MarketOpen Podcast

Joining the podcast today is James Gurry, Managing Director of Aureka Limited (ASX:AKA) . James is here to talk about Aureka’s vision to bring Victoria’s high-grade gold back to life, recent strategic moves like the Irvine land acquisition, and the company’s broader plans to progress some of the region’s most prospective gold assets. 🎙️ Podcast Questions Introduction to Company: For those unfamili...

Joining the podcast today is George Ventouras, Executive Chairman of Thunderbird Resources (ASX:THB).George joins us to talk about Thunderbird’s recent exploration activity across its Rockvale and Kookabookra projects in New South Wales, where historical high-grade gold and antimony results and new on-ground reconnaissance are opening up fresh discovery potential. Introduction to Company Can you g...

Joining the podcast today is Greg Smith , Director at Diablo Resources (ASX:DBO) . Greg joins us to talk through the company’s strategy in the US copper space, the exciting results from the Phoenix Copper Project, and what’s ahead as Diablo sharpens its focus on exploration in one of the most prolific copper-producing regions in the United States. 🎙️ Podcast Questions Introduction to Company: Can...

Joining the podcast today is Andrew Buxton , Managing Director of Alice Queen Limited (ASX:AQX) . Andrew will walk us through the company’s exciting work at the Viani Project in Fiji, recent high-grade gold intersections, and how Alice Queen is positioning itself for long-term growth in the Pacific’s gold exploration sector. Introduction to Company For those new to Alice Queen, can you give us a b...

Joining the podcast today is James Durrant, Managing Director of RareX Limited (ASX: REE). James joins us to discuss RareX’s latest breakthrough—Australia’s most advanced gallium discovery at the Cummins Range Project—and how it positions the company within the rapidly shifting global critical minerals supply chain. Introduction to Company For those unfamiliar with RareX, can you give us a quick o...

Today, we’re joined by Gervaise Heddle, a well-respected name in the mining industry. As the former CEO of Greatland Gold, he played a key role in the company’s rise, particularly with the Havieron discovery, which transformed Greatland into a major exploration success story. Now, as Chairman of Buxton Resources, Gervaise is leading another exciting journey in the critical minerals space. We’ll be...

Joining the podcast today is Ashley Jones, Director of Star Minerals Limited (ASX: SMS) . Star Minerals is focused on advancing the Tumblegum South Gold Project and exploring new opportunities in Western Australia’s gold sector. Ashley will take us through the company’s strategy, recent developments, and the market dynamics shaping the company’s growth. We’ll also discuss the significance of their...

Joining the podcast today is Mohan Jesudason, CEO of X2M Connect (ASX:X2M). X2M is leading the charge in AI-powered IoT solutions, and today, Mohan will discuss Hive. AI —an industry-first platform designed to enhance renewable energy efficiency by leveraging AI aggregation and machine learning. We'll explore how Hive. AI is helping utility providers optimise energy usage, reduce carbon reliance,...

Joining the podcast today is Matt Szwedzicki, Managing Director of West Cobar Metals (ASX: WC1) . Matt will be discussing the company’s latest strategic acquisitions, particularly the Mystique Project in the Fraser Range, and how this aligns with West Cobar’s broader exploration ambitions. We’ll also explore the company’s growth trajectory, market outlook for gold and critical minerals, and the ke...

Joining the podcast today is Dr. Mike Jones, Managing Director at Impact Minerals (ASX: IPT). Impact Minerals is entering an exciting phase, recently announcing a $5.2 million renounceable rights issue to accelerate its key projects, including the Lake Hope High Purity Alumina (HPA) Project. Today, we’ll discuss what this capital raise means for the company, how shareholders and investors can part...

Joining the podcast today is Richard Maddocks, Managing Director of Kingsland Minerals (ASX: KNG). Richard will provide insights into the company’s progress at the Leliyn Graphite Project, including recent metallurgical test work, resource upgrades, and Kingsland’s positioning in the global graphite market.

Joining the podcast today is Andrew Reid, Managing Director of Brazilian Critical Minerals (ASX: BCM). Andrew will share insights into BCM’s innovative approach to rare earth extraction, the company’s flagship Ema Rare Earths Project, and how its ultra-low capex and opex model is setting a new benchmark in the industry. We’ll also discuss BCM’s position within the global rare earths market, upcomi...

