Latest Northern Territory News

Horizon Oil and its joint venture partners have signed a binding Letter of Intent with Northern Territory’s Power and Water Corporation to fast-track drilling of two new wells at Mereenie, aiming to secure long-term gas supply agreements through 2034.

Central Petroleum has signed a binding Letter of Intent with Northern Territory's Power and Water Corporation to fast-track drilling of four wells and establish long-term gas supply agreements through 2034.

Echelon Resources has signed a term sheet with the Northern Territory’s Power and Water Corporation to supply gas through 2034, including plans for four new wells that could significantly increase output from the Amadeus Basin.

Trek Metals has identified a significant high-grade manganese discovery at its Christmas Creek Project, supported by strong gravity anomalies indicating a large concealed mineralised system. Drill planning is underway to test these compelling targets.

New Frontier Minerals is wrapping up its first reverse circulation drilling at Harts Range, with samples now en route for assay analysis. Meanwhile, progress at the Big One Deposit mining lease signals advancing copper ambitions.

Korab Resources reports significant gold and base metals exploration progress at its Rum Jungle Project, alongside innovative mining method evaluations and ongoing legal challenges to key lease renewals.

Tivan Limited has restarted fieldwork at its Sandover AI Project in central Australia, leveraging AI-driven targeting alongside enhanced collaboration with EARTH AI. Results from new electromagnetic surveys are expected by March 2026, setting the stage for expanded drilling campaigns.

Kingsland Minerals has initiated a Pre-feasibility Study for its Leliyn Graphite Project, partnering with Quinbrook to test graphite concentrate for battery anode applications. This marks a significant step toward developing a world-scale graphite operation in the Northern Territory.

Beetaloo Energy has reached a Final Investment Decision for its Carpentaria Pilot Project, paving the way for gas sales from EP187 starting in 2026. This milestone follows key agreements and approvals, marking a significant step in Northern Territory’s energy development.

Litchfield Minerals has reported its widest copper-zinc intercept to date at the Oonagalabi Project, expanding the Main Zone and confirming a continuous mineralised corridor. The company is well funded to pursue an aggressive drilling and geophysical program in 2026 to further explore deeper intrusive targets.

Moonlight Resources Limited is set to raise A$10 million through a fully underwritten IPO, targeting exploration and development of its diverse mineral projects across Australia. The offer includes 50 million shares priced at $0.20 each, with free options attached.

Beetaloo Energy has received a groundbreaking approval from the Northern Territory Government, enabling pilot gas production and sales from EP187 and advancing construction of the Carpentaria Gas Plant.