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CASTILE RESOURCES LTD Regulatory Filings 2021

Aug 5, 2021

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ASX Announcement

6 August 2021

BROAD HIGH GRADE COPPER ZONE IN ASSAYS FROM ROVER 1

Castile Resources Limited ( ASX:CST ) ( “Castile” or “the Company” ) is pleased to advise that assays from the latest hole at Rover 1 have continued the excellent results from the IOCG (iron-oxide- copper gold system).

21CRD002-1 has reinforced the success of 21CRD002, intersecting two zones of material gold grades, and six individual zones of high-grade copper. These results support the evolving geological and mineralisation model at Rover 1 put forward by Castile’s geological team and add to the building metal inventory defined at Rover 1. Significant intersections included:

11m @ 2.2% Cu with 0.9g/t Au and 2.2g/t Ag from 571m downhole Incl. 1.8m @ 5.4% Cu with 2.1g/t Au, 0.1% Bi and 4g/t Ag from 573.97m downhole

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Mark Hepburn, Castile’s Managing Director said “It goes without saying that we’re extremely pleased with what is now a solid trend of Castile drilling returning results that not only confirm our revised interpretation of the form and extent of the mineralised pods at Rover 1, but continue to expand the footprint of the resource. What I’m particularly pleased with in regard to 21CRD002-1 is the 3 for 1 nature of the results from this hole. 21CRD0021 has further outlined an additional mineralised zone higher-up the system which should have a positive impact on project economics, it has also provided further support for previously unrecognised continuity between what were thought to be separate pods of high-grade mineralisation, and thirdly it has expanded the footprint of known zones of mineralisation at the base of the resource, increasing the scale of the prize. As the Rover 1 development studies approach critical mass in what remains a logistically challenging, COVID-impacted period for the greater Australian resources industry, it’s pleasing to see Castile’s technical team taking full advantage and delivering value with every hole”.

Mark Hepburn

Managing Director

Castile Resources Limited

For further information please contact: [email protected] Phone: +61 89488 4480 Castile Resources Limited 7/189 St Georges Terrace Perth, WA, 6000 This announcement was approved for release by the Castile Resources Board of Directors

Competent Person Statement

The exploration results contained in this report are based on, and fairly and accurately represent the information and supporting documentation prepared by Mark Savage. Mr Savage is a full-time employee of Castile, and a Member of The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. Mr Savage has sufficient experience which is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration, and to the activity being undertaken to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Exploration Targets, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves. Mr Savage consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on the exploration results in the form and context in which they appear.

The Mineral Resources contained in this announcement were first disclosed in the prospectus dated 3 December 2019 and released on the ASX market announcements platform on 12 February 2020 (“Prospectus”). Castile is not aware of any new information or data that materially affects the Mineral Resources included in these announcements. All material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning the estimates in the Prospectus continue to apply and have not materially changed.

Forward Looking Statements

Certain statements in this report relate to the future, including forward looking statements relating to Castile’s financial position and strategy. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions, and other important factors that could cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of Castile to be materially different from future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such statements

Actual events or results may differ materially from the events or results expressed or implied in any forward-looking statement and deviations are both normal and to be expected. Other than required by law, neither Castile, their officers nor any other person gives any representation, assurance or guarantee that the occurrence of the events expressed or implied in any forward-looking statements will occur. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on those statements

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Table 1: Significant Intersections from Hole 21CRD002-1

GOLD

GOLD
Rover_1 21CRD002-1 545.32 359430 7787655 295
637
-70 358
22.2m @ 1.5g/t Au with 0.5% Cu, 0.1% Bi and 3.4g/t Ag from 545.32m downhole
Rover_1 21CRD002-1 556 359430 7787655 295
637
-70 358
incl 2m @ 8.6g/t Au with 0.2% Cu, 0.7% Bi and 4g/t Ag from 556m downhole
Rover_1 21CRD002-1 571.8 359430 7787655 295
637
-70 358
19.1m @ 0.7g/t Au with 1.3% Cu, 0% Bi and 1.8g/t Ag from 571.8m downhole
Rover_1 21CRD002-1 573.97 359430 7787655 295
637
-70 358
incl 2.3m @ 1.7g/t Au with 4.7% Cu, 0.1% Bi and 3.3g/t Ag from 573.97m downhole

