Building on a century of gold history: Barton Gold’s vision for South Australia 

Building on history 

Barton Gold has spent recent years assembling a significant portfolio across South Australia’s Gawler Craton, growing its resource base to 2.25 million ounces of gold through a disciplined and cost-efficient approach. 

Rather than focusing on individual deposits, the company is developing a broader production platform built around two project hubs. The existing Central Gawler Mill will support the planned restart of the Challenger Gold Project, while the Tunkillia Gold Project is expected to become the second hub as development progresses. 

It is a strategy designed to make the most of existing infrastructure while supporting long-term growth across the region. 

A busy year with an eye on the future 

Barton entered 2026 following a year of significant milestones. 

The company recently demonstrated the potential of its Tunkillia Gold Project through updated economic studies, showing it could become one of Australia’s lowest-cost gold producers. It also announced the discovery of the Tolmer Silver Prospect, where a drill intersection ranked as the highest-grade publicly reported silver result globally during 2025. 

Following this progress, Barton was added to the ASX All Ordinaries Index in September 2025. 

The focus now turns to commercialising its gold assets. Feasibility studies are underway for the Challenger Gold Project and the development of a second hub at Tunkillia, while work continues to advance the emerging silver portfolio. 

Creating opportunities beyond mining 

As Barton grows, the company sees project development as an opportunity to create lasting benefits for the communities where it operates. 

It is working with local businesses and regional communities to maximise opportunities as projects move forward. Barton also supported the Yalari Foundation as the principal corporate sponsor of its 2026 Annual Adelaide Gala Dinner, helping expand educational opportunities for Indigenous students from across Australia. 

As a member of the Gold Industry Group, Barton looks forward to contributing its experience in project development, financial strategy and industry collaboration, while learning from others across Australia’s gold sector. 

For the Barton team, one of the most rewarding aspects of the industry is seeing the long-term value created through gold. Beyond the metal itself, every successful project brings together geology, engineering, finance, environmental management and strong community partnerships. 

The Gold Industry Group warmly welcomes Barton Gold and looks forward to following the company’s next chapter as it continues to grow its presence in South Australia’s gold industry. 

To learn more about Barton Gold, bartongold.com.au