# Lithium Mining News in Western Australia

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## CHR: Quarterly Activities/Appendix 5B Cash Flow Report

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chr-quarterly-activities-appendix-5b-cash-flow-report--7ec2a4dd-6f3d-4470-b125-ec914d648968) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chr-quarterly-activities-appendix-5b-cash-flow-report--7ec2a4dd-6f3d-4470-b125-ec914d648968.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-21T22:56:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-21T23:10:08.800Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-21T23:10:08.800Z
- Company: Charger Metals NL (CHR)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03155667)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.649
- Atlas tags: High Recovery, Recovery Improving, Pilot Scale Complete, Multi-Domain Tested, Free Milling, Mill Route, Inferred Resource, JORC Compliant, QP/CP Signed, Stale Data Re-release, Gravity Route

Charger Metals NL reported excellent metallurgical results for its Medcalf Lithium Project, demonstrating high lithium and tantalum recoveries and grade upgrades through ore-sorting, which de-risks the project. The company also completed the sale of its Bynoe Lithium Project, significantly boosting its cash reserves to $4.23 million, enabling further exploration and studies. A 10,000m drill program is underway at Medcalf, with assays expected shortly to support resource growth.

## GL1: Site clearing commences at Manna Lithium Project

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gl1-site-clearing-commences-at-manna-lithium-project--92c0d215-2e27-4cb0-b9f5-7510b4242850) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gl1-site-clearing-commences-at-manna-lithium-project--92c0d215-2e27-4cb0-b9f5-7510b4242850.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-21T22:38:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-21T23:18:06.455Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-21T23:18:06.455Z
- Company: Global Lithium Resources Limited (GL1)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03155634)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.44
- Atlas tags: Stale Data Re-release, Stale Data Re-release

Global Lithium Resources has commenced site clearing and grubbing works at its 100%-owned Manna Lithium Project in Western Australia, covering approximately 54 hectares. This follows the receipt of a Native Vegetation Clearing Permit and marks a further step in preparing the project for development. The company also announced four senior management appointments to support the project's progress.

## GR8: Pilbara Soil Sampling Defines Priority Lithium Targets

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gr8-pilbara-soil-sampling-defines-priority-lithium-targets--7eed4278-9d8d-4407-88fe-ac36ea62ddc4) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gr8-pilbara-soil-sampling-defines-priority-lithium-targets--7eed4278-9d8d-4407-88fe-ac36ea62ddc4.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-20T22:27:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-20T23:15:51.359Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-20T23:15:51.359Z
- Company: Great Dirt Resources (GR8)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03155037)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.582
- Atlas tags: None

Great Dirt Resources has reported strong assay results from a systematic soil sampling program at its 100%-owned Pilbara Project, defining nine lithium-caesium-rubidium anomalies, including three Priority 1 targets. These targets exhibit geochemical signatures consistent with LCT pegmatites and are located in a similar geological setting to a nearby significant lithium discovery. The company plans infill soil sampling, geological mapping, heritage surveys, and first-pass drilling to advance these targets.

## Q&A: PLS boss Dale Henderson answers burning questions on mega lithium expansion

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/q-a-pls-boss-dale-henderson-answers-burning-questions-on-mega-lithium-expansion--4816556a-d224-46af-9c38-45a6c64e36ae) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/q-a-pls-boss-dale-henderson-answers-burning-questions-on-mega-lithium-expansion--4816556a-d224-46af-9c38-45a6c64e36ae.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-18T19:00:01.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-18T19:04:05.737Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-18T19:04:05.737Z
- Company: PLS Group (PLS)
- Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/qa-pls-boss-dale-henderson-answers-burning-questions-on-mega-lithium-expansion/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.526
- Atlas tags: Resource Update

PLS Group has approved a major expansion at its Pilgangoora mine, doubling capacity to 2Mtpa via the $1.9bn P2000 development. The expansion aims to capitalize on long-term lithium demand despite current market volatility.

## Monsters of Rock: PLS signals lithium confidence with $1.9bn Pilgangoora expansion

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/monsters-of-rock-pls-signals-lithium-confidence-with-1-9bn-pilgangoora-expansion--a946e777-311d-4362-8221-65f683c3dc06) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/monsters-of-rock-pls-signals-lithium-confidence-with-1-9bn-pilgangoora-expansion--a946e777-311d-4362-8221-65f683c3dc06.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-16T02:06:52.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-16T03:19:08.036Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-16T03:19:08.036Z
- Company: PLS Group (PLS)
- Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/monsters-of-rock-pls-signals-confidence-in-lithium-market-approving-1-9bn-pilgangoora-expansion/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.526
- Atlas tags: Tonnage Growth, Maiden Resource

PLS Group has approved a $1.9 billion expansion of its Pilgangoora lithium mine in Western Australia, aiming to double capacity to 2Mtpa. The announcement also includes a significant update to ore reserves, including a new maiden underground reserve.

