Thunderbird Resources Limited (ASX: THB) has delivered another strong set of results from its Kookabookra Gold Project in north-eastern New South Wales (Figure 1). The latest announcement highlights continued success from surface sampling programs and the emergence of a new high-grade target, reinforcing the district-scale potential for an intrusive-related gold system.

This story is not about chasing hype—this is about doing the work. Some investors may say that management needs to create the hype but as long as i have know the key management of the company, this is not in their DNA. They are all about getting into the business of mineral exploration at a cost effective manner and that is maximum funds into the ground and not about funding a lifestyle company.

In its 29 July 2025 announcement, AuMEGA Metals Ltd (ASX: AAM | TSXV: AUM | OTCQB: AUMMF) delivered a substantial exploration update covering three major Canadian projects—Cape Ray, Bunker Hill, and Hermitage. With a fully funded program and a strong C$9.2 million treasury, AuMEGA is aggressively expanding its data-driven strategy across Newfoundland’s Cape Ray Shear Zone, Canada’s largest known gold-bearing structure.

Ausgold Limited (ASX: AUC) has delivered a definitive milestone with the release of its Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) for the 100%-owned Katanning Gold Project (KGP). The study validates KGP as one of Australia’s most advanced undeveloped open-pit gold projects, combining scale, near-term development potential, and robust economics within a Tier-1 jurisdiction

Arika Resources (ASX: ARI) has doubled down on discovery with a 40% expansion of its upcoming drilling campaign across the Yundamindra and Kookynie Gold Projects. With a strengthened balance sheet and an ambitious exploration strategy, the company is stepping firmly into the spotlight of Western Australia’s gold narrative.

Coffee with Samso Episode 197 is with Sam Pazuki, the Managing Director and CEO of AuMega Metals Limited (ASX: AAM) on gold exploration.

Rooster Talk 35 with Michael Bohm, Chairman of Riedel Resources Limited (ASX:RIE). Drilling Results confirms 1.8km anomaly.

Coffee with Samso Episode 76 with Jon Hronsky of Western Mining Services on whether Mineral Exploration is high-risk investment.