Core Insights - Nova Minerals Limited is advancing its Estelle Gold and Critical Minerals Project in Alaska, focusing on gold and antimony exploration with a significant drilling program [1][6][24] Estelle Project - A 15,000-meter drill program commenced in June 2025, targeting the RPM and Korbel gold deposits and initiating resource estimation at the Stibium prospect for both gold and antimony [6][8] - The Estelle Project encompasses over 20 advanced gold and antimony prospects, including two defined multi-million ounce resources [24] RPM Drill Program - A 10,000-meter drill program at the RPM deposit began in July 2025, aimed at enhancing resource definition and expanding mineralization [6] - Drilling will focus on the eastern strike extension beneath a fractured zone and the high-grade hornfels/intrusive contact, which is known for significant gold mineralization [6][7] Korbel Drill Program - Approximately 2,000 meters of drilling at Korbel will target a potential higher-grade starter pit at Korbel Main, with flexibility to expand into other high-priority targets [4] Surface Sampling Program - A comprehensive regional surface exploration program is underway, including geological mapping and geochemical sampling to identify new high-priority prospects [5] Antimony Assets - The Stibium prospect has commenced a 3,000-meter drilling program to establish a maiden mineral resource estimate for gold and antimony [11] - High-impact results from surface sampling include rock samples with over 30% Sb and gold grades up to 141 g/t [11] U.S. Department of Defense Grant - Nova's application for U.S. Department of Defense funding is in its final stages, which could fast-track the development of the antimony resource at Estelle [9][11] - Successful funding would allow for an expanded drilling program and initial testing at the Styx target [11] Financial Position - As of June 2025, Nova had A$9.08 million in cash and no debt, excluding A$18.4 million raised in a subsequent U.S. offering [11] - Notable cash flow items include A$1.9 million in exploration and evaluation costs and A$432,000 in administration expenses [11] Corporate Developments - The appointment of Mr. Chaim (Dovi) Berger as an Independent Non-Executive Director was announced, bringing extensive experience in corporate law and finance [11]
Nova Minerals Quarterly Activities and Cashflow Report – 30 June 2025