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ILUKA RESOURCES LIMITED Capital/Financing Update 2013

Aug 4, 2013

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Capital/Financing Update

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Australian Securities Exchange Notice

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5 August 2013

ACQU ISITION OF SRI LANKAN TENEMENT AND HEAVY MINERAL RESOURCE BASE

Iluka Resources Limited (Iluka) announces that it has been granted four exploration tenements and has agreed to acquire, pursuant to conditional binding term sheets, all the issued capital of PKD Resources (Pvt) Ltd (PKD) the holder of an additional exploration tenement, all of which are located near the city of Puttalam in the North Western Province of Sri Lanka and cover an aggregate area of 146 square kilometres (Figure 1).

The tenements contain large, mineral sand resources of 689 million tonnes of material at an average Heavy Mineral (HM) grade of 8.2 per cent for 56 million tonnes of HM, using a lower cut-off of 3 per cent HM. The quoted resources include 37 million tonnes of ilmenite (predominantly sulphate), 2.0 million tonnes of rutile and 1.9 million tonnes of zircon (Appendix 1, Mineral Resource Statement). This compares with Iluka’s total resource inventory at the end of 2012 of 1.9 billion tonnes of material at an average HM grade of 6.5 per cent for 122 million tonnes of HM (refer Iluka Review 2012). It should be noted that the Sri Lanka resource estimates are based on a 100 per cent ownership basis which applies to the exploration stage. The Sri Lankan Exchange Control Act currently limits the percentage holding of a foreign entity in a Sri Lankan mining company to 40 per cent, although approval for up to 100 per cent may be granted. In addition, current Sri Lankan Government policy also requires some form of downstream processing before a mining licence will be granted. The nature of this requirement will be clarified with the Sri Lankan Government in due course.

Iluka intends to undertake feasibility work towards developing these resources.

Rationale for Acquisition

The tenement and associated resource base to be acquired by Iluka, upon satisfaction of certain conditions, is being pursued for the following reasons:

  • the acquisition of a large, long life sulphate ilmenite deposit advances Iluka’s strategy to augment its traditional chloride titanium dioxide business model - of supplying high grade feedstocks to the chloride pigment market - with the capability to also serve the sulphate pigment market, including sulphate pigment making capacity in China. Provisional indications suggest there is potential for the ilmenite to be upgraded to high grade feedstock for both the sulphate and chloride markets through the titanium slag process. The company’s research and development work on Acid Soluble Synthetic Rutile - a potential high grade feedstock to the sulphate pigment sector - and its recent sales of part of the primary ilmenite stream from the Murray Basin operations into the sulphate pigment market, are other components of this strategy; and

  • this resource will represent the single largest HM resource in Iluka’s inventory, and it is considered highly competitive in terms of scale and grade. This provides the opportunity for a long life, material production base with mining extensions and/or expansions possible.

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While subject to feasibility study work and all necessary Sri Lankan regulatory and Iluka approvals, it is expected that the deposit located on this tenement may in due course deliver a capital-efficient, financially attractive investment opportunity for shareholders.

Description of Tenements and Resources

Exploration Licences 233, 234, 235 and 245 were recently awarded to Iluka following application in 2012.

Exploration Licence 170 is to be acquired by Iluka, pursuant to conditional binding term sheets with each of the shareholders of PKD (Term Sheets). Pursuant to the Term Sheets, Iluka will be acquiring all of the shares in PKD which is a Sri Lankan domiciled company and is the registered holder of EL170. The Term Sheets are subject to a number of conditions precedent including the completion of due diligence enquiries to the satisfaction of Iluka and any necessary consents required. The key terms of the Term Sheets are set out in Appendix 4.

In total, the five exploration licences are host to at least six mineralised zones of which two (EL170 and EL233) have been drilled, sampled and resource estimations prepared under the JORC 2012 guidelines (Appendix 2). Measured, Indicated and Inferred resources for these two resources combined, are estimated to hold a total of 689 million tonnes of material at an average HM grade of 8.2 per cent. The resources were drilled by Iluka’s predecessor company, RGC Limited (RGC) and by Consolidated Rutile Limited (CRL) in the 1990s prior to relinquishment.

The Exploration Licences cover portions of a coastal plain which hosts mineralised Pliocene and Pleistocene age, fossil, beach barrier sediments and associated dunal sands. The mineralised sediments comprise red-orange sand and clayey sand which form a 2 to 60 metre thick sequence which overlays Miocene limestone or Precambrian charnokite of the Wanni Complex. The sand accumulations are typically lobate with strike lengths of 2 to 5 kilometres and widths of 2 to 5 kilometres. Some lateritisation is noted in the lower portions of the mineralised sequence especially in what are thought to be the older deposits located further inland from the present coastline.

The mineralisation with in the red–orange sands is typically moderate to high grade (5 to 15 percent HM), moderate grain size and evenly distributed.

Exploration over the mineralisation was carried out by Iluka and precursor companies (RGC and CRL) over the period from 1997 to 2001. The exploration drilling was done by contract and company owned drill rigs using Reverse Circulation Air Core (RCAC) drilling techniques employing BQ or NQ diameter drill strings. Sub samples weighing 1 to 1.5 kilograms were taken at two metre intervals from a rotary splitter mounted below a sample return cyclone. The drill samples were analysed using industry standard methods for HM determination at laboratories in either Sri Lanka or Australia. In both cases the laboratories were supervised by Iluka personnel. Results reported include fines (either <53 or <75um before the year 2000), sand (53 to 710 um) coarse sand (710 to 2000um) and oversize (>2000um). The HM component is determined from densimetric separation carried out on a portion of the sand fraction and used tetra-bromo ethane prior to 2000 and lithium-sodium-tungsten for samples analysed after the year 2000.

The mineralogy and metallurgy of the Puttalam deposits is well understood, based on the 1990s drilling programme and more recent work.

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The mineral assemblage and quality information was determined from either composited sand residues or composited HM fractions from the exploration samples. The composite analysis procedure used a combination of wet tabling, magnetic and densimetric separation, and XRF analysis of various fractions to estimate the portion of valuable and trash minerals and indicative mineral quality. The assemblage determination was carried out at Iluka’s laboratories in Capel and Narngulu in Western Australia. The typical valuable mineral species determined include primary and secondary ilmenite, leucoxene, rutile and zircon.

Resource estimation was done by Iluka employees under the supervision of the Competent Persons. The resource modelling was done using Datamine Studio Software with the grade interpolation using Inverse Distance Cubed (ID3) which is an Iluka standard for estimating mineral sand resources. The grade interpolation was controlled by geological domains applied to the resource models.

Given the resources are typical of mineralised beach placer deposits and carry no overburden they are ideally suited to low cost open cut mining operations. In addition, the grade distribution shows a natural cut off at around 3 per cent HM with virtually all the redorange sand material containing >3 per cent HM. As a result only red-orange sand has been considered in the resource estimates and a lower cut-off of 3 per cent HM has been applied.

Following a review of the data, supporting assemblage and modelling by Iluka’s Competent Persons the mineralisation has been allocated to Measured, Indicated or Inferred status. A Measured Resource status has been allocated to resource material defined by close spaced sampling (100x50x2 metres) with good supporting assemblage data. An Indicated Resource class has been allocated to areas defined by sampling with a spacing of around 200x50x2 metres and good supporting assemblage data. Areas with a wider drill spacing but less than 1000x100x2 metres, and low levels of supporting assemblage information have been classed as Inferred.

Further work is planned for the mineralised areas outside of the quoted resources, to establish reliable estimates of their potential. Further exploration for new deposits is also planned. The quoted resources include 37 million tonnes of ilmenite, 2.0 million tonnes of rutile and 1.9 million tonnes of zircon, using a lower cut-off grade of 3 percent HM (Appendix 1, Mineral Resource Statement). All the deposits are mineralised to surface and are mostly above the water table.

The resources are close to infrastructure, with power, water, road and rail all within fifty kilometres of the identified resources.

Development Risks

Despite acquiring and being granted the exploration tenements, a number of risks and uncertainties associated with pursuing the development of the tenements remain. These include: securing surface access rights, ministerial and other governmental approvals for any subsequent mining licence, reaching agreement with the Sri Lanka Government regarding the extent of in-country upgrading and Iluka’s ultimate percentage holding in subsequent mining operations. These development risks are expected to be addressed as Iluka proceeds with further evaluation of the resources and associated development options.

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Competent Persons’ Statement

The description of the resource estimation is based on information compiled by Iluka staff under the review of David Sleigh who is a member of The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and Brett Gibson who is a member of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists, both of whom are full time employees of Iluka. David Sleigh and Brett Gibson have sufficient experience relevant to this style of mineralisation to qualify as a Competent Persons as defined in the 2012 Edition of the JORC Code. David Sleigh and Brett Gibson consent to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on information in the form and context in which it appears.

