AIS: MATERIAL INCREASE TO GOLDEN PLATEAU MINERAL RESOURCE
Original announcement by asx on
- Company
- Aeris Resources Limited
- Ticker
- AIS
- Exchange
- ASX
- Region
- Queensland
- Primary commodity
- Gold
- Secondary commodities
- Silver
- Document categories
- Resource update
- Extracted
- 2026-10-21 23:06:17 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Atlas analysis published:
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Aeris Resources Limited announced a material increase to the Mineral Resource estimate for its Golden Plateau deposit, with contained gold increasing by 220% and contained silver by 200%. The update significantly boosts Measured and Indicated resources, enhancing confidence and extending potential mine life. While overall contained metal grew substantially, the average gold grade decreased, and the underground cut-off grade was lowered, contributing to the tonnage increase.
Reasoning: The updated Mineral Resource estimate for Golden Plateau shows a substantial increase in contained gold and silver, with a significant upgrade in resource confidence, indicating a positive outlook for the project's future. However, the average gold grade has decreased, and the underground cut-off grade was lowered, which partially contributes to the tonnage increase. Some uncertainties remain regarding historical data and stope depletion.
Positive factors
- Significant increase in contained gold (220%) and silver (200%) metal.
- Substantial increase in Measured and Indicated Mineral Resources, improving confidence.
- MRE is JORC 2012 compliant and signed off by a Competent Person.
- Incorporates extensive new drilling and geological review.
- Provides significant potential to extend the Cracow mine life.
Negative factors
- Average gold grade decreased in both open pit and underground components compared to the prior MRE.
- Underground cut-off grade was lowered from 1.5 g/t Au to 1.0 g/t Au, contributing to tonnage increase.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data, relying on geological interpretation.
- Risk of more or less stope depletion than modelled due to historical mining voids.
Facts used in scoring: 44
Classification and evidence
Tonnage Growthpositive
Significant tonnage increase (≥15%) vs prior estimate with grade maintained or improved.
Why it applies: Total Mineral Resource tonnage increased from 0.64Mt to 3.0Mt (370%) compared to the previous MRE.
Evidence · text
“Total Mineral Resource tonnage increased from 0.64Mt to 3.0Mt (370%)”
Contained Metal Growthpositive
True scale improvement — contained metal ounces/tonnes increased vs prior, accounting for both tonnage and grade changes.
Why it applies: Contained gold increased from 63koz to 200koz (220%) and contained silver increased by 200% compared to the previous MRE.
Evidence · text
“contained gold increased from 63koz to 200koz (220%) compared with the previous MRE1”
Category Upgradepositive
Resource confidence improved — Inferred upgraded to Indicated, or Indicated to Measured. De-risking signal.
Why it applies: Measured and Indicated Mineral Resource have increased substantially and now accounts for 50% of the contained gold, materially improving confidence in the resource base.
Evidence · text
“Measured and Indicated Mineral Resource have increased substantially and now accounts for 50% of the contained gold, materially improving confidence in the resource base.”
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: Nicholas Spanswick is named as the Competent Person for the report and confirms he has read and understood the JORC Code (2012) requirements.
Evidence · text
“The information in this report that relates to Exploration Targets, Exploration Results or Mineral Resources is based on information compiled by Nicholas Spanswick. Mr Spanswick confirms that he is the Competent Person for all Exploration Results, summarised in this Report and he has read and understood the requirements of the 2012 Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Targets, Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (JORC Code, 2012 Edition).”
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: The MRE is reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012).
Evidence · text
“The MRE is reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012)”
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: The document announces an 'updated Mineral Resource estimate (MRE)' for the Golden Plateau deposit.
Evidence · text
“updated Mineral Resource estimate (MRE) for the Golden Plateau deposit”
Grade Declinenegative
Average grade dropped >5% vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.
Why it applies: The open pit average gold grade decreased from 2.9g/t Au to 1.9g/t Au, and the underground average gold grade decreased from 3.2g/t Au to 2.9g/t Au.
Evidence · text
“reducing the average grade from 2.9g/t Au to 1.9g/t Au.”
