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DALAROO METALS LTD Capital/Financing Update 2026

Apr 8, 2026

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ASX ANNOUNCEMENT

Dalaroo Launches 4,400-Sample Soil Program to Unlock 9km Gold Corridor at Bondoukou

Systematic Geochemistry Targets Strike Extension of High-Grade Gold System

Highlights

  • Major soil geochemistry program underway targeting a ~9km gold corridor at the Goldridge Prospect

  • ~4,400 samples planned on a 200m × 50m grid to define strike continuity and new gold targets

  • Program directly targeting extensions of previously defined:

  • 2.5km strike × 400m wide gold corridor

  • High-grade rock-chip mineralisation (up to 17.95 g/t Au¹)

  • Strong early progress:

  • 12.75 km of lines opened

  • 262 samples collected in first week

  • Sampling aligned along interpreted NW–SE structural corridor , a key control on Birimian gold systems

  • Widespread alteration and quartz fragments in soils support presence of a large hydrothermal gold system

  • Program designed to rapidly deliver:

  • Coherent gold anomalies

  • Multiple drill-ready targets

  • +4,000 soil assay results expected to provide a strong pipeline of results and drill targets

  • Results will underpin trenching, auger drilling and maiden RC drilling program

Soil Geochemistry Program

Dalaroo Metals Limited ( ASX: DAL ) (“Dalaroo” or “the Company”) is pleased to announce the commencement of a large-scale soil geochemistry program at the Goldridge Prospect within the Bondoukou Project in north-eastern Côte d’Ivoire.

The program is a systematic, high-resolution geochemical survey designed to define the extent, continuity and intensity of gold mineralisation across a ~9km long structural corridor , interpreted from aeromagnetic data and recent surface exploration ( Figure 1 ).

This soil program targets the extension of previously defined high-priority mineralisation , including the 2.5km strike gold corridor , and aims to identify additional parallel or blind structures along the same trend ( Figure 1 ).

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Figure 1. Soil Geochemistry Program Layout – Goldridge Prospect

Plan map showing the design of the soil geochemistry sampling grid (200m × 50m spacing) overlaid on aeromagnetic imagery and interpreted structural trends. The grid covers a ~9km long gold anomalous corridor, with priority sampling areas highlighted at Dingbi and Kogodjan.

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Program Design

The soil geochemistry program has been designed to industry best-practice standards for early-stage gold exploration:

  • Grid spacing: 200m (line spacing) × 50m (sample spacing)

  • Total planned lines: ~61 lines

  • Total planned samples: ~4,400 samples

  • Target area: ~9km long gold anomalous corridor

  • Priority zones: Dingbi and Kogodjan areas

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The survey is oriented along strike of the interpreted structural corridor , enabling effective delineation of geochemical anomalies associated with shear-hosted and structurally controlled gold systems ( Figure 1 ).

This approach is consistent with exploration methodologies applied across major Birimian gold discoveries in West Africa .

Initial Field Progress

Field activities commenced during the week ending 29 March 2026, with strong early operational progress achieved:

  • 12.75 km of sampling lines opened

  • 262 soil samples collected and logged

  • Sampling completed across Priority Zone 1 targeting extension of known mineralisation ( Figure 2 ).

All samples are currently stored at camp pending dispatch to the laboratory.

The Company expects steady ramp-up in sampling rates as field teams expand across the grid.

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Figure 2. Soil Sampling Progress Map (Week 1)

Plan map illustrating completed sampling lines (~12.75 km) and locations of 262 soil samples collected to date. Sampling progress is shown relative to the broader planned grid and previously defined rock-chip anomalism.

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Geological Observations

Initial soil sampling has identified encouraging geological indicators consistent with a hydrothermal gold system :

  • Lithology: Lateritic clays and gravels with abundant quartz fragments

  • Alteration:

  • Hematite

  • Goethite

  • Limonite

  • These features are widely recognised as pathfinder indicators for gold mineralisation in tropical terrains

The presence of quartz fragments and iron oxides supports the interpretation of weathered bedrock mineralisation sourced from underlying quartz-vein systems .

These features are typical of weathered profiles above primary gold mineralisation in Birimian terrains and support the interpretation of a large-scale mineralised system at depth .

Representative field conditions and sampling methodology are illustrated in Figure 3 , highlighting consistent sample collection practices and favourable regolith development across the project area.

