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EVOLUTION MINING LIMITED Interim / Quarterly Report 2023

Oct 19, 2022

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HIGHLIGHTS – PERIOD ENDING 30 SEPTEMBER 2022

QUARTERLY REPORT

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Solid start to FY23 and on track to deliver guidance

  • Improved safety performance with a 5% reduction in TRIF to 10.15

  • Gold production of 161,098 ounces for the quarter with quarterly production scheduled to increase for the remainder of FY23

  • Planned plant maintenance shutdowns completed at Cowal, Red Lake and Ernest Henry

  • Mt Rawdon experienced heavy rain which impacted production by ~6,500 ounces

  • All-in Sustaining Cost (AISC)[1] of $1,513 per ounce (US$1,034/oz)[2] and planned to trend lower over FY23

  • The achieved copper price ($10,873/t) for the quarter increased AISC by ~$145 per ounce against plan. The current copper price is around $1,100/t higher

  • High margin operating mine cash flow of $206.3 million or $1,266 per ounce sold

  • All sites generated positive cash flow before major capital

Red Lake transformation continues

  • First stope ore mined from the upper Campbell mine which has the highest grade Ore Reserve at Red Lake

  • ▪ Gold grade processed for the quarter increased by 14% to 5.82g/t

  • New tertiary crusher installed and commissioned in Campbell process plant that will contribute to higher throughput rates

Key projects progressing to plan

  • Cowal underground remains on budget and schedule with first stope ore due in the June 2023 quarter

  • ▪ Ernest Henry Mine Extension Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) on track to complete by December 2022, supported by new Mineral Resource with 28% increase in copper and 24% increase in gold[3] . Subsequent drilling has demonstrated future potential to further increase the Mineral Resource in the PFS area

  • Mt Rawdon Pumped Hydro Project declared a Coordinated Project by the Queensland Government in early October

Investment grade balance sheet maintained

  • Investment grade credit rating reaffirmed during the quarter as part of the annual review

  • Revolving Credit Facility renewed for three years to October 2025 and increased to $525 million (undrawn)

  • ▪ Balance sheet strength demonstrated by facility being renewed on same commercial terms as expiring facility

  • Cash of $398 million at quarter end and liquidity of $923 million[4] after payment of 19[th] consecutive dividend of $55 million to shareholders

FY23 guidance unchanged

  • FY23 production and AISC guidance remains unchanged at 720,000 ounces +/- 5% and $1,240 per ounce +/- 5% (~US$870/oz)[5]

Commenting on the achievements in the September quarter, Evolution Executive Chair Jake Klein said:

“After a solid start where major planned maintenance was completed across our cornerstone assets to set up the year, we are on track to deliver production and cost guidance with quarterly performance expected to improve in the coming periods.

We are pleased that both our major projects at Cowal and Red Lake remain on budget and schedule.

With our credit rating reaffirmed this quarter and available liquidity of $923 million, our balance sheet is well positioned to support our growth in low-cost production of 25% over the next two years.”

1 Includes C1 cash cost, plus royalties, sustaining capital, general corporate and administration expense. Calculated per ounce sold

2 Using the average AUD:USD exchange rate of 0.6836 for the September 2022 quarter

3 See announcement titled “Material increase in Ernest Henry Mineral Resource” released to the ASX on 1 August 2022

4 Includes additional revolver limit, effective 13 October 2022

5 See announcement titled “Business Update” released to the ASX on 27 June 2022

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Consolidated production and cost summary

Units Sep Qtr FY23 Jun Qtr FY22
Gold produced oz 161,098 172,722
Copper produced t 14,469 15,301
Gold sold oz 163,000 161,066
Copper sold t 14,239 15,728
All-in Sustaining Cost1 $/oz 1,513 1,290
Operating cash flow $M 206.3 228.0
Sustaining capital $M 44.5 43.9
Mine cash flow before major
project capital6
$M 161.1 184.1
Major projects capital $M 150.7 144.8

SUSTAINABILITY

Group Total Recordable Injury Frequency (TRIF) at 30 September was 10.15 (30 June: 10.66). Health and Safety improvement plan compliance continues to improve with 100% achieved at 30 September (30 June: 96%).

Long term power supply agreement for Cowal provides a clear pathway to meeting Evolution’s commitment to reduce emissions[7] by 30% by 2030.

Evolution continues to be recognised for its Sustainability performance, maintaining an industry leading rating of ‘AA’ in the MSCI ESG Ratings assessment. Evolution also ranked among the top five industry leaders globally for ‘Business Ethics & Fraud’ and ‘Labour Management’.

OPERATIONS

Cowal

Cowal Units Sept Qtr
FY23
Jun Qtr
FY22
Gold produced oz 55,479 60,899
AISC $/oz 1,354 1,412
Operating mine cash flow $M 58.0 60.5
Sustaining capital $M 3.5 15.7
Major capital $M 83.7 69.3

Ore mined was in line with the previous quarter at 3,525kt (June qtr: 3,676kt) at a similar grade of 0.80g/t (June qtr 0.81g/t).

Ore processed was lower than the prior quarter at 2,039kt (Jun qtr: 2,238kt) due to a planned bi-annual shutdown of the process plant, which resulted in lower gold production than the prior quarter.

6 For September quarter, Net Mine Cash flow before major project capital of $161.1m is post restructuring costs of $0.8m. For June quarter, Net Mine Cash flow before major project capital of $184.1m is post restructuring costs of $0.2m. See detailed cash flow table below for further details 7 Scope 1 and 2 emissions

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The Cowal underground mine development remains on schedule and budget. All major contracts are in place, with $60.3 million major capital spend during the quarter (including on mine development and underground diamond drilling). This is in line with FY23 major capital guidance for the project of $260-280 million. During the quarter, 73kt of development ore was mined from the underground at a grade of 1.96g/t, 68kt of which was processed. First stope ore remains on track for the June 2023 quarter.

Other major capital included the integrated waste landform ($18.2 million; FY23 guidance $50-60 million).

Evolution secured a competitive, new long-term power supply agreement for Cowal which provides ongoing long-term security of power supply at competitive pricing which is fixed for the eight year term of the agreement and is consistent with Evolution’s previously reported FY23 guidance and FY24 outlook.

Ernest Henry

Ernest Henry Units Sept Qtr
FY23
Jun Qtr
FY22
Gold produced oz 20,655 21,337
Copper produced t 14,469 15,301
AISC $/oz (1,701) (2,317)
Operating mine cash flow $M 102.0 116.9
Sustaining capital $M 15.6 6.2
Major capital $M 9.9 8.7

Ernest Henry production for the quarter was in line with plan with a scheduled 60-hour shutdown of the concentrator in September to perform SAG and Vertimill relines. Gold and copper grades were similar to the prior quarter.

Mined tonnes were lower at 1,547kt (Jun qtr: 1,659kt) with a planned 140-hour shutdown completed to perform maintenance and upgrades to the shaft and feeder infrastructure. Underground lateral development continues to improve, with 2,405m developed (excluding rehab) in the quarter (Jun qtr: 2,308m).

AISC was higher than the prior quarter, driven largely by increased capital development metres of 1,053m (Jun qtr: 841m)[8] and impact from lower copper sales at 14,239t (Jun qtr: 15,728t). The achieved copper price[9] was in line with the prior quarter at $10,873/t (Jun qtr: $10,758/t) but lower than the copper price used for FY23 AISC guidance of $12,500/t.

Sustaining capital for the quarter included approximately $8.4 million on planned investment in mining mobile fleet, $5.8 million on mine development and $1.4 million on near mine exploration and resource definition drilling.

Major capital predominantly comprised the Mine Extension PFS which is progressing to plan with completion due by December 2022. Diamond drilling continued with 12.8km completed in the quarter (June qtr: 11.5km) and results are continuing to be encouraging both in the PFS area and extensional areas. The new Mineral Resource estimate and resource model[10] have been incorporated into the PFS inputs with increased confidence in ore body geometry and grade distribution.

8 Sustaining Capital includes 60% UG mine development capital

9 Achieved copper price includes impact from revaluation process during the quotational period (QP)

10 See announcement titled “Material increase in Ernest Henry Mineral Resource” released to the ASX on 1 August 2022

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Red Lake

Red Lake Units Sept Qtr
FY23
Jun Qtr
FY22
Gold produced oz 36,140 38,620
AISC $/oz 2,266 2,161
Operating mine cash flow $M 20.5 22.0
Sustaining capital $M 13.0 9.0
Major capital $M 40.5 53.7

Red Lake achieved a number of key milestones in the quarter which will improve mining and processing performance in upcoming quarters.

Mined grade of 5.81g/t represented a 13% increase from last quarter (Jun qtr: 5.16g/t). This included average mined grade of 6.56g/t in September 2022. Reconciliation of the Ore Reserve model to grade control model during the quarter reconciled well within expected tolerances. Mined tonnes were in line with last quarter at 223kt (Jun qtr: 235kt).