Cut-off Lowerednegative
Cut-off grade significantly reduced vs prior estimate — tonnage growth may be artificial inflation.
Why it applies: The underground MRE is now reported at a 1.0g/t Au cut-off grade, whereas previously it was reported at 1.5g/t Au.
Evidence · text
“Previously, the underground MRE at Golden Plateau was reported on a block-by-block basis at 1.5g/t Au.”
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: A significant portion of the resource, 1.7Mt at 1.9g/t Au (100koz Au), is classified as Inferred.
Evidence · text
“1.7Mt at 1.9g/t Au (100koz Au) as Inferred.”
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 44. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Resource Estimates (44)
measuredGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 95000Grade: 2.8Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 8.4Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:34733dab472d388ac83f
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 95000
- Grade
- 2.8
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 8.4
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Measured resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau represents a high-confidence estimate with a strong grade, contributing positively to the overall resource update.
Positive factors
- Measured category indicates high confidence in the estimate.
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 2.8 g/t Au is strong for an open pit gold resource.
Evidence · table
“2.8”
Context: 95
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
measuredGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 95000Grade: 8Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 23Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:34733dab472d388ac83f
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 95000
- Grade
- 8
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 23
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Measured resource for open pit silver at Golden Plateau provides a high-confidence estimate, contributing as a byproduct to the overall resource update.
Positive factors
- Measured category indicates high confidence in the estimate.
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
Evidence · table
“8”
Context: 95
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
indicatedGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 910000Grade: 2.1Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 60Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:4c94ab67ba907c53c863
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 910000
- Grade
- 2.1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 60
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Indicated resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau represents a significant portion of the resource with good confidence and a strong grade.
Positive factors
- Indicated category provides reasonable geological confidence.
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 2.1 g/t Au is strong for an open pit gold resource.
Evidence · table
“2.1”
Context: 910
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
indicatedGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 910000Grade: 5Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 160Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:4c94ab67ba907c53c863
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 910000
- Grade
- 5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 160
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Indicated resource for open pit silver at Golden Plateau contributes as a byproduct to the overall resource update with good confidence.
Positive factors
- Indicated category provides reasonable geological confidence.
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
Evidence · table
“5”
Context: 910
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 1500000Grade: 1.8Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 83Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:4105f9660987fd0bcd5c
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 1500000
- Grade
- 1.8
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 83
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau adds significant tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas.
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 1.8 g/t Au is moderate for an open pit gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“1.8”
Context: 1,500
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 1500000Grade: 7Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 350Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:4105f9660987fd0bcd5c
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 1500000
- Grade
- 7
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 350
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit silver at Golden Plateau contributes as a byproduct but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas.
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“7”
Context: 1,500
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
measuredGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 30000Grade: 5.2Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 5.1Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:954e4099af9ffb372bf5
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 30000
- Grade
- 5.2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 5.1
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Measured resource for underground gold at Golden Plateau represents a high-confidence estimate with a strong grade, contributing positively to the overall resource update.
Positive factors
- Measured category indicates high confidence in the estimate.
- Grade of 5.2 g/t Au is strong for an underground gold resource.
Evidence · table
“5.2”
Context: 30
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
measuredGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 30000Grade: 11Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 10Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:954e4099af9ffb372bf5
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 30000
- Grade
- 11
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 10
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Measured resource for underground silver at Golden Plateau provides a high-confidence estimate, contributing as a byproduct to the overall resource update.
Positive factors
- Measured category indicates high confidence in the estimate.
Evidence · table
“11”
Context: 30
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
indicatedGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 260000Grade: 3.1Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 26Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:37ab493d31225b73853b
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 260000
- Grade
- 3.1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 26
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Indicated resource for underground gold at Golden Plateau represents a significant portion of the resource with good confidence and a moderate grade.
Positive factors
- Indicated category provides reasonable geological confidence.
- Grade of 3.1 g/t Au is moderate for an underground gold resource.
Evidence · table
“3.1”
Context: 260
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
indicatedGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 260000Grade: 12Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 96Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:37ab493d31225b73853b
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 260000
- Grade
- 12
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 96
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Indicated resource for underground silver at Golden Plateau contributes as a byproduct to the overall resource update with good confidence.
