Matt ‘Dusty’ Cook, owner of Finders Keepers, reports a surge in gold prospecting enthusiasm due to skyrocketing gold prices, with some customers even reconsidering their jobs. This trend has led to increased business, prompting him to open a new shop in O’Connor. The demographic of gold hunters is diversifying, with more women joining the hobby, and social media is enhancing visibility. The rising gold prices have also boosted sales for metal detection companies and local gold retailers, contributing to a vibrant prospecting culture.