Forward Looking Statements

Some statements in this announcement regarding estimates or future events are forward looking statements. They involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from estimated results. Forward looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements concerning the company’s exploration programme, outlook, target sizes and mineralised material estimates. They include statements preceded by words such as “expected”, “planned”, “target”, “scheduled”, “intends”, “potential”, prospective”, “strategy” and similar expressions.

Investment market and media inquiries

Dr Robert Porter General Manager, Investor Relations Phone: + 61 8 9225 5008 Mobile: +61 (0) 407 391 829 (Please utilise this number as I am currently in Perth) Email: [email protected]

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APPENDIX 1

Table 1 – Reportable Mineral Sand Resources – EL 170

PQ Resource Estimate- HM>3% Estimate- HM>3% Estimate- HM>3% Estimate- HM>3%
HM in
Sand
Material HM Assemblage
Mineral
Resource
Category
HM
(%)
Clay
(%)
Ilmenite Zircon Rutile Leucoxene*
Tonnes
(Million)
Tonnes
(Million)
(%) (%) (%) (%)
Measured 214 22 10.4 20 69 3 3 4
Indicated 70 6 8.6 22 67 3 3 4
Inferred 66 4 6.3 27 67 3 3 4
TOTAL 350 32 9.3 22 69 3 3 3
*Includes Magnetic Leucoxene and Non-Magnetic Leucoxene

Table 2 – Reportable Mineral Sand Resources EL 233

Coco Resource Estimate- HM>3% Coco Resource Estimate- HM>3% Coco Resource Estimate- HM>3%
Mtil HM in
Sand
HM Assemblage
Mineral
Resource
Category
aera
Tonnes
(Million)
HM
(%)
Clay
(%)
Ilmenite Zircon Rutile Leucoxene*
Tonnes
(Million)
(%) (%) (%) (%)
Inferred 339 23.8 7.0 31 65 4 5 4
*Includes Magnetic Leucoxene and Non-Magnetic Leucoxene

Table 3 – Total Reportable Mineral Sand Resources Puttalam

**Puttalam Total (Cocoplus PQ only) ** **Puttalam Total (Cocoplus PQ only) ** **Puttalam Total (Cocoplus PQ only) ** **Puttalam Total (Cocoplus PQ only) ** **Puttalam Total (Cocoplus PQ only) **
HM in
Sand
Material HM Assemblage
Mineral
Resource
Category
HM
(%)
Clay
(%)
Tonnes
(Million)
Tonnes
(Million)
Ilmenite Zircon Rutile Leucoxene*
(%) (%) (%) (%)
Measured 214 22 10.4 20.2 69.4 3.3 3.4 3.6
Indicated 70 6 8.6 22.5 67.0 3.2 2.9 3.9
Inferred 405 28 6.9 30.4 64.9 3.6 3.8 4.1
TOTAL 689 56 8.2 26.4 66.9 3.4 3.6 3.9
*Includes Magnetic Leucoxene and Non-Magnetic Leucoxene

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Figure 1 – Location Map Sri Lanka Exploration Licences

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Figure 2a – PQ Resource - Drill hole collars & resource outlines

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Figure 2b – Coco Resource – Drill collars & resource outline

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Figure 3 – EL/170 - PQ resource section 341200N showing drill holes, intersections and principal stratigraphic units

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Figure 4 – EL/170 PQ resource section 339800N showing drill holes, intersections and principal stratigraphic units (note: irregular limestone basement surface)

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Table 4 - PQ Drill Intersection Summary cross section 341200N

BHID Northing Easting RL FROM TO TD HM SLIMES SAND SANDC OS
PC0517 341200 96100 64.7 0 24 24 14.07 19.5 78.9 1.4 0.2
PC0518 341200 96050 63.3 0 28 28 10.56 22.8 75.7 1.2 0.2
PC0519 341200 96000 61.3 0 36 36 9.65 22.6 74.3 1.3 1.8
PC0520 341200 95950 59.6 0 40 40 12.65 19.1 79.4 1.3 0.1
PC0521 341200 95900 57.3 0 38 38 12.41 19.7 79.0 1.2 0.2
PC0522 341200 95850 56.2 0 54 54 11.01 17.5 81.1 1.4 0.1
PC0523 341200 95800 54.2 0 44 44 10.03 18.6 79.9 1.2 0.3
PC0524 341200 95750 52.0 0 38 38 9.97 19.0 77.7 1.5 1.8
PC0525 341200 95700 49.4 0 20 20 9.25 20.0 78.5 1.4 0.2
PC0526 341200 95650 46.4 0 22 22 9.63 20.2 77.8 1.6 0.4
PC0527 341200 95600 42.9 0 16 16 9.70 27.4 70.6 1.7 0.2
PC0528 341200 95150 2.1 0 0 0 0.00 0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0
PC0529 341200 95200 5.3 0 2 2 8.00 23.5 63.8 8.8 3.9
PC0530 341200 95250 11.2 0 8 8 10.08 17.2 73.9 5.7 3.1
PC0531 341200 95300 14.7 0 8 8 12.35 16.1 80.6 3.0 0.3
PC0532 341200 95350 18.5 0 12 12 12.55 13.7 78.6 5.2 2.6
PC0533 341200 95400 23.0 0 12 12 13.87 15.1 82.1 2.3 0.4
PC0534 341200 95450 28.0 0 22 22 15.25 12.6 85.2 2.1 0.1
PC0535 341200 95500 33.6 0 36 36 7.49 22.0 74.7 3.0 0.2
PC0536 341200 95550 38.7 0 18 18 8.71 23.0 74.9 1.8 0.2

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Table 5 – PQ Drill Intersection Summary cross section 339800N

BHID Northing Easting RL FROM TO TD HM SLIMES SAND SANDC OS
PC1117 339800 96900 32.7 0 6 6 7.90 25.9 57.6 6.8 9.6
PC1118 339800 96850 36.0 0 10 10 8.36 28.0 63.1 4.5 4.4
PC1119 339800 96800 37.3 0 16 16 7.98 31.3 60.6 5.4 2.7
PC1120 339800 96750 37.7 0 18 18 8.36 26.0 66.8 5.1 2.0
PC1121 339800 96700 37.5 0 18 18 7.62 27.4 66.1 5.3 1.2
PC1122 339800 96650 37.1 0 20 20 7.55 20.9 68.3 8.5 2.3
PC1123 339800 96600 36.6 0 18 18 6.10 22.5 67.0 8.1 2.5
PC1124 339800 96550 35.9 0 12 12 5.45 23.7 69.7 6.5 0.1
PC1125 339800 96500 35.7 0 16 16 4.94 26.9 64.4 7.7 1.0
PC1126 339800 96450 35.3 0 14 14 5.07 22.7 67.1 10.1 0.2
PC1127 339800 96400 34.7 0 18 18 6.48 21.6 69.0 7.9 1.4
PC1128 339800 96350 34.2 0 16 16 7.10 22.3 68.4 7.5 1.9
PC1129 339800 96300 33.8 0 16 16 6.63 25.1 66.9 7.7 0.3
PC1130 339800 96250 33.6 0 18 18 6.66 22.6 68.8 7.9 0.7
PC1131 339800 96200 33.4 0 18 18 7.10 20.5 72.3 6.7 0.5
PC1132 339800 96150 33.5 0 18 18 6.91 26.9 66.9 6.0 0.2
PC1133 339800 96100 34.2 0 16 16 7.63 22.0 71.9 5.8 0.2
PC1134 339800 96040 34.5 0 18 18 8.01 20.6 73.0 6.0 0.3
PC1135 339800 96000 35.6 0 18 18 8.48 20.1 76.2 3.6 0.1
PC1136 339800 95950 36.6 0 24 24 7.87 20.4 74.4 4.2 1.0

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Figure 5 – EL/233 Coco resource section 307108N showing drill holes, intersections and principal stratigraphic units

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Figure 6 – EL/233 Coco resource section 305322N showing drill holes, intersections and principal stratigraphic units

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Table 6 - Coco Drill Intersection Summary Cross Section 307108N

BHID Northing Easting RL FROM TO TD HM SLIMES SAND SANDC OS
PH079 101725 307075 60.0 0 16 18 9.82 27.7 59.9 3.9 8.6
PH080 101625 307100 55.1 0 12 14 8.49 32.9 57.6 5.2 4.3
PH081 101525 307100 51.0 0 12 14 9.00 24.9 66.2 6.8 2.2
PH082 101410 307100 49.7 0 12 13 9.17 24.7 69.7 4.8 0.8
PH083 101310 307100 48.8 0 10 12 8.93 28.8 65.4 3.3 2.5
PH084 101210 307095 45.9 0 10 12 7.27 36.5 55.3 4.6 3.7
PH085 101040 307125 42.0 0 8 9 8.34 34.8 60.1 3.9 1.2
PH086 100940 307125 37.5 0 6 9 7.82 30.8 58.0 4.5 6.7
PH087 100825 307125 30.4 0 2 7 9.15 26.1 71.0 2.8 0.0
PH088 100645 307125 31.0 0 2 8 4.15 32.4 61.8 4.7 1.0

