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DEVELOP GLOBAL LIMITED Regulatory Filings 2015

Sep 21, 2015

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ASX Announcement
ASX Code: VXR
Released: 22 September 2015
For further details
John Nitschke
Acting Managing Director
T: +61 8 6389 7400
[email protected]
Board
Tony Kiernan
Chairman
John Nitschke
Non-Executive Director
Anthony Reilly
Non-Executive Director
Darren Stralow
Non-Executive Director
Trevor Hart
Company Secretary
Contact Details
Registered Office
Level 2
91 Havelock Street
West Perth WA 6005
T: +61 8 6389 7400
F: +61 8 9463 7836
[email protected]
www.venturexresources.com
ABN: 28 122 180 205
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KANGAROO CAVES RESOURCE UPGRADE

  • 81% Increase in Zinc grade to 6% Zn, metal tonnes remain unchanged

  • 55% Increase in Copper grade to 0.77% Cu

  • 3.55 Mt grading 6.0% Zn, 0.77% Cu and 15.2g/t Ag

  • Total Resource Inventory for the Pilbara Base Metal Project is 900,000 Tonnes contained Zinc

Venturex Resources Limited (ASX: VXR) (“Venturex” or “the Company”) is pleased to announce an upgrade in the Mineral Resource for the Kangaroo Caves copper-zinc deposit which forms part of the Company’s Pilbara Base Metal Project. The Project is situated approximately 130 kilometres east of Port Hedland in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.

The Kangaroo Caves deposit is located on a granted mining lease approximately 6 km south of the Company’s Sulphur Springs deposit. The deposit is on the same stratigraphic horizon as Sulphur Springs and has a similar geology.

The Company is assessing whether this Zinc dominant resource can be brought into the mining inventory for the Pilbara Base Metal Project as part of the optimisation study currently being carried out. The optimisation study is focused on reducing pre-production expenditure by simplifying the project delivery and incorporating current market costs and conditions into the project economics.

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Figure 1: Location Plan

The Company engaged Hardrock Mining Consultants Pty Ltd, to undertake the Resource estimate.

This estimate includes the results of 19 holes drilled by the Company in 2013 (refer ASX release 17 May 2013). It also incorporates a better understanding of the style of mineralisation since the previous estimate as a result of the work done by the Company on the Sulphur Springs deposit. The estimate is based on the Pilbara Base Metals Project’s anticipated Net Smelter Return values for in situ mineralisation rather than using copper and zinc cut off grades to define separate copper and zinc rich domains.

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These changes have resulted in an increase in zinc and copper grades with contained metal tonnes being maintained and ore tonnage reduced.

The geological model has highlighted several areas within the deposit that have not been adequately drilled due to the rugged topography and associated issues with access for surface drilling rigs (See Figure 2). The Company is also using modern analysis methods to reanalyse the data from historical EM geophysical surveys down 20 holes to determine if all conductors have been identified and adequately followed up.

Both of these initiatives represent opportunities to further increase the Resources contained in the Kangaroo Caves deposit.

The Kangaroo Caves Resource was not included in the mining inventory for the Feasibility Study on Pilbara Base Metals Project (refer ASX release 18 December 2012). The Company is currently assessing the opportunity to include it in the mining inventory for the Optimisation Study on the Pilbara Base Metals Project (refer ASX release 27 July 2015).

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Figure 2: Kangaroo Caves Resource model showing metal domains and drill spacing

Background

The Company acquired the Kangaroo Caves deposit, 6 km south of the Company’s Sulphur Spring Zn- Cu Deposit, from Sipa Resources Limited (“Sipa”) in 2012 (refer ASX release 13 July 2012).

The Deposit was acquired one month before delivery of the Definitive Feasibility Study for the Company’s Pilbara Zn – Cu Project and was not included in the study.

The Company completed a drilling program of 19 reverse circulation holes into the deposit in 2013 and the results were reported to the market (refer ASX release 17 May 2013).