Development metres were 3,403m during the quarter (Jun qtr: 3,834m).

The Campbell Young Dickinson (CYD) decline advanced 854m in the quarter into upper Campbell (Jun qtr: 727m). First stope ore from upper Campbell was mined and processed during the quarter, delivering 5,400t at 7.91g/t. Contribution from upper Campbell will increase over FY23 with ~20% mined ore contribution expected for FY23.

The Campbell mill tertiary crusher was replaced and upgraded during the quarter, enabling further performance uplift. Approval was granted during the quarter for 2,200tpd (previous licence limit 2,000tpd). The scheduled crusher downtime resulted in lower tonnes processed of 209kt (Jun qtr: 258kt), offset by an increase of processed grade to 5.82g/t (Jun qtr: 258kt at 5.11g/t), 14% higher than previous quarter.

The Mill Optimisation Study to review options to support a longer-term increase to 1.8Mtpa+ milling commenced in the quarter.

Costs are expected to trend down over the year as higher-grade production from upper Campbell increases and cost and efficiency benefits from new equipment are realised.

Sustaining capital for the quarter included $1.3 million on the TSF lift to support expansion of the Red Lake tailings facility, in line with a future strategy for consolidated tailings at Red Lake.

Major capital for the quarter included $15.3 million for CYD and upper Campbell development, $3.0 million on Campbell mill upgrades and the balance on mine development to continue opening up new mining fronts.

The Red Lake site team hosted a successful visit for investors and analysts on 14-15 September which showcased progress on the operational transformation and the longer-term opportunity and upside at Red Lake. A copy of the site visit presentation can be accessed here.

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Mungari

Mungari Units Sept Qtr
FY23
Jun Qtr
FY22
Gold produced oz 34,834 35,561
AISC $/oz 2,128 1,912
Operating mine cash flow $M 16.9 22.9
Sustaining capital $M 10.0 11.3
Major capital $M 11.4 11.5

Mungari had a strong start to the year with gold production in line with plan.

Total underground ore mined was 234kt at a higher average grade of 4.03g/t (Jun qtr: 244kt at 3.91g/t). Open pit ore mined reduced to 287kt at 1.04g/t (Jun qtr: 314kt at 1.18g/t).

Plant throughput was higher than the previous quarter at 499kt (Jun qtr: 460kt). Mill feed had a higher proportion from open pit sources this quarter resulting in a lower processed grade of 2.88g/t (Jun qtr: 3.01g/t). Mill throughput for the quarter included 108kt of East Kundana ore (Jun qtr: 95kt).

AISC increased to $2,128 per ounce (Jun qtr: $1,912/oz) driven by higher maintenance activities and a tight labour market driving a higher reliance on contract labour. This, along with a lower realised gold price resulted in lower operating cash flow at $16.9 million (Jun qtr: $22.9 million).

Sustaining capital included underground mine development ($4.3 million), TSF lift ($1.9 million) and a new underground loader ($1.6 million).

Major capital was predominantly for the Mungari Future Growth Project Feasibility Study ($7.9 million), which is progressing through economic evaluation stage and remains on track for completion in the December quarter.

Mt Rawdon

Mt Rawdon Units Sept Qtr
FY23
Jun Qtr
FY22
Gold produced oz 13,990 16,304
AISC $/oz 2,431 1,752
Operating mine cash flow $M 8.9 5.6
Sustaining capital $M 2.5 1.7
Major capital $M 5.2 1.6

Mt Rawdon has continued to experience above average rainfall during the quarter which restricted access to the pit resulting in lower ore mined at 288kt at 0.81g/t (Jun qtr: 983kt at 0.71g/t). The impact of weather impacted production by ~6,500 ounces against plan. Water management activities have been a focus and the commissioning of 18 evaporators and a reverse osmosis plant contributed to re-establishing access to the open pit in late-September.

Processing performance remains steady, with 844kt processed (Jun qtr: 862kt). Production was impacted by processing of low grade stockpiles while access to the open pit was unavailable, resulting in a processed grade of 0.60g/t (Jun qtr: 0.68g/t).

AISC was primarily impacted by reduced production in the quarter due to weather impacts requiring processing of lower grade stockpile material. AISC is expected to improve as access to the higher grade ore in the pit is achieved.

Sustaining capital included the Stage 5D lift for the TSF ($2.2 million).

Major capital increased in the quarter with mining activity redirected to mine development activities with restricted access to the bottom of the pit ($2.5 million) and additional buttressing on the TSF ($2.7 million).

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Mt Rawdon Pumped Hydro Project

The Feasibility Study for the 1-2GW Mount Rawdon Pumped Hydro (MRPH) project at Mt Rawdon is progressing well and remains on track for completion by June 2023. The MRPH project is being jointly developed by Evolution and ICA Partners to provide up to 20GWh of renewable energy storage and is located at an advantageous point in the electricity network between Brisbane and the energy intensive industrial hub of Gladstone.

During the quarter the geotechnical drilling program confirmed that the location for the upper reservoir is suitable, and competent rock quality exists for the underground powerhouse chamber. The grid connection process commenced with an application made to Powerlink, and discussions continued with potential interested off-take parties and infrastructure investors which are exploring pathways to participate in the project.

In October 2022, confirmation was received from the Queensland Government’s Coordinator-General declaring MRPH a Coordinated Project, a designation intended to streamline interactions with key State Government departments and agencies. It also confirms the strategic significance of the Project in the State and its potential to contribute to the objectives of the recently announced Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan.

FINANCE

Group Sales

Financials Units Sept Qtr
FY23
Jun Qtr
FY22
Sales – gold oz 163,000 161,066
Sales – copper t 14,239 15,728
Achieved gold price $/oz 2,414 2,491
Achieved copper price11 $/t 10,873 10,758

Evolution sold 163,000 ounces of gold in the September quarter at an average price of A$2,414 per ounce (Jun qtr: 161,066 ounces at A$2,491/oz). Deliveries into the Australian hedge book totalled 25,000 ounces at an average price of A$1,894 per ounce and 10,000 ounces were delivered into the Canadian hedge book at an average price of C$2,265 per ounce. The remaining 128,000 ounces were sold in the spot market comprising 104,588 ounces delivered at an average price of A$2,514 per ounce and 23,412 ounces delivered at an average price of C$2,251 per ounce.

Evolution’s hedge book as at 30 September 2022 for the Australian operations was 75,000 ounces at an average price of A$1,921 per ounce with delivery of 25,000 ounces per quarter to June 2023. The Canadian hedge book comprises 30,000 ounces at C$2,270 per ounce with delivery of 10,000 ounces per quarter to June 2023.

Group Cash Flow

Cash at bank of $398.1 million (30 Jun 2022: $572.4 million) was after payment of the FY22 final dividend of $55.0 million and $45.0 million in scheduled debt repayments during the quarter.

In October 2022, Evolution's undrawn Revolving Credit Facility was renewed for three years to October 2025 with the facility increased from $360 million to $525 million on commercial terms in line with the expiring facility. The performance bond facilities were also renewed for a further three years to October 2025. This reinforces Evolution’s strong balance sheet with total available liquidity of $923 million[12] .

11 Achieved copper price includes impact from revaluation process during the quotational period (QP) for Ernest Henry sales 12 Includes additional revolver limit, effective 13 October 2022

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Cash flow ($M) Units Sept Qtr
FY23
Jun Qtr
FY22
Operating Mine Cash flow $M 206.3 228.0
Total Capital $M (195.2) (188.7)
Restructuring Costs $M (0.8) (0.2)
Net Mine Cash flow $M 10.3 39.1
Corporate and discovery $M (21.5) (20.1)
Net Interest expense $M (7.9) (5.1)
Other income $M 0.0 3.1
Working Capital Movement $M (30.1) 73.5
Income Tax $M (24.6) (24.1)
Group Cash flow $M (73.8) 66.3
Dividendpayment $M (55.0) 0.0
Debt repayment $M (45.0) (50.0)
Acquisitions & Integration $M (0.5) (7.9)
Divestments $M 0.0 26.2
Net Group Cash flow $M (174.3) 34.6
Opening Cash Balance 1 April 2022 $M 537.8
Opening Cash Balance 1 July 2022 $M 572.4
Closing Cash Balance 30 September 2022 $M 398.1 572.4
Undrawn Revolving Credit Facility $M 525.013 360.0
Total Liquidity $M 923.113 932.4

The achieved copper price for the September quarter was in line with the prior quarter at $10,873/t (Jun qtr $10,758/t) but lower than the copper price used for FY23 AISC guidance of $12,500/t. The achieved copper price increased AISC by ~$145 per ounce against plan. The copper price recovered later in the quarter and is now trading around $1,100/t higher. A $1,100/t copper price impact for the full year will have an $80-90/oz impact on AISC and $58-63 million impact on cash flow[14] .

