Latest Western Australia News

Novo Resources has significantly increased the Exploration Target at its Belltopper Gold Project in Victoria, with multiple high-grade prospects across its Australian portfolio and drilling programs planned throughout 2026.

Patrys Limited has appointed Dr Samantha South as its new CEO, aiming to leverage her biotech expertise to fast-track clinical development and commercialisation of its therapeutic antibody pipeline.

Northern Star Resources has reported a robust half-year result with a 41% jump in net profit, driven by soaring gold prices despite operational setbacks. The company also declared a fully franked interim dividend of 25 cents per share.

Yandal Resources has delineated a primary gold mineralised structure extending over 1.2 kilometres at its Arrakis Prospect, setting the stage for intensified drilling and exploration activities in 2026.

Antares Metals reports exceptional high-grade copper, gold, and silver results from rock chip sampling at its Startle and Astound prospects, reinforcing the Mount Isa North Project’s exploration potential.

Lefroy Exploration has launched its inaugural toll milling campaign at the Lucky Strike Gold Mine, with first gold production expected by mid-February amid strong gold prices. The company is also advancing drilling to expand the mine’s footprint.

Rumble Resources has reported significant high-grade gold intercepts extending mineralisation at Western Queen South to over 500 metres down plunge, alongside strong early drilling results at Western Queen Central. These findings underpin an updated gold resource estimate planned for later this year.

Black Cat Syndicate’s latest drilling at Paulsens Gold Operation reveals significant high-grade gold intercepts outside current resource limits, prompting plans to accelerate exploration with a second rig.

Vita Resources NL has secured regulatory approval to launch its first-ever exploration drilling campaign at the promising Ninnis Gold Project in Western Australia’s Northern Goldfields.

Empire Resources has successfully raised A$5 million through a two-tranche placement to accelerate exploration at its Yuinmery and Penny’s projects, with strong backing from existing and new investors.

New Age Exploration’s latest drill assays reveal a promising intrusion-related gold system at the Wagyu Gold Project, expanding the known mineralisation and validating its geological model.

Element 25 Limited is making significant strides in its Butcherbird Expansion Project, targeting a manganese concentrate output of 1.1 million tonnes per annum with key contracts shortlisted and financing progressing.