Latest Underground Drilling News

Haranga Resources has secured regulatory approvals and begun underground works at its Lincoln Gold Project, setting the stage for a maiden drilling campaign aimed at upgrading a significant historical gold resource to JORC standards.

Black Cat Syndicate has officially commenced underground mining at its Majestic deposit within the Kal East Gold Operation, marking a significant step in its growth strategy. With Macmahon Underground contracted and initial production targets set, the company is poised to boost gold output in the coming years.

Hillgrove Resources has announced the discovery of a new high-grade copper-gold mineralisation zone, the 'Saddle' Zone, at its Kanmantoo Copper Mine, promising near-term resource growth with minimal infrastructure needs.

Black Cat Syndicate has initiated diamond drilling at the promising Paulsens West seismic target, located just 600 metres from its Paulsens Gold Operation. This co-funded exploration effort aims to unlock new mineral potential identified through advanced seismic data reprocessing.

Westgold Resources projects a rise in gold production to 345-385koz in FY26, backed by significant capital investment and operational improvements aimed at boosting free cash flow.

Aeris Resources has outlined its FY26 production targets, aiming for a 40-49kt copper equivalent output while advancing key projects and planning asset divestments to strengthen its balance sheet.

Variscan Mines has expanded its Novales-Udias zinc project in Spain with two new exploration licenses and reported promising underground drilling results at the Udias Mine, signaling strong potential for resource growth and mine restart.

Ballymore Resources has reported exceptional high-grade gold intersections at its Dittmer Project, alongside government grants to accelerate exploration and a key mining lease approval recommendation.

FireFly Metals reports exceptional drilling results at its Green Bay Copper-Gold Project, extending mineralisation well beyond current resources. Backed by a substantial A$145 million capital raise, the company is poised for a resource update and advancing mining studies.

Ballymore Resources’ latest drilling at the Dittmer Project in North Queensland confirms expanding high-grade gold, silver, and copper mineralisation, with promising deep extensions identified. The company is advancing towards mining lease approval to unlock further underground exploration.

Focus Minerals reported a record gold pour in June 2025 at its Three Mile Hill plant, alongside significant mining progress and infrastructure upgrades at Coolgardie. The company also completed a $250 million sale of its Laverton Gold Project, strengthening its balance sheet.

Black Cat Syndicate reports strong, consistent underground drilling results at its Paulsens Gold Operation, revealing multiple high-grade gold intercepts that underpin resource expansion and production ramp-up plans.