The Western Australian Government has outlined a further $6 million in round 4 of the Exploration Drilling Program.

 

State Mines and Petroleum Minister Norman Moore said the final round of 2011 funding has been awarded to 52 applicaants.

 

“Gold was the most predominant resource featured, with 27 projects listing it as the main target or as one of other commodities sought,” Mr Moore said.


“Gold was followed by copper in 11 projects, nickel in six and uranium in five. Other commodities being explored include platinum group elements, zinc, lead, diamonds and manganese.”


The program is the flagship of the State Government’s $80million Exploration Incentive Scheme, funded by Royalties for Regions, to promote exploration in greenfields and under-explored areas of WA.

 

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