Positive factors
- Indicated category provides reasonable geological confidence.
Evidence · table
“12”
Context: 260
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 240000Grade: 2.4Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 18Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:79fc46024e3eaf90a810
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 240000
- Grade
- 2.4
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 18
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for underground gold at Golden Plateau adds tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas, with a weak grade for underground mining.
Positive factors
- Grade of 2.4 g/t Au is weak for an underground gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“2.4”
Context: 240
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 240000Grade: 15Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 120Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:79fc46024e3eaf90a810
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 240000
- Grade
- 15
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 120
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for underground silver at Golden Plateau contributes as a byproduct but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“15”
Context: 240
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
measuredGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 130000Grade: 3.3Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 13Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:dd507120e47f1dad9e6b
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 130000
- Grade
- 3.3
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 13
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Measured resource for total gold at Golden Plateau represents a high-confidence estimate with a strong grade, contributing positively to the overall resource update.
Positive factors
- Measured category indicates high confidence in the estimate.
- Grade of 3.3 g/t Au is strong for a combined mining method resource.
Evidence · table
“3.3”
Context: 130
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
measuredGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 130000Grade: 8Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 33Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:dd507120e47f1dad9e6b
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 130000
- Grade
- 8
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 33
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Measured resource for total silver at Golden Plateau provides a high-confidence estimate, contributing as a byproduct to the overall resource update.
Positive factors
- Measured category indicates high confidence in the estimate.
Evidence · table
“8”
Context: 130
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
indicatedGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 1200000Grade: 2.3Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 86Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:a4bde28515e15f6d0656
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 1200000
- Grade
- 2.3
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 86
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
- Prior Tonnes
- 120000
- Prior Grade
- 3.5
- Prior Contained Metal
- 14
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Indicated resource for total gold at Golden Plateau shows significant growth in tonnage and contained metal, improving confidence, despite a decrease in average grade compared to the previous estimate.
Positive factors
- Indicated category provides reasonable geological confidence.
- Significant increase in tonnage and contained metal compared to prior estimate.
- Grade of 2.3 g/t Au is strong for a combined mining method resource.
Negative factors
- Grade declined from 3.5 g/t Au in the prior estimate.
Evidence · table
“2.3”
Context: 1,200
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Tonnage Growthpositive
Significant tonnage increase (≥15%) vs prior estimate with grade maintained or improved.
Why it applies: 1200000 against 120000 previously
Grade Declinenegative
Average grade dropped >5% vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.
Why it applies: 2.3 against 3.5 previously
Contained Metal Growthpositive
True scale improvement — contained metal ounces/tonnes increased vs prior, accounting for both tonnage and grade changes.
Why it applies: 86 against 14 previously
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
indicatedGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 1200000Grade: 7Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 250Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:a4bde28515e15f6d0656
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 1200000
- Grade
- 7
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 250
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
- Prior Tonnes
- 120000
- Prior Grade
- 15
- Prior Contained Metal
- 59
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Indicated resource for total silver at Golden Plateau shows significant growth in tonnage and contained metal, despite a decrease in average grade compared to the previous estimate.
Positive factors
- Indicated category provides reasonable geological confidence.
- Significant increase in tonnage and contained metal compared to prior estimate.
Negative factors
- Grade declined from 15 g/t Ag in the prior estimate.
Evidence · table
“7”
Context: 1,200
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Tonnage Growthpositive
Significant tonnage increase (≥15%) vs prior estimate with grade maintained or improved.
Why it applies: 1200000 against 120000 previously
Grade Declinenegative
Average grade dropped >5% vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.
Why it applies: 7 against 15 previously
Contained Metal Growthpositive
True scale improvement — contained metal ounces/tonnes increased vs prior, accounting for both tonnage and grade changes.
Why it applies: 250 against 59 previously
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 1700000Grade: 1.9Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 100Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:a33870087c837ec258ec
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 1700000
- Grade
- 1.9
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 100
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
- Prior Tonnes
- 510000
- Prior Grade
- 3
- Prior Contained Metal
- 50
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for total gold at Golden Plateau shows significant growth in tonnage and contained metal, but has lower confidence due to its classification, a decrease in average grade, and reliance on extrapolation in some areas.
