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LEGEND MINING LIMITED Annual Report 2004

Mar 29, 2004

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LEGEND MINING LIMITED

A.C.N. 060 966 145

ANNUAL REPORT

2003

CONTENTS

Page
Company Directory 1
Location Map and Gold Pour 2
Chairman's Report 3
Directors' Review of Activities 4
Corporate Governance Statement 11
Directors' Report 13
Statement of Financial Performance 17
Statement of Financial Position 18
Statements of Cash Flows 19.
Notes to the Financial Statements 20
Directors' Declaration 38
Independent Auditor's Report 39
Shareholder Information 41
Tenement Directory 43

COMPANY DIRECTORY

Directors

Michael William Atkins (Chairman) Murray Vincent McDonald (Managing Director) Ian David Cowden (Executive Director)

Secretary

Donna Dockerill

Registered Office

Suite 1 46 Ord Street PO Box 626 WEST PERTH WA 6005

Telephone: (08) 9322 3700 Facsimile: (08) 9322 3800

Bankers

Westpac 109 St George's Tce PERTH WA 6000

Auditors

Grant Thornton Chartered Accountants 256 St Georges Terrace PERTH WA 6000

Home Exchange

Australian Stock Exchange Ltd 2 The Esplanade PERTH WA 6000

Share Registry

Advanced Share Registry Services Level 7 200 Adelaide Terrace PERTH WA 6000

Telephone: (08) 9221 7288 Facsimile: (08) 9221 7869

Web

www.legendmining.com.au

Email

[email protected]

LEGEND'S FIRST GOLD POUR 2 DAYS AFTER TAKING OPERATION CONTROL

Refer to Web Site for colour photos

CHAIRMAN'S REPORT

Dear Shareholder.

Legend became one of the top ten Australian owned local gold producers when it took over operations at the historic high profile Gidgee Gold Project on the 17th December, 2003.

The project 90 km north of Sandstone in Western Australia covers over 600km2 of the highly prospective Gum Creek greenstone belt and includes excellent existing infrastructure, including power, water, roads, day night airstrip and an under-utilised 600,000 tonnes per annum gold processing plant.

This acquisition has elevated legend from a low profile explorer to a high profile gold producer, with a gold project that has already produced in excess of one million ounces.

The Gidgee acquisition will allow Legend to grow, diversify and create value for all our shareholders.

We poured our first gold bar two days after taking control and operational transition has gone very smoothly due largely to the commitment of the Gidgee workforce. Despite the timing of the acquisition spanning Christmas, 2,286.6 ounces of gold was produced in the first two weeks of our operations. This is equivalent to an annualised rate of about 60,000 ounces per annum, which following recent new discoveries has the potential to increase during our 2004 year.

We have accelerated underground and regional exploration, particularly at near-mine areas where we consider it highly likely that we will discover extensions to existing and previously mined ore bodies and open up new mineralised zones for treatment at the operating mill. We also expect that discoveries of even small open pit resources regionally, can increase the production rate and efficiency of the mill through blending of open pit and underground ore.

We are focused on converting resources into reserves at the Swan Bitter mine together with the strategic opportunity of exploiting the nearby 92,000 ounce Kingfisher and 310,000 ounce Wilson deposits, where we are carrying out studies with the objective of opening these up as new ore sources as quickly as possible.

Recent ASX releases highlight some exceptional drilling results that we have achieved over the short time we have been operating the Gidgee mine and that will add to the existing gold resources, currently in excess of 500,000 ounces and due for upgrading in the near future.

Two new lodes. Mali and Senegal, have been discovered adiacent to and readily accessible from the current mining operations at the Swan Bitter underground gold mine. Theses lodes potentially open up a new 4.5 km long exploration target zone for additional new discoveries. Better gold intersections at Mali and Senegal include 12.60m $\hat{\omega}$ 22.6g/t 7.95m @ 33.50g/t and 5.65m @ 6.11g/t respectively. New results from the high grade multiple Tasmania lodes are expected at the time of this report.

Details of the acquisition and review are set out in this report.

Last year I reported on our Karratha ground. We are currently re-evaluating opportunities to advance this area for our company.

I personally feel this was the most significant year in the progress of our Company, and I would like to thank our loyal shareholders who have contributed over the years and welcome all new shareholders.

Current reports on your company including details of significant gold finds may be accessed from our web page www.legendmining.com.au.

I particularly wish to thank my fellow Directors for a major contribution in successfully acquiring the Gidgee Gold Project and the seamless transition that has followed.

This is an exciting time for Legend, all our shareholders and the Gidgee team.

I look forward with confidence to reporting future events to you all.

Michael Atkins CHAIRMAN 18 March 2004

ACQUISITION OF GIDGEE GOLD PROJECT

Legend became one of the top ten Australian owned local gold producers when it took over operations at the Gidgee Gold Project on $17th$ December, 2003, following shareholder approval on the $15th$ December, 2003. The Gidgee Gold Project is located 90 kilometres north of Sandstone in the Goldfields region of Western Australia.

Consideration for the acquisition was:

Non refundable deposit 200,000
Cash at Settlement \$1,300,000
Gold in Circuit, Stores 581,369
S
Shares in Legend -16,667,000 shares at 6cps \$1,000,000
Final payment (before 31 March, 2004) \$1,300,000
(\$1,500,000 before 30 June, 2004)
Replacement of DOIR performance bonds \$2,057,000
TOTAL \$6,438,369

The main highlights for Legend in acquiring the Gidgee Gold Project are as follows:

  • $\ddot{\phantom{0}}$ Legend overnight became a gold producer
  • Over 1 million ounces already mined from the project area, north of Sandstone
  • 122,979 ounces of gold poured from July 2001 to June 2003 $\ddot{\phantom{1}}$
  • Mining revenue of \$10.3 million for December 2003 quarter of which 1.2 million from 17 $\bullet$ December, 2003 was Legend income
  • Resources of 515,000 ounces of gold as at 30 June 2003 $\bullet$
  • 600,000 tpa CIP plant
  • Over 600 square kilometres of greenstone belt with excellent potential
  • Excellent infrastructure including day/night air strip $\bullet$

REVIEW OF OPERATIONS GIDGEE GOLD PROJECT (Legend 100%)

During the December 2003 quarter, the Gidgee mine generated a cash operating surplus of \$3.77 million from revenue of \$10.3 million, producing a total of 18,170 ounces of gold at a cash operating cost of $$347/oz.$

Legend's performance for the period 17 December, 2003 was \$0.47 million cash surplus from revenue of \$1.2 million, with production of 2,287 ounces of gold from 10,129 tonnes treated.

Operational transition to Legend has gone very smoothly due largely to the commitment of the Gidgee workforce team. Leading up to the handover, gold levels in the treatment plant were minimised and surface ore stockpiles were depleted for reconciliation purposes, and these had to be built back up during the last two weeks of December under Legend's new ownership.

Operating statistics for 2003 are as follows:

Legend 2003 Totals Units
9,792 203,976 Tonnes
7.90 9.20 g/t Au
337 143,458
0.80 1.26
10,129 343,840 Tonnes
7.31 5.93 g/t Au
96.1 96.6 $\%$
2,287 62,033 Ounces
278 351 $\sqrt{2}$
(75) (2) $\sqrt{$}$ /oz
203. 350 $\sqrt{$}$
129 $\sqrt{2}$
203 479 $\sqrt{$}$ /0z
Ownership
17 to 31 Dec 03
Costs are reported to Australian Gold Council Standard
actual figures for 17 to 31 December 2003
2003 Total figures are derived from Abelle Ltd's Quarterly Report data and Legend Mining Ltd's

The Swan Bitter underground mine is located 700 metres east of the 600,000 tonnes per annum CIP treatment plant, and is accessed by two 5x5 metre declines (Swan Bitter and Butcherbird). Underground development from the declines is on 4x4.5 metre jumbo levels, with stoping predominantly by longhole methods.

Since Legend took over, ore has been sourced from six separate stope areas of the Tunisia, Georgia, Albania and Monaco Lodes. Most production came from long hole stoping, with 8% of the gold from airleg stoping of very high grade veins. All lodes are complex quartz vein systems hosted by basalt and dolerite rocks within a wide northerly-trending structural corridor.

Late December 2003, underground development was continuing on three separate headings. Legend plans to further improve productivity over our 2004 year and to accelerate decline development in the Tasmania Lode access area. Reviews and drilling are underway to identify, as a priority, additional gold resources to supplement the Swan Bitter ore.

Underground diamond drilling totalled 1,083 metres for the last two weeks of December, targeting up-dip extensions to the Algeria Lode, further delineation of the Tasmania Lode and a predicted cross-shear at the southern end of the mine. Results included:

Southern Zone GUD1033 0.38m at $56.38g/t$ Au from 49.25m
Algeria Lode GUD1039 2.00m at $9.38g/t$ Au from 125.00m
Algeria Lode GUD 1051 0.60m at $45.69g/t$ Au from 131.12m

The Southern Zone results are particularly encouraging, confirming the presence of significant quartz veining and sulphides with high-grade gold in an area south and east of existing workings. This area has been predicted by geological modelling to be favourable for repetition of previously-mined lodes.

Drilling on the Algeria Lode west of existing workings is now targeting a northerly plunge, rather than the previous southerly plunge interpretation. Results are considered to confirm the new model, enhancing the potential of the area to contain significant gold mineralisation.

On possession Legend immediately initiated detailed operational reviews including the reserve/resource base, production planning and cost controls. The company has retained the services of John S Dunlop, a highly regarded mining engineering consultant with strong mine management and underground expertise, to provide strategic and operational guidance to the Board. A new operating and capital budget for the project is being finalised for the 2004 calendar year, to align the Gidgee operation with Legend's financial reporting year which ends 31st December annually.

Legend has also commenced evaluation of all identified gold resources both within and outside the present mine area, with the view to advancing these towards production as soon as possible. Gidgee project resources at 30th June 2003 totalled 515,705 ounces of gold in the measured, indicated and inferred categories (as reported by previous owner Abelle Ltd).