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Figure 3. Soil Sampling Field Activities

Photographs showing field teams conducting soil sampling, including pit excavation, sample collection procedures, and field QA/QC protocols under tropical lateritic conditions.

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Program Objectives

The soil geochemistry program aims to:

  1. Define strike extensions of known mineralised zones

  2. Identify new parallel or blind mineralised structures

  3. Map geochemical dispersion patterns associated with gold mineralisation

  4. Generate high-confidence drill targets

  5. Prioritise areas for trenching and auger drilling

This work represents a critical step in transitioning from reconnaissance exploration to drill-ready targets .

Project Overview and Regional Setting

The Bondoukou Project is located within the Birimian Greenstone Belt of Côte d’Ivoire , one of the most prolific gold provinces globally.

The terrane is characterised by extensive greenstone belts, regional-scale shear zones and favourable structural architecture, which commonly controls the emplacement of gold mineralisation throughout the region.

The region hosts multiple multi-million-ounce gold deposits , with mineralisation typically associated with:

  • Regional shear zones

  • Fold-related structural traps

  • Quartz vein systems

  • Volcano-sedimentary lithological contacts

The project tenure encompasses multiple prospective structural corridors displaying geological and structural characteristics conducive to gold mineralisation. Prospectivity appears particularly strong in the northern portion of the licence, where extensive historical artisanal workings are developed along interpreted shear zones and fault structures.

These artisanal workings provide evidence for near-surface gold occurrences within the project area. However, no drilling or systematic exploration programs have yet been undertaken by the Company to confirm the extent, grade or continuity of mineralisation.

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Figure 4. Country scale Map of Cote d'Ivoire showing Dalaroo projects in relation to known gold deposits.

Geological Setting and Prospectivity

The Bondoukou Project is located within the Birimian terrane of eastern Côte d’Ivoire, approximately 35 km northwest of the Tanda gold deposit operated by Endeavour Mining, within one of West Africa’s most prolific gold-producing geological provinces.

Gold mineralisation within the Birimian terrane is typically structurally controlled, occurring along major shear zones and lithological contacts that act as conduits for hydrothermal fluids responsible for gold deposition. At Bondoukou, extensive artisanal gold workings are distributed across the licence area, particularly along interpreted regional shear corridors and volcanic–granitoid contacts, providing strong surface evidence for near-surface gold mineralisation with potential for both strike and depth continuity.

The presence of favourable Birimian host lithologies, well-developed structural architecture, and widespread artisanal mining activity indicates that the project may host orogenic-style gold mineralisation. These characteristics support the implementation of systematic exploration programs, including geological

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mapping, geochemical sampling and drilling, to evaluate the scale, grade continuity and economic potential of the mineralised systems across the project area.

Upcoming Catalysts

Over the coming months, Dalaroo expects:

  • Completion of the ~4,400 sample soil program

  • Receipt of multi-element geochemical assay results

  • Identification of coherent gold anomalies along strike

  • Commencement of:

  • Trenching / auger drilling programs

  • Initial RC drilling campaigns

Management Commentary

CEO – John Morgan

“This program represents a significant step in unlocking the scale potential of the Bondoukou Project. The combination of a 9km structural corridor, strong artisanal activity and high-grade rock-chip results highlights the potential for a large, structurally controlled gold system. This systematic soil program is designed to rapidly define coherent anomalies and deliver multiple drill-ready targets in the near term.”

Country Manager & Exploration Manager – Côte d’Ivoire

Frank Twum-Berima Bosompem

“The soil geochemistry program is a key value inflection point for the Bondoukou Project.

We are targeting the extension of a structurally controlled gold system identified from mapping and rock sampling, with the objective of defining continuous mineralisation across a multi-kilometre corridor.

Early field observations, including widespread alteration and quartz fragments within soils, are consistent with a robust hydrothermal system. This program will provide the geochemical framework required to unlock the full-scale potential of the project.’’

Next Steps

  • Accelerate soil sampling across remaining grid

  • Submit samples to accredited laboratory

  • Interpret geochemical anomalies

  • Define priority drill targets

  • Initiate trenching and drilling programs

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Reference:

1 Refer to ASX announcement dated 9 March 2026: High grade results received from due diligence sampling

Authorisation

This announcement has been authorised for release to the ASX by the Board of Dalaroo Metals Ltd.

