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Company Information
Chairman’s Report
Review of Operations
Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety Review
Directors’ Report (including Remuneration Report)
Statement of Comprehensive Income
Statement of Financial Position
Statement of Changes in Equity
Statement of Cash Flows
Notes to the Financial Statements
Directors’ Declaration
Independent Auditors’ Report
Corporate Governance
Shareholder Information
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C O M P A N Y I N F O R M A T I O N
ACN 000 689 216
ABN 35 000 689 216
DIRECTORS
J S F Dunlop
D I Chalmers
I J Gandel
A D Lethlean
SECRETARIES
L A Colless
K E Brown
REGISTERED OFFICE
129 Edward Street
PERTH WA 6000
Tel: 61 8 9227 5677 Fax: 61 8 9227 8178
TECHNICAL OFFICE
96 Parry Street
PERTH WA 6000
Tel: 61 8 9328 9411 Fax: 61 8 9227 6011
SHARE REGISTRY
Advanced Share Registry Limited
150 Stirling Highway
NEDLANDS WA 6009
Tel: 61 8 9389 8033 Fax: 61 8 9389 7871
AUDITORS
Rothsay
Chartered Accountants
96 Parry Street
PERTH WA 6000
SECURITIES EXCHANGE LISTINGS
Australian Securities Exchange (Perth)
Ordinary fully paid shares
Code: ALK
OTCQX International
American Depositary Receipts (ADR)
Code: ANLKY
Level 1 ADR Sponsor
The Bank of New York Mellon
Depositary Receipts Division
101 Barclay Street, 22W
New York NY 10286
United States of America
INTERNET
Internet Home Page: http://www.alkane.com.au
E-mail address: mail@alkane.com.au
C H A I R M A N ’ S R E P O R T
C H A I R M A N ’ S R E P O R T
Alkane Resources achieved several significant milestones across our three major projects during 2010, with each taking us closer to our goal of becoming a
multi-commodity miner of zirconium, niobium, rare earths, gold and copper.
Highlights from these achievements included:
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a first resource estimate for McPhillamys Gold
completion of Tomingley Gold’s Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS)
higher revenue numbers and new rare earths production for the Dubbo Zirconia Project
a $21 million capital raising
listing of Alkane’s American Depositary Receipts on the over the counter market in the US, enabling a broader and global investor base.
We now have the building blocks in place to achieve revenue in 2012, moving from explorer to producer again after a gap of nine years since the Peak Hill Gold
Mine closed.
DUBBO ZIRCONIA PROJECT
Interest in Alkane’s Dubbo Zirconia Project increased significantly over 2010 following a surge in prices and demand for rare earths and equally dramatic
developments in the zirconium sector.
China, the world’s largest producer of rare earths, decided to restrict the availability of rare earths products for export, reducing its second half export quota by
72 per cent. This had an immediate effect on rare earths prices, pushing them up significantly.
Alkane benefitted from this as people came to understand the strategic significance of the Dubbo Zirconia Project as a supplier of yttrium and rare earths.
Potential sales revenues from yttrium and rare earths products now represent more than 40 per cent of projected revenues for the Dubbo Zirconia Project.
We also benefit from the distribution of heavy rare earths, such as yttrium, in the project’s ore body which are in greater quantities compared to the standard
distribution, with the DZP having 25 per cent versus 5 per cent. This is significant as heavy rare earths command higher than average returns compared to
light rare earths. It also reflects the value of work invested over the past three years in refining a flow sheet with help of our consultants at TZ Minerals and the
scientists and engineers at ANSTO.
Alkane will be the only significant heavy rare earths producer outside China for the next few years once the Dubbo Zirconia Project comes on stream, a factor
that is becoming more broadly understood by the market.
Zircon prices also rose significantly due to a major supply deficit which continued to deteriorate throughout the year and we are now seeing record high prices
for zircon.
As with rare earths, China is the dominant producer in the downstream zirconium business with its current output equal to 90 per cent of world production.
Recently, China moved to classify zirconium as a strategic metal to protect its downstream industries.
This opens up the potential for additional markets for our zirconium products and gives strong support for higher revenue numbers in the expanded
development case.
Both these market developments were reflected in our share price which moved more than 200 per cent over the 12 month period to end at $1.00 at the end of
December. Since then, the share price has strengthened further reaching a high in excess of $2.00 early in April 2011.
Progress on new rare earths production from our demonstration pilot plant in a Sydney continued with a yttrium-heavy rare earth product and a light rare earth
sample developed during the year. Currently, potential customers are reviewing and assessing the yttrium-heavy rare earth product.
Discussions with potential customers for off-take agreements continue as well as negotiations on potential investment in the project to meet capital
development costs.
At this stage, the DFS is due for completion in mid 2011, inferring production later in 2013.
The extent of the market interest confirms the Dubbo Zirconia Project as an important and strategic source for a number of metals which are in strong demand,
with the project’s value underlined by having a 200 year mine life to meet this demand.
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TOMINGLEY GOLD
After an extended period assessing further resource potential at Tomingley, which pushed out timing, we finalised the Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) in
December.
We have now moved on to assessing and reviewing a number of financing options.
The base case for Tomingley is recovery of 369,261 ounces of gold over a 7.5 year mine life, representing $510 million in revenue at an average gold price of
A$1400.
While the project has relatively narrow margins at current gold prices, we believe it has the ability to extend beyond the base case to 10 years, and possibly 12
years, and generate substantial cash flows as we work towards our overall objective of developing multiple mining operations within a tight geographic area
over the next five years.
MCPHILLAMYS GOLD
The first resource estimate of 2.96 million ounces gold for McPhillamys Gold, part of the Orange District Exploration Joint Venture (ODEJV) with Newmont
Australia, highlights the significance of this gold discovery.
The very positive result includes a high proportion, 65-70 per cent, in the Indicated category which points to higher potential recoveries and value.
The resource estimate confirms McPhillamys as the largest greenfields gold discovery in Australia since Tropicana in WA and in NSW over the past decade.
With Newmont electing to lift its interest in the ODEJV to 75% by completing a Bankable Feasibility Study on McPhillamys , it is now the driver of this project.
Further drilling could expand the resource and Newmont continues to investigate development concepts for the project.
CONTINUED EXPLORATION
We continue to pursue exploration opportunities in the Central West region of New South Wales and in January 2011, Alkane made a new gold and base metal
discovery at Cudal, near Orange.
Our commitment to exploration in this region continues and our understanding of the geology supports our conviction in making further discoveries.
BCI SHARES
We sold our remaining investment in BC Iron Ltd, contributing to the profit of $7.8 million for the year. Funds from the sale were used to progress current
projects and exploration activities. We were instrumental in the formation of BC Iron and have been a strong supporter of its rapid progress towards production.
We wish BC Iron all success in the future.
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CAPITAL RAISING & OTCQX LISTING
Following the end of the 2010 financial year, Alkane completed a $21 million placement to institutional and sophisticated investors, issuing 20 million shares
at $1.05 a share.
Funds from the placement will be used to complete the Dubbo Zirconia Project’s DFS, meet the preliminary development costs of the Tomingley Gold Project,
fund the ongoing evaluation of gold and copper exploration projects and provide working capital.
Alkane has begun trading in the US on OTCQX International, with Alkane’s American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), under the symbol “ANLKY”. Each Alkane
ADR represents 10 ordinary shares.
ADR’s create a broader global secondary market for a company’s listed securities, making it easier for investors in the US and Canada to acquire an interest in
Australian companies like Alkane.
Alkane’s shares were also included in the S&P All Ordinaries Index following a regular review of the entire S&P/ASX index suite which considers the aggregate
market capitalisation and liquidity of stocks for the preceding six months as a basis for eligibility. The S&P All Ordinaries Index represents the 500 largest
companies in the Australian equities market. S&P Indices is the world’s leading index provider and maintains a wide variety of investable and benchmark
indices to meet investor needs.
VALE IAN CORNELIUS
A sad item to record is the untimely passing in Perth of long standing director, Mr Ian (Inky) Cornelius. Inky had been Chairman of Alkane for 20 years to 2006
and remained a non-executive director. His wise counsel and commitment to exploration and the mining industry will be sadly missed, particularly as Alkane
moves closer to goals he long cherished.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
I would like to thank fellow directors, our consultants and exploration team for their continued efforts and look forward to a most rewarding year as Alkane
progresses with its major projects.
John S F Dunlop
Chairman
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DUBBO ZIRCONIA PROJECT
Zirconium-hafnium, niobium-tantalum, yttrium-rare earths – NSW
Australian Zirconia Ltd (AZL) 100%
The Dubbo Zirconia Project (DZP) is located 30 kilometres south of the large regional centre of Dubbo in the Central West Region of New South Wales. The
DZP is based upon one of the world’s largest in-ground resources of the metals zirconium, hafnium, niobium, tantalum, yttrium, and rare earth elements. Over
several years the Company has developed a flow sheet consisting of sulphuric acid leach followed by solvent extraction recovery and refining to produce
several products.
The deposit hosting the mineralisation is a sub-volcanic trachyte vertical intrusive body with dimensions of approximately 900 metres by 600 metres, which
was drilled out in 2000 – 2001 to 55 metre depth to generate a Measured Resource and to 100 metres for an additional Inferred Resource.
Identified Mineral Resources at 31 December 2010 remained at:
Toongi
Deposit
Measured
Inferred
TOTAL
Tonnage
(Mt)
35.70
37.50
73.20
ZrO2
(%)
1.96
1.96
1.96
HfO2
(%)
0.04
0.04
0.04
Nb2O5
(%)
0.46
0.46
0.46
Ta2O5
(%)
0.03
0.03
0.03
Y2O3
(%)
0.14
0.14
0.14
REO
(%)
0.75
0.75
0.75
U3O8
(%)
0.014
0.014
0.014
These Mineral Resources are based upon information compiled by Mr Terry Ransted MAusIMM (Principal, Multi Metal Consultants Pty Ltd) who is a competent person as defined in the 2004
Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves. Terry Ransted consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on his
information in the form and context in which it appears. The full details of methodology were given in the 2004 Annual Report.
TZ Minerals International Pty Ltd (TZMI) in Perth is the program and feasibility study manager; a task they have been coordinating since the inception of the
project in 1998.
The Demonstration Pilot Plant (DPP) has been operating at the laboratory facilities of ANSTO Minerals at Lucas Heights south of Sydney since May 2008 and to
date has recovered substantial sample quantities of zirconium products and niobium concentrate. Throughout the year the DPP continued to operate for short
periods to trial engineering and process innovations such as pulse columns for the solvent extraction circuit, and provide loaded solutions to trial yttrium and
rare earth recovery processes.
Separate programs to improve the quality of existing zirconium and niobium products also continued with success in minimising contaminants within the
zirconium product suite, and production of a ferro-niobium product which is a primary additive for HSLA (high strength low alloy) steels.
The previous laboratory tested process to recover yttrium and heavy rare earths (HREE = gadolinium, terbium, dysprosium and erbium) has been operating
within the DPP with about 30 kilograms of filter cake recovered to date. This filter cake is being further processed to produce a marketable YHREE product.
Laboratory scale testing for the recovery of light rare earths (LREE = lanthanum, cerium, neodymium, praseodymium and samarium) has successfully
produced a high quality rare earth oxide concentrate product containing + 99% REOs. Further laboratory scale optimisation was completed and the LREE
circuit within the DPP is planned to be operational in the second quarter of 2011.
