LAT: Drilling Commences at KSB Project, Targeting Resource Growth

Original announcement by asx on

Company
Latitude 66 Limited
Ticker
LAT
Exchange
ASX
Region
Finland
Primary commodity
Gold
Secondary commodities
Cobalt
Document categories
Other, Resource update, Drill results
Extracted
2026-10-13 22:28:21 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published:

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Latitude 66 Limited has commenced a 2,500m diamond drilling program at its KSB Gold-Cobalt Project in Finland, targeting large-scale resource growth opportunities near the K1 gold-cobalt deposit. The program aims to test high-priority targets supported by geological, structural, geophysical, and historical drilling data, with the potential to materially expand the existing 7.3Mt @ 2.7g/t Au and 0.08% Co Mineral Resource. This drilling is a key part of the company's broader strategy to grow its gold inventory and advance development opportunities alongside the KSB Prefeasibility Study.

Reasoning: A significant diamond drilling program has commenced at the KSB Gold-Cobalt Project, targeting substantial resource growth to support the ongoing PFS, but no new assay results are available in this release. The resource estimates presented are historical.

Positive factors

  • Drilling program commenced
  • High-priority targets identified with multiple supporting datasets
  • Potential for material resource expansion
  • Program linked to Prefeasibility Study (PFS)
  • Competent Person's Statement for Exploration Results and Mineral Resources

Negative factors

  • No new drill results reported in this announcement
  • Resource estimates are historical (from April 2024)

Facts used in scoring: 17

Classification and evidence

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: The resource estimates are referenced from an ASX announcement dated April 26, 2024, making them over two years old relative to the current announcement date of October 14, 2026.

Evidence · text

“DCX ASX Announcement 26 Apr 2024”

JORC Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: The resource estimates are presented under a 'JORC Mineral Resource Statement' and the Competent Person's Statement refers to the '2012 Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (the “JORC Code”).'

Evidence · text

“KSB Project - JORC Mineral Resource Statement”

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: The announcement includes a Competent Person's Statement for both Mineral Resources (Mr Brian Wolfe) and Exploration Results (Mr Toby Wellman), indicating sign-off by qualified professionals.

Evidence · text

“Competent Person's Statement”

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: Several resource categories are classified as 'Inferred', which is a speculative category with limited drilling and assumed geological continuity.

Evidence · table

“Inferred”

Context: 1200

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: A significant portion of the KSB and Laverton resources are classified as 'Indicated', indicating reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling.

Evidence · table

“Indicated”

Context: 4600

Step-Out Extensionpositive · Story-specific tag

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Why it applies: The drilling program is designed to 'test large-scale resource extension targets immediately proximal to the K1 gold-cobalt deposit' and 'beyond the existing K1 Resource envelope'.

Evidence · text

“Drilling will test large-scale resource extension targets immediately proximal to the K1 gold-cobalt deposit”

Apparent Width Onlynegative · Story-specific tag

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Why it applies: The historical drill results are reported as downhole lengths (e.g., '5.6m @ 7.3g/t Au') without any mention of true width or drill orientation.

Evidence · text

“5.6m @ 7.3g/t Au”

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 17. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (1)

Fact 1KSB · goldGrade: 2.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.5 mHistorical resultNeeds review: drill_no_hole_idView all details
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Identity

Project
KSB
Commodity
gold
Region
finland
Reported Region
finland
Ticker
LAT

Geometry

Grade
2.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3.5 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill

QA/QC

QP Signed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
drill_no_hole_id
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is a good historical gold intercept, providing support for the current drilling targets, but it is not a new result and true width is not stated.

Positive factors

  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Historical result
  • Apparent Width Only

Evidence · text

“3.5m @ 2.6g/t Au”

Tags used in scoring

No QA/QC Disclosurenegative

Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Resource Estimates (16)

indicatedKSB · goldTonnes: 4600000Grade: 2.9Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 430000Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
KSB
Commodity
gold
Region
finland
Reported Region
Finland
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:2349f893b10b9c7c9e8e
Deposit or zone
K1

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
4600000
Grade
2.9
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
430000
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is a substantial indicated gold resource for the K1 deposit, but it is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Resource
  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“2.9”

Context: 4,600

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

indicatedKSB · cobaltTonnes: 4600000Grade: 0.1Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 4440Contained Unit: tHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
KSB
Commodity
cobalt
Region
finland
Reported Region
Finland
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:2349f893b10b9c7c9e8e
Deposit or zone
K1

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
4600000
Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
4440
Contained Unit
t

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is a substantial indicated cobalt resource for the K1 deposit, but it is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Resource
  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“0.10”

Context: 4,600

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

inferredKSB · goldTonnes: 1200000Grade: 2.1Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 80000Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
KSB
Commodity
gold
Region
finland
Reported Region
Finland
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:44070f53e3874eefb28d
Deposit or zone
K1

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1200000
Grade
2.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
80000
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an inferred gold resource for the K1 deposit, which is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource
  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“2.1”