At Kingfisher North, only 2.5 kilometres south of Swan Bitter-Butcherbird and within the same structural corridor, resources of about 432,000t at 6.7g/t Au (Indicated and Inferred) have been reported and contain 92,000oz of gold. Shallow mining at Kingfisher in the past produced 325,000 ounces of gold from one of the largest open pits at Gidgee, with only limited underground development, and Legend has commenced mine scoping studies on this deposit. Deep drilling is planned to enhance and infill the resource.

Resources at the Wilson deposits total 1.3 million tonnes at 7.4g/t Au (Indicated and Inferred) for approximately 307,000oz. These occur as three adjacent tabular subvertical deposits 12 kilometres northeast from the plant, and have previously been mined by open pit to only 60 metres depth. Metallurgical studies have shown that satisfactory recoveries from the refractory ore are achievable by Biox methods, and Legend's consultant metallurgists are now investigating how best to fast-track gold production from the Wilson deposits.

Open pit targets drilled during 2003 by Abelle included Specimen Well, Eagles Peak and Howards.

Further drilling is planned at Specimen Well and Eagles Peak early in 2004 and will be followed by resource estimation and open pit mine planning.

Legend has commissioned an independent detailed structural study early in 2004, initially of the Swan Bitter-Kingfisher area and then extending across the remainder of open pit and underground targets within the tenement holdings. Focus will be on enhancing the current understanding of structural and stratigraphic controls on gold mineralisation, and using this knowledge to rapidly increase the reserve and resource base for the project.

DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY

The Directors of Legend intend to maintain and build on the current profitable mining operations at Gidgee. These operations are expected to produce sufficient cash flow to pay for ongoing operations as well as underground exploration, and some regional exploration. Legend intends to increase exploration activities both around the immediate mine area and also at nearby previously mined open pits, where significant potential exists to open up new mining operations for treatment at the existing mill.

Resources and Ore Reserves

Since acquiring the Gidgee Gold Project in December 2003, Legend Mining has reviewed gold reserves and resources. The following table summarises the status of Identified Mineral Resources as at 31st January. 2004

Classification Tonnes and Grade
13,400
120,100
598,000t at 6.9g/t Au 133,500
Proved 215,000t at 3.7g/t Au 25,600
Probable 365,000t at 3.1g/t Au 35,950
Total 580,000t at 3.3g/t Au 61,550
1,178,000t at 5.2g/t Au 195,050oz
26,300
Indicated 333,800
137,950
498,050
27,250
43,000
18,350
88,600
31 January, 2004 3,013,600t at 6.1g/t Au 586,650oz
Proved
Probable
Total
Measured
Inferred
Total
Measured
Indicated
Inferred
Total
62,250t at 6.5g/t Au
535,750t at 7.0g/t Au
63,900t at 12.8g/t Au
1,420,600t at 7.3g/t Au
678,900t at 6.3g/t Au
2,163,400t at 7.2g/t Au
220,200t at 3.8g/t Au
426,000t at 3.1g/t Au
204,000t at 2.8g/t Au
850,200t at 3.2g/t Au

Notes:

Data has been compiled from previous reported reserves and resources published by Abelle Limited, and updated where appropriate. Reserve estimates are included within the relevant resource estimates.

Underground deposits include Swan Bitter, Wilson, Kingfisher North, Omega and South Heron.

Open pit deposits include Specimen Well, Eagles Peak, Howards, Deep South, Toedter, Heron, Orion, North Snook, Kea, South Emu Feather and North Shrike and low grade oxide stockpiles.

[The information on exploration results and Mineral Resources contained in this report is based on information compiled by consulting geologist Mr Ian Cowden FAusIMM, CPGeo. Mr Cowden has appropriate relevant experience to be considered as a Competent Person as defined in the JORC Code 1999. Mr Cowden consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on their information in the form and context in which it appears.]

KARRATHA EXPLORATION PROJECTS

Recognition of the mineralisation potential of the West Pilbara has been enhanced by recent exploration successes in the region. Fox Resources reported new high grade massive nickel-copper sulphide intersections at Radio Hill, and De Grey Resources has discovered new gold and platinum prospects at Indee and Three Kings.

Legend continued exploration during 2003 on it's West Pilbara holding of approximately 675 square kilometres. The work included regional reconnaissance and mapping, target reviews and metal detecting along structural corridors.

Traverses were conducted across rocks of the Cleaverville and Ruth Well formations, from Carlow Castle in the east to Mt Prinsep in the west. Additional work south of the regional Sholl shear zone was targeted on the Orpheus shear zone between Bradley Well and Mt Sholl.

A considerable number of small gold nuggets were discovered by this work, from less than one gram and up to 265 grams (8.5 ounces). Preliminary evaluation suggests that better surface gold distribution is linked to structural control within areas of carbonate and iron alteration. Most of the nugget areas represent new prospects not previously reported, and are being followed up by more detailed geological mapping to determine and locate the source of gold.

Many of the nuggets recovered to date appear to be close to bedrock source as further indicated by the relatively high silver content of up to 20%.

Prospecting work is continuing as part of the exploration effort.

• Carlow Castle (Legend 100%)

Exploration drilling at Carlow Castle has discovered high grade resources, including 30,000 ounces of gold averaging 10g/t (with 1.4% copper) at Carlow South, which is open at depth. This resource, which has been previously reported by Legend, is in the category of "indicated and inferred" mineral resources, as defined in the JORC Code.

Drilling to extend and increase Legend's high grade gold and copper resource at Carlow South has been delayed by the acquisition of the Gidgee project.

Mt Sholl/ Black Hill Well/Twin Table Hills/ Radio Hill (Legend 100%)

Significant gold anomalism has continued to be discovered by fieldwork within the Mt Sholl ground, with recovery of gold nuggets and specimens up to 10 ounces in weight. Shallow costeaning to bedrock has delineated a number of separate quartz-ironstone shear zones or reefs with visible gold, within mainly mafic volcanic rocks.

At Twin Table Hills, adjacent to and along the margin of the regional Sholl Shear Zone, a number of small gold nuggets to 14 grams have been recovered from two separate zones up to 600m long and 200-300m wide. Further investigation into the source of this gold is underway, and similarities in structural setting to the Indee gold deposit are being evaluated.

Exploration is planned to resume in March/April 2004, once weather conditions improve.

Ruth Well Nickel (Legend 100%)

Compilation and evaluation of previous data from the Ruth Well nickel deposits is in progress. Geological Survey publications indicate that the Ruth Well target size is probably 70,000t at about 3% Ni. Discovered by Whim Creek Consolidated in 1971, one diamond drill hole by previous explorers intersected 8.38m of mineralization averaging about 3.52% Ni and 0.78% Cu as reported by Hickman, 2001 (Geology of the Dampier 1:100,000 Sheet, WA Geological Survey).

Previous interpretations have considered Ruth Well to be typical Kambalda-type mineralisation related to extrusive komatiites, but more recent interpretation published by the WA Geological Survey notes that it may be related to a tectonic slice of the ultramafic Andover Complex. This would indicate a Voisey Bay or Radio Hill model may be more applicable. Further exploration is being planned to better understand the extent and grade of these nickel deposits at Ruth Well.

Compilation and evaluation of previous data from the Ruth Well nickel deposits is continuing.

Bradley Well (Legend 100%)

Exploration has discovered several samples of heavily-mineralised gold lode material associated with western extensions of the Orpheus shear and gossan system. Evaluation of the implications of this high grade discovery are continuing, and drill testing is planned.

Following acquisition of the Gidgee project, the Company is now re-evaluating how to best maximise the value of its Karratha Project for shareholders.

EMERALD JOINT VENTURE (Legend 91%)

At the end of 2003 Legend carried out a review of the project and subsequently surrendered the tenement in March, 2004.

MUNNI MUNNI JOINT VENTURE (Legend 33.33%)

Following assessment of results received, Legend's board decided to keep its interest in the joint venture at 33 1/3% and not to further increase to a possible 50%. As a result, Legend did not have to pay \$400,000 to East Coast Minerals NL or continue sole exploration funding, which would have been required had Legend elected to proceed.

MKS Capital Ltd, acquired the tailings in 2001 for \$3.1 million (Legend 0.93 million) and agreed to take over all clean up of plant and environmental liabilities at the Elizabeth Hill site for a payment by Legend of approximately \$19,500. East Coast Minerals will pay \$45,500.

On 27th November, 2003, the JV operator East Coast Minerals announced completion of a detailed aeromagnetic survey over the base of the Munni Munni intrusive seeking nickel-copper sulphide mineralisation. Planned follow-up by ground TEM geophysics was also announced.

Results from 62 geochemical samples were also presented, showing anomalous nickel and copper values, although locations and geological relevance have not yet been reported.

[The information on exploration results and Mineral Resources contained in this report is based on information compiled by consulting geologist Mr Frans Voermans FAusIMM, CPGeo, MAIG. Mr Voermans has appropriate relevant experience to be considered as a Competent Person as defined in the JORC Code 1999. Mr Voermans consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on their information in the form and context in which it appears.]

PLACEMENTS

During the financial year, a total of 87,383,663 shares were issued:

  • 79.883.663 shares raised \$4.498.000 $\bullet$
  • 7,500,000 shares were issued for part settlement of debt to Yandal Investments Pty Ltd
  • 16,667,000 shares were issued to Abelle Ltd as part consideration for acquisition of Gidgee Gold Project

All issues were ratified by shareholders on the $15th$ December, 2003.

Please refer to the Directors Report – Changes in State of Affairs for details.

NEW COMPANY SECRETARY APPOINTED

Donna Dockerill has joined Legend Mining and was appointed as Company Secretary on 19 January, 2004. Donna was formerly with Abelle Limited in Perth, responsible for all financial aspects of the Gidgee Gold Project operation, and her first hand knowledge of the project has greatly assisted in the smooth handover to Legend.

