# Rare Earths Mining News in Northern Territory Canonical page: https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news?commodities=rare_earths®ions=australia_nt Atlas summarizes and classifies mining-industry stories from third-party publishers. Follow each source link for the original reporting. Results: 8 Returned: 8 Coverage: drill results, resource updates, and metallurgy; primary commodity matching; all time unless dates are supplied. Region: Northern Territory (australia_nt) Commodity: Rare Earths (rare_earths) Applied filters: {"regions":["australia_nt"],"commodities":["rare_earths"],"commodity_scope":"primary","document_types":["drill_results","resource_update","metallurgy"],"document_type_match":"any"} Sort: published_at desc Offset: 0; page size: 10 ## Barkly extends rare earth footprint with hits 6-8km from previous drilling - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/barkly-extends-rare-earth-footprint-with-hits-6-8km-from-previous-drilling--b36fb117-4647-4117-b902-1dd7e3d69e44) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/barkly-extends-rare-earth-footprint-with-hits-6-8km-from-previous-drilling--b36fb117-4647-4117-b902-1dd7e3d69e44.md) - Original announcement: 2026-10-19T02:27:34.000Z - Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-19T03:05:31.272Z - Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-19T03:05:31.272Z - Company: Barkly Rare Earths (BAK) - Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/barkly-extends-rare-earth-footprint-with-hits-6-8km-from-previous-drilling/) - Atlas sentiment: 0.686 - Atlas tags: Step-Out Extension, Inferred Resource Barkly Rare Earths has extended its exploration footprint in the Northern Territory with new northwest drilling hitting rare earths 6-8km from previous results. The results also strengthen the existing inferred resource, with high-grade intercepts up to 4550ppm TREO reported in the southern holes. ## Barkly Rare Earths on a roll as wider drill hits bolster resource growth push - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/barkly-rare-earths-on-a-roll-as-wider-drill-hits-bolster-resource-growth-push--bbc6498a-f88a-4818-86c5-b175109b77bf) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/barkly-rare-earths-on-a-roll-as-wider-drill-hits-bolster-resource-growth-push--bbc6498a-f88a-4818-86c5-b175109b77bf.md) - Original announcement: 2026-10-06T02:41:40.000Z - Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-06T03:05:53.250Z - Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-06T03:05:53.250Z - Company: Barkly Rare Earths (BAK) - Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/barkly-rare-earths-on-a-roll-as-wider-drill-hits-bolster-resource-growth-push/) - Atlas sentiment: 0.649 - Atlas tags: Step-Out Extension, Inferred Resource, High Recovery, Single Domain Only Barkly Rare Earths has reported significant new rare earth drill intercepts in 15 of 16 newly assayed holes, contributing to 43 mineralised holes in its Phase 1 campaign. The results include wider mineralised intervals and high magnet rare earth oxide ratios with low contaminants. Preliminary metallurgical testing also showed 99% MREO recovery in acid-leach tests. ## BAK: Further High Grade Mineralisation in Phase 1 Drilling - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/bak-further-high-grade-mineralisation-in-phase-1-drilling--d68a05cd-582d-4b93-a916-b7d1a0f3bb0d) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/bak-further-high-grade-mineralisation-in-phase-1-drilling--d68a05cd-582d-4b93-a916-b7d1a0f3bb0d.md) - Original announcement: 2026-10-05T21:13:00.000Z - Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-05T22:26:28.857Z - Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-05T22:26:28.857Z - Company: Barkly Rare Earths Limited (BAK) - Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03148607) - Atlas sentiment: 0.665 - Atlas tags: None Barkly Rare Earths has reported further high-grade rare earth intercepts from its Phase 1 drilling program at the Barkly Project, with 43 of 44 holes returning significant mineralization up to 23 km apart. Follow-up assays have widened 11 previously reported intercepts, reinforcing the interpreted lateral extent of shallow, high MREO ratio mineralization with consistently low uranium and thorium. The results will inform ongoing resource expansion drilling and a planned Mineral Resource update in Q4 CY2026. ## BAK: Annual Report to shareholders - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/bak-annual-report-to-shareholders--a7a4ee7f-3a2e-428c-992d-2704bc7b5cd7) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/bak-annual-report-to-shareholders--a7a4ee7f-3a2e-428c-992d-2704bc7b5cd7.md) - Original announcement: 2026-09-30T08:47:00.000Z - Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-30T09:20:53.531Z - Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-30T09:20:53.531Z - Company: Barkly Rare Earths Limited (BAK) - Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03146769) - Atlas sentiment: 0.304 - Atlas tags: Stale Data Re-release, Inferred Resource, All Inferred, JORC Compliant, QP/CP Signed, Cut-off Disclosed, Deleterious Elements Present, Apparent Width Only, QA/QC Disclosed, Step-Out