Table 7 – Coco Drill Intersection Summary Cross Section 305322N

BHID Northing Easting RL FROM TO TD HM SLIMES SAND SANDC OS
PH014 103455 305322 91.0 0 26 28 6.73 25.6 70.5 2.7 1.3
PH015 103338 305324 87.0 0 24 26 6.98 28.4 67.2 3.1 1.3
PH016 103230 305331 87.0 0 16 20 7.81 26.7 70.2 1.9 1.1
PH017 103107 305331 82.0 0 14 16 5.98 27.6 62.5 4.2 5.7
PH018 102972 305344 79.0 0 14 20 6.93 28.6 65.5 3.1 2.8
PH019 102851 305340 76.6 0 16 18 6.77 29.4 66.7 4.6 2.0
PH020 102775 305337 75.0 0 12 16 6.20 27.5 64.8 3.8 3.9
PH110 102679.3 305344.9 73.6 0 10 14 6.30 33.3 56.0 5.2 3.5
PH111 102582.2 305373 72.0 0 8 14 7.26 29.0 61.7 3.6 5.7
PH112 102483.5 305343.4 71.6 0 8 14 6.13 31.4 56.6 3.0 9.0
PH113 102350.6 305341.3 65.0 0 6 12 5.77 30.1 45.4 5.4 19.1
PH114 102243.2 305338.7 64.0 0 8 8 5.35 36.3 44.2 4.0 22.9
PH115 102156.3 305334.2 61.9 0 6 6 5.10. 33.1 35.5 6.8 24.6

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APPENDIX 2

Table 1 JORC 2012 – PQ Deposit

It is a requirement under new JORC reporting arrangements for Iluka to disclose this information

Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Sampling Techniques Nature and quality of sampling (e.g. cut channels, random chips, or specific
specialised industry standard measurement tools appropriate to the minerals under
investigation, such as down hole gamma sondes, or handheld XRF instruments, etc).
These examples should not be taken as limiting the broad meaning of sampling.
The deposit was sampled using Reverse Circulation Air-Core (RC-AC) drill holes. A total of
27,258.4metres was drilled with 2 metre samples collected from a rotary splitter chute. All holes
were drilled vertically which is essentially perpendicular to the mineralisation.
Include reference to measures taken to ensure sample representivity and the
appropriate calibration of any measurement tools or systems used.
Initial field reconnaissance identified the target and RC-AC drilling, completed in 1997, was used
to delineate the resource. Further delineation drilling was completed in 2001 using RC-AC.
QA/QC was not completed at the time of drilling due to this aspect of drilling procedure being
absent from the RGC/Iluka drilling and sampling procedure at this time.
Aspects of the determination of mineralisation that are Material to the Public Report.
In cases where ‘industry standard’ work has been done this would be relatively simple
(e.g. ‘reverse circulation drilling was used to obtain 1 m samples from which 3 kg was
pulverised to produce a 30 g charge for fire assay’). In other cases more explanation
may be required, such as where there is coarse gold that has inherent sampling
problems. Unusual commodities or mineralisation types (e.g. submarine nodules) may
warrant disclosure of detailed information.
Two phases of drilling (each with slightly different analysis methods) were completed. The initial
drilling was completed in 1997 with an infill drilling program completed in 2001.
The 1997 drilling used RC-AC to obtain a 2m sample from which approximately 1.2-1.6kg was
collected using a rotary splitter. The sample was dried, de-slimed (material <75µm removed) and
then had oversize (material +2mm) removed. 100g of the sample then had a Heavy Mineral (HM)
sink performed on it using Tetra-Bromo Ethane (SG=2.95). The resulting HM concentrate was
then dried and weighed. HM concentrates from similar geological domains were grouped together
to form Bulk Samples. These Bulk Samples then underwent a magnetic separation using an
induced roll magnetic separator set up. The magnetic and non-magnetic fractions (that come out
of the magnetic separator) are then subjected to various SG separation using Thallium Malonate
Solution (TMF). This separation identifies the metallurgical assemblage of the HM.
The 2001 drilling used RC-AC to obtain a 2m sample from which approximately 1.2-1.6kg was
collected using a rotary splitter. The sample was dried, de-slimed (material <53µm removed) and
then had oversize (material +2mm) removed. 100g of the sample then had a Heavy Mineral (HM)
sink performed on it using Lithium-Sodium-Tungsten (SG=2.85). The resulting HM concentrate
was then dried and weighed. HM concentrate from similar geological domains were grouped
together to form Bulk Samples. These Bulk Samples underwent a magnetic separation using a
permanent magnetic roll separator set up. The magnetic and non-magnetic fractions (that come
out of the magnetic separator) are then subjected analysis using XRF. A small portion (10grams)
is sent for SG separation using Thallium Malonate Solution (TMF). This separation technique is
used to determine grain size and indicative chemistry for Zircon and Rutile.
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).
RC-AC drilling accounts for 100% of the total drilling. The 1997 drilling comprises 76mm diameter
air-core drilling while the 2001 drilling comprises 56mm diameter air-core drilling. Hole depths
range from 0.5m to 63m.
Drilling Techniques
Drill Sample Recovery Method of recording and assessing core and chip sample recoveries and results
assessed.
The 1997 RC-AC recoveries were logged onto an HP 200 LX palm computer and were later
transferred into a Microsoft Access Database. The 2001 RC-AC recoveries were logged onto a
Husky Hunter tablet. This data was then transferred to Iluka Mineral Deposits Oracle database.
Overall recoveries were good however some minor sample loss did occur inthe lateritic unit and

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
also in the clay unit.
Measures taken to maximise sample recovery and ensure representative nature of
the samples.
RC-AC samples were visually checked for recovery, moisture and contamination.
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.
Some sample bias may have occurred through the clayey areas and the basement.
Geological logging was carried out on all RC-AC drill holes. Metallurgical testing was completed
on 72 composite (bulk) samples from the 1997 drilling and 61 bulk samples from the 2001 drilling.
Due to the quality of information, only the 2001 bulk samples were used in the most recent
resource estimation for PQ.
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.
Logging All samples were panned. Logging of RC-AC samples recorded estimated slimes, washing,
colour, lithology, dominant grainsize, coarsest grainsize, sorting, induration type, hardness,
estimated rock and estimated HM.
Whether logging is qualitative or quantitative in nature. Core (or costean, channel,
etc.) photography.
All drill holes were logged in full however 57 samples did not have lithology logged. All other
required fields were logged.
The total length and percentage of the relevant intersection logged
Sub-sampling
techniques and sample
preparation
If core, whether cut or sawn and whether quarter, half or all core taken. No core samples have been collected at PQ as there is no perceived value in conducting diamond
drilling in HM deposits.
If non-core, whether riffled, tube sampled, rotary split, etc. and whether sampled wet
or dry.
Samples were rotary split. It is unknown whether the samples were logged dry or wet however
any artesian water that was intersected was noted and the hole was grouted to seal hole and stop
water flow as per licence conditions. No such notes were found in the database however it is not
known if this is due to these notes being separate from the logging or if it is because no artesian
water was intersected.
For all sample types, the nature, quality and appropriateness of the sample
preparation technique.
Sample preparation is consistent with industry best practice for HM determination.
Quality control procedures adopted for all sub-sampling stages to maximise
representivity of samples.
No QA/QC was conducted during the drilling in the PQ Deposit. At the time of drilling, QA/QC was
not part of the Iluka/RGC standard drilling and sampling procedure and was therefore not
completed.
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.
No field duplicates or twinned samples or standards are present in the dataset. This aspect of
drilling protocol was absent at the time of drilling.
Whether sample sizes are appropriate to the grain size of the material being sampled. The sample size taken is appropriate given the typical grainsize for beach placer hosted HM
mineralisation
At the time of drilling and assaying the process's employed (HM sink using Tetra Bromo Ethane-
TBE and the mineralogical separation using Thallium Malonate Solution- TMF for the 1997 drill
samples and HM sink using Lithium-Sodium-Tungsten- LST and mineralogical grain size analysis
using Thallium Malonate Solution- TMF for the 2001 drill samples) was appropriate. The 1997
technique is considered partial due to the absence of Ilmenite quality data and grain size analysis.
At the time of drilling (1997) this technique was chosen for exploration HM analysis as a time and
cost saving method.
The nature, quality and appropriateness of the assaying and laboratory procedures
used and whether the technique is considered partial or total.
Quality of assay data
and laboratory tests
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.
No geophysics was done over the PQ Deposit. No perceived value in conducting geophysics.
Nature of quality control procedures adopted (e.g. standards, blanks, duplicate,
external laboratory checks) and whether acceptable levels of accuracy (i.e. lack of
bias) and precision have been established.
No QA/QC was conducted during the drilling in the PQ Deposit. At the time of drilling, QA/QC was
not part of the Iluka/RGC standard drilling and sampling procedure and was therefore not
completed. While accuracy andprecision cannot be confirmed the sampling and assaying was

