Madman Project Advances Towards Maiden Drilling
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ASX Release Buxton Resources Ltd (ASX: BUX, BUXO) 2 February 2026
Madman Project Advances Towards Maiden Drilling
Buxton Resources Ltd (ASX: BUX & BUXO) is pleased to provide an update on the
progress toward the maiden drilling program at the 100% owned Madman Project.
Following constructive engagement with Native Title groups and the resolution of
licensing requirements, Buxton is on track to commence site works in late Q1 2026.
Key Highlights
• Licensing Progress: Miscellaneous license L69/67 has passed the notification
period without objection; the WA Titles Office can now proceed to process
the grant of this tenement.
• Contractors Secured: Earthworks contractors have been engaged for site
preparation.
• Field Commencement: Track and pad clearing may commence as soon as late
March 2026.
• Drill Target: Inversion modelling identifies a "Havieron-style" magnetic
anomaly located approximately 220 metres below surface.
Operations & Logistics
Buxton has previously secured heritage clearances for up to 30 drill pads, including
associated infrastructure such as camp sites and laydown areas.
Following the recommendation of the heritage-clearance report, the Company
applied for a new miscellaneous license (L69/67). This application has successfully
cleared the Section 24MD(6B) Notification Period without objection. Field activities
can commence pending the grant of this license, and the subsequent provision of
the Programme of Work for track construction.
The Company has now:
• Engaged an earthworks contractor for site mobilisation.
• Requested Heritage Monitors from the Native Title group to oversee the
clearing of ~59km of access tracks and the initial drill & camp pads.
• Scheduled the start of earthworks for March 2026, with drilling to follow based
on rig availability.
This Announcement is supported by a video overview from Managing Director Marty Moloney
available on Buxton’s InvestorHub
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Geological Significance
The Madman Project focuses on a ~200nT magnetic feature covering ~1 km², which
bears a striking resemblance to the Havieron gold-copper deposit. The project is
situated near the Marloo Fault, a major transcrustal structure on the western margin
of the Paterson Orogen.
Regional prospectivity is supported by:
• Proximity to Known Mineralization: Gold-barium mineralisation has been
identified nearby at Quadrio Lake and Phenoclast Hill.
• Anomalous Drill Results: The GSWA Trainor 1 hole intersected quartz-pyrite
veinlets with highly anomalous gold and pathfinder elements (Tellurium,
Bismuth, and Copper).
• Alteration: Hyperspectral analysis of regional core indicates extensive
bleaching and k-feldspar alteration, suggesting a large-scale hydrothermal
event.
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This announcement is authorised by the Board of Buxton Resources Ltd. For further
information, please contact:
Martin Moloney Sam Wright
Managing Director Company Secretary
marty@buxtonresources.com.au sam@buxtonresources.com.au
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About the Madman Project
The Madman Project is focussed on a Havieron “look-a-like” ~200nT magnetic feature ~1
km2
in extent (Figure 1).
Figure 1: GSWA statewide magnetic imagery comparing the Madman geophysical anomaly to the
Havieron magnetic feature. Madman lies under shallow cover and close to the Marloo Fault – a major
crustal boundary. The line of the cross section (Figure 2) is indicated.
Madman is located 375 km northeast of Wiluna and is accessible via the Gunbarrel and Eagle
Highways, then along a historic seismic line track in good condition. Buxton will be improving
the last ~6 km of this seismic line, then establishing 56 km of new access tracks.
Thorough review of historical records indicates there has been no previous on-ground
exploration at Madman, including over the discrete geophysical anomaly which is the focus
of initial exploration. Updated forward and inversion modelling indicates this target is likely
around 220 metres below surface (Figure 2).
The Project straddles the Marloo Fault, which is part of a major transcrustal structure that
defines the western margin of the Paterson Orogeni
(Figure 3). Prospectivity for gold is
supported by records arising from a GSWA mapping program that resulted in the discovery
of vein-hosted gold-barium mineralisation at the Quadrio Lake and Phenoclast Hill
prospectsii
. The nearby stratigraphic drillhole GSWA Trainor 1 intersected a zone of quartz-
pyrite veinlets from 397.1 – 417.55 metres downhole with distinctly anomalous gold up to
33 ppb associated with tellurium up to 823 ppb (>800 times average crustal abundance),
along with a suite of other anomalous pathfinder elements including arsenic (137 ppm),
antimony (2.73 ppm), molybdenum (36 ppm), copper (402 ppm) and bismuth (772 ppb) iii & iv
.
Hyperspectral analysis of this drill core reveals extensive zones of bleaching and k-feldspar
(assumed to represent alteration) enveloping the anomalous geochemistry, suggesting
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mineralisation is associated with a more extensive hydrothermal eventv
. The GSWA interpret
the timing of the gold-related mineralisation and alteration event in the Madman region as
being coeval with other deposits in the Paterson Orogen Au/Cu deposits (~650 Ma)vi
including Telfer, Winu, Havieron and others which collectively represent over 34.6 million
ounces of gold and 3.3 Mt coppervii
. Over 50% of this gold endowment, and virtually all the
copper, has been defined within the last decade underscoring the low exploration maturity
of this highly prospective region.
Buxton has completed heritage surveys, and the initial drilling aims to test the Madman
geophysical anomaly with deep RC holes as indicated below.