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Zirconium Materials Pyramid
Increasing Purity
Increasing Prices
+US$150,000/t
100%
99.9%
Zirconium Metal
Chemical Zirconia
Zirconium
chemicals
Fused
Stabilised
Zirconia
98%
Zirconium Oxychloride
Fused Zirconia
+US$5,000/t
Zircon (minor baddeleyite)
+US$1,500/t
Source: TCMS
RAW MATERIALS
PROCESSED PRODUCTS
END USES
CHEMICAL
PURIFICATION
ZIRCONIA FROM
CHEMICAL PROCESSING
ZIRCONIUM
METAL
ZIRCONIA PRODUCTS
(Generally increasing purity)
Abrasives
Refactories
Ceramic Pigments
Glass/gemstones
Catalyst
Oxygen Sensors
Fuel cells
Structural Ceramics
Bioceramics
Electronics
ZIRCONIUM CHEMICALS
Water proofing
Inks
Paper products
Titanium pigment coating
Leather tanning
Paint dryers
Deodorants
ZIRCONIUM METAL
Reactor tubing
Heat exchangers
Corrosion resistant vessels
FUSED
ZIRCONIA
ZIRCONIUM
CHEMICALS &
INTERMEDIATES
ZIRCON
DUBBO
ZIRCONIA
PROJECT
Australian Zirconia LTD
(a subsidiary of Alkane Resources LTD)
Dubbo Zirconia Project
Structure of Zirconium Industry
Source: TZMI/TCMS
Market Developments
Zirconium
As shown on the accompanying
diagram, the zirconium industry is
based upon the mineral zircon which is
largely recovered from mineral sands
mining operations associated with
the recovery of the titanium minerals,
ilmenite and rutile.
Apart from the downturn caused by the
Global Financial Crisis (GFC), the zircon
industry has grown strongly over the last
five years driven by demand from China
and its urbanisation program. In late
2009, TZMI documented a developing
shortfall in zircon production (see
ASX 31 March 2010 Quarterly Report,
29 April 2010) and this shortfall was
manifest late in 2010 and early 2011
as the price rapidly escalated from
US$900/tonne to US$1,500/ tonne.
The shortfall is expected to deteriorate
over the next few years and there has
already been a dramatic flow-on effect
into downstream products with prices
increasing by as much as 100% in
some products early in 2011. As
with rare earths, China is a dominant
producer in the downstream zirconium
business and its current output equates
to about 90% of world production of
zirconium oxychloride (ZOC) and 60%
of fused zirconia (FZA). China has
limited domestic zircon supply and
the mineral is largely imported, so the
supply shortage has created serious
issues for its downstream zirconium
industry and export of those products.
This situation has had a very positive
impact on potential revenues for
zirconium products for the DZP and
has opened up several new markets for
DZP products which were not previously
considered viable.
The DZP can now supply into a broad
spectrum of end uses as demonstrated
on the left.
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Rare Earths
Throughout 2010, rare earth prices rose dramatically from a very low base at the beginning of the year to highs in some instances reflecting 400% increases
due to restrictions of supply from China, the world’s dominant producer of rare earths.
In November 2010, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce (Mofcom) gave preliminary advice that their export quotas for rare earth products for 2011 were to be
further reduced, such that the export of the primary products would be reduced by about 30% of 2010 levels. This anticipated reduction almost immediately
impacted on prices again, resulting in further significant rises.
The high prices are unlikely to be reduced until the two new anticipated large non-Chinese producers, Lynas Corporation and Molycorp come on stream through
2012 and 2013. These producers have largely light rare earth output and the DZP, while having smaller total production, has a significant heavy rare earth
component and is likely to attract a premium for that output.
Like the zirconium market, the developments in the rare earth sector have had a positive flow-on effect to the potential DZP revenue stream.
Key Drivers of Demand
Application
Rare Earths
Demand Drivers
Magnets
Nd, Pr, Sm, Tb, Dy
Drivers for computers, mobile phones, mp3 players, cameras. Hybrid vehicle electric motors.
Electric motors for luxury vehicles. Mag-lev trains.
LaNiH Batteries
La, Ce, Pr, Nd
Hybrid vehicle batteries. Hydrogen absorption alloys for re-chargeable batteries.
Phosphors
Eu, Y, Tb, La, Dy, Ce, Pr, Gd
LCDs, PDPs, LEDs. Energy efficient fluorescent lights/lamps.
Fluid Cracking Catalyst
La, Ce, Pr, Nd
Petroleum production - greater consumption by ‘heavy’ oiuls and tar stands
Polishing Powders
Ce, La, Nd
Mechano-chemical polishing powders for TVs, monitors, mirrors and (in nano-particulate
form) silicon chips.
Auto Catalysts
Ce, La, Nd
Tighter NO and SO2 standards - platinum is re-cyded, but for rare earths it is not economic
Glass Additive
Ce, La, Nd, Er
Cerium cuts down transmission of UV light. La increases glass retractive index for digital
camera lens
Fibre Optics
Er, Y, Tb, Eu
Signal amplification
Source: IMCOA
Niobium
The ferro-niobium market (for use in specialty steels) recovered strongly from the GFC and prices have stabilised while demand is growing steadily. The large
Brazilian Company, CBMM, remains the dominant producer in the niobium business and the future strength of the industry was underlined recently when a
Japanese-Korean consortium acquired a 15% interest in CBMM for US$1.95 billion.
Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS)
The DPP operation continued to confirm the process flow sheet and provide engineering data for capital and operating cost estimates, as well as generating
substantial product for market evaluation. Vendor pricing for capital costs is well advanced.
At the beginning of 2010, the base case for the development was set at 400,000 tonnes per annum ore throughput based upon the Company’s assessment
of its ability to establish a presence in the zirconium market. As a result of expanding markets for all the Project’s output, a 1 million tonne per annum ore
throughput model will also be considered as part of the DFS.
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Anticipated DZP output:
Potential Outputs
Product
400,000tpa (Base Case)
1,000,000tpa (Likely Case)
ZBS, ZOH, ZBC, ZrO2
Nb - Ta concentrate
LREE concentrate
YHREE concentrate
15,000tpa (6ktpa ZrO2)
2,000tpa (1.4ktpa Nb2O5)
1,415tpa (REOs)
425tpa (REOs)
37,000tpa (15ktpa ZrO2)
5,000tpa (3.5ktpa Nb2O5)
3,540tpa (REOs)
1,070tpa (REOs)
ZBS = zirconium basic sulphate; ZOH = zirconium hydroxide; ZBC = zirconium carbonate; ZrO2 = zirconia ;
Equivalent ~99% ZrO2 + HfO2 basis. Nb-Ta concentrate = ~70% Nb2O5; 1.0% Ta2O5 calcined basis.
LREE = Lanthanum, cerium, neodymium and praseodymium; YHREE = yttrium, gadolinium, dysprosium and terbium @ 50% rec.
All processing facilities would be located on-site at Toongi, about 30 kilometres south of Dubbo.
While actual revenues for the project are still being researched, current projections indicate potential of US$165 million per annum using conservative pricing
for the base case and US$415 million for the likely 1Mtpa case. This excludes production of separated rare earth products. The currently defined resource
would enable a 200 year open pit life for this base case development.
Discussions continued with potential customers for the DZP output and Letters of Intent or Memorandums of Understanding from future customers will be
incorporated in the current DFS. Due to the dramatic changes in demand and price for many rare earth products and the desire to fully test the yttrium and rare
earth recovery circuits in the DPP, the timing for completion of the DFS was extended to mid 2011.
Depending upon financing and Development Consent from the New South Wales state government, the DZP could be in production late in 2013.
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TOMINGLEY GOLD PROJECT (TGP)
Gold – New South Wales
Alkane Resources Ltd 100% (subject to separate royalty agreements with Compass Resources NL, Golden Cross Operations Pty Ltd and Climax Mining Ltd)
The TGP is situated in the Central West of New South Wales, and is centred on three gold deposits located 14 kilometres north of the Company’s Peak Hill Gold
Mine. Exploration drilling discovered the Wyoming One deposit in 2002 and Wyoming Three in 2003. The Caloma deposit was recognised in 2006 with initial
resource drilling completed in 2008.
Defined Resources
Mr Richard Lewis of Lewis Mineral Resource Consultants Pty Ltd (LMRC), who completed the original resource assessment for the project, compiled a revised
model for the Caloma deposit during the year.
Identified Mineral Resources as at 31 December 2010 above a cut off of 0.75g/t gold.
DEPOSIT
MEASURED
INDICATED
INFERRED
TOTAL
Top Cut
2.5x2.5x5.0m model
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Gold
(koz)
Wyoming One
Wyoming Three
Caloma
Total
2,227,000
630,000
2,047,750
2.07
1.87
2.04
882,000
58,000
440,050
2.25
1.73
1.71
3,478,000
154,000
1,371,620
1.62
1.25
1.36
6,587,000
842,000
3,859,420
1.86
1.75
1.76
4,904,750
2.03
1,380,050
2.06
5,003,620
1.54
11,288,420
1.82
393.2
47.3
218.5
658.9
These Mineral Resources are based upon information compiled by Mr Richard Lewis MAusIMM (Lewis Mineral Resource Consultants Pty Ltd) who is a competent person as defined in the 2004
Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves. Richard Lewis consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on his
information in the form and context in which it appears. The full details of methodology are given in the ASX Report dated 25 March 2009 and 2 October 2009 .
Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS)
The DFS was completed late in the year under the management of Mintrex Pty Ltd, the consulting division of Perth engineering group, Holtfreters Pty Ltd with
input from Alkane personnel and external consultants. The results of the DFS were reported to the ASX on 13 December 2010, and are summarised below.
The financial projections were developed utilizing a gold price of $1,400 per ounce in Australian Dollars on a quarterly period basis. Comparative results for
$1,400/oz (base case), $1,500/oz (anticipated) and $1,600/oz (upside) results were presented.
The Base Case analysis incorporates the current ore reserve and anticipated additional recoverable mineral resources from the open pits and underground
mining. Metallurgical recoveries were determined by extensive testing of drill samples. The project life is approximately 7.5 years and will recover 369,261
ounces.
The financial analysis is based on pit designs derived from pit shells generated at $1,540/oz and underground mine design optimized at $1,250/oz. Total
capital requirement for the project was estimated at A$95 million, including a 10% contingency.
Summary of Life of Mine Production – Base Case 7.5 years
Ore Tonnes Mined (t)
Waste Tonnes Mined (t)
Total Tonnes Mined (t)
Average Mined Grade (g/t)
Total Gold Recovered (oz)
Open Pit
Underground
Total
5,883,183
44,574,441
50,457,624
1.64
288,322
679,417
199,657
879,074
3.98
80,939
6,562,600
44,774,098
51,336,698
1.88
369,261
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Summary of Project Financials – Base Case 7.5 years
Gold Price
Revenue
Operating Cash Flow
Net Cash Flow*
IRR
NPV
Financial Summary
Base Case
A$1,400 / oz
$516.97m
$155.20m
$65.39m
14.5%
$15.08m
Anticipated
A$1,500 / oz
$553.89m
$192.13m
$102.32m
22.2%
$41.61m
Upside
A$1,600 / oz
$590.82m
$233.86m
$144.65m
33.3%
$76.73m
*Net Cash Flow = EBITDA, including State royalties but excludes Compass Resources Limited royalty
Project Financial Advisors
Noah’s Rule Pty Ltd were appointed advisors to the Company to assist in providing financing facilities for the Project and they have commenced negotiating
alternatives which will include a hedging component for the gold output revenue.
