Latest Zinc And Lead News

Middle Island Resources has initiated its first reverse circulation drilling campaign at the Bobija Project in western Serbia, aiming to unlock polymetallic gold, silver, copper, lead, and zinc mineralisation beneath a historic open pit mine. This drilling marks a key step in advancing the company’s strategic acquisition of Konstantin Resources and its foothold in a prolific mineral province.

Polymetals Resources has advanced its Endeavor Mine ramp-up, producing over 15,000 tonnes of concentrates and scheduling its first zinc shipment. The company also reduced debt and strengthened its cash position, signaling progress toward steady-state operations.

CGN Resources has secured significant new gold tenements in Western Australia's Leonora district and advanced exploration at multiple projects, maintaining a solid cash position to support ongoing development.

Impact Minerals has partnered with Kuniko Limited, granting them the right to earn up to 70% of the Commonwealth gold-silver project in NSW’s Lachlan Fold Belt through a $3 million exploration commitment over four years.

Aruma Resources has intersected promising high-grade copper mineralisation in its first drilling campaign at the Fiery Creek Copper Project, signalling renewed potential in the Mt Isa copper belt after two decades of limited exploration.

Challenger Gold has secured the final Environmental Impact Assessment amendment for its Hualilán Gold Project, enabling ore haulage and toll milling at the Casposo plant. This milestone unlocks a low-capital pathway to early cash flow while advancing the project’s development.

Australian Critical Minerals has completed its acquisition of Circuit Resources, securing a 25,600-hectare portfolio in Peru rich in precious and base metals, with multiple drill-ready projects poised for exploration.

Variscan Mines has acquired extensive historic drilling data over newly granted licences in northern Spain, revealing significant high-grade zinc and lead mineralisation and unlocking a district-scale exploration opportunity.

Rumble Resources has launched a $9 million capital raise to accelerate development at its Western Queen gold and tungsten projects, targeting near-term production by late 2026. The company also highlights significant resource upgrades and seeks partners for its Earaheedy base metals project.

Polymetals Resources reports steady operational gains at its Endeavor silver-zinc mine, hitting key production and financial milestones including a scheduled first zinc concentrate shipment and inclusion in the ASX All Ordinaries Index.

Impact Minerals has entered a joint venture with Kuniko Limited to advance the Commonwealth gold-silver-copper project in New South Wales, retaining a 30% free carried interest while focusing on its Lake Hope High Purity Alumina project.

Rimfire Pacific Mining has identified three promising base metal drill targets near Broken Hill, expanding its exploration focus beyond cobalt. The company is exploring commercial options to unlock value from these discoveries amid a regional mining resurgence.