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Meeka Metals is set to increase gold processing capacity at its Murchison Gold Project by 200,000 tonnes per annum through a $6 million ore sorting upgrade, targeting commissioning in September 2026. This innovative approach promises higher-grade feed, increased production, and lower costs.

Lachlan Star Limited reveals striking visible gold and multiple high-grade assay results at its New Waverley Gold Project, underpinning a promising Norseman-style gold system. A diamond drilling campaign is set to commence soon to explore the structural corridor further.

West Coast Silver Limited has launched a comprehensive geophysical survey campaign at its Elizabeth Hill silver project, aiming to uncover new high-grade mineralisation extensions and refine exploration targeting.

West African Resources has reported a robust A$567 million net profit after tax for 2025, driven by strong gold production and operational cash flow. The successful ramp-up of the Kiaka gold production centre and sustained output from Sanbrado underpin the company’s positive outlook for 2026.

Black Canyon Limited reports promising metallurgical results from its Wandanya Project, confirming high-quality direct shipping ore potential for manganese and iron. The company is gearing up for a significant 15,000m drilling campaign to expand and infill its resource.

Classic Minerals has engaged AFDC to conduct a strategic review and is raising A$3 million to advance exploration at its Forrestania gold project and support its ASX relisting efforts.

Saturn Metals has reported compelling high-grade gold assay results from its Titan Zone at Apollo Hill, reinforcing the potential of the Iris Footwall structure. These results pave the way for a resource update and feasibility study progress.

Variscan Mines has obtained Supreme Court approval to rectify a delayed cleansing notice related to a major share issue, paving the way for trading to resume. The company has also committed to strengthening its compliance procedures following the oversight.

Catalina Resources has secured a significant silver portfolio in Western Australia by acquiring Spinifex Silver Pty Ltd, adding a district-scale opportunity alongside its existing gold and copper assets.

Forrestania Resources has begun mining and delivering ore to Westgold’s Higginsville hub, marking its official transition from explorer to gold producer. The company is also refurbishing its own Lake Johnston facility to establish independent processing capabilities.

Aruma Resources has revealed promising soil sampling results from its Saltwater Project in Western Australia, highlighting a significant polymetallic and gold-bearing system with new priority targets. These findings set the stage for advanced exploration activities in 2026.

Golden Horse Minerals has confirmed free-milling gold mineralisation at its Hopes Hill deposit through an independent petrographic study, supporting promising metallurgical recoveries. The company is advancing a substantial drilling campaign and preparing feasibility studies to optimise processing.