Positive factors
- Significant increase in tonnage and contained metal compared to prior estimate.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Grade declined from 3.0 g/t Au in the prior estimate.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“1.9”
Context: 1,700
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Tonnage Growthpositive
Significant tonnage increase (≥15%) vs prior estimate with grade maintained or improved.
Why it applies: 1700000 against 510000 previously
Grade Declinenegative
Average grade dropped >5% vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.
Why it applies: 1.9 against 3 previously
Contained Metal Growthpositive
True scale improvement — contained metal ounces/tonnes increased vs prior, accounting for both tonnage and grade changes.
Why it applies: 100 against 50 previously
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 1700000Grade: 9Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 470Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:a33870087c837ec258ec
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 1700000
- Grade
- 9
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 470
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
- Prior Tonnes
- 510000
- Prior Grade
- 11
- Prior Contained Metal
- 180
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for total silver at Golden Plateau shows significant growth in tonnage and contained metal, but has lower confidence due to its classification, a decrease in average grade, and reliance on extrapolation in some areas.
Positive factors
- Significant increase in tonnage and contained metal compared to prior estimate.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Grade declined from 11 g/t Ag in the prior estimate.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“9”
Context: 1,700
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Tonnage Growthpositive
Significant tonnage increase (≥15%) vs prior estimate with grade maintained or improved.
Why it applies: 1700000 against 510000 previously
Grade Declinenegative
Average grade dropped >5% vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.
Why it applies: 9 against 11 previously
Contained Metal Growthpositive
True scale improvement — contained metal ounces/tonnes increased vs prior, accounting for both tonnage and grade changes.
Why it applies: 470 against 180 previously
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
Fact 19Golden Plateau · goldTonnes: 3000000Grade: 2.1Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 200Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:2c21483d17ac6556de07
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Tonnes
- 3000000
- Grade
- 2.1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 200
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
- Prior Tonnes
- 640000
- Prior Grade
- 3.1
- Prior Contained Metal
- 63
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Grand Total resource for gold at Golden Plateau shows a very significant increase in both tonnage and contained metal, representing a major positive update, despite a decrease in the overall average grade.
Positive factors
- Significant increase in total tonnage (370%) and contained gold (220%) compared to prior estimate.
- Overall resource grade of 2.1 g/t Au is strong for a combined mining method resource.
Negative factors
- Overall grade declined from 3.1 g/t Au in the prior estimate.
Evidence · table
“2.1”
Context: 3,000
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Tonnage Growthpositive
Significant tonnage increase (≥15%) vs prior estimate with grade maintained or improved.
Why it applies: 3000000 against 640000 previously
Grade Declinenegative
Average grade dropped >5% vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.
Why it applies: 2.1 against 3.1 previously
Contained Metal Growthpositive
True scale improvement — contained metal ounces/tonnes increased vs prior, accounting for both tonnage and grade changes.
Why it applies: 200 against 63 previously
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
Fact 20Golden Plateau · silverTonnes: 3000000Grade: 8Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 750Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:2c21483d17ac6556de07
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Tonnes
- 3000000
- Grade
- 8
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 750
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
- Prior Tonnes
- 640000
- Prior Grade
- 12
- Prior Contained Metal
- 250
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Grand Total resource for silver at Golden Plateau shows a very significant increase in both tonnage and contained metal, representing a major positive update, despite a decrease in the overall average grade.
Positive factors
- Significant increase in total tonnage (370%) and contained silver (200%) compared to prior estimate.
Negative factors
- Overall grade declined from 12 g/t Ag in the prior estimate.
Evidence · table
“8”
Context: 3,000
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Tonnage Growthpositive
Significant tonnage increase (≥15%) vs prior estimate with grade maintained or improved.
Why it applies: 3000000 against 640000 previously
Grade Declinenegative
Average grade dropped >5% vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.
Why it applies: 8 against 12 previously
Contained Metal Growthpositive
True scale improvement — contained metal ounces/tonnes increased vs prior, accounting for both tonnage and grade changes.
