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LEEUWIN METALS LTD Capital/Financing Update 2023

Aug 20, 2023

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ASX ANNOUNCEMENT | 21 August 2023

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High-Grade Lithium Drill Assays Received from the Jenpeg Lithium Project

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Leeuwin is pleased to announce assays received for a further four holes, with significant widths of high-grade mineralisation present in all holes.

  • Multiple, shallow, significant intercepts of spodumene bearing pegmatites, include:

  • XL-06: 5.14m @ 1.75% Li2O from 20.77m; &

    • 14.18m @ 1.66% Li2O from 53m.
  • XL-21: 6.62m @ 1.18% Li2O from 28.38m;

    • 5.22m @ 1.24% Li2O from 39.78m; &

    • 9.65m @ 1.20% Li2O from 91.35m.

  • XL-18: 13.87m @ 1.17% Li2O from 27.13m.

  • XL-05: 5.0m @ 1.18% Li2O from 17m; &

    • 21.85m @ 0.81% Li2O from 26m.
  • The results delineate a significant pegmatite swarm, currently defined by historical drilling over 400m’s of strike within a 6km prospective corridor defined by channel sampling.

  • Assays for three additional holes are pending, with results anticipated in the coming weeks.

  • A field program is expected to commence in late Q3 CY23 to further define targets, via mapping, multispectral satellite image analysis, and geochemical sampling.

  • Leeuwin remains the single largest landholder within the highly prospective Cross Lake Greenstone Belt, with a land position of +1,900 km[2] .

Managing Director, Christopher Piggott, commented:

“Today’s results confirm the emergence of the Jenpeg lithium discovery in Manitoba. The assays display significant widths of high-grade lithium mineralisation, highlighting the underexplored nature of this large-scale mineralised system.

We firmly believe in the compelling opportunities at both prospect and regional scales, offering Leeuwin shareholders the opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s next major lithium discoveries.

We also extend our gratitude to the Government of Manitoba for their proactive approach and support in encouraging investment in critical minerals exploration, which enabled Leeuwin’s historical core sampling.

We look forward to regularly keeping the market up to date as we receive results from pending lithium and nickel assays.”

Leeuwin Metals Ltd ASX: LM1 | ACN 656 057 215 A: Level 2, Suite 16, 420 Bagot Road, Subiaco, Western Australia 6008 T: +61 8 6556 6427 E: [email protected] W: leeuwinmetals.com

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Critical metals explorer Leeuwin Metals Ltd ( LM1 or the Company ) ( ASX: LM1 ) is pleased to announce more high-grade results from four holes at our 100% owned Jenpeg Lithium project ( Jenpeg ) in Manitoba, Canada.

Jenpeg represents a large-scale opportunity, featuring mapped pegmatite swarms extending over 6km of strike. Remarkably, this vast region has remained insufficiently explored for its lithium potential until now.

High-Grade Lithium Results

Today's results from the recent sampling of four additional drill holes are extremely positive and confirm the project to be an emerging lithium discovery. To date, a total of six holes have been assayed, all of which have shown significant widths and grades of Li2O. These results indicate that the system remains open in all directions, even with limited drill testing having occurred. For full exploration results refer to Appendix B.

These sampled holes are part of a historical drill core resampling initiative by Leeuwin for a total of nine holes, with three more holes remaining for analysis, with assay results expected in the upcoming weeks.

Recent intersections include:

  • XL-06: 5.14m @ 1.75% Li2O from 20.77m;

  • 1.18m @ 0.73% Li2O from 27.82m;

  • 8.38m @ 0.57% Li2O from 35m; &

  • 14.18m @ 1.66% Li2O from 53m.

  • XL-21: 6.62m @ 1.18% Li2O from 28.38m; 5.22m @ 1.24% Li2O from 39.78m; 11.1m @ 0.78% Li2O from 50.9m; &

  • 9.65m @ 1.20% Li2O from 91.35m.

  • XL-18: 5.21m @ 0.74% Li2O from 5.79m; 2.0m @ 0.75% Li2O from 16m; & 13.87m @ 1.17% Li2O from 27.13m.

  • XL-05: 5.0m @ 1.18% Li2O from 17m; &

  • 21.85m @ 0.81% Li2O from 26m.