COPPER

COPPER
Rover_1 21CRD002-1 426 359430 7787655 295 637 -
70
358 4.1m @ 0.9% Cu with 0.1% Co and 0.9g/t Ag from 426m downhole
Rover_1 21CRD002-1 470 359430 7787655 295 637 -
70
358 12m @ 0.9% Cu with 0.9g/t Ag from 470m downhole
Rover_1 21CRD002-1 510.2 359430 7787655 295 637 -
70
358 3.4m @ 2.3% Cu with 0.3g/t Au, 0.2% Co and 0.8g/t Ag from 510.2m
downhole
Rover_1 21CRD002-1 548.32 359430 7787655 295 637 -
70
358 4.7m @ 0.7% Cu with 0.8g/t Au, 0.1% Co and 4.5g/t Ag from 548.32m
downhole
Rover_1 21CRD002-1 560 359430 7787655 295 637 -
70
358 8m @ 0.9% Cu with 1.1g/t Au, 0.1% Bi and 3.1g/t Ag from 560m downhole
Rover_1 21CRD002-1 571 359430 7787655 295 637 -
70
358 11m @ 2.2% Cu with 0.9g/t Au and 2.2g/t Ag from 571m downhole
Rover_1 21CRD002-1 573.97 359430 7787655 295 637 -
70
358 incl 1.8m @ 5.4% Cu with 2.1g/t Au, 0.1% Bi and 4g/t Ag from 573.97m
downhole

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Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data

(Criteria in this section apply to all succeeding sections.)

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Sampling Nature and quality of sampling (e.g. cut channels, • All data used in the following sections at Rover 1 has
techniques random chips, or specific specialised industry been gathered from diamond core. Multiple sizes
standard measurement tools appropriate to the have been used historically; HQ, NQ and BQ.
minerals under investigation, such as down hole
gamma sondes, or handheld XRF instruments, etc.). • Samples are selected to lie on geological
These examples should not be taken as limiting the boundaries, with intervals selected of lengths
broad meaning of sampling. between 0.1 to 1.1m. Samples are halved using an
Include reference to measures taken to ensure automatic core saw then individual samples
sample representivity and the appropriate collected in prenumbered calico sample bags.
calibration of any measurement tools or systems
used. • To ensure representivity of analysis, field blanks and
Aspects of the determination of mineralisation that certified reference material is inserted in a nominal
are Material to the Public Report. ratio of 1:20 samples.
In cases where ‘industry standard’ work has been
done this would be relatively simple (e.g. ‘reverse • Sample recovery is recorded on retrieval of the core
circulation drilling was used to obtain 1 m samples tube, measuring recovered core against drill string
from which 3 kg was pulverised to produce a 30 g advance. No apparent relationship has been
Drilling charge for fire assay’). In other cases, more observed between sample recovery and grade. No
techniques explanation may be required, such as where there is has sample bias due to preferential loss or gain of
coarse gold that has inherent sampling problems. fine or coarse material been noted.
Unusual commodities or mineralisation types (e.g.
submarine nodules) may warrant disclosure of
detailed information.
Drill sample
Drill type (e.g. core, reverse circulation, open-hole
recovery hammer, rotary air blast, auger, Bangka, sonic, etc.)
and details (e.g. core diameter, triple or standard
tube, depth of diamond tails, face-sampling bit or
other type, whether core is oriented and if so, by
what method, etc.).
Method of recording and assessing core and chip
sample recoveries and results assessed.
Measures taken to maximise sample recovery and
ensure representative nature of the samples.
Whether a relationship exists between sample
recovery and grade and whether sample bias may
have occurred due to preferential loss/gain of
fine/coarse material.
Logging Whether core and chip samples have been • All geological data has been visually logged and
geologically and geotechnically logged to a level of validated by the relevant area geologists, recording
detail to support appropriate Mineral Resource lithology, alteration, mineralisation, structure,
estimation, mining studies and metallurgical studies.
veining, magnetic susceptibility and geotechnical
Whether logging is qualitative or quantitative in data.
nature. Core (or costean, channel, etc.) • Logging is quantitative in nature.
photography. • All holes are logged completely.
The total length andpercentage of the relevant

