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ELEMENT 25 LIMITED Regulatory Filings 2021

Sep 29, 2021

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Rules 4.7.3 and 4.10.3

Appendix 4G

Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

Name of entity

Element 25 Limited

ABN/ARBN
46 119 711 929
Financial year ended:
46 119 711 929 30 June 2021

Our corporate governance statement[1] for the period above can be found at:[2]

These pages of our ☐ annual report: This URL on our www.element25.com.au website:

The Corporate Governance Statement is accurate and up to date as at 30 September 2021 and has been approved by the board.

The annexure includes a key to where our corporate governance disclosures can be located.[3]

Date: 30 September 2021 Name of authorised officer Catherine Grant-Edwards, Joint Company Secretary authorising lodgement:

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1 “Corporate governance statement” is defined in Listing Rule 19.12 to mean the statement referred to in Listing Rule 4.10.3 which discloses the extent to which an entity has followed the recommendations set by the ASX Corporate Governance Council during a particular reporting period.

Listing Rule 4.10.3 requires an entity that is included in the official list as an ASX Listing to include in its annual report either a corporate governance statement that meets the requirements of that rule or the URL of the page on its website where such a statement is located. The corporate governance statement must disclose the extent to which the entity has followed the recommendations set by the ASX Corporate Governance Council during the reporting period. If the entity has not followed a recommendation for any part of the reporting period, its corporate governance statement must separately identify that recommendation and the period during which it was not followed and state its reasons for not following the recommendation and what (if any) alternative governance practices it adopted in lieu of the recommendation during that period.

Under Listing Rule 4.7.4, if an entity chooses to include its corporate governance statement on its website rather than in its annual report, it must lodge a copy of the corporate governance statement with ASX at the same time as it lodges its annual report with ASX. The corporate governance statement must be current as at the effective date specified in that statement for the purposes of Listing Rule 4.10.3.

Under Listing Rule 4.7.3, an entity must also lodge with ASX a completed Appendix 4G at the same time as it lodges its annual report with ASX. The Appendix 4G serves a dual purpose. It acts as a key designed to assist readers to locate the governance disclosures made by a listed entity under Listing Rule 4.10.3 and under the ASX Corporate Governance Council’s recommendations. It also acts as a verification tool for listed entities to confirm that they have met the disclosure requirements of Listing Rule 4.10.3.

The Appendix 4G is not a substitute for, and is not to be confused with, the entity's corporate governance statement. They serve different purposes and an entity must produce each of them separately.

2 Tick whichever option is correct and then complete the page number(s) of the annual report, or the URL of the web page, where your corporate governance statement can be found. You can, if you wish, delete the option which is not applicable.

3 Throughout this form, where you are given two or more options to select, you can, if you wish, delete any option which is not applicable and just retain the option that is applicable. If you select an option that includes “OR” at the end of the selection and you delete the other options, you can also, if you wish, delete the “OR” at the end of the selection. See notes 4 and 5 below for further instructions on how to complete this form.

ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4G

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Appendix 4G Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

ANNEXURE – KEY TO CORPORATE GOVERNANCE DISCLOSURES

Corporate Governance Council recommendation Corporate Governance Council recommendation Where a box below is ticked,4we have followed the
recommendationin fullfor the wholeof the period above. We
have disclosed this in our Corporate Governance Statement:
Where a box below is ticked, we have NOT followed the
recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Our
reasons for not doing so are:5
PRINCIPLE 1 – LAY SOLID FOUNDATIONS FOR MANAGEMENT AND OVERSIGHT
1.1 A listed entity should have and disclose a board charter setting
out:
(a)
the respective roles and responsibilities of its board and
management; and
(b)
those matters expressly reserved to the board and those
delegated to management.

and we have disclosed a copy of our board charter at:
www.element25.com.au

set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable
1.2 A listed entity should:
(a)
undertake appropriate checks before appointing a director or
senior executive or putting someone forward for election as
a director; and
(b)
provide security holders with all material information in its
possession relevant to a decision on whether or not to elect
or re-elect a director.

set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable
1.3 A listed entity should have a written agreement with each director
and senior executive setting out the terms of their appointment.

set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable
1.4 The company secretary of a listed entity should be accountable
directly to the board, through the chair, on all matters to do with
the proper functioning of the board.

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement OR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable

4 Tick the box in this column only if you have followed the relevant recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Where the recommendation has a disclosure obligation attached, you must insert the location where that disclosure has been made, where indicated by the line with “ insert location ” underneath. If the disclosure in question has been made in your corporate governance statement, you need only insert “our corporate governance statement”. If the disclosure has been made in your annual report, you should insert the page number(s) of your annual report (eg “pages 10-12 of our annual report”). If the disclosure has been made on your website, you should insert the URL of the web page where the disclosure has been made or can be accessed (eg “www.entityname.com.au/corporate governance/charters/”).

5 If you have followed all of the Council’s recommendations in full for the whole of the period above, you can, if you wish, delete this column from the form and re-format it.

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ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4G

Appendix 4G Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

Corporate Governance Council recommendation Corporate Governance Council recommendation Where a box below is ticked,4we have followed the
recommendationin fullfor the wholeof the period above. We
have disclosed this in our Corporate Governance Statement:
Where a box below is ticked, we have NOT followed the
recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Our
reasons for not doing so are:5
1.5 A listed entity should:
(a)
have and disclose a diversity policy;
(b)
through its board or a committee of the board set
measurable objectives for achieving gender diversity in the
composition of its board, senior executives and workforce
generally; and
(c)
disclose in relation to each reporting period:
(1)
the measurable objectives set for that period to
achieve gender diversity;
(2)
the entity’s progress towards achieving those
objectives; and
(3)
either:
(A)
the respective proportions of men and women
on the board, in senior executive positions and
across the whole workforce (including how the
entity has defined “senior executive” for these
purposes); or
(B)
if the entity is a “relevant employer” under the
Workplace Gender Equality Act, the entity’s
most recent “Gender Equality Indicators”, as
defined in and published under that Act.
If the entity was in the S&P / ASX 300 Index at the
commencement of the reporting period, the measurable objective
for achieving gender diversity in the composition of its board
should be to have not less than 30% of its directors of each
gender within a specified period.