The Company has previously relied on a historical resource estimate for the deposit prepared by Sipa Resources Ltd (refer to Sipa Resources (ASX: SRI) ASX release dated 22 October 2007) of 6.5Mt grading 3.3% Zn, 0.5% Cu and 12.1 g/t Ag which was based on a 1% Zn and 0.5% Cu cut-off.

KANGAROO CAVES MINERAL RESOURCE KANGAROO CAVES MINERAL RESOURCE KANGAROO CAVES MINERAL RESOURCE
September 2015
JORC
Classification
Tonnes (‘000t) Zn % Cu % Pb % Ag g/t
Indicated 2.25 5.7 0.93 0.27 13.6
Inferred 1.3 6.5 0.50 0.40 18.0
Total 3.55 6.0 0.77 0.32 15.2

Table 1 – Kangaroo Caves Resource Estimate (Note: Rounding errors may occur)

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The revision of the Kangaroo Caves Mineral Resource has altered the total Mineral Resource for the Pilbara Copper-Zinc Project to:

23.6 million tonnes grading 1.3% copper, 3.8% zinc, 0.4% lead and 20.2 g/t silver.

PROJECT MINERAL RESOURCES
Location JORC
Classification
Tonnes
('000t)
Cu % Zn % Pb % Ag g/t Au g/t
Sulphur Springs Measured - - - - - -
Indicated 8,300 2.0 5.5 0.3 22.3 -
Inferred 4,531 0.7 1.5 0.1 8.9 -
Sub-total 12,831 1.5 4.1 0.2 17.6 -
Kangaroo
Caves
Measured - - - - - -
Indicated 2,250 0.9 5.7 0.3 13.6 -
Inferred 1,300 0.5 6.5 0.4 18.0 -
Sub-total 3,550 0.8 6.0 15.2 -
Whim Creek Measured - - - - - -
Indicated 967 2.1 1.1 0.2 10.3 0.1
Inferred 4 0.5 2.3 0.6 13.9 0.1
Sub-total 972 2.1 1.1 0.2 10.3 0.1
Mons Cupri Measured 1,273 1.5 1.7 0.8 41.1 0.3
Indicated 3,286 0.7 1.1 0.4 17.7 0.1
Inferred 48 0.7 0.6 0.1 9.0 0.0
Sub-total 4,607 0.9 1.3 0.5 24.1 0.1
Salt
Creek
Measured - - - - - -
Zn Indicated 475 0.2 14.1 4.4 107.1 0.5
Cu Indicated 423 3.7 0.9 0.1 2.7 0.1
Inferred 105 3.5 0.1 0.0 1.5 0.0
Zn/Cu Sub-total 1,003 2.0 7.0 2.1 52.0 0.3
Liberty-Indee Measured - - - - - -
Indicated 453 2.2 4.5 0.4 42.0 0.9
Inferred 204 1.0 1.8 0.2 22.4 0.4
Sub-total 657 1.8 3.7 0.3 35.9 0.8
All Locations Measured 1,273 1.5 1.7 0.8 41.1 0.3
Indicated 16,155 1.6 4.5 0.4 22.0 0.1
Inferred 6,192 0.7 2.5 0.2 11.1 0.0
Total
Resources
23,620 1.3 3.8 0.4 20.2 0.3

JOHN NITSCHKE Acting Managing Director

For further information, please contact:

John Nitschke / Trevor Hart – Venturex Resources Limited on (08) 6389 7400 or email: [email protected]

About Venturex Resources Limited

Venturex Resources Limited (ASX: VXR) is an exploration and development company with a significant portfolio of VMS projects in the Western Pilbara. Venturex owns or controls significant resources of copper, zinc, lead, silver and gold at Sulphur Springs, Kangaroo Caves, Whim Creek, Mons Cupri, Salt Creek and Liberty ‐ Indee. The Company is committed to a strategy of consolidating VMS projects in the Western Pilbara and developing a centralised processing hub at Sulphur Springs.

