# Copper Mining News in Western Australia

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## BOA: BOA Raises $9.2m to advance exploration at Neds Creek

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/boa-boa-raises-9-2m-to-advance-exploration-at-neds-creek--c5b58304-75a4-4f6f-a8ac-01aa52795e4a) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/boa-boa-raises-9-2m-to-advance-exploration-at-neds-creek--c5b58304-75a4-4f6f-a8ac-01aa52795e4a.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-21T22:19:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-21T23:11:47.405Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-21T23:11:47.405Z
- Company: BOA Resources Limited (BOA)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03155594)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.354
- Atlas tags: Nearology Play

BOA Resources Limited has secured firm commitments for a $9.245 million share placement to fund exploration at the Neds Creek Copper Project in Western Australia. The proceeds will be used primarily for drilling at the Ricci Lee, Thaduna, and Rooneys targets to expand the company's copper resource inventory.

## CR1: September 2026 Quarterly Report

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/cr1-september-2026-quarterly-report--e3f0dec7-3008-4909-9fae-0a0592894006) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/cr1-september-2026-quarterly-report--e3f0dec7-3008-4909-9fae-0a0592894006.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-21T21:25:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-21T22:26:22.150Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-21T22:26:22.150Z
- Company: Constellation Resources Limited (CR1)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03155512)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.167
- Atlas tags: QA/QC Disclosed

Constellation Resources reported its September 2026 quarterly results, highlighting a $3.2 million capital raise and the granting of two new Special Prospecting Authorities in the Edmund-Collier Basin. The company also confirmed regolith-hosted copper-gold mineralisation at the Chatham prospect within the Ularring Project.

## GreenTech drilling intersects copper near Whundo

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/greentech-drilling-intersects-copper-near-whundo--a4bd19f7-6f35-4992-832a-66983c68db17) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/greentech-drilling-intersects-copper-near-whundo--a4bd19f7-6f35-4992-832a-66983c68db17.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-20T08:29:46.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-20T12:00:40.403Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-20T12:00:40.403Z
- Company: Alien Metals Limited (UFO)
- Original source: [lse](https://www.londonstockexchange.com/news-article/UFO/greentech-drilling-intersects-copper-near-whundo/17844256)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.475
- Atlas tags: Step-Out Extension

GreenTech Metals has reported new diamond drilling results at the Whundo copper-zinc-gold project in Western Australia. Key intercepts include 11.6m at 0.9% Cu and 1.2% Zn at Yannery, which lies outside the current mineral resource, and high-grade near-surface copper at the Austin target.

## GRE: Whundo Drilling Returns Significant Cu Zn Ag Intercepts

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gre-whundo-drilling-returns-significant-cu-zn-ag-intercepts--1954b6dd-9392-4934-97f8-4b8e70e9045f) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gre-whundo-drilling-returns-significant-cu-zn-ag-intercepts--1954b6dd-9392-4934-97f8-4b8e70e9045f.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-19T22:15:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-19T23:15:06.142Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-19T23:15:06.142Z
- Company: GreenTech Metals Limited (GRE)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03154447)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.514
- Atlas tags: None

GreenTech Metals has announced significant copper-zinc-silver drill intercepts from its Whundo Project in Western Australia, confirming polymetallic mineralization at Yannery and high-grade shallow copper-silver at Austin. These results extend the known mineralized footprint outside the current JORC resource, highlighting potential for future resource growth. Further assay results for eight drill holes are expected in November.

## Buxton sets sights on Arizona after copper-gold drilling at Madman

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/buxton-sets-sights-on-arizona-after-copper-gold-drilling-at-madman--78807a34-c4fa-4a11-a330-1a5e8a486bd4) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/buxton-sets-sights-on-arizona-after-copper-gold-drilling-at-madman--78807a34-c4fa-4a11-a330-1a5e8a486bd4.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-15T04:22:35.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-15T05:03:21.133Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-15T05:03:21.133Z
- Company: Buxton Resources (BUX)
- Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/buxton-sets-sights-on-arizona-after-copper-gold-drilling-at-madman/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0
- Atlas tags: Nearology Play

Buxton Resources has completed drilling at its Madman copper-gold project in Western Australia, intersecting graphitic sediments that explain a previously detected electromagnetic conductor. While the drilling provided geological insight, no economic mineralization was identified, and assays are not expected until December. The company is now shifting focus to preparing geophysical and drilling programs in Arizona.