and we have disclosed a copy of our diversity policy at:
www.element25.com.au
and we have disclosed the information referred to in paragraph (c)
at:
……………………………………………………………………………..
[insert location]
and if we were included in the S&P / ASX 300 Index at the
commencement of the reporting period our measurable objective for
achieving gender diversity in the composition of its board of not less
than 30% of its directors of each gender within a specified period.
Not applicable
set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable
1.6 A listed entity should:
(a)
have and disclose a process for periodically evaluating the
performance of the board, its committees and individual
directors; and
(b)
disclose for each reporting period whether a performance
evaluation has been undertaken in accordance with that
process during or in respect of that period.

and we have disclosed the evaluation process referred to in
paragraph (a) at:
Corporate Governance Statement
and whether a performance evaluation was undertaken for the
reporting period in accordance with that process at:
Corporate Governance Statement

set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable

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ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4G

Appendix 4G Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

Corporate Governance Council recommendation Corporate Governance Council recommendation Where a box below is ticked,4we have followed the
recommendationin fullfor the wholeof the period above. We
have disclosed this in our Corporate Governance Statement:
Where a box below is ticked, we have NOT followed the
recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Our
reasons for not doing so are:5
1.7 A listed entity should:
(a)
have and disclose a process for evaluating the performance
of its senior executives at least once every reporting period;
and
(b)
disclose for each reporting period whether a performance
evaluation has been undertaken in accordance with that
process during or in respect of that period.

and we have disclosed the evaluation process referred to in
paragraph (a) at:
Corporate Governance Statement
and whether a performance evaluation was undertaken for the
reporting period in accordance with that process at:
Corporate Governance Statement

set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable

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ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4G

Appendix 4G Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

Corporate Governance Council recommendation Corporate Governance Council recommendation Where a box below is ticked,4we have followed the
recommendationin fullfor the wholeof the period above. We
have disclosed this in our Corporate Governance Statement:
Where a box below is ticked, we have NOT followed the
recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Our
reasons for not doing so are:5
PRINCIPLE 2 - STRUCTURE THE BOARD TO BE EFFECTIVE AND ADD VALUE
2.1 The board of a listed entity should:
(a)
have a nomination committee which:
(1)
has at least three members, a majority of whom are
independent directors; and
(2)
is chaired by an independent director,
and disclose:
(3)
the charter of the committee;
(4)
the members of the committee; and
(5)
as at the end of each reporting period, the number
of times the committee met throughout the period
and the individual attendances of the members at
those meetings; or
(b)
if it does not have a nomination committee, disclose that
fact and the processes it employs to address board
succession issues and to ensure that the board has the
appropriate balance of skills, knowledge, experience,
independence and diversity to enable it to discharge its
duties and responsibilities effectively.

[If the entity complies with paragraph (a):]
and we have disclosed a copy of the charter of the committee at:
www.element25.com.au
and the information referred to in paragraphs (4) and (5) at:
Corporate Governance Statement
set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable
2.2 A listed entity should have and disclose a board skills matrix
setting out the mix of skills and diversity that the board currently
has or is looking to achieve in its membership.

and we have disclosed our board skills matrix at:
Corporate Governance Statement

set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable

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ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4G

Appendix 4G Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

Corporate Governance Council recommendation Corporate Governance Council recommendation Where a box below is ticked,4we have followed the
recommendationin fullfor the wholeof the period above. We
have disclosed this in our Corporate Governance Statement:
Where a box below is ticked, we have NOT followed the
recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Our
reasons for not doing so are:5
2.3 A listed entity should disclose:
(a)
the names of the directors considered by the board to be
independent directors;
(b)
if a director has an interest, position, affiliation or
relationship of the type described in Box 2.3 but the board
is of the opinion that it does not compromise the
independence of the director, the nature of the interest,
position or relationship in question and an explanation of
why the board is of that opinion; and
(c)
the length of service of each director.

and we have disclosed the names of the directors considered by the
board to be independent directors at:
Corporate Governance Statement
and, where applicable, the information referred to in paragraph (b)
at:
Corporate Governance Statement
and the length of service of each director at:
Corporate Governance Statement

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
2.4 A majority of the board of a listed entity should be independent
directors.
set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable
2.5 The chair of the board of a listed entity should be an
independent director and, in particular, should not be the same
person as the CEO of the entity.

set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable
2.6 A listed entity should have a program for inducting new
directors and for periodically reviewing whether there is a need
for existing directors to undertake professional development to
maintain the skills and knowledge needed to perform their role
as directors effectively.

set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable

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ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4G

Appendix 4G Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

Corporate Governance Council recommendation Corporate Governance Council recommendation Where a box below is ticked,4we have followed the
recommendationin fullfor the wholeof the period above. We
have disclosed this in our Corporate Governance Statement:
Where a box below is ticked, we have NOT followed the
recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Our
reasons for not doing so are:5
PRINCIPLE 3 – INSTIL A CULTURE OF ACTING LAWFULLY, ETHICALLY AND RESPONSIBLY
3.1 A listed entity should articulate and disclose its values.
and we have disclosed our values at:
Corporate Governance Statement

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
3.2 A listed entity should:
(a)
have and disclose a code of conduct for its directors,
senior executives and employees; and
(b)
ensure that the board or a committee of the board is
informed of any material breaches of that code by a
director or senior executive; and
(2)
any other material breaches of that code that call into
question the culture of the organisation.

and we have disclosed our code of conduct at:
www.element25.com.au

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
3.3 A listed entity should:
(a)
have and disclose a whistleblower policy; and
(b)
ensure that the board or a committee of the board is
informed of any material incidents reported under that
policy.

and we have disclosed our whistleblower policy at:
www.element25.com.au

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
3.4 A listed entity should:
(a)
have and disclose an anti-bribery and corruption policy;
and
(b)
ensure that the board or committee of the board is
informed of any material breaches of that policy.

and we have disclosed our anti-bribery and corruption policy at:
www.element25.com.au

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement

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ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4G