Previous high-grade intersections reported on 17 April 2023 included:

  • XL-10: 20.59m @ 1.23% Li2O from 29.87m.

  • XL-22: 8.29m @ 1.13% Li2O from 31.69m; &

  • 15.12m @ 1.40% Li2O from 73.6m, incl. 11.8m @ 1.63% Li2O from 76.2m.

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Notably, historical drilling has successfully intersected multiple, sub-parallel spodumene bearing Lithium-Caesium-Tantalum (LCT) pegmatites, exhibiting thicknesses of up to 20 meters and exceeding 400 meters of strike length.

Results to date continue to confirm that this region is extremely prospective and will play an integral role in ongoing work programs for future success at Jenpeg.

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Figure 1: Current results and previously released results of historical drill holes (Coordinates in UTM NAD83 z14N) (refer to Appendix B, Table 1).

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Figure 2: Section B-B’ showing recently returned results and previous results from sampling of historical core (refer to Appendix B, Table 1 and ASX 17/04/2023).

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Figure 3: Section A-A' showing recently returned results and previous results from sampling of historical core (refer to Appendix B, Table 1).

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Future Plans

In addition to the pending assays for three drill holes, the Company anticipates commencing field work in Q3 CY2023, with an initial focus on the +6km trend of known spodumene bearing pegmatites at Spodumene Island. Exploration activities, including rock chip and channel sampling, detailed geological mapping, and multispectral satellite image analysis, will pinpoint additional targets.

These insights will guide ongoing exploration efforts within key areas while supporting regional exploration programs across our extensive +1,900km[2] of tenure. The objective of this work is to underscore the substantial potential of Jenpeg and contribute to the generation of drill targets.

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Figure 4: Local Geology of Spodumene Island Prospect area (Coordinates in UTM NAD83 z14N) (refer to Appendix B, Table 1 and (refer to the ITAR in the Company's prospectus on the ASX 28 March 2023 for further details of historical channel sampling).

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Infrastructure and Location

The Jenpeg Lithium Project is in the Canadian province of Manitoba, around 120km south of the major regional mining centre of Thompson. The project is accessed by Provincial Highway 6 and is well serviced by hydroelectric power from the Jenpeg power station to the south.

The 100% owned Jenpeg Project consists of the 1405.6km[2] granted Mineral Exploration Licences within a larger area of applications covering more than 1,948km[2] (refer to Figure 5 below).

Tanco Mine, operated by mining giant Sinomine Resource Group Co. Ltd., is currently active in Manitoba, with plans in progress for the development of a downstream Lithium Hydroxide plant in Manitoba, in collaboration with LG Energy Solutions.

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Figure 5: Location of the 100% owned Jenpeg Lithium Project MELs. Coordinates in UTM NAD 83 z14.

This ASX release has been approved for release by the Board.

KEY CONTACTS Christopher Piggott Managing Director E [email protected] T +61 8 6556 6427

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About Us

Leeuwin Metals Ltd (Leeuwin) is a mineral explorer committed to securing critical metals vital for the advancement of electric vehicles and renewable energy.

Leeuwin has five projects, three located in Canada and two Western Australia which are highly prospective for Nickel, Copper, PGE, and Lithium.

Our goal is to contribute to the global shift towards decarbonisation and electrification, working towards a greener future. Led by a skilled team with expertise in project generation, discovery, development, operations, and transactions.

William Lake Nickel Project is the flagship asset where the Company is exploring for high-grade Nickel, Copper and PGE mineralisation hosted in sulphides. The project is located in the Thompson Nickel Belt, this belt is highly fertile with several existing nickel mines currently in production.

Jenpeg Lithium Project is highly prospective for LCT type pegmatites. The project is located in the Cross Lake greenstone belt with previous drilling intercepting spodumene bearing pegmatites with grades of +1% Li2O present.

Complimentary Projects located in Western Australia and Ontario targeting Lithium and REE’s.

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APPENDIX A: IMPORTANT NOTICES

No new information

Except where explicitly stated, this announcement contains references to prior exploration results, all of which have been cross-referenced to previous market announcements made by the Company. The Company confirms that it is not aware of any new information or data that materially affects the information included in the relevant market announcements.