Development Timetable
Depending upon suitable financing being secured for the project, the development timetable will be contingent upon achieving project approval from the NSW
Minister for Planning. The final Environmental Assessment (EA) is scheduled to be lodged imminently and the review and consent process is expected to take
approximately six months. Total construction time is estimated at fifteen months, and first gold production anticipated late 2012.
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Peak Hill Gold Mine
Final rehabilitation involving major works in reshaping, topsoiling and seeding of the heaps to create a long-term stable landform have been completed but the
office infrastructure and exploration base will remain in place until development at Tomingley is completed.
The significant but moderately refractory sulphide gold-copper orebody below the oxide mine remains subject to ongoing review and will be re-assessed
following successful development at Tomingley. The proximity to the town of Peak Hill homes and infrastructure however, means any mine development would
be underground.
Identified Mineral Resources at Peak Hill as at 31 December 2010 remained as:
DEPOSIT
MEASURED
INDICATED
INFERRED
0.5g/t gold cut off
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Tonnage
(t)
TOTAL
Grade
(g/t)
k Ounces
Proprietary
9,440,000
1.35
1,830,000
0.98
11,270,000
1.29
467.4
DEPOSIT
MEASURED
INDICATED
INFERRED
3.0g/t gold cut off
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Tonnage
(t)
TOTAL
Grade
(g/t)
k Ounces
Proprietary
810,000
4.40
810,000
4.40
114.6
These Mineral Resources are based upon information compiled by Mr Terry Ransted MAusIMM (Principal, Multi Metal Consultants Pty Ltd) who is a competent person as defined in the 2004
Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves. Terry Ransted consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on his
information in the form and context in which it appears. The full details of methodology were given in the 2004 Annual Report.
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ORANGE DISTRICT EXPLORATION JOINT VENTURE - ODEJV
Gold, Copper – NSW
Alkane Resources Ltd 49%, Newmont Australia Limited 51%
The Orange District Exploration Joint Venture (ODEJV) includes Alkane’s Molong and Moorilda tenements located near the city of Orange in the Central
West of New South Wales, adjacent to Newcrest Mining Ltd’s Cadia Valley Operations.
Exploration by the joint venture in the last few years has focussed on the McPhillamys gold discovery which is located within the Moorilda Project, and centred
about 35 kilometres south east of Orange. The project (175km2 in area) covers the structural boundary between the Ordovician aged andesitic volcanic and
monzonitic intrusive complexes, and Silurian felsic volcanic and sedimentary sequences.
Newmont Australia Limited (NAL) earned a 51% interest in the ODEJV in August 2009. In March 2010 NAL elected to proceed to 75% by completing a
Bankable Feasibility Study (BFS) on the McPhillamys Project (ASX Announcement 2 March 2010). NAL is a subsidiary of the US based Newmont Mining
Corporation (NYSE:NEM).
McPhillamys
Several AC, RC and core drilling programs have identified a large gold mineralised system within Silurian volcanics at McPhillamys. This mineralisation
is largely hosted by a north-south striking, generally steep east-dipping, altered coarse grained felsic to intermediate volcanic, volcaniclastic and intrusive
sequence, with variable sulphide content up to 10%. Quartz veining is rare.
The deposit crops out, forming a moderate hill at around 950 metres above sea level. The mineralisation is variably oxidised with the base of oxidation varying
from about 10 metres to about 55 metres below the ground surface.
Wide spaced drilling has defined a plus 0.1g/t gold mineralised envelope (“Outer Ore Envelope”) extending over a north-south strike of at least 1000 metres
with width up to 260 metres and to depths of around 600 metres. Higher grade zones are identified within the core of this envelope.
The broad gold envelope has associated weak copper mineralisation as chalcopyrite and this increases to greater than 0.1% copper in the higher grade inner
zone where gold increases to plus 2.00g/t. Other base metal mineralisation, such as zinc and lead occasionally form discrete zones peripheral to the gold
mineralisation.
The mineralisation remains open at depth.
With NAL’s agreement, Alkane commissioned an independent review of the resource potential as defined by the existing drilling.
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Resource Estimation
The resource assessment was completed by Richard Lewis of Lewis Mineral Resource Consulting Pty Ltd (LMRC) in Sydney. For the resource assessment, an
“Inner Ore Zone” with dimensions of approximately 600 metres by 200 metres and extending down to approximately 525 metres below the ground surface, was
defined by higher density drilling and overall higher grades within the “Outer Ore Envelope”. The higher drilling density provided a greater level of confidence
in the continuity of widths and grade of the mineralisation. The resource estimate modelled mineralisation within both the zones however the majority of the
resource lies within the “Inner Ore Zone”
Several different grade estimation methods were employed to generate comparative estimations and confirm the statement validity.
Identified Mineral Resources at McPhillamys as at 31 December 2010:
DEPOSIT
INDICATED
INFERRED
TOTAL
McPhillamys
0.3g/t Au cut-off
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Grade
% Cu
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Grade
% Cu
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Grade
% Cu
k Ounces
gold
tonnes
copper
Inner Ore Zone
51,650,000
Outer Ore Envelope
9,624,000
1.10
0.44
0.07
0.04
23,504,000
7,167,000
1.19
0.43
0.07
0.03
75,154,000
16,791,000
1.13
0.43
0.07
0.03
2,723.6
55,091
234.7
5,729
Total
61,274,000
0.99
0.07
30,671,000
1.01
0.06
91,945,000
1.00
0.07
2,958.3
60,820
DEPOSIT
INDICATED
INFERRED
TOTAL
McPhillamys
0.5g/t Au cut-off
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Grade
% Cu
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Grade
% Cu
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(g/t)
Grade
% Cu
k Ounces
gold
tonnes
copper
Inner Ore Zone
41,260,000
Outer Ore Envelope
2,169,000
1.27
0.69
0.08
0.03
16,097,000
1,338,000
1.57
0.62
0.09
0.03
57,357,000
3,507,000
1.36
0.66
0.08
0.03
2,499.9
46,933
74.6
1,170
Total
43,429,000
1.24
0.08
17,435,000
1.50
0.08
60,864,000
1.32
0.08
2,574.5
48,104
These Mineral Resources are based upon information compiled by Mr Richard Lewis MAusIMM (Lewis Mineral Resource Consulting Pty Ltd) who is a competent person as defined in the 2004
Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves. Richard Lewis consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on his
information in the form and context in which it appears. The full details of methodology were given in the ASX Announcement 5 July 2010. Totals may not tally due to rounding.
Further drilling could increase the resource potential, converting parts of the low grade envelope to Identified Mineral Resources status, and extend the
mineralisation to depth.
Metallurgy
Preliminary metallurgical testing on core samples indicated standard CIL recoveries of 86 to 91%. Further work will be programmed to expand on the CIL work
and also examine the potential for gravity and flotation recovery to include the copper mineralisation.
Development Concepts
NAL previously completed a series of desk top studies to review development models which include various open pit scenarios and a possible underground
block cave mining concept. These studies will be expanded as part of the BFS program.
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WELLINGTON
Copper, Gold – NSW
Alkane Resources Ltd 100%
The Wellington Project is centred 15 kilometres to the southeast of the town of Wellington. The project hosts several targets, including the Federal gold
and Galwadgere copper-gold prospects. The Galwadgere deposit, which has been the focus of most of the recent exploration effort, is located adjacent to
favourable infrastructure, being three kilometres from the main Western Railway, near to power and water.
The Company carried out a drilling program in 2004-5 which has enabled an initial shallow resource to be calculated at Galwadgere.
Identified Mineral Resources at 31 December 2010:
DEPOSIT
0.5% Cu cut off
MEASURED
INDICATED
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(% Cu)
Grade
(g/t)
Tonnage
(t)
Grade
(% Cu)
Galwadgere
-
-
2,090,000
0.99
Grade
(g/t)
0.3
These Mineral Resources are based upon information compiled by Mr Terry Ransted MAusIMM (Principal, Multi Metal Consultants Pty Ltd) who is a competent person as defined in the 2004
Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves. Terry Ransted consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on his
information in the form and context in which it appears. The full details of methodology were given in the 2005 Annual Report
During 2010 reconnaissance geological mapping was undertaken to advance the understanding of the mineralisation in its regional setting, and drill testing of
targets was scheduled for early 2011.
EXPLORATION
The Company has several other exploration projects in Central West of New South Wales, as well as a residual 23% reducing interest in a nickel sulphide joint
venture with Xstrata Nickel at Leinster in Western Australia. Only limited work was completed at Leinster during the year.
Ground reconnaissance work was completed at Bodangora and Cudal. Drilling of several target areas at the Bowen Park One area within Cudal, identified a
gold and zinc mineralised fault zone within andesitic volcanics. The zone is best defined in CUD006 where drilling returned 17m @ 1.2 g/t Au, 2.8% Zn,
7.29g/t Ag from 96m, including. 4m @ 2.2 g/t Au, 7% Zn, 16 g/t Ag from a pyrite-sphalerite-carbonate rich zone.
Further drilling will be scheduled to evaluate this mineralisation and other target areas in Cudal and at the Comobella target area at Bodangora.
Unless otherwise stated this report is based on information compiled by Mr D I Chalmers, FAusIMM, FAIG, (director of the Company) who has sufficient experience which is relevant to the style
of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity which he is undertaking to qualify as Competent Person as defined in the 2004 Edition of the Australasian Code for
Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves. Ian Chalmers consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on his information in the form and context in
which it appears.
Disclaimer
This report contains certain forward looking statements and forecasts, including possible or assumed reserves and resources, production levels and rates, costs, prices, future performance or
potential growth of Alkane Resources Ltd, industry growth or other trend projections. Such statements are not a guarantee of future performance and involve unknown risks and uncertainties,
as well as other factors which are beyond the control of Alkane Resources Ltd. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those expressed of implied by these forward looking
statements depending on a variety of factors. Nothing in this report should be construed as either an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell securities.
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E N V I R O N M E N T A L A N D O C C U P A T I O N A L
H E A L T H A N D S A F E T Y R E V I E W
Alkane is committed in all its activities to compliance with all laws and regulations in relation to environment and occupational health and safety. The Company
strives continually to improve its standards in parallel with industry leading practice for both the Peak Hill Gold Mine decommissioning and closure, and for
ongoing exploration and mine development.
A reputation for integrity and responsible behaviour motivates Alkane’s employees and builds trust within the communities where we operate.
Risk Policy & Framework Review
Alkane undertook a review of its risk policy and framework during 2007 when Deloitte (Perth) facilitated a risk assessment workshop for Alkane Directors and
staff. An Operational Risk Management Sponsor has been appointed with the responsibility of keeping the policy and framework updated subject to formal
approval of policy amendments by the Board. The Company is committed to actively managing risks to its operations.
Occupational Health and Safety
A full time site manager maintains the Peak Hill Gold Mine during decommissioning. The facilities at the mine site provide support for exploration activities on
the Tomingley Gold Project 15 kilometres to the north of Peak Hill.
Alkane also maintains exploration offices in Dubbo and Orange to service the Group’s tenements in the Central West of New South Wales.
Newmont Exploration Pty Ltd took over management of the Orange District Exploration Joint Venture in January 2009 and consequently Alkane’s exploration
staff have shifted much of their attention to the Tomingley Gold Project, Cudal and Wellington district tenements.
