Updated Ore Reserve - Wonawinta Silver Mine

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Stock Manuka Resources Ltd (MKR.ASX)
Release Time 13 Jul 2026, 9:21 a.m.
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 Manuka Resources Updates Ore Reserve at Wonawinta Silver Mine
Key Points
  • Manuka Resources announced a 28% increase in Ore Reserve at Wonawinta Silver Mine
  • Updated Ore Reserve is 7.9Mt @ 50.4g/t Ag containing 12.8Moz of silver
  • Recommissioning activities for silver and gold processing operations are underway
  • First gold revenues expected later this month, silver production in September 2026
  • Plant recommissioning includes installation of upgraded crushing & de-slime circuits
Full Summary

Manuka Resources Limited has updated its Ore Reserve for the Wonawinta Silver Mine, showing a 28% increase in Ore Reserve tonnes and a 15% increase in contained silver compared to the previous announcement. The new Ore Reserve is 7.9Mt at 50.4g/t Ag, containing 12.8Moz of silver. The mine is preparing for the restart of silver and gold processing operations this quarter. Activities include staffing, operational readiness, contract finalization, and the installation of upgraded crushing and de-slime circuits. First gold revenues are expected later this month, with silver production targeted to commence during the September 2026 quarter. The mine's processing plant remains a strategic asset within the Cobar Basin, offering flexibility to process silver, gold, and base metals.