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
done utilising state of the art procedures and the PQ data appears to be on high quality.
Verification of
sampling & assaying
The verification of significant intersections by either independent or alternative
company personnel.
Significant mineral intersections have been verified by alternative Iluka Competent Persons.
The use of twinned holes. No twinned holes were drilled within the PQ Deposit. This aspect of drilling protocol was absent at
the time of drilling.
Documentation of primary data, data entry procedures, data verification, data storage
(physical and electronic) protocols.
1997 primary data was input directly into a HP 200 LX palmtop computer. This was then
transferred to a laptop computer. The data was initially stored in a Microsoft Access Database.
2001 primary data was input into a Husky Hunter tablet. Data was then uploaded into Iluka’s
Mineral Deposits database (Oracle).
Discuss any adjustment to assay data. Data appears to be in good order and no adjustments have been made.
Accuracy and quality of surveys used to locate drill holes (collar and down-hole
surveys), trenches, mine workings and other locations used in Mineral Resource
estimation.
The surveyed RLs from the 1997 drilling were incorrect. A surveyed topography was taken during
the 2001 drilling and all the 1997 drilling was projected to this surface.
Location of data points
Specification of the grid system used. Sri Lankan Metric Grid Coordinates using Kanadwala datum.
The topography Digital Terrain Model (DTM) used in the modelling was based on a 2001 survey
carried out by Iluka Resources Limited. This survey appears accurate and correct.
Quality and adequacy of topographic control.
Data spacing &
distribution
Data spacing for reporting of Exploration Results. 3 main drill patterns are present within the PQ Deposit. The drill pattern in the northern half of the
deposit is 100m50m2m. The south western corner of the deposit has a drill pattern of
200m50m2m and the south eastern corner of the deposit has a drill pattern of 400m100m2m.
(All drill patterns are XYZ)
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.
The mineralised domain has demonstrated that the degree of geological and grade continuity is
appropriate for the Mineral Resource estimation procedure and classifications applied.
Whether sample compositing has been applied. No sample compositing has been done. All samples were taken from the drilling at 2 metre
intervals
Whether the orientation of sampling achieves unbiased sampling of possible
structures and the extent to which this is known considering the deposit type.
No bias is anticipated due to the drilling being perpendicular to the mineralisation.
Orientation of data in
relation to geological
structure
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.
No orientation based sampling bias has been identified within the data at this point.
Sample security The measures taken to ensure sample security Samples were taken from the exploration site and transported to the respective laboratories under
the supervision of RGC/Iluka personnel. A system employing sample tracking despatches has
been used to track samples. The respective laboratories were supervised by RGC/Iluka personnel
overseeing company or contract staff. 34 composite bulk samples are currently stored in plastic
bags in drums. These drums are stored in a secure compound at an Iluka site.
No audits of the sampling techniques adopted in this program are known however the procedures
used are considered industry standard or better. The same assay procedure supports Iluka's
current mining operations.
Audits or reviews The results of any audits or reviews of sampling techniques and data

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Section 2 Reporting of Exploration Results

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Mineral tenement &
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
environment settings.
The PQ Deposit is located on the historic Exploration Licences EL/R206 and EL 70/92R1. The
tenements are located to the north of Puttalam in Sri Lanka. The area covered by the deposit
contains bushland and can be accessed along a number of minor laterised tracks. Current
tenement (ID EL/170) is held by PKD, negotiations are underway to gain access to the land.
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.
Iluka has agreed to acquire pursuant to conditional binding term sheets, all the issued capital of
PKD, the holder of EL170.
Exploration done by
other parties
Acknowledgement and appraisal of exploration by other parties. The data used for this estimate was drilled by RGC in 1997 and by Iluka Resources in 2001.
Geology Deposit type, geological setting and style of mineralisation The Puttalam Quarry deposit is a homogeneous dunal deposit. Drill holes show a thick intersection
of Quaternary sediments which hosts the mineralisation. The Quaternary sediments rest
unconformably on a limestone unit thought to be Miocene in age.
A summary of all information material to the understanding of the exploration results
including a tabulation of the following information for all Material drill holes:
easting and northings of the drill hole collar;
elevation or RL (Reduced Level-elevation above sea level in metres of the drill hole
collar);
dip and azimuth of the hole;
down hole length and interception depth; and
hole length
A total of around 1500 drill holes are present within the tenements so it is impractical to present all
the results. A summary of representative HM intersections from the drilling is presented in Tables
in the main text and on the accompanying cross sections. Refer to Table in main text.
Drill hole information
If the exclusion of this information is justified on the basis that the information is not
Material and this exclusion does not detract from the understanding of the report, the
Competent Person should clearly explain why this is the case.
Data 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.
No top-cuts have been applied. A nominal 3 per cent HM lower cut-off is applied.
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.
Sample interval lengths were typically 2 metres so arithmetic averaging is considered appropriate.
The assumptions used for any reporting of metal equivalent values should be clearly
stated.
No metal equivalent values are used in this report.
These relationships are particularly important in the reporting of Exploration Results.
Relationship between
mineralisation widths
& intercept lengths
If the geometry of the mineralisation with respect to the drill hole angle is known, its
nature should be reported.
The PQ Deposit is homogenous in nature and all drilling has been in a vertical direction. Therefore,
reported down hole intersections approximate to the true width.
If it is not known and only the down hole lengths are reported, there should be a
clear statement to this effect (e.g. 'down hole length, true width not known'.
Diagrams Appropriate maps and sections (with scales) and tabulations of intercepts should be
included for any significant discovery being reported. These should include, but not
be limited to a plan view of the drill collar locations and appropriate sectional views.
Figures in text
Balanced reporting Where comprehensive reporting of all Exploration Results is notpracticable, Representative reporting of low and high grades has been employed within this report.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
representative reporting of both low and high grades and/or widths should be
practiced to avoid misleading reporting of Exploration Results.
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.
61 composite samples were collated from drill sample residues to determine the mineral
assemblage, recovery characteristics and mineral quality and sizing.
Due diligence style exploration over the identified HM resource incorporating intensive QA/QC is
planned. Further exploration will be undertaken to support higher resource classification in a timely
manner as deemed necessary.
The nature and scale of planned further work (e.g. test for lateral extensions or depth
extensions or large-scale step-out drilling).
Further work
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 exploratory drilling to be done if granted access to prospective tenure.