Competency Statements

The information in this report that relates to Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves is based on information compiled or reviewed by Mr David Milton, Hardrock Mining Consultants Pty Ltd and Mr James Guy, James Guy Consulting, who are Members of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. Mr Milton and Mr Guy have sufficient experience relevant to the style of mineralisation, type of deposit under consideration and to the activity being undertaking to qualify as Competent Persons as defined in the 2012 Edition of the “Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves”. Mr Milton and Mr Guy consent to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on their information in the form and context in which it appears.

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Notes relating to the Kangaroo Caves Resource Statement Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data

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

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Sampling
techniques

Nature and quality of sampling (e.g. cut channels, random chips, or specific specialised
industry standard measurement tools appropriate to the minerals under investigation,
such as down hole 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 representivity 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
(e.g. ‘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 (e.g. submarine nodules) may
warrant disclosure of detailed information.

The deposit was sampled with a combination of Reverse Circulation (RC)
and] diamond (DD) drill holes completed on a variable spacing across the
deposit to a maximum vertical depth of depth of 400 metres. The RC drill
holes were sampled via a standard adjustable cyclone and riffle splitter from
the recovered sample. Diamond drill core was sampled using standard cut
half core.

Standard RC drilling produced whole metre RC drill samples split at the rig
using a cone splitter producing samples of approximately 3kgs. Diamond
drilling completed to industry standard using predominantly NQ size core.
Diamond core was orientated, aligned and cut on geologically determined
intervals (0.25 to1.2 metres).

Samples were weighed, dried, crushed and pulverised (total prep) to produce
a pulp sub-sample for analysis by four acid digest with an ICP/OES, ICP/MS
or FA/AAS(Au)finish.
Drilling
techniques

Drill type (e.g. core, reverse circulation, open-hole 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.).

Drilling technique is predominantly diamond drilling since 1989 (over 75%)
using mostly NQ size with some BQ, TT56 and HQ sizes using a variety of
rig types. Surface drill core was generally orientated.

Reverse circulation drilling used 5.5 inch face sampling hammer was used
after 2007.
Drill 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.

All operators recorded diamond drill core recovery as a percentage of
measured recovered core versus drilled distance. Recoveries were generally
high except for cavity zones in the oxide zone.

RC samples recoveries were consistently high. Any low recovery intervals
were logged and entered into the database.

The cyclone and splitter were routinely inspected and cleaned during the
drilling ensuring no excessive material build-up. Care was taken to ensure
the split samples were of a consistent volume.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Logging
Whether core and chip samples have been geologically and geotechnically 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, channel, etc.)
photography.

The total length and percentage of the relevant intersections logged.

Diamond drill holes are all qualitatively logged and photographed. RC drill
holes were all qualitatively logged and RC chip tray samples collected and
stored.

Logging by all operators was at an appropriate detailed quantitative standard
to support future geological, resource, reserve estimations and subsequent
feasibility studies.

All holes were logged in full.
Sub-sampling
techniques and
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.

Diamond core was sawn with a diamond saw and half core samples (quarter
core in metallurgical holes) taken for assay.

1 metre RC samples were collected and split off the drill rig using a cone
splitter. Approximately 90% of the samples were dry in nature.

The sample preparation of the samples follows industry best practice in
sample preparation involving weighing, oven drying, pulverisation of the
entire sample (total prep) to a grind size of 85% passing 75 micron.

Venturex and previous operators had QAQC procedures involving the use of
certified standards, blanks and duplicates. The QAQC has been
independently audited with no apparent issues.

Field Duplicates were taken and confirmed the representivity of sampling.

The sample sizes are considered appropriate given the relatively fine grained
nature of the sulphide mineralisation which is not nuggetty in nature, the
samplingmethodologyand thepercent assayvalue ranges involved.
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 (e.g. standards, blanks, duplicates,
external laboratory checks) and whether acceptable levels of accuracy (i.e. lack of bias)
and precision have been established.