The copper price is being more than offset by a higher spot gold price, which is currently ~$2,600 per ounce (US$1,650/oz)[15] , equal to ~$200 per ounce higher than the gold price achieved in the September quarter. As set out in the 2022 Full Year Financial Results Presentation[14] the sensitivities to the gold and copper price are as follows.[16]

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FY23 AISC sensitivities ($/oz) 16 FY23 Cash flow sensitivities ($M) 16
Cu price (+/-$1,100/t) 58 - 63
Cu price (+/-$1,100/t) 80 - 90
Au price (+/- $100/oz) 65 - 70
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13 Includes additional revolver limit, effective 13 October 2022

14 Refer to announcement titled “2022 Full Year Financial Results Presentation” released on ASX on 18 August 2022, slide 8 15 Using spot AUD:USD exchange rate of 0.63

16 Sensitivities shown are for full year FY23

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DISCOVERY

Ernest Henry, Queensland (100%)

Results from surface drilling at Ernest Henry (which commenced in April 2022) started to be received during the quarter and are returning strong widths and grades in expected areas. Several holes have demonstrated the potential to add new metal to the Mineral Resource in the PFS area between the 1,200m RL and 775m RL. No results from the new surface drill holes were included in the recent Mineral Resource update[17] , however will be incorporated in the next annual update scheduled in December 2022.

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Figure 1: North-south section looking west of the Ernest Henry mineralisation. Drilling completed and assayed during the September 2022 quarter (orange)

Assay results from the first 10 surface drillholes were returned during the quarter. Significant intersections from these drillholes are detailed below. To date, most infill drill hole intersections have confirmed model widths and grades. Encouragingly, the western extent of mineralisation is wider than that modelled in the current interpretation supporting the recent Mineral Resource update (Figure 2) with further drilling planned to delineate the western boundary of the ore body in the PFS extension area.

  • 112.8m (95.6m etw) grading 1.0g/t gold and 1.50% copper from 1,432.2m (EH1225)

  • 25.4m (18.2m etw) grading 2.97g/t gold and 2.00% copper from 1,425.0m (EH1225_D1)

  • 70.6m (50.2m etw) grading 1.22g/t gold and 1.16% copper from 1,459.1m (EH1225_D1)

17 See announcement titled “Material increase in Ernest Henry Mineral Resource” released to the ASX on 1 August 2022

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  • 112.1m (78.3m etw) grading 1.35g/t gold and 1.59% copper from 1,509.9m (EH1225_D1) o Including 68.1m (47.0m etw) grading 1.74g/t gold and 1.90% copper, from 1,509.9m

  • ▪ 70.3m (67.0m etw) grading 1.45g/t gold and 1.73% copper from 1,243.7m (EH1226_D1) o Including 18.3m (15.0m etw) grading 2.87g/t gold and 3.00% copper, from 1,255.7m

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Figure 2: Section 37,833mN (+/-30m) looking north showing the mineralisation intersected in EH1225_D2 further west than current domain interpretation

Observations from the latest drillhole intersections from the southern fan have highlighted a southern extension of mineralisation (Figure 3). Mineralisation was intersected outside the southern extents of the current interpretation and is estimated to be approximately 80m true width. Assays from this drillhole are expected to be used in the December 2022 Mineral Resource update. Pleasingly the ore body remains open down plunge with the potential to add incremental metal to the resource between the 1,200m RL and the 775m RL.

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Figure 3: Mineralisation intersected in latest southern fan drillhole (EH1276_D1). Diagram showing location of drill hole in relation to the mineralisation domain and then in section on 37,730mN (+/-20m)

Cue Joint Venture, WA (EVN earning 75% from Musgrave Minerals Ltd, ASX:MGV)

Diamond drilling continued at Cue during the quarter with key results highlighted below. The geology of the West Island prospect is characterised by multiple narrow high-grade intercepts along the 1.6km mineralised trend. The drilling program carried out this quarter has targeted key mineralised lodes within this trend which will inform how best to domain and model gold mineralisation and to determine the scale of the mineral system at West Island.

The mineralised lodes occur as a series of stacked shears and veins which have been supported by results in the last round of drilling. Drilling in the December 2022 quarter will evaluate the potential for multiple stacked lode positions to occur in adjacent locations which will be able to support minable widths.

Cue drilling highlights for the September quarter are summarised below.

  • 1.9m (1.71m etw) grading 34.27g/t gold from 461m (22CUDD011) o including 0.7m (0.63m etw) grading 90.1g/t gold, from 461m

  • 8.1m (7.29m etw) grading 3.72g/t gold from 563.9m (22CUDD011)

  • 6.0m (5.4m etw) grading 6.45g/t gold from 385.5m (22CUDD012)

  • 3.0m (2.70m etw) grading 5.70g/t gold from 186.4m (22CUDD016)

  • 3.7m (3.33m etw) grading 4.10g/t gold from 192.3m (22CUDD016)

  • 12.4m (11.16m etw) grading 3.78g/t gold from 373.6m (22CUDD016)

  • 1.0m (0.90m etw) grading 74.20g/t gold from 410m (22CUDD016)

  • 3.0m (2.70m etw) grading 3.35g/t gold from 501m (22CUDD016)

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Aircore drilling continued during the quarter gaining first pass drill coverage over all regional targets and infill drilling over more advanced targets. The aircore program is expected to be completed early in the December 2022 quarter.

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Figure 4: Location plan showing diamond drill hole locations at Cue reported during the September quarter

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Figure 5: Schematic section showing 22CUDD016 intercept at Cue

Note: Reported intervals provided in this report are downhole widths as true widths are not currently known. An estimated true width (etw) is provided where available

Cowal, NSW (100%)

At Cowal, two key tenements were optioned from Strategic Energy Resources (ASX:SER) which will provide complete coverage of the prospective exploration area south of the mine for new gold and copper-gold targets. Under the option agreement, Evolution has the ability to acquire a 100% ownership interest in either or both of SER’s two Exploration Licenses after a period of two years by paying $1 million per tenement. Consideration paid to SER for the two-year option period was $0.3 million.

Further information on exploration results included in this report is provided in the Drill Hole Information Summary and JORC Code 2012 Table 1 presented in Appendix 2 of this report.

Competent persons’ statement

Exploration results

The information in this report that relates to exploration results listed in the table below is based on work compiled by the person whose name appears in the same row, who is employed on a full-time basis by Evolution Mining Limited and is a Member of either the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) or the Australian Institute of Geoscientists (AIG). Each person named in the table below has sufficient experience which is relevant to the style of mineralisation and types of deposits under consideration and to the activity which he has undertaken to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the JORC Code 2012. Each person named in the table consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on his information in the form and context in which it appears.

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Activity Competent person
Membership Membership status
Ernest Henry exploration results Phil Micale
AusIMM Member
Cue exploration results Alan Hawkins
AIG Member and RPGeo

CORPORATE INFORMATION

Interactive Analyst CentreTM

Evolution’s financial, operational, resources and reserves information is available to view via the Interactive Analyst CentreTM provided on our website www.evolutionmining.com.au under the Investors tab. This useful interactive platform allows users to chart and export Evolution’s historical results for further analysis.

Forward looking statements

This report prepared by Evolution Mining Limited (or “the Company”) include forward looking statements. Often, but not always, forward looking statements can generally be identified by the use of forward looking words such as “may”, “will”, “expect”, “intend”, “plan”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “continue”, and “guidance”, or other similar words and may include, without limitation, statements regarding plans, strategies and objectives of management, anticipated production or construction commencement dates and expected costs or production outputs.

Forward looking statements inherently involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the Company’s actual results, performance and achievements to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements. Relevant factors may include, but are not limited to, changes in commodity prices, foreign exchange fluctuations and general economic conditions, increased costs and demand for production inputs, the speculative nature of exploration and project development, including the risks of obtaining necessary licenses and permits and diminishing quantities or grades of reserves, political and social risks, changes to the regulatory framework within which the Company operates or may in the future operate, environmental conditions including extreme weather conditions, recruitment and retention of personnel, industrial relations issues and litigation.

Forward looking statements are based on the Company and its management’s good faith assumptions relating to the financial, market, regulatory and other relevant environments that will exist and affect the Company’s business and operations in the future. The Company does not give any assurance that the assumptions on which forward looking statements are based will prove to be correct, or that the Company’s business or operations will not be affected in any material manner by these or other factors not foreseen or foreseeable by the Company or management or beyond the Company’s control.

Although the Company attempts and has attempted to identify factors that would cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those disclosed in forward looking statements, there may be other factors that could cause actual results, performance, achievements or events not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended, and many events are beyond the reasonable control of the Company. Accordingly, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward looking statements. Forward looking statements in these materials speak only at the date of issue. Subject to any continuing obligations under applicable law or any relevant stock exchange listing rules, in providing this information the Company does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any of the forward-looking statements or to advise of any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based.

