Scotgold Resources Limited announced that in line with the update provided on 27 March, the Company reported that it commenced long hole stope mining 4 April 2023 with the first blast in the eastern section of the 430 West drive, with first ore being delivered to the processing plant ROM pad for processing to produce gold concentrate for sale. The first stope was completely drilled (70 holes, 950 meters of drilling) over the last 10 days within the expected timeframe. This is a reflection of the team's dedication to transition the mine into long hole stope mining.

The Company is currently conducting long hole stoping along a 115m strike in the eastern section of the 430 West drive.