Appendix 4G Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

Corporate Governance Council recommendation Corporate Governance Council recommendation Where a box below is ticked,4we have followed the
recommendationin fullfor the wholeof the period above. We
have disclosed this in our Corporate Governance Statement:
Where a box below is ticked, we have NOT followed the
recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Our
reasons for not doing so are:5
PRINCIPLE 4 – SAFEGUARD THE INTEGRITY OF CORPORATE REPORTS
4.1 The board of a listed entity should:
(a)
have an audit committee which:
(1)
has at least three members, all of whom are non-
executive directors and a majority of whom are
independent directors; and
(2)
is chaired by an independent director, who is not
the chair of the board,
and disclose:
(3)
the charter of the committee;
(4)
the relevant qualifications and experience of the
members of the committee; and
(5)
in relation to each reporting period, the number of
times the committee met throughout the period and
the individual attendances of the members at those
meetings; or
(b)
if it does not have an audit committee, disclose that fact
and the processes it employs that independently verify
and safeguard the integrity of its corporate reporting,
including the processes for the appointment and removal
of the external auditor and the rotation of the audit
engagement partner.

[If the entity complies with paragraph (a):]
and we have disclosed a copy of the charter of the committee at:
www.element25.com.au
and the information referred to in paragraphs (4) and (5) at:
Directors’ Report within the 2021 Annual Report
set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
4.2 The board of a listed entity should, before it approves the
entity’s financial statements for a financial period, receive from
its CEO and CFO a declaration that, in their opinion, the
financial records of the entity have been properly maintained
and that the financial statements comply with the appropriate
accounting standards and give a true and fair view of the
financial position and performance of the entity and that the
opinion has been formed on the basis of a sound system of risk
management and internal control which is operating effectively.

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
4.3 A listed entity should disclose its process to verify the integrity
of any periodic corporate report it releases to the market that is
not audited or reviewed by an external auditor.

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement

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ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4G

Appendix 4G Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

Corporate Governance Council recommendation Corporate Governance Council recommendation Where a box below is ticked,4we have followed the
recommendationin fullfor the wholeof the period above. We
have disclosed this in our Corporate Governance Statement:
Where a box below is ticked, we have NOT followed the
recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Our
reasons for not doing so are:5
PRINCIPLE 5 – MAKE TIMELY AND BALANCED DISCLOSURE
5.1 A listed entity should have and disclose a written policy for
complying with its continuous disclosure obligations under
listing rule 3.1.

and we have disclosed our continuous disclosure compliance policy
at:
www.element25.com.au

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
5.2 A listed entity should ensure that its board receives copies of all
material market announcements promptly after they have been
made.

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
5.3 A listed entity that gives a new and substantive investor or
analyst presentation should release a copy of the presentation
materials on the ASX Market Announcements Platform ahead
of the presentation.

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
PRINCIPLE 6 – RESPECT THE RIGHTS OF SECURITY HOLDERS
6.1 A listed entity should provide information about itself and its
governance to investors via its website.

and we have disclosed information about us and our governance on
our website at:
www.element25.com.au

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
6.2 A listed entity should have an investor relations program that
facilitates effective two-way communication with investors.

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
6.3 A listed entity should disclose how it facilitates and encourages
participation at meetings of security holders.

and we have disclosed how we facilitate and encourage participation
at meetings of security holders at:
www.element25.com.au

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
6.4 A listed entity should ensure that all substantive resolutions at a
meeting of security holders are decided by a poll rather than by
a show of hands.

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement

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Appendix 4G Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

Corporate Governance Council recommendation Corporate Governance Council recommendation Where a box below is ticked,4we have followed the
recommendationin fullfor the wholeof the period above. We
have disclosed this in our Corporate Governance Statement:
Where a box below is ticked, we have NOT followed the
recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Our
reasons for not doing so are:5
6.5 A listed entity should give security holders the option to receive
communications from, and send communications to, the entity
and its security registry electronically.

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
PRINCIPLE 7 – RECOGNISE AND MANAGE RISK
7.1 The board of a listed entity should:
(a)
have a committee or committees to oversee risk, each of
which:
(1)
has at least three members, a majority of whom are
independent directors; and
(2)
is chaired by an independent director,
and disclose:
(3)
the charter of the committee;
(4)
the members of the committee; and
(5)
as at the end of each reporting period, the number
of times the committee met throughout the period
and the individual attendances of the members at
those meetings; or
(b)
if it does not have a risk committee or committees that
satisfy (a) above, disclose that fact and the processes it
employs for overseeing the entity’s risk management
framework.

[If the entity complies with paragraph (a):]
and we have disclosed a copy of the charter of the committee at:
www.element25.com.au
and the information referred to in paragraphs (4) and (5) at:
Corporate Governance Statement
set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
7.2 The board or a committee of the board should:
(a)
review the entity’s risk management framework at least
annually to satisfy itself that it continues to be sound and
that the entity is operating with due regard to the risk
appetite set by the board; and
(b)
disclose, in relation to each reporting period, whether
such a review has taken place.

and we have disclosed whether a review of the entity’s risk
management framework was undertaken during the reporting period
at:
Corporate Governance Statement

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement

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ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4G

Appendix 4G Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

Corporate Governance Council recommendation Corporate Governance Council recommendation Where a box below is ticked,4we have followed the
recommendationin fullfor the wholeof the period above. We
have disclosed this in our Corporate Governance Statement:
Where a box below is ticked, we have NOT followed the
recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Our
reasons for not doing so are:5
7.3 A listed entity should disclose:
(a)
if it has an internal audit function, how the function is
structured and what role it performs; or
(b)
if it does not have an internal audit function, that fact and
the processes it employs for evaluating and continually
improving the effectiveness of its governance, risk
management and internal control processes.