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ABN 74 084 669 036

Board of Directors

Executive Chair

Jake Klein Lawrie Conway Jason Attew Tommy McKeith Jim Askew Andrea Hall Vicky Binns Peter Smith

Finance Director and CFO Lead Independent Director Non-executive Director Non-executive Director Non-executive Director Non-executive Director Non-executive Director

Company Secretary

Evan Elstein

Board authorisation for release

This announcement is authorised for release by Evolution’s Board of Directors.

Investor enquiries

Martin Cummings General Manager Investor Relations Tel: +61 (0) 2 9696 2900

Media enquiries

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At 30 September 2022 issued share capital was 1,834,914,135 ordinary shares.

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APPENDIX 1

September 2022 quarter production and cost summary[18]

September 2022 quarter Units Cowal Ernest
Henry
Red Lake Mungari Mt
Rawdon
Group
UG lat dev – capital m 2,444 1,053 2,460 1,170 0 7,127
UG lat dev – operating m 0 1,352 943 1,173 0 3,467
Total UG lateral development m 2,444 2,405 3,403 2,343 0 10,594
UG ore mined kt 73 1,547 223 234 0 2,077
UGgrade mined g/t 1.96 0.51 5.81 4.03 0.00 1.52
OP capital waste kt 0 0 0 0 395 395
OP operatingwaste kt 2,066 0 0 493 258 2,817
OP ore mined kt 3,525 0 0 287 288 4,100
OPgrade mined g/t 0.80 0.00 0.00 1.04 0.81 0.81
Total ore mined kt 3,598 1,547 223 521 288 6,177
Total tonnesprocessed kt 2,039 1,592 209 499 844 5,183
Gradeprocessed g/t 1.03 0.51 5.82 2.88 0.60 1.17
Recovery % 82.1 82.7 92.2 92.1 86.3 82.5
Goldproduced oz 55,479 20,655 36,140 34,834 13,990 161,098
Silverproduced oz 57,952 60,148 1,848 4,473 22,080 146,501
Copperproduced t 0 14,469 0 0 0 14,469
Gold sold oz 60,679 19,952 33,412 33,963 14,994 163,000
Achievedgoldprice $/oz 2,384 2,392 2,523 2,416 2,318 2,414
Silver sold oz 57,952 57,056 1,848 4,473 22,080 143,409
Achieved silverprice $/oz 28 30 31 22 28 29
Copper sold t 0 14,239 0 0 0 14,239
Achieved copperprice $/t 0 10,873 0 0 0 10,873
Cost Summary
Mining $/prod oz 657 2,056 985 1,273 675 1,045
Processing $/prod oz 698 1,149 384 332 853 620
Administration and sellingcosts $/prod oz 164 1,271 398 203 225 372
Stockpile adjustments $/prod oz (214) 108 (61) (72) 439 (51)
By-product credits $/prod oz (29) (7,577) (2) (3) (44) (986)
C1 Cash Cost $/prod oz 1,275 (2,993) 1,705 1,734 2,149 1,000
C1 Cash Cost $/sold oz 1,166 (3,098) 1,845 1,778 2,005 988
Royalties $/sold oz 66 488 0 65 129 110
Gold in Circuit and other
adjustments
$/sold oz 56 23 14 (14) 84 31
Sustainingcapital19 $/sold oz 57 778 389 287 165 272
Reclamation and other adjustments $/sold oz 9 108 17 11 48 27
Administration costs20 $/sold oz 86
All-in Sustaining Cost $/sold oz 1,354 (1,701) 2,266 2,128 2,431 1,513
Majorproject capital $/sold oz 1,380 495 1,211 337 349 925
Discovery $/sold oz 13 0 68 91 1 59
All-in Cost $/sold oz 2,747 (1,206) 3,545 2,555 2,781 2,498
Depreciation & Amortisation21 $/prod oz 443 2,172 347 733 1,377 794

18 All metal production is reported as payable. Ernest Henry mining and processing statistics are in 100% terms while costs represent Evolution's cost

19 Sustaining Capital includes 60% UG mine development capital. Group Sustaining Capital includes $1.49/oz for Corporate capital expenditure 20 Includes Share Based Payments

21 Group Depreciation and Amortisation includes non-cash Fair Value Unwind Amortisation of $198/oz in relation to Cowal ($46/oz), Ernest Henry ($1,376/oz), Mungari ($26/oz) and Corporate Depreciation and Amortisation of $2.35/oz

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Operational cash flow ($ millions)

Cash flow
($M)
Operating
Mine
Cash flow
Sustaining
Capital
Major
Capital
Mine
Cash
Flow
Restructuring
Costs
Net Mine
Cash flow
Cowal 58.0 (3.5) (83.7) (29.19) 0.0 (29.2)
Ernest Henry 102.0 (15.6) (9.9) 76.60 0.0 76.6
Red Lake 20.5 (13.0) (40.5) (33.01) (0.6) (33.6)
Mungari 16.9 (10.0) (11.4) (4.45) 0.0 (4.5)
Mt Rawdon 8.9 (2.5) (5.2) 1.19 (0.2) 0.96
Sept 2022 Quarter 206.3 (44.5) (150.7) 11.1 (0.8) 10.3

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APPENDIX 2 – JORC CODE 2012 ASSESSMENT AND REPORTING CRITERIA

Drill Hole Information Summary

Cue Joint Venture (EVN earning 75% from Musgrave Minerals Ltd, ASX:MGV)

Hole ID Hole
type
Northing MGA
(m)
Easting
MGA (m)
Elevation AHD
(m)
Hole
Length (m)
Dip MGA Azi MGA From (m) Interval1 (m) ETW (m) Au (g/t)
22CUDD009 DD 6942141 583999 409 589 -65 69 233.4 0.55 0.50 1.12
261.62 1.13 1.02 1.33
289 1 0.90 0.65
293 2 1.80 1.17
318 2 1.80 1.11
331.85 0.65 0.59 1.25
400 1 0.90 1.01
475.57 0.43 0.39 1.80
502 1.46 1.31 2.26
508.68 0.92 0.83 1.06
523 2 1.80 1.33
536 1 0.90 1.14
544.28 0.55 0.50 1.09
22CUDD010 DD 6941548 583905 410 462 -61 60 191.6 0.9 0.81 1.32
394 1 0.90 1.32
428 0.3 0.27 1.84
454.8 0.4 0.36 2.94
22CUDD011 DD 6942520 584129 411 631 -65 45 281 0.5 0.45 2.33
390.7 0.5 0.45 1.44
461 1.9 1.71 34.27
including 461 0.7 0.63 90.10
468.5 0.7 0.63 1.33
495.6 0.4 0.36 1.41
508.3 2 1.80 3.69
563.9 8.1 7.29 3.72
including 568.0 1 0.90 10.45
22CUDD012 DD 6942022 583920 409 451 -61 69 430.3 0.7 0.63 1.59
402 6 5.40 1.07
385.5 6 5.40 6.45
including 389.42 1.4 1.26 20.30
22CUDD013 DD 6942262 584000 414 598 -61 60 413 1 0.90 1.93
419 1 0.90 1.32
456.9 0.4 0.36 2.57
459.1 4.2 3.78 1.62
504.4 0.3 0.27 3.51
536.6 0.4 0.36 3.61
563 1 0.90 1.11
578 1 0.90 6.05

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Hole ID Hole
type
Northing MGA
(m)
Easting
MGA (m)
Elevation AHD
(m)
Hole
Length (m)
Dip MGA Azi MGA From (m) Interval1 (m) ETW (m) Au (g/t)
581 0.6 0.54 1.19
22CUDD014 DD 6941706 584073 412 642 -61 60 156 1 0.90 7.16
172.4 1 0.90 3.08
189.2 0.4 0.36 1.97
225 1 0.90 0.61
229 1 0.90 1.00
295.2 0.3 0.27 2.40
304.78 1.22 1.10 1.84
309.4 2.1 1.89 1.07
316.7 0.3 0.27 1.26
318.2 0.4 0.36 0.73
336.8 0.6 0.54 11.25
346.6 0.4 0.36 1.44
362 1 0.90 0.72
381.38 1.01 0.91 1.10
427 0.7 0.63 0.85
531 1 0.90 0.94
554.6 2.12 1.91 1.07
22CUDD016 DD 6941732 583924 411 505 -61 65 186.4 3 2.70 5.70
including 187.3 1 0.90 13.30
192.3 3.7 3.33 4.10
Including 195 1 0.90 8.06
209 1 0.90 0.59
213 3 2.70 0.73
234 1 0.90 1.03
242 1 0.90 0.73
274 1 0.90 0.59
333 1 0.90 1.45
339 1 0.90 0.54
362 1 0.90 0.64
373.6 12.4 11.16 3.79
Including 375 2 1.80 13.85
389 4 3.60 3.37
Including 389 1 0.90 9.88
398 5 4.50 1.27
403.7 0.3 0.27 0.61
410 1 0.90 74.20
423 1 0.90 0.60
428 4 3.60 1.37
435 1 0.90 3.59
448 1 0.90 4.55
453 1 0.90 5.26
458 1 0.90 3.99
467 1.3 1.17 9.02

