence its 2026 drilling program to further extend the resource.

Talonx Resources’ recent RC drilling at the Beaker 2 Prospect validates historical high-grade gold mineralisation and reveals a coherent shallow oxide gold system, setting the stage for further exploration.

Lithium Energy Limited has completed the sale of its Solaroz Lithium Brine Project, receiving US$21.7 million in cash and setting the stage for renewed focus on its graphite and gold-copper assets. The company is actively progressing exploration and development programs to meet ASX reinstatement criteria.

Strike Resources has taken significant steps to enhance its Apurímac Iron Ore Project’s export capabilities through a new port services agreement and is progressing towards resuming mining operations. Meanwhile, its stake in Lithium Energy benefits from a major asset sale, boosting cash reserves.

Riversgold has locked in a full funding and operational deal with MEGA Resources for its Northern Zone Gold Project near Kalgoorlie, while also advancing exploration in Canada and raising $2 million to fuel growth.

Focus Minerals Limited delivered a record gold pour in November 2025, supported by stable milling and robust mining operations across its Coolgardie Gold Project. The company’s strong quarterly production and solid cash position highlight its operational momentum heading into 2026.