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
intersections logged.
Sub- If core, whether cut or sawn and whether quarter, • Diamond Drilling - Half-core niche samples, sub-set
sampling half or all core taken. via geological features as appropriate.
techniques If non-core, whether riffled, tube sampled, rotary • Core undergoes total preparation.
and sample
split, etc. and whether sampled wet or dry.
• For the 2021 field season, sample preparation
preparation For all sample types, the nature, quality and process consists of;
appropriateness of the sample preparation o Half ore samples of between 0.5 to
technique. 3kg are whole crushed using a Boyd
Quality control procedures adopted for all sub- Crusher to achieve a maximum
sampling stages to maximise representivity of sample size of 2mm.
samples. o A cone splitter is used to split 1kg of
Measures taken to ensure that the sampling is material which is pulverised in a
representative of the in-situ material collected, Keegor mill to a nominal 100µm
including for instance results for field particle size., then roll mixed to
duplicate/second-half sampling. homogenise the sample.
Whether sample sizes are appropriate to the grain o The mill inserts a barren coarse flush
size of the material being sampled. after every sample.
o From the analysis sample, 40g is taken
for fire assay, while a 0.2g potion is
taken for acid digestion. These
samples are extracted from the
packet with a spatula and weighed
out.
• QA/QC is ensured during sampling via the use of
sample ledgers, blanks, standards and repeats.
• QA/QC is ensured during the assays process via the
use of blanks, standards and repeats at a NATA / ISO
accredited laboratory.
• Repeatability is performed by selecting 1:20 coarse
reject material as field duplicates and re-assayed.
• The sample sizes are considered appropriate to the
grainsize of the material being sampled.
• The un-sampled half of diamond core is retained for
check samplingif required.
Quality of The nature, quality and appropriateness of the • Analysis of drill core for Au, Ag, Bi, Co, Cu, Pb and Zn
assay data assaying and laboratory procedures used and is as follows;
and whether the technique is considered partial or total. o Gold (Au-AAS scheme – lower
laboratory For geophysical tools, spectrometers, handheld XRF detection limit = 0.01ppm, upper
tests instruments, etc., the parameters used in detection limit = 100ppm). A 30-40g
determining the analysis including instrument make charge of prepared sample is fused
and model, reading times, calibrations factors with a mixture of lead oxide, sodium
applied and their derivation, etc. carbonate, borax, silica and other
Nature of quality control procedures adopted (e.g. reagents and then cupelled to yield a
standards, blanks, duplicates, external laboratory precious metal bead.
checks) and whether acceptable levels of accuracy o The bead is then dissolved in acid and
(i.e. lack of bias) and precision have been analysed by atomic absorption
established. spectroscopy against matrix-matched
standards.
o Samples returningassayvalues in

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
excess of 100g/t Au were repeated
using the screen-fire method.
o
Silver, bismuth, cobalt, copper, lead
and zinc samples are digested using a
4-acid digest.
o
The subsequent solution is analysed
by inductively coupled plasma -
atomic emission spectroscopy or by
atomic absorption spectrometry.
• No significant QA/QC issues have arisen in recent
drilling results.
• These assay methodologies are appropriate for the
style of mineral deposit under consideration.
Verification
The verification of significant intersections by either
• Anomalous intervals as well as random intervals are
of sampling
independent or alternative company personnel.
routinely checked assayed as part of the internal
and The use of twinned holes. QA/QC process.
assaying Documentation of primary data, data entry • Several twinned holes have been drilled with no
procedures, data verification, data storage (physical significant issues highlighted.
and electronic) protocols. • Primary data is collected on a ruggedised computer,
Discuss any adjustment to assay data. on predefined and self-validating worksheets. This
data is imported into a relational database
(DataShed) and is backed up regularly.
• All data used in the calculation of resources is
compiled in databases which are overseen and
validated by senior geologists.
• Noprimaryassays data is modified in anyway.
Location of Accuracy and quality of surveys used to locate drill • All data is spatially oriented by survey controls via
data points holes (collar and down-hole surveys), trenches, mine
direct pickups by the survey department. Drillholes
workings and other locations used in Mineral are all surveyed downhole. Modern holes are
Resource estimation. surveyed by Gyro tools.
Specification of the grid system used. • All drilling and resource estimation is undertaken in
Quality and adequacy of topographic control. MGA grid.
• Topographic control is generated from a
combination of aerial photogrammetry and ground-
based surveys. This methodology is considered
adequate for the resource inquestion.
Data Data spacing for reporting of Exploration Results. • Drilling has been undertaken on a nominal 40x40m
spacing Whether the data spacing and distribution is spacing, infilled to a nominal 20x20m spacing where
and sufficient to establish the degree of geological and significant mineralisation has been identified.
distribution
grade continuity appropriate for the Mineral
• No compositing of primary samples is undertaken
Resource and Ore Reserve estimation procedure(s) prior to analysis.
and classifications applied.
Whether sample compositing has been applied.
Orientation
Whether the orientation of sampling achieves
• Drilling intersections are nominally designed to be
of data in unbiased sampling of possible structures and the normal to the orebody under consideration as far
relation to extent to which this is known, considering the topography and economics allows.
geological deposit type. • It is not considered that drilling orientation has
structure If the relationship between the drilling orientation introduced an appreciable sampling bias.

