# Silver Mining News in Nsw

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## Rapid Critical Metals hits 2089g/t silver from just 24m as Webbs grows at both ends

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/rapid-critical-metals-hits-2089g-t-silver-from-just-24m-as-webbs-grows-at-both-e--91cb1622-52a9-4446-9f14-85b1933bae9d) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/rapid-critical-metals-hits-2089g-t-silver-from-just-24m-as-webbs-grows-at-both-e--91cb1622-52a9-4446-9f14-85b1933bae9d.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-20T01:10:15.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-20T03:02:09.235Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-20T03:02:09.235Z
- Company: Rapid Critical Metals (RCM)
- Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/rapid-critical-metals-hits-2089g-t-silver-from-just-24m-as-webbs-grows-at-both-ends/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.903
- Atlas tags: Bonanza Intercept, Step-Out Extension

Rapid Critical Metals has reported ultra-high-grade silver intercepts at its Webbs project in NSW, including 4m at 2089g/t silver. Drilling has successfully extended mineralisation 300m south and 117m north of the existing resource outline.

## RCM: High-Grade Expansion Continues at Webbs-Exceptional Results

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/rcm-high-grade-expansion-continues-at-webbs-exceptional-results--f7bdb35b-3b5a-4e3c-8acf-66ca245b4def) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/rcm-high-grade-expansion-continues-at-webbs-exceptional-results--f7bdb35b-3b5a-4e3c-8acf-66ca245b4def.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-19T21:25:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-19T22:26:34.573Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-19T22:26:34.573Z
- Company: RAPID CRITICAL METALS LTD (RCM)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03154368)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.842
- Atlas tags: None

Rapid Critical Metals Limited has announced exceptional high-grade silver drill results from its Webbs Silver Project, headlined by 4m at 2,089 g/t Ag (2,334 g/t AgEQ) from 24m in WSRC0033, including a bonanza intercept of 1m at 6,060 g/t Ag. These results extend mineralization over 100m north and 300m south of the existing resource outline, with both extensions remaining open. The company is increasing its drilling fleet to four rigs and has identified new soil anomalies and exploration targets, indicating significant growth potential for the project.

## POL: UML Development commences

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/pol-uml-development-commences--65e06a4e-29f9-496d-95e5-0b0a11e1f5e8) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/pol-uml-development-commences--65e06a4e-29f9-496d-95e5-0b0a11e1f5e8.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-12T22:48:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-12T23:05:01.394Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-12T23:05:01.394Z
- Company: Polymetals Resources Ltd (POL)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03151606)
- Atlas sentiment: -0.113
- Atlas tags: Inferred Resource, Resource Update

Polymetals Resources reported September quarter production below plan due to a 10-day ventilation upgrade and a transition to contract mining labour. However, development has commenced on the high-grade Upper Main Lode (UML), and early October results indicate improving momentum.

## Silver Mines survey finds strong local sentiment for Bowdens ahead of IPC hearing

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/silver-mines-survey-finds-strong-local-sentiment-for-bowdens-ahead-of-ipc-hearin--7ad0f014-d2ca-49d4-a41f-8ed38376680f) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/silver-mines-survey-finds-strong-local-sentiment-for-bowdens-ahead-of-ipc-hearin--7ad0f014-d2ca-49d4-a41f-8ed38376680f.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-06T19:55:09.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-06T21:03:16.079Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-06T21:03:16.079Z
- Company: Silver Mines (SVL)
- Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/silver-mines-survey-finds-strong-local-sentiment-for-bowdens-ahead-of-ipc-hearing/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.444
- Atlas tags: Permitting Milestone

Silver Mines released community survey results showing strong local support for the Bowdens Silver Project, particularly in nearby towns. The research comes ahead of a key Independent Planning Commission (IPC) public hearing scheduled for mid-October.

## NAE: Broad Alteration and Sulphide Zone Logged at Wallah

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/nae-broad-alteration-and-sulphide-zone-logged-at-wallah--059f08e6-7743-49e1-a327-fb85fe894d11) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/nae-broad-alteration-and-sulphide-zone-logged-at-wallah--059f08e6-7743-49e1-a327-fb85fe894d11.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-06T00:09:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-06T01:02:46.482Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-06T01:02:46.482Z
- Company: NEW AGE EXPLORATION LIMITED (NAE)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03148876)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.06
- Atlas tags: QA/QC Disclosed, QP/CP Signed, Step-Out Extension, Apparent Width Only, No Assay Results

New Age Exploration Limited has completed Phase 1 drilling at its Wallah Silver Project in NSW, logging a broad zone of alteration and sulphide mineralization visually wider than previously known. The single drill hole intersected multiple vein sets with pyrite, sphalerite, galena, and minor chalcopyrite. Assay and downhole geophysical results are pending and expected in Q4 CY26, which will inform future drilling plans.