Why it applies: 750 against 250 previously
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
Fact 21Golden Plateau · goldTonnes: 150000Grade: 2.8Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 14Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:602d40d2f4a9979c5d1c
Resource Data
- Tonnes
- 150000
- Grade
- 2.8
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 14
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.5
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical open pit gold resource provides context for the current update but is not new information.
Negative factors
- This is a historical estimate, not new information.
Evidence · table
“2.8”
Context: 150
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
Fact 22Golden Plateau · silverTonnes: 150000Grade: 14Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 71Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:602d40d2f4a9979c5d1c
Resource Data
- Tonnes
- 150000
- Grade
- 14
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 71
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.5
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical open pit silver resource provides context for the current update but is not new information.
Negative factors
- This is a historical estimate, not new information.
Evidence · table
“14”
Context: 150
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
Fact 23Golden Plateau · goldTonnes: 490000Grade: 3.2Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 50Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:56b9b6f02663daf80f50
Resource Data
- Tonnes
- 490000
- Grade
- 3.2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 50
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1.5
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical underground gold resource provides context for the current update but is not new information, and its comparability is affected by a change in cut-off grade.
Negative factors
- This is a historical estimate, not new information.
- Cut-off grade was higher in the prior estimate, making direct comparison challenging.
Evidence · table
“3.2”
Context: 490
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
Fact 24Golden Plateau · silverTonnes: 490000Grade: 11Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 170Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:56b9b6f02663daf80f50
Resource Data
- Tonnes
- 490000
- Grade
- 11
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 170
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1.5
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical underground silver resource provides context for the current update but is not new information, and its comparability is affected by a change in cut-off grade.
Negative factors
- This is a historical estimate, not new information.
- Cut-off grade was higher in the prior estimate, making direct comparison challenging.
Evidence · table
“11”
Context: 490
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
Fact 25Golden Plateau · goldTonnes: 640000Grade: 3.1Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 63Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:f7ebc6b0c37738177b07
Resource Data
- Tonnes
- 640000
- Grade
- 3.1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 63
- Contained Unit
- koz
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical total gold resource provides context for the current update but is not new information.
Negative factors
- This is a historical estimate, not new information.
Evidence · table
“3.1”
Context: 640
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
Fact 26Golden Plateau · silverTonnes: 640000Grade: 12Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 250Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:f7ebc6b0c37738177b07
Resource Data
- Tonnes
- 640000
- Grade
- 12
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 250
- Contained Unit
- koz
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical total silver resource provides context for the current update but is not new information.
Negative factors
- This is a historical estimate, not new information.
Evidence · table
“12”
Context: 640
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 2500000Grade: 1.9Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 150Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:ed29d5b644fda8457b51
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 2500000
- Grade
- 1.9
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 150
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau adds significant tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 1.8 g/t Au is moderate for an open pit gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“1.9”
Context: 2,500
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 2500000Grade: 7Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 530Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:ed29d5b644fda8457b51
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 2500000
- Grade
- 7
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 530
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau adds significant tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 1.8 g/t Au is moderate for an open pit gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“7”
Context: 2,500
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 530000Grade: 2.9Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 50Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:808ff576d0bf0b3049db
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 530000
- Grade
- 2.9
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 50
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau adds significant tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 1.8 g/t Au is moderate for an open pit gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“2.9”
Context: 530
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 530000Grade: 13Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 220Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:808ff576d0bf0b3049db
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 530000
- Grade
- 13
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 220
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau adds significant tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 1.8 g/t Au is moderate for an open pit gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“13”
Context: 530
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 3000000Grade: 2.1Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 200Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:140bca844cd858a6f0a5
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 3000000
- Grade
- 2.1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 200
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau adds significant tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 1.8 g/t Au is moderate for an open pit gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“2.1”
Context: 3,000
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 3000000Grade: 8Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 750Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:140bca844cd858a6f0a5
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 3000000
- Grade
- 8
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 750
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau adds significant tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 1.8 g/t Au is moderate for an open pit gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“8”
Context: 3,000
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
indicatedGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 120000Grade: 3.5Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 14Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:71caf2c1293d228f1eae
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 120000
- Grade
- 3.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 14
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical Indicated gold resource provides context for the current update but is not new information.
