Latest Underground Mining News

Alkane Resources reports a total of 1.97 million ounces of gold in Mineral Resources at its Swedish Björkdal operations, with underground mining ongoing and open pit mining paused until 2027. Exploration highlights suggest promising extensions near existing infrastructure.

Alkane Resources reports its inaugural JORC-compliant Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves for the Costerfield Property, highlighting a robust resource base and a mine life extended to 2030. The recent True Blue Deposit discovery further bolsters the project’s potential.

Alkane Resources reports a robust 9.8 million ounce gold resource base in New South Wales as of June 2025, with ongoing underground mining at Tomingley and development progress at Boda-Kaiser.

CuFe Ltd has raised $5.4 million through a strategic placement to fund exploration and feasibility studies at its Tennant Creek Copper/Gold project, including a focus on critical mineral bismuth.

Austral Gold Limited has released an updated Mineral Resource and Reserve estimate for its Casposo Mine in Argentina, underpinning plans to restart production with strong economic fundamentals. The report highlights a 74-month mine life and a compelling after-tax NPV of US$72.7 million.

Brightstar Resources has reported a remarkable 91% increase in gold production at its Laverton underground mines for the September quarter, setting a new company record. The ramp-up at the Fish mine and ongoing exploration efforts signal strong growth potential.

Ballard Mining’s latest exploration update reveals a surge in gold targets at its Mt Ida Project, with promising drilling results and a new mineralised trend boosting prospects ahead of a Maiden Ore Reserve in 2026.

Black Cat Syndicate has locked in ore purchase agreements to boost processing at Lakewood, supporting the ramp-up of its Fingals and Majestic mines under its More Gold, Sooner strategy.

Rio Tinto reported robust third quarter 2025 production results, highlighted by record outputs in bauxite and copper, and an upgraded bauxite production forecast. Key projects like Simandou and Oyu Tolgoi continue to progress on schedule, underpinning the company’s growth trajectory.

Pantoro Gold’s latest underground drilling at the Norseman Gold Project reveals multiple high-grade gold intersections, confirming significant near-term mining potential.

Mammoth Minerals has intensified its exploration at the Excelsior Gold-Silver Project with a second drill rig, aiming to deliver its first resource estimate by Q4 2025. A comprehensive magnetics survey further sharpens targeting across multiple mineralised trends.

Broken Hill Mines has commenced mining and processing of the high-grade Blackwoods ore body at its Rasp Mine ahead of schedule, boosting exposure to precious metals amid soaring silver prices.