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

Placement 17 March, 2004

Legend Mining Limited has placed with selected Institutional clients of KTM Capital Limited, up to 15 million fully paid ordinary shares in the company at 18 cents per share and with selected clients of Montague Stockbrokers Pty Ltd, up to 3 million fully paid ordinary shares in the company at 18 cents per share.

The funds raised (approximately \$3,240,000) will be used to pay Abelle Limited the final payment of \$1.3 million in respect of the recent acquisition of the Gidgee Gold Project. This early payment takes advantage of a \$200,000 reduction if paid by 31 March 2004 and not 30 June 2004 (\$1.5 million).

The balance of the raising will be used as working capital to advance all aspects of Legend's operations, including underground and surface exploration. Pre-feasibility studies on the 300,000oz Wilson gold resource, located within 12km of the mill, will be accelerated.

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT

This statement outlines the main Corporate Governance practices that were in place throughout the period I January 2003 to 31 December 2003. These practices are dealt with under the following headlines: Board of Directors, Business Risks, Ethical Standards and Directors Dealings in Company Shares.

$\mathbf{1}$ . BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The board is responsible for the overall Corporate Governance of Legend Mining Limited ("the Company") including the strategic direction, establishing goals for management and monitoring the achievement of these goals. Due to the size of the board, issues of nomination and remuneration of directors and business risk management are considered by the full board. The board has established a framework for the management of the Company including an overall framework of internal control, a business risk management process and the establishment of appropriate ethical standards.

Composition of Board

The directors of the Company in office at the date of this statement are:

Name Position Expertise
Michael Atkins Chairman Finance
Murray McDonald Managing Director Management
Ian Cowden Executive Director Exploration and Mining

The composition of the board is determined using the following principles:

  • The board comprises 3 directors and may be increased where it is felt that additional expertise is required in specific areas, or when an outstanding candidate is identified.
  • * The board should comprise directors with a broad range of expertise.

The board reviews its composition on an annual basis to ensure that the board has the appropriate mix of expertise and experience. When a vacancy exists, for whatever reason, or where it is considered that the board would benefit from the services of a new director with particular skills, the board selects a panel of candidates with the appropriate expertise and experience. Potential candidates are identified by the board with advice from an external consultant, if necessary. The board then appoints the most suitable candidate who must stand for election at the general meeting of shareholders.

The terms and conditions of the appointment and retirement of directors are set out in a letter of appointment, which covers remuneration, expectations, terms, the procedures for dealing with conflicts of interest and the availability of independent professional advice.

The performance of all directors is reviewed by the chairman each year. Directors whose performance is unsatisfactory will be requested to retire.

Independent Professional Advice

Each director has the right to seek independent professional advice at the Company's expense. However, prior approval of the chairman is required, which will not be unreasonably withheld.

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT

BOARD OF DIRECTORS cont'd... $\mathbf{1}$

Remnneration

Due to the size of the Company remuneration is considered by the full board. The board reviews remuneration packages and policies applicable to the managing director and directors themselves. Remuneration levels are competitively set to attract the most qualified and experienced directors and senior executives. The board obtains independent advice on the appropriateness of remuneration packages.

Further details of directors' remuneration, superannuation and retirement payments are set out in the notes to the financial statements.

Audit

Being a small Company with three directors the board has not established a separate audit committee; however, the external auditor has full access to the board throughout the year.

The responsibilities of the board ordinarily include:

  • Reviewing internal control and recommending enhancements;
  • Monitoring compliance with Corporations Act 2001, Stock Exchange Listing Rules, matters outstanding with auditors, Australian Taxation Office, Australian Securities and Investment Commission, Australian Stock Exchange and financial institutions:
  • Improving the quality of the accounting function;
  • Reviewing external audit reports to ensure that where major deficiencies or breakdowns in controls or procedures have been identified appropriate and prompt remedial action is taken by management; and
  • $\ast$ Liaising with the external auditors and ensuring that the annual audit and half-year review are conducted in an effective manner.

The board reviews the performance of the external auditors on an annual basis and nomination of auditors is at the discretion of the board

$2.$ BUSINESS RISKS

Significant areas of concern are discussed at board level. When appropriate, experts are invited to address board meetings on the major risks facing the consolidated entity and to develop strategies to mitigate those risks.

ETHICAL STANDARDS $3.$

The board subscribes to the statement of Ethical Standards as published by the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

All directors and employees are expected to act with the utmost integrity and objectivity, striving at all times to enhance the reputation and performance of the company.

DIRECTORS DEALINGS IN COMPANY SHARES $\mathbf{A}$

Directors must notify the Australian Stock Exchange Limited of any acquisition or disposal of shares by lodgement of a notice of director's interests. Board policy is to prohibit directors from dealing in company shares whilst in possession of price sensitive information.

The board of directors of Legend Mining Limited ("the Company") have pleasure in submitting their report together with the consolidated financial report for the year ended 31 December 2003, and auditors report thereon.

$\mathbf{I}$ . DIRECTORS

The directors of the Company in office at any time during or since the financial year are: $(a)$

Michael Atkins (Appointed 14 February 2003)

Mr Atkins accepted the Board's invitation to join the company as a non-executive chairman, and was formally appointed on 14 February 2003. He is a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, and was a founding partner of a national accounting practice from 1979 to 1987. Since 1987 he has acted as Executive Director, and been involved in the executive management of several publicly listed resource companies with operations in Australia, USA, South East Asia and South Africa. Mr Atkins was a founding Executive Chairman and later non-Executive Chairman of Gallery Gold Limited until 2000. He is currently a non-executive director of Carpenter Pacific Resources Ltd. Westgold Resources Ltd. Guardian Funds Management Ltd and Montagu Capital Ltd.

Murray Vincent McDonald

Mr McDonald is a Certified Practising Accountant who has, over his last 24 years, participated in the management of a number of companies in the mining industry. Mr McDonald's expertise ranges from operational management of mining projects to resource project funding and implementation. He is a member of the Taxation Institute of Australia, an affiliate member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and an affiliate member of the Securities Institute of Australia. He is the founder of Legend Mining Limited. Director since 1995.

Ian David Cowden

Mr Cowden (FAusIMM CPGeo MAIG) is a consulting geologist who has had over 30 years experience in the exploration and mining industry worldwide. He had held executive and senior positions in junior explorers and major international mining companies, with emphasis on feasibility studies and successful development and mining of a range of commodities including gold and silver. He is currently a director of Liberty Gold NL.

Albert Kevin Robert Watson (Resigned 17 February 2003)

Mr Watson has extensive experience in the commercial and banking and finance industries. He was employed at ANZ for 43 years and during that time held various senior executive positions including State Manager, WA and Assistant General Manager, SA and WA. Mr Watson is also closely affiliated with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of WA of which he is a past President. In later years, he has been involved extensively in the resources industry and is currently a director of Pan Pacific Petroleum NL and New Zealand Oil and Gas Limited. Mr Watson was appointed in 1995.

$(b)$ At the date of this report, the direct interests of the directors in the shares and other equity securities of the Company and related bodies corporate were:

Name Shares Listed Options
M Atkins $\blacksquare$ -
M McDonald 7,525,001 4,000,000
I Cowden $\blacksquare$

$2^{\circ}$ PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES

The principal activities of the consolidated entity during the financial year were mineral exploration.

There was a significant change in the nature of the consolidated entity's principal activities during the financial vear, being the acquisition of Gidgee Gold Project on 17 December, 2003.

$\overline{3}$ . OPERATING RESULTS

The consolidated loss of the consolidated entity after providing for income tax amounted to \$250.413 $(2002; $1.871.020).$

$\overline{4}$ . DIVIDENDS

No dividend has been paid or recommended during the financial year. The directors will, if the opportunity arises and subject to appropriate surplus profits and auditor approval, pay a dividend to all shareholders

$51$ REVIEW OF OPERATIONS

The details of the consolidated entity's exploration and mining activities during the year are included within the Review of Activities.

6. CHANGES IN STATE OF AFFAIRS

The state of affairs of the consolidated entity was affected by the acquisition of the Gidgee Gold Project. Other significant changes during the financial year include:

  • On 24 June, 2003 the Company placed 5,000,000 shares issued at 1.5 cents per fully paid share to raise \$75,000 for additional working capital.
  • On 30 September, 2003 the Company issued 7,500,000 ordinary fully paid shares to Yandal Investments Pty Ltd in part satisfaction of debt.
  • On 6 October, 2003 the Company placed 2,000,000 shares at 2.5 cents per fully paid share to raise \$50,000 for additional working capital.
  • On 20 November, 2003 the Company issued 6.216,663 shares at 6 cents per fully paid share to raise \$373,000 for additional working capital.
  • On 15 December, 2003 the Company issued 50,000,000 shares at 8 cents per fully paid share to raise \$4,000,000 in additional working capital to further fund the Gidgee Gold Project acquisition.
  • On 15 December, 2003 the Company issued 16,667,000 shares to Abelle Ltd in part satisfaction of the Gidgee acquisition.

$\overline{7}$ . AFTER BALANCE DATE EVENTS

On 24 February, 2004 Westpac Institutional Bank was nominated as the Company's bankers. Westpac intend to provide the company with the following facilities:

  • Bond Facility Replacement of the \$2,057,000 Gidgee Gold Project performance bond.
  • Provide a 25,000 ounce per year gold hedging facility per annum, for production from the Gidgee Gold Project.
  • Provide a revolving working capital facility of \$500,000.

The financial effect of the above transactions, have not been brought to account at balance date.

$8.$ ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATION

The consolidated entity's operations are subject to various environmental regulations under both Commonwealth and State legislation. The directors have complied with these regulations and are not aware of any breaches of the legislation during the financial year which are material in nature.

$Q_{\perp}$ FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS

Likely developments in the operations of the consolidated entity, and expected results of those operations in subsequent financial vears have been discussed, where appropriate, in the Chairman's Report and Review of Activities

$10.$ MEETINGS OF DIRECTORS

The following table sets out the number of meetings of the Company's directors held during the year ended 31 December. 2003 and the numbers of meetings attended by each director.