Competent Person Statement

The information in this report that relates to exploration results is based on and fairly represents information compiled by Mr Marcus Harden, a Competent Person who is a Member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and the Chief Geologist and Business Development of the Company. Mr Harden has sufficient experience that is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity being undertaken to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the ‘Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves’. Mr Harden consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on his information in the form and context in which it appears.

Forward Looking Statements

Various statements in this announcement constitute statements relating to intentions, future acts, and events. Such statements are generally classified as "forward looking statements" and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that could cause those future acts, events, and circumstances to differ materially from what is presented or implicitly portrayed herein. The Company gives no assurances that the anticipated results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements will be achieved.

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APPENDIX B: JORC CODE, 2012 EDITION

Table 1: Significant Intercept Table

Cut-off grade of >0.5% Li2O and allowing for up to 2m interval of internal waste. Intercept lengths may not add up due to rounding to appropriate precision. Coordinates are in UTM NAD 83 z14 projection.

Hole ID Easting Northing RL Azimuth Dip EOH
Depth
(m)
From
(m)
To
(m)
Interval
(m)
Li2O
(%)
Ta2O5
(ppm)
XL-4 576062 6048217 225 170 -60 90.2 Assays Pending
XL-5 576062 6048217 225 360 -90 89 17 22 5 1.18 104
26 47.85 21.85 0.81 45
XL-6 576002 6048232 225 170 -45 102.4 20.77 25.91 5.14 1.75 158
27.82 29 1.18 0.73 13
35 43.38 8.38 0.57 1
53 67.18 14.18 1.66 126
70 71 1 0.53 2
XL-10 575776 6048404 225 170 -50 89.3 20.5 21.67 1.17 2.31 485
29.87 50.46 20.59 1.23 194
incl: 35 50 15 1.34 194
51.32 52.12 0.8 0.84 4
XL-17 575929 6048395 225 170 -50 123.7 Assays Pending
XL-18 575977 6048404 225 170 -50 102.4 5.79 11 5.21 0.74 14
16 18 2 0.75 127
27.13 41 13.87 1.17 106
XL-19 576017 6048420 225 170 -50 126.8 Assays Pending
XL-21 576087 6048401 225 170 -50 150.3 28.38 35 6.62 1.18 93
39.78 45 5.22 1.24 159
50.9 62 11.1 0.78 50
91.35 101 9.65 1.2 182
XL-22 575971 6048452 225 170 -50 154.2 31.69 39.98 8.29 1.13 153
55.26 55.93 0.67 1.41 107
72.83 72.9 0.07 0.78 10
73.6 88.72 15.12 1.4 159
incl: 76.2 88 11.8 1.63 143
92.69 94.85 2.16 1.86 50
104 106 2 1.57 128