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Hole ID Hole
type
Northing MGA
(m)
Easting
MGA (m)
Elevation AHD
(m)
Hole
Length (m)
Dip MGA Azi MGA From (m) Interval1 (m) ETW (m) Au (g/t)
Including 467 0.45 0.40 16.90
476.5 1.5 1.35 1.59
481 1.7 1.53 1.68
492 4 3.60 1.96
501 3 2.70 3.35
Including 503.5 0.5 0.45 8.38
22CUDD017 DD 6941824 584108 411 176 -55 45 131 5 4.50 1.27
159.3 0.7 0.63 0.59
171.4 0.6 0.54 1.97
22CUDD017A DD 6941824 584108 411 645 -61 51 408.3 0.7 0.63 0.51
418 1 0.90 4.13
430 0.5 0.45 1.79
498.25 0.55 0.50 0.84
501 0.5 0.45 0.56
563.75 0.55 0.50 0.68
22CUAC0097 AC 6944420 584740 413 122 -60 105 120 1 0.68
22CUAC0198 AC 6947602 585397 412 91 -90 0 86 2 0.76
22CUAC0226 AC 6946516 585227 413 180 -90 0 178 2 1.66
22CUAC0230 AC 6946381 585606 413 176 -90 0 175 1 0.51
22CUAC0245 AC 6945766 584869 414 176 -90 0 172 4 5.12
22CUAC0246 AC 6945799 584773 412 163 -90 0 161 1 5.5
22CUAC0257 AC 6945280 584977 415 167 -90 0 157 4 0.82
22CUAC0303 AC 6941988 584636 414 149 -60 60 101 2 0.57
22CUAC0300 AC 6942058 584760 415 126 -60 60 95 8 0.70
22CUAC0311 AC 6941405 584548 412 173 -60 60 165 7 2.23

Note: Reported intervals provided in this tablet are downhole widths as true widths are not currently known. The orientation structure is still being determined as it is an early exploration project

Ernest Henry, Queensland (100%)

Hole ID Hole
type
Northing
MGA (m)
Easting
MGA (m)
Elevation
AHD (m)
Hole
Length
(m)
Dip MGA Azi MGA From (m) To (m) Interval1
(m)
ETW (m) Au (g/t) Cu (%)
EH1225 DD 7,738,329 469,858 158.05 1,606.00 -70.31 239.95 1,408.0 1,414.0 6.0 5.5 0.42 0.89
1,432.2 1,545.0 112.8 95.6 1.00 1.50
EH1225_D1 DD 7,738,329 469,858 158.05 1,721.80 -49.08 241.19 1,180.0 1,194.0 14.0 12.5 0.71 1.77
1,425.0 1,450.4 25.4 18.2 2.97 2.00
1,459.1 1,529.7 70.6 50.2 1.22 1.16
1,592.0 1,614.6 22.6 18.2 0.41 1.00
1,509.9 1,622.0 112.1 78.3 1.35 1.59
including 1,509.9 1,578.0 68.1 47.0 1.74 1.90
EH1225_D2 DD 7,738,329 469,858 158.05 1,776.30 -52.41 243.78 1,644.0 1,660.0 16.0 12.7 0.71 1.47
1,678.0 1,733.4 55.4 43.8 0.52 1.06
EH1225_D3 DD 7,738,329 469,858 158.05 1,458.90 -53.79 251.91 1,171.0 1,175.0 4.0 3.1 1.01 1.89

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Hole ID Hole
type
Northing
MGA (m)
Easting
MGA (m)
Elevation
AHD (m)
Hole
Length
(m)
Dip MGA Azi MGA From (m) To (m) Interval1
(m)
ETW (m) Au (g/t) Cu (%)
EH1226_D1 DD 7,738,377 469,849 158.13 1,441.00 -62.01 268.46 1,098.0 1,126.0 28.0 25.8 0.68 1.10
1,243.7 1,314.0 70.3 67.0 1.45 1.73
including 1,255.7 1,274.0 18.3 15.0 2.87 3.00
1,353.4 1,364.0 10.6 9.3 0.64 1.26
EH1226_EXT DD 7,738,377 469,849 158.13 1,480.00 -67.45 261.67 1,112.0 1,128.0 16.0 15.0 0.57 1.18
1,393.0 1,403.0 10.0 8.6 0.46 0.82
1,436.0 1,447.7 11.7 11.0 0.45 0.73
EH1225D3_A DD 7,738,329 469,858 158.05 1,870.90 -53.79 251.81 1,536.0 1,543.0 7.0 4.3 0.49 0.76
1,626.4 1,644.0 17.6 10.7 1.16 1.81
1,678.0 1,699.4 21.4 15.7 0.53 1.10
1,703.5 1,716.6 13.1 10.9 0.56 1.05
1,731.4 1,793.4 62.0 50.1 0.50 1.07
EH1226_EXT_D1 DD 7,738,377 469,849 158.13 1,558.00 -56.65 255.95 1,109.2 1,120.9 11.7 11.3 0.84 1.58
1,407.5 1,414.0 6.5 5.5 0.97 1.64
1,425.6 1,444.0 18.4 16.0 0.69 1.20
1,454.0 1,469.6 15.6 11.3 0.41 0.86
1,477.9 1,484.8 6.9 5.3 0.31 0.80
EH1226_EXT_D2 DD 7,738,377 469,849 158.13 1,592.30 -60.65 257.61 1,272.0 1,277.0 5.0 3.4 0.23 0.85
1,414.0 1,431.5 17.5 14.3 0.64 1.19
1,456.0 1,483.2 27.2 18.6 0.59 0.98
EH1226 DD 7,738,377 469,849 158.13 1,408.00 -71.88 250.22 1,074.0 1,108.7 34.7 34.2 0.76 1.44
1,240.0 1,278.0 38.0 30.5 1.91 2.28
1,300.0 1,309.2 9.2 7.9 0.42 0.89
1,335.4 1,339.6 4.2 3.8 0.39 0.94

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Cue Joint Venture (EVN earning 75% from Musgrave Minerals Ltd, ASX:MGV)

Cue JV Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data

(Criteria in this section apply to all succeeding sections)

Cue JV Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data Cue JV Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data
Criteria 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 downhole gamma sondes,
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
representation 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 completed 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,
or
unusual commodities/mineralisation
types (e.g. submarine nodules).
▪ Sampling of Au mineralisation at the Cue JV was undertaken
using diamond core and aircore (AC) chips (surface).
▪ All drill samples were logged prior to sampling. Diamond drill core
was sampled to lithological, alteration and mineralisation related
contacts. AC sampling was conducted in 2m composite intervals
downhole. Sampling was carried out according to Evolution
protocols and QAQC procedures. All drill-hole collars were
surveyed for initial drilling and picked up after drilling using a
handheld GPS.
▪ The sampling and assaying methods are appropriate for the
orogenic mineralised system and are representative for the
mineralisation style. The sampling and assaying suitability was
validated using Evolution’s QAQC protocol and no instruments or
tools requiring calibration were used as part of the sampling
process.
▪ Diamond drill-core sample intervals were based on geology to
ensure a representative sample, with lengths ranging from 0.3m
to 1.2m. Surface diamond drilling was half core sampled.
▪ One metre AC samples are laid out in rows of 20 on the ground
and composite 2m samples were collected by scoop sampling the
one metre piles to produce a 2-3kg composite sample which was
sent to the ALS laboratory in Wangara, Perth for preparation and
transferred to the ALS laboratory in Malaga, Perth for analysis.
Sample condition data is recorded (wet, damp or dry) in the
database. Generally, recovery is 80-100% but occasionally down
to 30% on rare occasions when ground water pressure is very
high.
▪ All diamond core and AC chip samples were dried, crushed and
pulverised (total preparation) to produce a 50g charge for fire
assay of Au. A suite of additional multi elements are determined
using four-acid digest with ICP/MS and/or an ICP/AES finish for
some selected intervals for pathfinder and lithostratigraphic use.
Theseintervals are selected at the geologist’s discretion.
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.).
▪ Diamond holes from surface were wireline PQ (85mm diameter),
HQ (63.5mm diameter) and some NQ (45.1mm diameter) holes.
▪ All diamond core from surface core was orientated using the
Reflex ACT III bottom of hole orientation tool.
▪ The diamond drilling program reported here was undertaken by
West Core Drilling Pty Ltd utilising a LF90D drill rig.
▪ The aircore drilling program was undertaken Ausdrill Ltd with a 3-
inch drill pipe and blade (76mm) or hammer (76mm) using a
custom built Lake Crawler drill rig and a KL150 track mounted
aircorerig.
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 diamond core was orientated and measured during processing
and the recovery of individual core runs recorded. The core was
reconstructed into continuous runs on a cradle for orientation
marking. Hole depths were checked against driller’s core blocks.
▪ Inconsistencies between the logging and the driller’s depth
measurement blocks are investigated.
▪ Diamond core samples are considered dry. The sample recovery
and condition is recorded every metre. Generally, recovery is 98-
100% but in weathered material occasionally down to 30% on rare
occasions when ground is very broken. AC drill samples are dry
until ground water is intersected. The sample size and condition
(wet, damp, dry) is recorded every metre. Generally, recovery is
80-100% but occasionally down to 30% on rare occasions when
ground water pressure is very high.
▪ The cyclone and sample buckets are routinely cleaned to reduce
thelikelihood ofcross sample contamination.