Section 3 Estimation and Reporting of Mineral Resources

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Database integrity Measures taken to ensure that data has not been corrupted by, for example,
transcription or keying errors, between its initial collection and its use for Mineral
Resource estimation purposes.
The 1997 logging was entered directly into a HP 200 LX palmtop computer then transferred into a
Microsoft Access Database. The 2001 logging was entered directly into a Husky Hunter tablet and
then transferred into Iluka Resource database at the time (Oracle). This data is currently stored in
Iluka's SQL database. A comparison of data records in historical files and datasets corroborates
current data. Assay data was also captured and entered into Iluka's CCLAS laboratory database at
the time of analysis. The results were then transferred electronically to the Geology Database
(Oracle database at the time).
Data validation procedures used. Comparison of 1997 drill section to 2001 drill sections and data in the current database, subjected
to basic statistical analysis.
Comment on any site visits undertaken by the Competent Person and the outcome
of those visits.
No site visit was done by the Competent Person due to remoteness of the site from the CP's base.
However, other Iluka personnel undertook site visits during March 2013 confirming the presence of
mineralisation.
Site visits
If no site visits have been undertaken indicate why this is the case.
Geological
interpretation
Confidence in (or conversely, the uncertainty of) the geological interpretation of the
mineral deposit.
The confidence in the geological interpretation is high. The geological style of mineralisation
(dunal) is generally regarded as fairly consistent. The deposit is similar in style to many other dunal
HM deposits. The PQ Deposit comprises a single large dunal accumulation which is in part draped
over an elevated limestone ridge running sub-parallel to the mineralisation.
Nature of the data used and of any assumptions made. The geological interpretations have been developed from over a period of time and as exploration
has been carried out. A review of the historical interpretations created in 2001 subsequent to the
latest drilling shows they are valid and suitable for Resource Estimation.
The effect, if any, of alternative interpretations on Mineral Resource estimation. No other interpretations have been considered as the geology is well understood.
The use of geology in guiding and controlling Mineral Resource estimation. Appropriate geological domaining and corresponding flagging of drill data has been used to control
mineralisation during Resource Estimation.
The factors affecting continuity both of grade and geology. No factors are known which might affect grade continuity. The basement is undulating in some
areas but this is compensated for by an appropriate drill spacing which mitigates this risk.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
The extent and variability of the Mineral resource expressed as length (along strike
or otherwise), plan width, and depth below surface to the upper and lower limits of
the Mineral Resource.
The PQ Deposit and resource occupies and area of 5km (north) by 2.5km (east). The
mineralisation ranges in RL from near current sea level up to 70m above current sea level.
Mineralisation varies from 2 to 30 metres thick and averages 14 m thick.
Dimensions
Estimation &
modelling techniques
The nature and appropriateness of the estimation technique (s) applied and key
assumptions, including treatment of extreme grade values, domaining, interpolation
parameters and maximum distance of extrapolation from data points. If a computer
assisted estimation method was chosen include a description of computer software
and parameters used.
The grade interpolation was carried out using the Estima Superprocess within Datamine Studio
software. Grade estimation was completed using Inverse Distance Cubed which is an Iluka
standard and is deemed appropriate for this style of mineralisation. Composite Identifier and
Hardness values were interpolated using Nearest Neighbour (NN) method.
No HM top cut has been used or is deemed necessary for the PQ Deposit due to the style and
consistency of the mineralisation.
Drill hole sample data was flagged with domain (zone) codes corresponding to the geological
structure of the deposit and the domains imprinted on the model from 3-dimensional surfaces
generated from the historical geological interpretations.
A primary search dimension of 601204 (XYZ) was used for all assay data with the exception of
the Composite Identifier which was assigned a primary search dimension of 1202406m (XYZ).
Successive search volume factors of 3 and 5 have been adopted to interpolate grade in areas of
lower data density.
A parent cell size of 25502 m was used with 3310 (XYZ) cell splitting. The parent cell
dimensions are half the predominant drill hole spacing for the portion of the deposit considered to
be Measured. Parent cells are typically centred on the drill holes with a floating cell centred
between drill holes along and across strike.
A search orientation of 320 east of north was used to emulate the trend of the mineralisation. No
plunge is apparent in the mineralisation.
The Octant search option was used with minimum of 1 and a maximum of 4 samples per octant
and a minimum of 2 octants being estimated to calculate the grade for a block. If the insufficient
data was found within the first search, secondary and tertiary searches were used based on the
search volume factors. In addition a maximum of 2 samples were used from any particular drill
hole.
The availability of check estimates, previous estimates and/or mine production
records and whether the Mineral Resource estimate takes appropriate account of
such data.
A small limestone quarry is present at the southern end of the PQ Deposit. HM bearing sand is set
aside as overburden and replaced during rehabilitation. It is estimated that about 5 Mt of material
has been disturbed but this will have no impact on the HM overall Resource Estimate for the PQ
Deposit.
No mining of the HM has taken place in this area. The current resource has increased the PQ
resource by approximately 5Mt of HM over the resource estimated in 1997. This is mainly due to
the 2001 drilling incorporating a larger area than the 1997 phase. The overall HM% and Clay%
(Slimes) is consistent between the two models. This reinforces the homogeneous nature of the PQ
Deposit
The assumptions made regarding recovery of by-products. No by-products have been considered in this resource estimation.
Estimation of deleterious elements or other non-grade variables of economic
significance (e.g. sulphur for acid mine drainage characterisation).
No deleterious elements have been included in the resource estimation. No analysis for deleterious
elements has been done at this time.
Any assumptions behind modelling of selective mining units. No consideration of mining units has been incorporated into the resource estimation. The deposit is
large, with no overburden and amenable for open cut mining.
Any assumptions about correlation between variables. No correlation between variables has been considered. Heavy mineral is variant.
Description of how the geological interpretation was used to control the resource Mineralisation was constrained by wireframe surfaces. Drill intervals were given corresponding

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
estimates. zone flagging to control interpolation of grade within zones.
Discussion of basis for using or not using grade cutting or capping. Grade cutting or capping was not required for this deposit. Distribution curves of the HM assay
data indicate grade cutting is not required.
The process of validation, the checking process used, the comparison of model data
to drill hole data, and use of reconciliation data if available.
Validation of the model was done by comparing model statistics to drill data statistics, visual
comparison of drill and model grades and comparison of ID cubed Resource Estimate to a NN
Resource Estimate.
The tonnages are estimated on a dry basis using an Iluka proprietary density formula. The formula
is considered appropriate and is used at other Iluka deposits which are geologically similar and
currently being mined for HM.
Whether the tonnages are estimated on a dry basis or with natural moisture, and the
method of determination of the moisture content.
Moisture
Cut-off parameters The basis of the adopted cut-off grade(s) or quality parameters applied. A nominal grade cut-off of 3.0 per cent HM has been chosen. A 3.0 per cent HM cut-off is
considered appropriate for an Ilmenite dominated deposit of this magnitude.
Assumptions made regarding possible mining methods, minimum mining dimensions
and internal (or, if applicable, external) mining dilution. It is always necessary as part
of the process of determining reasonable prospects for eventual economic extraction
to consider potential mining methods, but the assumptions made regarding mining
methods and parameters when estimating Mineral Resources may not always be
rigorous. Where this is the case, this should be reported with an explanation of the
basis of the mining assumptions made.
Mining at the PQ Deposit is likely to be by open cut mining using suitable excavation machinery.
The geometry of the deposit makes it amenable to bulk open cut mining methods currently
employed in other open cut mines operated by Iluka. No assumptions on mining methodology have
been made. The unconsolidated nature of the sediments allow for a range of options to be
considered including the use of scrapers or large scale truck and shovel, dredging, or dozer trap.
Mining factors or
assumptions
Metallurgical factors or
assumptions
The basis for assumptions or predictions regarding metallurgical amenability. It is
always necessary as part of the process of determining reasonable prospects for
eventual economic extraction to consider potential metallurgical methods, but the
assumptions regarding metallurgical treatment processes and parameters made
when reporting Mineral Resources may not always be rigorous. Where this is the
case, this should be reported with an explanation of the basis of the metallurgical
assumptions made.
The nature and grain size of the mineralisation is geologically consistent with mineral sands
deposits that are currently being mined. The assemblage is predominantly high FeO Ilmenite and
is considered suitable for feedstock for pigment production via the Sulphate process. Further
metallurgical testing is required to confirm the best methods for optimal mineral recovery.
Assumptions made regarding possible waste and process residue disposal options.
It is always necessary as part of the process of determining reasonable prospects for
eventual economic extraction to consider the potential environmental impacts of the
mining and processing operation. While at this stage the determination of potential
environmental impacts, particularly for a greenfields project, may not always be well
advanced, the status of early consideration of these potential environmental impacts
should be reported. Where these aspects have not been considered this should be
reported with an explanation of the environmental assumptions made.
Environmental factors
or assumptions
No assumptions have been made about environmental factors. No environmental constraints are
known of for the PQ Deposit.
Bulk density Whether assumed or determined. If assumed, the basis for the assumptions. If
determined, the method used, whether wet or dry, the frequency of the
measurements, the nature, size and representativeness of the samples.
This density calculation was determined by rigorous research at two of Iluka's sites in Western
Australia (the Capel and Eneabba Mine sites). Due to the similarities between other Iluka dunal
deposits and the PQ Deposit it was determined that the Iluka Standard Bulk Density would be
appropriate. Further test work to confirm this assumption is required.
The bulk density for bulk material must have been measured by methods that
adequately account for void spaces (vugs, porosity, etc), moisture and differences
between rock and alteration zones within the deposit.
The Iluka Standard Bulk Density formula used accounts for void space and variable material
composition. It is the same formula used at current Iluka mine sites which mine geologically
identical material.
Discuss assumptions for bulk density estimates used in the evaluation process of the
different materials.
It is assumed that the material in the PQ Deposit has the same density relationship that is seen in
Iluka deposits that are currently being mined. This assumption is considered valid as the deposit is
geologically identical to other Iluka heavy mineral deposits.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
The basis for the classification of the Mineral Resource into varying confidence
categories
The resource classification has been predominantly determined by the drill hole density and
supporting composite data reflecting the geological confidence. Supporting data appears to be of
good quality and suitable for Resource Estimation. Resource material defined by sampling with a
approximate density of 50 mE by 100 mN by 2 mRL has been assigned a Measured Resource
classification, resource material defined by sampling with an approximate density of 50 mE by 200
mN by 2 mRL has been assigned an Indicated Resource classification and material defined by
sampling with a nominal spacing of 100 mE by 400 - 1000 mN by 2 mRL has been assigned an
Inferred Resource classification. A total of 61% of the resource is classed as Measured, 20% is
classed as Indicated and 19% is classed as Inferred.
Whether appropriate account has been taken of all relevant factors (i.e. relative
confidence in tonnage/grade estimations, reliability of input data, confidence in
continuity of geology and metal values, quality, quantity and distribution of the data).
Classification
It is the view of the Competent Person that the frequency and integrity of data, and the Resource
Estimation methodology are appropriate for this style of mineralisation and support the Resource
Classification applied.
Whether the result appropriately reflects the Competent Person’s view of the deposit.
Audits or reviews The results of any audits or reviews of Mineral Resource estimates. The current resource estimation is in effect a validation of the Resource Estimation work completed
by Iluka Resources during 2001/2002. No additional exploration work has been done by Iluka or is
known of. A review of the current Resource Estimation has been done by the Competent Person.
No issues with the current PQ Resource Estimate have been noted. No external review of the
current Resource Estimation has been done at this time, but is currently being instigated.
Discussion of the
relative
accuracy/confidence
Where appropriate a statement of the relative accuracy and confidence level in the
Mineral Resource estimate using an approach or procedure deemed appropriate by
the Competent Person. For example, the application of statistical or geostatistical
procedures to quantify the relative accuracy of the resource within stated confidence
limits, or, if such an approach is not deemed appropriate, a qualitative discussion of
the factors that could affect the relative accuracy and confidence of the estimate.
A Measured, Indicated or Inferred Resource Classification has been assigned to the deposit as per
the guidelines set out in the 2012 JORC code. It is the view of the Competent Person that the
frequency and integrity of data, and the Resource Estimation methodology are appropriate for this
style of mineralisation and support the Resource Classification applied.
The statement should specify whether it relates to global or local estimates, and, if
local, state the relevant tonnages, which should be relevant to technical and
economic evaluation. Documentation should include assumptions made and the
procedures used.
The statement relates to the global estimate of tonnes and grade.
These statements of relative accuracy and confidence of the estimate should be
compared with production data, where available.
No production data is available - not in production