No of Meetings
Attended
No of Meetings
held whilst a Director
Number of meetings attended by:
Michael Atkins Q 10
Murray McDonald 10 10
lan Cowden 10 10
Kevin Watson

The Company does not have a formally appointed audit committee as all directors are involved in all activities of the Company on a day to day basis and the size and scope of operations does not warrant its formation.

PROCEEDINGS ON BEHALF OF THE COMPANY $H$ .

No person has applied for leave of court to bring proceedings on behalf of the company or intervene in any proceedings to which the company is a party for the purpose of taking responsibility on behalf of the company for all of any part of those proceedings. The company was not a party to any such proceedings during the year.

$12.$ SHARE OPTIONS

The details of the options on issue by the Company, is disclosed in Note 19 to the financial report.

INDEMNIFICATION OF OFFICERS AND AUDITORS $131$

The Company has not, during or since the financial year, in respect of any person who is or has been an officer or auditor of the Company or a related body corporate:

  • indemnified or made any relevant agreement for indemnifying against a liability incurred as an $(a)$ officer, including costs and expenses in successfully defending legal proceedings; or
  • $(b)$ paid or agreed to pay a premium in respect of a contract insuring against a liability incurred as an officer for the costs or expenses to defend legal proceedings.

DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS EMOLUMENTS $14.$

Details of the nature and amount of each major element of the emoluments of each director of the Company and each of the named executive officers (who total less than 5) receiving the highest emolument are:

Director Base Emoluments Superannuation Total
Mr M Atkins 34,000 $\blacksquare$ 34,000
Mr M McDonald 138,000 20.700 158,700
Mr I Cowden 20,000 - 20,000

This report is made in accordance with a resolution of the directors.

Dated at Perth this 18th day of March, 2004

Manay Bonnel.

M V McDonald MANAGING DIRECTOR

Statement of Financial Performance for the year ended 31 December 2003

Consolidated Company
Note 2003
\$
2002
\$
2003
\$
2002
S
Revenue from ordinary activities 2 1,244,554 1,244,554
Raw materials and consumables used
Gross profit/(loss)
3 (823, 203)
421,351
(823, 203)
421,351
Other revenues from ordinary activities $\mathfrak{2}$ 164,584 51,545 164,584 51,545
Exploration expenditure 3 (950,000) (950,000)
Depreciation expense 3 (42, 801) (38, 428) (42, 801) (38, 428)
Borrowing cost expense 3 (23, 227) (18, 653) (23, 227) (18, 653)
Corporate head office costs (770, 320) (846, 191) (770, 320) (845,310)
Other expenses from ordinary activities 3 (69,293) (69,293)
Loss from ordinary activities before
income tax expense
(250, 413) (1,871,020) (250, 413) (1,870,139)
Income tax expense relating to ordinary
activities
5
Net loss (250, 413) (1,871,020) (250, 413) (1,870,139)
Total changes in equity other than those
resulting from transactions with owners
as owners.
(250, 413) (1,871,020) (250, 413) (1,870,139)
EARNINGS PER SHARE
Basic loss per share (cents per share) 4 (0.005) (4.48)
Diluted loss per share (cents per share) 4 (0.005) (4.48)

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements

Statement of Financial Position as at 31 December 2003

Consolidated Company
Note 2003
\$
2002
S
2003
\$
2002
\$
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash 7 3,303,622 375,767 3,303,522 375,667
Receivables 8 256,699 20,929 257,579 21,809
Inventories 9 581,444 581,444
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 4,141,765 396,696 4,142,545 397,476
NON-CURRENT ASSETS
Other financial assets 10 33,705 45,118 33,707 45,120
Property, plant & equipment 11 2,223,927 145,133 2,218,692 139,898
Deferred exploration, evaluation and
development costs
12 6,059,152 1,387,502 6,059,152 1,387,502
TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 8,316,784 1,577,753 8,311,551 1,572,520
TOTAL ASSETS 12,458,549 1,974,449 12,454,096 1,969,996
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Payables 13 3,991,018 633,999 3,991,018 633,999
Interest bearing liabilities 14 6,593 255,860 6,593 255,860
Provisions 15 77,028 57,500 77,028 57,500
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 4,074,639 947,359 4,074,639 947,359
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES
Interest bearing liabilities 14 24,092 30,290 24,092 30,290
Provisions 15 2,057,000 2,057,000
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 2,081,092 30,290 2,081,092 30,290
TOTAL LIABILITIES 6,155,731 977,649 6,155,731 977,649
NET ASSETS 6,302,818 996,800 6,298,365 992,347
EQUITY
Contributed Equity 16 13,230,447 7,674,016 13,230,447 7,674,016
Reserves 17 361,890 361,890 361,890 361,890
Accumulated losses 18 (7,289,519) (7,039,106) (7,293,972) (7,043,559)
6,302,818 996,800 6,298,365 992,347

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements

Statement of Cashflows for year ended 31 December 2003

Consolidated Company
Note 2003
S
2002
\$
2003
\$
2002
\$
Cash flows from operating activities
Receipts from customers 1,014,239 651,666 1,014,239 651,666
Payments to suppliers & employees (747, 378) (844, 404) (747, 378) (843, 524)
Interest received 9,716 14,090 9,716 14,090
Borrowing costs (23, 227) (15,319) (23, 227) (15,319)
Net cash provided by / (used in)
operating activities
$22$ (ii) 253,350 (193, 967) 253,350 (193, 087)
Cash flows from investing activities
Payments for exploration, evaluation $\&$
development activities (277, 173) (531, 241) (277, 173) (531, 241)
Payments for property, plant &
equipment (1,407,306) (8,014) (1,407,306) (8,014)
Proceeds from sale of investments 28,018 32,187 28,018 32,187
Payment for investments (24,500) (24,500)
Net cash (used in) investing activities (1,656,461) (531, 568) (1,656,461) (531, 568)
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceed from issue of shares & options 4,475,500 396,890 4,475,500 396,890
Proceeds from borrowings 215,000 465,000 215,000 465,000
Repayment of borrowings (162, 500) (162,500)
Capital Raising costs (191, 569) (191, 569)
Finance lease payments (5,465) (7,674) (5,465) (7,674)
Loan to controlled entity (880)
Net cash provided by financing
activities
4,330,966 854,216 4,330,966 853,336
Net increase in cash held 2,927,855 128,681 2,927,855 128,681
Cash at 1 January, 2003 375,767 247,086 375,667 246,986
Cash at 31 December, 2003 22(i) 3,303,622 375,767 3,303,522 375,667

$1.$ SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

$(a)$ Basis of accounting

The financial report is a general purpose financial report that has been prepared in accordance with Accounting Standards, Urgent Issues Group Consensus Views and other authoritative pronouncements of the Australian Accounting Standards Board and the Corporations Act 2001.

The financial report covers the economic entity of Legend Mining Limited and its controlled entity, and Legend Mining Limited as an individual parent entity. Legend Mining Limited is a listed public company, incorporated and domiciled in Australia.

The financial report has been prepared on an accruals basis and is based on historical costs and does not take into account changing money values or, except where stated, current valuations of noncurrent assets and for bullion on hand, which is measured at the amount realised at the spot gold price. Cost is based on the fair values of the consideration given in exchange for assets.

The following is a summary of the material accounting policies adopted by the economic entity in the preparation of the financial report. The accounting policies have been consistently applied unless otherwise stated.

$(b)$ Changes in accounting policy

Employee benefits

The consolidated entity has adopted the revised Accounting Standard AASB 1028 "Employee Benefits", which has resulted in a change in the accounting policy for the measurement of employee benefit liabilities. Previously, the consolidated entity measured the provision for employee benefits based on remuneration rates at the date of recognition of the liability. In accordance with the requirements of the revised Standard, the provision for employee benefits is now measured based on the remuneration rates expected to be paid when the liability is settled.

$(c)$ Cash

For the purposes of the statement of cash flows, cash includes cash on hand, and at call with banks or financial institutions net of bank overdrafts, money market investments readily convertible to cash within 2 working days, and gold bullion. Bank overdrafts are carried at the principal amount. Gold bullion is valued at the spot gold price. Interest is charged as an expense as it accrues.

$(d)$ Receivables

Trade debtors to be settled are carried at the amounts due. Specific provision is made for any accounts, the collection of which is considered doubtful.

Investments $(e)$

  • Investments in Shares Shares in listed companies held as current assets are valued by $\mathbf{u}$ directors at those shares' market value at each balance date. The gains or losses, whether realised or unrealised, are included in profit or loss from ordinary activities before income $\mathbf{tax}$ .
  • $(ii)$ Controlled Entities - Investment in the controlled entity is carried at cost. The carrying amount of controlled entity investments is reviewed annually by directors to ensure not in excess of recoverable amount of these investments.

$\mathbf{L}$ SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (cont'd)

Joint Venture – The economic entity's share of the assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses $(iii)$ of joint venture operations are included in the appropriate items of the consolidated statements of financial performance and financial position. Details of the economic entity's interests are shown in Note 28.

The economic entity's interests in joint venture entities are brought to account using the equity method of accounting in the consolidated financial statements. The parent entity's interests in joint venture entities are brought to account using the cost method.

$(f)$ Inventories

Ore stocks, gold in circuit, stores inventories and gold dore are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value using a weighted average cost method and applying absorption costing. The cost of mining stocks includes direct material, direct labour, transportation costs and variable and fixed overhead costs relating to mining activities.

Exploration, evaluation and development expenditure $(g)$

Exploration, evaluation and development expenditure is incurred and accumulated in respect of each area of interest is considered separately when deciding whether and to what extent to carry forward or to write off exploration and evaluation costs.

Exploration and evaluation costs related to an area of interest are carried forward provided the rights to tenure of the area are current and provided that one of the following conditions is met:

  • such costs are expected to be recouped through successful development and exploitation of the area of interest, or alternatively by its sale; or
  • exploration and/or evaluation activities in the area of interest have not yet reached a stage which permits a reasonable assessment of the existence or otherwise of economically recoverable reserves and active and significant operations in or in relation to the area are continuing.