[If the entity complies with paragraph (b):]
and we have disclosed the fact that we do not have an internal audit
function and the processes we employ for evaluating and continually
improving the effectiveness of our risk management and internal
control processes at:
Corporate Governance Statement

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement
7.4 A listed entity should disclose whether it has any material
exposure to environmental or social risks and, if it does, how it
manages or intends to manage those risks.

and we have disclosed whether we have any material exposure to
environmental and social risks at:
Corporate Governance Statement
and, if we do, how we manage or intend to manage those risks at:
Corporate Governance Statement

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement

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ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4G

Appendix 4G Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

Corporate Governance Council recommendation Corporate Governance Council recommendation Where a box below is ticked,4we have followed the
recommendationin fullfor the wholeof the period above. We
have disclosed this in our Corporate Governance Statement:
Where a box below is ticked, we have NOT followed the
recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Our
reasons for not doing so are:5
PRINCIPLE 8 – REMUNERATE FAIRLY AND RESPONSIBLY
8.1 The board of a listed entity should:
(a)
have a remuneration committee which:
(1)
has at least three members, a majority of whom are
independent directors; and
(2)
is chaired by an independent director,
and disclose:
(3)
the charter of the committee;
(4)
the members of the committee; and
(5)
as at the end of each reporting period, the number
of times the committee met throughout the period
and the individual attendances of the members at
those meetings; or
(b)
if it does not have a remuneration committee, disclose
that fact and the processes it employs for setting the level
and composition of remuneration for directors and senior
executives and ensuring that such remuneration is
appropriate and not excessive.

[If the entity complies with paragraph (a):]
and we have disclosed a copy of the charter of the committee at:
www.element25.com.au
and the information referred to in paragraphs (4) and (5) at:
Directors’ Report within the 2021 Annual Report
set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable
8.2 A listed entity should separately disclose its policies and
practices regarding the remuneration of non-executive directors
and the remuneration of executive directors and other senior
executives.

and we have disclosed separately our remuneration policies and
practices regarding the remuneration of non-executive directors and
the remuneration of executive directors and other senior executives
at:
Directors’ Report within the 2021 Annual Report

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement OR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable
8.3 A listed entity which has an equity-based remuneration scheme
should:
(a)
have a policy on whether participants are permitted to
enter into transactions (whether through the use of
derivatives or otherwise) which limit the economic risk of
participating in the scheme; and
(b)
disclose that policy or a summary of it.

and we have disclosed our policy on this issue or a summary of it at:
www.element25.com.au

set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we do not have an equity-based remuneration scheme and
this recommendation is therefore not applicableOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable

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ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4G

Appendix 4G Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

Corporate Governance Council recommendation Corporate Governance Council recommendation Where a box below is ticked,4we have followed the
recommendationin fullfor the wholeof the period above. We
have disclosed this in our Corporate Governance Statement:
Where a box below is ticked, we have NOT followed the
recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Our
reasons for not doing so are:5
ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS THAT APPLY ONLY IN CERTAIN CASES
9.1 A listed entity with a director who does not speak the language
in which board or security holder meetings are held or key
corporate documents are written should disclose the processes
it has in place to ensure the director understands and can
contribute to the discussions at those meetings and
understands and can discharge their obligations in relation to
those documents.
N/A

and we have disclosed information about the processes in place at:
………………………………………………………………………
[insert location]

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement OR

we do not have a director in this position and this
recommendation is therefore not applicable OR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable
9.2 A listed entity established outside Australia should ensure that
meetings of security holders are held at a reasonable place and
time.
N/A

set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are established in Australia and this recommendation is
therefore not applicableOR

we are an externally managed entity and this recommendation
is therefore not applicable
9.3 A listed entity established outside Australia, and an externally
managed listed entity that has an AGM, should ensure that its
external auditor attends its AGM and is available to answer
questions from security holders relevant to the audit.
N/A

set out in our Corporate Governance StatementOR

we are established in Australia and not an externally managed
listed entity and this recommendation is therefore not
applicable

we are an externally managed entity that does not hold an
AGM and this recommendation is therefore not applicable
ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES APPLICABLE TO EXTERNALLY MANAGED LISTED ENTITIES
- Alternative to Recommendation 1.1 for externally managed
listed entities:
The responsible entity of an externally managed listed entity
should disclose:
(a)
the arrangements between the responsible entity and the
listed entity for managing the affairs of the listed entity;
and
(b)
the role and responsibility of the board of the responsible
entity for overseeing those arrangements.
N/A

and we have disclosed the information referred to in paragraphs (a)
and (b) at:
……………………………………………………………………………..
[insert location]

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement

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ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4G

Appendix 4G Key to Disclosures Corporate Governance Council Principles and Recommendations

Corporate Governance Council recommendation Corporate Governance Council recommendation Where a box below is ticked,4we have followed the
recommendationin fullfor the wholeof the period above. We
have disclosed this in our Corporate Governance Statement:
Where a box below is ticked, we have NOT followed the
recommendation in full for the whole of the period above. Our
reasons for not doing so are:5
- Alternative to Recommendations 8.1, 8.2 and 8.3 for externally
managed listed entities:
An externally managed listed entity should clearly disclose the
terms governing the remuneration of the manager.
N/A

and we have disclosed the terms governing our remuneration as
manager of the entity at:
……………………………………………………………………………..
[insert location]

set out in our Corporate Governance Statement

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT 2021

The Board of Element 25 Ltd (“Board”) is committed to ensuring that the Company’s obligations and responsibilities to its various stakeholders are fulfilled through its corporate governance practices. The directors of the Company (“Directors”, being either “Non-Executive Directors” or “Executive Directors”) undertake to perform their duties with honesty, integrity, care and due diligence, to act in good faith in the best interests of the Company in a manner that reflects the highest standards of corporate governance.

The Company’s Board is committed to a high standard of corporate governance practices, ensuring that the Company complies with the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), ASX Listing Rules, Company Constitution and other applicable laws and regulations.

Corporate Governance Compliance

For the year ended 30 June 2021 the Company has followed the 4[th] edition of the ASX Corporate Governance Council’s Principles and Recommendations (“Principles and Recommendations”) where the Board has considered the recommendations to be an appropriate benchmark for its corporate governance practices.

Where, after due consideration, the Company’s corporate governance practices depart from a recommendation, the Board has offered full disclosure and reason for adoption of its own practice, in compliance with the “if not, why not” regime.

This statement was approved by the Board on 30 September 2021.