Over the past twelve months, Alkane has engaged numerous specialist consultants to work on the Tomingley Gold Project Definitive Feasibility Study and
Environmental Assessment.
Alkane engaged one casual employee to work on the Dubbo Zirconia Project Demonstration Pilot Plant during 2010. This project is being conducted at ANSTO
Minerals, Lucas Heights.
There were no Lost Time Injuries (LTIs) across any of Alkane’s tenements during 2010.
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OH&S Results 2008-2010
2008
2009
2010
Man Hrs
LTIs
Minor Injuries
Man Hrs
LTIs
Minor Injuries Man Hrs
LTIs
Minor Injuries
Alkane
Contractors
Visitors
Total
14,863
10,660
0
25,523
0
1
0
1
0
0
0
0
15,168
9,603
0
24,771
0
3
0
3
0
0
0
0
14,649
6,389
0
21,038
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Environment and Community 2010
There are currently in place 19 Approvals and Licences for the mining and processing operation, access to water and for pipeline routes. There were no
breaches of environmental requirements either at the mine site or on the group’s exploration tenements in 2010.
During 2010, the Company was in compliance with all consent conditions and approvals. An Annual Environmental Management Report meeting was held on
site at Peak Hill on 14th April 2010 with a representative from Industry & Investment NSW. All of the Peak Hill Gold Mine leases were considered substantially
rehabilitated and no further joint agency meetings will be required unless a special request is made. The rehabilitated final landforms across the mine site are
becoming increasingly species rich. Several bird and mammal species, absent prior to mining (1996-2002), have re-established on the mining leases.
Operation of the Open Cut Experience (tourist mine) was transferred to Parkes Shire Council in 2007. This tourism asset continues to generate economic
activity in the local area, post mine-closure.
In 2010, Alkane signed a Community Engagement Protocol with six Peak Hill Wiradjuri organisations. This document captures community aspirations to share
in the benefits from development of the Tomingley Gold Project. Alkane is committed to sustainable community development.
The Peak Hill Gold Mine, essentially on care and maintenance, is still a minor contributor to the local economy and community. In 2010, Alkane supported the
Dubbo Support Group (Royal Flying Doctor Service), Peak Hill and Narromine Show Societies, local sporting clubs, Dubbo College Senior Campus (Astley/
Mulvey Cup), St Josephs Primary School Peak Hill (walkathon) and Tomingley Picnic Race Club.
In 2010, Alkane supported the Re-Engineering Australia Foundation - F1 in Schools Program. Alkane’s sponsorship of an Orana/Central West Hub is aimed at
developing skills pathways into trades and engineering based technology careers.
There were no complaints received by the Company in 2010.
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D I R E C T O R S ’ R E P O R T
The directors present their report on the consolidated entity consisting of Alkane Resources Ltd (ACN 000 689 216) and the entities it controlled at the end of, or
during, the year ended 31 December 2010.
DIRECTORS
The following persons were directors of Alkane Resources Ltd during the whole year and up to the date of this report:
J S F Dunlop (Chairman)
D I Chalmers
I J Gandel
A D Lethlean
I R Cornelius (deceased 14 July 2010)
PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
The principal activities of the Company during the course of the financial year were mining and exploration for gold, and other minerals and metals. There has
been no significant change in the nature of these activities during the financial year.
RESULTS
The net amount of consolidated profit of the Group for the financial year after income tax was $7,789,079 (2009 profit $2,297,604).
DIVIDENDS
No dividends have been paid by the Company during the financial year ended 31 December 2010, nor have the directors recommended that any dividends be paid.
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS
The Company continues to be actively involved in mineral exploration and development, focussing on its core projects at Tomingley and Dubbo in New South Wales.
A Definitive Feasibility Study for the development of the Tomingley gold deposits was completed in December 2010. The final Environmental Assessment is
scheduled to be lodged early in 2011 with the review and consent process expected to take approximately five months. A financial adviser has been appointed
to investigate funding alternatives for project development.
The Demonstration Pilot Plant (DPP) for the Dubbo Zirconia Project continues to confirm the process flow sheet and provide engineering data for capital and
operating cost estimates as well as generate substantial product for market evaluation. In particular, during the year work has progressed on the recovery of yttrium
heavy rare earth (YHREE) and light rare earth (LREE) products. Discussions continue with potential customers with a view to negotiation of off-take agreements
for the project’s suite of products.
Exploration and evaluation continued on the Orange District Exploration Joint Venture, managed by Newmont Australia. A resource assessment of the significant
gold discovery at McPhillamys was published by the Company in July and the project was enhanced by further drilling during the year.
Work also continues on the Company’s other exploration projects including Cudal, Wellington (including the Galwadgere copper-gold prospect), Bodangora,
Calula and Diamond Creek.
In April, the Company raised approximately $9.7m (less costs) by the sale of its remaining investment in BC Iron Ltd.
A Sponsored American Depositary Receipt (ADR) program was established late in 2010 providing a broader secondary market for the Company’s listed securities.
The ADRs are tradeable via licensed US brokers in the ordinary course of trading on OTC Markets in the United States with a ratio of 10 ordinary shares to one ADR.
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SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN STATE OF AFFAIRS
The state of affairs of the Company was not affected by any significant changes during the year.
EVENTS SUbSEqUENT TO bALANCE DATE
On 31 January 2011, wholly owned subsidiaries Tomingley Holdings Pty Ltd and Tomingley Gold Operations Pty Ltd were formed.
On 17 February 2011, 20 million shares were issued at $1.05 per share completing a placement to raise additional funds for the Company’s continuing activities.
On 24 February 2011, the Company’s sponsored ADRs commenced quotation on the US OTC market’s prestigious tier, OTCQX International.
No other matter or circumstance has arisen since 31 December 2010 that has or may significantly affect the operations of the Company, the results of the
Company, or the state of affairs of the Company in the financial year subsequent to the financial year ended 31 December 2010.
LIkELy DEVELOPmENTS
The Company intends to continue exploration on its existing tenements, to acquire further tenements for exploration of all minerals, to seek other areas of
investment in the resources industry and to develop the resources on its tenements.
ENVIRONmENTAL REGULATION
The consolidated entity is subject to significant environmental regulation in respect of its development, construction and mining activities as set out below.
mining
During the year, there were no breaches of the requirements relating to certain environmental restrictions at the Company’s mine site at Peak Hill, NSW.
Management is working with Industry and Investment NSW and Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water to ensure compliance with all licence
conditions. The Company employs a full time environmental manager.
Exploration
The Company is subject to environmental controls and licence conditions on all its mineral exploration tenements relating to any exploration activity on those
tenements. No breaches of any licence were recorded during the year.
General
The Group aspires to the highest standards of environmental management and insists its entire staff and contractors maintain that standard.
PARTICULARS OF DIRECTORS
John Stuart Ferguson Dunlop (Non-Executive Chairman)
BE (Min), MEng Sc (Min), FAusIMM (CP), FIMM, MAIME, MCIMM
Appointed director and Chairman 3 July 2006
Mr Dunlop (60) is a consultant mining engineer with about 40 years surface and underground mining experience both in Australia and overseas. He is a former
director of the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (2001 - 2006) and is currently Chairman of its affiliate, MICA the Mineral Consultants Society.
Mr Dunlop is non-executive chairman of Alliance Resources Ltd (appointed 30 November 1994) and a non-executive director of Gippsland Ltd (appointed 1
July 2005) and of Copper Strike Ltd (appointed 9 November 2009). Former public company directorships in the previous three years are: Encore Metals NL
(November 1999 to November 2006) and Drummond Gold Ltd (1 August 2008 – 15 July 2010).
Mr Dunlop is a member of the Audit Committee and Chairman of the Remuneration and Nomination Committees.
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D I R E C T O R S ’ R E P O R T ( C o n t ’ d )
David Ian (Ian) Chalmers (managing Director)
MSc, FAusIMM, FAIG, FIMMM, FSEG, MSGA, MGSA, FAICD
Appointed director 10 June 1986, appointed Managing Director 5 October 2006
Mr Chalmers (62) is a geologist and graduate of the Western Australian Institute of Technology (Curtin University) and has a Master of Science degree from the
University of Leicester in the United Kingdom. He has worked in the mining and exploration industry for over 40 years, during which time he has had experience
in all facets of exploration through feasibility and development to the production phase.
Mr Chalmers is currently a principal in Multi Metal Consultants Pty Ltd. During the last three years Mr Chalmers was also a non-executive director of AuDAX
Resources Ltd (October 1993 to February 2009) and Northern Star Resources Ltd (May 2000 to September 2008).
Mr Chalmers is a member of the Nomination Committee and was a member of the Remuneration Committee until December 2010.
Ian Jeffrey Gandel (Non-executive Director)
LLB, BEc, FCPA, FAICD
Appointed director 24 July 2006
Mr Gandel (53) is a successful Melbourne businessman with extensive experience in retail management and retail property. He has been a director of the Gandel
Retail Trust and has had an involvement in the construction and leasing of Gandel shopping centres. He has previously been involved in the Priceline retail chain
and the CEO chain of serviced offices.
Through his private investment vehicles, Mr Gandel has been an investor in the mining industry since 1994. Mr Gandel is currently a substantial holder in a
number of publicly listed Australian companies and, through his private investment vehicles, now holds and explores tenements in his own right in Victoria,
Western Australia and Queensland. Mr Gandel is also a non-executive director of Alliance Resources Ltd (appointed 15 October 2003), non-executive chairman
of Gippsland Limited (appointed 24 June 2009) and non-executive chairman of Octagonal Resources Limited (appointed 10 November 2010).
Mr Gandel is a member of the Audit, Remuneration and Nomination Committees.
Anthony Dean Lethlean (Non-executive Director)
BAppSc(geology)
Appointed director 30 May 2002
Mr Lethlean (47) is a geologist with over 10 years mining experience including 4 years underground on the Golden Mile in Kalgoorlie. In later years, Mr Lethlean
has been working as a resources analyst with various stockbrokers and is currently a director of Helmsec Global Capital Limited (Mr Lethlean is a substantial
shareholder in Helmsec Global Capital Limited). Mr Lethlean is a non-executive director of Alliance Resources Ltd (appointed 15 October 2003).
Mr Lethlean is chairman of the Audit Committee and a member of the Remuneration and Nomination Committees.
JOINT COmPANy SECRETARIES
Lindsay Arthur Colless
CA, JP (NSW), FAICD
Mr Colless (65) is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia with over 15 years experience in the profession and a further 33 years
experience in Commerce, mainly in the mineral and petroleum exploration industry in the capacities of financial controller, company secretary and director. He
is a director and/or secretary of a number of public companies.
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D I R E C T O R S ’ R E P O R T ( C o n t ’ d )
D I R E C T O R S ’ R E P O R T ( C o n t ’ d )
karen E V brown
BEc (hons)
Miss Brown (50) is a director and company secretary of Mineral Administration Services Pty Ltd. She has considerable experience in corporate administration
of listed companies over a period exceeding 20 years, primarily in the mineral exploration industry. She is company secretary of a number of publicly listed
companies including Northern Star Resources Ltd, Alkane Resources Ltd and General Mining Corporation Ltd.
NOmINATION COmmITTEE
The Nomination Committee comprises the full Board.
DIRECTORS’ mEETINGS
The following sets out the number of meetings of the Company’s directors held during the year ended 31 December 2010 and the number of meetings attended
by each director.