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Cue JV Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data Cue JV Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data
Criteria 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 core has been geologically logged to the level of detail
required for a Mineral Resource estimation. RQD measurements
and geotechnical logging were taken from diamond core and
recorded.
▪ All logging is both qualitative and quantitative in nature recording
features such as structural data, sample recovery, lithology,
mineralogy, alteration, mineralisation types, vein density/type,
oxidation state, weathering, colour etc. All holes are photographed
wet. Structural measurements are taken from core using a
Kenometer instrument.
▪ All diamond and AC holes were logged in entirety from collar to
end of hole. Drill logs are loaded directly into the acQuire database
by the geologist.
▪ Drill core is cut on site by an automated Almonte core saw and
halfcoreis analysed.
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 drilled from surface and was half core sampled
and the remaining half was retained.
▪ Aircore samples were collected as 2m composites for all drill holes
in the current program using a scoop methodology.
▪ Sample preparation of diamond and AC samples was undertaken
by external laboratories according to the sample preparation and
assaying protocol established to maximise the representation of
orogenic style gold mineralisation. The laboratories performance
was monitored as part of Evolution’s QAQC procedure.
▪ Laboratory inspections are routinely undertaken to monitor the
laboratories compliance sampling and sample preparation
protocol.
▪ The sample and size (1.5kg to 4kg) relative to the particle size
(>90% passing 75um) of the material sampled is a commonly
utilised practice for effective sample representation for orogenic
gold deposits.
▪ Quality control procedures adopted to maximise sample
representation for all sub-sampling stages include the collection of
duplicates (~1 in30) and the insertion of certified reference
material (CRM) as assay standards (1 in 50) and the insertion of
blank samples at appropriate intervals for early-stage exploration
programs. High, medium and low grade gold CRM are used. Blank
material is routinely submitted for assay and is inserted into each
mineralised zone where possible. The quality control performance
was monitored as part of Evolution’s QAQC procedure.
▪ Individual samples weigh less than 5kg to ensure total preparation
at the laboratory pulverization stage. The sample size is deemed
appropriate for the grain size of the material being sampled.
▪ Diamond core samples were sent to the ALS laboratory in
Wangara, Perth for preparation and transferred to the ALS
laboratory in Malaga, Perth for analysis. Samples are pulverized
to 85% passing -75um and two metre composite samples are
analysed using a 50g fire assay with ICP-MS (inductively coupled
plasma - mass spectrometry) finish gold analysis (0.005ppm
detection limit).
▪ Individual one metre gold samples are analysed using a 50g fire
assay with ICP-MS finish for gold.
▪ The pulp and bulk residue are retained at the lab until further
notice.
▪ Duplicate samples are inserted in visually mineralised zones. A
comparison of the duplicate sample vs. the primary sample assay
result was undertaken as part of Evolution’s QAQC protocol. It is
considered that all sub-sampling and lab preparations are
consistent with other laboratories in Australia and are satisfactory
for the intended purpose.
▪ The sample sizes are considered appropriate and in line with
industry standards.
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
▪ The sampling preparation and assaying protocol used for this
program was developed to ensure the quality and suitability of the
assaying and laboratory procedures relative to the mineralisation
types.
▪ Fire assay is designed to measure the total gold within a sample.
Fire assay has been confirmed as a suitable technique for
orogenic type mineralisation. It has been widely used in early
stage exploration programs of this nature in the Cue region.

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Cue JV Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data Cue JV Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data
Criteria Explanation Commentary
instruments etc. the parameters used
in determining the analysis including
instrument make and model, reading
times, calibrations factors applied and
their derivation, etc.
Nature of quality control procedures
adopted
(eg
standards,
blanks,
duplicates,
external
laboratory
checks)
and whether
acceptable
levels of accuracy (i.e. lack of bias)
and precision have been established.
▪ In aircore drilling all samples through the cover-basement contact
and into the Archaean regolith are analysed as 2m composites.
Analysis is by 50g fire assay with ICP-MS finish for gold. Multi-
element analysis is undertaken on all end of hole samples.
▪ On all samples, analysis is undertaken by ALS (registered
laboratory), with 50g fire assay with ICP-MS finish undertaken for
gold.
▪ In diamond drilling samples are analysed through potential gold
mineralised zones.
▪ No geophysical tools or other remote sensing instruments were
utilised for reporting or interpretation of gold mineralisation.
▪ Internal certified laboratory QAQC is undertaken including check
samples, blanks and internal standards.
▪ Quality control samples were routinely inserted into the sampling
sequence. The intent of the procedure for reviewing the
performance of certified standard reference material is to examine
for any erroneous results (a result outside of the expected
statistically derived tolerance limits) and to validate if required; the
acceptable levels of accuracy and precision for all stages of the
sampling and analytical process. Typically, batches which fail
quality control checks are re-analysed.
▪ This
methodology
is
considered
appropriate
for
gold
mineralisationat the explorationphase.
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 and
data storage (physical and electronic)
protocols.
Discuss any adjustment to assay
data
▪ Independent internal or external verification of significant
intercepts is not routinely completed. The quality control / quality
assurance (QAQC) process ensures the intercepts are
representative for the orogenic gold systems. Half core and
sample pulps are retained for when further verification is required.
▪ Data which is inconsistent with the known geology undergoes
further verification to ensure its quality using multi-element data.
▪ All sample and assay information is stored utilising the acQuire
database software system. Data undergoes QAQC validation prior
to being accepted and loaded into the database. Assay results are
merged when received electronically from the laboratory. The
geologist reviews the database checking for the correct merging
of results and that all data has been received and entered. Any
adjustments to this data are recorded permanently in the
database. Digital records of assay files are stored electronically.
▪ No adjustments or calibrations have been made to the final assay
data reported by the laboratory.
Location of data
points
Accuracy and quality of surveys
used to locate drillholes (collar and
downhole surveys), trenches, mine
workings and other locations used in
Mineral Resource estimation.
Specification of the grid system
used.
Quality and adequacy of topographic
control.
▪ All surface drill holes for this program have been surveyed for
easting, northing and reduced level using handheld GPS with
accuracy to 4m.
▪ After a period of time, these are also picked up using a contract
surveyor and a DGPS.
▪ Downhole surveys were conducted at 30 m intervals downhole
using a Reflex Ez-Gyro North Seeker.
▪ Recent survey data at surface is collected and stored in MGA 94
Zone 50.
▪ Topographic control was generated from lidar and GPS.
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.
▪ Variable drill hole spacings are used to adequately test targets and
are determined from geochemical, geophysical and geological
data together with historical drilling information.
▪ Regional aircore drill hole traverse spacing is variable from 100m
to 400m between lines and 50m to 100m along lines. Diamond
drill holes are spaced at variable intervals based on geological
interpretation.
▪ The drilling in this program has been designed to collect geological
information from covered and undrilled areas. The holes are
located to test for mineralisation, geology and structures based on
interpretation of geophysics and mapping as well as below
previous anomalous drilling results.
▪ No mineral resources or ore reserves have been estimated based
on the exploration data and information generated on the
tenements that are subject to the Musgrave – Evolution joint
venture agreement.
▪ Aircore sampleswere collected as2mcompositesforalldrill holes

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Criteria Explanation Commentary
in the current program, unless EOH occurred on an odd number
depth, using a scoop methodology from one metre sample piles.
One metre individual samples are submitted for analysis where
anomalous composite assays above 100ppb gold exist using a
scoop methodology from one metre sample piles.
▪ Composite sampling is undertaken using a stainless-steel scoop
(trowel) on one metre samples and combined in a calico bag for a
combined weight of approximately 2-3kg.
▪ No sample compositing was undertaken in diamond core
sampling.
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.
▪ Drilling is designed to cross the mineralisation as close to
perpendicular as possible. Most drill holes are designed at a dip
of approximately -55 to -60 degrees.
▪ The true width of drill intersections in fresh rock is not known at
this time but gold dispersion mineralisation in the Archaean
saprolite from aircore drilling is interpreted to be dominantly flat
lying.
▪ There is no apparent bias in any of the drilling orientations used.
▪ The relationship between the drilling orientation and the
orientation of key mineralised structures intersected in this early
stage exploration is not considered to have introduced a sampling
bias and is not considered to be material.
Sample security The measures taken to ensure
sample security.
▪ Chain of custody is managed by internal staff. Drill samples are
stored on site and transported by a licenced reputable transport
company (Toll road haulage) to a registered laboratory in Perth
(ALS at Malaga). When at the laboratory samples are stored in a
locked yard before being processed and tracked through
preparation and analysis (Lab-Trak and Webtrieve systems).
▪ The laboratories are contained within a secured/fenced
compound. Access into the laboratory is restricted and
movements of personnel and the samples are tracked under
supervisionofthelaboratory staff.
Audits or reviews The results of any audits or reviews
of sampling techniques and data.
▪ All Diamond and AC QAQC data is monitored, and assays are
reviewed internally to ensure the robustness and integrity of
sampling and analysis methods.
▪ Field sampling techniques are set out in a field procedure which is
reviewed at least annually.