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT 2021

Principle ASX Recommendation Conform Disclosure
(Y/N)
Principle 1: Lay solid foundations for management and oversight
1.1 A listed entity should have and disclose a board charter
setting out:
a) The respective roles and responsibilities of its board
and management; and
b) Those matters expressly reserved to the board and
those delegated to management.
Y The Board Charter details the functions and responsibilities of the Board and
management, including matters reserved for the Board. The Board Charter is
available within the Corporate Governance section of the Company’s website.
1.2 A listed entity should:
a) Undertake appropriate checks before appointing a
director or senior executive or putting someone forward
for election as a director; and
b) Provide security holders with all material information in
its possession relevant to a decision on whether or not
to elect or re-elect a Director.
Y The full Board undertakes the duties that fall to the nomination committee under
the Company’s Nomination Committee Charter, which is available within the
Corporate Governance section of the Company’s website.
The role of the Nomination Committee is to identify and recommend candidates
to fill casual vacancies and to determine the appropriateness of director
nominees for election to the Board. The Nomination Committee Charter
requires the Board to make appropriate background checks prior to
recommending a candidate for election or re-election as a director. The Board
must identify and recommend candidates only after considering the necessary
and desirable competencies of new Board members to ensure the appropriate
mix of skills and experience and after an assessment of how the candidate can
contribute to the strategic direction of the Company.
All material information relevant to whether or not to elect or re-elect a director
is provided to the Company’s shareholders as part of the Notice of Meeting and
explanatory memorandum for the relevant meeting of shareholders which
addresses the election or re-election of a director.
1.3 A listed entity should have a written agreement with each
Director and senior executive setting out the terms of their
appointment.
Y The Remuneration Committee Charter, which is available within the Corporate
Governance section of the Company’s website, requires the Company to have
a written agreement with each Director and senior executive setting out the
terms of their engagement.
Each Non-Executive Director has signed a letter of appointment. Each
Executive Director has signed an executive service agreement.

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Principle ASX Recommendation Conform Disclosure
(Y/N)
1.4 The company secretary of a listed entity should be
accountable directly to the board, through the chair, on all
matters to do with the proper functioning of the board.
Y The Company Secretary is accountable to the Board, through the Chairman,
on all governance matters and reports directly to the Chairman as the
representative of the Board. The Company Secretary has primary responsibility
for ensuring that the Board processes and procedures run efficiently and
effectively.
Details are contained in Clause 4 of the Board Charter which is available within
the Corporate Governance section of the Company’s website.
1.5 A listed entity should:
a) Have and disclose a diversity policy;
b) Through its board or a committee of the board set
measurable objectives for achieving gender diversity in
the composition of its board, senior executives and
workforce generally; and
c) Disclose in relation to each reporting period:
1) the measurable objectives set for that period to
achieve gender diversity
2) the entity’s progress towards achieving those
objectives; and
3) either:
A. the respective proportions of men and women on
the board, in senior executive positions and
across the whole workforce (including how the
entity has defined “senior executive” for these
purposes); or
B. if the entity is a “relevant employer” under the
Workplace Gender Equality Act, the entity’s most
recent “Gender Equality Indicators”, as defined
in and published under that Act.
If the entity was in the S&P / ASX 300 Index at the
commencement of the reporting period, the measurable
objective for achieving gender diversity in the composition
of its board should be to have not less than 30% of its
directors of each gender within a specified period.
N The Company has adopted a Diversity Policy which is available within the
Corporate Governance section of the Company’s website. The Company
recognises that a diverse and talented workforce is a competitive advantage
and encourages a culture that embraces diversity. The Company does not think
that it is appropriate to state measurable objectives for achieving gender
diversity due to its size and stage of development.
The proportion of women employees across the whole organisation at 30 June
2021 is (by category):

Board – nil

Senior Executive1– 22%

Whole workforce2– 26%
1Senior executive defined to include Directors, Study Manager, Marketing
Manager, Development Manger, CFO and Company Secretary.
2Includes Directors and senior executives.

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Principle ASX Recommendation Conform Disclosure
(Y/N)
1.6 A listed entity should:
a) Have and disclose a process for periodically evaluating
the performance of the board, its committees and
individual directors; and
b) Disclose, in relation to each reporting period, whether a
performance evaluation was undertaken in the reporting
period in accordance with that process.
Y The Board Charter, which is available within the Corporate Governance section
of the Company’s website, details the process for evaluating the Board, its
Committees and individual Directors. The assessment process which may be
used by the Board is that each director completes a questionnaire relating to
the role, composition, procedures, practices and behaviour of the Board and its
members. An independent third party consultant may be used to facilitate the
assessment.
A Board performance review was not undertaken in the 2021 financial year.
1.7 A listed entity should:
a) Have and disclose a process for evaluating the
performance of its senior executives at least once every
reporting period; and
b) Disclose
for
each
reporting
period
whether a
performance evaluation was undertaken in accordance
with that process during or in respect of that period.
Y
Y
Performance evaluation is currently a process undertaken informally. Staff
matters (including performance) are discussed on a regular basis and at a
minimum, annually.
Principle 2: Structure the board to be effective and add value
2.1 The board of a listed entity should:
a) Have a nomination committee which:
1) Has at least three members, a majority of whom are
independent directors; and
2) Is chaired by an independent director,
And disclose:
3) The charter of the committee;
4) The members of the committee; and
5) As at the end of each reporting period, the number
of times the committee met throughout the period
and the individual attendances of the members at
those meetings; or
b) If it does not have a nomination committee, disclose that
fact and the processes it employs to address board
succession issues and to ensure that the board has the
appropriate balance of skills, knowledge, experience,
independence and diversity to enable it to discharge its
duties and responsibilities effectively.
N
Y
The Company does not currently have a nomination committee. The Board has
decided that no efficiencies will be achieved by establishing a separate
nomination committee. The Board carries out the duties that would otherwise
be undertaken by the nomination committee, in accordance with the
Nomination Committee Charter, which is available within the Corporate
Governance section of the Company’s website. The Board intends to
reconsider the requirement for, and benefits of, a separate nomination
committee as the Company’s operations grow and evolve.
As a matter of practice, potential candidates for the office of Director are
assessed to ensure they possess the relevant skills, experience, personal
attributes and capability to devote the necessary time and commitment to the
role in order to discharge duties both responsibly and effectively.

