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Highlights
- Wide near-surface copper intersections confirmed.
- Exploration model strengthened at Piper Prospect.
- Further sampling and drilling planned in 2025.
Aruma Resources (ASX:AAJ) has reported encouraging historic copper intersections at its Fiery Creek Project, located in Queensland’s Mt Isa copper belt—one of Australia's most prolific copper-producing regions. The company has highlighted multiple wide, near-surface copper zones discovered through historic drilling at the Piper Prospect.
These results, initially generated by MIM Exploration Pty Ltd between 1991 and 1996, include intercepts such as 44 metres at 0.2% copper (Cu), 26 metres at 0.14% Cu, and 14 metres at 0.15% Cu. All are located near surface, enhancing the economic appeal and exploration potential of the area.
These historic drilling outcomes are particularly significant as they coincide with geophysical anomalies identified through Aruma’s recent gravity and Induced Polarisation (IP) surveys. In addition, high-grade sampling at the surface has returned notable copper, silver, and antimony values, including 20.93% Cu, 31.3g/t silver (Ag), and 10,883 parts per million antimony (Sb). This data adds a robust layer of confidence to the company's evolving geological model at the Piper Prospect.
The Fiery Creek Project’s exploration model has been enhanced significantly by the convergence of historic drill data, geophysical anomalies, and high-grade surface sampling. These combined insights strengthen Aruma’s confidence in Piper as a high-potential target within the broader project area.
In parallel, Aruma is planning additional sampling at both the Piper and Eagle Prospects in April, with drilling at Piper set for the second quarter of 2025, pending necessary approvals. This staged approach underlines the company's methodical strategy in evaluating and advancing its assets.
Aruma’s leadership views the Piper Prospect as a key focus for future growth. The alignment of historical and recent data offers strong geological validation, positioning Piper as a drill-ready target with significant exploration upside.
As interest in copper continues to rise globally—driven by demand from energy infrastructure, electric vehicles, and renewable technologies—the Fiery Creek Project could place Aruma in a favourable position within the critical minerals supply chain.
The next phase of exploration, backed by a consistent flow of positive data, is expected to further clarify the potential of this underexplored but increasingly prospective region in Queensland.
