Australia-based Native Mineral Resources said it remains on track for first gold pour by the end of July at its Blackjack gold project in Charters Towers, Queensland, following staged commissioning.
“We are approaching a major operational milestone as the Blackjack project moves closer to production. Key activities across the site – from plant energisation and commissioning to mining readiness – are converging at pace,” said Managing Director Blake Cannavo.
“The Blackjack open pit is established, critical infrastructure is in place, and our Blackjack processing facility is entering the final stages of preparation. This momentum reflects the strength of our execution teams and the capability of our partners. We are confident in our trajectory toward first gold in July.”
The company said waste removal and surface preparation are ongoing and remain on track to support the commencement of mining in the third quarter of 2025, in alignment with the processing plant’s commissioning program.
Source: Native Mineral Resources