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Principle ASX Recommendation Conform Disclosure Disclosure Disclosure Disclosure
(Y/N)
2.2 A listed entity should have and disclose a board skills matrix
setting out the mix of skills and diversity that the board
currently has or is looking to achieve in its membership.
Y Collectively, the Board has an extensive range of commercial skills and other
relevant experience which are vital for the effective management of the
business. Board members, including some who are also directors of other ASX-
listed companies, together have a combination of experience in the following
business areas:
Commercial
Business development
Corporate Governance
Risk management
Legal
Mineral exploration
Investor relations
Geographic experience
Capital raising
Mineral development
Corporate strategy
Mining Operations
Leadership
Accounting
2.3 A listed entity should disclose:
a) The names of the directors considered by the board to
be independent directors;
b) If a director has an interest, position, association or
relationship of the type described in Box 2.3 (Factors
relevant to addressing the independence of a director)
but the board is of the opinion that it does not
compromise the independence of the director, the
nature of the interest, position, association or
relationship in question and an explanation of why the
board is of that opinion; and
c) The length of service of each director.
Y As at 30 June 2021 the Board consisted of:
Name Role Independent Date appointed
Seamus
Cornelius
Non-Executive
Chairman
Yes June 2011
Justin
Brown
Managing Director No May 2006
John
Ribbons
Non-Executive
Director
Yes July 2010

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Principle ASX Recommendation Conform Disclosure
(Y/N)
2.4 A majority of the board of a listed entity should be
independent directors.
N There are three Directors on the Board, one of whom (Mr Brown) is an
executive and therefore not independent.
During the period until 31 December 2020, Mr Ribbons was not considered
independent only by virtue of his role as Company Secretary of the Company.
Mr Ribbons ceased in the role as Company Secretary and accordingly is
considered to be independent from 1 January 2021.
Mr Cornelius is considered to be an independent director as he is not part of
the management team and is regarded as being free of any relationship (other
than that of shareholder of the Company) that could materially interfere with the
independent exercise of his judgement.
Given all the circumstances attendant upon the Company (including its
objectives, the nature and extent of its actual and proposed operations, its
capital base and other resources, the costs associated with a board comprised
of more than the current number and the need for a board comprised of persons
with a blend and diversity of traits, skills, gender, experience, expertise,
entrepreneurialism, innovation, tenacity, vision and dedication in order to
enliven the prospects of creating value for shareholders) it is thought by the
Board that to appoint further directors (whose perceived independence is
beyond doubt).
Whilst the Company did not comply with this recommendation for the whole
period, it has complied with the recommendation from 1 January 2021.
2.5 The chair of the board of a listed entity should be an
independent director, and in particular, should not be the
same person as the CEO of the entity.
Y Seamus Cornelius, who was appointed as Chairman in June 2011, is an
independent Non-Executive Director. He does not perform the role of CEO of
the Company (which position is currently held by Justin Brown).
2.6 A listed entity should have a program for inducting new
directors and for periodically reviewing whether there is a
need for existing directors to undertake professional
development to maintain the skills and knowledge needed
to perform their role as directors effectively.
Y Induction and professional development form part of the responsibilities of the
Nomination Committee as noted in the Nomination Committee Charter, which
is available within the Corporate Governance section of the Company’s
website. Induction documents are provided with a written engagement letter
and the Company Secretary is available to assist with the process of new
Directors
familiarising
themselves
with
the
Company.
Professional
development requirements are addressed as circumstances require.

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Principle ASX Recommendation Conform Disclosure Disclosure
(Y/N)
Principle 3: Instil a culture of acting lawfully, ethically and
responsibly
3.1 A listed entity should articulate and disclose its values. Y The Company’s values are set out in the Code of Conduct Policy, and are as
follows:

Integrity– We will act with personal integrity and fairness; communicate
openly, honestly and constructively; build and maintain trust with our
work mates; be transparent in approaches to each other; act with we
‘walk the talk’.

Equal Opportunity– We are committed to providing safe, inclusive and
respectful workplaces, which are free from discrimination and
harassment.

Safety and Wellbeing– We will operate according to company plans,
standards, policies, procedures and guidelines; demonstrate duty of
care to self and others; be vigilant for and promote safety improvements;
identify hazards and control them in a timely manner; demonstrate a
balance between working and home life.

Transparency– We will seek feedback in order to achieve open
communication and foster collaboration; offer constructive feedback to
others that is timely, specific and descriptive; be proactive in
communicating outcomes across our sites and to the corporate team.

Professionalism– We will be accountable and follow through with
commitments; volunteer and demonstrate enthusiasm for challenges;
operate with a bias for action; strive to exceed the standards and
expectations of the business; lead and influence others in a positive way
- “lead by example”; acknowledge mistakes.

Effectiveness– We are performance and outcome orientated; focus on
business goals and objectives; assess appropriate allocation of
resources, energy and time when undertaking tasks; demonstrate
constructive and deliberate actions to ensure delivery of service; seek
out opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Sustainability– We will surpass our shareholder’s expectations; think
both short and long term; foster business relationships; deliver on our
obligations to environment and community.

Innovation– We will promote continuous improvement; encourage and
value new ideas; assess and provide constructive feedback; be
prepared to ask “why” and challenge boundaries; regularly benchmark
our performance against similar businesses with the objective to
improve; think ahead, anticipate obstacles and provide solutions;
demonstrate initiative; celebrate successes.
Equal Opportunity– We are committed to providing safe, inclusive and

respectful workplaces, which are free from discrimination and

harassment.
Safety and Wellbeing– We will operate according to company plans,
standards, policies, procedures and guidelines; demonstrate duty of
care to self and others; be vigilant for and promote safety improvements;
identify hazards and control them in a timely manner; demonstrate a
balance between working and home life.
Transparency– We will seek feedback in order to achieve open
communication and foster collaboration; offer constructive feedback to
others that is timely, specific and descriptive; be proactive in
communicating outcomes across our sites and to the corporate team.
Professionalism– We will be accountable and follow through with
commitments; volunteer and demonstrate enthusiasm for challenges;
operate with a bias for action; strive to exceed the standards and
expectations of the business; lead and influence others in a positive way
- “lead by example”; acknowledge mistakes.
Effectiveness– We are performance and outcome orientated; focus on
business goals and objectives; assess appropriate allocation of
resources, energy and time when undertaking tasks; demonstrate
constructive and deliberate actions to ensure delivery of service; seek
out opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Sustainability– We will surpass our shareholder’s expectations; think
both short and long term; foster business relationships; deliver on our
obligations to environment and community.
Innovation– We will promote continuous improvement; encourage and
value new ideas; assess and provide constructive feedback; be
prepared to ask “why” and challenge boundaries; regularly benchmark
our performance against similar businesses with the objective to
improve; think ahead, anticipate obstacles and provide solutions;
demonstrate initiative; celebrate successes.