Cue JV Section 2 Reporting of Exploration Results

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

Cue JV Section 2 Reporting of Exploration Results Cue JV Section 2 Reporting of Exploration Results Cue JV Section 2 Reporting of Exploration Results
Criteria 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.

Musgrave Minerals has secured 100% of the Moyagee Project area
(see MGV ASX announcement 2 August 2017: “Musgrave Secures
100% of Key Cue Tenure”).

In October 2019 the Evolution Joint Venture commenced covering
Lake Austin and some surrounding tenure. Evolution have a right to
earn 75% in the project by spending $18M on exploration within 5
years. Joint venture tenements include; E21/129, E21/200,
E21/194, E21/177, E21/204, E21/207, E21/208, P21/757, E58/507,
M21/107 and the northern portion of M21/106. Musgrave acted as
the Earn-in Manager up to 31stDecember, 2021, with Evolution
taking over as Earn-in Manager from 1stJanuary, 2022.

The Break of Day, Lena, White Heat and Target 14 and Prospects
are located on the southern portion of 100% MGV owned granted
mining lease M21/106 and E58/335. The primary tenement holder
is Musgrave Minerals Ltd. The Numbers and Big Sky Prospect are
on E58/335 owned 100% by Musgrave Minerals Ltd. Lake Austin
North is on M21/106 and E21/129.

The Mt Eelya Prospect is located on granted exploration licence
E20/608 and the primary tenement holder is Musgrave Minerals Ltd.

The Cue project tenements consist of 39 licences.

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Criteria Explanation Commentary

The tenements are subject to standard Native Title heritage
agreements and state royalties. Third party royalties are present on
some individual tenements.

All tenements are in good standing and no known impediments
exist.
Exploration done by
other parties
Acknowledgment and appraisal of
exploration by other parties.

Historical drilling, soil sampling and geophysical surveys have been
undertaken in different areas on the tenements intermittently by
multiple third parties over a period of more than 30 years. At Break
of Day and Lena historical exploration and drilling has been
undertaken by a number of companies and most recently by Silver
Lake Resources Ltd in 2010-11. Historical lake drilling from 1991-
1999 was undertaken by Perilya Mines Ltd and from 2001-2006 by
Mines and Resources Australia Pty Ltd. Prior to MGV, Silver Lake
Resources Ltd also did historical drilling at Break of Day, Lena,
Leviticus and Numbers between 2009 and 2011.
Geology Deposit type, geological setting and
style of mineralisation.

Geology comprises typical Archaean Yilgarn greenstone belt
lithologies and granitic intrusives. Two main styles of mineralisation
are present, typical orogenic Yilgarn Archaean lode gold and
volcanic
massive sulphide
(VMS)
base
metal
and
gold
mineralisation within the Eelya Felsic Complex (northern tenure).
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 drillholes:
o easting and northing of the drillhole
collar
o elevation or RL of the drillhole collar
o dip and azimuth of the hole
o downhole length and interception
depth
o hole length.

All assay and collar information are tabulated in Appendix 1 of this
report.
Diamond:

Calculation for exploration results: Cut off grade of 0.5 g/t Au with a
minimum ore composite length of 2m. The maximum consecutive
waste (below 0.5 g/t) cannot exceed 2m however there is no limit to
included waste. No upper cuts are applied.

Significant intercepts are over 0.5 g/t Au average weighted grade
and over 1 gram metre (length x weighted grade).
Aircore:

Calculation for exploration results: Cut off grade of 0.5 g/t Au with a
minimum ore composite length of 2m. The maximum consecutive
waste (below 0.5 g/t) cannot exceed 2m however there is no limit to
included waste.

Significant intercepts are over 0.5 g/t Au average weighted grade
and over 1 gram metre (length x weighted grade).
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 significant new drill hole assay data of a material nature are
reported in this release. No cut-off has been applied to any
sampling. All intervals have been length weighted.

All significant new drill hole assay data are reported in this release.
No cut-off has been applied to any sampling.

No metal equivalent values are used.
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
downhole lengths are reported, there
should be a clear statement to this
effect (e.g. ‘downhole length, true
_width not known’) _


This drill program consists of early-stage exploration targets with
only an early stage understanding of structural orientations hosting
mineralised intervals. Estimated True Widths are supplied wherever
possible.

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Criteria Explanation Commentary
Diagrams Appropriate maps and sections
(with scales) and tabulations of
intercepts should be included for any
significant discovery being reported.
These should include, but not be
limited to a plan view of drill hole.

Drill hole location diagrams and representative sections of reported
exploration results are provided either below or in the body of this
report.

Schematic section showing 22CUDD011 intercept at Cue

Schematic section showing 22CUDD012 intercept at Cue

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Criteria Explanation Commentary

Location plan showing the aircore holes for both historic and
September quarter holes at Cue
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.

Intersection lengths and grades are reported as down-hole, length
weighted averages

Numbers of drill holes and metres are included in the body of the
announcement.
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.

Other exploration data sets collected include multi-element data for
bedrock samples, field mapping data, outcrop rock chip gold and
ME data and geophysical surveys which included passive seismic,
magnetic and gravity data.
Further work The nature and scale of planned
further work (e.g. tests for lateral
extensions or depth extensions or
largescale 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.

Further Exploration work on the Cue JV tenements, may include
follow-up drilling depending on assessment of current drill results or
testing of new targets with aircore or other methods.

Refer to figures in the body of this announcement.

Ernest Henry, Queensland (100%)

Ernest Henry Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data

(Criteria in this section apply to all succeeding sections)

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Criteria 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
downhole gamma sondes, 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 representation 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 completed 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,
or
unusual
commodities/mineralisation
types (e.g. submarine nodules).

Diamond core drill holes are the primary source of geological
and grade information for the reported Mineral Resource for the
Ernest Henry Mine. Drilling has been completed between 1980
and 2022.

The diamond core is routinely sampled to geological contacts
and to predominantly 2m intervals from ½ core over the entire
length of the drill hole, producing approximately 5kg sample per
interval. Holes drilled from the surface and underground are
designed to intersect perpendicular to orebody mineralisation
where possible

Samples undergo further preparation and analysis by ALS
laboratories (Townsville and Brisbane), involving crushing to
2mm, riffle splitting and pulverising to 85% passing 75 microns.
Of this material a 0.4g sample is prepared for analysis via aqua
regia digestion and 50g for analysis via fire assay.
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.).

Drill types reported here are diamond core including HQ, NQ2
& NQ sizes yielding core diameters of 63.5mm, 50.6mm &
47.6mm respectively. Drill core is collected with a 3m or 6m
barrel and standard tubing.

All drillholes reported here have been oriented using an ezi
mark orientation system for structural and geotechnical
requirements.
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.

Current practice ensures all diamond core intervals are
measured and recorded for rock quality designation (RQD) and
core loss.

Core recovery through the ore portion of the deposit is high
(>99.5%). No bias is observed due to core loss.
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.

All diamond core has been logged, geologically and
geotechnically. The geologic and geotechnical records are
considered qualitative and quantitative with the following items
being captured

Lithology

Texture

Alteration

Mineralisation

Structures – including veining & faults

Weathering

RQD

Photography of diamond core
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.

Drill core is cut in half to produce an approximate 5kg
sample using an automatic core saw, with one half
submitted for assay, and the other half retained on site.
Where core is oriented, it is cut on the core orientation
line.

Diamond core and channel samples are predominantly
sampled to geological contacts and at 2m intervals in all
other cases. Samples are sent to ALS Townsville for
crushing and pulverisation. Samples are crushed to 2mm,
split via a riffle or rotary splitter and then pulverised using
an LM5 mill to a nominal 85% passing 75 microns. A 0.4g

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Criteria Explanation Commentary
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.
sub-sample of pulverised material is taken for ICP
analysis via aqua regia digestion and a 50g sub-sample is
taken for analysis via fire assay. The remaining pulverised
sample is returned to site and stored for future reference.

Sub-sampling is performed during the sample preparation
stage in line with ALS internal protocol.

Field duplicates are collected for all diamond core at a rate
of one in every 15 samples.

