EL 23495 Helen Springs Project Final Report for EL 23495 for the period 7 November 2002 to 1 March 2012

Abstract

Exploration activity carried out by Neil Scriven prior to the purchase of EL 23495 by OM Manganese Ltd in 2007 included reconnaissance mapping, ground EM surveys, drilling 12 RAB holes and the excavation of 2 costeans. Subsequent exploration by OM Manganese Ltd has included a satellite borne ASTER spectral study, a helicopter borne SkyTEM survey, an aerial magnetic and radiometric survey, satellite imagery, aerial photography for regional and structural mapping by Micraster Geological Services, drilling 64 RC holes, Gradient Array IP and Dipole-Dipole IP geophysical surveys, track maintenance and drill collar rehabilitation. Nil activity for period 7 November 2011 to 1 March 2012, due the inaccessibility during wet season.