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and the orientation of key mineralised structures is
considered to have introduced a sampling bias, this
should be assessed and reported if material.
Sample The measures taken to ensure sample security. • Individual samples in calico samples are collected in
security groups of 5 and placed into poly weave bags and
secured with a zip-tie. All poly weave bags of a
submission are then placed within a bulka bag,
which is then sealed before delivery to a third-party
transport service who provides a tracking number.
The transport contractor then relays the samples to
the independent laboratorycontractor.
Audits or The results of any audits or reviews of sampling • Site generated data is routinely reviewed by the
reviews techniques and data. Castile corporate technical team.

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Section 2 Reporting of Exploration Results

(Criteria listed in the preceding section also apply to this section.)

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Mineral Type, reference name/number, location and • The Tennant Creek Project comprises 5 granted
tenement and
ownership including agreements or material issues
exploration leases.
land tenure with third parties such as joint ventures, • Native title interests are recorded against the
status partnerships, overriding royalties, native title Tennant Creek tenements.
interests, historical sites, wilderness or national • The Tennant Creek tenements are held by Castile
park and environmental settings. Resources exclusively.
The security of the tenure held at the time of • Third party royalties exist across various
reporting along with any known impediments to tenements at Tennant Creek, over and above the
obtaining a licence to operate in the area. Northern Territory government royalty.
• Castile operates in accordance with all
environmental conditions set down as conditions
for grant of the leases.
• There are no known issues regarding security of
tenure.
• There are no known impediments to continued
operation.
Exploration Acknowledgment and appraisal of exploration by • The Tennant Creek area has an exploration and
done by other other parties. production history in excess of 100 years.
parties • The Rover area in particular has an intensive
exploration history stretching from the 1970’s.
Geology Deposit type, geological setting and style of • The Rover Project is presently considered to be
mineralisation. associated with a southern repeat of the 1860-
1850Ma Warramunga Province, in particular, the
Paleoproterozoic Ooradidgee Formation, after
recent geochronology work undertaken by NTGS .
This is a weakly metamorphosed succession of
partly tuffaceous sandstones and siltstones and
turbidite shales. Locally the turbidite
metasediments are variably altered by hematite
and silica flooding.
• Mineralisation is mainly of the Iron Ore Copper-
Gold (IOCG) type, particularly the Tennant Creek
sub-type. Massive ironstone comprised of
magnetite or hematite +/-quartz is interpreted to
be alteration of metasediments within a structural
trap.
• Copper manifests as of chalcopyrite, associated
with breccia fill within magnetite-quartz ironstones
and Jasper/BIF that often form an alteration
transition to a chlorite alteration envelope.
Pervasive sub-economic copper levels can persist
throughout the zone. Economic levels of copper
are dominantly contained in the lower massive
magnetite zone of the ironstone bodies,
particularlywhere intense chlorite alteration