Accumulated costs in relation to an abandoned area are written off in full against profit or loss in the year in which the decision to abandon the area is made. A regular review is undertaken of each area of interest to determine the appropriateness of continuing to carry forward costs in relation to that area of interest. Each area of interest is limited to the size related to known or probable mineral resources capable of supporting a mining operation.

Amortisation is not charged on costs carried forward in respect of areas of interest in development phase until production reaches commercial levels. When commercial production commences carried forward exploration, evaluation and development costs are amortised on a units of production basis over the life of economically recoverable reserves.

Costs of site restoration are provided over the life of the facility from when exploration commences and are included in the costs of that stage. Site restoration costs include the dismantling and removal of mining plant, equipment and building structures, waste removal, and rehabilitation of the site in accordance with clauses of the mining permits. Such costs have been determined using estimates of future costs, current legal requirements and technology on an undiscounted basis. Any changes in the estimates for the costs are accounted on a prospective basis. In determining the costs of site restoration, there is uncertainty regarding the nature and extent of the restoration due to community expectations and future legislation. Accordingly, the costs have been determined on the basis that the restoration will be completed within one year of abandoning the site.

$1.$ SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (cont'd)

$(h)$ Property, plant and equipment

Each class of property, plant and equipment are carried at cost, less where applicable any accumulated depreciation.

The carrying amount of plant and equipment is reviewed annually by directors to ensure it is not in excess of the recoverable amount from these assets. The recoverable amount is assessed on the basis of the expected net cashflows which will be received from the assets employment and the subsequent disposal. The expected net cashflows have not been discounted to their present values in determining recoverable amounts.

Depreciation

The depreciable amount of all fixed assets including buildings and capitalised leased assets is depreciated on a straight line basis over their useful lives to the economic entity commencing from the time the asset is held ready for use.

The depreciation rates used for each class of depreciable assets are:

Class of Fixed Asset Depreciation Rate
Buildings 10%
Plant & Equipment 7.5% - 50%
Leased plant and equipment 22.5%

$(i)$ Leased Assets

Leases of fixed assets where substantially all the risks and benefits incidental to the ownership of the asset, but not legal ownership, are transferred to entities in the economic entity, are classified as finance leases. Finance leases are capitalised, recording an asset and a liability equal to the present value of the minimum lease payments, including any guaranteed residual values. Leased assets are depreciated on a straight line basis over their estimated useful lives where it is likely that the economic entity will obtain ownership of the asset or over the term of the lease. Lease payments are allocated between the reduction of the lease liability and the lease interest expense for the period.

Pavables $(i)$

Liabilities are recognised for amounts to be paid in the future for goods or services received whether or not billed to the company or consolidated entity.

$(k)$ Employee benefits

Provision is made for the Company's liability for employee benefits arising from services rendered by employees to balance date. Employee benefits expected to be settled within one year together with entitlements arising from wages and salaries, and annual leave which will be settled within one year, have been measured at the amounts expected to be paid when the liability is settled plus related on-costs. Contributions are made by the economic entity to employee superannuation funds and are charged to expenses when incurred.

$(1)$ Interest-bearing liabilities

All interest bearing liabilities are measured at the principal amount. Interest is charged as an expense as it accrues.

$1.$ SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (cont'd)

$(m)$ Share issue expenses

Share issue expenses incurred by the Company are offset against share capital.

$(n)$ Earnings per share

$(i)$

Basic Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share is determined by dividing the loss from ordinary activities after income tax by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the financial period.

$(ii)$ Diluted Earnings per share

Diluted earnings per share adjusts the figures used in the determination of basic earnings per share by taking into account amounts unpaid on ordinary shares and any reduction in earnings per share that will arise from the exercise of options and other potential ordinary shares outstanding during the financial period.

Principles of consolidation $(0)$

A controlled entity is any entity controlled by Legend Mining Limited. Control exists where Legend Mining Limited has the capacity to dominate the decision-making in relation to the financial and operating policies of another entity so that the other entity operates with Legend Mining Limited to achieve the objectives of Legend Mining Limited. A list of controlled entities is contained in note 26 to the financial statements.

Inter-company balances resulting from transactions between entities in the economic entity have been eliminated on consolidation

$(p)$ Revenue

Revenue from the sale of goods (precious metals) is recognised upon production. Other income is recognised as it accrues.

Interest revenue is recognised on a proportional basis taking into account the interest rates applicable to the financial assets.

Dividend revenue is recognised when the right to receive the dividend has been established. Dividends received from associates and joint venture entities are accounted for in accordance with the equity method of accounting.

All revenue is stated net of the amount of goods and services tax (GST).

$(q)$ Foreign currency transactions and balances

Foreign currency transactions during the year are translated to Australian currency at the rates of exchange applicable at the dates of the transactions. Amounts receivable and payable in foreign currencies at balance date are translated at the rates of exchange ruling on that date.

Exchange differences relating to amounts payable and receivable in foreign currencies are brought to account as exchange gains or losses in the statement of financial performance in the period in which the exchange rates change.

$(r)$ Comparative figures

Where required by the Accounting Standards the comparative figures have been adjusted to conform with any changes in presentation in the current financial year.

$1.$ SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (cont'd)

$(s)$ Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Taxation Office. In these circumstances the GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of the expense.

Receivables and payables are stated with the amount of GST included. The net amount of GST recoverable from, or payable to, the ATO is included as a current asset or liability in the statement of financial position. Cashflows are included in the statement of cashflows on a gross basis. The GST components of cashflows arising from investing activities which are recoverable from, or payable to, the ATO are classed as operating cashflows.

$(t)$ Income Tax

The economic entity adopts the liability method of tax effect accounting whereby the income tax expense is based on the loss from ordinary activities adjusted for any permanent differences. Future income tax benefits are not brought to account unless realisation of the asset is assured beyond reasonable doubt. Future income tax benefit in relation to tax losses are not brought to account unless there is virtual certainty of realisation of the benefit.

Consolidated Company
2003
S
2002
\$
2003
\$
2002
\$
2.
REVENUE
Operating activities
Interest received 9,716 14,090 9,716 14,090
Movement in fine gold metal account 1,244,554 1,244,554
Non operating revenues
Forgiveness of debt owed by Legend 100,778 100,778
Proceeds from sale of shares
Rent
28,018
5,455
32,187 28,018
5,455
32,187
Unrealised gain on investments 20,617 5,268 20,617 5,268
1,409,138 51,545 1,409,138 51,545
LOSS FROM ORDINARY ACTIVITIES
3.
Loss from ordinary activities before income tax has
been determined:
(a) Expenses
Cost of sales 823,203 823,203
Depreciation of non current assets
- buildings 1,095 1,095
- leased plant $&$ equipment 5,498 7,546 5,498 7,546
- plant & equipment
Government mining royalties
36,208
22,868
30,882 36,208
22,868
30,882
Interest charges on capitalised leases 2,207 3,334 2,207 3,334
Interest expense 21,020 15,319 21,020 15,319
Loss on disposal of investments 4,012 4,012
Loss on disposal of non current assets 78,574 78,574
Provision for employee entitlements 19,528 52,193 19,528 52,193
Write down of exploration expenditure 950,000 950,000
(b) Revenues and net gains
Net gain on disposal of investments 32,187 32,187
EARNINGS PER SHARE
4.
(a) Reconciliation of earnings to net loss:
Net Loss (250, 413) (1,871,020)
Earnings used in the calculation of basic EPS (250, 413) (1,871,020)
Increase in earnings on convertible notes 21,000
Earnings used in the calculation of dilutive EPS (250, 413) (1,850,020)
(b) Weighted average number of shares on issue
during the financial year used in the calculation of
basic EPS 50,066,323 41,812,747
Weighted average number of converting notes on
issue 513,699
Weighted average number of ordinary shares on
issue used in the calculation of dilutive EPS.
50,066,323 42,326,446

Options outstanding at 31 December 2003, totalling 38,539,207, are not considered potential ordinary shares and are not therefore dilutive.

Company
INCOME TAX EXPENSE
5.
2003
S
2002
\$
2003
\$
2002
\$
The prima facie income tax benefit on the
(a)
loss from ordinary activities reconciles to the
income tax expense in the accounts as follows:
Loss from ordinary activities
Prima facie tax payable calculated at 30%
(250, 413) (1,871,020) (250, 413) (1,870,139)
of the loss from ordinary activities
Add/ (less) tax effect of permanent difference:
(75, 124) (561,306) (75, 124) (561, 042)
Non-deductible expenditure
Under provision for income tax in prior year
Tax losses not brought to account as future
318
229,074
2,924 318
229,074
2,924
income tax benefits
Recoupment of prior year tax losses not
558,382 558,118
previously brought to account (154, 268) (154, 268)
Income tax benefit attributed to operating loss ä,
(b) Future income tax benefits not brought to
account
The potential future income tax benefits arising
from tax losses and timing differences have not
been recognised as an asset because recovery of
tax losses is not virtually certain and recovery of
timing differences is not assured beyond
reasonable doubt:
Tax losses carried forward $\omega$ 30%
Timing differences $@30\%$
1,001,959
224,932
1,156,227
108,839
936,662
224,932
1,090,930
108,839
1,226,891 1,265,066 1,161,594 1,199,769

The potential future income tax benefit will only be obtained if:

(i) The consolidated entity derives future assessable income of a nature and of an amount sufficient to enable the benefit from the deduction to be realised;

(ii) The consolidated entity continues to comply with the conditions for deductibility imposed by the law; and

(iii) There are no changes in tax legislation adversely affecting the consolidated entity in realising the benefit from deductions.

SEGMENT INFORMATION $6.$

The Company operates in one business and geographical segment being the operator of a producing gold mine in Australia.

