Barton Gold Reports Positive Drill Results at Tunkillia Project

Barton Gold Holdings Limited has announced the final results from its Phase 1 upgrade drilling at the Tunkillia Gold Project in South Australia. The latest assays showed promising high-grade intersections at the S1 and S2 pits, suggesting potential for higher-grade vertical structures within the shallow system. Key intersections included 17m at 2.70 g/t Au and 24m at 4.49 g/t Au from various depths.

The Tunkillia pits are projected to generate an operating profit of $1.3 billion within the first 2.5 years, with the development costs being repaid threefold. The drilling results will aid in optimizing the geological model, potentially shifting focus towards vertically-controlled mineralization.

Development drilling programs, including those for JORC Mineral Resource upgrades and a Mining Lease application, are anticipated to commence in late January 2026. The company remains optimistic about the project's future, aiming for significant resource enhancements by year-end.