Hillgrove antimony-gold project enters execution phase in New South Wales
The Hillgrove antimony-gold project has entered active underground development under Larvotto Resources in New South Wales.
Larvotto welcomed PYBAR Mining Services on-site to begin decline and lateral development works.
The project sits 23 kilometers east of Armidale with access to highways, rail, and regional airports.
Meanwhile, crews have started initial works at the Metz zone before shifting toward the Garibaldi zone.
PYBAR delivers a full-service underground solution using its Safety and Health Management System.
The scope includes rehabilitation, ground support installation, and underground haulage activities.
Underground development supports Hillgrove antimony-gold project restart
The development program targets roughly 20 kilometers of underground workings across four years.
Larvotto has already prepared ore underground and now awaits stoping activities.
As a result, the company positions the Hillgrove antimony-gold project for a production restart.
Larvotto Managing Director Ron Heeks highlighted strong progress across financial and technical milestones.
He confirmed over 70 Larvotto staff and 80 contractors now operate on-site.
However, the company now shifts full focus toward exploration and site development.
Production timeline and contractor partnership
Larvotto plans to begin antimony and gold production at Hillgrove during 2026.
The company appointed PYBAR Mining Services as underground contractor last month.
This partnership strengthens execution certainty for one of Australia’s strategic antimony assets.
SuperMetalPrice Commentary:
The Hillgrove antimony-gold project restart arrives amid rising global interest in antimony supply security.
Australia continues to attract attention as Western markets seek diversified critical mineral sources.
Therefore, Larvotto’s progress positions Hillgrove as a timely contributor to future battery and alloy markets.
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