Comparison of field duplicates is performed routinely to
ensure a representative sample is being obtained and that
the sample size captures an adequate sample volume to
represent the grain size and inherent mineralogical
variability within the sampled material..
Quality of assay
data and laboratory
tests

The
nature,
quality
and
appropriateness of the assaying and
laboratory
procedures
used
and
whether the technique is considered
partial or total.
For geophysical tools, spectrometers,
handheld XRF instruments etc. the
parameters used in determining the
analysis including instrument make and
model, reading times, calibrations
factors applied and their derivation, etc.
Nature of quality control procedures
adopted
(eg
standards,
blanks,
duplicates, external laboratory checks)
and whether acceptable levels of
accuracy (i.e. lack of bias) and
precision have been established.

Samples are assayed at ALS Brisbane for a multi element
suite using ME-ICP41, Cu-OG46 & MEOG46 methods,
which analyses a 0.4g sample in aqua-regia digestion with
an ICP-AES finish. Gold analysis is completed at ALS
Townsville by fire assay on a 50g sample with an AA
instrument finish. Analytical methods are deemed
appropriate for this style of mineralisation.

Historic quality control procedures include the use of six
certified standards (CRMs) as well as field duplicates
inserted at 1:25 ratio for all sample batches sent to the
ALS laboratory.

The quality assurance program includes repeat and check
assays from an independent third party laboratory as
deemed necessary.

The ALS laboratory provides their own quality control
data, which includes laboratory standards and duplicates.

EHO currently uses five CRMs, pulverised and crushed
blanks, field, crush and pulp duplicates to monitor sample
preparation and analytical processes. The rate of insertion
was 1:15 for CRMs, 1:15 for blanks within mineralised
units and 1:30 in waste zones, Field duplicates were
collected at 1:15 while crush and pulp duplicates were at
1:25 samples.

Analysis of quality control sample assays indicate the
accuracy and precision is within acceptable limits and
suitable for public reporting and inclusion in the Mineral
Resource estimate
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 and
data storage (physical and electronic)
protocols.
Discuss any adjustment to assay data

All diamond drill holes are logged remotely on a laptop
utilising AcQuire software and stored digitally in an
AcQuire database on a network server.

Drill holes are visually logged for copper content prior to
sampling and assay. This visual assessment is used to
verify assay data.

The strong correlation between copper and gold enables
additional quality control checks to be enacted on returned
assays.

Procedures have been developed to ensure a repeatable
process is in place for transferring, maintaining & storing
all drilling, logging and sampling data on the network
server, which has a live upload to a local device and daily
back up to an offsite device.

Following review of the historical dataset, no adjustments
have been made to any assay data. All files are reported
digitally from ALS laboratories in CSV format, which is
then imported directly into the Acquire database. Checks
of the assay results in AcQuire and results returned from
the laboratory are performed at the completion of each
drilling & sampling campaign. Laboratory certificates for
returned assays are stored for future reference and
checks against values contained within the AcQuire
database.
Location of data
points
Accuracy and quality of surveys used
to locate drillholes (collar and downhole
surveys), trenches, mine workings and
other
locations
used
in
Mineral
Resource estimation.
Specification of the grid system used.

Collar coordinates are picked up by EHO site surveyors
using a Leica total station survey instrument. All
underground excavations are monitored using the same
instrument.

The topography was generated from a LIDAR survey
completed over EHM mining leases in 2018 with outputs
in GDA94 coordinate system.

Diamond drill holes reported here have been surveyed

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Criteria Explanation Commentary
Quality and adequacy of topographic
control.
using a gyroscopic instrument recording down hole survey
data in 3m intervals.

All data points are reported in MGA94 zone 54
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.

Drill holes are variably spaced with the following broad
resource classifications applied:

Between 30m x 30m and 40m x 40m for Measured

60m x 60m for Indicated

100m x 100m Inferred.

This drill hole spacing is considered sufficient given the
deposit grade and geological continuity and Mineral
Resource classification definitions as outlined in the 2012
JORC Code, which is also supported by historic
reconciliation data from the mill.

Samples are weighted by length and density when
composited to 2m in length for use in the estimation.
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.

Holes drilled from the surface and underground are
oriented perpendicular to orebody mineralisation and
orebody bounding shear zones wherever possible.

There has been no orientation bias recognised within the
data used for the underground Resource estimate.
Sample security The measures taken to ensure
sample security.
▪ Diamond core samples are securely stored onsite prior to being
despatched to the ALS laboratoryin Townsville.
Audits or reviews The results of any audits or reviews
of sampling techniques and data.
▪ An external audit was conducted in 2014 on the data
management & QAQC procedures including drilling & sampling.
These were found to be in line with industry standards. CSA
Global completed a fatal flaw analysis of the Ernest Henry
Mineral Resource estimate in July 2021 and only minor issues
were identified.

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Criteria 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.

The EHO is located 38km north-east of Cloncurry, 150km
east of Mount Isa and 750km west of Townsville, in north-
west Queensland, Australia. The EHM operations extend
across 8 current mining leases all owned by Ernest Henry
Mining Pty Ltd, the details of these leases are
summarized as follows:


Lease
Ownership
Expiry

ML2671 Ernest
Henry
Mining
Pty
Ltd
100%
30/11/25

ML90041 Ernest
Henry
Mining
Pty
Ltd
100%
30/11/2037

ML90072 Ernest
Henry
Mining
Pty
Ltd
100%
30/11/2025

ML90085 Ernest
Henry
Mining
Pty
Ltd
100%
31/03/26

ML90100 Ernest
Henry
Mining
Pty
Ltd
100%
31/5/2026

ML90107 Ernest
Henry
Mining
Pty
Ltd
100%
31/08/2026

ML90116 Ernest
Henry
Mining
Pty
Ltd
100%
30/09/2026

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Ernest Henry Operations Section Ernest Henry Operations Section 2 Reporting of Exploration Results
Criteria Explanation Commentary

ML90075 Ernest
Henry
Mining
Pty
Ltd
100%
30/11/2025


As of 06 January 2022, Evolution Mining Limited has
100% ownership of the EHO.
Exploration done by
other parties
Acknowledgment and appraisal of
exploration by other parties.

The EHM orebody was discovered by Western Mining
Corporation Limited in 1991. The size and potential of the
discovery became obvious with further drill definition
following soon after, leading to a Feasibility Study and
subsequently the open pit mine and mill. In 2006 a deep
drilling campaign was initiated to explore the down dip
extension of the deposit ultimately leading to the
development of the current underground mining project.

Data used in the current estimate is a compilation of
several phases of exploration completed since the early
1990s. This data has been assessed for quality as
outlined in ‘Section 1’ and deemed suitable for use as the
basis of the Mineral Resource estimate.
Geology Deposit type, geological setting and
style of mineralisation.

The Ernest Henry Deposit is an Iron Oxide Copper Gold (IOCG)
hosted within a sequence of moderately SSE-dipping, intensely
altered Paleoproterozoic intermediate metavolcanic and
metasedimentary rocks of the Mt Isa group. Copper occurs as
chalcopyrite within the magnetite-biotite-calcite-pyrite matrix of
a 250 m by x 300 m pipe like breccia body. The breccia pipe
dips approximately 40 degrees to the South and is bounded on
both the footwall and hanging wall by shear zones. The main
orebody starts to split from the 1575 level into a South-East
lens, and from the 1275 level into the South-West lens. Both
lenses are separated from the main orebody by waste zones,
termed
the
Inter-lens
and
South-West
Shear
Zone,
respectively. The orebody is open at depth
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
drillholes:
o easting and northing of the drillhole
collar
o elevation or RL of the drillhole collar
o dip and azimuth of the hole
o downhole length and interception
depth
o hole length.
Diamond:

Calculation for exploration results: Cut off grade of 0.7%
Cu with a minimum mineralisation composite length of
4m. The maximum consecutive waste (below 0.7 g/t)
cannot exceed 4m however there is no limit to included
waste. No upper cuts are applied.

Significant intercepts are over 1.2% Cu length weighted
average.
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 significant new drill hole assay data of a material nature are
reported in this release. No cut-off has been applied to any
sampling. All intervals have been length weighted.

All significant new drill hole assay data are reported in this
release. No cut-off has been applied to any sampling.\

No metal equivalent values are used

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Ernest Henry Operations Section Ernest Henry Operations Section 2 Reporting of Exploration Results
Criteria Explanation Commentary
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
downhole lengths are reported, there
should be a clear statement to this
effect (e.g. ‘downhole length, true width
not known’)

Confidence
in
the
geometry
of
mineralisation
intersections is good and consequently, true widths are
provided in this release.
Diagrams Appropriate maps and sections (with
scales) and tabulations of intercepts
should be included for any significant
discovery being reported. These should
include, but not be limited to a plan view
of drill hole.

Drill hole location diagrams and representative sections of
reported exploration results are provided either below or in the
body of this report.
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.

Intersection lengths and grades are reported as down-hole,
length weighted averages
Numbers of drill holes and metres are included in the body of
the announcement.
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.

No additional exploration data was collected during the
reporting period.
Further work The nature and scale of planned
further work (e.g. tests for lateral
extensions or depth extensions or
largescale 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.

Further Exploration work at Ernest Henry includes follow-up
drilling.

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