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Principle ASX Recommendation Conform Disclosure
(Y/N)
3.2 A listed entity should:
a) Have and disclose a code of conduct for its directors,
senior executives and employees; and
b) Ensure that the board or a committee of the board is
informed of any material breaches of that code by a
director or senior executive; and
c) Any other material breaches of that code that call into
question the culture of the organisation.
Y The Company has formulated a general Code of Conduct and a Code of
Conduct for Directors and Executives which all employees and directors are
expected, at a minimum, to follow. The Codes are available within the
Corporate Governance section of the Company’s website.
3.3 A listed entity should:
a)
Have and disclose a whistleblower policy; and
b)
Ensure that the board or a committee of the board is
informed of any material incidents reported under that
policy.
Y The Company has established a Whistleblower Policy which is available within
the Corporate Governance section on the Company’s website. The Policy
affirms the Company’s responsibility and commitment to full compliance with
applicable laws and regulations.
As set out in the policy, the Audit Committee is responsible for investigating and
resolving all reported concerns.
3.4 A listed entity should:
a)
Have and disclose an anti-bribery and corruption
policy; and
b)
Ensure that the board or a committee of the board is
informed of any material breaches of that policy.
Y The Company has adopted an Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy which is
available within the Corporate Governance section on the Company’s website.
This Policy affirms the Company’s commitment to maintaining a high standard
of ethical conduct in all business dealings and compliance with applicable anti-
bribery or anti-corruption regulations.
The Audit Committee is responsible for reviewing any material breaches
reported under the Company’s Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy.

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Principle ASX Recommendation Conform Disclosure
(Y/N)
Principle 4: Safeguard integrity of corporate reports
4.1 The board of a listed entity should:
a) Have an audit committee which:
1) Has at least three members, all of whom are non-
executive directors and a majority of whom are
independent directors; and
2) Is chaired by an independent director, who is not the
chair of the board,
And disclose:
3) The charter of the committee;
4) The relevant qualifications and experience of the
members of the committee; and
5) In relation to each reporting period, the number of
times the committee met throughout the period and
the individual attendances of the members at those
meetings; or
b) If it does not have an audit committee, disclose that fact
and the processes it employs that independently verify
and safeguard the integrity of its corporate reporting,
including the processes for the appointment and
removal of the external auditor and the rotation of the
audit engagement partner.
N
N
Y
Y
Y
The Company has established an Audit Committee which is comprised of the
full Board. There are two non-executive directors on the Board. Sourcing
alternative directors to strictly comply with this Principle is considered
expensive with costs out weighing potential benefits. The chair of the committee
is Mr Ribbons, an independent director (independent from 1 January 2021 as
detailed above) who is not chair of the Board.
The Audit Committee Charter is available within the Corporate Governance
section of the Company’s website.
The qualifications, experience and attendance of the members of the Audit
Committee are disclosed in the Company’s Directors’ Report (contained in the
2021 Annual Report).
4.2 The board of a listed entity should, before it approves the
entity’s financial statements for a financial period, receive
from its CEO and CFO a declaration that, in their opinion,
the financial records of the entity have been properly
maintained and that the financial statements comply with
the appropriate accounting standards and give a true and
fair view of the financial position and performance of the
entity and that the opinion has been formed on the basis of
a sound system of risk management and internal control
which is operating effectively.
Y Under the Company’s Risk Management Policy, which is available within the
Corporate Governance section of the Company’s website, the Managing
Director/CEO and CFO will provide a written declaration of assurance that in
their opinion, the financial records of the Company for the relevant reporting
period have been properly maintained, comply with appropriate accounting
standards and give a true and fair view of the financial position and performance
of the Company and has been formed on the basis of a sound system of risk
management and internal control which is operating effectively.
4.3 A listed entity should disclose its process to verify the
integrity of any periodic corporate report it releases to the
market that is not audited or reviewed by an external
auditor.
Y The Company has established a process whereby periodic corporate reports
are subject to review by the Board prior to release to the market (includes the
Appendix 5B / quarterly cashflow report).

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Principle ASX Recommendation Conform Disclosure
(Y/N)
Principle 5: Make timely and balanced disclosure
5.1 A listed entity should have and disclose a written policy for
complying with its continuous disclosure obligations under
Listing Rule 3.1.
Y The Company has adopted a Continuous Disclosure Policy, which is available
within the Corporate Governance section of the Company’s website. The Policy
is designed to guide compliance with ASX Listing Rules disclosure
requirements, and to ensure all Directors, senior executives and employees of
the Company understand their responsibilities under the Policy.
5.2 A listed entity should ensure that its board receives copies
of all material market announcements promptly after they
have been made.
Y The Company has established a process whereby all directors receive
notification of all announcements immediately upon release to the market.
5.3 A listed entity that gives a new and substantive investor or
analyst presentation should release a copy of the
presentation materials on the ASX Market Announcements
Platform ahead of the presentation.
Y The Company releases copies of its presentation materials via the market
announcements platform ahead of presentations.
Principle 6: Respect the rights of security holders
6.1 A listed entity should provide information about itself and its
governance to investors via its website.
Y The Company has a Shareholder Communication Policy, which is available
within the Corporate Governance section of the Company’s website.
The Company website provides a platform to disclose official ASX releases of
material information and periodic reports, press releases, notices and
presentations as well as a mechanism for shareholders to contact the Company
via email.
6.2 A listed entity should have an investor relations program
that facilitates effective two-way communication with
investors.
Y Refer 6.1.
6.3 A listed entity should disclose how it facilitates and
encourages participation at meetings of security holders.
Y The Company has a Shareholder Communication Policy, which is available
within the Corporate Governance section of the Company’s website. The Policy
specifically encourages full participation of shareholders at the Annual General
Meeting to ensure a high level of accountability and identification with the
Company’s strategy and goals and outlines the various ways in which the
Company communicates with shareholders.
6.4 A listed entity should ensure that all substantive resolutions
at a meeting of security holders are decided by a poll rather
than by a show of hands.
Y The Company complies with this recommendation.