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

inferredKSB · cobaltTonnes: 1200000Grade: 0.05Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 570Contained Unit: tHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
KSB
Commodity
cobalt
Region
finland
Reported Region
Finland
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:44070f53e3874eefb28d
Deposit or zone
K1

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1200000
Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
570
Contained Unit
t

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an inferred cobalt resource for the K1 deposit, which is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource
  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“0.05”

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

indicatedKSB · goldTonnes: 960000Grade: 3.2Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 100000Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
KSB
Commodity
gold
Region
finland
Reported Region
Finland
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:5ff9476907260a121bb3
Deposit or zone
K2

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
960000
Grade
3.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
100000
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an indicated gold resource for the K2 deposit, but it is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Resource
  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“3.2”

Context: 960

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

indicatedKSB · cobaltTonnes: 960000Grade: 0.05Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 500Contained Unit: tHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
KSB
Commodity
cobalt
Region
finland
Reported Region
Finland
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:5ff9476907260a121bb3
Deposit or zone
K2

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
960000
Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
500
Contained Unit
t

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an indicated cobalt resource for the K2 deposit, but it is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Resource
  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 960

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

inferredKSB · goldTonnes: 90000Grade: 1.7Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 5000Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
KSB
Commodity
gold
Region
finland
Reported Region
Finland
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:56ddada2c55bffa3a770
Deposit or zone
K2

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
90000
Grade
1.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
5000
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an inferred gold resource for the K2 deposit, which is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource
  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“1.7”

Context: 90

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

inferredKSB · cobaltTonnes: 90000Grade: 0.05Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 50Contained Unit: tHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
KSB
Commodity
cobalt
Region
finland
Reported Region
Finland
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:56ddada2c55bffa3a770
Deposit or zone
K2

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
90000
Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
50
Contained Unit
t

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an inferred cobalt resource for the K2 deposit, which is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource
  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 90

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

indicatedKSB · goldTonnes: 340000Grade: 2.2Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 24000Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
KSB
Commodity
gold
Region
finland
Reported Region
Finland
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:4b1515520af92c0cda8e
Deposit or zone
K3

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
340000
Grade
2.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
24000
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an indicated gold resource for the K3 deposit, but it is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Resource
  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“2.2”

Context: 340

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

indicatedKSB · cobaltTonnes: 340000Grade: 0.06Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 210Contained Unit: tHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
KSB
Commodity
cobalt
Region
finland
Reported Region
Finland
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:4b1515520af92c0cda8e
Deposit or zone
K3

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
340000
Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
210
Contained Unit
t

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an indicated cobalt resource for the K3 deposit, but it is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Resource
  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 340

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

inferredKSB · goldTonnes: 120000Grade: 2Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 8000Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
KSB
Commodity
gold
Region
finland
Reported Region
Finland
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:23ecd38136eaecc3b011
Deposit or zone
K3

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
120000
Grade
2
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
8000
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an inferred gold resource for the K3 deposit, which is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource
  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“2.0”

Context: 120

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

inferredKSB · cobaltTonnes: 120000Grade: 0.06Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 70Contained Unit: tHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
KSB
Commodity
cobalt
Region
finland
Reported Region
Finland
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:23ecd38136eaecc3b011
Deposit or zone
K3

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
120000
Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
70
Contained Unit
t

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an inferred cobalt resource for the K3 deposit, which is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource
  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 120

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

indicatedLaverton Gold Project · goldTonnes: 3880000Grade: 1Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 118000Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Laverton Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
australia_wa
Reported Region
Western Australia
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:1480f2ca9208c2581530
Deposit or zone
Tin Dog

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
3880000
Grade
1
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
118000
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an indicated gold resource for the Tin Dog deposit, but it is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Resource
  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“1.0”

Context: 3,880

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

inferredLaverton Gold Project · goldTonnes: 6110000Grade: 1Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 180000Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Laverton Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
australia_wa
Reported Region
Western Australia
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:92b27012c231bf29e85c
Deposit or zone
Tin Dog

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
6110000
Grade
1
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
180000
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an inferred gold resource for the Tin Dog deposit, which is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource
  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“1.0”

Context: 6,110

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

indicatedLaverton Gold Project · goldTonnes: 350000Grade: 1.5Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 17000Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Laverton Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
australia_wa
Reported Region
Western Australia
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:6144178873340bc611b5
Deposit or zone
Red Dog

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
350000
Grade
1.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
17000
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an indicated gold resource for the Red Dog deposit, but it is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Resource
  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“1.5”

Context: 350

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

inferredLaverton Gold Project · goldTonnes: 360000Grade: 1.2Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 14000Contained Unit: ozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Laverton Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
australia_wa
Reported Region
Western Australia
Ticker
LAT

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
jorc
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Mr Brian Wolfe
Resource group id
resource:3bb0a9e02b7859d8c94e
Deposit or zone
Red Dog

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
360000
Grade
1.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
14000
Contained Unit
oz

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-04-26T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is an inferred gold resource for the Red Dog deposit, which is a historical estimate.

Positive factors

  • JORC Compliant
  • QP/CP Signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource
  • Stale Estimate

Evidence · table

“1.2”

Context: 360

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 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

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 2.5 years before this release

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.