Latest Western Australia News

NT Minerals faces ASX trading suspension but pushes forward with exploration plans at Twin Peaks and Finniss River projects, while considering capital restructuring.

Hawthorn Resources has reported exceptional high-grade drilling results at its Anglo Saxon Gold Project, underpinning a robust updated resource estimate and advancing plans for open pit mining. The company’s strong cash position supports ongoing development amid record gold prices.

Carnavale Resources has marked key progress at its Kookynie Gold Project, signing a pivotal Heritage and Mining Agreement and launching a Bankable Feasibility Study aimed at production by mid-2026.

Cooper Metals Limited is gearing up for significant drilling programs across its Queensland and Western Australia projects, supported by a robust cash position and favourable copper-gold market dynamics.

Austin Metals has secured $3 million in new funding to accelerate exploration at its Austin Gold Project, targeting promising Vadrians-style gold mineralisation at Brunswick Hill in Western Australia’s Murchison region.

Premier1 Lithium Limited has completed the full acquisition of the Yalgoo Gold Project in Western Australia, consolidating its position in a highly prospective gold belt and preparing for an aggressive exploration campaign in 2026.

Benz Mining Corp. has raised A$75 million through a bought deal placement, significantly strengthening its cash reserves to nearly A$94 million. This capital injection will accelerate exploration and resource development at its Glenburgh and Mt Egerton Gold Projects in Western Australia.

Lachlan Star Limited has reported promising extensions of shallow gold mineralisation at its Killaloe Project in Western Australia and completed maiden drilling at its North Cobar Copper-Gold Project in New South Wales, supported by government co-funding and heritage clearances.

VBX Limited has announced significant enhancements to its Wuudagu Bauxite Project, increasing mining rates and securing $2 million in funding to support an expanded feasibility study.

Odyssey Gold Limited has successfully raised approximately $9 million through a placement to fund accelerated development at its Tuckanarra Gold Project in Western Australia.

Avira Resources has completed its acquisition of the Mt Cattlin Gold Project, validating historical data and advancing plans for a significant drilling program in early 2026, backed by a $2.5 million capital raise.

Taruga Minerals has taken a major step forward with a 12-month option to acquire two promising Papua New Guinea projects, backed by a $1.5 million capital raise to accelerate exploration efforts.