The description of the resource estimation is based on information compiled by Iluka staff under the review of David Sleigh who is a member of The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and Brett Gibson who is a member of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists, both of whom are full time employees of Iluka. David Sleigh and Brett Gibson have sufficient experience relevant to this style of mineralisation to qualify as a Competent Persons as defined in the 2012 Edition of the JORC Code. David Sleigh and Brett Gibson consent to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on information in the form and context in which it appears.

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APPENDIX 3

Table 1 JORC 2012 – Coco Deposit

It is a requirement under new JORC reporting arrangements for Iluka to disclose this information

Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Sampling Techniques Nature and quality of sampling (e.g. cut channels, random chips, or
specific specialised industry standard measurement tools appropriate to
the minerals under investigation, such as down hole gamma sondes, or
handheld XRF instruments, etc). These examples should not be taken as
limiting the broad meaning of sampling.
The deposit was sampled using Reverse Circulation Air-Core (RC-AC) drill holes. The drill
hole locations are along laterised tracks and the rough grid pattern is 160m (east-west) by
550m (north-south. A total of 331 holes were drilled for a total of 4358.8 metres. No angled
holes were drilled.
Include reference to measures taken to ensure sample representivity and
the appropriate calibration of any measurement tools or systems used.
Initial field reconnaissance identified the target and RC-AC drilling was used to delineate
the resource. Further delineation is required. QA/QC was not done due to the age of the
drilling and this aspect of drilling not being present in Iluka Drilling Procedures at the time
of drilling.
Aspects of the determination of mineralisation that are Material to the
Public Report. In cases where ‘industry standard’ work has been done this
would be relatively simple (e.g. ‘reverse circulation drilling was used to
obtain 1 m samples from which 3 kg was pulverised to produce a 30 g
charge for fire assay’). In other cases more explanation may be required,
such as where there is coarse gold that has inherent sampling problems.
Unusual commodities or mineralisation types (e.g. submarine nodules)
may warrant disclosure of detailed information.
RC-AC drilling was used to obtain a 2m sample from which approximately 1.2-1.6kg was
collected using a rotary splitter. The sample was dried, de-slimed (material <75µm
removed) and then had oversize (material +2mm) removed. 100g of the sample then had a
Heavy Mineral (HM) sink performed on it using Tetra-Bromo Ethane (SG=2.95). The
resulting HM concentrate was then dried and weighed. Some of the HM concentrate
samples were grouped together to form Bulk Samples. These Bulk Samples then undergo a
magnetic separation using an induced roll magnetic separator set up. The magnetic and
non-magnetic fractions (that come out of the magnetic separator) are then subjected to
various SG separation using Thallium Malonate Solution (TMF). This separation identifies
the metallurgical assemblage of the HM.
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). _
RC-AC drilling accounts for 100 per cent of the total drilling and comprises 55mm diameter
air-core drilling. Hole depths range from 4 m to 38 m.
Drill Sample Recovery Method of recording and assessing core and chip sample recoveries and
results assessed.
The RC-AC recoveries were logged onto an HP 200 LX palm computer and were later
transferred into a Microsoft Access Database. Overall recoveries were good however some
minor sample loss did occur in the lateritic unit and also in the clay unit.
Measures taken to maximise sample recovery and ensure representative
nature of the samples.
RC-AC samples were visually checked for recovery, moisture and contamination.
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.
Some sample bias may have occurred through the clay unit and the lateritic unit. Laterite
development is widespread through the deposit and there could be significant parts of the
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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.
Geological logging was carried out on all RC-AC drill holes. Further metallurgical testing
was completed on 39 composite (bulk) samples. This further work was too determine the
mineralogical assemblage of the HM.
Logging of RC-AC samples recorded estimated slimes, washing, colour, lithology, dominant
grainsize, coarsest grainsize, sorting, induration type, hardness, estimated rock and
estimated HM.
Whether logging is qualitative or quantitative in nature. Core (or costean,
channel, etc) photography.
All drill holes were logged in full however 100 samples (of which 97 are basement material,
2 are from the clay unit and 1 is from the lateritic unit) did not have lithology logged. All
other requiredfields were logged.
The total length and percentage of the relevant intersection logged
Sub-sampling techniques and
sample preparation
If core, whether cut or sawn and whether quarter, half or all core taken. No diamond core samples have been collected at Coco as there is no perceived value in
conducting diamond drilling in HM deposits.
If non-core, whether riffled, tube sampled, rotary split, etc and whether
sampled wet or dry.
Samples were rotary split. It is unknown whether the samples were logged dry or wet
however any artesian water that was intersected was noted and the hole was grouted to
seal hole and stop water flow as per licence conditions. No such notes were found in the
database however it is not known if this is due to these notes being separate from the
logging or if it is because no artesian water was intersected.
For all sample types, the nature, quality and appropriateness of the
samplepreparation technique.
Sample preparation is consistent with industry best practice.
Quality control procedures adopted for all sub-sampling stages to
maximise representivity of samples.
No QA/QC was conducted during the drilling in the Coco Deposit. At the time of drilling,
QA/QC was not part of the Iluka Standard Drilling Procedure and was therefore not
completed.
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.
No field duplicates or twinned samples or standards are present in the dataset. This aspect
of drilling protocol was absent at the time of drilling.
Whether sample sizes are appropriate to the grain size of the material
being sampled.
The chosen mineralogical analysis technique (RGC Total Mineralogical Assemblage) does
not analyse grain size or Ilmenite quality. Therefore, no definitive grain size analysis was
completed. The only grain size analysis we have is from field logging. From this logging it
can be said that the sample sizes appear reasonable for this stage and age of drilling.
Quality of assay data and
laboratory tests
At the time of drilling and assaying the process's employed (HM sink using Tetra Bromo
Ethane- TBE and the mineralogical separation using Thallium Malonate Solution- TMF) was
appropriate. This technique is considered partial due to the absence of Ilmenite quality
data and grain size analysis. At the time of drilling this technique was chosen for
exploration HM analysis as a time and cost saving method.
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.
No geophysics was done over the Coco Deposit. No perceived value in conducting
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Nature of quality control procedures adopted (e.g. standards, blanks,
duplicate , external laboratory checks) and whether acceptable levels of
accuracy (i.e. lack of bias) andprecision have been established.
No QA/QC was conducted during the drilling in the Coco Deposit. At the time of drilling,
QA/QC was not part of the Iluka Standard Drilling Procedure and was therefore not
completed.
Verification of sampling and
assaying
The verification of significant intersections by either independent or
alternative company personnel.
Significant mineral intersections have been verified by alternative Iluka Competent Persons.
The use of twinned holes. Not twinned holes were drilled within the Coco Deposit. This aspect of drilling protocol was
_absent at the time of drilling. _
Documentation of primary data, data entry procedures, data verification,
data storage (physical and electronic) protocols.
Primary data was input directly into a HP 200 LX palmtop computer. This was then
transferred to a laptop computer. The data was initially stored in a Microsoft Access
Database. Unfortunately, not much is known about what happened to the data after this
however it is likely the data was moved from database to database over the years. It
currently resides in the Iluka AcQuire Database.
Discuss any adjustment to assay data. 139 assay results were moved up or down due to incorrect positioning within the holes.
This change was accompanied with extensive research of the original hard-copy data.
Original SAND fraction was SANDC+OS therefore SAND and SANDC results recalculated to
obtain correct assay values (SAND=100-OS-SANDC-SLIMES then back calculate for correct
SANDC percentage)
Location of data points The survey results from the original file appeared incorrect. The incorrect spatial locations
were remedied by applying a transformation to the XY co-ordinates to bring them visually
in-line with known places of drilling. RL's also appeared to be incorrect so after
examination it was decided toproject all the drill holes to the topographic surface.
Accuracy and quality of surveys used to locate drill holes (collar and down-
hole surveys), trenches, mine workings and other locations used in Mineral
Resource estimation.
Specification of thegrid system used. Sri Lankan Metric Grid Coordinates using Kanadwala datum.
The topographic surface was constructed by taking the satellite surface, SRTM90m, and
resampling down to 9m point spacing's. This was completed by converting a raster image
(SRTM90) to points and then adding XYZ co-ordinated to these points based on known co-
ordinate locations.
Quality and adequacy of topographic control.
Data spacing and distribution Data spacing for reporting of Exploration Results. The average drill spacing of 160m (east) by 550m (north) is appropriate for the 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.
The mineralised domains have demonstrated that the degree of geological and grade
continuity is appropriate for the Mineral Resource estimation procedure and classifications
applied.
Whether sample compositing has been applied. No sample compositing has been done.
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.
No bias is anticipated due to the drilling being perpendicular to the mineralisation.
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.
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Sample security The measures taken to ensure sample security Due to the age of the drilling, no samples are known to still exist.
Audits or reviews The results of any audits or reviews of sampling techniques and data No audits of the sampling techniques adopted in this program are known however the
procedures used are considered industry standard.
Section 2 Reporting of Exploration Results
Sample security The measures taken to ensure sample security Due to the age of the drilling, no samples are known to still exist.
Audits or reviews No audits of the sampling techniques adopted in this program are known however the
procedures used are considered industry standard.
The results of any audits or reviews of sampling techniques and data
Section 2 Reporting of Exploration Results
Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Mineral tenement and land
tenure status
Type, reference name/number, location and ownership including
agreements or material issues with third parties such as joint ventures,
partnerships, overriding royalties, native title interests, historical sites,
wilderness or national park and environment settings.
The Coco Deposit is located on Exploration Licence EL/233. The tenement is located to the
east of Puttalum in Sri Lanka. Most of the area covered by the deposit is occupied by
coconut plantations and can only be accessed along a number of minor laterised tracks.
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.
Iluka Resources wholly owns the Exploration Licence (EL233) covering the Coco Deposit.
Exploration done by other
parties
Acknowledgement and appraisal of exploration by other parties. The data used for this estimate was drilled by RGC in 1997 and 1998.
Geology Deposit type, geological setting and style of mineralisation The basement rocks of the Puttalam area comprise metamorphic gneisses and granites of
Pre Cambrian age, assigned to the Wanni Complex,unconformably overlying the Pre
Cambrian basement in most of the deposit is a cover of Quaternary to Recent aged
sediments, in which the mineralisation occurs. The deposit is dunal in geological style.
Drill Hole Information A summary of all information material to the understanding of the
exploration results including a tabulation of the following information for
all Material drill holes:
easting and northings of the drill hole collar;
elevation or RL (Reduced Level-elevation above sea level in
metres of the drill hole collar);
dip and azimuth of the hole; Refer to Table in main text
down hole length and interception depth;
hole length;
If the exclusion of this information is justified on the basis that the
information is not Material and this exclusion does not detract from the
understanding of the report, the Competent Person should clearly explain
why this is the case.
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.
No top-cuts have been applied. A nominal 3 per cent HM lower cut-off is applied. 3 per cent
HM is a typical HM cut-off grade adopted by Iluka for this style of mineralisation.

