Latest Sustainable Development News

Tungsten Mining NL has made significant strides in developing its Mt Mulgine and Hatches Creek projects, with a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate for Hatches Creek expected soon and key environmental approvals progressing.

KGL Resources has reported a robust quarterly update for its Jervois Copper Project, highlighting a strong feasibility study with a $405 million NPV and successful drilling that extends high-grade copper resources. The company also secured $4.2 million in new capital and is progressing strategic financing to target production by 2027.

Bounty Oil and Gas NL reported steady progress in Queensland oil production and development, increasing reserves to 313,000 barrels, while pursuing a Federal Court review of the PEP 11 offshore permit refusal. The company also completed a modest $231,000 entitlement offer to support ongoing exploration and development.

Mirvac Group reported a surge in residential sales and advanced capital partnerships for major developments, reaffirming its FY25 earnings guidance amid strong leasing and occupancy across its portfolio.

Arafura Rare Earths has marked a pivotal quarter with a A$200 million cornerstone equity commitment for its Nolans Project, alongside binding offtake agreements securing two-thirds of its NdPr oxide target amid rising rare earth demand and geopolitical tensions.

Predictive Discovery Limited has reported robust drilling results at its Bankan Gold Project in Guinea, alongside key environmental approvals and a strategic A$69 million capital raise, positioning the company for accelerated development.

Asian Battery Metals PLC has completed an oversubscribed A$3.96 million capital raise, fully funding its expanded 2025 exploration program focused on the promising Oval Cu-Ni-PGE discovery in Mongolia. Phase 3 drilling is underway, targeting deeper and along-strike extensions, with initial assay results expected in May.

I Synergy Group Limited has successfully completed a $90,000 private placement by issuing 22.5 million shares at an 18.81% discount, aiming to bolster its growth and working capital.

Syrah Resources reports a strategic pause at its Balama graphite mine while advancing production at its Vidalia AAM facility, navigating evolving US trade policies and strong EV-driven demand. The company’s integrated ex-China supply chain and ESG credentials position it for growth despite near-term operational headwinds.

Anson Resources has applied to re-enter the Mt Fuel-Skyline Geyser 1-25 well at its Green River Lithium Project to test for lithium-rich brines, aiming to upgrade its exploration target to a JORC Mineral Resource.

BCI Minerals has marked a significant milestone with the commencement of full-scale operations at its Mardie Salt and Sulphate of Potash Project and secured initial drawdowns from a $981 million syndicated debt facility, underscoring strong progress toward first salt shipment by late 2026.

VRX Limited advances its Arrowsmith and North silica sand projects with a positive EPA assessment and non-binding offtake agreements totaling 440,000 tonnes annually across Asia. Despite an ongoing appeal, the company is progressing toward final approvals and project financing.