Latest Safety Incidents News

Small caps did the heavy lifting this week, led by two big discovery stories in resources. Funding raises and takeover moves kept attention on who can pay for the next step, not just promise it.

Speculative money piled into new discoveries and tight-supply metals, while a handful of small caps were sold hard on thin liquidity. The week’s biggest moves came from PGMs and tungsten on the way up, and micro-cap gas on the way down.

Gibb River Diamonds has progressed mining operations at its Edjudina Gold Project with ore processing underway and first cash proceeds expected early this year. Despite a pit wall incident, operations resumed smoothly under a joint venture with BML Ventures.

Jupiter Mines reported a modest rise in manganese production and sales for Q2 FY2026, alongside lower production costs. However, earnings were dented by foreign exchange losses amid a stronger South African Rand.

Coronado Global Resources reported a solid FY25 with increased saleable production and reduced mining costs, underpinned by key expansions and refinancing deals that set the stage for stronger cash flow in 2026.

Karoon Energy delivered 2025 production near the upper guidance range, marked by a leadership change and significant operational improvements. The company outlines cautious yet optimistic 2026 growth and cost guidance amid ongoing maintenance and exploration activities.

Ioneer Ltd has reported a significant uplift in the economics of its Rhyolite Ridge lithium-boron project, alongside ongoing strategic partnership talks and strong market demand for lithium and boric acid.

Bellevue Gold Limited reported a strong December quarter with rising grades and record ore mined, alongside a strategic reduction in its hedge book ahead of schedule. The company also achieved net zero emissions at its flagship project, underscoring its operational and sustainability credentials.

Polymetals Resources has resumed operations at its Endeavor Mine following a tragic incident, completing first concentrate shipments and securing $34.4 million in new capital to support exploration and ramp-up.

Vertex Minerals has commenced underground ore production at its Reward Gold Mine in New South Wales, processing high-grade ore through a gravity-only plant with strong recoveries. The company also advanced its A$11 million capital raising, positioning itself for steady growth into 2026.

EMU NL has sold its Badja Gold Project for over A$3.5 million, retired all debt, and is set to commence a maiden drilling program at its Yataga Copper Project in Queensland, fully funded and under new board leadership.

Polymetals Resources Ltd has had its trading suspension lifted following an announcement about a serious safety incident at its Endeavor Mine Site, raising questions about operational impacts and regulatory responses.