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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
downhole
gamma sondes, or handheld XRF
instruments, etc.). These examples
should not be taken as limiting the
broad meaning of sampling.
All drilling quoted is from Historical Operators. Drill is
predominantly AQ diameter and is now stored at the
Brady Road Core Facility of the Manitoban Geological
Survey.
Recent re-sampling of the drill core was ¼ core of
residual reference core under the supervision of a
qualified geologist on nominal 1m intervals. Interval
lengths were adjusted to logged geological intervals. ¼
core samples were taken from the split core using a core
saw with half the core placed in plastic sample bags and
the remaining half left in the core box. For consistency the
same half of core was collected for successive samples.
Include reference to measures taken
to ensure sample representivity and
the appropriate calibration of any
measurement tools or systems used.
Re-sampling of the drill core was ¼ core of residual
reference core under the supervision of a qualified
geologist on nominal 1m intervals. Interval lengths were
adjusted to logged geological intervals. ¼ core samples
were taken from the split core using a core saw with half
the core placed in plastic sample bags and the
remaining half left in the core box. For consistency the
same half of core was collected for successive samples.
Sampling was completed based on geological intervals
on a nominal 1m interval but can range between 0.2m
and up to 2m’s. The holes have meter marks down holes.
Sample sizes are considered appropriate and correctly
represent the style and type of mineralisation.
Field standards, laboratory standards and laboratory
repeats were used to monitor quality of analysis.
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.
Diamond drilling was used to obtain AQ sized diamond
core which was split for sample submission.
For these results, resampled ¼ core was submitted to
Actlabs Laboratories in Thunder Bay. The entire sample
was crushed to a nominal -2 mm, mechanically split to
obtain a representative sample and then pulverized to at
least 95% -105 microns (µm). Samples were then
assayed by Peroxide ‘Total’ Fusion ICP-OES+ICP-MS
(laboratory package Ultratrace 7). Samples assaying
above 10,000ppm Li were then analysed by ore grade
analysis through Peroxide Fusion ICP-OES.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
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.).
All drilling quoted is from Historical Operators, Tanco
Mining. Drilling is predominantly AQ diameter.
Diamond Drill core was not historically oriented.
Drill sample
recovery
Method of recording and assessing
core and chip sample recoveries and
results assessed.
All drilling quoted is AQ diamond core. There is no
recorded RQD data as is standard by observations by
Leeuwin Minerals geologists do not record significant
zones of core loss.
Measures taken to maximise sample
recovery and ensure representative
nature of the samples.
Unknown, not recorded by previous operators.
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.
There is no relationship between sample recovery and
grade indicated by previous operators of the project.
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.
All samples were geologically logged on site by
professional geologists. Details on the host lithology,
deformation, dominant minerals including sulphide
species and alteration minerals plus veining are
recorded. Logging is to a sufficient standard to support
Mineral
Resource Estimation,
mining
studies
and
metallurgical studies.
Whether logging is qualitative or
quantitative in nature. Core (or
costean, channel, etc.) photography.
All samples have been qualitatively logged for lithology,
alteration, weathering and foliation and qualitatively
logged for vein percentage, mineralization/sulphide
percentage,
The total length and percentage of
the relevant intersections logged.
All samples were geologically logged on site by
professional geologists. Details on the host lithology,
deformation, dominant minerals including sulphide
species and alteration minerals plus veining are
recorded.
Subsampling
techniques and
sample
preparation
If core, whether cut or sawn and
whether quarter, half or all core taken.
Sampling of mineralized intervals was done on a
geological basis under supervision of the responsible
geologist. Recent re-sampling of the drill core was ¼ core
of residual reference core under the supervision of a
qualified geologist on nominal 1m intervals. Interval
lengths were adjusted to logged geological intervals. ¼
core samples were taken from the split core using a core
saw with half the core placed in plastic sample bags and
the remaining half left in the core box. For consistency the
same half of core was collected for successive samples.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
If non-core, whether riffled, tube
sampled,
rotary
split,
etc.
and
whether sampled wet or dry.
Not Applicable.
For all sample types, the nature,
quality and appropriateness of the
sample preparation technique.
Sampling techniques are industry standard and deemed
appropriate.
Quality control procedures adopted
for
all
subsampling
stages
to
maximise representivity of samples.
For consistency the same half of core was collected for
successive samples. Recent re-sampling of the drill core
was ¼ core of residual reference core under the
supervision of a qualified geologist on nominal 1m
intervals. Interval lengths were adjusted to logged
geological intervals. ¼ core samples were taken from the
split core using a core saw with half the core placed in
plastic sample bags and the remaining half left in the
core box. For consistency the same half of core was
collected for successive samples.