Consolidated Company
2003
$\mathbb S$
2002
\$
2003
\$
2002
\$
CASH ASSETS
7.
Cash on hand 287 200 187 100
Cash at bank 2,027,121 296,148 2,027,121 296,148
Deposits-at call 31,660 79,419 31,660 79,419
Gold bullion 1,244,554 1,244,554
3,303,622 375,767 3,303,522 375,667
RECEIVABLES
8.
Current
Trade Debtors 60,350 60,350
Less provision for doubtful debts (60, 350) (60, 350)
GST Receivable
Other debtors
117,667 20,929 117,667 20,929
Loans to controlled entities 139,032 139,032
880
880
256,699 20,929 257,579 21,809
9. INVENTORIES
Current
Gold in circuit at cost 167,617 167,617
Ore stockpiles at cost 37,639 37,639
Stores and spares at cost 376,188 376,188
581,444 $\overline{a}$ 581,444 $\blacksquare$
10. OTHER FINANCIAL ASSETS
Non-current
Shares in controlled entity - at cost
Shares in listed companies
2 $\mathfrak{2}$
- at net market value 33,705 45,118 33,705 45,118
33,705 45,118 33,707 45,120

No capital gains tax would be payable if the shares in listed companies were sold at balance date.

11. PROPERTY, PLANT AND
EQUIPMENT
Buildings $-$ at cost 174,837 $\blacksquare$ 174,837
Less accumulated depreciation (1,095) $\blacksquare$ (1,095)
Total buildings 173,742 ٠ 173,742
Plant and equipment $-$ at cost 1,832,253 255,921 1,827,018 250,686
Less accumulated depreciation (37,081) (136,778) (37,081) (136, 778)
Total plant and equipment 1,795,172 119,143 1,789,937 113,908
Consolidated Company
2003 2002 2003 2002
S \$ S \$
PROPERTY, PLANT AND
11.
EQUIPMENT (CONT)
Leased plant and equipment 38,636 38,636 38,636 38,636
Less accumulated depreciation (18, 144) (12,646) (18, 144) (12, 646)
Total leased plant and equipment 20,492 25,990 20,492 25,990
Capital works in progress - cost 234,521 234,521
Total property plant $\&$ equipment $-$
at cost
Less accumulated depreciation
2,280,247
(56, 320)
294,557
(149, 424)
2,275,012
(56,320)
289,322
(149, 424)
Total net book value 2,223,927 145,133 2,218,692 139,898

(a) Movement in carrying amounts

Movement in the carrying amounts for each class of property, plant and equipment between the beginning and the end of the current financial year.

Buildings Plant
and
equipment
Leased
plant and
equipment
Capital
works in
progress
Total
Consolidated
Balance at beginning of year 119,143 25,990 145,133
Additions from acquisition of Gidgee Gold 174,837 1,790,811 234,521 2,200,169
Disposals (214, 479) ٠ (214, 479)
Depreciation expense (1,095) (36,208) (5,498) (42, 801)
Depreciation eliminated on disposal 135,905 135,905
173,742 1,795,172 20,492 234,521 2,223,927
Company
Balance at beginning of year 113,908 25,990 139,898
Additions from acquisition of Gidgee Gold 174,837 1,790,811 234,521 2,200,169
Disposals (214, 479) $\overline{\phantom{a}}$ (214, 479)
Depreciation expense (1,095) (36,208) (5,498) $\overline{\phantom{a}}$ (42, 801)
Depreciation eliminated on disposal 135,905 135,905
173,742 1,789,937 20,492 234,521 2,218,692
Consolidated Company
2003 2002 2003 2002
\$ S S. \$

12. DEFERRED EXPLORATION, EVALUATION AND DEVELOPMENT COSTS

Mine properties, development,
infrastructure and exploration and
evaluation costs carried forward in
respect of mining areas of interest
Production phase 2,223,174 $\blacksquare$ 2,223,174
Exploration expenditure carried
forward in respect of areas of interest
Exploration and evaluation phases
carried forward 1,387,501 1,601,192 1,387,501 1,601,192
Expenditure incurred during the year 648,646 736,310 648,646 736,310
Acquisition of Gidgee Gold tenements 1,799,831 1,799,831
Expenditure written off during the year (950,000) (950,000)
3,835,978 1,387,502 3,835,978 1,387,502
Total 6,059,152 1,387,502 6,059,152 1,387,502
13. PAYABLES
$Current$ – unsecured
Trade creditors (i) 3,959,685 162,088 3,959,685 162,088
Other creditors & accruals 31,333 471,911 31,333 471,911
3,991,018 633,999 3,991,018 633,999

$(i)$ Included in this amount is \$82,142 owing to Iana Pty Ltd, a company controlled by Mr Cowden and \$48,537 owing to Windamurah Corporate, a company controlled by Mr Atkins. Refer to Note 21(c) of these financial statements.

14. INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIES Current - commod

Curem - secureu
Borrowings - 250,000 $\overline{\phantom{a}}$ 250,000
Lease liability (i) 6.593 5,860 6.593 5,860
6.593 255.860 6.593 255,860
Non-current - secured
Lease liability (i) 24,092 30,290 24.092 30,290

$(i)$ Effectively secured over the leased assets.

Consolidated Company
2003
$\mathbb{S}$
2002
\$
2003
\$
2002
\$
15. PROVISIONS
Current
Employee entitlements 77,028 57,500 77,028 57,500
Number of employees at year end 41 1 41 1
Non Current
Provision for restoration 2,057,000 $\blacksquare$ 2,057,000
16. CONTRIBUTED EQUITY
129,618,328 fully paid ordinary shares
(2002: 42, 234, 665)
Balance at the beginning of the
reporting period:
Shares Issued
7,674,016 6,736,415 7,674,016 6,736,415
Expiry of 30,643,750 options on 31
$\overline{\phantom{0}}$
March 2002
902,601 902,601
500,000 shares issued for cash on 4
$\overline{\phantom{0}}$
November 2002
5,000,000 shares issued for cash on
$\overline{\phantom{0}}$
35,000 35,000
24 June, 2003
7,500,000 shares issued for debt
$\qquad \qquad \blacksquare$
75,000 75,000
satisfaction on 30 September, 2003
2,000,000 shares issued for cash on
-
250,000 250,000
6 October, 2003
6,216,663 shares issued for eash on
$\overline{\phantom{a}}$
50,000 50,000
20 November, 2003
50,000,000 shares issued for cash
373,000 373,000
on 15 December, 2003 4,000,000 4,000,000
16,667,000 shares issued for Gidgee
Gold Project acquisition on 15
December, 2003 1,000,000 1,000,000
Share raising costs (191, 569) (191, 569)
13,230,447 7,674,016 13,230,447 7,674,016

Terms and Conditions

The holders of ordinary shares are entitled to receive dividends as declared from time to time and are entitled to one vote per share at shareholders' meetings.

In the event of winding up the Company, ordinary shareholders rank after all other shareholders and creditors and are fully entitled to any proceeds of liquidation.

17. RESERVES

Consolidated Company
2003 2002 2003 2002
\$ \$ \$ \$
Option premium reserve
Balance at beginning of year 361,890 902,601 361,890 902,601
- Expiry of $30,643,750$ options on 31
March 2002
(902, 601) (902, 601)
- Entitlement issue to existing shareholders
of 20,867,332 options expiring 30 April
2005
- Pro-rata placement to past option-holders
208,672 208,672
15,321,875 options expiring 30 April
2005
153,215 153,215
Balance at end of year 361,890 361,890 361,890 361,890

The option premium reserve records funds held on issue of options.

ACCUMULATED LOSSES 10

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Accumulated losses at the beginning of the
financial year $(7,039,106)$ $(5,168,086)$ $(7,043,559)$ $(5,173,420)$
Net loss attributable to members of the parent
entity $(250, 413)$ $(1, 871, 020)$ (250, 413) (1,870,139)
Accumulated losses at the end of the financial
year (7,289,519) (7,039,106) (7, 293, 972) (7,043,559)

19. OPTIONS

The Company had on issue at 31 December 2003 options over fully paid shares as follows:

Number of options Expiry date Exercise date Exercise price
2,350,000 (unlisted) 01/06/06 Any time prior to expiry 22 cents
36,189,207 (listed) 30/04/05 Any time prior to expiry 15 cents

These options do not entitle the holder to participate in any share issue of any other corporation.

20(a) REMUNERATION OF DIRECTORS

Income paid or payable or otherwise made available to all directors of each entity in the economic entity by the Company or any related party.

287,784 183,000 287,784 183,000

The number of directors whose income from the Company or related parties was within the following bands:

Number Number
2003 2002 2003 2002
$$20,000 - $29,999$
\$30,000 - \$39,999 - $\overline{\phantom{a}}$
$$140,000 - $149,999$ - $\overline{\phantom{0}}$
\$230,000 - \$239,999 - $\overline{\phantom{a}}$
Consolidated Company
2003
\$
2002
\$
2003
\$
2002
\$
20(b) REMUNERATION OF EXECUTIVES
The number of executive officers whose
remuneration falls within the following bands:
Number Number
2003 2002 2003 2002
$$140,000 - $149,999$
\$230,000 - \$239,999
Total remuneration received, or due and
receivable by executive officers of the Company
and economic entity from any entity and related
party for the management of the affairs of the
Company and its subsidiaries whose income is
\$100,000 or more \$233,762 \$148,080 \$233,762 \$148,080

21. RELATED PARTIES

Transactions between related parties are on normal commercial terms and conditions no more favourable than those available to other parties unless otherwise stated.

(a) The names of persons who were directors of the Company at any time during the financial year are as follows:

Albert K R Watson (resigned 17 February, 2003) Michael Atkins (appointed 14 February, 2003) Murray V McDonald Ian D Cowden

  • (b) Information on the remuneration of directors is set out in note 20.
  • (c) Related party transactions

Mr I D Cowden and Iana Pty Ltd (a company controlled by Mr Cowden) received fees for the provision of geological services to the Company during the year. The aggregate amount charged for such services and expenses was \$62,143 (2002: \$117,983) which has not been included in remuneration of directors at note 20(a). The balance owing to Iana Pty Ltd at the end of year was \$82,142.