Joining the podcast today is Brendan Cummins, Managing Director of Black Canyon (ASX: BCA) . Black Canyon is a manganese-focused developer and explorer with a strong presence in Western Australia’s Pilbara region. Brendan will discuss the company’s strategic direction, its flagship projects—including the high-grade discoveries at Wandanya and the KR1 and KR2 deposits—along with the growing demand...

Joining the podcast today is Ron Douglas, Chief Executive Officer of VHM Limited (ASX:VHM). VHM is advancing the Goschen Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project in Victoria, Australia, with a staged expansion strategy designed to deliver critical minerals for the global energy transition. Today, Ron will discuss the company’s strategy, the significance of the Goschen Project, market dynamics for rar...

Joining the podcast today is Tara French, Managing Director of Cazaly Resources (ASX: CAZ). Tara will discuss Cazaly’s strategy, its flagship Goongarrie Gold Project, and the company’s vision for growth in a dynamic gold market. We’ll also explore upcoming exploration milestones, and how Cazaly is positioning itself to maximise shareholder value.

Joining us today is Daniel Tuffin, Executive Technical Director at Cavalier Resources (ASX:CVR) , to discuss a major milestone—the Crawford Gold Project moving closer to production. We’ll cover the significance of this progress, the effort behind securing approvals, upcoming timelines, and what it all means for shareholders. Cavalier Resources is an Australian gold exploration and development comp...

Joining the podcast today is Adam Sierakowski, Executive Chairman of Kinetiko Energy (ASX: KKO) . Kinetiko Energy is advancing South Africa’s largest onshore conventional gas project, aiming to support the country’s transition to a more reliable and cleaner energy mix. In this episode, Adam will discuss Kinetiko’s company strategy, recent project milestones, and the market dynamics shaping the fut...

Joining the podcast today is Justin Brown, Managing Director of Element 25 (ASX: E25) . He’ll be discussing Element 25’s history, its strategic position in the manganese market, the significance of the Butcherbird Project, key findings from the recent feasibility study, and the company’s growth opportunities, including high-purity manganese for battery technology. We’ll also explore market dynamic...

Joining the podcast today is Peter McUtchen, Managing Director of PARKD Limited (ASX:PKD) , a company at the forefront of modular construction innovation. In this episode, Peter takes us through PARKD’s cutting-edge Metal Deck Support System (MDSS™) and how it’s transforming the construction industry by improving efficiency, safety, and scalability. We’ll also discuss the company’s recent 5-year e...

Joining the podcast today is Amanda Buckingham, the Managing Director at Warriedar Resources (ASX:WA8). Warriedar had an outstanding December 2024 Quarter and Amanda discusses the following questions: Introduction to Company: Can you provide an overview of Warriedar Resources and highlight how your focus on both gold and critical minerals, like antimony, shapes the company’s identity and strategy?...

Joining the podcast today is Chris Piggott, Managing Director of Leeuwin Metals ASX:LM1. Leeuwin Metals is a critical metals explorer committed to securing critical metals vital for the advancement of electric vehicles and renewable energy. We have projects located in Canada and Western Australia which are highly prospective for Nickel, Copper, PGE, and Lithium. Our goal is to contribute to the gl...

Joining the podcast today is George Ventouras, Executive Director at Artemis Resources. Artemis Resources is a gold and copper focused resources company with an attractive suite of growth projects in Western Australia’s Pilbara region. George has over 15 years’ experience in the resources sector and over 30 years’ experience in business development, corporate restructuring and marketing. He has ma...

Joining the podcast today is Jeneta Owens, the Managing Director of Godolphin Resources (ASX:GRL). GRL is an established asset base of gold, copper and rare earths projects in Australia's best mining jurisdiction Jeneta has over 15 years of mining and exploration experience, working on a range of deposit styles and commodities. For the last decade, her particular focus has been on porphyry copper-...

Joining the podcast today is Allan Stephens, the Exploration Manager at Perpetual Resources Perpetual Resources (ASX: PEC ) is an ASX listed company pursuing exploration and development opportunities within the critical mineral sector. ​Perpetual is active in exploring for lithium and other critical minerals in the Minas Gerais region of Brazil, where it has secured approximately 120km2 of highly...

Joining the podcast today is Hawsons Iron (ASX:HIO) CEO Tom Revy. Hawsons flagship project, the Hawsons Iron Project is set to supply one of the world’s highest-grade iron ore concentrate products to the global steel industry – essential to steelmakers transitioning to low-carbon ‘green steel’ production using renewables and less to no fossil fuels. Tom Revy BAppSc, Metallurgy Grad Diploma Busines...