Figure 2: Inversion modelling of the Madman magnetic coverage indicates the target is around 220m
below surface. The image (cross section looking NW) show the proposed drill program, consisting of
2 deep RC holes.
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Figure 3: Regional setting of the Madman Project showing the key supporting geological elements
including the Marloo Fault and extensions and the nearby gold-bearing mineral occurrences at
Quadrio Lake and in the GSWA Trainor 1 stratigraphic drillhole. The extent of the Paterson Orogen
and related major mineral deposits is also shown. Buxton’s new application E 69/4283 will expand
Buxton’s 100% owned tenure position to ~530 km2
on grant.
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Competent Persons
The information in this report that relates to Exploration Results is based on information compiled by
Mr Martin Moloney. Mr. Moloney, (B. App Sc. Hons) is a Member of the Australian Institute of
Geoscientists and Society of Economic Geologists. Mr Moloney is a full-time employee of Buxton
Resources Ltd. Mr Moloney has sufficient experience which is relevant to the activity being undertaken
to qualify as a “Competent Person” as defined in the 2012 edition of the Joint Ore Reserves
Committee (JORC) Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and
Ore Reserves. Mr Moloney consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on the
information in the form and context in which it appears.
Previously Reported Information - Madman
There is information in this announcement relating to exploration results previously announced on:
1. 18 Mar 2025 – BUX Corporate Presentation
2. 01 May 2025 – Madman Project – EIS Drilling Grant Awarded
3. 01 Jul 2025 – Heritage Clearance Survey Completed at Madman Project
4. 16 Sep 2025 – Buxton Exploration Update
Validity of Referenced Results
Buxton confirms that it is not aware of any new information or data that materially affects the
information from previous ASX Announcements which has been referenced in this Announcement.
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Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information
This Announcement contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information within the
meaning of applicable Australian securities laws, which are based on expectations, estimates and
projections as of the date of publication. This forward-looking information includes, or may be based
upon, without limitation, estimates, forecasts and statements as to management’s expectations with
respect to, among other things, the timing required to execute the Company’s programs, and the
length of time required to obtain permits, certifications and approvals.
Wherever possible, words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “expect”, “intend”, "should", "intend",
“may” and similar expressions have been used to identify such forward-looking information. Forward-
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information is given, and on information available to management at such time. Forward-looking
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actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results discussed or implied
in the forward-looking information. These factors, including, but not limited to, fluctuations in currency
markets, fluctuations in commodity prices, the ability of the Company to access sufficient capital on
favourable terms or at all, changes in national and local government legislation, taxation, controls,
regulations, political or economic developments in Australia or other countries in which the Company
does business or may carry on business in the future, operational or technical difficulties in connection
with exploration or development activities, employee relations, the speculative nature of mineral
exploration and development, obtaining necessary licenses and permits, contests over title to
properties, especially title to undeveloped properties, the inherent risks involved in the exploration
and development of mineral properties, the uncertainties involved in interpreting drill results and
other geological data, environmental hazards, industrial accidents, limitations of insurance coverage
and the possibility of project cost overruns or unanticipated costs and expenses, and should be
considered carefully. The information and data used in this Announcement was provided by various
sources, including third parties. It is presented "as is" and may not be completely accurate or reliable.
Investors are advised to independently verify the data and seek expert advice before making decisions
based on it.
Many of these uncertainties and contingencies can affect the Company’s actual results and could
cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking
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reliance on any forward-looking information. Although the forward-looking information contained on
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reasonable assumptions, the Company cannot assure prospective purchasers that actual results will
be consistent with such forward-looking information, as there may be other factors that cause results
not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended, and neither the Company nor any other person
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The Company does not undertake, and assumes no obligation, to update or revise any such forward-
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i
Martin, DMcB, Murdie, R, Kelsey, DE, Quentin de Gromard, R, Thomas, CM, Cutten, HN, Zhan, Y,
Lu, Y, Haines, PW and Brett, J, 2022, Compilation and geological implications of the major crustal
boundaries map and 3D model of Western Australia: GSWA, Record 2022/7, 49p.
ii
Hocking, RM, Pirajno, F, Iizumi, S, Morris, PA, 2001, Barium - gold mineralization at Quadrio Lake,
Oldham Inlier, Little Sandy Desert, Western Australia, Article, GSWA Annual Review 1999-2000. 8p.
iii
Stevens, MK, and Adamides, NG, 1998, GSWA Trainor 1 well completion report, Savory Sub-basin,
Western Australia, with notes on petroleum and mineral potential: Western Australia Geological
Survey, Record 1996/12, 69p.
iv
Fortescue Metals Group, 2022, Boondawari 1 & GSWA Trainor 1; Whole Rock Geochemistry Data,
WAPIMS Record G004248 A1 (csv file).
v
GSWA, 2022, Mineralogy Summary for drillhole GSWA Trainor 1, WAPIMS Hylogger Record
vi
Hocking RM & Pirajno F, 2000, Quadrio Lake: we’ve found the barite, where are the sulfides?
GSWA Extended Abstracts. 3p.
vii
S&P Global, 2025, Historical Production & Resources/Reserves data from Capital IQ Market
Intelligence Platform.
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