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Rox formalises Badimia Barna agreement for Youanmi operations

2026-08-20

Rox Resources has formalized a binding native title mining agreement with the Badimia Barna Native Title Claim Applicant for its Youanmi Gold Mine in Western Australia. This pivotal agreement, covering existing and future tenements held by Rox Resources and its subsidiary Rox (Murchison), grants consent for mining tenure and approvals while establishing frameworks for heritage protection, environmental stewardship, and significant employment and training opportunities for the Badimia people. The accord, which includes an upfront payment and a production-based royalty, is a crucial step for the Youanmi project as it targets potential gold production by mid-2027, following a Final Investment Decision approved in March 2026.

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