ENDS

For more Information:

Please visit our website for more information: Dalaroo Metals Website

John Morgan, T: +61 410 774 319 E: [email protected]

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ABOUT DALAROO METALS

Dalaroo Metals Ltd is an ASX-listed exploration company focused on the discovery and development of highquality gold and critical minerals projects across Australia and international jurisdictions.

The Company’s portfolio includes the Blue Lagoon Project in southern Greenland , prospective for rare earth elements (REE), zirconium and niobium, a growing suite of gold exploration assets in Côte d’Ivoire located within the highly endowed Birimian Greenstone Belt of West Africa, and the Lyons River Project and Namban Project in Western Australia.

Dalaroo’s strategy is to systematically advance its projects through modern exploration techniques, resource definition and strategic partnerships, with a strong focus on value creation for shareholders. The Company is committed to responsible exploration, strong corporate governance and building long-term stakeholder relationships in the regions in which it operates.

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COMPETENT PERSON STATEMENT

The information in this report that relates to exploration results is based on information compiled by John Morgan, a Member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) and the CEO of Dalaroo Metals Ltd. Mr Morgan has sufficient experience relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity undertaken to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (JORC Code). Mr Morgan consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on this information in the form and context in which it appears.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This announcement contains forward-looking statements which are based on current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections. Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied. These risks include, but are not limited to, exploration success, geological interpretation, commodity price fluctuations, regulatory approvals, permitting timelines, operational risks and market conditions.

Any statements regarding potential mineralisation, exploration targets, grades, scale or development concepts are conceptual in nature and based on early-stage surface sampling only. These statements do not constitute, and should not be construed as, a Mineral Resource or Ore Reserve estimate as defined under the JORC Code. References to peer projects, market pricing, strategic significance or potential future development pathways are provided for contextual purposes only and should not be interpreted as a forecast of future performance or valuation. Commodity pricing information is indicative only, subject to market volatility and should not be relied upon as a projection of future prices. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Dalaroo Metals Ltd undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, except as required by law.

The Company confirms it is not aware of any new information or data that materially affects the information included in this announcement.

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JORC Table 1 (Section 1 & 2)

Section 1: Sampling Techniques and Data

Sub-section JORC Code Explanation Disclosure
Sampling
techniques
Nature and quality of sampling (eg cut channels,
random chips, or specific specialised industry standard
measurement
tools
appropriate
to
the
minerals under investigation, such as downhole
gamma sondes, or handheld XRF instruments,
etc). These examples should not be taken as
limiting the broad meaning of sampling Include
reference to measures taken to ensure sample
representativity and the appropriate calibration of
any
measurement
tools
or
systems
used.
Aspects of the determination of mineralisation
that
are
Material
to
the
Public
Report.
In cases where ‘industry standard’ work has been done
this would be relatively simple (eg ‘reverse circulation
drilling was used to obtain 1 m samples from which 3 kg
was pulverised to produce a 30 g charge for fire assay’).
In other cases, more explanation may be required, such
as where there is coarse gold that has inherent
sampling
problems.
Unusual
commodities
or
mineralisation types (eg submarine nodules) may
warrant disclosure of detailed information.
Soil samples collected from shallow pits along a
systematic grid (200m × 50m spacing). Samples
typically collected from the B-horizon where
available.
Sampling
focused
on
detecting
geochemical
dispersion
associated
with
underlying gold mineralisation.
Drilling
techniques
Drill type (eg core, reverse circulation, open- hole
hammer, rotary air blast, auger, Bangka, sonic, etc) and
details (eg 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).
Not applicable. No drilling undertaken.
Sample
recovery
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.
Soil samples collected manually using hand tools.
Sample quality controlled by ensuring consistent
depth and horizon selection. No recovery issues
identified.

