Larvotto Resources Limited’s Breakthrough IP Survey Validates Cost-Efficient Drill Targets at Hillgrove Antimony–Gold Project

Monday, May 26, 2025
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Larvotto Resources Limited’s new IP/resistivity survey confirms strong antimony-gold mineralisation at Clarks Gully, guiding targeted drilling. The cost-effective method enhances exploration potential across its Hillgrove Project, promising attractive future growth for the company.

Larvotto Resources Limited has announced positive results from its recent Gradient Array Induced Polarisation (IP) and Resistivity survey conducted at the Clarks Gully prospect within its 100% owned Hillgrove Antimony‑Gold Project in New South Wales. The survey, completed over three days in April 2025 by Fender Geophysics, confirmed a strong correlation between known antimony‑gold mineralisation and geophysical response anomalies, providing important validation for the company’s geological model. Key indicators such as high resistivity and chargeability responses were observed, especially north of and beneath the historical pit, which are now being targeted for follow‑up drilling activities. The survey deployed a methodical setup with 10‑metre potential electrode spacing along seven lines, covering an area of 66,000 square metres and recording a total of 137 electrodes. Technical parameters included a nominal current of 2.9 amps, a base frequency of 0.125 Hz, and a 20‑window semi‑logarithmic setting to capture the IP decays, with an off‑time of 1000 milliseconds. These parameters ensured precise mapping, capturing both resistivity highs associated with silica and chargeability highs linked to sulphide minerals. The results not only reaffirm the continuity of the NW‑SE trending mineralisation system and its associated N‑S splays but also demonstrate the effectiveness of using IP and resistivity as a low‑cost exploration tool. In addition to guiding the next round of drilling at Clarks Gully, Larvotto Resources Limited is planning further geophysical surveys, including dipole‑dipole IP surveys to develop a three‑dimensional interpretation of the deposit. This forthcoming work aims to fully define the depth extent of the mineralised system and will assist in selecting potential mine infrastructure sites, thereby reducing exploration risk as the project progresses towards production. The news has stirred a mix of sentiment among market observers. On the bullish side, the successful validation of the geological model through robust technical data and the cost‑effective nature of the exploration method could boost investor confidence and drive interest in further development of the Hillgrove project. Conversely, on the bearish side, as with most early‑stage exploration projects, uncertainties remain regarding the scale of resource development and the eventual economics of mining. As such, while the technical advances provide a promising outlook, cautious investors may remain mindful of the inherent risks associated with continued exploration. This development marks a significant step forward for Larvotto Resources Limited as it leverages advanced geophysical techniques to advance its portfolio of in‑demand mineral projects across Australia and New Zealand.

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