Latest Ore Reserve News

Classic Minerals has completed a design study for a 250,000 tonnes per annum Carbon-in-Leach gold processing plant at Forrestania, appointing IPS Global as EPCM contractor and outlining a scalable growth strategy.

Westgold Resources projects a rise in gold production to 345-385koz in FY26, backed by significant capital investment and operational improvements aimed at boosting free cash flow.

New Age Exploration’s first drilling campaign at Lammerlaw has intersected promising shear zone-hosted gold mineralisation, echoing the renowned Macraes deposit style. The results validate their exploration approach and set the stage for further resource definition.

West African Resources Limited has unveiled an updated 10-year gold production plan, projecting a peak output of 569,000 ounces in 2029 supported by 12.2 million ounces in Mineral Resources and 6.5 million ounces in Ore Reserves.

Manuka Resources has confirmed a maiden Probable Ore Reserve of 290,000 tonnes at 4.2g/t gold for its Mt Boppy Open Pit, adding approximately 39,000 ounces to its Cobar Basin production plan. The project delivers a robust pre-tax NPV8 of A$43.2 million and an IRR of 64%, with ore to be processed at the existing Wonawinta plant.

Beacon Minerals has updated the Laterite Mineral Resource at its Iguana Deposit, reporting 1.2 million tonnes at 0.92 g/t gold for 36,000 ounces. This upgrade enhances confidence in the Lady Ida Project’s near-surface gold potential ahead of an ore reserve estimate expected next year.

Brightstar Resources has unveiled a robust multi-hub expansion strategy in Western Australia, boosted by its strategic acquisition of Aurumin Limited. The company targets a significant production increase to 200,000 ounces of gold annually by 2029.

Northern Star Resources updates its Ore Reserves and Mineral Resources following the acquisition of De Grey Mining, adding the Hemi project to its portfolio, while confirming steady progress on the KCGM Mill Expansion.

Aeris Resources has outlined its FY26 production targets, aiming for a 40-49kt copper equivalent output while advancing key projects and planning asset divestments to strengthen its balance sheet.

Black Cat Syndicate’s recent shallow drilling at Fingals delivers impressive high-grade gold intercepts, reinforcing the deposit’s role as a cornerstone for Kal East’s production growth. The results underpin ongoing mining ramp-up and future underground development plans.

Lotus Resources has received the final environmental and social approval to restart its Kayelekera Uranium Mine in Malawi, marking a key milestone in its African uranium operations. This endorsement from Malawi’s Environment Protection Authority paves the way for the company’s planned production ramp-up.

Catalyst Metals has significantly upgraded its Trident underground gold resource, doubling indicated ounces and setting a clear path toward doubling annual production to 200,000 ounces. This milestone underscores the company’s strategic progress in the Plutonic Gold Belt.