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IRON BEAR RESOURCES LTD Interim / Quarterly Report 2007

Jan 30, 2008

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31 January 2008

The Company Announcements Office ASX Limited

Via E Lodgement

QUARTERLY REPORT FOR PERIOD ENDING 31 DECEMBER 2007 AND APPENDIX 5B

Yours faithfully CAPE LAMBERT IRON ORE LIMITED

Ian Burston Executive Chairman

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REPORT FOR THE QUARTER ENDING 31 DECEMBER 2007

COMPANY HIGHLIGHTS

Cape Lambert Iron Ore Project (the “Project”)

  • Substantial, 59% increase in the Project’s mineral resource to 1.56 billion tonnes - includes only 65 drill holes out of 88 completed in the aggressive 2007 drilling campaign. This compares to a resource of 977 million tonnes announced in June 2007;

  • Resource remains open to the northeast, southeast and south, with significant prospectivity remaining to be explored and drill tested;

  • Further resource update is scheduled to be completed in the June 2008 quarter, incorporating the remaining 2007 and March 2008 quarter drilling;

  • Grant of tenement ELA47/1493 commenced. This tenement is immediately south of, and contiguous with, the main Project tenement E47/1462. When granted, Cape Lambert Iron Ore Limited’s (the “Company”) coastal landholding will increase to more than 400km[2] .

  • Drilling within the Northern Extension Area has identified significant and previously unknown extensions to the mineralisation, both along strike and down-dip. Significant Davis Tube Recovery (“DTR”) intercepts include:

  • MA423; 96m (from 120m) at an average DTR recovery of 26% mass to concentrate with a concentrate grade of 67% Fe and 3.5% silica;

  • MA424; 88m (from 96m) at an average DTR recovery of 27% mass to concentrate with a concentrate grade of 69% Fe and 3.7% silica; and

  • MA427; 104m (from 76m) at an average DTR recovery of 28% mass to concentrate with a concentrate grade of 69% Fe and 3.8% silica.

Corporate

  • The acquisition of three granted tenements adjacent to, and contiguous with, the main Project tenement E47/1462 was completed, increasing the Company’s landholding 70% to 373km[2] ;

  • An “In-specie” issue of Global Iron Limited shares was made to shareholders of the Company. The shares issued were held in escrow until 21 January 2008;

  • The Company’s Annual General Meeting was held on 30 November 2007. Messrs Peter Landau and Tim Turner were re-elected to the Board of Directors.

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Cape Lambert Iron Ore Limited December 2007Quarterly Report

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CAPE LAMBERT IRON ORE PROJECT

Work during the quarter focused on resource drilling aimed at increasing the size of, and confidence in, the mineral resource. The Company’s immediate objective is to define a sufficient resource base to produce at least 15 million tonnes per annum of magnetite concentrate over a minimum 20 year mine life.

January 2008 Resource Upgrade

Independent, international mining consultant Golder Associates completed an interim resource update late in January 2008. This upgrade included the assay results from 65 of the 88 Reverse Circulation (“RC”) holes from the 2007 drilling campaign and bulk density measurements determined from diamond drill core. The resource estimate, at a 20% Fe lower cut-off grade, is summarised in the following table.

January 2008 Resource Estimate

Resource
Classification
Million
Tonnes
Fe
(%)
SiO2
(%)
Al2O3
(%)
P
(%)
S
(%)
LOI
(%)
Indicated 979 31.4 40.2 2.25 0.025 0.14 5.95
Inferred 577 30.8 41.0 2.22 0.025 0.13 7.38
Total 1,556 31.2 40.5 2.24 0.025 0.13 6.48

This resource upgrade (refer ASX release dated 30 January 2008 for full details) represents a significant 59% increase on the 977Mt resource announced in June 2007.

A further resource update will be completed in the June 2008 quarter and will include the outstanding 2007 drill data (23 RC holes, 9 diamond metallurgical holes and 7 diamond tails), as well as drill data from the March 2008 quarter.

Tenement Application ELA47/1493

In 2005, the Company made application for exploration tenement ELA47/1493, which lies to the south of, and is contiguous with, the main Project tenement E47/1462. Part of this application was a granted title held by others, which was recently extinguished. The extinguishment of the pre-existing title has enabled the Company to initiate the granting of ELA47/1493. This is expected to be completed late in the June 2008 quarter.

