# Mining News in Western Australia

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## Closing Bell: ASX puts the couch on Gumtree as retailers, miners and energy sag

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/closing-bell-asx-puts-the-couch-on-gumtree-as-retailers-miners-and-energy-sag--4e5acd38-6f94-4cae-be24-3892215ddc24) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/closing-bell-asx-puts-the-couch-on-gumtree-as-retailers-miners-and-energy-sag--4e5acd38-6f94-4cae-be24-3892215ddc24.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-22T05:26:10.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-22T07:03:51.721Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-22T07:03:51.721Z
- Company: Unknown company
- Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/news/closing-bell-asx-puts-the-couch-on-gumtree-as-retailers-miners-and-energy-sag/)
- Atlas sentiment: -0.053
- Atlas tags: Market Update, Mining Sector Decline

The ASX experienced a decline, with the mining and energy sectors performing poorly, reflecting broader market concerns. Despite this, Tambourah Metals reported high-grade gold drill intercepts from its Baxters South prospect in Western Australia, including a new deeper discovery in fresh rock. The company plans further drilling to delineate the extent of the gold mineralization.

## Arika reels in EIS co-funding ahead of new gold-copper drilling

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/arika-reels-in-eis-co-funding-ahead-of-new-gold-copper-drilling--f9e57c2d-9457-4e48-81b7-8f9206b3e2b6) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/arika-reels-in-eis-co-funding-ahead-of-new-gold-copper-drilling--f9e57c2d-9457-4e48-81b7-8f9206b3e2b6.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-22T01:57:02.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-22T03:06:51.014Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-22T03:06:51.014Z
- Company: Arika Resources (ARI)
- Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/arika-reels-in-eis-co-funding-ahead-of-new-gold-copper-drilling/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.421
- Atlas tags: QA/QC Disclosed

Arika Resources has secured up to $211,213 in WA Government co-funding to drill two 600m diamond holes at the Yundamindra gold project. The upcoming program aims to test a potential porphyry-style gold-copper system beneath the high-grade Pennyweight Point prospect.

## BNR: Annual Report to shareholders

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/bnr-annual-report-to-shareholders--725639ec-fa1e-4590-af5d-2f79a1d81c72) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/bnr-annual-report-to-shareholders--725639ec-fa1e-4590-af5d-2f79a1d81c72.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-22T01:31:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-22T02:09:39.379Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-22T02:09:39.379Z
- Company: BULLETIN RESOURCES LIMITED (BNR)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03155729)
- Atlas sentiment: -0.053
- Atlas tags: Apparent Width Only, Infill Drilling, Permit Denied, Strong Financial Position

The annual report for Bulletin Resources Limited for the year ended 30 June 2026 details exploration activities and financial performance. At the Lake Rebecca Gold Project, aircore drilling at Chifley identified elevated gold values up to 0.13 g/t Au in transported saprolite, suggesting a concealed primary source, with further passive seismic surveys planned. The company faced a setback at its Ravensthorpe Lithium Project with the dismissal of a Native Vegetation Clearing Permit appeal on 24 July 2025, leading to the relinquishment of two tenements. Despite reporting a net loss of $569,632, Bulletin Resources maintains a strong financial position with $7.52 million in cash reserves and $13.5 million in cash and liquid assets.

## Javelin Minerals wraps up drill testing Coogee gold-copper targets

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/javelin-minerals-wraps-up-drill-testing-coogee-gold-copper-targets--f42c5918-d02d-4512-a557-819b9e463597) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/javelin-minerals-wraps-up-drill-testing-coogee-gold-copper-targets--f42c5918-d02d-4512-a557-819b9e463597.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-22T00:56:34.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-22T01:03:28.880Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-22T01:03:28.880Z
- Company: Javelin Minerals (JAV)
- Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/javelin-minerals-wraps-up-drill-testing-coogee-gold-copper-targets/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0
- Atlas tags: No QA/QC Disclosure

Javelin Minerals has completed a deep diamond drilling campaign testing two magnetic intrusive targets at the Coogee gold-copper project in Western Australia. While the holes have reached depths of up to 1000m, assay results are still pending.

