# Platinum Mining News in Western Australia Canonical page: https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news?commodities=platinum®ions=australia_wa Atlas summarizes and classifies mining-industry stories from third-party publishers. Follow each source link for the original reporting. Results: 6 Returned: 6 Coverage: drill results, resource updates, and metallurgy; primary commodity matching; all time unless dates are supplied. Region: Western Australia (australia_wa) Commodity: Platinum (platinum) Applied filters: {"regions":["australia_wa"],"commodities":["platinum"],"commodity_scope":"primary","document_types":["drill_results","resource_update","metallurgy"],"document_type_match":"any"} Sort: published_at desc Offset: 0; page size: 10 ## GAL: Norseman Drill Program Underway - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gal-norseman-drill-program-underway--858c1cd7-ce85-4bfe-8489-9a949e6d29d0) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gal-norseman-drill-program-underway--858c1cd7-ce85-4bfe-8489-9a949e6d29d0.md) - Original announcement: 2026-10-05T22:18:00.000Z - Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-05T23:15:29.984Z - Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-05T23:15:29.984Z - Company: Galileo Mining Ltd (GAL) - Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03148755) - Atlas sentiment: 0.228 - Atlas tags: Infill Drilling Galileo Mining has commenced a 5,000m aircore drilling program at its 100% owned Norseman project in Western Australia. The program targets Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) and gold at the North Callisto prospect and other new targets near the existing Callisto resource. ## TM1: Major Intercepts & Access Cleared for Resource Drilling - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/tm1-major-intercepts-access-cleared-for-resource-drilling--2d7d21e6-23a1-4383-8fa1-c323256a592a) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/tm1-major-intercepts-access-cleared-for-resource-drilling--2d7d21e6-23a1-4383-8fa1-c323256a592a.md) - Original announcement: 2026-09-30T22:19:00.000Z - Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-30T23:21:52.609Z - Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-30T23:21:52.609Z - Company: Terra Metals Limited (TM1) - Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03146935) - Atlas sentiment: 0.842 - Atlas tags: Mill Route, Gravity Route Terra Metals has announced further significant drill intercepts from its Southwest PGM-Cu-Ni discovery, confirming the largest continuous high-grade reef to date and extending the strike length to 1,350m. The results include exceptional copper grades up to 3.23% and strong 3E (Pt+Pd+Au) grades up to 6.54 g/t over broad intervals. Heritage approvals have been secured for resource-definition drilling, and first-pass drilling at new prospects has intersected sulfides, indicating further growth potential. A maiden Mineral Resource Estimate is on track for Q1 CY2027, supported by advancing metallurgical test work. ## POD: Annual Report to Shareholders - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/pod-annual-report-to-shareholders--bf329e06-25a5-4bbb-8cb3-3db3e491e855) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/pod-annual-report-to-shareholders--bf329e06-25a5-4bbb-8cb3-3db3e491e855.md) - Original announcement: 2026-09-24T05:03:00.000Z - Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-24T06:12:37.624Z - Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-24T06:12:37.624Z - Company: Podium Minerals Limited (POD) - Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03143411) - Atlas sentiment: 0.738 - Atlas tags: JORC Compliant, QP/CP Signed, Maiden Resource, Indicated Resource, Inferred Resource, Cut-off Disclosed, Open Pit Mining, Low Recovery, Recovery Improving, Pilot Scale Complete, QA/QC Disclosed, Deleterious Elements Present, Step-Out Extension, Apparent Width Only, Mill Route, Multi-Domain Tested Podium Minerals Limited's 2026 Annual Report highlights significant progress, including a metallurgical breakthrough for its Parks Reef PGM Project, achieving 80% 3E PGM recovery and improved copper recovery with a more efficient flowsheet. The company also announced a maiden JORC-compliant Mineral Resource Estimate for the Range Well Nickel Project, adding 363 Mt at 0.73% Ni, with 68% in the Indicated category. These advancements, alongside confirmed depth continuity at Parks Reef and successful capital raises, position the company for future development. ## GRE: 30 June 2026 Annual Report - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gre-30-june-2026-annual-report--b871f543-0620-4a1a-aa33-a572866becae) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gre-30-june-2026-annual-report--b871f543-0620-4a1a-aa33-a572866becae.md) - Original announcement: 2026-09-22T22:10:00.000Z - Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-22T23:27:02.310Z - Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-22T23:27:02.310Z - Company: GreenTech Metals Limited (GRE) - Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03142425) - Atlas sentiment: 0.299 - Atlas tags: Historical Estimate Only, Cut-off Disclosed, JORC Compliant, QP/CP Signed, QA/QC Disclosed, Infill Drilling, Apparent Width Only GreenTech Metals Limited reported a transformational year, marked by the acquisition of a 70% interest in the Munni Munni PGE-Copper-Nickel Project, expanding its West Pilbara tenure. Initial Phase 1 drilling at Munni Munni returned high-grade PGE3, copper, and nickel intercepts, supporting an ongoing resource re-estimation. The company also strengthened its financial position through two successful capital raises totaling $12.7 million. ## Strong PGM results see Terra Metals shift Southwest focus to higher-grade reefs - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/strong-pgm-results-see-terra-metals-shift-southwest-focus-to-higher-grade-reefs--b3c63cdb-6abf-475c-a6c4-e916d4147127) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/strong-pgm-results-see-terra-metals-shift-southwest-focus-to-higher-grade-reefs--b3c63cdb-6abf-475c-a6c4-e916d4147127.md) - Original announcement: 2026-09-08T02:45:07.000Z - Atlas analysis published: Unknown date - Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date - Company: Terra Metals (TM1) - Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/strong-pgm-results-see-terra-metals-shift-southwest-focus-to-higher-grade-reefs/) - Atlas sentiment: 0.493 - Atlas tags: Step-Out Extension, Bonanza Intercept, Mill Route Terra Metals has reported high-grade platinum group metal (PGM) results from its Southwest Discovery in Western Australia, identifying multiple stacked reef layers. The drilling demonstrates a large mineralised system with significant continuity, supporting potential open-pit development. ## Terra Metals’ latest drill hits extend Southwest PGM-Cu-Ni system - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/terra-metals-latest-drill-hits-extend-southwest-pgm-cu-ni-system--5a2bff15-55e4-490c-8b5a-01a7412adbcd) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/terra-metals-latest-drill-hits-extend-southwest-pgm-cu-ni-system--5a2bff15-55e4-490c-8b5a-01a7412adbcd.md) - Original announcement: 2026-08-26T01:30:48.000Z - Atlas analysis published: Unknown date - Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date - Company: Terra Metals (TM1) - Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/terra-metals-latest-drill-hits-extend-southwest-pgm-cu-ni-system/) - Atlas sentiment: 0.493 - Atlas tags: Step-Out Extension Terra Metals has reported significant drill results from its Southwest discovery in Western Australia, extending PGM-Cu-Ni mineralisation by approximately 360m along strike. The intercepts from holes SWRD057, SWRD055, and SWDD018 demonstrate scale, continuity, and high-grade reefs within a broad mineralised package. # 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.