This tenement, which has an area of approximately 35km[2] , is strategically important as it will increase the Company’s contiguous coastal landholding to 408km[2] (refer Figure 1). Identified within this tenement is a 3km long untested, magnetic anomaly located on the eastern margin (refer Figure 2). This anomaly is thought to represent the southern strike extension of the Cape Lambert resource, which lies within the highly prospective Cleaverville geological formation.

Aeromagnetic Survey

Resource Potentials, an independent geophysical consultant, completed an interpretation of the helimag survey flown over the Project area and commenced work on a 3D model. Work will continue during the March 2008 quarter to complete the model. The model will provide a useful tool in optimising drill hole locations.

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Program of Work

A statutory Program of Work to enable drill testing of the newly discovered magnetic anomalies on tenements E47/1233 and E47/1271 was approved by the Department of Industry and Resources. Drilling commenced late in the quarter (refer below).

RC Drilling

The RC drilling program continued during the quarter with 39 drill holes completed for a total advance of 11,810 metres. A total of 88 holes were completed in 2007 for a total advance of 31,013 metres. This compares with 69 holes being completed in 2006 for an advance of 18,052 metres.

The main focus of the drilling during the quarter was to extend the Central Target Area (“CTA”) (refer Figure 3) resource beyond its known limits towards the north and to infill complex areas for the January 2008 resource update.

Drilling within the Northern Extension Area (refer Figure 3) identified significant and previously unknown extensions to the mineralisation, both along strike and down-dip. This northern extension to the magnetite mineralisation has yet to be closed-off along strike or down-dip. Drilling in this area will continue during the March 2008 quarter.

Several drill holes were completed on the newly discovered magnetic anomalies within tenements E47/1233 and E47/1271. These holes intersected numerous thick intervals (>60m) of mineralised Banded Iron Formation. Assay results for these holes are expected to be received in February 2008. Further drill testing of these anomalies is planned for the March 2008 quarter.

Diamond Drilling

The diamond drill program (10,000 metres planned) continued during the quarter, with a total advance of 2,288 metres (8 holes). This comprised 7 HQ metallurgical holes and 1 NQ diamond tail. Total advance for 2007 was 4,756 metres (18 holes).

Significant DTR Results

During the quarter, DTR results were received for 51 RC holes, with significant results summarised in Table 1, which include:

  • MA320; 112m (from 84m) at an average DTR recovery of 28% mass to concentrate with a concentrate grade of 65% Fe and 6.7% silica;

  • MA415; 72m (from 80m) at an average DTR recovery of 34% mass to concentrate with a concentrate grade of 65% Fe and 3.7% silica;

  • MA423; 96m (from 120m) at an average DTR recovery of 26% mass to concentrate with a concentrate grade of 67% Fe and 3.5% silica;

  • MA424; 88m (from 96m) at an average DTR recovery of 27% mass to concentrate with a concentrate grade of 69% Fe and 3.7% silica; and

  • MA427; 104m (from 76m) at an average DTR recovery of 28% mass to concentrate with a concentrate grade of 69% Fe and 3.8% silica.

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The DTR results continue to show that the magnetite mineralisation at Cape Lambert is capable of being concentrated to a saleable product. Drill holes MA423, MA424 and MA427 are located within the Northern Extension Area on Section 15,100E (refer Figure 3). Figure 4 shows stylised Section 15,100E, where continuous broad zones of magnetite mineralisation occur. Importantly, the mineralisation remains open down-dip.

The Northern Extension Area continues to produce a higher Fe and lower silica concentrate, which is ideal for blending with the slightly lower Fe and higher silica concentrate produced from the central and southern portions of the CTA. This blending will enable a much greater utilisation of the total mineral resource during mining operations.

Metallurgical Flowsheet Development and Testwork

Metallurgical testwork on diamond drill core commenced at independent laboratory Amdel Pty Ltd. This included; bond impact crushing work index, JK drop-weight, unconfined compressive strength and SAG mill comminution test work.

Geotechnical and Hydrogeological Studies

Coffey Mining Pty Ltd continued geotechnical logging of diamond drill core.

Water level monitoring transducers were installed in 3 existing drill holes. This will enable the seasonal influences on the groundwater regime to be measured and the impact of the wet season to be monitored.

Native Title

Heritage clearances on planned drill hole locations were conducted during November and December. The clearances provided access to drilling areas at several locations, including the newly discovered magnetic anomalies.

