Estrella Resources Limited (ASX:ESR) is pleased to provide an update on the extraction of bulk high grade nickel sulphide ore which will be sent to Glencore’s Murrin Murrin HPAL process facility.
Mining and crushing of the ore have been completed, with 2,500 tonnes of high grade ore to be trucked this month.
Additionally, 1,000 tonnes of low grade ore will be retained for metallurgical test work.
Estrella Resources says a positive outcome from the Murrin Murrin HPAL route could provide a strong basis to develop the 5A nickel mine and other nickel resources.
Following the announcement, shares of Estrella Resources (ASX:ESR) were unchanged at $0.014.