Latest Silica Sand News

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Diatreme Resources has achieved a significant regulatory milestone with Project Status granted across its silica sand tenements in Far North Queensland, alongside critical tenure renewals that preserve its strategic landholdings. This development strengthens its pathway toward long-term production of low-iron, high-purity silica sand.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
25 Aug 2025
Diatreme Resources has outlined two substantial exploration targets near its Northern Silica Project, potentially adding up to 275 million tonnes of high-purity silica sand adjacent to the world-class Cape Flattery mine.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
18 Aug 2025
Carbine Resources is set to issue over 110 million shares and broker options following shareholder approval, aiming to fund its Muchea and Down South Silica Sand projects and strengthen its working capital position.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
15 Aug 2025
VRX Silica Limited has secured approval for its Mining Proposal at the Arrowsmith North Silica Sand Project, marking a pivotal step toward production in a globally significant silica sand deposit.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
8 Aug 2025
Carbine Resources secures a pivotal mining lease for its Muchea West Silica Sand Project and raises $1.78 million to fuel exploration, marking significant progress in its Australian silica sand ventures.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
31 July 2025
Diatreme Resources has achieved a significant milestone with its Northern Silica Project awarded Major Project Status and a 278% upgrade in its Si2 Deposit resource, positioning the company for long-term growth in the critical minerals sector.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
30 July 2025
Diatreme Resources has formalised a negotiation framework with the Gulaal People, setting the stage for collaborative development of its Northern Silica Project while prioritising cultural heritage and community benefits.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
29 July 2025
VRX Silica Limited has successfully concluded the environmental appeal process for its Arrowsmith North Silica Sand Project, with the WA Minister for Environment confirming the adequacy of the EPA assessment. The company is now advancing financing discussions and offtake agreements as it awaits formal project approval.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
28 July 2025
Perpetual Resources has addressed ASX concerns over recent trading activity, attributing the surge to its latest drilling progress and positive market sentiment in Brazilian minerals.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
24 July 2025
The Western Australian Minister for Environment has confirmed the adequacy of the Environmental Protection Authority’s assessment for VRX Silica’s Arrowsmith North project, allowing development to proceed with amended conditions addressing environmental concerns.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
26 June 2025
Diatreme Resources has announced a substantial upgrade to its Northern Silica Project’s Si2 Deposit, increasing the Measured Mineral Resource by 278% to 187.5 million tonnes. This milestone sets the stage for an upcoming Pre-Feasibility Study targeting a long-life silica sand operation.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
23 June 2025
Diatreme Resources’ Northern Silica Project has been awarded Major Project Status by the Australian Government, marking a pivotal step in advancing critical minerals development in Queensland. This designation streamlines federal approvals and supports the project’s role in the clean energy supply chain.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
17 June 2025