Port

A meeting was held with the Department of Planning and Infrastructure in early January 2008, to discuss and progress the development of a port.

An agreement was reached during the quarter with another mining group to jointly investigate a shared port facility that would provide a number of synergies including reduced capital and operating costs.

Environmental Approvals

Environmental work to support an Environmental Impact Assessment submission continued, with the following progress made:

  • A report on the flora and vegetation survey undertaken by Mattiske Consulting Pty Ltd was received. This work will enable infrastructure to be sited to minimise the impact on any Priority Flora species identified within the Project area; and

  • A geochemical characterisation testwork program on potentially mineable material was developed by URS Australia Pty Ltd and will commence during the March 2008 quarter.

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First Half Work Program

Work during the first half of 2008 will focus on;

  • infill and extension RC and diamond drilling programs, with the objective of converting Inferred resource to Indicated within the Northern Extension Area;

  • drill testing the newly discovered magnetic anomalies;

  • progressing the June 2008 quarter mineral resource update;

  • mining studies on the Indicated component of the January 2008 mineral resource estimate to assess the potential mining inventory;

  • advancing the metallurgical testwork program on diamond core to demonstrate the suitability of the flowsheet; and

  • geochemical characterisation, geotechnical and hydrogeological studies.

CORPORATE

Global Iron Limited

Admission of Global Iron Limited (ASX: GFE) to the official List of the Australian Stock Exchange occurred on 16 October 2007. Official Quotation of securities commenced on 18 October 2007.

An “In-specie” issue of GFE shares was made to shareholders of the Company. The shares issued were held in escrow until 21 January 2008.

Exercise of Option to Acquire Adjacent Tenements (EL47/1233, EL47/1248, EL47/1271)

On 4 October 2007, the Company gave notice of the exercise of its option to acquire the above tenements. The acquisition was settled on 31 October 2007, increasing the Company’s landholding 70% from 218km[2] to 373km[2] .

The newly acquired tenements are adjacent to, and contiguous with, the eastern portion of tenement E47/1462 and are strategically important, given the recently identified magnetic anomalies located within them and their close proximity to the Project.

Annual General Meeting

The Annual General Meeting of the Company was held on 30 November 2007. All resolutions put to the meeting were passed, including the re-election of Mr Peter Landau and Mr Tim Turner to the Board of Directors.

Yours faithfully Cape Lambert Iron Ore Limited

Ian Burston Executive Chairman

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For more information please contact:

Cape Lambert Iron Ore Limited

Ian Burston Tony Sage

+61 (0) 8 9211 0600 +61 (0) 8 9380 9555

Australian Enquiries:

Professional Public Relations David Tasker

+61 (0) 8 9388 0944

UK Enquiries:

Collins Stewart Europe Limited Adrian Hadden Oliver Quarmby

+44 (0) 20 7523 8353 +44 (0) 20 7523 8354

Conduit PR

Jos Simson Jane Stacey

+44 (0) 20 7429 6603 / (0) 7899 870450 +44 (0) 20 7429 6606

Website: www.capelam.com.au

The DTR information in this report is based on information compiled by GV Ariti who is a Member of The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. Mr Ariti has sufficient experience which is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity which he is undertaking to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2004 Edition of the “Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves”. Mr Ariti consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on his information in the form and the context in which it appears.

The exploration information in this report is based on information compiled by Mr. Bruce Hunter, Regional Exploration Manager, who is a Member of The Australian Institute of Geoscientists. Mr. Hunter has sufficient experience which is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity which he is undertaking to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2004 Edition of the “Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves”. Mr. Hunter consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on his information in the form and the context in which it appears.

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Table 1: Significant Davis Tube Recovery Results