Extension, High Recovery, Recovery Improving, Bench Scale Only, Single Domain Only, Refractory Ore, Multi-Domain Tested Barkly Rare Earths Limited's Annual Report for FY2026 details significant progress on its Barkly project, including positive initial drill results extending rare earth mineralization over a wide area and an encouraging 99% MREO extraction rate from early-stage metallurgical testwork. Despite exploration delays due to weather, the company successfully completed an IPO, maintaining a strong cash position. The report also restates the project's initial Inferred Mineral Resource for rare earths and vanadium. ## Jackpot: Barkly hits significant rare earths in all Phase 1 holes assayed - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/jackpot-barkly-hits-significant-rare-earths-in-all-phase-1-holes-assayed--78a8fdb1-f97f-48cd-94a1-2715f723ecf3) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/jackpot-barkly-hits-significant-rare-earths-in-all-phase-1-holes-assayed--78a8fdb1-f97f-48cd-94a1-2715f723ecf3.md) - Original announcement: 2026-09-16T03:20:56.000Z - Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-16T05:04:16.350Z - Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-16T05:04:16.350Z - Company: Barkly Rare Earths (BAK) - Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/jackpot-barkly-hits-significant-rare-earths-in-all-phase-1-holes-assayed/) - Atlas sentiment: 0.789 - Atlas tags: QA/QC Disclosed, Bonanza Intercept Barkly Rare Earths has reported significant rare earth intercepts from all 28 drill holes assayed in its Phase 1 program in the Northern Territory. The results include high-grade TREO intercepts and demonstrate continuity across a broad target area with holes spaced up to 23km apart. ## Barkly Rare Earths toasts 99pc MREO extraction as testwork guru hired - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/barkly-rare-earths-toasts-99pc-mreo-extraction-as-testwork-guru-hired--a2fc024c-e03c-473c-becb-b74fb4734ed2) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/barkly-rare-earths-toasts-99pc-mreo-extraction-as-testwork-guru-hired--a2fc024c-e03c-473c-becb-b74fb4734ed2.md) - Original announcement: 2026-08-31T04:37:23.000Z - Atlas analysis published: Unknown date - Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date - Company: Barkly Rare Earths (BAK) - Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/barkly-rare-earths-toasts-99pc-mreo-extraction-as-testwork-guru-hired/) - Atlas sentiment: 0.446 - Atlas tags: High Recovery, Bench Scale Only Barkly Rare Earths reported a technical breakthrough at its Northern Territory project, achieving 99% magnet rare earth oxide (MREO) extraction using a caustic conversion and HCl leach process. The test also demonstrated effective phosphorus separation (92% extraction to the conversion solution). The company has appointed Lu Zhang as an independent metallurgical consultant to oversee further flowsheet optimization. ## Barkly cranks up NT rare earths drilling as first assays near - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/barkly-cranks-up-nt-rare-earths-drilling-as-first-assays-near--25f5adf6-3c9e-422c-920c-5b18a440ebdc) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/barkly-cranks-up-nt-rare-earths-drilling-as-first-assays-near--25f5adf6-3c9e-422c-920c-5b18a440ebdc.md) - Original announcement: 2026-08-27T03:08:05.000Z - Atlas analysis published: Unknown date - Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date - Company: Barkly Rare Earths (BAK) - Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/barkly-cranks-up-nt-rare-earths-drilling-as-first-assays-near/) - Atlas sentiment: 0.335 - Atlas tags: Inferred Resource, Resource Update Barkly Rare Earths has completed the first 1,000m of a 10,000m Phase 1 drilling program, with 45 holes finished. The company is targeting a mineral resource update in Q4 2026 and has received government co-funding for drilling and metallurgy. ## Metallium Secures Binding Exclusive Rights to Treat Heavy REE-Rich Harts Range Project Following Exceptional Upgrade of Raw Ore from the Project after Flash Joule Heating (FJH) Treatment - Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metallium-secures-binding-exclusive-rights-to-treat-heavy-ree-rich-harts-range-p--23c1b50a-7db0-49fe-bb2a-145bca9442c7) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metallium-secures-binding-exclusive-rights-to-treat-heavy-ree-rich-harts-range-p--23c1b50a-7db0-49fe-bb2a-145bca9442c7.md) - Original announcement: 2025-11-18T13:45:00.000Z - Atlas analysis published: Unknown date - Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date - Company: Metallium Ltd. (MTM) - Original source: [yahoo_press](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/metallium-secures-binding-exclusive-rights-134500715.html) - Atlas sentiment: 0.483 - Atlas tags: Agreement/Transaction, Novel Processing Metallium Ltd. has secured binding exclusive rights to the Harts Range Project in Australia following successful early testwork. The company's proprietary Flash Joule Heating technology demonstrated exceptional enrichment of dysprosium and terbium from raw ore. # 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.