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Sub-section JORC Code Explanation Disclosure
Logging Whether core and chip samples have been geologically
and geotechnical logged to a level of detail to support
appropriate Mineral Resource estimation, mining
studies
and
metallurgical
studies.
Whether
logging
is
qualitative
or
quantitative
in
nature.
Core
(or
costean/trench,
channel,
etc)
photography.
The total length and percentage of the relevant
intersections logged.
Field logging includes lithology, soil type, colour,
alteration
indicators
(hematite,
goethite,
limonite), and presence of quartz fragments. Data
recorded at each sample location.
Sub-
sampling
techniques
/
sample
preparation
If core, whether cut or sawn and whether quarter, half
or all core taken. If non-core, whether riffled, tube
sampled, rotary split, etc and whether sampled wet or
dry.
For all sample types, the nature, quality and
appropriateness of the sample preparation technique.
Quality control procedures adopted for all sub-
sampling stages to maximise representivity of samples.
Measures taken to ensure that the sampling is
representative of the in situ material collected,
including
for
instance
results
for
field
duplicate/second-half sampling. Whether sample sizes
are appropriate to the grain size of the material being
sampled.
Samples collected in pre-numbered bags and
transported to camp. Samples will be dried, sieved
(typically -80 mesh fraction) and prepared using
industry standard laboratory procedures.
Quality
of
assay data
and
laboratory
tests
The nature, quality and appropriateness of the
assaying and laboratory procedures used and whether
the technique is considered partial or total.
For geophysical tools, spectrometers, handheld XRF
instruments, etc, the parameters used in determining
the analysis including instrument make and model,
reading times, calibrations factors applied and their
derivation,
etc.
Nature of quality control procedures adopted (eg
standards, blanks, duplicates, external laboratory
checks) and whether acceptable levels of accuracy (ie
lack of bias) and precision have been established.
Samples to be analysed at an accredited
laboratory (e.g., Intertek or equivalent) using
industry-standard gold analysis (e.g., aqua regia or
fire assay where applicable). Laboratory QA/QC
includes standards, blanks and duplicates. Field
QA/QC procedures (duplicates, blanks) to be
implemented during program.
Verification
of sampling
and
assaying
The verification of significant intersections by either
independent or alternative company personnel.
The use of twinned holes. The verification of significant
intersections by either independent or alternative
company personnel. Discuss any adjustment to assay
data
Sampling supervised by experienced Dalaroo
geological staff. Sample locations recorded using
handheld GPS. Data validated prior to database
entry.
Location of
data points
Accuracy and quality of surveys used to locate drill
holes (collar and down- hole surveys), trenches, mine
workings and other locations used in Mineral Resource
estimation.
Specification of the grid system used Quality and
adequacy of topographic control
Sample coordinates recorded using handheld GPS
(WGS84 datum, UTM Zone 30N). Accuracy
estimated
±5–10
m,
appropriate
for
reconnaissance exploration.

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Sub-section JORC Code Explanation JORC Code Explanation Disclosure
Data
spacing and
distribution
Data spacing for reporting of Exploration Results
Whether the data spacing and distribution is sufficient
to establish the degree of geological and grade
continuity appropriate for the Mineral Resource and
Ore
Reserve
estimation
procedure(s)
and
classifications
applied.
Whether sample compositing has been applied
Grid spacing of 200m × 50m is appropriate for
early-stage geochemical targeting. Data density
sufficient to define coherent anomalies for follow-
up exploration.
Orientation
of data in
relation to
geological
structure
Whether the orientation of sampling achieves
unbiased sampling of possible structures and the
extent to which this is known, considering the deposit
type.
If the relationship between the drilling orientation and
the orientation of key mineralised structures is
considered to have introduced a sampling bias, this
should be assessed and reported if material.
Sampling
grid
oriented
across
interpreted
structural trends (NW–SE corridor) to effectively
detect
geochemical
anomalies
parallel
to
mineralisation controls.
Sample
security
The measures taken to ensure sample security Samples stored securely at site camp prior to
transport
to
laboratory.
Sample
tracking
maintained using unique sample IDs and
submission sheets.
Audits
or
reviews
The results of any audits or reviews of sampling
techniques and data
No external audits undertaken at this stage.
Internal review by Company geologists confirms
procedures are appropriate for early-stage
exploration.
Section 2: Reporting of Exploration Results
Sub-section JORC Code Explanation Disclosure
Mineral
tenement
and
land
tenure
status
Type, reference name/number, location and
ownership including agreements or material
issues with third parties such as joint ventures,
partnerships, overriding royalties, native title
interests, historical sites, wilderness or national
park
and
environmental
settings.
The security of the tenure held at the time of
reporting along with any known impediments to
obtaining a licence to operate in the area.
The Bondoukou Project comprises the Goldridge
exploration permit located in eastern Côte
d’Ivoire, within the Birimian greenstone terrane of
West Africa.
Dalaroo Metals Ltd has entered into an agreement
to acquire up to an 80% interest in the permit
through a joint venture arrangement with the
current permit holder, Goldridge SARL, a locally
registered company in Côte d’Ivoire. Under the
terms of the agreement, Dalaroo may earn its
interest through staged exploration expenditure
and project advancement milestones.
At the time of reporting, the permit is considered
to be in good standing, and the Company is not
aware of any material impediments to conducting
exploration activities within the licence area.
Exploration activities are subject to the standard
regulatory
approvals
and
compliance
requirements of the Côte d’Ivoire mining code and
environmental regulations.