Hole ID Location Location Sample Sample Head
Fe
(%)
DTR Result DTR Result
Easting Northing From
(m)
To
(m)
Interval
(m)
Mass
(%)
Fe
(%)
SiO2
(%)
Al2O3
(%)
P
(%)
S
(%)
MGA94
MA320 510083 7709124 84 196 112 32.3 34.4 65.1 6.68 0.62 0.01 0.07
MA328 509885 7707688 56 84 28 35.0 37.6 65.5 7.12 0.57 0.01 0.03
MA329 505595 7692184 120 140 20 35.4 39.9 66.7 6.26 0.34 0.01 0.01
MA331 509976 7707539 212 248 36 34.7 40.9 66.7 5.81 0.39 0.01 0.12
260 284 24 33.3 36.3 66.6 6.14 0.47 0.01 0.14
356 384 28 34.16 35.1 65.5 7.09 0.60 0.01 0.07
MA333 509360 7707038 64 80 16 35.9 41.0 68.0 5.01 0.11 0.01 0.01
140 156 16 37.7 43.2 66.2 6.86 0.22 0.01 0.01
324 344 20 35.9 36.5 65.4 6.68 0.60 0.01 0.40
MA336 509851 7708408 160 196 36 36.5 38.4 67.6 5.23 0.27 0.01 0.03
228 244 16 32.2 38.7 65.3 7.56 0.55 0.01 0.07
MA404 510069 7708828 204 222 18 34.7 36.8 66.4 5.69 0.31 0.01 0.02
MA410 509605 7709776 140 164 24 32.4 31.5 65.4 5.73 0.36 0.01 0.01
MA411 509472 7709662 27 60 33 36.4 33.7 66.2 5.51 0.22 0.01 0.01
MA414 509764 7710963 172 216 44 33.7 32.9 69.1 3.58 0.28 0.01 0.01
312 344 32 33.1 31.3 65.8 7.25 0.41 0.01 0.01
MA415 509591 7711219 80 152 72 33.1 28.5 68.9 3.75 0.39 0.01 0.01
MA417 509311 7711624 43 72 29 32.5 26.5 69.2 3.71 0.25 0.01 0.01
MA418 509371 7711555 72 92 20 32.9 29.8 66.7 6.26 0.66 0.01 0.02
96 112 16 32.5 32.3 66.9 5.93 0.68 0.01 0.02

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Hole ID Location Location Sample Sample Sample Head
Fe
(%)
DTR Result DTR Result DTR Result DTR Result DTR Result DTR Result
Easting Northing From
(m)
To
(m)
Interval
(m)
Mass
(%)
Fe
(%)
SiO2
(%)
Al2O3
(%)
P
(%)
S
(%)
MGA94
MA419 509874 7713082 56 84 28 31.9 31.3 68.6 4.61 0.1 0.01 0.05
100 160 60 29.1 23.8 67.7 5.29 0.51 0.01 0.02
MA420 509924 7713035 78 100 22 29.1 18.2 69.0 4.19 0.03 0.01 0.02
148 184 36 31.1 24.6 68.5 4.41 0.32 0.01 0.02
MA421 510030 7712863 208 260 52 29.8 21.6 69.3 3.50 0.30 0.01 0.02
MA422 509932 7712306 212 268 56 32.5 27.1 69.3 3.60 0.12 0.01 0.01
MA423 509817 7712470 120 216 96 31.1 25.5 67.0 3.48 0.27 0.01 0.01
MA424 509760 7712552 96 184 88 30.5 26.6 68.7 3.68 0.30 0.01 0.03
MA426 509653 7712355 112 152 40 33.9 30.6 69.8 3.07 0.10 0.01 0.02
156 200 44 31.0 27.7 68.6 4.10 0.46 0.01 0.02
MA427 509702 7712634 76 180 104 31.3 27.8 69.0 3.80 0.23 0.01 0.03

Notes:

  • Sample intervals comprise 2-5m composites.

  • Each composite is individually tested by DTR, with all composite results averaged for the interval.

  • Sample interval is apparent, not true.

  • DTR head samples prepared to nominally 100% passing 45 micrometers.

  • DTR testing performed by AMDEL Limited (IML laboratory) and ALS Chemex with chemical analysis by X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry (XRF).

 Minimum reported DTR interval is 16 metres at a 9% SiO2 concentrate grade top-cut and 18% mass recovery lower cut-off.

 All DTR results have been reported previously.