## SVL: Sydney Mining Club - Investor Presentation

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/svl-sydney-mining-club-investor-presentation--36762fd4-6d8f-43d3-a72e-339b0f5faf7f) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/svl-sydney-mining-club-investor-presentation--36762fd4-6d8f-43d3-a72e-339b0f5faf7f.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-30T23:43:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-01T00:14:44.432Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-01T00:14:44.432Z
- Company: Silver Mines Limited (SVL)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03147117)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.727
- Atlas tags: JORC Compliant, QP/CP Signed, Cut-off Disclosed, Contained Metal Growth, Tonnage Growth, DFS-Supporting, Resource Update, Stale Data Re-release, Apparent Width Only, No QA/QC Disclosure, Permitting Progress, Permitting Setback, Equity Placement, Moderate Recovery, Strong Recovery, Heap Leach Route, Mill Route

Silver Mines Limited's investor presentation details the robust Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) for its Bowdens Silver Project in New South Wales, Australia, confirming significant silver, zinc, and lead resources and reserves, a 26-year mine life, and strong financial metrics. The project's Ore Reserves have increased to 93.5 Moz Ag, and recent royalty buy-backs are expected to reduce the life-of-mine All-In Sustaining Costs (AISC). The permitting process is advancing, with a public hearing scheduled and a decision anticipated by December 2026. The presentation also includes historical gold drill results from the Kramer Hills project in the US, highlighting exploration potential.

## SVL: Annual Report to shareholders

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/svl-annual-report-to-shareholders--2fda4549-805f-436a-a436-22fbdf671b97) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/svl-annual-report-to-shareholders--2fda4549-805f-436a-a436-22fbdf671b97.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-29T23:45:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-30T00:14:02.309Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-30T00:14:02.309Z
- Company: Silver Mines Limited (SVL)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03145955)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.748
- Atlas tags: None

Silver Mines Limited's annual report highlights a year of substantial progress, driven by a Definitive Feasibility Study for its Bowdens Silver Project that confirmed robust economics and a significant increase in Ore Reserves to 93.5 million ounces of silver. The company also reported a record-breaking high-grade silver drill intercept, expanded its portfolio with strategic acquisitions in North America, and successfully completed capital raises to fund ongoing development and exploration. Regulatory approvals for Bowdens are advancing, with a final determination anticipated by year-end 2026.

## POL: UML Drilling Completed

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/pol-uml-drilling-completed--34b24d99-ecd1-46d5-abf1-00ddf4e6a40e) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/pol-uml-drilling-completed--34b24d99-ecd1-46d5-abf1-00ddf4e6a40e.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-29T22:22:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-29T23:24:08.132Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-29T23:24:08.132Z
- Company: Polymetals Resources Ltd (POL)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03145770)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.067
- Atlas tags: True Width Disclosed, QA/QC Disclosed, Compositing Transparent, QP/CP Signed, Metal Equivalent Opaque, Stale Data Re-release

Polymetals Resources Ltd announced the final assay results from its Upper Main Lode drilling program at the Endeavor silver-zinc-lead mine in New South Wales. The program successfully defined a new Mineral Resource, but these latest results focus on a shallower, oxidised and supergene zone. While some high-grade intercepts were reported, this zone exhibits high grade variability and significant core loss, and is currently excluded from the Mineral Resource estimate, though it will be assessed for potential direct shipping ore.

## Argent Minerals drives high-grade silver past Lode 100 resource boundary

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/argent-minerals-drives-high-grade-silver-past-lode-100-resource-boundary--361bc833-bc74-4b71-9900-92ca6a288357) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/argent-minerals-drives-high-grade-silver-past-lode-100-resource-boundary--361bc833-bc74-4b71-9900-92ca6a288357.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-28T21:05:30.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-29T17:15:41.713Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-29T17:15:41.713Z
- Company: Argent Minerals (ARD)
- Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/argent-minerals-drives-high-grade-silver-past-lode-100-resource-boundary/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.441
- Atlas tags: Step-Out Extension, Infill Drilling

Argent Minerals has reported high-grade silver intercepts, including 18.2m at 187.3 g/t silver, extending beyond the Lode 100 resource boundary at the Kempfield project. The drilling campaign also confirmed polymetallic mineralisation in the Gap between Lodes 100 and 300 and identified extensions at Lode 200.

## Silver Mines banks $70m as key Bowdens approval window nears

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/silver-mines-banks-70m-as-key-bowdens-approval-window-nears--4f4cda2a-7bfc-4135-b211-807e46b762dc) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/silver-mines-banks-70m-as-key-bowdens-approval-window-nears--4f4cda2a-7bfc-4135-b211-807e46b762dc.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-28T02:46:46.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-29T18:35:47.392Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-29T18:35:47.392Z
- Company: Silver Mines (SVL)
- Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/silver-mines-banks-70m-as-key-bowdens-approval-window-nears/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.738
- Atlas tags: Contained Metal Growth, QP/CP Signed

Silver Mines has secured $70 million in capital through a two-tranche placement to fund the Bowdens silver project's approvals and engineering. The funds will also be used to buy back two private royalties, simplifying the project's commercial structure ahead of potential mine financing.

# 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.