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Sub-section JORC Code Explanation Disclosure
The project area includes historical and active
artisanal mining activity, which is common within
the Birimian gold belts of West Africa. The
Company intends to engage with relevant
stakeholders and local communities to ensure
exploration activities are conducted responsibly
and in accordance with applicable regulations.
The Company is not aware of any national parks,
wilderness reserves, or protected areas within the
licence area that would materially restrict
exploration activities.
The tenure is considered secure at the time of
reporting, subject to compliance with the terms
and conditions of the permit and applicable
regulatoryrequirements.
Exploration done
by other parties
Acknowledgment
and
appraisal
of
exploration by other parties.
Historical artisanal mining activity present across
the licence area, indicating near-surface gold
occurrences.
No
systematic
modern
soil
geochemistry programs previously reported.
Geology Deposit type, geological setting and style of
mineralisation.
Project located within the Birimian Greenstone
Belt. Gold mineralisation typically associated with
shear zones, quartz veining and fold-related
structures.
Drill
hole
information
A summary of all information material to the
understanding
of
the
exploration
results
including
a
tabulation
of
the
following
information
for
all
Material
drill
holes:
· easting and northing of the drill hole collar
· elevation or RL (Reduced Level – elevation
above sea level in metres) of the drill hole collar
·
dip
and
azimuth
of
the
hole
· down hole length and interception depth
·
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.
No drilling has been undertaken at the Bondoukou
Project by Dalaroo Metals at the time of reporting.

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Sub-section JORC Code Explanation Disclosure
Data aggregation
methods
In reporting Exploration Results, weighting
averaging
techniques,
maximum
and/or
minimum grade truncations (eg cutting of high
grades) and cut-off grades are usually Material
and
should
be
stated.
Where aggregate intercepts incorporate short
lengths of high grade results and longer lengths
of low grade results, the procedure used for such
aggregation should be stated and some typical
examples of such aggregations should be shown
in
detail.
The assumptions used for any reporting of metal
equivalent values should be clearlystated.
No assay results reported at this stage.
Relationship
between
mineralisation
widths
and
intercept lengths
These relationships are particularly important in
the
reporting
of
Exploration
Results.
If the geometry of the mineralisation with
respect to the drill hole angle is known, its nature
should be reported. If it is not known and only
the
down
hole lengths are reported, there should be a
clear statement to this effect (eg ‘down hole
length,true width not known’).
Not applicable. Soil geochemistry program is
surface-based and does not define true widths.
Diagrams Appropriate maps and sections (with scales) and
tabulations of intercepts should be included for
any significant discovery being reported. These
should include, but not be limited to a plan view
of drill hole collar locations and appropriate
sectional views
Refer to Figures 1–3 showing sampling grid,
progress and field activities.
Balanced
reporting
Where
comprehensive
reporting
of
all
Exploration
Results
is
not
practicable,
representative reporting of both low and high
grades and/or widths should be practiced
avoiding misleading reporting of Exploration
Results.
No assay results available at this stage. This
announcement reports only on commencement
and progress of the soil sampling program.
Other
substantive
exploration data
Other exploration data, if meaningful and
material, should be reported including (but not
limited to): geological observations; geophysical
survey results; geochemical survey results; bulk
samples – size and method of treatment;
metallurgical
test
results;
bulk
density,
groundwater,
geotechnical
and
rock
characteristics;
potential
deleterious
or
contaminatingsubstances.
Completion of soil sampling (~4,400 samples),
receipt of assays, anomaly definition, followed by
trenching, auger drilling and RC drilling.
Further work The nature and scale of planned further work (eg
tests for lateral extensions or large-scale step out
drilling.
Diagrams clearly highlighting the areas of
possible
extensions,
including
the
main
geological interpretations and future drilling
areas,
provided
this
information
is
not
commerciallysensitive.
Completion of soil sampling (~4,400 samples),
receipt of assays, anomaly definition, followed by
trenching, auger drilling and RC drilling.

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