17 New Regional Targets Set to Expand Yandal West Gold Potential
Albion Resources has identified 17 new regional targets at its Ives Find prospect, including 7 high-priority drill targets that could replicate the company's recent high-grade success at Collavilla where drilling returned 11m at 20.0 g/t Au, including 5m at 38.9 g/t Au.
The newly identified targets extend across a 4 km x 750 m footprint at Ives Find, with only a fraction of this prospective corridor tested to date. What makes these targets particularly compelling is their similar geological setting to Collavilla, where gold-bearing structures intersect greenstone rafts within granite.
Systematic Target Generation Unlocks New Opportunities
Albion has employed a sophisticated, multi-layered approach to identify these new targets, combining:
- High-resolution gravity surveying
- Chargeability mapping
- Detailed geochemistry
- Structural interpretation
This integrated approach has proven effective in locating potential greenstone rafts within the Ives Find Granite—geological features closely associated with high-grade gold shoots in the district.
"These results showcase the scale of opportunity at Ives Find, where we've now defined seventeen new targets, including seven high-priority zones," said Albion's CEO, Peter Goh. "Only a small portion of this 4 km x 750 m system has been tested so far."
Seven High-Priority Targets Ready for Testing
Among the 17 identified targets, seven stand out as high-priority opportunities:
| Target | Key Features |
|---|---|
| Boiler Room | Northern extension of Collavilla with coincident gravity, chargeability and resistivity anomalies |
| Collavilla East | Chargeability target with gold up to 23.3 g/t Au in narrow east-dipping veins |
| Collavilla West | Potential alteration zone where Collavilla structure meets a flexure in greenstone contact |
| Honeycomb | Surface gold-bearing veins with historic rock chips up to 6 g/t Au coinciding with gravity features |
| Ives North | Multiple mapped veins (up to 2.3 g/t Au) intersecting gravity lineaments |
| Duck | Historic intercept of 4m at 7.5 g/t Au with structure extending to intersect a gravity lineament |
| Duckling | Historic intercept of 6m at 5.7 g/t Au with structure trending south into greenstone contact |
Understanding the Geological Model
Albion's recent drilling success at Collavilla has led to a revised geological interpretation linking high-grade veins to thicker mafic greenstone rafts within the Ives Find Granite. This model is supported by historic drilling at the Duck prospect, which showed mineralised greenstone directly overlying high-grade quartz veins, including 3.4m at 10.2 g/t Au in hole IFDH002.
Gravity surveying has proven particularly effective in this context because it can detect high-density greenstone bodies within the lower-density granite—a critical factor since these greenstone rafts appear closely associated with high-grade gold shoots.
What is Gravity Surveying?
Gravity surveying is a geophysical technique that measures subtle variations in the Earth's gravitational field caused by differences in rock density below the surface. At Ives Find, this technique is particularly valuable because it can distinguish between:
- Lower-density granite (the main host rock)
- Higher-density greenstone rafts (often associated with gold mineralisation)
When gold-bearing structures intersect these greenstone rafts, they create optimal conditions for high-grade gold mineralisation—precisely the setting that delivered Albion's impressive Collavilla results.
Strategic Position in the Yandal Belt
Albion's Yandal West Project sits in a prime location within the highly prospective Yandal Greenstone Belt, home to several world-class gold operations including Northern Star Resources' Jundee and Bronzewing mines. The region has seen significant corporate activity in recent years:
- Northern Star Resources acquired the ~350koz Millrose deposit for A$61 million in June 2023
- Strickland Metals announced the divestment of its Yandal Project for A$45 million in June 2025
This increased corporate activity highlights the strategic importance of Albion's landholding in this tier-one gold district.
Drilling Underway with Results Pending
Albion isn't wasting time in following up on these promising targets. The company has already commenced a 2,800-meter Phase 2 RC drilling program targeting:
- Extensional drilling at Collavilla
- Testing of regional targets at Boiler Room, Collavilla East, and Collavilla West
- The Barwidgee Prospect (following up on previous 4m at 9.0 g/t Au)
- Initial testing at the May Queen Prospect
Results from the remaining Phase 2 holes are expected within three to four weeks, providing a steady stream of news flow for investors.
Why Investors Should Track Albion Resources
Albion Resources presents a compelling investment case for gold-focused investors:
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Multiple High-Grade Targets: With 17 new regional targets identified, including 7 high-priority drill-ready zones, the company has established a robust pipeline of opportunities.
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Proven High-Grade Potential: The significant intercept of 11m at 20.0 g/t Au (including 5m at 38.9 g/t Au) at Collavilla demonstrates the system's capacity to host substantial gold mineralisation.
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Strategic Location: Positioned in the prolific Yandal Greenstone Belt alongside multi-million-ounce gold operations and within a region attracting significant investment from major players.
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Systematic Exploration Approach: The company's multi-layered target generation process combines modern exploration techniques to maximise discovery potential.
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Active Drilling Program: With drilling already underway and results pending, investors can expect regular news flow as Albion works to unlock the full potential of this highly prospective corridor.
As the company advances its exploration efforts across the Yandal West Project, particularly at Ives Find, investors have multiple potential catalysts to look forward to in the coming months.
Want to Explore Albion's Gold Potential Before the Market Catches On?
With multiple high-grade gold targets now identified at the Yandal West Project and drilling already underway, Albion Resources presents a compelling opportunity in one of Australia's premier gold districts. To learn more about their systematic exploration approach and upcoming catalysts that could drive significant shareholder value, visit Albion Resources' website for the latest investor information and project updates.
