GoldArc Begins 3,000m Drilling to Expand High-Grade Gold at Eclipse Prospect
GoldArc Resources has kicked off a significant 3,000m drilling campaign at its Leonora South Gold Project, aiming to expand high-grade gold zones and unlock new discoveries across multiple prospects.
- 3,000m reverse circulation drilling underway targeting Eclipse extensions
- Focus on defining maiden JORC Mineral Resource Estimate at Eclipse
- Drilling also tests underexplored prospects including Whistler and Woodpecker South
- Follow-up 4,000m aircore program planned at Jessop Creek and Whistler
- Assay results expected within weeks, potentially reshaping project outlook
A Strategic Step Forward at Leonora South
GoldArc Resources (ASX – GA8) has commenced an extensive reverse circulation (RC) drilling program at its Leonora South Gold Project in Western Australia, signaling a pivotal phase in its exploration strategy. The approximately 3,000-metre campaign targets multiple high-priority prospects, with a particular focus on the Eclipse Prospect, where previous drilling revealed promising high-grade gold mineralisation.
The Eclipse Prospect has been a standout for GoldArc, especially following July 2025 intercepts such as 14 metres at 7.49 grams per tonne gold from just 12 metres depth. This program aims to test the continuity of these mineralised zones both along strike and at depth, with the ultimate goal of delivering a maiden JORC Mineral Resource Estimate. Success here could significantly enhance the project's valuation and investor interest.
Exploring New Frontiers Beyond Eclipse
Beyond Eclipse, the drilling campaign ambitiously extends to several underexplored prospects including Whistler, Woodpecker South, Euroa, La Trobe, and Pirie. These areas have seen limited historical drilling, and GoldArc’s efforts represent the first substantial modern exploration push. The program includes testing a 2-kilometre line of historical workings on M40/56, potentially uncovering new zones of mineralisation that could add to the company’s resource base.
Managing Director Paul Stephen emphasized the dual focus of the campaign – "Aggressively drilling Eclipse towards a maiden JORC resource following our high-grade hits in July and simultaneously testing our pipeline of exciting new discovery targets." This approach reflects a balanced strategy of resource definition and exploration upside.
Looking Ahead – Aircore Drilling and Market Implications
Following the RC program, GoldArc plans a substantial 4,000-metre aircore drilling program at Jessop Creek and Whistler, further underlining the company’s commitment to building a robust exploration pipeline. Assay results from the current drilling are expected within two to three weeks, which will be closely watched by investors and analysts alike for indications of resource growth potential.
GoldArc’s existing portfolio already boasts a combined JORC Mineral Resource of approximately 200,000 ounces of gold across its Leonora North and South projects. The success of this drilling campaign could be a catalyst for significant resource upgrades and new discoveries, reinforcing the company’s position in the competitive Eastern Goldfields region.
Bottom Line?
GoldArc’s drilling campaign at Leonora South could redefine its resource profile and set the stage for a new growth chapter.
Questions in the middle?
- Will the upcoming assay results confirm extensions of high-grade mineralisation at Eclipse?
- Can drilling at underexplored prospects like Whistler and Woodpecker South yield new discoveries?
- How will these exploration outcomes influence GoldArc’s valuation and development plans?
