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Western Gold Resources Limited (ASX:WGR)

ALERT: Price-sensitive ASX Announcement for WGR
Current share price for WGR : $0.071 -0.029 (-29%)+
Announcement
Release
31 Jul 2026 8:41AM
Price at Release
$0.100
Full Release
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Summary
Western Gold Resources Limited announced the commencement of an expanded scoping study for the Gold Duke Project. This study aims to optimise the project by incorporating updated mineral resources, exploration opportunities, and current gold price assumptions to extend the mine life and improve economics. It benefits from existing approvals, agreements, and plans, providing a robust foundation for project commencement. The study is aligned with ongoing heritage consultation with the Tarlka Matuwa Piarku Aboriginal Corporation, emphasizing collaborative cultural heritage management. The project seeks to enhance shareholder value by increasing mineable tonnes through potential Life of Mine extensions.
Key Points
  • The heritage consultation process allows Western Gold Resources Limited (WGR) to complete an expanded scoping study for the Gold Duke Project.
  • The Expanded Scoping Study aims to optimise the project by extending mine life and improving project economics.
  • The study will incorporate updated Mineral Resource, exploration potential, and current gold price assumptions.
  • Existing approvals, agreements, and plans provide a strong foundation for project commencement.
  • Engagement with the Tarlka Matuwa Piarku Aboriginal Corporation for cultural heritage management is ongoing.
  • The study will include contributions from potential Life of Mine extension opportunities.
  • WGR seeks to increase mineable tonnes and enhance shareholder value.
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