Broken Hill Mines (ASX:BHM) has commenced early works and operational readiness activities at its Pinnacles silver-lead-zinc mine, paving the way for the near-term resumption of mining operations and ore delivery to the company's nearby Rasp processing plant.
The restart is on track for the June quarter, supported by surface works to upgrade pit access, relocate offices, and remove legacy infrastructure, alongside the execution of mining services and ore haulage contracts.
In parallel, BHM has launched its Phase 2 drilling program, targeting 25,000 m to expand and upgrade the mineral resource, while confirming metallurgical test work to optimise ore processing.
Phase 1 drilling results from late 2025, including high-grade shallow intercepts up to 7.9 m @ 56.4% ZnEq and 1,562 g/t AgEq, continue to support near-term open pit operations.
A second diamond rig has been mobilised to accelerate resource expansion and infill drilling, complemented by targeted operational and technical hires to strengthen site capabilities.
These initiatives are aligned with BHM's strategy to deliver high-grade ore efficiently to the Rasp Plant and advance Pinnacles toward full production.
At the time of reporting, Broken Hill Mines’ share price was $1.22.