Ausgold appoints new CEO for Katanning Project

Ausgold (ASX:AUC) has strengthened its executive ranks as it nears a final investment decision for its flagship Katanning Gold Project in Western Australia.

Ben Stockdale has been elevated to CEO with immediate effect. Stockdale, who joined the company as CFO in August 2024, brings over 25 years of expertise in resource exploration and project financing.

He succeeds John Doward, who will maintain his position as executive chairman to ensure leadership continuity before transitioning to a non-executive role by late 2026.

Further bolstering the team's technical depth, Reece Olney has been appointed as General Manager Operations for the KGP.

A veteran with more than 30 years of industry experience, Olney recently served as general manager for the Weld Range Project and has held various leadership roles at Mt Gibson Iron.

His primary focus will involve overseeing the KGP development team through the critical construction phase and ensuring operational readiness for the start of mining.

Executive Chairman John Doward noted that these appointments are essential for Ausgold’s transition from a project developer to an active gold producer.

At the time of reporting, Ausgold’s share price was $0.90.