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
replaces magnetite laterally and at depth, grading
into magnetite chlorite stringer zones. Gold
content is related to an increase in haematite
dusted quartz veins, with bonanza grades
associated with massive pyrite with subordinate
bismuthite. Cobalt appears to have a direct
relationship with pyrite.
• Lead and zinc mineralisation at Explorer 108 is
associated with a brecciated, dolomitised
metasedimentary unit, consisting of irregular,
generally narrow bands or veins of semi-massive
sphalerite and galena. A basal “high-grade” zone is
present at the contact of the altered
metasediments and lower felsic volcaniclastic unit.
• It is postulated that Explorer 108 mineralisation is
an analogue of Mt Isa style base metal
mineralisation.
Drill hole A summary of all information material to the • Exploration results are presented in Tables 1 and 2
Information understanding of the exploration results including of the ASX release dated 24/05/2021 related to
a tabulation of the following information for all this edition of JORC Table 1.
Material drill holes:
o easting and northing of the drill hole collar
o elevation or RL (Reduced Level – elevation
above sea level in metres) of the drill hole collar
o dip and azimuth of the hole
o down hole length and interception depth
o hole length.
If the exclusion of this information is justified on
the basis that the information is not Material and
this exclusion does not detract from the
understanding of the report, the Competent Person
should clearly explain why this is the case.
Data In reporting Exploration Results, weighting • Results are reported on a length weighted average
aggregation averaging techniques, maximum and/or minimum basis.
methods grade truncations (e.g. cutting of high grades) and • Results are reported above a 1gm Au / Au Eq. cut-
cut-off grades are usually Material and should be off / 1%m Pb + Zn and 1%m Cu.
stated. • Results reported may include up to three metres of
Where aggregate intercepts incorporate short internal dilution below a 0.5g/t Au / Au Eq. cut-off
lengths of high-grade results and longer lengths of / 0.5% Pb + Zn / 0.5%m Cu.
low-grade results, the procedure used for such • Metal equivalent values are reported based on the
aggregation should be stated and some typical ratio of prevailing commodity prices which are
examples of such aggregations should be shown in given above.
detail.
The assumptions used for any reporting of metal
equivalent values should be clearly stated.
Relationship These relationships are particularly important in • Interval widths are reported as downhole width
between the reporting of Exploration Results. unless otherwise stated.
mineralisation
If the geometry of the mineralisation with respect
widths and to the drill hole angle is known, its nature should

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intercept be reported.
lengths If it is not known and only the down hole lengths
are reported, there should be a clear statement to
this effect (e.g. ‘down hole length, true width not
_known’). _
Diagrams Appropriate maps and sections (with scales) and • Diagrams are presented in the ASX release dated
tabulations of intercepts should be included for any
24/05/2021 related to this edition of JORC Table 1.
significant discovery being reported These should
include, but not be limited to a plan view of drill
hole collar locations and appropriate sectional
views.
Balanced Where comprehensive reporting of all Exploration • Completed drilling where analysis is available is
reporting Results is not practicable, representative reporting reported.
of both low and high grades and/or widths should
be practiced to avoid misleading reporting of
Exploration Results.
Other Other exploration data, if meaningful and material,
• Geological information related to the reported
substantive should be reported including (but not limited to): results is presented in the ASX release dated
exploration geological observations; geophysical survey results;
24/05/2021 related to this edition of JORC Table
data geochemical survey results; bulk samples – size and
1.
method of treatment; metallurgical test results;
bulk density, groundwater, geotechnical and rock
characteristics; potential deleterious or
contaminating substances.
Further work The nature and scale of planned further work (e.g. • Ongoing exploration and mine planning
tests for lateral extensions or depth extensions or assessment continues to take place at the Rover
large-scale step-out drilling). Project.
Diagrams clearly highlighting the areas of possible
extensions, including the main geological
interpretations and future drilling areas, provided
this information is not commercially sensitive.

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Section 3 Estimation and Reporting of Mineral Resources

(Criteria listed in section 1, and where relevant in section 2, also apply to this section.)