There were six (6) Directors’ meetings, two (2) Audit, two (2) Nomination and one (1) Remuneration Committee meetings held during the financial year.
The number of meetings attended by each director during the year (while they were a director or committee member) is as follows:
Director
Board of Directors
Audit
Nomination
Remuneration
Committee Meetings
Held
Attended
Held
Attended
Held
Attended
Held
Attended
6
6
3
6
6
6
6
1
6
6
2
n/a
n/a
2
2
2
n/a
n/a
2
2
2
2
1
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
1
1
-
1
1
1
1
-
-
1
J S F Dunlop
D I Chalmers
I R Cornelius
I J Gandel
A D Lethlean
SHARE OPTIONS
There were no unissued ordinary shares of Alkane Resources Ltd under option at the date of this report.
No person who was entitled to exercise any option has or had, by virtue of the option, a right to participate in any share issue of any other body corporate.
DIRECTORS’ INTERESTS AND bENEFITS
a)
technical services and geological consulting fees of $583,580 paid or due and payable to Multi Metal Consultants Pty Ltd, a company in which Mr
Chalmers has a substantial financial interest for services provided in the normal course of business and at normal commercial rates. During the year four
technical and support staff, including Mr Chalmers, were employed by Multi Metal Consultants to carry out work programs for the Company on an as needs
basis.
b)
consulting fees of $6,525 paid or due and payable to John S Dunlop & Associates Pty Ltd for services provided in the normal course of business and at
normal commercial rates.
These fees and disbursements exclude benefits included in the aggregate amount of emoluments received or due and receivable by Directors as directors’ fees
and shown in the financial statements, prepared in accordance with the Corporations Regulations, or the fixed salary of a full time employee.
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REmUNERATION REPORT
The remuneration report is set out under the following main headings:
A. Principles used to determine the nature and amount of remuneration
B. Details of remuneration
C. Service agreements
D. Share-based compensation
E. Additional information
The information provided in this report has been audited as required by section 308(3C) of the Corporations Act 2001.
The information provided within this remuneration report includes remuneration disclosures that are required under Accounting Standard AASB 124 ‘Related Party
Disclosures’. These disclosures have been transferred from the financial report and have been audited.
A. Principles used to determine the nature and amount of remuneration (audited)
The objective of the Company’s executive reward framework is to ensure reward for performance is competitive and appropriate for the results delivered. The
framework aligns executive reward with achievement of strategic objectives and the creation of value for shareholders, and conforms to market best practice for
delivery of reward.
The Board ensures that executive reward satisfies the following key criteria for good reward corporate governance practices:
• Competitiveness and reasonableness
• Acceptability to shareholders
• Performance linkage/alignment of executive compensation
• Transparency
• Capital management
The Company has structured an executive remuneration framework that is market competitive and complementary to the reward strategy for the organisation.
Non-executive directors
Fees and payments to non-executive directors reflect the demands which are made on, and the responsibilities of, the directors. Non-executive directors’ fees and
payments are reviewed annually by the Board. The Chairman’s fees are determined independently to the fees of non-executive directors based on comparative
roles in the external market. The Chairman is not present at any discussions relating to determination of his own remuneration.
Director’s fees
Directors’ fees are determined within an aggregate directors’ fee pool limit (currently $450,000 per annum), which is periodically recommended for approval by
shareholders. This amount is separate from any specific tasks the directors may take on for the Company. For example, Multi Metal Consultants Pty Ltd of which
Mr Chalmers is a principal provides technical services for the Company, separate from his task as an executive Director.
The Company has no performance based remuneration component built into director and executive remuneration packages.
Other than the managing director, there are no other executive officers or senior managers of the Company or Group.
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D I R E C T O R S ’ R E P O R T ( C o n t ’ d )
D I R E C T O R S ’ R E P O R T ( C o n t ’ d )
b. Details of remuneration (audited)
Consolidated
Parent entity
2010
$
2009
$
2010
$
2009
$
Total income received, or due and receivable, by directors of Alkane
Resources Ltd from the Company, and any related party in connection
with the management of the Company and any related parties.
898,605
893,168
767,377
817,333
The details of remuneration of the directors and key management personnel are set out in the following tables.
The key management personnel of Alkane Resources Ltd are the following:
• L A Colless - Company Secretary
• K E Brown - Joint Company Secretary
Key Management Personnel and other executives of the Company
Name
2010
2010
2010
Short-term benefits
Cash Salary and fees
$
Post-employment
benefits Superannuation
$
Share-based payment
$
Executive Director of Alkane Resources Ltd
D I Chalmers
654,531a
-
Non-executive Directors of Alkane Resources Ltd
J S F Dunlop
I R Cornelius
I J Gandel
A D Lethlean
91,785
29,795
60,000
62,492
244,072b
Key management personnel of Alkane Resources Ltd
L A Colless
K E Brown
81,000c
81,000c
162,000
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Total
$
654,531
91,785
29,795
60,000
62,492
244,072
81,000
81,000
162,000
a$70,950 relates to fees paid for Mr Chalmers’ services as Managing Director, the balance relates to fees paid to Multi Metal Consultants Pty Ltd, a company in
which Mr Chalmers has a substantial financial interest. During the year four technical and support staff, including Mr Chalmers, were employed by Multi Metal
Consultants to carry out work programs for the Company on an as needs basis.
b$237,547 relates to fees paid to non-executive directors, the balance relates to consulting fees paid to the directors or related entities for services provided in
the normal course of business and at normal commercial rates
cCorporate administration, accounting & company secretarial fees paid to Mineral Administration Services Pty Ltd, a company with which Mr Colless and Miss
Brown are associated.
No long term or termination benefits have been paid.
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D I R E C T O R S ’ R E P O R T ( C o n t ’ d )
Name
2009
2009
2009
Short-term benefits
Cash Salary and fees
$
Post-employment
benefits Superannuation
$
Share-based payment
$
Executive Director of Alkane Resources Ltd
D I Chalmers
672,015a
-
Non-executive Directors of Alkane Resources Ltd
J S F Dunlop
I R Cornelius
I J Gandel
A D Lethlean
71,160
50,000
50,000
49,992
221,152b
Key management personnel of Alkane Resources Ltd
L A Colless
K E Brown
63,000c
63,000c
126,000
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Total
$
672,015
71,160
50,000
50,000
49,992
221,152
63,000
63,000
126,000
aTechnical services and geological consulting fees paid to Multi Metal Consultants Pty Ltd, a company in which Mr Chalmers has a substantial financial interest,
for services provided in the normal course of business and at normal commercial rates. During the year four technical and support staff, including Mr Chalmers,
were employed by Multi Metal Consultants to carry out work programs for the Company on an as needs.
b$219,953 relates to fees paid to non-executive directors, the balance relates to consulting fees paid to the directors or related entities for services provided in
the normal course of business and at normal commercial rates
cCorporate administration, accounting & company secretarial fees paid to Mineral Administration Services Pty Ltd, a company with which Mr Colless and Miss
Brown are associated.
No long term or termination benefits have been paid.
C. Service agreements (audited)
Formal written consultancy agreements exist with companies of which the Managing Director and key management personnel have a substantial financial
interest as detailed below
D I Chalmers
Term of agreement- 2 years commencing October 2009
Agreement
Managing director retainer of $85,800 per annum payable to Leefab Pty Ltd in which Mr Chalmers has a substantial financial interest pursuant to a formal
agreement for a term of two years commencing 1 October 2009.
Geological consulting, technical and support services provided by Multi Metal Consultants Pty Ltd (and its personnel), a company in which Mr Chalmers has a
substantial financial interest, pursuant to a formal agreement for a term of two years commencing 1 October 2009.
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 0
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D I R E C T O R S ’ R E P O R T ( C o n t ’ d )
C. Service agreements (audited) (continued)
Termination
The Managing Director’s engagement may be terminated by agreement between the Company and the Managing Director upon such terms as they mutually agree.
A payout of six months fees or the remainder of the term of the contract is payable should the Company be taken over and there is no equivalent role and/or the
Managing Director elects to terminate his employment contract.
The Multi Metals Consultants Pty Ltd consultancy agreement may be terminated by six months notice from either the Company or the Consultant.
L A Colless and K E Brown
Term of agreement – on going commencing July 2006
Agreement
Consulting fees of $13,500 per month payable by the Company and its subsidiaries to Mineral Administration Services Pty Ltd, a company in which Mr Colless
and Miss Brown have substantial financial interests.
Termination
Fees of up to 12 months “Notice Amount” are payable should the consultancy agreement with Mineral Administration Services Pty Ltd be terminated by Alkane
Resources Ltd and fees of up to six months “Notice Amount” are payable should the consultancy agreement be terminated by Mineral Administration Services Pty Ltd.
Non – executive Directors
On appointment to the Board, all non-executive directors enter into a service agreement with the company in the form of a letter of appointment. The letter
summarises the Board’s policies and terms, including compensation, relevant to the office of the director.
No performance related bonuses or benefits are provided.
J S F Dunlop
Agreement
Retainer payable to John S Dunlop & Associates Pty Ltd, in which Mr Dunlop has a substantial financial interest, of $70,000 per annum plus $5,000 per annum
for membership of specified Board committees ($7,500 for chairmanship of committees) plus per diem of $1,200 per day up to 4 days per month averaged over
a 12 month rolling period for consulting services over and above normal director duties .
Termination
There is no policy in place in regard to termination benefits.
I J Gandel
Agreement
Retainer payable to Gandel Metals Pty Ltd in which Mr Gandel has a substantial financial interest of $50,000 per annum plus $5,000 per annum for membership
of specified Board committees plus per diem of $1,200 per day up to 4 days per month for consulting services over and above normal director duties.
Termination
There is no policy in place in regard to termination benefits.
A D Lethlean
Agreement
Retainer payable to Rocky Rises Pty Ltd, in which Mr Lethlean has a substantial financial interest, of $50,000 per annum plus $5,000 per annum for membership
of specified Board committees ($7,500 for chairmanship of committees) plus per diem of $1,200 per day up to 4 days per month for consulting services over
and above normal director duties.
Termination
There is no policy in place in regard to termination benefits.
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D I R E C T O R S ’ R E P O R T ( C o n t ’ d )
D. Share-based payments (audited)
Options granted during the year
No options were granted to the directors during the year.
Options granted during the year
No options were granted to the directors during the year.
Shares issued on exercise of remuneration options
Details of ordinary shares in the Company provided as a result of the exercise of remuneration options to each director of Alkane Resources Ltd and other key
management personnel of the Group are set out below.
Name
Directors of Alkane Resources Ltd
I J Gandel
J S Dunlop
I R Cornelius
A D Lethlean
A D Lethlean
J S F Dunlop
D I Chalmers
Other Key Management Personnel
L A Colless
K E Brown
Date of exercise of options
Number of ordinary shares issued on
exercise of options
2010
2009
25 September 2009
25 September 2009
29 September 2009
29 September 2009
30 September 2009
30 September 2009
30 September 2009
29 September 2009
29 September 2009
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
500,000
495,000
1,000,000
317,426
176,570
5,000
500,000
500,000
250,000
There were no amounts paid by the directors and key management personnel on the exercise of options during the year.
No amounts are unpaid on any shares issued on exercise of options.
E. Additional information – (audited)
Shares issued on the exercise of options
There were no ordinary shares of Alkane Resources Ltd issued during the year ended 31 December 2010 on the exercise of options.