Various operators used analytical techniques involving a four acid digest
multi-element suite with ICP/MS finish (30g FA/AAS for precious metals).
The acids used are hydrofluoric, nitric, perchloric and hydrochloric acids,
suitable for the dissolution of most silica based samples. The method
approaches total dissolution of most minerals. Combustion furnace or Eltra
“Leco” analyser assayed total sulphur.

No geophysical tools were used to determine any element concentrations
reported.

RC duplicates were taken every 25m and post 2008; In 2013 every RC metre
drilled is checked by two 30sec measurements using a Niton handheld XRF.

An independent analysis of intra and inter laboratory bias and precision was
undertaken in 2007 by CBH. No material bias was noted for samples used.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Verification of
sampling and
assaying

The verification of significant intersections by either independent or alternative
company personnel.

The use of twinned holes.

Documentation of primary data, data entry procedures, data verification, data storage
(physical and electronic) protocols.

Discuss any adjustment to assay data.

Prior to 2011, verification procedures were not documented.

Post 2011, significant intersections were checked by the Exploration
Manager and Managing Director. Significant intersections are also verified/
using a Niton handheld XRF data collected in the field and crosschecked
against the final assays when received.

A range of primary data collection methods were employed since 1989.
Since 2007, data recording used a set of standard Excel templates on a data
logger and uploaded to note book computer. The data is sent to Perth office
for verification and compilation into an SQL database by the in-house
database administrator. Full copies are stored offsite.

Full data base verification of all historical information was completed in
2007 by CBH. All data is loaded and stored in DataShed database.

The historical data (pre-2007) has been adjusted with all negative assays,
representing below detection assays, were converted to positive assays of
half value.
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.

Post 2007, all hole collar coordinates have been picked up by
Sipa/CBH/Venturex employees using a DGPS with all co-ordinates and RL
data considered reliable.

Downhole surveys were performed on all holes by either single shot
Eastman camera or reflex gyro readings at 10-50 metre down hole intervals.

The grid system used for the location of all drill holes is MGA_GDA94,
Zone 50.

Topographic control is provided by combination of external survey control,
photogrammetry analysis and DGPS reading.
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.

The nominal drill spacing is generally 40m x 40m where the rugged terrain
permits access.

The current spacing is adequate to assume geological and grade continuity of
the mineralised domains.

No compositing has been applied to the exploration results.
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.

The drilling is orientated mainly to the south west, near perpendicular to the
mineralised trend. Limitations imposed by the rugged terrain dictates that
some drilling is conducted vertically or to the north east at a low angle to the
dip of the mineralised system.

Given the stratigraphic nature of the mineralising system, no orientation
based sampling bias has been identified in the data at this point.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Sample security
The measures taken to ensure sample security.

Independent audits of the data in 2006 (Sipa/CBH) concluded that the
sampling protocols were adequate.

Post 2012, the chain of custody is managed by Venturex. The samples are
transported by Venturex personnel to Whim Creek, stored in a secure facility
and collected from site by Toll IPEC and delivered to the assay laboratory in
Perth. Online tracking is utilised to track the progress of batches of samples.
Audits or reviews
The results of any audits or reviews of sampling techniques and data.

Independent audits of the sampling techniques and data were completed as
part of previous and current feasibility studies in 2007 (Golders and
Associates). There does not appear to be any significant risk in accepting the
data as valid.

Section 2 Reporting of Exploration Results

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

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
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.

Kangaroo Caves is located wholly within Mining Lease M45/587 and
Venturex Resources Limited has a 100% interest in the tenement.

The tenement is within the Njamal Native Title Claim (WC99/8).

The tenement is subject to two third party royalties.

The tenement is a granted Mining Lease, is in good standing and no known
impediments exist.
Exploration done
by other parties

Acknowledgment and appraisal of exploration by other parties.