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Database Measures taken to ensure that data has not been • No new Resource information is being
integrity corrupted by, for example, transcription or keying presented.
errors, between its initial collection and its use for
Mineral Resource estimation purposes.
Data validationprocedures used.
Site visits Comment on any site visits undertaken by the • Mr Savage has been on-site supervising the
Competent Person and the outcome of those visits. drilling program relating to the results under
If no site visits have been undertaken indicate why this
consideration.
is the case.
Geological Confidence in (or conversely, the uncertainty of) the • No new Resource information is being
interpretation geological interpretation of the mineral deposit. presented.
Nature of the data used and of any assumptions
made.
The effect, if any, of alternative interpretations on
Mineral Resource estimation.
The use of geology in guiding and controlling Mineral
Resource estimation.
The factors affecting continuity both of grade and
_geology. _
Dimensions The extent and variability of the Mineral Resource • No new Resource information is being
expressed as length (along strike or otherwise), plan presented.
width, and depth below surface to the upper and
lower limits of the Mineral Resource.
Estimation The nature and appropriateness of the estimation • No new Resource information is being
and modelling
technique(s) applied and key assumptions, including
presented.
techniques treatment of extreme grade values, domaining,
interpolation parameters and maximum distance of
extrapolation from data points. If a computer assisted
estimation method was chosen include a description
of computer software and parameters used.
The availability of check estimates, previous estimates
and/or mine production records and whether the
Mineral Resource estimate takes appropriate account
of such data.
The assumptions made regarding recovery of by-
products.
Estimation of deleterious elements or other non-grade
variables of economic significance (e.g. sulphur for
acid mine drainage characterisation).
In the case of block model interpolation, the block size
in relation to the average sample spacing and the
search employed.
Any assumptions behind modelling of selective mining
units.
Any assumptions about correlation between variables.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Description of how the geological interpretation was
used to control the resource estimates.
Discussion of basis for using or not using grade cutting
or capping.
The process of validation, the checking process used,
the comparison of model data to drill hole data, and
use of reconciliation data if available.
Moisture Whether the tonnages are estimated on a dry basis or • No new Resource information is being
with natural moisture, and the method of presented.
determination of the moisture content.
Cut-off The basis of the adopted cut-off grade(s) or quality • No new Resource information is being
parameters parameters applied. presented.
Mining factors
Assumptions made regarding possible mining
• No new Resource information is being
or methods, minimum mining dimensions and internal presented.
assumptions (or, if applicable, external) mining dilution. It is always
necessary as part of the process of determining
reasonable prospects for eventual economic extraction
to consider potential mining methods, but the
assumptions made regarding mining methods and
parameters when estimating Mineral Resources may
not always be rigorous. Where this is the case, this
should be reported with an explanation of the basis of
the mining assumptions made.
Metallurgical The basis for assumptions or predictions regarding • No new Resource information is being
factors or metallurgical amenability. It is always necessary as presented.
assumptions part of the process of determining reasonable
prospects for eventual economic extraction to consider
potential metallurgical methods, but the assumptions
regarding metallurgical treatment processes and
parameters made when reporting Mineral Resources
may not always be rigorous. Where this is the case,
this should be reported with an explanation of the
basis of the metallurgical assumptions made.
Environmental
Assumptions made regarding possible waste and
• No new Resource information is being
factors or process residue disposal options. It is always necessary
presented.
assumptions as part of the process of determining reasonable
prospects for eventual economic extraction to consider
the potential environmental impacts of the mining and
processing operation. While at this stage the
determination of potential environmental impacts,
particularly for a greenfields project, may not always
be well advanced, the status of early consideration of
these potential environmental impacts should be
reported. Where these aspects have not been
considered this should be reported with an
explanation of the environmental assumptions made.
Bulk density Whether assumed or determined. If assumed, the • Bulk density of mineralisation at the Rover
basisfor the assumptions. If determined, the method Project is variable,dependant on lithology,

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used, whether wet or dry, the frequency of the alteration and mineralisation.
measurements, the nature, size and • Geological technicians perform routine density
representativeness of the samples. test-work on core samples of both host rock
The bulk density for bulk material must have been and mineralisation.
measured by methods that adequately account for • Density measurements have been determined
void spaces (vugs, porosity, etc.), moisture and using the water immersion technique.
differences between rock and alteration zones within • Bulk density is assigned by lithology.
the deposit.
Discuss assumptions for bulk density estimates used in
the evaluationprocess of the different materials.
Classification The basis for the classification of the Mineral • Resources are classified in line with JORC
Resources into varying confidence categories. guidelines utilising a combination of estimation
Whether appropriate account has been taken of all quality parameters, and geological knowledge.
relevant factors (i.e. relative confidence in • This approach considers all relevant factors and
tonnage/grade estimations, reliability of input data, reflects the Competent Person’s view of the
confidence in continuity of geology and metal values, deposit.
quality, quantity and distribution of the data).
Whether the result appropriately reflects the
Competent Person’s view of the deposit.
Audits or The results of any audits or reviews of Mineral • Resource estimates are peer reviewed by the
reviews Resource estimates. site technical team as well as Westgold’s
Corporate technical team.
Discussion of Where appropriate a statement of the relative • All currently reported resources estimates are
relative accuracy and confidence level in the Mineral Resource considered robust, and representative of
accuracy/ estimate using an approach or procedure deemed deposits on a global scale.
confidence appropriate by the Competent Person. For example, • No production data exists to compare the
the application of statistical or geostatistical resource estimate against.
procedures to quantify the relative accuracy of the
resource within stated confidence limits, or, if such an
approach is not deemed appropriate, a qualitative
discussion of the factors that could affect the relative
accuracy and confidence of the estimate.
The statement should specify whether it relates to
global or local estimates, and, if local, state the
relevant tonnages, which should be relevant to
technical and economic evaluation. Documentation
should include assumptions made and the procedures
used.
These statements of relative accuracy and confidence
of the estimate should be compared with production
data, where available.