Negative factors
- This is a historical estimate, not new information.
Evidence · table
“3.5”
Context: 120
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
indicatedGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 120000Grade: 15Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 59Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:71caf2c1293d228f1eae
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 120000
- Grade
- 15
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 59
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical Indicated silver resource provides context for the current update but is not new information.
Negative factors
- This is a historical estimate, not new information.
Evidence · table
“15”
Context: 120
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 510000Grade: 3Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 50Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:b889b2165fbdc9cf2ffa
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 510000
- Grade
- 3
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 50
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical Inferred gold resource provides context for the current update but is not new information.
Negative factors
- This is a historical estimate, not new information.
Evidence · table
“3.0”
Context: 510
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 510000Grade: 11Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 180Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:b889b2165fbdc9cf2ffa
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 510000
- Grade
- 11
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 180
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical Inferred silver resource provides context for the current update but is not new information.
Negative factors
- This is a historical estimate, not new information.
Evidence · table
“11”
Context: 510
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 640000Grade: 3.1Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 63Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:9d59afdc4582d3c6bf9f
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 640000
- Grade
- 3.1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 63
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau adds significant tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 1.8 g/t Au is moderate for an open pit gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“3.1”
Context: 640
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 640000Grade: 12Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 250Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:9d59afdc4582d3c6bf9f
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 640000
- Grade
- 12
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 250
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau adds significant tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 1.8 g/t Au is moderate for an open pit gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“12”
Context: 640
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
indicatedGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 1100000Grade: -1.2Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 73Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:57ba4335c00c9dc99287
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 1100000
- Grade
- -1.2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 73
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Indicated resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau represents a significant portion of the resource with good confidence and a strong grade. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Indicated category provides reasonable geological confidence.
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 2.1 g/t Au is strong for an open pit gold resource.
Evidence · table
“-1.2”
Context: 1,100
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
indicatedGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 1100000Grade: -8Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 190Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:57ba4335c00c9dc99287
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 1100000
- Grade
- -8
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 190
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Indicated resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau represents a significant portion of the resource with good confidence and a strong grade. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Indicated category provides reasonable geological confidence.
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 2.1 g/t Au is strong for an open pit gold resource.
Evidence · table
“-8”
Context: 1,100
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 1200000Grade: -1.1Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 50Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:6ad81b0830a6deffbcaf
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 1200000
- Grade
- -1.1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 50
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau adds significant tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 1.8 g/t Au is moderate for an open pit gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“-1.1”
Context: 1,200
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 1200000Grade: -2Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 290Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:6ad81b0830a6deffbcaf
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 1200000
- Grade
- -2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 290
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau adds significant tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 1.8 g/t Au is moderate for an open pit gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“-2”
Context: 1,200
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · goldTonnes: 2400000Grade: -1Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 140Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:88c44598295e309c4964
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 2400000
- Grade
- -1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 140
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau adds significant tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 1.8 g/t Au is moderate for an open pit gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“-1.0”
Context: 2,400
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
inferredGolden Plateau · silverTonnes: 2400000Grade: -4Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 500Contained Unit: kozView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Golden Plateau
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- australia_qld
- Reported Region
- Queensland
- Ticker
- AIS
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Nicholas Spanswick
- Resource group id
- resource:88c44598295e309c4964
- Mining method
- combined
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 2400000
- Grade
- -4
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 500
- Contained Unit
- koz
- Cutoff Grade
- 1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-06-30
Lab
- Laboratory
- ALS Laboratories
Location
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This Inferred resource for open pit gold at Golden Plateau adds significant tonnage but has lower confidence due to its classification and reliance on extrapolation in some areas. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)
Positive factors
- Open pit mining method suggests lower operating costs.
- Grade of 1.8 g/t Au is moderate for an open pit gold resource.
Negative factors
- Inferred category indicates lower geological confidence.
- Some Inferred resources extend beyond drill data.
Evidence · table
“-4”
Context: 2,400
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
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.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate
How Atlas produces this analysis
Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.