Previous exploration has been conducted at Kangaroo Caves by Sipa
Resources Limited in conjunction with Outokumpu Zinc Australia Limited
and CBH Resources Limited since 1985 under various joint ventures.

A Mineral Resource estimate for the Kangaroo Caves deposit was released
to the ASX by JV partners CBH Resources/Sipa Resources in September
2007.
Geology
Deposit type, geological setting and style of mineralisation.

The Kangaroo Caves zinc-copper deposit is hosted by the Kangaroo Caves
Formation, a volcano-sedimentary sequence within the north – northeasterly
trending tectonostratigraphic domain known as the Lalla Rookh – Western
Shaw Corridor (LWSC) in the central east of the Archaean Pilbara Craton.

The deposit is a well preserved example of an Archaean volcanogenic
massive sulphide (VMS) style deposit in a low-grade metamorphic terrain.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
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.

Detailed drill hole data has periodically released with all relevant data
appended (see ASX release 11 June 2013 for the latest 19 holes by
Venturex). Data prior to 2013 was released by Sipa and CBH as part of their
ASX quarterly reporting releases.
Data aggregation
methods

In reporting Exploration Results, weighting averaging techniques, maximum and/or
minimum grade truncations (e.g. 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 clearly
stated.

All reported assays have been length weighted.

No top cut has been applied.

For reporting exploration results, a nominal 0.25% copper and 2.0% zinc
lower cut-off has been applied.

High-grade massive sulphide intervals internal to broader zones of sulphide
mineralisation are reported as included intervals.
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 (e.g. ‘down hole length, true width not known’).

Previous reports highlight down hole intercept and 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 aplan view of drill hole collar locations and appropriate sectional views.

See diagrams in previous ASX release 11 June 2013.
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
to avoid misleading reporting of Exploration Results.

All results are reported
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
contaminating substances.

NA - Exploration results not being released this time.
Further work
The nature and scale of planned further work (e.g. tests for lateral extensions or depth
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
commercially sensitive

NA - Exploration results not being released this time, see previous ASX
release 11 June 2013.

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Section 3 Estimation and Reporting of Mineral Resources

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

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Database
integrity

Measures taken to ensure that data has not been corrupted by, for example,
transcription or keying errors, between its initial collection and its use for Mineral
Resource estimation purposes.

Data validation procedures used.

The data used in the estimation is stored in a Datashed database operated by
a third party and managed by a Venturex employed specialist data base
manager who is the only authorized person to enter or change data. The
database has tracing facilities.

Certified Original Assay Data sheets for all the 2013 drilling and WAMEX
records from the Sipa/Outokumpu Zinc Australia period were manually and
randomly checked against the digital data base provide by Venturex. No
sample location or assay data discrepancies were found. There does not
appear to be any significant risk in accepting the data as valid.
Site visits
Comment on any site visits undertaken by the Competent Person and the outcome of
those visits.

If no site visits have been undertaken indicate why this is the case.

Site visit was undertaken by the Competent Person on the 20thand 21stJuly
2015. Diamond drill core through the mineralized zones from 5 holes was
inspected on the 20thJuly. The mineralisation intersections and sample
locations were identified and confirmed against database and core
photograph records. The mineralisation site was visited on the 21stJuly and
the location of several drill hole collars and mineralisation out crop was
confirmed by hand held GPS. No material issues arose from these
inspections.
Geological
interpretation

Confidence in (or conversely, the uncertainty of) the geological interpretation of the
mineral deposit.

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.

The geological interpretation has a high degree of confidence.

The interpretation of the deposit takes full account of all surface and
subsurface geological, geochemical, and structural information. Detailed
surface mapping in an extensively outcropping and exposed rock
environment is available. The mineralisation and its environment closely
adhere to world-wide accepted and reported VMS style mineralisation.
Drilling intersections, the geochemistry of the rocks and the semi contiguous
nature of the main features form the basis of the interpretation.