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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.
Sample interval lengths were typically 2 metres. No aggregation of sample intervals was
necessary or appropriate.
The assumptions used for any reporting of metal equivalent values should
be clearly stated.
No metal equivalent values are used in this report.
Relationship between
mineralisation widths and
These relationships are particularly important in the reporting of
Exploration Results.
intercept lengths If the geometry of the mineralisation with respect to the drill hole angle is
known, its nature should be reported.
The Coco Deposit is flat-lying in nature and all drilling has been in a vertical direction.
Therefore reported downhole intersections approximate to the true width
If it is not known and only the down hole lengths are reported, there
should be a clear statement to this effect (e.g. 'down hole length, true
width not known'.
, .
Diagrams Appropriate maps and sections (with scales) and tabulations of intercepts
should be included for any significant discovery being reported. These
should include, but not be limited to a plan view of the drill collar locations
and appropriate sectional views.
Figures in text
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.
Representative reporting of low and high grades has been employed within this report.
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.
39 composite samples were collated from drill sample residues to determine the mineral
assemblage.
Further work The nature and scale of planned further work (e.g. test for lateral
_extensions or depth extensions or large-scale step-out drilling). _
Test for lateral extension and to reaffirm past assay results. More composite samples to be
taken andQA/QC work to be undertaken.
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 drilling to be done. Time unknown.

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Section 3 Estimation and Reporting of Mineral Resources

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Database integrity Measures taken to ensure that data has not been corrupted by, for
example, transcription or keying errors, between its initial collection and
its use for Mineral Resource estimation purposes.
Logging was entered directly into a HP 200 LX palmtop computer then transferred into a
Microsoft Access Database. After a visual comparison of the database assay results to
historic reports minor discrepancies were detected. Some transcription errors were
detected and corrected in line with the data in historical reports.
Data validationprocedures used. Comparison to historical drill sections, basic statistical analysis.
Site visits Comment on any site visits undertaken by the Competent Person and the
outcome of those visits.
No site visit was done by the Competent Person due to remoteness of the site from the CP's
base. However, other Iluka personnel undertook site visit during March 2013.
If no site visits have been undertaken indicate why this is the case.
Geological interpretation Confidence in (or conversely, the uncertainty of) the geological
interpretation of the mineral deposit.
The confidence in the geological interpretation is good. The geological style of
mineralisation (dunal) is generally regarded as fairly consistent. The deposit is similar in
style to many of other dunal deposits.
Nature of the data used and of any assumptions made. Original interpretations (taken from historic reports) have been used for geological
interpretation. It has been assumed that these original interpretations are correct.
The effect, if any, of alternative interpretations on Mineral Resource
estimation.
No other interpretations have been considered due to the well understood geology.
The use of geology in guiding and controlling Mineral Resource estimation. Appropriate geological domaining and corresponding flagging of drill data has been used
to control mineralisation during resource estimation.
The factors affecting continuity both of grade and geology. No factors are known which might affect grade continuity. The lateritic development is
erratic and the mineralisation is deposited on an unevengranitic basement.
Dimensions The extent and variability of the Mineral resource expressed as length
(along strike or otherwise), plan width, and depth below surface to the
upper and lower limits of the Mineral Resource.
The Coco Deposit occupies and area of 5km by 5km and ranges from about 5 m to 90m
above sea level. Mineralisation is from surface and ranges in thickness from 2 to 25 m.
Estimation and modelling
techniques
Grade estimation was completed using Inverse Distance Cubed in Datamine's estimation
process ESTIMA. The use of this process is an Iluka standard and is considered industry
standard.
The nature and appropriateness of the estimation technique (s) applied

and key assumptions, including treatment of extreme grade values,
domaining, interpolation parameters and maximum distance of
Drillhole sample data was flagged using domain (zone) codes generated from three
dimensional mineralisation domains, oxidation surfaces and historic interpretation.
extrapolation from data points. If a computer assisted estimation method
was chosen include a description of computer software and parameters
used.
The search ellipse dimensions have been set to 250 mE by 1000 mN by 3 mRL which is
consistent with the widely spaced nature of the drill holes and was the original search
volume parameters used in the year 2000 resource estimate. Keeping the same search
volume parameters allows the opportunity to compare the historic and current resource
estimates.