The Quality assurance procedures of historical operators
and laboratories are unknown.
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.
The samples are considered representative.
Whether
sample
sizes
are
appropriate to the grain size of the
material being sampled.
Given the reconnaissance nature of the drilling sample
sizes are deemed industry standard for LCT Pegmatite
exploration.
Quality of assay
data and
laboratory tests
The
nature,
quality
and
appropriateness of the assaying and
laboratory procedures used and
whether the technique is considered
partial or total.
Diamond drilling was used to obtain AQ sized diamond
core which was split for sample submission..
Resampled ¼ core was submitted to Actlabs Laboratories
in Thunder Bay. The entire sample was crushed to a
nominal -2 mm, mechanically split to obtain a
representative sample and then pulverized to at least
95% -105 microns (µm). Samples were then assayed by
Peroxide ‘Total’ Fusion ICP-OES+ICP-MS (laboratory
package
Ultratrace
7).
Samples
assaying
above
10,000ppm Li were then analysed by ore grade analysis
through Peroxide Fusion ICP-OES. This analysis technique
is considered 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 handheld XRF or spectrometer data is recorded for
the project.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Nature of quality control procedures
adopted
(e.g.
standards,
blanks,
duplicates,
external
laboratory
checks) and whether acceptable
levels of accuracy (i.e. lack of bias)
and precision have been established.
For ¼ core resampling Laboratory QAQC procedures
include the insertion of certified reference materials as
assay standards as well as including blank and sample
duplicates.
Company QAQC protocols include the insertion of
certified reference materials and blanks every 25
samples or at geologist discretion.
Lab and company QAQC samples were both reported
within QAQC tolerance.
Verification of
sampling and
assaying
The
verification
of
significant
intersections by either independent
or alternative company personnel.
Historical results have not been reviewed and verified by
Leeuwin Metals professional geologists, however, the
diamond drill core is stored by the Manitoban Geological
survey and has been reviewed and intersections are
coincident with LCT pegmatite occurrences in the drill
holes.
Results from recent sampling has been under the
supervision of Leeuwin Geologists and has been verified
by professional consultant geologists.
The use of twinned holes. There are no twinned holes in the dataset but a
comparison of the results of different drilling generations
showed that results were comparable.
Documentation of primary data, data
entry procedures, data verification,
data
storage
(physical
and
electronic) protocols.
Details of primary data acquisition, data entry and
verification procedures utilised by previous operators are
unavailable but logging and data entry was captured on
paper logs, now in Manitoba Assessment report no:
93742.
Recent
sampling
and
assay
results
have
been
documented in digital format, verified and stored by the
Company.
Discuss any adjustment to assay
data.
No adjustments were made to assay data in results
quoted.
Location of data
points
Accuracy and quality of surveys used
to
locate
drillholes
(collar
and
downhole surveys), trenches, mine
workings and other locations used in
Mineral Resource estimation.
Drill holes were collared in local grid coordinates. Later
the grids were georeferenced manually to take
advantage of GIS mapping technology.
Specification of the grid system used. Drill holes were collared in local grid coordinates. Later
the grids were georeferenced manually to take
advantage of GIS mapping technology. The mainly
idealized grids were approximately positioned by
rotation and translation to fit with known topographic
features,
and
collars
were
positioned
on
the
georeferenced grids and in turn georeferenced. Drilling is
now recorded in the UTM NAD 83 coordinate system Zone
14.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Quality
and
adequacy
of
topographic control.
Topographic
control
is
based
on
government
topographic maps. This method of topographic control
is deemed adequate at this exploration stage of the
project.
Data spacing and
distribution
Data
spacing
for
reporting
of
Exploration Results.
Due to the reconnaissance stage of the Jenpeg Project
the hole spacing is highly variable and of a progressive
exploration in nature. However, a nominal spacing of
100m line spacing over the drill areas has been
completed.
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
Data spacing is not considered sufficient to establish
geological and grade continuities for Mineral Resource
estimation at this stage.
Whether sample compositing has
been applied.
No sample compositing has been applied.
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.
Drill
hole
orientations
were
designed
to
test
perpendicular or sub-perpendicular to the orientation of
the intersected mineralisation. Drilling was typically
oriented perpendicular to the trend of geophysical
anomalism and the mapped strike and dip of observed
mineralisation on surface and elsewhere in the project
area.
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.
Due to the density of drilling and the orientation of drilling
perpendicular to mineralized bodies there is limited bias
introduced by drillhole orientation
Sample security The
measures
taken
to
ensure
sample security.
Measures taken to ensure sample security by historic
operators are unknown.
Recent resampling was secured at the Manitoba
Geological survey prior to shipping by Leeuwin personnel
directly to the Actlabs laboratory in Thunder Bay for
assay.
Audits or reviews The results of any audits or reviews of
sampling techniques and data.
There have been no audits or reviews of sampling
techniques and data.

