Latest Base Metals News

Sultan Resources announces the acquisition of three promising mineral projects spanning gold and critical minerals in Namibia and Western Australia, bolstering its portfolio in tier-1 jurisdictions. The deal includes a substantial inferred rubidium-lithium resource and promising nickel-copper-PGE targets.

Falcon Metals has confirmed exceptionally high-grade gold mineralisation at its Blue Moon project in Victoria’s Bendigo Zone, with drill results including 1.2 metres at 543 grams per tonne gold. This breakthrough underscores the untapped potential of the historic Bendigo Goldfield extending onto Falcon’s tenure.

Orion Minerals has taken a major step toward production by signing a non-binding term sheet with Glencore for up to US$250 million in financing and offtake agreements for its Prieska Copper Zinc Mine.

Redstone Resources has reported a significant copper intersection at its Chatsworth Prospect in Western Australia, revealing promising mineralisation that could signal a larger nickel-copper-cobalt system nearby.

CZR Resources has completed a $75 million cash sale of its Robe Mesa iron ore asset, leaving it debt-free and well-funded for aggressive exploration. The company is gearing up for drilling programs across its gold, copper-zinc-silver, and iron ore projects in Western Australia.

Patronus Resources (ASX, PTN) reveals a robust financial position with $70 million in cash and investments against a market cap near $100 million, underpinned by 2.3 million ounces gold equivalent resources in Tier-1 Australian jurisdictions. The company’s active exploration and strategic acquisitions signal promising growth ahead.

Litchfield Minerals is set to commence a major Phase 2 drilling program at its Oonagalabi Project, aiming to unlock a potentially world-class base metals system through targeted geophysical anomalies. The campaign will test a dual mineralisation model combining SEDEX-style and intrusive gold-bismuth signatures.

Lincoln Minerals has expanded its exploration footprint at the Minbrie Copper-Base Metals Project, identifying two new drill-ready targets and confirming a large-scale multi-metal sulphide system stretching over 7km. Fully funded for drilling, the company aims to unlock significant growth potential in South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula.

Emu NL has agreed to sell its Badja Gold Project subsidiary for AUD 3.5 million, redirecting focus and funds to its promising Yataga Copper Project in Queensland.

Koonenberry Gold (ASX, KNB) reports promising soil sampling results from its Wilga Flats Project in NSW, revealing a 4.2km gold and base metal anomaly akin to the nearby Cowal Gold Mine. The company aims to progress these targets to drill-ready status backed by a strong cash position.

Bastion Minerals has appointed seasoned geologist Ray Muskett to its board and secured shareholder approval to issue up to 750 million new shares, positioning the company for an accelerated exploration phase.

Stavely Minerals highlights significant progress in its Stavely Project with robust drill results and promising gold and copper-gold-silver resources. The company’s strategic focus on expanding gold discoveries at multiple prospects signals potential growth in a fertile volcanic belt.