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Three search passes were employed in the updated 2013 resource estimate. The first pass
used a minimum of 2 samples and a maximum or 16. The second search doubled the search
ellipse while keeping the minimum and maximum samples at 2 and 16 respectively. The
third search extended to 3 times the original search ellipse. The minimum and maximum
number of samples did not change.
No extreme grade values were detected within the original drill data. The interpolation
parameters were set to the same one used in the previous resource estimate. This was to
allow a comparison between results.
The availability of check estimates, previous estimates and/or mine
production records and whether the Mineral Resource estimate takes
appropriate account of such data.
No mining has taken place in this area. The previous model (completed in October 2000)
showed a good correlation in assay data however an increase in tonnage is observed.
Reasons for the increase are not well understood as the RGC year 2000 volume is not
reported, there is some doubt regarding the location of the year 2000 resource boundary,
and the original model to verify the RGC resource estimate cannot be located. It is
suspected the use of the latest Iluka standard density formula accounts for a significant
portion of the increase.
The assumptions made regarding recovery of by-products. No by-products have been considered in this resource estimation.
Estimation of deleterious elements or other non-grade variables of
economic significance (e.g. sulphur for acid mine drainage
characterisation).
No deleterious elements have been included in the resource estimation. No analysis for
deleterious elements has been done at this time.
The block model was constructed using a 25 mE by 100 mN by 2mRL parent block size with
subcelling to 3 mE by 5 mN by 0.2mRL for domain volume resolution. All estimation was
completed at the parent cell resolution. Inverse distance search with a radius of 250m
(east) by 1000m(north) by 2m(elevation) was employedfor interpolation.
In the case of block model interpolation, the block size in relation to the
average sample spacing and the search employed.
_The model cell dimensions are approximately onequarter the drillgrid spacing. _
Un-estimated blocks (i.e. blocks outside the third search pass), were assigned the estimated
zone mean but were not included in the resource estimate.
Any assumptions behind modelling of selective mining units. No consideration of mining units has been incorporated into the resource estimation.
Any assumptions about correlation between variables. No correlation between variables has been considered. Heavy mineral is variant.
Description of how the geological interpretation was used to control the
resource estimates.
Mineralisation was constrained by wireframe surfaces. Drill intervals were given
corresponding zoneflagging to control interpolation of grade within zones.
Discussion of basis for using or not using grade cutting or capping. Grade cutting or capping was not required for this deposit. Grade cutting is not typically
used in resource estimation for mineral sands. Distribution curves of the HM assay data
shows grade cutting not required.
The process of validation, the checking process used, the comparison of
model data to drill hole data, and use of reconciliation data if available.
Visual validation of the block model was completed first. This stage checked the drill hole
zone allocations and assay data matched or closely correlated. This was completed in an
east-west and north-south direction. Statistical analysis was also completed to determine if
any outlier numbers appeared. No mining has taken place; therefore no reconciliation data
is available.

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Moisture Whether the tonnages are estimated on a dry basis or with natural
moisture, and the method of determination of the moisture content.
The tonnages are estimated on a dry basis.
Cut-off parameters The basis of the adopted cut-off grade(s) or quality parameters applied. A nominal grade cut-off of 3.0 per cent HM has been chosen. A 3.0 per cent HM cut-off is
considered consistentfor a Ilmenite dominated deposit of this magnitude.
Mining factors or
assumptions
Assumptions made regarding possible mining methods, minimum mining
dimensions and internal (or, if applicable, external) mining dilution. It is
always necessary as part of the process of determining reasonable
prospects for eventual economic extraction to consider potential mining
methods, but the assumptions made regarding mining methods and
parameters when estimating Mineral Resources may not always be
rigorous. Where this is the case, this should be reported with an
explanation of the basis of the mining assumptions made.
Mining at the Coco Deposit is likely to be the open cut mining using excavation machinery.
The geometry of the deposit makes it amendable to mining bulk methods currently
employed in other open cut mines within Iluka. No assumptions on mining methodology
have been made.
Metallurgical factors or
assumptions
The basis for assumptions or predictions regarding metallurgical
amenability. It is always necessary as part of the process of determining
reasonable prospects for eventual economic extraction to consider
potential metallurgical methods, but the assumptions regarding
metallurgical treatment processes and parameters made when reporting
Mineral Resources may not always be rigorous. Where this is the case, this
should be reported with an explanation of the basis of the metallurgical
assumptions made.
Nature and grain size (from initial logging) of mineralisation is geologically consistent with
mineral sands deposits that are currently being mined by Iluka. Further metallurgical
testing is required to confirm the best methods for optimal mineral recovery.
Environmental factors or
assumptions
Assumptions made regarding possible waste and process residue disposal
options. It is always necessary as part of the process of determining
reasonable prospects for eventual economic extraction to consider the
potential environmental impacts of the mining and processing operation.
While at this stage the determination of potential environmental impacts,
particularly for a greenfields project, may not always be well advanced,
the status of early consideration of these potential environmental impacts
should be reported. Where these aspects have not been considered this
should be reported with an explanation of the environmental assumptions
made.
No assumptions have been made about environmental factors. No environmental
constraints are known of for the Coco Deposit.
Bulk density Whether assumed or determined. If assumed, the basis for the
assumptions. If determined, the method used, whether wet or dry, the
frequency of the measurements, the nature, size and representativeness of
the samples.
This density calculation was determined by rigorous research at two of Iluka's sites in
Western Australia (the Capel and Eneabba mine sites). Due to the similarities between
other Iluka dunal deposits and the Coco Deposit it was determined that this bulk density
would be appropriate. Further test work to confirm this assumption is required.
The bulk density for bulk material must have been measured by methods
that adequately account for void spaces (vugs, porosity, etc), moisture and
differences between rock and alteration zones within the deposit.
The bulk density formula used accounts for void space and variable material composition. It
is the same formula used at current Iluka mine sites which mine geologically identical
material.

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Discuss assumptions for bulk density estimates used in the evaluation
process of the different materials.
It is assumed that the material in the Coco Deposit has the same density relationship that is
seen in Iluka deposits that are currently being mined. This assumption is considered valid as
the deposit is geologically identical to other Iluka heavy mineral deposits.
Classification The basis for the classification of the Mineral Resource into varying
confidence categories
An inferred level of confidence has been applied to the resource due to:
• The widely spaced drilling;
• Lack of QA/QC support;
• Apparent assay transcription errors;
• Limited supporting assemblage and quality data;
• Poor correlation with previous resource estimates and;
_• Uncertainty of the nature and degree of induration(laterite). _
Whether appropriate account has been taken of all relevant factors (i.e.
relative confidence in tonnage/grade estimations, reliability of input data,
confidence in continuity of geology and metal values, quality, quantity and
distribution of the data).
Whether the result appropriately reflects the Competent Person’s view of
the deposit.
The resource estimate appropriately reflects the Competent Person's impression of the
deposit.
Audits or reviews The results of any audits or reviews of Mineral Resource estimates. _No review has been done at this time, will be instigatedpending completion of reporting. _
Where appropriate a statement of the relative accuracy and confidence
level in the Mineral Resource estimate using an approach or procedure
deemed appropriate by the Competent Person. For example, the
application of statistical or geostatistical procedures to quantify the
relative accuracy of the resource within stated confidence limits, or, if such
an approach is not deemed appropriate, a qualitative discussion of the
factors that could affect the relative accuracy and confidence of the
estimate.
An Inferred Resource classification has been assigned to the deposit as per the guidelines
set out in the 2012 JORC code.
The statement should specify whether it relates to global or local
estimates, and, if local, state the relevant tonnages, which should be
relevant to technical and economic evaluation. Documentation should
include assumptions made and the procedures used
The statement relates to the global estimate of tonnes and grade.
These statements of relative accuracy and confidence of the estimate
should be compared withproduction data, where available.
No production data is available.

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APPENDIX 4

Key terms of the Term Sheets

The key terms of the Term Sheets are as follows:

  1. ( Conditions precedent ): completion of the proposed acquisition is subject to and conditional upon a number of conditions precedent, including:

  2. a. the completion of due diligence enquiries to the satisfaction of Iluka (in Iluka’s absolute discretion);

  3. b. any necessary consents required under the Sri Lankan Exchange Controls Act, the Mines and Minerals Act and other applicable legislation;

  4. c. the termination of certain agreements with third parties in respect of the tenement; and

  5. d. an acknowledgement and release from the creditors of PKD upon the payment of certain agreed amounts.

The above conditions precedent may be waived by Iluka by a notice in writing. If the above conditions precedent are not satisfied or waived by 31 August 2013, either party may terminate the Term Sheets and any other agreement contemplated in the Term Sheets by giving a notice in writing to the other parties. In certain circumstances, Iluka may extend the period to satisfy the above conditions precedent by 2 months.

  1. ( Consideration ): The consideration for the acquisition of PKD comprises the following:

  2. a. payment of US$5,000,000 to the shareholders and creditors of PKD;

  3. b. payment of US$2,000,000 on the grant of a mining licence over EL 170;

  4. c. payment of US$8,000,000 on the Iluka Board approving a development on EL 170; and

  5. d. payment of an annual trailing payment calculated at 1 per cent of the gross sale proceeds received from the annual sale of all mineral products and sand clay produced from the tenement less the amount referred to in paragraph b. above which amount is being treated as an advance on the trailing payment.

    1. ( Withdrawal ): Iluka can withdraw from the acquisition at any stage whereupon it may be required for no consideration to re-transfer the shares in PKD.
  6. ( Nomination ): Iluka has yet to determine the corporate structure through which it is to make this investment and as such, it has the right to nominate a group company to be a party to the formal agreements.

  7. ( Formal Agreements ): The parties are to enter into formal agreements to record the provisions of the Term Sheets.

The Term Sheets otherwise contain standard clauses typical of any agreement of this nature.

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