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Figure 1
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TENEMENTS AND TMI IMAGE
Figure 2 CAPE LAMBERT
Point Samson
5km
Wickham
3km Magnetic
Anomaly
Roebourne
E47/1493
(TMI=Total Magnetic Intensity)
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7716000 mN
7715000 mN
Mineralised Footprint Outlined
7714000 mN From Robe Drilling
MA 419
MA 427
7713000 mN MA 420
MA 424
Northern
MA 421
Extension MA 426 Section
Area MA 422 15 100 E
7712000 mN MA 423
MA 417
MA 418
MA 415
7711000 mN
MA 414
Eastern
Extension
Area
MA 410
7710000 mN
E47/1271
MA 411
7709000 mN
MA 320
1.56 Bt
MA 404
Resource E47/1233
MA 329 MA 336
Outline
7708000 mN
MA 328
MA 333
MA 331
7707000 mN
7706000 mN
E47/1462 E47/1248
7705000 mN
1 0 1 2
Location
Map
Kilometers
KARRATHA
ProjectArea Figure 3
Legend Significant Intercept
Power Line CFE 2007 Drill Hole 
Drill Hole Locations
Railway Line CFE 2006 Drill Hole
KALGOORLIE Author: Date: August 2007
Project Tenements Robe Drill Hole
PERTH Drawn: Revised: January 2008
Dwg No.: CLIO 015 rev Report No.:
Datum: GDA94 Scale: 1:50 000
506000 mE 507000 mE 508000 mE 509000 mE 510000 mE 511000 mE 512000 mE 513000 mE 514000 mE
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Figure 4

Appendix 5B Mining exploration entity quarterly report

Rule 5.3

Appendix 5B

Mining exploration entity quarterly report

Introduced 1/7/96. Origin: Appendix 8. Amended 1/7/97, 1/7/98, 30/9/2001.

Name of entity

Name of entity Name of entity Name of entity
CAPE LAMBERT IRON ORE LTD
ABN
71 095 047 920
Consolidated statement of cash flows
Cash flows related to operating activities
1.1
Receipts from product sales and related debtors
1.2
Payments for
(a) exploration and evaluation
(b) development
(c) production
(d) administration
1.3
Dividends received
1.4
Interest and other items of a similar nature
received
1.5
Interest and other costs of finance paid
1.6
Income taxes paid
1.7
Other
Net Operating Cash Flows
Current quarter
$A’000
Year to date
(6 months)
$A’000
(9,199)
(670)
6
-
(13,122)
(1,520)
72
11
(9,863) (14,559)
Cash flows related to investing activities
1.8
Payment for purchases of:
(a)prospects
(b)equity investments
(c) other fixed assets
1.9
Proceeds from sale of:
(a)prospects
(b)equity investments
(c)other fixed assets
1.10
Loans to other entities
1.11
Loans repaid by other entities
1.12
Other – Performance Bonds
1
Net investing cash flows
1.13
Total
operating
and
investing
cash
flows
(carried forward)
(70)
(12)
2,077
(3)
-
(70)
(17)
2,590
(3)
2,003
1,992 4,503
(7,871) (10,056)
  • See chapter 19 for defined terms.

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Appendix 5B Mining exploration entity quarterly report

1.13
Total
operating
and
investing
cash
flows
(brought forward)
(7,871) (10,056)
Cash flows related to financing activities
1.14
Proceeds from issues of shares, options, etc.
1.15
Proceeds from sale of forfeited shares
1.16
Proceeds from borrowings
1.17
Repayment of borrowings
1.18
Dividends paid
1.19
Other
-
repayment of issue proceeds
-
costs of share issues
Net financing cash flows
2,369 10,806
2,369 10,806
Net (decrease) in cash held
1.20
Cash at beginning of quarter/year to date
1.21
Exchange rate adjustments to item 1.20
1.22
Cash at end ofquarter
(5,502)
8,169
-
750
1,917
-
2,667 2,667

Payments to directors of the entity and associates of the directors Payments to related entities of the entity and associates of the related entities

1.23
1.24
1.23
1.24
Aggregate amount of payments to the parties included in item 1.2
Aggregate amount of loans to the parties included in item 1.10
Current quarter
$A'000
177
1.25
Explanation necessaryfor an understandingof the transactions
Executive and non executive directors salaries
Non-cash financing and investing activities
2.1
Details of financing and investing transactions which have had a material effect on consolidated
assets and liabilities but did not involve cash flows
2.2
Details of outlays made by other entities to establish or increase their share in projects in which the
reportingentityhas an interest
Explanation necessaryfor an understandingof the transactions
Executive and non executive directors salaries
Details of outlays made by other entities to establish or increase their share in projects in which the
reportingentityhas an interest

Financing facilities available

Add notes as necessary for an understanding of the position.

3.1
Loan facilities
3.2
Credit standby arrangements
Amount available
$A’000
Amount used
$A’000
- -
- -
  • See chapter 19 for defined terms.

