Ausmon’s Parrakie REE Drilling Sparks Potential but Faces Community Hurdles
Ausmon Resources has completed a 23-hole aircore drilling program at its Parrakie tenement in South Australia, revealing encouraging preliminary rare earth element concentrations. The results pave the way for further exploration and resource definition in the Limestone Coast REEs Project.
- 23-hole aircore drilling completed at Parrakie EL6795
- Preliminary pXRF results show total rare earth oxides (TREE) up to 753 ppm
- Samples submitted for detailed ALS laboratory analysis
- Drilling focused on 10 km2 grid at Jabuk Prospect
- Plans underway for community engagement and resource drilling in 2025/2026
Exploration Progress at Parrakie
Ausmon Resources Limited has reported the completion of a targeted aircore drilling program within its Parrakie EL6795 tenement in South Australia. Conducted in September 2025, the program comprised 23 vertical holes totaling 418 meters, focused on the Jabuk Prospect area. This drilling campaign aimed to refine the understanding of rare earth element (REE) mineralisation within the Limestone Coast REEs Project, a region gaining attention for its potential in critical minerals.
Encouraging Preliminary Results
Initial analysis using portable X-ray fluorescence (pXRF) technology revealed promising total rare earth oxide (TREE) concentrations, with peak readings reaching 753 parts per million (ppm). These results, while preliminary, suggest the presence of significant REE mineralisation, particularly of elements such as lanthanum, cerium, neodymium, and praseodymium. To validate these findings, samples have been submitted to ALS laboratories in Adelaide for comprehensive assay testing using the ME-MS81 method, which will provide more definitive geochemical data.
Strategic Drilling and Future Plans
The drilling was strategically conducted on a 10 square kilometre grid with spacing designed to delineate a maiden JORC-compliant mineral resource. This approach reflects Ausmon's commitment to methodical exploration and resource definition. The company has identified three target areas within the Limestone Coast Project, with Jabuk being a primary focus due to its elevated REE results. Future exploration phases will involve extending drilling beyond road verges onto freehold land, necessitating community consultations and landholder agreements.
Regional Context and Industry Comparisons
The Parrakie tenement lies within the Murray Basin, an area known for its Loxton Parilla Sands, which host REE mineralisation. Nearby peers, such as Australian Earths, have reported significant success at their Koppamurra REEs Project, boasting a JORC resource of 236 million tonnes at 748 ppm TREE. Ausmon's results align with this regional potential, reinforcing the Limestone Coast as a prospective REE province.
Community Engagement and Next Steps
Looking ahead, Ausmon plans to engage with local landholders and communities to secure support for upcoming resource drilling scheduled for 2025 and 2026. Finalising drill collar locations and securing funding are immediate priorities. The company’s consultant geologist, Mr Mark Derriman, has overseen the exploration activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and the Australasian Code for Reporting Exploration Results.
Bottom Line?
Ausmon’s latest drilling results mark a significant step forward, but the true value will hinge on forthcoming assay confirmations and community support.
Questions in the middle?
- How will ALS laboratory assays compare with the preliminary pXRF results?
- What are the timelines and strategies for securing community and landholder approvals?
- How does Ausmon plan to position itself against regional competitors with established REE resources?
