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WHITEHAWK LIMITED — Interim / Quarterly Report 2020
Jul 28, 2020
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2020
Quarterly Report
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Quarterly Activities Report for the Period Ended June 30, 2020
WHITEHAWK LIMITED (ASX: WHK OR “THE COMPANY”), THE FIRST GLOBAL ONLINE CYBER SECURITY EXCHANGE ENABLING BUSINESSES OF ALL SIZES TO TAKE SMART ACTION AGAINST CYBERCRIME, IS PLEASED TO PROVIDE AN UPDATE ON ITS PROGRESS FOR THE SECOND QUARTER 2020.
HIGHLIGHTS
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Collected US$314K relating to sales receipt from customers
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Invoicing for the 2nd quarter 2020 is US$502K, matching the US$516K in invoicing for the 1st quarter 2020.
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Reduced cash burn in second quarter 2020 over first quarter 2020 by US$150K.
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Building upon phase 1 of current contract with U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) CISA, as sub-contractor to Guidehouse (formerly PWC Federal), Phase 2 is scoped for kick-off October 2020 to develop, test and refine the QSMO
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Refined scope for first sole source U.S. Federal Government CIO Cyber Risk Radar contract, across 150 Suppliers and options for additional 150 suppliers a year, for a base year and 4 option years (delayed from 2019).
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Automation of Cyber Risk Scorecard product lines via WhiteHawk online platform has resulted in speed and scalability, increasing gross margins.
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Incorporation of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) checklist into the WhiteHawk Cyber Risk online Customer Journey and into all Cyber Risk Scorecards, provides current Defence Industrial Base (DIB) contracted client with an automated path to CMMC for 200 of their Supplier Companies, currently being monitored by our Cyber Risk Radar.
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Cyber Risk Program phase 1 results and recommendations were briefed to the Board of Directors of a Global Manufacturer including: Continuous Cyber Risk Monitoring, Prioritization, quarterly Scorecards and Validation via Real Time RedTeam across 8 business groups. Phase 2 being kicked off in July 2020.
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Scoping conversations continue with 2 strategic Sontiq/WhiteHawk Small Business Suite offerings via Managed Service Provider and Financial Institution to 5,000 to 140,000 SME current customers, as an annual subscription service.
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Conducted Cyber Risk Radar Proof of Value (POV) for a Military Service in June – scoping discussions underway, with additional POV’s with 2 US Federal Departments under review.
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COVID-19 Impact:
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No delays in product line development or execution
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Sales’ virtual demos and Proofs of Value are consistently scheduled
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Continue to experience contract scoping and completion delays of 60 to 90days, with government and industry procurement teams working dispersed from home.
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WhiteHawk received U.S. Government Pandemic forgivable loan for US$230K.
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WhiteHawk finishes the 2nd quarter with a strong cash position of US$1.5M and a strong pipeline of sales contracts.
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- Finalized A$1m Share Purchase Agreement and Equity Swap Agreement (as announced to ASX on 30 January 2020 and 1 July 2020).
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UPDATES FROM THE QUARTER
Continue to execute as primary developer on contract with U.S. Federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).
Contract Summary
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WhiteHawk is a sub-contractor on a contract won by the prime contractor, Guidehouse (formerly PWC Federal): The contract is for 7 years (1 year with 6 option years)
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WhiteHawk’s development project phase 1, $400K USD runs from April to September 2020and is scoped for $1.2M USD for the rest of Fiscal Year 2021, starting October 2020.
Contract Progress during the quarter
- Conducting QSMO Cybersecurity online Marketplace requirements development and prioritization with all key government stakeholders, to include architecture requirements and planning.
Execution commenced on 2[nd] Contract with U.S. Federal Government Department CIO :
Contract Summary
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WhiteHawk's Cyber Risk Policy sub-contract length is 5 years (1 year with 4 option years)
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First full year (12 Month) revenue to WhiteHawk is expected to be between US$300K to US$600K and is subject to refinement by the prime contractor and government customer.