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Section 2: Reporting of exploration results

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

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Mineral
tenement
and
land
tenure
status
Type, reference name/number, location and
ownership including agreements or material
issues with third parties such as joint ventures,
partnerships, overriding royalties, native title
interests, historical sites, wilderness or national
park and environmental settings.
The security of the tenure held at the time of
reporting along with any known impediments to
obtaining a licence to operate in the area.
The Jenpeg Project is comprised of eight granted
and
five
Mineral
Exploration
Licence
(MEL)
applications covering a total area of 1947.82km2
surrounding the granted MEL1209A, 1229A, 1213A, 1212A,
1228A, 1214A, 1227A and 1230A licences for 1405.6km2.
All drilling and results reported in the body of this
release are from within the granted MEL1209A
licence.
Leeuwin Metals has submitted applications based
on the Manitoban Staking process and as such will
have a 100% interest in the project areas.
Exploration done
by other parties
Acknowledgment and appraisal of exploration
by other parties.
The area covering the Jenpeg Project has been the
subject of exploration since the 1950s, by XL
Syndicate – 1958, Noranda Exploration Company
(Noranda) – 1959 to 1968, Falconbridge – 1963,
Guggenheim Exploration (1969), Tantalum Mining
Corporation of Canada Ltd (TANCO) – 1970 to 1982,
Cross Lake Indian Band (1988), Gossan Resources Ltd
– 1994 to 1995, and Alix Resources (Alix) – 2016 to 2018.
TANCO discovered tantalum and niobium oxide
mineralisation in granitic pegmatites in the project
area in 1979 and drilled 23 holes in 1980 but did not
assay for Lithium. These holes are the subject of this
release.
Geology Deposit type, geological setting and style of
mineralisation.
Pegmatites in the Cross Lake area are enriched in
lithium,
niobium,
tantalum
and
may
contain
spodumene,
tourmaline,
muscovite,
beryl
and
apatite.
The Cross Lake area is underlain by rocks of the
Archean Superior Province. The area is subdivided
into the Molson Lake domain in the southern area
and the Gods Lake domain in the northern area.
The
Moslon
Lake
domain
is
dominated
by
granodiorites,
with
widespread
granitic
rocks,
granites
and
pegmatites;
monzodiorites
and
gabbroic dykes are also present.
The
Gods
Lake
domain
is
characterised
by
amphibolite
facies
mafic
and
ultramafic
metavolcanics and metasedimentary rocks.
Lithium mineralisation is associated with REE
pegmatites and lithium-tin-tantalum pegmatites.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Drillhole
information
A summary of all information material to the
understanding
of
the
exploration
results
including
a
tabulation
of
the
following
information for all Material drillholes:

easting and northing of the drillhole
collar

elevation or RL (elevation above sea
level in metres) of the drillhole collar

dip and azimuth of the hole

downhole
length
and
interception
depth hole length.
Please refer to Appendix B in the body of the release.
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.
All drill hole intersections are reported in Appendix B
in the body of the release, with no upper cut off grade
applied.
Metal equivalent values are not used.
Relationship
between
mineralisation
widths
and
intercept lengths
If the geometry of the mineralisation with
respect to the drillhole angle is known, its nature
should be reported.
If it is not known and only the down hole lengths
are reported, there should be a clear statement
to this effect (e.g. ‘downhole length, true width
not known’).
The majority of the drill holes are drilled as close to
orthogonal to the plane of the mineralized lodes as
possible. A number of drill holes have intersected the
mineralisation at high angles.
Only down hole lengths are reported.
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 drillhole collar locations
and appropriate sectional views.
Exploration plans and further diagrams are included
in the body of this release as deemed appropriate by
the competent person.
Balanced
reporting
Where
comprehensive
reporting
of
all
Exploration
Results
is
not
practicable,
representative reporting of both low and high
grades and/or widths should be practiced to
avoid misleading reporting of Exploration
Results.
All drill hole intersections >0.5% Li2O are reported in
Appendix B in the body of the release, with no upper
cut off grade applied. Up to 1.5m of internal waste has
been allowed in the reporting of significant intervals.
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
contaminatingsubstances.
All substantive exploration data as known at the time
of this release is included in the release.
No metallurgical test work has been completed on
the property to date.
Further work The nature and scale of planned further work
(e.g. tests for lateral extensions or depth
extensions or large-scale step-out drilling).
Please refer to the body of this release.

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