Figure 1: A calcite-carbonatite from Oka complex, Deux-Montagnes RCM, Laurentides, Québec, Canada. (source: mindat.org) | Samso Insights

Carbonatites are some of the rarest igneous rocks on the planet, comprising less than 1% of all identified igneous systems. Despite their rarity, they are highly significant in geology and resource economics.

In this latest episode of Coffee with Samso, I reconnect with exploration legend Jon Hronsky to unpack one of the most significant emerging geological stories in Australia: the Westrunter carbonatite province. This conversation builds on John's recent presentation at the AIG’s event and dives deep into how Encounter Resources Limited (ASX: ENR) has methodically uncovered what may become a globally significant carbonatite-hosted niobium and rare earth element (REE) district in