Contract Progress during the quarter
- Cyber Risk Policy and strategy projects continuously developed and executed.
Continue to Execute on Cyber Risk Radar Annual Subscription Contract with Top 12 U.S. DIB Company for 200 Suppliers and Vendors
Contract Summary
- WhiteHawk providing online platform Software as a Service (SaaS), an annual recurring subscription augmented by consulting risk services across now 200 Suppliers.
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Progress for the Quarter
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Business and Cyber Risk Monitoring for 30 Tier 1 Suppliers, with quarterly Cyber Risk Scorecards and Cyber Risk Monitoring for 85 Tier 2 Suppliers and quarterly Cyber Risk Scorecards
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Incorporated Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) mapping into all Cyber Risk Scorecards, providing a path to CMMC for all suppliers in accordance with new Department of Defence guidelines for 2020 and beyond.
Continue to execute Cyber Risk Program contract with major U.S. Manufacturer via Global Consulting Partner
Contract Summary
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Cyber Risk Program is an independent view of prioritized cyber risks and mitigation strategies tailored and delivered to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), Executive Team, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and Board of Directors (BoD)
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This expert risk assessment subscription for 8 Business Groups includes: Cyber Risk Continuous Monitoring and Prioritization; Quarterly Executive Level Scorecards and Reporting; and Bi-Annual Risk Validation by Real-Time Red Team Assessment.
Progress for the Quarter
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Completed Cyber Risk Monitoring, Scorecards and real-time red team initial assessment in 2[nd] QTR 2020.
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Executive level findings were presented to the June BoD session.
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Completed mapping of findings to mitigation strategies.
Cashflows
Revenues remain consistent, with the Company recording revenue in each of the last 11 months. Second quarter 2020 invoicing of US$502K matched US$516K in the first quarter of 2020. 2020 invoiced for the first two quarters US$1M up from US$0.3M for the first two quarters of 2019.
WhiteHawk continues to ensure a lean approach to expenses, maintaining cash burn in the second quarter of a monthly average of US$105K over the same period in 2019 US$181K.
WhiteHawk applied for and received US$230K U.S. Government grant as part of the Payroll Protection Plan from the U.S. Small Business Administration in response to the COVID 19 pandemic. The grant is in the form of a forgivable loan with the criterion the funds can be used for payroll expenses to maintain current number of employees.
As per ASX announcement dated 1 July 2020, on 3 July 2020, the Company issued 12,987,013 shares, A$1m capital raise with RiverFort Global Capital. Proceeds will finance future growth.
Payment made to related parties include payments made for the services provided by Key Management Personnel including Directors of the Company.
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OUTLOOK
Sales Channels Mapped to Updated & Automated Product Lines
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1) Responding to key CMMC related Government RFP’s (2 opportunities in 2020 – winners to be announced 3[rd] Quarter)
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2) Proof of Value offerings to U.S. and AU Government Healthcare and Energy Entities, thereby demonstrating the ease, impact, scalability and affordability of WhiteHawk Cyber Risk Identification, Prioritization and Mitigation product lines.
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3) Tailoring Sontiq/WhiteHawk Business Risk Suite options to Financial Institution, Internet Service Provider (ISP) and Managed Service Providers (MSP) business clients.
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4) July 2020 teamed on Texas State and Local Cybersecurity RFP for 5-year contract, across 1,500 entities, as entre to other State and Local opportunities.
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5) Positioned Proof of Value of the Cyber Risk Program as an enabler for DIB Prime (large) Companies to achieve CMMC level 5 in 2020 and beyond.
Product Line Advancement and Automation, Driving Scalability and Margin Increases:
Cyber Risk Scorecard - In-Depth
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Automated inclusion of CMMC Baseline Mapping
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Cyber Risk Scorecard - Snapshot
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In Final Testing
Batch generation of Scorecards in support of Cyber Risk Radar
- In Unit Testing
New Web Site
- Migration ongoing
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The Appendix 4C Quarterly Cash Flow Report for the period ended June 30, 2020 follows.