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Principle ASX Recommendation Conform Disclosure
(Y/N)
6.5 A listed entity should give security holders the option to
receive communications from, and send communications
to, the entity and its security registry electronically.
Y Shareholders can register with the Company’s share registrar to receive email
notifications of when an announcement is made by the Company to ASX,
including the release of annual, half-yearly and quarterly reports. Further, the
Company provides information through its website enabling security holders to
email the Company. The share registrar also provides the ability to email the
share registrar and to receive documents by email from the share registrar.
Principle 7: Recognise and manage risk
7.1 The board of a listed entity should:
a) Have a committee or committees to oversee risk, each
of which:
1) Has at least three members, a majority of whom are
independent directors; and
2) Is chaired by an independent director,
And disclose:
3) The charter of the committee;
4) The members of the committee; and
5) As at the end of each reporting period, the number
of times the committee met throughout the period
and the individual attendances of the members at
those meetings; or
b) If it does not have a risk committee or committees that
satisfy (a) above, disclose that fact and the processes it
employs for overseeing the entity’s risk management
framework.
N
Y
The Company does not currently have a risk committee. The Board has decided
that no efficiencies will be achieved by establishing a separate risk committee.
The full Board undertakes the duties which fall to the Risk Management
Committee under the Company’s Risk Management Policy, which is available
within the Corporate Governance section of the Company’s website. The Board
recognises its responsibility for identifying areas of significant business risk and
for ensuring that arrangements are in place for adequately managing these
risks. This issue is regularly reviewed at Board meetings and risk management
culture is encouraged amongst employees and contractors.
7.2 The board or a committee of the board should:
a) Review the entity’s risk management framework at least
annually to satisfy itself that it continues to be sound;
and
b) Disclose, in relation to each reporting period, whether
such a review has taken place.
Y The Board determines the Company’s ‘risk profile’ and is responsible for
overseeing and approving risk management strategy and policies, internal
compliance and non-financial internal control.
The Board has reviewed the Company’s risk profile during the 2021 financial
year and updated its risk assessment matrix. Additionally, this issue is regularly
reviewed at Board meetings and risk management culture is encouraged
amongst employees and contractors.

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Principle ASX Recommendation Conform Disclosure
(Y/N)
7.3 A listed entity should disclose:
a) If it has an internal audit function, how the function is
structured and what role it performs; or
b) If it does not have an internal audit function, disclose
that fact and the processes it employs for evaluating
and continually improving the effectiveness of its risk
management and internal control processes.
N The Company does not have an internal audit function.
Under the Company’s Risk Management Policy, the responsibility for
undertaking and assessing risk management and internal control effectiveness
is assumed by the full Board.
7.4 A listed entity should disclose whether it has any material
exposure to environmental or social risks and, if it does,
how it manages or intends to manage those risks.
Y During the year, the Company has evolved from an exploration company to a
producer and is continuing to actively develop its Butcherbird Project (Project).
As at 30 June 2021 the Company is exposed to environmental risk and social
risk. The Company has an Environmental Policy, which is available within the
Corporate Governance section of the Company’s website, to provide for the
effective involvement of communities in decisions that affect them.
Principle 8: Remunerate fairly and responsibly
8.1 The board of a listed entity should:
a) Have a remuneration committee which:
1) Has at least three members, a majority of whom are
independent directors; and
2) Is chaired by an independent director,
And disclose:
3) The charter of the committee;
4) The members of the committee; and
5) As at the end of each reporting period, the number
of times the committee met throughout the period
and the individual attendances of the members at
those meetings; or
b) If it does not have a remuneration committee, disclose
that fact and the processes it employs for setting the
level and composition of remuneration for directors and
senior executives and ensuring that such remuneration
is appropriate and not excessive.
N
Y
Y
Y
Y
The Company has established a Remuneration Committee which comprises
only non-executive directors (Messrs Cornelius and Ribbons). There are two
non-executive directors on the Board. Sourcing alternative directors to strictly
comply with this Principle is considered expensive with costs outweighing
potential benefits. The chair of the committee is Mr Cornelius, an independent
director.
The Remuneration Committee Charter is available within the Corporate
Governance section of the Company’s website.
The qualifications, experience and attendance of the members of the
Remuneration Committee are disclosed in the Company’s Directors’ Report
(contained in the 2021 Annual Report).
8.2 A listed entity should separately disclose its policies and
practices regarding the remuneration of non-executive
directors and the remuneration of executive directors and
other senior executives.
Y Details of the Company’s policies and practices regarding the remuneration of
Directors and other senior management is set out in the Remuneration Report
as disclosed in the Company’s Directors’ Report (contained in the 2021 Annual
Report).

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Principle ASX Recommendation Conform Disclosure
(Y/N)
8.3 A listed entity which has an equity-based remuneration
scheme should:
a) Have a policy on whether participants are permitted to
enter into transactions (whether through the use of
derivatives or otherwise) which limit the economic risk
of participating in the scheme; and
b) Disclose that policy or a summary of it.
Y The Company’s Securities Trading Policy specifically prevents employees
engaging in margin lending or otherwise leveraging securities without the fully
informed consent of the board.
The Securities Trading Policy is available within the Corporate Governance
section of the Company’s website.
The Company does not have a policy in relation to participants limiting their
exposure to risk in relation to securities, but the Board actively discourages
participants from obtaining mortgages in securities held in the Company
through the Securities Trading Policy.