Vulcan clears financial close for $3.9b lithium project

By Chloe Coutinho

Thursday, 28 May 2026

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Vulcan Energy (ASX: VUL) has reached financial close on the $3.9b Lionheart project financing package, supporting the construction of the integrated lithium and renewable energy project.

The MOU supports Metallium’s plan to develop a national network of e-waste processing facilities, strategically located near major e-waste collection hubs, rapidly expanding U.S. data centre industrial parks and regional industrial corridors with strong logistics and waste generation.

China eases BHP iron ore ban

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China eases BHP iron ore ban

China Mineral Resources Group (CMRG) has reportedly told several Chinese steel mills they can purchase some BHP (ASX: BHP) cargoes, relaxing restrictions that have been in place since September 2025.

Gold near seven year high

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Gold near seven year high

GOLD has peaked at a near seven-year high of US$1579.72 after the US launched a deadly attack against Iranian military leader Major General Qassem Soleimani. The destabilising effect on the international market was swift, and was the latest in a string of contributing factors that has continued to drive investors to gold as a safe-haven metal to protect against market downturn. The price spike has come after a momentary lapse in gold’s momentum in Q4 2019, surging to its highest price since April 2013 at US$1579.72. The assassination of General Soleimani has escalated international fears that tensions between Washington and Tehran could spill over into a new war in the Middle East. The targeted attack was given the go-ahead by...

Elixir Energy well positioned to meet China’s booming natural gas demand

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Elixir Energy well positioned to meet China’s booming natural gas demand

Elixir Energy well positioned to meet China’s booming natural gas demand By Meagan Evans CHINA is set to see a massive lift in demand for natural gas with current usage rates set to more than triple over the next 15 years. This comes as the Chinese government pushes for a switch to cleaner energy sources from coal, implementing policies to reduce sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides emissions and bring up the number of days with good air quality to 80%. To achieve this, it’s encouraging a switch from coal to natural gas, aiming for natural gas to account for 10% of energy consumption this year — a policy that is understandably driving significant growth in natural gas demand. China is not...

Resolution is one of only three ASX-listed companies to have a project included in the program.

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Resolution wins US support for antimony project

The Antimony Ridge project in Idaho will be included in the US Federal FAST-41 Permitting Transparency Program, as Resolution Minerals (ASX: RML) looks to advance proposed bulk sampling and drilling activities.

The 2025 Women in Resources Awards dinner will be held at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre on February 13.

Finalists revealed for 2025 Women in Resources Awards

Finalists revealed for 2025 Women in Resources Awards Thirteen inspirational individuals and three trailblazing companies have been selected as finalists for the 2025 Women in Resources Awards (WIRA). The annual awards ceremony — now in its 16th year — showcases the champions breaking the mould and leading the charge for change in the State’s resources sector. Organised by the Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia (CME), WIRA is a celebration of some of the best and brightest women in industry. WA CME chief executive Rebecca Tomkinson said the six award categories recognised both professional...

(Image source: Bravus Mining and Resources) A Bowen Rail Company trail hauling coal from the Carmichael mine along the Carmichael Rail Network.

No Detours ahead as fauna- friendly crossings share the line on the Carmichael Rail Network

No Detours ahead as fauna- friendly crossings share the line on the Carmichael Rail Network Coal from Bravus Mining and Resources’ Carmichael mine near Clermont in central Queensland is making its way to port on a rail line where cutting edge freight technologies are rivalled by the sophistication of fauna-friendly crossings. Bravus Mining and Resources chief operating officer Mick Crowe says the 200km Carmichael Rail Network includes hundreds of design features to support local biodiversity on a line also setting new standards for freight transport. “The design means not only does our coal get to...

Gold production continues to ramp-up smoothly in line with schedule.

Meeka pours first gold at the Murchison

Meeka pours first gold at the Murchison First gold was poured on schedule at the Murchison gold project, as ramp-up in gold production continues to progress smoothly with commissioning complete. Meeka Metals (ASX: MEK) managing director Tim Davidson comments on the achievement. “It is an impressive achievement by the team to deliver first gold on time and within 12 months of breaking ground at the Murchison,” he said. “We are now focused on ramping up gold production toward our targeted 80kozpa with the arrival of the third dig fleet and expanded open pit mining plan underway and first ore from underground at Andy Well in the...

(Image source: Whitehaven) The historic homestead, originally owned by the iconic Mackellar family, opened its doors to the public for only the fourth time in a century.

Celebrating Mother’s Day at Kurrumbede Homestead

Whitehaven celebrates Mother’s Day at Kurrumbede Homestead Over in NSW, Gunnedah’s historic Kurrumbede property was transformed to its historic roots over the weekend, as families from across the region gathered for a Mother’s Day inspired Open Day. Hosted by Whitehaven (ASX: WHC) in partnership with the Dorothea Mackellar Memorial Society and sponsored by Strikeforce Services, the day offered something for everyone. Visitors enjoyed free family fun, heritage displays, delicious food, market stalls and live entertainment. Whitehaven community engagement general manager Darren Swain highlights the significance of the event. “Kurrumbede...