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
The Quarterly Activities Report is given in summary form and does not purport to be complete. The Quarterly Activities Report including financial information, should not be considered as a financial projection, advice or a recommendation to any particular or potential investors in relation to subscribing for securities in WhiteHawk. Before acting on any information readers should consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to these matters, any relevant offer document and in particular, readers should seek independent financial advice. All securities involve risks, which include (among others) the risk of adverse or unanticipated market, financial or political developments and, in international transactions, currency risk. The Quarterly Activities Report may include statements regarding the Company's intent, belief or current expectations with respect to our businesses and operations, market conditions, revenues, market penetration, and results of operations. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these statements. WhiteHawk does not undertake any obligation to publicly release the result of any revisions to these statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. While due care has been used in the preparation of the Quarterly Activities Report, actual results may vary in a materially positive or negative manner and are subject to uncertainty and contingencies outside WhiteHawk's control.
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Rule 4.7B
Appendix 4C
Quarterly cash flow report for entities subject to Listing Rule 4.7B
Name of entity
WhiteHawk Limited
ABN
97 620 459 823
Quarter ended (“current quarter”)
30 June 2020
| Consolidated statement of cash flows | Consolidated statement of cash flows | Current quarter | Year to date |
|---|---|---|---|
| $US’000 | (6 months) | ||
| $US’000 | |||
| 1. | Cash flows from operating activities | 314 | 875 |
| 1.1 | Receipts from customers | ||
| 1.2 | Payments for | ||
| (a) research and development | (136) | (324) | |
| (b) product manufacturing and operating | (89) | (315) | |
| costs | |||
| (c) advertising and marketing | (23) | (34) | |
| (d) leased assets | - | - | |
| (e) staff costs | (203) | (471) | |
| (f) administration and corporate costs |
(185) | (281) | |
| 1.3 | Dividends received (see note 3) | - | - |
| 1.4 | Interest received | - | 1 |
| 1.5 | Interest and other costs of finance paid | - | - |
| 1.6 | Income taxes paid | - | - |
| 1.7 | Government grants and tax incentives | 7 | 7 |
| 1.8 | Other (provide details if material) | - | - |
| 1.9 | Net cash from / (used in) operating | (315) | (542) |
| activities | |||
| 2. | Cash flows from investing activities | ||
| 2.1 | Payments to acquire or for: | ||
| (a) entities | - | - | |
| (b) businesses | - | - | |
| (c) property, plant and equipment | - | - | |
| (d) investments | - | - | |
| (e) intellectual property | - | - | |
| (f) other non-current assets |
- | - |
ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4C (17/07/20) + See chapter 19 of the ASX Listing Rules for defined terms.
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Appendix 4C Quarterly cash flow report for entities subject to Listing Rule 4.7B
| Consolidated statement of cash flows | Consolidated statement of cash flows | Current quarter | Year to date |
|---|---|---|---|
| $US’000 | (6 months) | ||
| $US’000 | |||
| 2.2 | Proceeds from disposal of: | ||
| (a) entities | - | - | |
| (b) businesses | - | - | |
| (c) property, plant and equipment | - | - | |
| (d) investments | - | - | |
| (e) intellectual property | - | - | |
| (f) other non-current assets |
- | - | |
| 2.3 | Cash flows from loans to other entities | 18 | 62 |
| 2.4 | Dividends received (see note 3) | - | - |
| 2.5 | Other (provide details if material) | - | - |
| 2.6 | Net cash from / (used in) investing | 18 | 62 |
| activities | |||
| 3. | Cash flows from financing activities | ||
| 3.1 | Proceeds from issues of equity securities | - | - |
| (excluding convertible debt securities) | |||
| 3.2 | Proceeds from issue of convertible debt | - | - |
| securities | |||
| 3.3 | Proceeds from exercise of options | - | - |
| 3.4 | Transaction costs related to issues of | - | - |
| equity securities or convertible debt | |||
| securities | |||
| 3.5 | Proceeds from borrowings | 230 | 489 |
| 3.6 | Repayment of borrowings | - | - |
| 3.7 | Transaction costs related to loans and | (5) | (7) |
| borrowings | |||
| 3.8 | Dividends paid | - | - |
| 3.9 | Other (provide details if material) | - | - |
| 3.10 | Net cash from / (used in) financing | 225 | 482 |
| activities | |||
| 4. | Net increase / (decrease) in cash and | ||
| cash equivalents for the period | |||
| 4.1 | Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of | 1,471 | 1,527 |
| period | |||
| 4.2 | Net cash from / (used in) operating | (315) | (542) |
| activities (item 1.9 above) | |||
| 4.3 | Net cash from / (used in) investing activities | 18 | 62 |
| (item 2.6 above) |
ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4C (17/07/20) + See chapter 19 of the ASX Listing Rules for defined terms.
