Zenith Minerals (ASX:ZNC) received regulatory approval for its program of works at the Consolidated Dulcie gold project in Western Australia, according to a Tuesday filing with the Australian bourse.

The approval allows the start of a second phase reverse circulation drilling at the project, with mobilization expected in September, the filing said.

The first phase program has been completed, with assays expected in five weeks, according to the filing.

Shares fell 3% in afternoon trade on Tuesday.