Latest Iron News

Estrella Resources has gained regulatory approval to extract a 30,000-tonne bulk sample of high-grade manganese from its Ira Miri project, marking a pioneering step for Timor-Leste’s mining sector under its modern Mining Code.

Magnetite Mines Limited has been granted a new exploration licence adjacent to its Ironback Hill rare earth element project, expanding its strategic footprint in South Australia’s Braemar Iron Region. The licence offers promising optionality for future rare earth exploration while the company maintains focus on its core iron ore development.

Bayan Mining has appointed Nathan Kong as its new CEO, bringing over 17 years of tier-one mining experience to lead its rare earth projects and strategic growth initiatives.

Manuka Resources is gearing up to recommence gold and silver production in the Cobar Basin by mid-2026 while awaiting a pivotal regulatory decision on its large-scale iron sands project in New Zealand.

Monadelphous Group Limited has secured a $175 million contract with BHP to deliver critical construction works on a car dumper at Finucane Island, reinforcing its strong partnership with the mining giant.

Verity Resources has secured a major new exploration licence at its Monument Gold Project in Western Australia, doubling its landholding to over 400 square kilometres and unlocking fresh exploration opportunities in the prolific Laverton Goldfields.

Temas Resources has fortified its position in the critical minerals sector through key strategic moves including joining Québec’s CSM Scientific Network, engaging market-making services, and commissioning independent equity research.

Civmec Limited has landed a series of new contracts and extensions worth more than A$400 million, including a significant package with BHP for Port Hedland’s Port Debottlenecking Project 2 and key works supporting Fortescue’s decarbonisation efforts.

Fenix Resources has achieved a record quarterly iron ore shipment of 1.2 million tonnes, driving a strong cash increase to A$79 million and reaffirming its FY26 production guidance.

Iron Road has declined to extend Revera Energy’s option to purchase a strategic 24-hectare land parcel at Cape Hardy, marking a significant shift in their green hydrogen project partnership. Two larger land purchase options remain active, with potential buyback rights now triggered.

Austin Metals is refining a promising Vadrians-style BIF-hosted gold model at its Brunswick Hill Prospect, supported by recent high-grade drilling and poised for expanded exploration in 2026.

Dome Gold Mines reports a substantial 19.9 million tonne construction sand resource at its Sigatoka project, alongside a key board appointment and licence renewal that advance its mining ambitions.