Mining

Core Lithium has greenlit the restart of its mothballed Finniss lithium operation in the Northern Territory and plans to raise $120 million as part of a broader funding package.

As the US pursues critical minerals supply chains outside of China, a Perth-based junior is taking steps to be a part of it.

The incoming boss of BHP says he is committed to Australia but has warned local investment was at risk as other nations cut red tape in pursuit of mining money.

Liz Westcott has been appointed the full-time chief executive of Woodside Energy, winning the race three months after stepping into the role in an acting capacity.

UPDATED: ASX-listed Matsa Resources said mining and processing of gold from its Devon Pit mine are proceeding as planned after speculation it would be affected by fuel shortages.

Rox Resources has pulled the $245 million investment trigger on its Youanmi gold project near Sandstone, with a view to producing gold at the brownfields site next year.

Shares in West Perth-based Meeka Metals rose early on Tuesday, following news of a key update relating to its Murchison gold project, 50km south of Meekatharra.

Goldminer West African Resources increased its net profit by $321 million in CY25, on the back of increased production courtesy of its Kiaka gold mine.

Rio Tinto and BHP have committed to spend a further $US500 million at their Resolution Copper joint venture after a legal breakthrough for the much-delayed mining project.

Toubani Resources has begun construction at its Kobada gold project in Mali, a week after the project was greenlit by the company's board.

Civil unrest has played a role in Perseus electing to divest its 70 per cent stake in the Meyas sand project in Sudan.

Lynas Rare Earths has struck a deal with the United States Department of War to supply US$96 million worth of its sought-after critical mineral at a premium floor price.

Darren Gordon-led Centaurus Metals has taken another important step towards a potential positive FID at its Jaguar nickel sulphide project in Brazil.

A 47-year-old man has died at South32's Worsley alumina refinery after a workplace incident.

The Australian Taxation Office has won a $3 million battle with veteran resources company promoter Shane Beatty Sadleir over bills going back two decades.

Northern Star Resources shares sunk more than 18 per cent in trade on Friday, after the company again slashed its financial year production guidance.

West Perth-based Cygnus Metals has announced plans to raise $25 million, as it eyes rapid progression at its flagship Chibougamau copper-gold project in Canada.

Sovereign Metals has signed an MOU with Japan-based Mitsui & Co, a move welcomed by the midcap's chief executive Chris Eagar.

Former Boss Energy chief executive Duncan Craib has sued HotCopper after the forum operator allegedly refused to take down defamatory posts.

Liontown Resources has posted a $184 million loss for the half-year, while its 80 per cent renewable power mix buffers it from the fuel price fallout from the Middle East conflict.

Resolute Mining's push to become a 500,000 ounce-plus per annum gold producer has been given a boost following a key approval overnight.

Three days after being added to the ASX All Ordinaries, rare earths developer St George Mining has taken another key step at its flagship Brazilian project.

A federal government agency is loaning Rio Tinto $US275 million for the development of its Argentinian lithium mine, as the miner's Ravensthorpe battery metals mine remains mothballed

Shares in midcap developer Torque Metals closed trade on Wednesday up 35 per cent to a company-high 50 cents, following three key appointments.

Bruce Griffin-chaired Sheffield Resources has withdrawn both its production and shipment guidance for the March 2026 quarter at the Thunderbird mineral sands mine, citing multiple factors.

Lynas Rare Earths has struck an updated supply deal with its long-term Japanese trading partner and has set a price floor price of US$110 per kilogram for its rare earth magnet material.

Westgold Resources has signed off on a $145 million expansion of its Higginsville gold mill to lift processing capacity by 1 million tonnes per annum.

Bill Beament-led Develop Global increased its half-year profit in FY26, as its Woodlawn project nears nameplate processing capacity.

Shares in Pantoro Gold fell by 20 per cent early on Tuesday, despite signaling its intent to develop a third producing underground mine at its flagship Norseman gold project.

Toubani Resources has achieved a positive final investment decision at its Kobada gold project, following board approval.

Luke Cox-led Caprice Resources has announced a $12.7 million capital raise, as it aims to primarily enhance exploration drilling at its gold assets in the Murchison.

Rox Resources has locked in $350 million worth of debt finance from local and international banks, as it closes in in an investment call at its Youanmi goldmine.