Dreadnought Resources (ASX:DRE) kickstarted a reverse circulation drilling program at the Mangaroon gold project in Western Australia, according to a Thursday filing with the Australian bourse.
The program began at the Star of Mangaroon prospect, with 14 holes being drilled targeting near-surface high-grade ounces from previous intercepts.
Up to 46 holes for 3,000 meters are planned for the current program, which will take three weeks. Assays are expected in May or June.
The mineral explorer's shares were up 8% in recent trade.