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Appendix 4C Quarterly cash flow report for entities subject to Listing Rule 4.7B
| Consolidated statement of cash flows | Consolidated statement of cash flows | Current quarter | Year to date | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $US’000 | (6 months) | ||||
| $US’000 | |||||
| 4.4 | Net cash from / (used in) financing activities | 225 | 482 | ||
| (item 3.10 above) | |||||
| 4.5 | Effect of movement in exchange rates on | 83 | (47) | ||
| cash held | |||||
| 4.6 | Cash and cash equivalents at end of | 1,482 | 1,482 | ||
| period | |||||
| 5. | Reconciliation of cash and cash | Current quarter | Previous quarter | ||
| equivalents | $US’000 | $US’000 | |||
| at the end of the quarter (as shown in the | |||||
| consolidated statement of cash flows) to the | |||||
| related items in the accounts | |||||
| 5.1 | Bank balances | 16 | 70 | ||
| 5.2 | Call deposits | 1,466 | 1,401 | ||
| 5.3 | Bank overdrafts | - | - | ||
| 5.4 | Other (provide details) | - | - | ||
| 5.5 | Cash and cash equivalents at end of | 1,482 | 1,471 | ||
| quarter (should equal item 4.6 above) | |||||
| 6. | Payments to related parties of the entity and their | Current quarter | |||
| associates | $US'000 | ||||
| 6.1 | Aggregate amount of payments to related parties and their | 149 | |||
| associates included in item 1 | |||||
| 6.2 | Aggregate amount of payments to related parties and their | - | |||
| associates included in item 2 | |||||
| Note: if any amounts are shown in items 6.1 or 6.2, your quarterly | activity report must include a description of, and an | ||||
| explanation for, such payments. |
ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4C (17/07/20) + See chapter 19 of the ASX Listing Rules for defined terms.
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Appendix 4C Quarterly cash flow report for entities subject to Listing Rule 4.7B
| 7. | Financing facilities Total facility |
Amount drawn at |
|---|---|---|
| Note: the term “facility’ includes all forms of financing arrangements available to the entity. Add notes as necessary for an understanding of the sources of finance available to the entity. amount at quarter end $US’000 |
quarter end $US’000 |
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| 7.1 | Loan facilities 505 |
505 |
| 7.2 | Credit standby arrangements - |
- |
| 7.3 | Other (please specify) 686 |
- |
| 7.4 | Total financing facilities 1,191 |
505 |
| 7.5 | Unused financing facilities available at quarter end | 686 |
| 7.6 | Include in the box below a description of each facility above, including the lender, interest | |
| rate, maturity date and whether it is secured or unsecured. If any additional financing | ||
| facilities have been entered into or are proposed to be entered into after quarter end, | ||
| include a note providing details of those facilities as well. | ||
Loan facilities mentioned above include A$400k loan (as announced to ASX on 30 January 2020 and 4 June 2020), US$230k Payroll Protection Plan (1% annual interest rate, funds would be used to cover payroll expenses and loan would be forgivable up to 60% of payroll costs for the 24 week period starting 6 May 2020).
