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Highlights:
Taruga Minerals advances exploration at Thowagee with soil and rock chip sampling
New rock chip assays reveal highest silver grades to date at the project
Exploration to integrate geochemical, petrological, and geophysical assessments for future work
Taruga Minerals Ltd (ASX:TAR), a copper and rare earths exploration company, has expanded its exploration program at the Thowagee Project in Western Australia. The initiative comes following significant new sampling results from historical workings. This project, part of Taruga’s broader strategy across Western and South Australia, adds to exploration activities within the ASX 200 resources sector.
New sampling strategy follows promising field data
In response to recent field data at Thowagee, the company has commenced a widened program incorporating geochemical soil sampling and additional rock chip analysis. These efforts are designed to build a clearer geological profile of the area, particularly in the vicinity of historical polymetallic operations at the Thowagee Mine and Thowagee Bore. These sites are located in a region characterized by hydrothermal vein systems and are contiguous with Taruga’s other assets in the Gascoyne region.
Strong rock chip results identify key mineral presence
Rock chip sampling has yielded assays that highlight notable concentrations of lead, silver, zinc, and gold. Among the findings are samples containing strong silver grades alongside lead and minor amounts of gold and zinc. These results represent the highest silver concentrations documented by Taruga to date at this site, affirming the geological importance of the area and guiding continued exploration.
Data integration planned for mineral system interpretation
The soil sampling data, expected to be received in the coming weeks, will be analysed in conjunction with existing geophysical datasets, including magnetics, gravity, and VTEM. The aim is to evaluate geochemical trends and geophysical responses to better understand the structural outlines of shear zones and mineral-bearing corridors.
Through combining this data with petrology and petrophysics assessments, Taruga plans to refine future exploration activities. This includes potential surface geophysical surveys and identifying zones for follow-up drilling. The integrated approach is expected to enhance interpretation of mineral distribution and inform operational planning.
Option exercised to acquire full project control
The company has formally exercised its option to acquire full ownership of the Thowagee Project. This strategic move consolidates its footprint in a region with established historical production. Past mining at the Thowagee Mine yielded lead and silver from concentrate, supporting the current exploration focus on similar mineralisation signatures.
Unexplored zones identified beyond veining
Interestingly, sampling has revealed areas of mineralisation extending outside the expected quartz and galena veining. These findings suggest the presence of additional zones of interest that had not been the focus of earlier exploration. This discovery could provide further scope for geological interpretation and subsequent activity.
Taruga strengthens Western Australia exploration profile
With the (ASX:TAR) listing in the broader ASX 200 landscape, Taruga’s ongoing work at Thowagee contributes to the momentum within the Australian mining and exploration industry. The company continues to prioritize its Western Australia projects, integrating technical studies and field data to inform its development strategy across prospective terrain.
