Combined annual exploration report for the period ending 26 October 2010

Abstract

Works completed at the Annitowa Project during the first year of tenure included an open file literature review, compilation and review of publicly available geological maps, an AAPA register search, acquisition of NRETAS environmental data and the compilation of a Mining Management Plan for the project. The Central Land Council (CLC) informally requested no works commence before meetings could be held with traditional owners to discuss works proposed by Vale. The CLC subsequently advised that this could not happen until the end of 2010. In the interests of maintaining a good working relationship with the CLC and traditional owners, proposed works have been put on hold as a consequence.