No alternative interpretations are plausible.

The stratiform nature of the mineralization provides a reasonable level of
geological control in the interpretation. The six mineralized domains have
characteristic economic, major and minor variables that allows identification.
Some local structural features in the surrounding lithology have been used to
constrain the extent of the mineralisation.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Dimensions
The extent and variability of the Mineral Resource expressed as length (along strike or
otherwise), plan width, and depth below surface to the upper and lower limits of the
Mineral Resource.

The Mineral Resource is contained in a series of lenses of sulphide rich
material within a well-defined chert and sinter domain. The mineralisation
forms a gently plunging body (20-30 degrees to the northeast) with a strike
length of approximately ~150 metres by 3-15 metres thick, to a vertical
depth of approximately 450 metres.
Estimation and
modelling
techniques

The nature and appropriateness of the estimation technique(s) applied and key
assumptions, including 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.

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.

The 15 assay variables were estimated by Inverse Distance Cube method
into a block model using Surpac software. The block model covered the full
extent of the mineralization. The primary block size is 40m by 40m in plan
view and 5m deep which reflects the nominal drilling grid and ore body
geometry. The grade interpolation was by a three pass method of increasing
search radii and thickness, 70, 140 and 210m and 35, 40 and 50m
respectively. The search was anisotropic and reflects the flattened direction,
plunging and pitching shape of the mineralization 45, -30 and -10 degrees
respectively. Varying numbers, 2 to 12, of informing samples are accepted
for the estimate. Discretisation was set to 3 by 3 by 3

Previous resource estimates have been reported, and taken into account. A
Mineral Resource estimate for the Kangaroo Caves deposit was released to
the ASX by JV partners CBH Resources/Sipa Resources in September 2007.
Venturex reported an Estimate By Cube Consulting Pty Ltd in 27/9/2013 and
8/10/2013. No mine production has occurred.

Model is based on zinc, copper and silver recovery with no by or co-
products.

Estimate includes lead, gold, iron, sulphur, barium, arsenic, cadmium,
antinomy, cobalt, manganese, mercury, and bismuth assays

Main sampling direction is in the z or RL for which the blocks are primarily
5m high and sub-celled to1.25m and composited data is 2m in length. Search
parameters are discussed in previous section.

Model block parameters based on mineralisation geometry and informing
data distribution (drill hole spacing).

No selective mining units were considered for the reported model.

Correlation between variables documented but not relevant to the grade
interpolation.

Six domains of mineralisation identified of which three lensoidal domains
are considered to be of economic importance. The interpretation of the
domains was used to constrain the assay values used in calculations but
grade interpolation process used an unconstrained approach. An order of
precedence was forced on the interpolation with the three potentially
economic lensoidal domains over printing other domains.

Nograde cappingwas used one extreme copper outlier value of 10.1% cu

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was cut to 3%.

The resource model was validated against the input copper and zinc assay
raw data by comparison of the raw and output block grades and visual
comparison in section and plan views. Block model and sample statistics
were compared for all domains. Block statistics have slightly lower mean
grades and reduced variance when compared to composite drill data.
Moisture
Whether the tonnages are estimated on a dry basis or with natural moisture, and the
method of determination of the moisture content.

Tonnages are estimated on a dry basis. The mineralized materials have little
or no cavities and hence moisture content is negligible.
Cut-off
parameters

The basis of the adopted cut-off grade(s) or quality parameters applied.

Cut off grades were determined and reported by use of an In-situ Net
Smelter Return value. The value is based on a dollar value for material in the
block calculated form the copper, zinc and silver grades. Factors used in the
calculation are mining costs, metallurgical recovery, processing costs,
transport costs, smelting charges, refining charges, royalties and forecast
metal prices and exchange rates for local currency to foreign currencies.
Mining factors or
assumptions

Assumptions made regarding possible mining methods, minimum mining dimensions
and internal (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.