## PLS: PLS approves P2000 FID to lift production to circa 2Mtpa

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/pls-pls-approves-p2000-fid-to-lift-production-to-circa-2mtpa--074fadd3-ebc0-48ef-b012-d03eb818e5cd) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/pls-pls-approves-p2000-fid-to-lift-production-to-circa-2mtpa--074fadd3-ebc0-48ef-b012-d03eb818e5cd.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-15T21:17:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-15T22:33:55.725Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-15T22:33:55.725Z
- Company: PLS Group Limited (PLS)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03153065)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.514
- Atlas tags: Category Upgrade, Maiden Resource, QP/CP Signed

PLS Group has announced a positive Final Investment Decision (FID) for its P2000 Project at Pilgangoora, aiming to increase spodumene concentrate production to ~2Mtpa. The project is supported by a Feasibility Study showing an incremental NPV of A$2.7B and an IRR of 29.5%. Concurrently, the company released an updated Ore Reserve showing a 31% increase in contained lithium.

## WC8: Quarterly Activities/Appendix 5B Cash Flow Report

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/wc8-quarterly-activities-appendix-5b-cash-flow-report--3bd8ab38-85c4-4c7d-9b68-35db64f3df5a) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/wc8-quarterly-activities-appendix-5b-cash-flow-report--3bd8ab38-85c4-4c7d-9b68-35db64f3df5a.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-12T21:11:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-12T22:36:41.118Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-12T22:36:41.118Z
- Company: Wildcat Resources Limited (WC8)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03151415)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.738
- Atlas tags: Mill Route

Wildcat Resources Limited successfully secured $60 million through an institutional placement, significantly bolstering its balance sheet to accelerate development at the Tabba Tabba Project and advance the Bolt Cutter Central lithium discovery. The company reported strong new lithium drill results from both projects, including 13.9m at 2.0% Li₂O at Tabba Tabba and 16m at 1.5% Li₂O at Bolt Cutter Central, while also progressing its Definitive Feasibility Study and maiden Mineral Resource Estimate. Additionally, Wildcat expanded its strategic tenure at Tabba Tabba through the acquisition of pegmatite rights, tripling the explorable strike length.

## GL1: Notification of AGM & Closing Date for Director Nominations

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gl1-notification-of-agm-closing-date-for-director-nominations--7bbb2be3-9f46-49f6-939b-81e3d8a7672b) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gl1-notification-of-agm-closing-date-for-director-nominations--7bbb2be3-9f46-49f6-939b-81e3d8a7672b.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-09T01:13:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-09T02:10:08.950Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-09T02:10:08.950Z
- Company: Global Lithium Resources Limited (GL1)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03150615)
- Atlas sentiment: 0
- Atlas tags: None

Global Lithium Resources Limited announced the date for its 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, 19 November 2026, with further details to follow. The company also advised that the closing date for director nominations for the AGM is 19 October 2026. The announcement includes historical mineral resource and ore reserve estimates for its Manna and Marble Bar Lithium Projects, noting no material changes to previously released information.

## OR3: 2026 Annual Report to Shareholders

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/or3-2026-annual-report-to-shareholders--498866a8-376e-416f-ad88-2f5788279909) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/or3-2026-annual-report-to-shareholders--498866a8-376e-416f-ad88-2f5788279909.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-30T06:52:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-30T07:18:20.333Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-30T07:18:20.333Z
- Company: Ore Resources Limited (OR3)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03146464)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.354
- Atlas tags: Gravity Route

Ore Resources Limited reported a landmark year in FY2026, marked by a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate and a positive Scoping Study for its Kangaroo Hills Lithium Project, outlining a rapid, capital-lite DSO operation. The company also achieved significant exploration success at its Coolgardie Gold Projects with high-grade intercepts and expanded its landholdings through strategic acquisitions. A successful A$7.5 million capital raise strengthened its balance, and a Project Agreement with Traditional Owners supports future development, although the auditor noted a material uncertainty regarding going concern.

## CHR: Annual Report to shareholders

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chr-annual-report-to-shareholders--25bdddbc-54e6-4088-b8e5-bcf2c8918ce5) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chr-annual-report-to-shareholders--25bdddbc-54e6-4088-b8e5-bcf2c8918ce5.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-30T00:30:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-30T01:06:06.148Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-30T01:06:06.148Z
- Company: Charger Metals NL (CHR)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03146008)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.727
- Atlas tags: Contained Metal Growth, Tonnage Growth, Inferred Resource, JORC Compliant, QP/CP Signed, Resource Update, Cut-off Disclosed, Free Milling, High Recovery, Asset Sale, Funding Secured, Grade Decline

Charger Metals NL announced a significant update to its Medcalf Lithium Deposit Mineral Resource Estimate at the Lake Johnston Lithium Project in Western Australia, increasing the total Inferred resource to 12.8 Mt at 0.87% Li2O and 112 ppm Ta2O5, representing a substantial increase in contained lithium from the previous estimate. The company also reported positive initial metallurgical test work results and confirmed plans for further drilling and a scoping study. Additionally, Charger completed the sale of its Bynoe Lithium Project for up to $14.75 million, providing funding for ongoing work at Lake Johnston.

# 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.