Mr M Atkins and Windamurah Corporate (a company controlled by Mr Atkins) received fees for the provision of consulting to the Company during the year. The aggregate amount charged for such services and expenses was \$22,628 (2002: \$nil) which has not been included in remuneration of directors at note $20(a)$ . The balance owing to Windamurah Corporate at the end of year was \$48,537.

  • (d) All amounts referred to in note (c) were charged at normal commercial rates.
  • (e) Director's holdings of shares and share options.

21. RELATED PARTIES (CONT)

The interests of directors and their director related entities in shares and share options of Legend Mining Limited at year end are set out below:

2003 2002
Number Held Number Held
Ordinary Shares 7.525.001 7.525.001
Options over ordinary shares (listed) 4.100.000 682.435
Options over ordinary shares (unlisted) 1,000.000 1.250.000

(f) Transactions of directors and director-related entities concerning shares or share options.

During the year directors and director related entities disposed of no ordinary shares of Legend Mining Limited.

22. CASH FLOW INFORMATION

(i) Reconciliation of Cash

For the purposes of the Statements of Cash Flows, cash includes cash on hand and at bank and short term deposits at call, net of outstanding bank overdrafts and gold bullion. Cash as at the end of the financial year as shown in the Statement of Cash Flows is reconciled to the related items in the Statement of Financial Position as follows:

Consolidated Company
2003 2002 2003 2002
Note \$ S S \$
Cash on hand 287 200 187 100
Cash at bank 2,027,121 296,148 2,027,121 296,148
Deposits $-$ at call 31,660 79,419 31,660 79,419
Gold Bullion 1,244,554 $\blacksquare$ 1,244,554 $\overline{\phantom{0}}$
3.303.622 375.767 3.303.522 375.667

(ii) Reconciliation of loss from ordinary activities after income tax to net cash used in operating activities

Operating loss from ordinary activities after income
tax (250, 413) (1,871,020) (250, 413) (1,870,139)
Non-cash flows in loss from ordinary activities:
Finance charges on capitalised finance leases 3,334 3,334
Loss $/$ (profit) on disposal of investments 4,012 (32, 187) 4,012 (32,187)
Loss on disposal of assets 78,574 78,574
Add /(less) non cash items:
Depreciation 42,801 38,428 42,801 38,428
Exploration expenditure written off 950,000 950,000
Movement in provision for annual leave 19,528 52,193 19,528 52,193
Forgiveness of debt (100, 778) (100, 778)
Unrealised (gains)/losses in the market value of (20,617) (5,268) (20,617) (5,268)
investments
(226, 893) (864, 520) (226,893) (863, 639)

22. CASH FLOW INFORMATION

Consolidated Company
2003 2002 2003 2002
Note S S S \$
Change in assets and liabilities:
(Increase)/ decrease in receivables (235,770) 615,028 (235,770) 615,028
Decrease / (Increase) in inventory (581, 444) $\blacksquare$ (581, 444)
(Decrease)/ Increase in payables $\&$
borrowings 1,297,457 55,525 1,297,457 55,524
Net Cash provided/ (Used) in Operating
Activities 253,350 (193, 967) 253,350 (193,087)

(iii) Non cash financing and investment activities

During the financial year, the consolidated entity acquired mine properties with a value of \$2,057,000 with a corresponding rehabilitation bond liability. Legend also issued 16,667,000 ordinary shares for value of \$1,000,000 to Abelle Ltd in part settlement of the Gidgee Gold Project.

23. FINANCE LEASE COMMITMENTS

Finance lease commitments are payable:

- Within one year 7,673 7,673 7,673 7,673
- One year but not later than five years 24,209 31,882 24,209 31,882
- Less future finance charges (1,197) (3,405) (1,197) (3,405)
30,685 36,150 30,685 36,150
Consists of:
- Current 6,593 5,860 6.593 5,860
- Non Current 24,092 30,290 24,092 30,290
Total lease liability 30,685 36,150 30,685 36,150

24. FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS

The consolidated entity has access to the following lines of credit: Total facilities Performance Rond

Performance Bond - 63.000 $\overline{\phantom{0}}$ 63,000
63,000 63,000
Facilities used:
Performance Bond/Bank Guarantee $\overline{\phantom{0}}$ 63,000 $\,$ 63,000
63.000 - 63,000

25. COMMITMENTS FOR EXPENDITURE

(a) Exploration expenditure commitments.

In order to maintain current rights of tenure to exploration tenements, the Company will be required to outlay in 2004 amounts of approximately \$3,717,480 (2003: \$119,958) in respect of tenement lease rentals and to meet minimum expenditure requirements of the Department of Industry & Resources. These obligations are expected to be fulfilled in the normal course of operations and have not been provided for in the financial report.

26. INVESTMENTS IN CONTROLLED ENTITY

Name Class of Share Interest Held
2003
Interest Held
2002
Arbotech Pty Ltd Ordinary 100% '00%
Armada Mining Ltd .
Ordinary
100% .00%

Grant Thornton has not acted as auditor for Arbotech Pty Ltd. The Company has been dormant during the year. The Company was incorporated in Australia.

27. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS DISCLOSURE

(a) Interest Rate Risk

The economic entity's exposure to interest rate risk, which is the risk that a financial instrument's value will fluctuate as a result of changes in market interest rates and the effective weighted average interest rates on classes of financial assets and financial liabilities, is as follows:

Consolidated
2002
Weighted
Average
Interest Rate
Floating
Interest
Rate
Fixed
Interest
Rate
Non-
Interest
Bearing
Total
Financial assets:
Cash $3.7\%$ 296,149 79,418 200 375,767
Other Financial Assets 45,118 45,118
Receivables 20,929 20,929
296,149 79,418 66,247 441,814
Financial liabilities
Payables 633,999 633,999
Interest bearing liabilities 11.4% 286,150 286,150
286,150 633,999 920,149
Consolidated
2003
Weighted
Average
Interest Rate
Floating
Interest
Rate
Fixed
Interest
Rate
Non-
Interest
Bearing
Total
Financial assets:
Cash. 2.7% 2,027,121 31,660 1,244,841 3,303,622
Other Financial Assets 33,705 33,705
Receivables 256,699 256,699
2,027,121 31,660 1,535,245 3,594,026
Financial liabilities
Payables 3,991,018 3,991,018
Interest bearing liabilities $7.2\%$ 30,685 30,685
30,685 3,991,018 4,021,703

27. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS DISCLOSURE (CONT)

(b) Credit Risk

Credit risk represents the loss that would be recognised if counterparties failed to perform as contracted.

The credit risk on financial assets, excluding investments, of the consolidated entity which have been recognised on the statement of financial position, is the carrying amount, net of any provision for doubtful debts.

(c) Net Fair Value of Financial Assets and Liabilities

The Company's financial assets and liabilities as disclosed in the statement of financial position are carried at amounts that approximate their net fair value.

Following are the carrying amounts and estimated net fair values of the consolidated entity's non-current financial instruments as at the reporting date. The fair value of a financial instrument is defined as the amount at which the instrument could be exchanged in a current transaction between willing partners.

2003 2003 2002 2002
Carrying Net Fair Carrying Net Fair
Amount Value Amount Value
Investments in listed corporations 33,705 33,705 45,118 45,118

No financial assets and financial liabilities are traded on organised markets in standardised form other than listed investments.

28. INTEREST IN JOINT VENTURE OPERATIONS

Legend Mining Limited has an interest in the following joint venture operations:

Joint Venture Project Activity 2003
Interest
2002
Interest
Munni Munni Joint
Venture:
Elizabeth Hill Silver Exploration 33.33% 33.33%
Emerald Joint Venture Mt Ida Greenstone Belt Nickel/Gold
Exploration
91% 40%

Included in the assets of the Company and the consolidated entity are the following items which represent the Company's and the consolidated entity's interests in the assets employed in the joint ventures.

28. INTEREST IN JOINT VENTURE OPERATIONS

Consolidated Company
2003
\$
2002
\$
2003
\$
2002
\$
Non-Current Assets
Plant and equipment – net book value 402 402
Current Liabilities
Overdraft - 14,335 $\blacksquare$ 14,335
Provisions 14,494 ۰ 14,494
Total Liabilities 28,829 $\blacksquare$ 28,829
Net Liabilities (28, 427) ۰ (28, 427)

29. SIGNIFICANT EVENTS AFTER BALANCE DATE

On the 24th February, 2004, the Company changed it's bankers to Westpac Institutional Bank. Westpac will provide the following facilities:

  • Bond Facility Replacement of the \$2,057,000 Gidgee Gold Project performance bond. $\bullet$
  • Provide a 25,000 ounce per annum gold hedging facility for production from the Gidgee Mine. $\bullet$
  • Provide a revolving working capital facility of \$500,000. $\bullet$

The financial effect of the above has not been brought to account at balance date.

Consolidated Company
2003
S
2002
\$
2003
S
2002
S
30. AUDITORS REMUNERATION
Remuneration of the auditor of the parent entity
for:
- auditing or reviewing the financial report
16,150 10,000 16,150 10,000

31. CONTINGENT LIABILITIES

The Company's activities in Australia are subject to the Native Title Act. Uncertainty associated with Native Title issues may impact on the Company's future plans.

There are no unresolved Native Title issues and the Company is not aware of any other matters that may impact upon its timely access to the land that comprises its project areas.

DIRECTORS DECLARATION

  • $1.$ The directors of the Company declare that:
  • the financial statements and notes, set out on pages 19 to 39, are in accordance with the $(a)$ Corporations Act 2001:
  • give a true and fair view of the financial position of the Company and $(i)$ consolidated entity as at 31 December 2003 and of their performance, for the year ended on that date; and
  • $(ii)$ complies with Accounting Standards and the Corporations Regulations 2001;
  • $(b)$ in the directors opinion there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debts as and when they become due and payable

This declaration is made in accordance with a resolution of the Board of Directors

$M$ $V$ $McDonald$ DIRECTOR

Dated this 18th day of March 2004.