## Lodestar lays gold growth foundation with 221,000oz Ned’s Creek resource

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/lodestar-lays-gold-growth-foundation-with-221-000oz-ned-s-creek-resource--d7894e7e-7908-49e4-ac7b-a516a5183988) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/lodestar-lays-gold-growth-foundation-with-221-000oz-ned-s-creek-resource--d7894e7e-7908-49e4-ac7b-a516a5183988.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-21T23:20:56.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-22T01:03:24.708Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-22T01:03:24.708Z
- Company: Lodestar Minerals (LSR)
- Original source: [stockhead](https://stockhead.com.au/resources/lodestar-lays-gold-growth-foundation-with-221000oz-neds-creek-resource/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.51
- Atlas tags: Maiden Resource, Inferred Resource, JORC Compliant

Lodestar Minerals has announced a maiden JORC-compliant inferred gold resource of 5.9 million tonnes at 1.16 g/t gold (221,000 oz) at the Ned's Creek project in Western Australia. The resource is comprised of three deposits (Gidgee Flat, Contessa, and Central Park) and remains open along strike and at depth, supporting a significant conceptual exploration target.

## JAV: Coogee West Deep Diamond Drilling Completed

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/jav-coogee-west-deep-diamond-drilling-completed--171f5849-64b6-4bfd-af92-1ecb018cf90e) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/jav-coogee-west-deep-diamond-drilling-completed--171f5849-64b6-4bfd-af92-1ecb018cf90e.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-21T22:56:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-21T23:09:42.916Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-21T23:09:42.916Z
- Company: Javelin Minerals Limited (JAV)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03155669)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.108
- Atlas tags: Infill Drilling

Javelin Minerals has completed the second deep diamond drill hole (CODD002) at the Coogee West target, reaching a depth of 1,000m. The hole intersected a previously unrecognised mafic sequence, potentially representing the source of the targeted magnetic anomaly, with assays currently pending.

## 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.

## ARI: Arika Secures Pennyweight Point EIS Funding Approval

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/ari-arika-secures-pennyweight-point-eis-funding-approval--4bab40b0-417c-4526-8275-4c837c14a971) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/ari-arika-secures-pennyweight-point-eis-funding-approval--4bab40b0-417c-4526-8275-4c837c14a971.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-21T22:46:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-21T23:06:03.944Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-21T23:06:03.944Z
- Company: Arika Resources Limited (ARI)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03155649)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.335
- Atlas tags: QA/QC Disclosed, Nearology Play

Arika Resources has secured $211,000 in EIS co-funding to support deep diamond drilling at the Pennyweight Point Prospect within the Yundamindra Gold Project. The drilling will target potential porphyry-style gold-copper extensions identified through recent 3D modelling and technical reviews.

## 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.

## LSR: Lodestar Delivers Significant Resource at Ned's Creek Gold

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/lsr-lodestar-delivers-significant-resource-at-ned-s-creek-gold--5356c1f9-84e1-4590-9ae4-03449f536f04) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/lsr-lodestar-delivers-significant-resource-at-ned-s-creek-gold--5356c1f9-84e1-4590-9ae4-03449f536f04.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-21T22:24:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-21T23:14:02.616Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-21T23:14:02.616Z
- Company: Lodestar Minerals Limited (LSR)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03155607)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.156
- Atlas tags: Maiden Resource, All Inferred, QP/CP Signed, JORC Compliant, Cut-off Disclosed, Bench Scale Only, Single Domain Only, High Recovery, Mill Route, Gravity Route

Lodestar Minerals has announced a maiden Inferred Mineral Resource Estimate for its Ned’s Creek Gold Project in Western Australia, totaling 5.9 million tonnes at 1.16 g/t Au for 221,000 ounces of gold. The resource is entirely classified as Inferred, indicating early-stage confidence, but remains open along strike and at depth with plans for further drilling. Historical metallurgical testwork on limited samples showed encouraging gold recoveries of over 90% via cyanide leaching.

# 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.