No further shares have been issued since that date. No amounts are unpaid on any of the shares.
key management Personnel
Other than the Executive Director and Company Secretaries, there were no other key management personnel during the financial year.
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 0
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D I R E C T O R S ’ R E P O R T ( C o n t ’ d )
D I R E C T O R S ’ R E P O R T ( C o n t ’ d )
INSURANCE OF OFFICERS AND AUDITORS
Alkane Resources Ltd has previously entered into deeds of indemnity, access and insurance with each of the Directors. These deeds remain in effect as at the
date of this report. Under the Deeds, the Company indemnifies each Director to the maximum extent permitted by law against legal proceedings or claims made
against or incurred by the Directors in connection with being a Director of the Company, or breach by the Group of its obligations under the Deed.
During the financial year, Alkane Resources Ltd incurred premiums to insure the directors, secretaries and/or officers of the Company.
The liability insured is the indemnification of the Company against any legal liability to third parties arising out of any directors or officers duties in their capacity
as a director or officer other than indemnification not permitted by law.
No liability has arisen under this indemnity as at the date of this report.
The Company has not otherwise, during or since the financial year, indemnified or agreed to indemnify an officer or auditor of the Company or of any related body
corporate, against a liability incurred as such by an officer or auditor.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
In recognising the need for the highest standards of corporate behaviour and accountability, the directors of Alkane Resources Ltd support and have adhered to
the principles of corporate governance and have established a set of policies and manuals for the purpose of managing this governance. The Company’s detailed
corporate governance policy statement is contained in the additional Supplementary Information section of the annual report and can be viewed on the Company’s
web site at www.alkane.com.au.
AUDIT INDEPENDENCE AND NON-AUDIT SERVICES
Auditors’ Independence -Section 307C
The following is a copy of a letter received from the Company’s auditors:
“Dear Sirs,
In accordance with Section 307C of the Corporations Act 2001 (the “Act”) I hereby declare that to the best of my knowledge and belief
there have been:
i)
no contraventions of the auditor independence requirements of the Act in relation to the audit of the 31 December 2010 financial
statements; and
ii)
no contraventions of any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit.
Graham Swan (Lead auditor)
Rothsay Chartered Accountants”
Dated 18 March 2011
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D I R E C T O R S ’ R E P O R T ( C o n t ’ d )
Non-Audit Services
The Board of Directors has considered the position and, in accordance with the advice received from the Audit Committee is satisfied that the provision of non-
audit services is compatible with the general standard of independence for auditors imposed by the Corporations Act 2001. The Directors are satisfied that the
provision of non-audit services by the auditor, as set out below, did not compromise the auditor independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 for
the following reasons:
•
•
all non-audit services have been reviewed by the Audit Committee to ensure they do not impact the impartiality and objectivity of the auditor
none of the services undermine the general principles relating to auditor independence as set out in Code of Conduct APES 110 Code of Ethics for
Professional Accountants issued by the Accounting Professional & Ethical Standards Board, including acting in a management or a decision-making
capacity for the Company or acting as advocate for the Company.
Consolidated
2010
$
43,000
4,050
2009
$
39,100
8,000
The following amounts were paid to the auditors
Auditor’s remuneration
-
Non-audit services
auditing the accounts
-
taxation services
Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Directors.
D I Chalmers
Director
Dated at Perth this 18th day of March 2011
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 0
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S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e I n c o m e
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
S t a t e m e n t o f F i n a n c i a l P o s i t i o n
A s A t 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
Revenue from continuing operations
Rent received
Gains recognised from sale of investments
Gains recognised from sale of assets
Interest received or due and receivable from other corporations
Government grant
Other revenue
Expenses from continuing operations
Rent
Filing fees
Share Registry costs
Annual reports
Directors’ corporate consulting
Administration and secretarial
Consulting
Motor vehicle expenses
Employee costs
Legal fees
Public relations
Travel, entertainment & seminars
Insurances
Administration expenses
Audit fees
Auditor - other services
Share based remuneration
Depreciation
Peak Hill minesite maintenance and rehabilitation
Exploration costs
Provision for quoted shares
Provision for employee entitlements
Profit/(Loss) before income tax
Income tax attributable
Profit/(Loss) for the year
Other comprehensive income
Changes in the fair value of quoted shares
Total comprehensive income/(loss) for the year
Comprehensive income/(loss) is attributable to:
Members of Alkane Resources Ltd
Minority interests
Profit/(Loss) is attributable to:
Members of Alkane Resources Ltd
Minority interests
Consolidated
Note
25
20
2
2010
$
26,190
9,598,273
1,000
326,011
164,855
-
10,116,329
(50,282)
(39,630)
(62,009)
(17,714)
(425,882)
(163,250)
(46,350)
(32,317)
(41,272)
(9,904)
(173,243)
(80,067)
(96,916)
(40,959)
(43,000)
(4,050)
-
(48,565)
(129,947)
(760,182)
(240)
(61,471)
(2,327,250)
7,789,079
-
7,789,079
2009
$
29,783
4,093,340
-
227,063
356,340
7,601
4,714,127
(47,000)
(46,490)
(27,450)
(18,333)
(386,513)
(108,738)
-
(32,168)
13,899
(4,333)
(124,630)
(52,897)
(118,554)
2,240
(39,100)
(8,000)
(2,805)
(48,777)
(129,661)
(1,219,547)
1,860
(19,526)
(2,416,523)
2,297,604
-
2,297,604
-
7,789,079
8,695,000
10,992,604
7,789,079
10,992,659
-
(55)
7,789,079
10,992,604
17
7,789,079
-
7,789,079
2,297,659
(55)
2,297,604
Earnings per share for loss attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the Company
22
$0.03
$0.01
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.
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S t a t e m e n t o f F i n a n c i a l P o s i t i o n
A s A t 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
Current Assets
Cash and cash equivalent
Receivables
Available for sale financial assets
Other financial assets
Total Current Assets
Non-Current Assets
Property, plant & equipment
Capitalised exploration and evaluation expenditure
Other financial assets
Total Non-Current Assets
Total Assets
Current Liabilities
Payables
Provisions
Total Current Liabilities
Non-Current Liabilities
Provisions
Total Non-Current Liabilities
Total Liabilities
Net Assets
Equity
Contributed equity
Reserves
Accumulated losses
Total parent entity interest
Outside equity interests in controlled entities
Total Equity
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.
Consolidated
Note
18
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
9
10
12
12
2010
$
4,554,725
437,755
2,760
-
4,995,240
2,070,910
39,266,274
511,647
41,848,831
46,844,071
996,620
93,873
1,090,493
185,568
185,568
1,276,061
45,568,010
62,079,683
-
(16,511,673)
45,568,010
-
45,568,010
2009
$
4,831,721
220,633
5,928,000
-
10,980,354
1,084,476
31,993,916
495,821
33,574,213
44,554,567
637,667
72,171
709,838
145,798
145,798
855,636
43,698,931
62,079,683
5,920,000
(24,418,320)
43,581,363
117,568
43,698,931
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 0
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S t a t e m e n t o f C h a n g e s i n E q u i t y
S t a t e m e n t o f C a s h F l o w s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
Consolidated
Notes
Contributed equity
$’000
Reserves
$’000
Retained earnings
$’000
Minority Interest
$’000
Total equity
$’000
Attributable to members of Alkane Resources Ltd
Balance at 1 January 2009
Total comprehensive income/
(loss) for the year
Contributions of equity, net of
transaction costs
Realisation of reserve on disposal
of asset
Share options expenses
Shares issued on exercise of
options
10
12A
12A
12A
Transfer from share options reserve
12A
60,122
-
1,308
-
-
646
4
Balance at 31 December 2009
62,080
2,348
8,695
-
(4,476)
3
(646)
(4)
5,920
(26,716)
2,298
-
-
-
-
-
35,871
10,993
1,308
(4,476)
3
-
117
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(24,418)
117
43,699
Consolidated
Notes
Contributed equity
$’000
Reserves
$’000
Retained earnings
$’000
Minority Interest
$’000
Total equity
$’000
Attributable to members of Alkane Resources Ltd
Balance at 1 January 2010
62,080
5,920
(24,418)
117
Total comprehensive income/
(loss) for the year
Contributions of equity, net of
transaction costs
10
-
Realisation of reserve on disposal
of asset
12A
Transfer of minority interest on
deconsolidation of subsidiary
Share options expenses
Shares issued on exercise of
options
12A
12A
Transfer from share options reserve
12A
-
-
-
-
-
Balance at 31 December 2010
62,080
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements
-
-
(5,920)
-
-
-
-
7,789
-
-
-
-
-
117
(117)
-
-
-
(16,512)
-
-
-
-
43,699
7,789
-
(5,920)
-
-
-
45,568
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A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
S t a t e m e n t o f C a s h F l o w s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
Note
19
Cash Flows from Operating Activities
Rent received
Payments to suppliers (inclusive of goods and services tax)
Other income
Interest received
Net cash from operating activities
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
Purchase of plant, property & equipment
Proceeds from sale of plant, property & equipment
Proceeds from sale of investment securities
Payments for loans to subsidiaries
Proceeds from security deposits
Payments for security deposits
Exploration expenditure
Net cash provided for investing activities
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
Proceeds from issue of shares and options
Cost of share issues
Receipts from Commercial Ready Grant
Net cash flow from financing activities
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the financial year
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the financial year
18
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements
Consolidated
2010
$
28,809
(1,491,256)
-
263,105
(1,199,342)
(1,034,998)
1,000
9,603,273
-
-
(15,825)
(7,795,959)
757,491
-
-
164,855
164,855
(276,996)
4,831,721
4,554,725
2009
$
29,783
(589,692)
7,601
227,063
(325,245)
(118,205)
4,097,340
-
-
(26,128)
(8,784,638)
(4,831,631)
1,318,199
(9,945)
356,340
1,664,594
(3,492,282)
8,324,003
4,831,721
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 0
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N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
1.
Statement of Significant Accounting Policies
The principal accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the financial report are set out below.
These policies have been consistently applied to all the years presented, unless otherwise stated. The financial report includes separate financial statements
for Alkane Resources Ltd (“the Company”) as an individual entity and the consolidated entity consisting of Alkane Resources Ltd and its subsidiaries.
a)
Basis of preparation
This general purpose financial report has been prepared in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001, Australian Accounting Standards and
Interpretations and complies with other requirements of the law.
All amounts are presented in Australian dollars, unless otherwise noted.
Separate financial statements for Alkane Resources Limited as an individual entity are no longer presented as the consequence of a change to the
Corporations Act 2001, however, required financial information for Alkane Resources Limited as an individual entity is included in Note 16.
Compliance with IFRSs
Australian Accounting Standards include Australian equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs). Compliance with AIFRSs
ensures that the consolidated financial statements and notes of Alkane Resources Ltd comply with IFRSs.
Historical cost convention
These financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, as modified by the revaluation of available-for-sale financial
assets, and financial assets and liabilities at fair value through profit or loss. Cost is based on the fair values of the consideration given in exchange
for assets.
b) Consolidation
The consolidated financial statements incorporate the assets and liabilities of all entities controlled by Alkane Resources Ltd (“the Company”) as at
31 December 2010 and the results of all controlled entities for the year then ended. Control is achieved where the Company has the power to govern
the financial and operating policies of an entity to obtain benefits from its activities. Alkane Resources Ltd and its controlled entities are referred to
in this financial report as the Group or the consolidated entity.
