Westgold divests Mt Henry gold project for $64.6m

Liontown Resources (ASX: LTR) has teamed up with German digital platform Metalshub to host online spodumene concentrate auctions. The lithium mine will host a series of bidding events into 2026 for Kathleen Valley spodumene concentrate, allowing buyers to submit bids and purchase products directly giving access to a wider group of buyers. Liontown chief executive Tony Ottaviano comments on the partnership. “From the inception of our marketing strategy, Liontown has been clear with its position that a transparent, auditable and liquid price index is crucial to establishing a long-term sustainable lithium industry,” he said. “Utilising Metalshub for our first digital spot sales auction will improve price transparency for spodumene, giving more customers an opportunity to bid on Liontown cargoes.” Following…

Northern Star (ASX: NST) has selected Sandvik to supply Toro TH663i underground trucks and Toro LH621i and Toro LH517i intelligent loaders for its underground operations in WA.The i-series platforms offer advanced connectivity, real-time analytics, automation readiness and superior maintainability, enabling high payloads, lower operating cost per ton and safer work sites, according to Sandvik.Sandvik load and haul business line manager Andrew Dawson comments on the partnership.“We are proud to partner with Northern Star on this significant fleet investment,” he said.“This order underlines our commitment to delivering equipment and services that help our customers meet their productivity, safety and sustainability targets in underground operations.”The deal was confirmed in Q4 CY25 with deliveries expected to commence in Q1 CY26 and to continue throughout the year.

Thiess secures $700m agreement for Eva copper projectThiess has secured a $700m alliance agreement with Harmony to deliver bulk earthworks, workshop construction and mining services over five years for the Eva copper mine project.Thiess group and chief executive Michael Wright comments on the alliance agreement.“The Eva Copper Alliance Agreement aligns Thiess and Harmony strategically and operationally – enabling us to set new benchmarks for sustainable, efficient copper development at what will be the largest copper mine in Queensland,” he said.Thiess group executive Australia East Rae O’Brien continues.“Our alliance with Harmony is underpinned by our deeply aligned values, particularly in supporting local procurement, new-to-industry and Indigenous workforce development, community engagement and a steadfast commitment to safety – we look forward to working together to drive employment, skills development and community partnerships that will endure beyond the mine life,” he said.Early stage works for the project has begun with completion expected in June 2026.Mining services such as drilling, blasting, mine planning, technical services, mining operations and mobile equipment maintenance across multiple open pits will begin from June 2026 to June 2031.Harmony chief development officer Johannes Van Heerden comments on the Eva project.“The Eva copper mine project is integral to Harmony’s strategic objective to become an international gold and copper producer,” he said.“Through the Eva Copper Alliance, Thiess and Harmony combine their strengths in a single, integrated framework - leveraging technical expertise, proven industry experience, and shared values to achieve common objectives.”