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Appendix 5B Mining exploration entity quarterly report

Estimated cash outflows for next quarter

Estimated cash outflows for next quarter
4.1
Exploration and evaluation
4.2
Development
$A’000
2,000
-
Total 2,000

Reconciliation of cash

Reconciliation of cash
Reconciliation of cash at the end of the quarter (as
shown in the consolidated statement of cash flows) to
the related items in the accounts is as follows.
Current quarter
$A’000
Previous quarter
$A’000
5.1
Cash on hand and at bank
5.2
Deposits at call
5.3
Bank overdraft
5.4
Other (provide details)
2,667 8,169
- -
- -
- -
Total: cash at end of quarter(item 1.22) 2,667 8,169

Changes in interests in mining tenements

6.1
Interests in mining
tenements relinquished,
reduced or lapsed
6.2
Interests in mining
tenements acquired or
increased
Tenement
reference
Nature of interest
(note (2))
Interest at
beginning
ofquarter
Interest at
end of
quarter
Nil
E47-1233
E47-1248
E47-1271
Granted
Granted
Granted
0%
0%
0%
100%
100%
100%
  • See chapter 19 for defined terms.

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Appendix 5B Mining exploration entity quarterly report

Issued and quoted securities at end of current quarter

Description includes rate of interest and any redemption or conversion rights together with prices and dates.

Total number Number quoted Issue
price
per
security (see note
3) (cents)
Amount paid up per
security (see note 3)
(cents)
7.1
Preference
+securities
(description)
7.2
Changes during
quarter
(a) Increases
through issues
(b) Decreases
through returns of
capital, buy-
backs,
redemptions
7.3
+Ordinary
securities
7.4
Changes during
quarter
(a) Increases
through issues
(b) Decreases
through returns of
capital,buy-backs
281,634,892 281,634,892
4,667,392 4,667,392
7.5
+Convertible
debt securities
(description)
7.6
Changes during
quarter
(a) Increases
through issues
(b) Decreases
through securities
matured,
converted
7.7
Options
(description and
conversion factor)
7.8
Issued during
quarter
7.9
Exercised during
quarter
7.10
Expired during
quarter
550,000
500,000
130,955,334
50,000,000
28,000,000
5,985,825
3,300,000
3,300,000
6,650,000
-
-
130,955,334
-
-
-
-
-
-
Exercise price
42.7 cents
36.7 cents
27.7 cents
32.7 cents
37.7 cents
40.0 cents
90.0 cents
$1.40
49.0 cents
Expiry date
22 October 2008
9 February 2009
31 October 2008
31 October 2009
31 October 2010
31 December 2007
30 June 2008
30 June 2009
30 June 2008
300,000 - 49.0 cents 30 June 2008
914,175
13,500
1
27.7 cents
27.7 cents
27.7 cents
31 October 2008
31 October 2008
31 October 2008
7.11
Debentures
(totals only)
  • See chapter 19 for defined terms.

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Appendix 5B Mining exploration entity quarterly report

7.12 Unsecured notes (totals only)

Compliance statement

  • 1 This statement has been prepared under accounting policies which comply with accounting standards as defined in the Corporations Act or other standards acceptable to ASX (see note 4).

  • 2 This statement does give a true and fair view of the matters disclosed.

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Sign here: ................................................................. (Director/Company secretary)

Date: .25 January 2008

Print name: ......Timothy Turner.............................................

Notes

  • 1 The quarterly report provides a basis for informing the market how the entity’s activities have been financed for the past quarter and the effect on its cash position. An entity wanting to disclose additional information is encouraged to do so, in a note or notes attached to this report.

  • 2 The “Nature of interest” (items 6.1 and 6.2) includes options in respect of interests in mining tenements acquired, exercised or lapsed during the reporting period. If the entity is involved in a joint venture agreement and there are conditions precedent which will change its percentage interest in a mining tenement, it should disclose the change of percentage interest and conditions precedent in the list required for items 6.1 and 6.2.

  • 3 Issued and quoted securities The issue price and amount paid up is not required in items 7.1 and 7.3 for fully paid securities .

  • 4 The definitions in, and provisions of, AASB 1022: Accounting for Extractive Industries and AASB 1026: Statement of Cash Flows apply to this report.

  • 5 Accounting Standards ASX will accept, for example, the use of International Accounting Standards for foreign entities. If the standards used do not address a topic, the Australian standard on that topic (if any) must be complied with.

  • See chapter 19 for defined terms.

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