The effects of all intercompany transactions, balances and unrealised gains on transactions between entities in the Group are eliminated in full.
Outside equity interests in the results and equity of controlled entities are shown separately in the consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income
and Statement of Financial Position respectively.
Where control of an entity is obtained during a financial year, its results are included in the consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income from
the date on which control commences. Where control of an entity ceases during a financial year its results are included for that part of the year
during which control exists.
c)
Income Tax
The income tax expense or revenue for the year is the tax payable on the current year’s taxable income based on the national income tax rate, adjusted
by changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities attributable to temporary differences and to unused tax losses.
Deferred income tax is provided in full, using the liability method, on temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets and liabilities
and their carrying amounts in the financial statements. Deferred income tax is determined using tax rates (and laws) that have been enacted or
substantially accepted by the Statement of Financial Position date and are expected to apply when the related deferred income tax asset is realised
or the deferred income tax liability is settled.
Deferred tax assets are recognised for deductible temporary differences and unused tax losses only if it is probable that future taxable amounts will
be available to utilise those temporary differences and losses.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets and liabilities and when the deferred
tax balances relate to the same taxation authority. Current tax assets and liabilities are offset where the entity has a legally enforceable right to offset
and intends either to settle on a net basis, or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Current and deferred tax balances attributable to amounts recognised directly in equity are also recognised directly in equity.
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N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
d) Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST except:
•
where the GST incurred on a purchase of goods and services is not recoverable from the taxation authority, in which case the GST is recognised
as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of the expense item as applicable; and
•
receivables and payables are stated with the amount of GST included.
The net amount of GST recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority is included as part of receivables or payables in the Statement of
Financial Position.
Cash flows are included in the Statement of Cash Flows on a gross basis and the GST component of cash flows arising from investing and financing
activities, which is recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority, are classified as operating cash flows.
Commitments and contingencies are disclosed net of the amount of GST recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority.
e)
Segment Reporting
The Group determines and presents operating segments based on the information that internally is provided to the Managing Director, who is the
Group’s chief operating decision maker. An operating segment is a component of the Group that engages in business activities from which it may
earn revenues and incur expenses, including revenues and expenses that relate to transactions with any of the Group’s other components. All
operating segments’ operating results are regularly reviewed by the Managing Director to make decisions about resources to be allocated to the
segment and assess its performance.
Unless stated otherwise, all amounts reported to the Board of Directors as the chief decision maker with respect to operating segments are determined
in accordance with accounting policies that are consistent to those adopted in the annual financial statements of the Group.
Intersegment loans payable and receivable are initially recognised at the consideration received net of transaction costs. If intersegment loans
receivable and payable are not on commercial terms, these are not adjusted to fair value on market interest rates.
Segment assets
Where an asset is used across multiple segments, the asset is allocated to the segment that receives the majority of economic value from the asset.
In the majority of instances, segment assets are clearly identifiable on the basis of their nature and physical location.
Segment liabilities
Liabilities are allocated to segments where there is a direct nexus between the incurrence of the liability and the operations of the segment.
Borrowings and tax liabilities are generally considered to relate to the Group as a whole and are not allocated. Segment liabilities include trade and
other payables
f)
Revenue Recognition
Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable. Amounts disclosed as revenue are net of returns, trade allowances
and amounts collected on behalf of third parties.
Interest income is recognised on a time proportionate basis that takes into account the effective yield on the financial asset.
g) Government Grants
Grants from the government are recognised at their fair value where there is a reasonable assurance that the grant will be received and the Group will
comply with all attached conditions.
Government grants relating to costs are deferred and recognised in the Statement of Comprehensive Income over the period necessary to match them
with the costs that they are intended to compensate.
Government grants that are receivable as compensation for expenses or losses already incurred or for the purpose of giving immediate financial
support to the Group with no future related costs are recognised as income of the period in which it becomes receivable.
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F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
1.
Statement of Accounting Policies (Continued)
h)
Royalties and other mining imposts
Ad valorem royalties and other mining imposts are accrued and charged against earnings when the liability from production or sale of the mineral
crystallises. Profit based royalties are accrued on a basis which matches the annual royalty expense with the profits on which the royalties are
assessed (after allowing for permanent differences).
i)
Cash and cash equivalents
For cash flow statement presentation purposes, cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand and deposits held at call with financial institutions,
other short-term, highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and
which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value.
j)
Trade and Other Receivables
Trade and other receivables are recognised initially at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost, less provision for doubtful debts.
Trade receivables are due for settlement no more than 30 days from the date of recognition. Collectibility of trade receivables is reviewed on an
ongoing basis. Debts which are known to be uncollectible are written off. A provision for doubtful debts is established when there is objective
evidence that the Company will not be able to collect all amounts due according to the original terms of receivables. The amount of the provision is
recognised in the Statement of Comprehensive Income.
k)
Fair Value Estimation
The fair value of financial assets and financial liabilities must be estimated for recognition and measurement or for disclosure purposes.
The carrying value, less impairment provision, of trade receivables and payables are assumed to approximate their fair values due to their short term
nature.
l)
Plant and Equipment
Plant and equipment is stated at historical cost less depreciation. Depreciation is calculated on a straight line basis to write off the net cost of each
asset during their expected useful life as follows:
-
-
-
-
-
-
Buildings
Leasehold improvements
Furniture
Equipment
Motor vehicles
Computer software
10 years
10 years
4 years
3.3 years
5 years
2.5 years
m)
Investments and Other Financial Assets
The Group classifies its investments in the following categories: loan and receivables, held-to-maturity investments, and available-for-sale financial
assets. The classification depends on the nature and purpose of the financial asset and is determined at the time of initial recognition. This
designation is re-evaluated at each reporting date.
n)
Impairment of assets
Assets are reviewed for impairment at each reporting date or whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not
be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the asset’s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable
amount is the higher of an asset’s fair value less costs to sell and value in use. For the purposes of assessing impairment, assets are grouped at the
lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash inflows which are largely independent of the cash inflows from other assets or groups of
assets (cash- generating units)
Non financial assets, other than goodwill, that sufferred an impairment are reviewed for possible reversal of the impairment at each reporting date.
Goodwill and intangible assets that have an indefinite useful life are not subject to amortisation and are tested annually for impairment or more frequently
if events or changes in circumstances indicate that they might be impaired.
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F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
o)
Trade Payables
These amounts represent liabilities for goods and services provided to the Company prior to the end of the financial year which are unpaid. These
amounts are unsecured and are usually paid within 30 days of recognition.
p)
Provisions
Provisions are recognised when the Company has a present obligation and it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the
obligation and the amount has been reliably estimated.
q)
Leases
Leases of property, plant and equipment where the Company has substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership are classified as finance leases.
Finance leases are capitalised. The Company has no finance leases.
r)
Joint ventures
The consolidated entity’s proportionate interests in the assets, liabilities and expenses of a joint venture have been incorporated in the financial
statements under the appropriate headings. Where part of a joint venture interest is farmed out in consideration of the farminee undertaking to incur
further expenditure on behalf of both the farminee and the Group in the joint venture area of interest, exploration expenditure incurred and carried
forward prior to farm out continues to be carried forward without adjustment, unless the terms of the farm out indicate that the value of the exploration
expenditure carried forward is excessive based on the diluted interest retained or it is not thought appropriate to do so. A provision is made to reduce
exploration expenditure carried forward to its recoverable or appropriate amount. Any cash received in consideration for farming out part of a joint
venture interest is treated as a reduction in the carrying value of the related mineral property.
s)
Exploration expenditure
Expenditure on acquisition, exploration and evaluation relating to an area of interest is carried forward where rights to tenure of the area of interest
are current and:
i)
ii)
the area has proven commercially recoverable reserves; or
exploration and evaluation activities are continuing in an area of interest but have not yet reached a stage which permits a reasonable
assessment of the existence or otherwise of economically recoverable reserves.
At the end of each financial year the Directors assess the carrying value of the exploration expenditure carried forward in respect of each area of
interest and where the carried forward carrying value is considered to be in excess of (i) above, the value of the area of interest is written down.
Capitalised exploration expenditure is considered for impairment based upon areas of interest on an annual basis, depending on the existence of
impairment indicators including:
•
•
•
•
the period for which the Company has the right to explore in the specific area has expired during the period or will expire in the near future,
and is not expected to be renewed;
substantive expenditure on further exploration for and evaluation of mineral resources in the specific area is neither budgeted or planned;
exploration for and evaluation of mineral resources in the specific area have not led to the discovery of commercially viable quantities of
mineral resources and the Company has decided to discontinue such activities in the specific area; and
sufficient data exists to indicate that, although a development in the specific area is likely to proceed, the carrying amount of the exploration
and evaluation asset is unlikely to be recovered in full from successful development or by sale.
Costs carried forward in respect of an area of interest that is abandoned are written off in the year in which the decision to abandon is made.
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F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
1.
Statement of Accounting Policies (Continued)
t)
Restoration, rehabilitation and environment expenditure
Restoration, rehabilitation and environmental costs necessitated by exploration and evaluation activities are accrued at the time of those activities and
treated as exploration and evaluation expenditure.
Restoration, rehabilitation and environmental expenditure necessitated by the development and production activities are accrued on an ongoing basis
over the production life of the mining activity and treated as costs of production.
Restoration, rehabilitation and environmental obligations recognised include the costs of reclamation, plant and waste site closure, current and
subsequent monitoring of the environment.
u)
Employee benefits
Wages and salaries, annual leave and sick leave
Liabilities for wages and salaries, including non-monetary benefits, annual leave and accumulating sick leave expected to be settled within 12 months
of the reporting date are recognised in creditors and borrowings in respect of employees’ services up to the reporting date and are measured at
the amounts expected to be paid when the liabilities are settled. Liabilities for non-accumulating sick leave are recognised when the leave is taken
and measured at the rates paid or payable.
Long service leave
The liability for long service leave expected to be settled within 12 months of the reporting date is recognised in the provision for employee benefits
and is measured in accordance with wages and salaries above. The liability for long service leave expected to be settled more than 12 months from
the reporting date is recognised in the provision for employee benefits only where there is a reasonable expectation that a liability will be incurred.
Superannuation
The amounts charged to the statement of financial performance for superannuation represents the contributions to superannuation funds in accordance
with the statutory superannuation contributions requirements or an employee salary sacrifice arrangement. No liability exists for any further
contributions by the Company in respect to any superannuation scheme.
Redundancy
The liability for redundancy is provided in accordance with work place agreements.
v)
Contributed Equity
Ordinary shares are classified as equity.
Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or options are shown in equity as a deduction, net of tax, from the proceeds.
w)
Earnings per share
Basic earnings per share is determined by dividing the operating profit after income tax attributable to members of Alkane Resources Ltd by the
weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the year.
x)
Share based payments
Where shares or options are issued to employees, including directors, as remuneration for services, the difference between fair value of the shares
or options issued and the consideration received, if any, from the employee is expensed. The fair value of the shares or options issued is recorded in
contributed equity.
y)
Comparative figures
Where necessary, comparative figures have been restated to conform with changes in presentation for the current year.
z)
New accounting standards and interpretations
The Group has adopted the following new and amended Australian Accounting Standards and interpretations as of 1 January 2010:
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F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
Affected Standard
Nature of Change to Accounting Policy
Changes in ownership interests by the Group, while maintaining control, are now recognised
as an equity transaction. When the Group losses control of a subsidiary, any interest retained in
the former subsidiary will be measured at fair value with the gain or loss recognised in profit or
loss. The amendments are not expected to have a significant impact on the financial statements
for the year ending 30 December 2010.
