Kalamazoo’s Ashburton Drilling Exceeds Planned Depth in First Hole
Kalamazoo Resources has appointed Adam Garczynski to lead the Mt Olympus Pre-Feasibility Study and completed the first diamond drill hole at its Ashburton Gold Project, marking key progress in its 2026 development plans.
- Appointment of Adam Garczynski as Mt Olympus PFS Manager
- Completion of first diamond drill hole extending beyond planned depth
- Drilling targets down-plunge extensions of Indicated and Inferred Resources
- Engagement of key consultants for PFS scheduled to start January 2026
- Drilling program to support mine development and optimisation
Strategic Leadership Appointment
Kalamazoo Resources Limited (ASX, KZR) has taken a decisive step forward in advancing its Ashburton Gold Project by appointing Adam Garczynski of Project Delivery International as the Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) Manager for the Mt Olympus deposit. With over 25 years of experience managing major mining projects across Australia and Papua New Guinea, Garczynski brings a wealth of expertise in both open pit and underground feasibility studies, particularly within the Pilbara region.
This leadership appointment signals Kalamazoo’s commitment to delivering a robust and timely PFS, with all key consultants now engaged and the official study kickoff slated for January 2026. The move is expected to streamline project delivery and enhance confidence among investors and stakeholders.
Drilling Program Progress
This drilling campaign is designed to test and infill down-plunge extensions of both Indicated and Inferred Resources beneath the current open pit design. The data generated will be critical for refining mine development plans and optimising extraction strategies as part of the PFS process.
Comprehensive Consultant Engagement
Kalamazoo has engaged a suite of specialist consultants to support the PFS, including Snowden Optiro for resource geology, BHM Process Consultants for metallurgy, and Entech Mining Consultants for mining and geotechnical studies. Environmental permitting is being managed by Green Values Australia. This multidisciplinary team is set to ensure that all technical aspects of the project are thoroughly evaluated, underpinning a comprehensive and credible study.
Broader Project Context and Outlook
The Ashburton Gold Project, with a current resource estimate of approximately 1.44 million ounces of gold, represents a significant asset for Kalamazoo. The company’s strategy to extend mine life through exploration of both open pit and underground resources at Mt Olympus, as well as other brownfield and greenfield prospects across its extensive 380 square kilometre tenure, underscores its growth ambitions in the Pilbara region.
Completion of the initial drilling phase is expected by early 2026, with further results to inform ongoing development decisions. CEO Dr Luke Mortimer highlighted the importance of these milestones in advancing Kalamazoo’s position as a serious player in the regional gold sector.
Bottom Line?
As Kalamazoo moves into 2026 with strengthened leadership and fresh drilling data, the Ashburton Gold Project’s next phase will be pivotal in defining its economic potential and development trajectory.
Questions in the middle?
- What will the assay results from the initial diamond drill hole reveal about resource quality and continuity?
- How might the PFS findings influence Kalamazoo’s mine planning and capital allocation decisions?
- What are the prospects for expanding resources beyond Mt Olympus within the broader Ashburton project area?
