Barton Gold Holdings (ASX:BGD) kickstarted a reverse circulation growth drilling program at its South Australian Tunkillia gold project, according to a Tuesday filing with the Australian bourse.

The program comprises 5,000 meters and will target key extensions to the project's block model and pit design first disclosed in July.

Company shares rose 4% in recent trade.

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