Grant Thornton ●

Business Advisers and Consultants

INDEPENDENT AUDIT REPORT TO MEMBERS OF LEGEND MINING LIMITED

Scope

The financial report and directors' responsibility

The financial report comprises the statement of financial position, statement of financial performance, statement of cash flows, accompanying notes to the financial statements, and the directors' declaration for both Legend Mining Limited (the company) and its controlled entity (the consolidated entity), for the year ended 31 December 2003. The consolidated entity comprises both the company and the entity it controlled during that year.

The directors of the company are responsible for the preparation and true and fair presentation of the financial report in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001. This includes responsibility for the maintenance of adequate accounting records and internal controls that are designed to prevent and detect fraud and error, and for the accounting policies and accounting estimates inherent in the financial report.

Audit approach

We conducted an independent audit in order to express an opinion to the members of the company. Our audit was conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards, in order to provide reasonable assurance as to whether the financial report is free of material misstatement. The nature of an audit is influenced by factors such as the use of professional judgment, selective testing, the inherent limitations of internal control, and the availability of persuasive rather than conclusive evidence. Therefore, an audit cannot guarantee that all material misstatements have been detected.

We performed procedures to assess whether in all material respects the financial report presents fairly, in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001, including compliance with Accounting Standards and other mandatory financial reporting requirements in Australia, a view which is consistent with our understanding of the company's and the consolidated entity's financial position, and of their performance as represented by the results of their operations and cash flows.

We formed our audit opinion on the basis of these procedures, which included:

  • examining, on a test basis, information to provide evidence supporting the amounts and $\bullet$
  • disclosures in the financial report: and
  • assessing the appropriateness of the accounting policies and disclosures used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by the directors.

While we considered the effectiveness of management's internal controls over financial reporting when determining the nature and extent of our procedures, our audit was not designed to provide assurance on internal controls

Our audit did not involve an analysis of the prudence of business decisions made by the directors or management.

We have read the other information in the annual report to determine whether it contained any material inconsistencies with the financial report.

Grant Thornton

INDEPENDENT AUDIT REPORT TO MEMBERS OF LEGEND MINING LIMITED (cont)

Independence

In conducting our audit, we followed the applicable independence requirements of Australian professional ethical pronouncements and the Corporations Act 2001.

Audit opinion

In our opinion, the financial report of Legend Mining Limited is in accordance with:

(a) the Corporations Act 2001, including:

(i) giving a true and fair view of the company's and consolidated entity's financial position as at 31 December 2003 and of their performance for the year ended on that date; and

(ii) complying with Accounting Standards in Australia and the Corporations Regulations 2001; and

(b) other mandatory financial reporting requirements in Australia.

Franchij (Hipmeritiert)

GRANT THORNTON Chartered Accountants

Hope and so

GREG LEGUIER Partner

Perth WA

Dated this $18^{th}$ day of March 2004.

SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION

The issued capital of the company as at 31 December 2003 is 129,618,328 ordinary fully paid shares.

Distribution of Share holders as at 31 December 2003

Fully Paid Shares Number
1,000 22
1,001 5,000 122
5,001 10,000 246
10,001 100,000 736
100,001 and over 189
1,315

Number holding less that a marketable parcel (1,000 shares) 5

Substantial Shareholder as at 18 March, 2004

Abelle Ltd 16,667,000

Top 20 Shareholders as at 18 March, 2004

Name Total Holdings % Issued Capital
Abelle Ltd 16,667,000 12.858
Murray McDonald 7,525,001 5.805
Yandal Investments Pty Ltd 7,500,000 5.786
Europa Investment Services Ltd 2,780,000 2.144
Comsec Nominees Pty Ltd 2,235,928 1.725
John Young & Corinne Young 1,750,000 1.350
Arthur Carbo 1,685,028 1.299
Stanley Nominees Pty Ltd 1,369,276 1.056
Equifast Nominees Pty Ltd 1,327,152 1.023
SDC Pty Ltd 1,250,000 0.964
John Kirou 1,200,000 0.925
Savwa Pty Ltd 1,190,000 0.918
May 96 Pty Ltd 1,186,250 0.915
Yarandi Investments Pty Ltd 1,125,000 0.867
Aphrodite Holdings Pty Ltd 1,000,000 0.771
TM Consulting Pty Ltd 1,000,000 0.771
Ravina Ltd 983,333 0.758
Bannaby Investments Pty Ltd 960,000 0.740
ANZ Nominees Limited 932,500 0.719
Equifast Nominees Pty Ltd 767,810 0.592
54,434,278 41.983

SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION cont'd...

Top 20 Optionholders as at 18 March, 2004

30 April 2005 Series (exercisable at 15 cents per share)

Name Total Holdings % Issued Capital
Murray McDonald 4,000,000 11.053
John Anthony Vetter 1,500,000 4.144
Karalon Pty Ltd 1,300,000 3.592
Ravina Ltd 1,200,000 3.315
Detail Nominees Pty Ltd 1,000,000 2.763
May 96 Pty Ltd 905,000 2.500
Edward Stach 800,000 2.210
Michael Robert Sterland 800,000 2.210
Savwa Pty Ltd 775,000 2.141
John Kirou & Tania Kirou 700,000 1.934
Dimitrios Graikos 648,664 1.792
Allinvest Pty Ltd 600,000 1.657
Quevy Holdings Pty Ltd 500,000 1.381
Jeffrey Bruce Phillips 500,000 1.381
David Christopher Kemp 487,918 1.348
CMC Electrical Pty Ltd 450,000 1.243
Shane Mathew Collins 445,000 1.229
Comsec Nominees Pty Ltd 400,000 1.105
Aftron Pty Ltd 385,000 1.063
Shearman Superannuation Nominees Pty Ltd 383,000 1.058
17,779,582 49.115
Tenement No.
Application*
Registered Holder/Applicant Shares Held
Munni Munni M47/340 Legend Mining Limited 33.33/100
M47/341 Legend Mining Limited 33.33/100
M47/342 Legend Mining Limited 33.33/100
M47/343 Legend Mining Limited 33.33/100
E47/587 Legend Mining Limited 33.33/100
$M47/414*$ Legend Mining Limited 33.33/100
M47/415* Legend Mining Limited 33.33/100
Carlow Castle E47/562 Legend Mining Limited 100/100
M47/409* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
E47/932 Legend Mining Limited 100/100
E47/957
E47/967
Legend Mining Limited 100/100
100/100
P47/944 Legend Mining Limited 100/100
P47/945 Legend Mining Limited
Legend Mining Limited
100/100
M47/417* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
M47/490* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
M47/491* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
E47/1180* Armada Mining Limited 100/100
E47/1181* Armada Mining Limited 100/100
P47/1128* Armada Mining Limited 100/100
P47/1129* Armada Mining Limited 100/100
P47/1130* Armada Mining Limited 100/100
P47/1133* Armada Mining Limited 100/100
P47/1134* Armada Mining Limited 100/100
Bradley Well E47/1049 Legend Mining Limited 100/100
Mount Marie E47/1150* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
P47/1112* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
P47/1113* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
E47/1179* Armada Mining Limited 100/100
P47/1126
P47/1132
Legend Mining Limited
Armada Mining Limited
100/100
100/100
P47/1135* Armada Mining Limited 100/100
P47/1136* Armada Mining Limited 100/100
P47/1137* Armada Mining Limited 100/100
P47/1159* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
Mount Sholl E47/966 Legend Mining Limited 100/100
Twin Table Hills M47/462* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
M47/463* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
M47/493* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
M47/494* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
Radio Hill E47/1048 Legend Mining Limited 100/100
M47/457* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
M47/466* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
E47/1178* Armada Mining Limited
Legend Mining Limited
100/100
100/100
M47/518
P47/1131
Armada Mining Limited 100/100
P47/1158* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
Emerald E30/118 Legend Mining Limited 91/100
Maitland E47/1152* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
P47/1124* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
Donnington Hill E70/2507* Legend Mining Limited 100/100
Ruth Well P47/1127* Armada Mining Limited 100/100
Gidgee E53/0345 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E53/0422 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E53/0774 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E53/0891 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E53/0957 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E57/0167 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E57/0190 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E57/0191 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E57/0483 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E57/0522 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E57/0523 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee L53/0046 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee L53/0047 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee L53/0095 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee L53/0096 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee L53/0116 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee L57/0011 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee L57/0012 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee L57/0020 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M51/0104 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M51/0105 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M51/0157 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M51/0185 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M51/0186 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M51/0201 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M51/0290 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M51/0410 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M51/0458 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M51/0474 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0010 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0011 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0058 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0101 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0102 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0103 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0105 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0153 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0251 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0252 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0313 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0314 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0315 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0500 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0716 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0894 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0904 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee
Gidgee
M53/0988
M57/0019
Abelle Limited
Abelle Limited
Transfers pending
Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0026 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0033 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0044 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0045 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0069 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0070 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0071 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0072 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0073 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0074 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0143 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0144 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0145 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0146 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0210 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0211 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0212 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0230 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0231 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0232 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0236 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0241 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0242 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0250 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0251 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0252 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0292 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0349 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M57/0375 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/0635 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/0636 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/0637 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/0693 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/0698 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/0699 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/0700 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/0707 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/1074 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/1112 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/1114 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/1152 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/1153 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/1155 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/1162 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P53/1163 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P57/0662 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P57/0665 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P57/0666 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P57/0697 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P57/0760 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P57/0761
P57/0762
Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P57/0871 Arimco Mining Pty Ltd
Abelle Limited
Transfers pending
Transfers pending
Gidgee
Gidgee
P57/1015 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee P57/1019 Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E53/1020* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E53/1021* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E57/0484* Dalrymple Resources NL Transfers pending
Gidgee E57/0495* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E57/0517* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee E57/0520* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0450* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0496* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0497* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0597* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0941* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0942* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0945* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0992* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0993* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/0994* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
Gidgee M53/1000* Abelle Limited Transfers pending
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