Shallow, high-grade gold deposits at Sandstone position Brightstar for open-pit mining.

April 10, 2025 10:30 AM AEST | By Team Kalkine Media
 Shallow, high-grade gold deposits at Sandstone position Brightstar for open-pit mining.
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Highlights:

  • Brightstar Resources advances its exploration program at the Sandstone Hub with high-grade gold discoveries.

  • Notable drill results from Vanguard and Vanguard North include enriched quartz veins at various depths.

  • The ongoing exploration program spans a substantial drilling initiative across the Sandstone region.

The mining stock remains integral to industrial development, with gold exploration continuing to drive geological programs across Australia. Brightstar Resources (ASX:BTR) is among the companies progressing with active campaigns in search of new gold-bearing zones within its tenements in the Sandstone region.

Drilling Program Conducted at Vanguard and Vanguard North

Brightstar Resources recently completed a reverse circulation drilling campaign at its Vanguard and Vanguard North deposits. The program formed part of a broader initiative within the Sandstone Hub, with the company aiming to enhance geological understanding across key zones. The campaign included thousands of meters of infill and extensional drilling, uncovering zones with high-grade gold concentrations.

Gold Intersections at Vanguard North Indicate Enrichment

The Vanguard North segment revealed substantial mineralisation during the drilling phase. Key intersections contained elevated gold grades from shallow to moderate depths. Among these results were multi-meter zones with markedly enriched quartz veins, with notable sections showing particularly high concentrations. The grade variability across the zone underscored the geological complexity of the area and the scale of mineral presence.

Vanguard Deposit Reveals Additional High-Grade Gold

Drilling outcomes from the Vanguard deposit further supported the mineral resource profile. One of the drill intersections included multiple meters of strong grade enrichment, with specific subsections registering isolated peak values. Additional results revealed consistent gold values within both shallow and deeper horizons. The deposit’s structural characteristics aligned with geological indicators of extensive mineralisation.

Operational Outlook Supported by Ongoing Exploration

The structure and grade distribution at both Vanguard and Vanguard North have been described as conducive to further geological review. The company has referenced the viability of surface extraction methods as a focus of continued evaluation. The complexity of mineralisation across the Sandstone Hub is being reviewed in parallel with resource modelling efforts.

Expanded Exploration Strategy Across the Sandstone Hub

Brightstar Resources is advancing a comprehensive exploration schedule across the Sandstone Hub, with the drilling initiative expected to extend throughout the year. Current operations are concentrated around the Indomitable Camp, where reverse circulation and other field activities are progressing. The company’s exploration schedule includes extensive drilling plans to further define mineral resources within the project area.

Maintaining a Presence in the Domestic Mining Sector

Brightstar Resources continues to maintain a presence within the Australian mining sector through its exploration-driven strategy. The company engages with industry stakeholders and maintains a steady pace of updates regarding its project milestones. Regular announcements reflect operational progress and ongoing geological developments.


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