## BOA Resources expands Rooneys copper trend beyond 500m

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/boa-resources-expands-rooneys-copper-trend-beyond-500m--ff262077-c123-4dce-af0a-dc09a7b7cfc6) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/boa-resources-expands-rooneys-copper-trend-beyond-500m--ff262077-c123-4dce-af0a-dc09a7b7cfc6.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-14T22:46:11.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-14T23:03:07.263Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-14T23:03:07.263Z
- Company: BOA Resources (BOA)
- Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/boa-resources-expands-rooneys-copper-trend-beyond-500m/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.577
- Atlas tags: Step-Out Extension, Maiden Resource

BOA Resources has extended the Rooneys copper trend at the Neds Creek project in Western Australia to over 500m using maiden aircore drilling. The results include high-grade intercepts such as 4m at 3.54% Cu and suggest the presence of a second mineralised structure. Additionally, the company has consolidated 100% ownership of the Neds Creek project through the acquisition of Core Value Australia.

## BOA: Completion of acquisition of Neds Creek copper project

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/boa-completion-of-acquisition-of-neds-creek-copper-project--5d17a8b5-3c89-4720-9f2a-219f7362b4d7) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/boa-completion-of-acquisition-of-neds-creek-copper-project--5d17a8b5-3c89-4720-9f2a-219f7362b4d7.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-14T04:14:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-14T05:05:56.545Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-14T05:05:56.545Z
- Company: BOA Resources Limited (BOA)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03152335)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.491
- Atlas tags: Resource Update

BOA Resources Limited has completed the acquisition of Core Value Australia NL, granting it 100% ownership of the Neds Creek Copper Project in Western Australia. The deal consolidates the Thaduna and Green Dragon copper deposits and includes the Ricci Lee prospect and Rooneys exploration targets.

## BOA: Rooneys copper target expands to more than 500m strike

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/boa-rooneys-copper-target-expands-to-more-than-500m-strike--56f4d349-a771-4ee4-b2d1-eb0db12e9b69) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/boa-rooneys-copper-target-expands-to-more-than-500m-strike--56f4d349-a771-4ee4-b2d1-eb0db12e9b69.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-13T23:48:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-14T00:11:34.523Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-14T00:11:34.523Z
- Company: BOA Resources Limited (BOA)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03152195)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.722
- Atlas tags: Step-Out Extension, QA/QC Disclosed, Compositing Transparent, Apparent Width Only, Cut-off Disclosed, JORC Compliant, QP/CP Signed

BOA Resources Limited announced strong, shallow copper results from its maiden aircore drilling program at the Rooneys prospect within the Neds Creek Copper Project in Western Australia. The drilling extended the interpreted mineralized trend to over 500m, including high-grade intercepts such as 4m at 3.54% Cu from 10m and 16m at 2.47% Cu from 58m. These results strengthen the potential for additional copper systems and have prompted planning for an expanded follow-up RC drilling program.

## M96: Pokali Drilling Mobilisation

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/m96-pokali-drilling-mobilisation--34a5f018-59c2-4657-badd-46f8ae1c252f) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/m96-pokali-drilling-mobilisation--34a5f018-59c2-4657-badd-46f8ae1c252f.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-13T21:22:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-13T22:20:18.711Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-13T22:20:18.711Z
- Company: Maverick Minerals Australia Ltd (M96)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03151961)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.108
- Atlas tags: Infill Drilling

Maverick Minerals is mobilising a drill rig to the Pokali East copper prospect at the West Arunta Project in Western Australia. The planned 14-hole RC and Aircore program will test extensions of the mineralised corridor and is expected to take approximately three weeks.

## ANX: Investor Presentation

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/anx-investor-presentation--e63914de-536b-4e90-9eea-76c7cd214495) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/anx-investor-presentation--e63914de-536b-4e90-9eea-76c7cd214495.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-12T22:39:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-12T23:11:37.299Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-12T23:11:37.299Z
- Company: Anax Metals Limited (ANX)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03151592)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.818
- Atlas tags: High IRR, Short Payback Period, Low Initial Capex, DFS Complete, Financing Commitments, JORC Compliant, QP/CP Signed, Measured Resource, Proven Reserve, Category Upgrade, Historical Estimate Only

Anax Metals has released an investor presentation detailing strong economic metrics from its updated Definitive Feasibility Study for the Whim Creek Project, including a pre-tax NPV of A$501M and a 14-month payback period. The company has received non-binding term sheets for up to A$57M in project funding and reported an updated Measured Mineral Resource for the Mons Cupri deposit. The presentation emphasizes the project's readiness for production, supported by existing permits and infrastructure.