It is assumed that the mineralisation will be extracted by underground
mining methods. Other than an assumed mining cost of $40 per tonne no
other factors of dilution, minimum thickness or recovery have been applied.
Metallurgical
factors or
assumptions

The basis for assumptions or predictions regarding metallurgical amenability. It is
always necessary as 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.

Metallurgical parameters are anticipated to be similar to the adjacent Sulphur
Springs deposit. The recovery of a copper concentrate and a separate zinc
concentrate using sequential flotation is proposed to recover the principal
economic components. Minor amounts of silver are recovered to each
concentrate.
Environmental
factors or
assumptions

Assumptions made regarding possible waste and process residue disposal options. It is
always necessary 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 greenfield 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.

No assumptions have been applied to the resource modelling or
classifications. Environmental impact and development constraints will be
similar to the adjacent Sulphur Springs deposit.

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Bulk density
Whether assumed or determined. If assumed, the basis for the assumptions. If
determined, the method used, whether wet or dry, the frequency of the measurements,
the nature, size and representativeness of the samples.

The bulk density for bulk material must have been measured by methods that
adequately account for void spaces (vugs, porosity, etc.), moisture and differences
between rock and alteration zones within the deposit.

Discuss assumptions for bulk density estimates used in the evaluation process of the
different materials.

Bulk density determinations have been measured on 167 samples of
diamond drill core spread proportionally across the mineralisation domains.
From these measurements and the related assay values a strong, in excess of
85%, correlation exist between the measured SG and the sulphur grade.

The mineralisation is mainly free of voids and has a very low porosity.

Resource model mineralisation blocks have been assigned a bulk density
based on a regression equation based on the sulphur estimated grade if the
grade was greater than 1%. The calculation is bulk density = 2.6841+
(%S*0.0324). Any block of mineralisation with a sulphur content less than
1% was assigned a bulk density of 2.9
Classification
The basis for the classification of the Mineral Resources into varying confidence
categories.

Whether appropriate account has been taken of all relevant factors (i.e. relative
confidence in tonnage/grade estimations, reliability of input data, confidence in
continuity of geology and metal values, quality, quantity and distribution of the data).

Whether the result appropriately reflects the Competent Person’s view of the deposit.

Mineral Resource classification into Inferred and Indicated categories is
based on geological continuity, drill spacing, modelling technique and
estimation properties including search strategy and number of informing
composites. The short range geological continuity is considered to be about
40m in plan view a distance which geological continuity has been
demonstrated to be strong.

No resource is classified as Measured.

The Indicated Resource is where geological confidence is high as defined
by strong support from drilling and areas where the drilling is averaging less
than 40m x 60m spacing. The block estimate grades are supported by
between 4 and 12 composite grades from 3 or more holes.

The Inferred Resource boundary outside the Indicated area and reflect
mineralisation where there is limited drilling, typically less than 40m x 75m.
The block estimate grades are supported by between 2 and 6 composite
grades from 1 or more holes.

The resource classifications reflect the Competent Persons view of the
mineralisation style, distribution and estimated characteristics.
Audits or reviews
The results of any audits or reviews of Mineral Resource estimates.

The Mineral Resource estimate has not been audited.
Discussion of
relative accuracy/
confidence

Where appropriate a statement of the relative accuracy and confidence level in the
Mineral Resource estimate using an approach or procedure deemed appropriate by the
Competent Person. For example, the application of statistical or geostatistical
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 withproduction data, where available.

The estimated grade distributions of the principal economic variables of
copper, zinc and silver for the mineralized domains statistically reflect the
informing assay data. The size and volumes of the domains reflect the
actual surface mapping and drill hole data. The density data statistically
reflects the experimental SG data.

The estimates are considered global. The Indicated resources are indicative
of a local estimate of the variables grades and tonnages.

No production data for this unmined resource.

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