Record Operational Cash Build
Westgold generated a record operational cash build of $107 million before investing $74 million in growth and exploration. The company ended the quarter with a cash bullion and liquids position of $232 million, $80 million higher than the prior quarter.
Safety Improvements
The total injury frequency rate decreased by 8% to 6.27 injuries per million hours worked.
Divestment of High-Cost Mill
Westgold divested the high-cost Lakewood Mill for a total consideration of $85 million, comprising $70 million in cash and $15 million in script.
Consistent Gold Production and Revenue
Westgold produced 80,107 ounces of gold at an all-in sustaining cost of $29 per ounce, generating $363 million in revenue at a realized price of $4,630 per ounce.
Positive Financial Position
Westgold closed the quarter with $482 million of available liquidity, including $232 million in cash bullion and liquid investments and $250 million of undrawn capacity in the corporate facility.
Notable Exploration Achievements
The Fletcher zone within Beta Hunt is progressing well, and the company is on track to produce a maiden resource for Fletcher during the quarter.
Cost Reduction Initiatives
Southern Goldfields saw a reduction in all-in sustaining costs, and the company continues to target further cost reductions across operations.