# Atlas tag definitions

- **Bonanza Intercept:** Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
- **True Width Disclosed:** Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
- **Step-Out Extension:** Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
- **QA/QC Disclosed:** Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
- **Compositing Transparent:** Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
- **Refractory Ore:** Complex mineralogy requiring oxidation or other special processing before recovery.
- **Apparent Width Only:** Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
- **Stale Data Re-release:** Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
- **No QA/QC Disclosure:** Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
- **Metal Equivalent Opaque:** Metal equivalent grade reported without disclosing the price, recovery, or payability assumptions used.
- **Cut-off Undisclosed:** Cut-off grade not disclosed — cannot assess comparability to prior estimates or peers.
- **Deleterious Elements Present:** Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
- **Infill Drilling:** Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
- **Nearology Play:** Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
- **Measured Resource:** Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
- **Indicated Resource:** Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
- **Proven Reserve:** Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
- **Probable Reserve:** Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
- **Category Upgrade:** Resource confidence improved — Inferred upgraded to Indicated, or Indicated to Measured. De-risking signal.
- **Tonnage Growth:** Significant tonnage increase (≥15%) vs prior estimate with grade maintained or improved.
- **Grade Improvement:** Average resource grade improved vs prior estimate — better deposit economics.
- **Contained Metal Growth:** True scale improvement — contained metal ounces/tonnes increased vs prior, accounting for both tonnage and grade changes.
- **QP/CP Signed:** Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
- **Cut-off Disclosed:** Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
- **JORC Compliant:** Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
- **NI 43-101 Compliant:** Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
- **Inferred Resource:** Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
- **All Inferred:** 100% of resource is Inferred category — very early stage, no engineering confidence.
- **Grade Decline:** Average grade dropped >5% vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.
- **Tonnage Decline:** Resource tonnage decreased vs prior estimate — pit optimization removed marginal material or geological model revised down.
- **Category Downgrade:** Resource confidence decreased — Measured downgraded to Indicated, or Indicated to Inferred. Unusual and concerning.
- **Contained Metal Decline:** Contained metal decreased vs prior despite tonnage growth — grade dilution exceeds volume gain.
- **Dilutive Growth:** Tonnage increased but contained metal flat or down — likely from lower cut-off grade, not geological expansion.
- **Cut-off Lowered:** Cut-off grade significantly reduced vs prior estimate — tonnage growth may be artificial inflation.
- **Cut-off Undisclosed:** Cut-off grade not disclosed — cannot assess comparability to prior estimates or peers.
- **Historical Estimate Only:** Estimate pre-dates or does not comply with current JORC/NI 43-101 standards — requires verification drilling.
- **Stale Estimate:** Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.
- **No Contained Metal:** Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
- **No QP/CP Disclosure:** No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
- **Maiden Resource:** First formal MRE for the project — establishes baseline but typically exploration-stage with high Inferred component.
- **Resource Update:** Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
- **PEA-Supporting:** Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.
- **PFS-Supporting:** Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.
- **DFS-Supporting:** Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
- **High Recovery:** Recovery at or above the exceptional band for the commodity and processing route.
- **Pilot Scale Complete:** Pilot or demonstration plant testing completed under continuous operation.
- **Free Milling:** Simple, clean ore amenable to standard processing without oxidation.
- **Multi-Domain Tested:** Variability across ore domains (oxide, transition, fresh) has been addressed.
- **Recovery Improving:** Recovery improved versus a like-for-like prior test program on the same domain and route.
- **Low Recovery:** Recovery below the weak band for the commodity and processing route.
- **Bench Scale Only:** Only preliminary bench tests completed — no locked-cycle or pilot work.
- **Refractory Ore:** Complex mineralogy requiring oxidation or other special processing before recovery.
- **Single Domain Only:** Testing limited to one composite or domain — representativeness not established.
- **Recovery Stagnant:** No improvement across multiple test programs on comparable material.
- **Theoretical Recovery Only:** Only theoretical or liberation-derived recovery reported, with no actual test result.
- **Heap Leach Route:** Processing via heap leach — lower CAPEX and OPEX, lower recovery expected.
- **Mill Route:** Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
- **Gravity Route:** Gravity separation forms a material part of the flowsheet.
- **POX/BIOX Route:** Pressure or bio-oxidation for refractory ore — high CAPEX and OPEX.
- **Byproduct Commodity:** The tested commodity is a byproduct rather than the primary economic driver.