Other facilities include A$1m receivable under Share Purchase Agreement and Equity Swap Agreement (as announced to ASX on 30 January 2020 and 1 July 2020).
| 8. | Estimated cash available for future operating activities | $US’000 |
|---|---|---|
| 8.1 | Net cash from / (used in) operating activities (item 1.9) | (315) |
| 8.2 | Cash and cash equivalents at quarter end (item 4.6) | 1,482 |
| 8.3 | Unused finance facilities available at quarter end (item 7.5) | 686 |
| 8.4 | Total available funding (item 8.2 + item 8.3) | 2,168 |
| 8.5 | Estimated quarters of funding available (item 8.4 divided by item 8.1) |
6.88 |
| Note: if the entity has reported positive net operating cash flows in item 1.9, answer item 8.5 as “N/A”. Otherwise, a | ||
| figure for the estimated quarters of funding available must be included in item 8.5. | ||
| 8.6 | If item 8.5 is less than 2 quarters, please provide answers to the following questions: | |
| 8.6.1 Does the entity expect that it will continue to have the current |
level of net operating | |
| cash flows for the time being and, if not, why not? | ||
| Answer: N/A |
| 8.6.2 | Has the entity taken any steps, or does it propose to take any steps, to raise further |
|---|---|
| cash to fund its operations and, if so, what are those steps and how likely does it | |
| believe that they will be successful? |
Answer: N/A
ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4C (17/07/20) + See chapter 19 of the ASX Listing Rules for defined terms.
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Appendix 4C Quarterly cash flow report for entities subject to Listing Rule 4.7B
- 8.6.3 Does the entity expect to be able to continue its operations and to meet its business objectives and, if so, on what basis?
Answer: N/A
Note: where item 8.5 is less than 2 quarters, all of questions 8.6.1, 8.6.2 and 8.6.3 above must be answered.
Compliance statement
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1 This statement has been prepared in accordance with accounting standards and policies which comply with Listing Rule 19.11A.
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2 This statement gives a true and fair view of the matters disclosed.
29 July 2020 Date: ...................................................................................
Terry Roberts (Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director) Authorised by: ...................................................................................
(Name of body or officer authorising release – see note 4)
Notes
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This quarterly cash flow report and the accompanying activity report provide a basis for informing the market about the entity’s activities for the past quarter, how they have been financed and the effect this has had on its cash position. An entity that wishes to disclose additional information over and above the minimum required under the Listing Rules is encouraged to do so.
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If this quarterly cash flow report has been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, the definitions in, and provisions of, AASB 107: Statement of Cash Flows apply to this report. If this quarterly cash flow report has been prepared in accordance with other accounting standards agreed by ASX pursuant to Listing Rule 19.11A, the corresponding equivalent standard applies to this report.
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Dividends received may be classified either as cash flows from operating activities or cash flows from investing activities, depending on the accounting policy of the entity.
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If this report has been authorised for release to the market by your board of directors, you can insert here: “By the board”. If it has been authorised for release to the market by a committee of your board of directors, you can insert here: “By the [ name of board committee – eg Audit and Risk Committee ]”. If it has been authorised for release to the market by a disclosure committee, you can insert here: “By the Disclosure Committee”.
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If this report has been authorised for release to the market by your board of directors and you wish to hold yourself out as complying with recommendation 4.2 of the ASX Corporate Governance Council’s Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations , the board should have received a declaration from its CEO and CFO that, in their opinion, the financial records of the entity have been properly maintained, that this report complies with the appropriate accounting standards and gives a true and fair view of the cash flows of the entity, and that their opinion has been formed on the basis of a sound system of risk management and internal control which is operating effectively.
ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4C (17/07/20) + See chapter 19 of the ASX Listing Rules for defined terms.
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