Incorporates the following changes:
- The definition of a business has been broadened, which is likely to result in more
acquisitions being treated as business combinations
- Contingent consideration will be measured at fair value, with subsequent changes
therein recognised in profit or loss
- Transaction costs, other than share and debt issue costs, will be expensed as incurred
- Any pre-existing interest in an acquire will be measured at fair value with gain or loss
recognised in profit or loss; and
- Any non-controlling (minority) interest will be measured at either fair value, or at
its proportionate interest in the identifiable assets and liabilities of the acquire, on a
transaction-by-transaction basis.
AASB 3 will be applied prospectively and therefore there will be no impact on prior periods.
This standard is updated to provide a mandatory requirement to comply with Interpretations in
the Australian context.
The amendments are not expected to have a significant impact on the financial statements for
the year ending 30 December 2010.
Affects various AASBs resulting in minor changes for presentation, disclosure, recognition and
measurement purposes. The amendments are not expected to have a significant impact on the
financial statements for the year ending 30 December 2010.
Application *
1 July 2009
1 July 2009
1 July 2009
1 July 2009
Clarifies the hedge accounting provisions of AASB 139 Financial Instruments: Recognition and
Measurement to address:
1 July 2009
-
Inflation in a financial hedged item (inflation may only be hedged if changes in
inflation are a contractually specified portion of cash flows of a recognised financial
instrument
- A one-sided risk in a hedged item – the amendments make clear that the intrinsic
value, not the time value, of an option reflects a one-sided risk and, therefore, an
option designated in its entirety cannot be perfectly effective.
Affects various AASBs resulting in minor changes for presentation, disclosure, recognition and
measurement purposes. The amendments are not expected to have a significant impact on the
financial statements for the year ending 30 December 2010.
1 July 2009
Affects various AASBs resulting in minor changes for presentation, disclosure, recognition and
measurement purposes. The amendments are not expected to have a significant impact on the
financial statements for the year ending 30 December 2010.
1 January 2010
Revised AASB 127 :
Consolidated and Separate
Financial Statements
AASB 3 : Business
Combinations
AASB 1048 Interpretation of
Standards
AASB 2008-6 Amendments
to Australian Accounting
Standards arising from the Annual
Improvements Project
AASB 2008-8 Amendments to
Australian Accounting Standards
– Eligible Hedged Items
AASB 2009-4 Amendments to
Australian Accounting Standards
arising from the Annual
Improvements Process
AASB 2009-5 Further
Amendments to Australian
Accounting Standards arising
from the Annual Improvements
Project
AASB 2009-8 Amendment to
Australian Accounting Standards
– Group Cash Settled Share-
based Payments
Amends AASB 2 Share Based Payments to clarify the accounting for group cash-settled share-
based payment transactions. An entity receiving goods or services in a share-based payment
arrangement must account for those goods or services no matter which entity in the group
settles the transaction, and no matter whether the transaction is settled in shares or cash.
* Applicable to reporting periods commencing on or after the given date
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F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
1.
Statement of Accounting Policies (Continued)
The following Applicable Australian Accounting Standards have been issued or amended but are not yet effective and have not been adopted by the Group
for the annual reporting period ended 31 December 2010. The Group has not been able to fully assess the impact of these revised standards:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
AASB 124 Related Party Disclosures
AASB 9 Financial Instruments
AASB 7 Financial Instruments: Disclosures
AASB 1053 Application of Tiers of Australian Accounting Standards and AASB 2010-02 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards
arising from Reduced Disclosure Requirements.
AASB 2009-10 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Classification of Rights Issues
AASB 2009-14 Amendment to Australian Accounting Interpretation – Prepayments of a Minimum Funding Requirement
AASB 2010-3 Amendment to Australian Accounting Standards arising from the Annual Improvements Project
AASB 2010-4 Further amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from the Annual Improvements
AASB 2010-5 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards
AASB 2010-6 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Disclosures on Transfers of Financial Assets
aa) Critical accounting estimates & judgements
In preparing this Financial Report the Company has been required to make certain estimates and assumptions concerning future occurrences. There
is an inherent risk that the resulting accounting estimates will not equate exactly with actual events and results.
i)
Significant accounting judgements
In the process of applying the Group’s accounting policies, management has made the following judgements, apart from those involving estimations,
which have the most significant effect on the amounts recognised in the financial statements:
Capitalisation of exploration and evaluation expenditure
The Group has capitalised significant exploration and evaluation expenditure on the basis either that this is expected to be recouped through future
successful development (or alternatively sale) of the Areas of Interest concerned or on the basis that it is not yet possible to assess whether it will
be recouped.
ii)
Significant accounting estimates and assumptions
The carrying amounts of certain assets and liabilities are often determined based on estimates and assumptions of future events. The key estimates
and assumptions that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of certain assets and liabilities within the next
annual reporting period are:
Impairment of capitalised exploration and evaluation expenditure
The future recoverability of capitalised exploration and evaluation expenditure is dependent on an number of factors, including whether the Company
decides to exploit the related lease itself, or, if not, whether it successfully recovers the related exploration and evaluation asset through sale.
Factors that could impact the future recoverability include the level of reserves and resources, future technological changes, costs of drilling and
production, production rates, future legal changes (including changes to environmental restoration obligations) and changes to commodity prices.
As at 31 December 2010, the carrying value of exploration expenditure of the group is $39,266,274.
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N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
2.
Income Tax Expense
a)
Income tax expense
Current tax
Deferred tax
b) Numerical reconciliation of income tax expense to prima facie tax payable
Loss from continuing operations before income tax expense
Prima facie tax payable at 30 %
Add: tax effect of amounts which are not deductible (taxable) in calculating taxable income
Share based payments
Adjustments in respect of deferred income tax of previous years
Tax losses not brought to account as a deferred tax
Consolidated
2010
$
-
-
7,789,089
2,336,727
-
9,304,728
(11,641,455)
-
2009
$
-
-
2,297,604
689,281
842
7,085,130
(7,775,253)
-
c)
Tax losses
Unused tax losses for which no deferred tax asset has been recognised
Potential tax benefit at 30%
13,386,431
13,559,960
d) Unrecognised temporary differences
Deferred tax liabilities – capitalised exploration
Deferred tax assets – accrued expenses
Deferred tax assets – provisions
Deferred tax assets – revenue tax losses
Total deferred tax asset not recognised
Net deferred tax asset
(11,551,828)
-
83,832
13,386,500
13,470,332
1,918,504
(9,232,311)
-
65,391
13,559,960
13,625,351
4,393,040
Deferred tax assets and liabilities have been offset as they relate to income taxes levied by the same taxation authority and there is a legally
recognised right to set off.
3.
Trade and other Receivables (Current)
Debtors including GST refunds
4.
Available for sale financial assets (Current)
Quoted Shares - fair value less than cost
Opening balance at 1 January
Net gain (loss) from fair value adjustment
Closing balance at 31 December
Quoted Shares - fair value greater than cost
Opening balance at 1 January
Net gain (loss) from fair value adjustment
Disposals during the year
Closing balance at 31 December
Closing balance at 31 December
437,755
220,633
3,000
(240)
2,760
1,140
1,860
3,000
5,925,000
-
(5,925,000)
-
1,710,000
8,695,000
(4,480,000)
5,925,000
2,760
5,928,000
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A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 0
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N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
5.
Property, Plant And Equipment
Property, plant & equipment - at cost
Less: Accumulated depreciation
Reconciliation of carrying amount
Opening balance at 1 January
Plant & equipment acquired during year
Depreciation during year
Closing balance at 31 December
6.
Exploration and Development Expenditure
(Non-Current)
Consolidated
2010
$
2009
$
2,391,844
(320,934)
2,070,910
1,084,476
1,034,999
(48,565)
2,070,910
1,356,845
(272,369)
1,084,476
1,015,048
118,205
(48,777)
1,084,476
Accumulated contributions to other ongoing exploration projects at fair value
Opening balance at 1 January
Expenditure during the period
Net gain (loss) from fair value adjustment
Closing balance at 31 December
31,993,916
8,032,540
(760,182)
39,266,274
25,035,091
8,178,372
(1,219,547)
31,993,916
The recovery of the costs of exploration and evaluation expenditure carried forward is dependent on the successful development and commercial
exploitation of each area of interest, or otherwise by the sale at an amount not less than the carrying value.
There may exist, on the Group’s exploration properties, areas subject to claim under native title or containing sacred sites or sites of significance
to Aboriginal people. As a result, exploration properties or areas within tenements may be subject to exploration or mining restrictions.
7.
Other financial assets (Non-Current)
Interest bearing security deposits (not available for use)
8.
Trade and other Payables (Current Liabilities)
Trade creditors
9.
Provisions (Current Liabilities)
Provision for annual leave
Provisions (Non-current Liabilities)
Provision for redundancy/long service leave
511,647
511,647
495,821
495,821
996,620
996,620
637,667
637,667
93,873
72,171
185,568
145,798
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N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
2010
2009
Number
$
Number
$
Parent entity
10. Contributed Equity
Share Capital
Ordinary shares – Fully paid
249,028,158
62,079,683
249,028,158
62,079,683
Movements in ordinary share capital
Opening balance at 1 January
Exercise of options
Share option reserve transferred
Closing balance at 31 December
Less: Costs of Issues
As per Statement of Financial Position
249,028,158
-
-
249,028,158
-
249,028,158
63,215,372
-
-
63,215,372
(1,135,689)
62,079,683
244,634,162
4,393,996
-
249,028,158
-
249,028,158
61,247,362
1,318,199
649,811
63,215,372
(1,135,689)
62,079,683
Terms and conditions of ordinary shares:
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 of the Company, ordinary shareholders rank after creditors, and are fully entitled to any proceeds of liquidations.
11. Options on Issue
Exercisable at 30 cents each vesting 19 Apr 2008 expiring 30 Sep 2009
Movements in these options:
Balance at beginning of year
Issued during year
Exercised during the year
Expired during the year
Balance 31 December
Exercisable at 30 cents each vesting 31 Aug 2009 expiring 30 Sep 2009
Movements in these options:
Balance at beginning of year
Issued during year
Expired during the year
Balance 31 December
Parent entity
2010
Number
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
2009
Number
-
4,400,000
-
(4,393,996)
(6,004)
-
-
-
50,000
(50,000)
-
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 0
4 1
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
12. Reserves and Accumulated Losses
(A) RESERVES
Share-based payments reserve
Movement:
Balance 1 January
Employee Option expense
Issue of shares to employees
Expired options
Balance 31 December
Share Investment Revaluation Reserve
Movement:
Balance 1 January
Revaluation
Realised on disposal of shares
Balance 31 December
(B) ACCUMULATED LOSSES
Balance 1 January
Loss for the year after related income tax expense
Minority interest transferred on deconsolidation
Balance 31 December
(C) NATURE AND PURPOSE OF RESERVES
Consolidated
2010
$
2009
$
-
647,006
2,805
(646,141)
(3,670)
-
5,920,000
1,701,000
8,695,000
(4,476,000)
5,920,000
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
5,920,000
-
(5,920,000)
-
(24,418,320)
7,789,079
117,568
(16,511,673)
(26,715,979)
2,297,659
-
(24,418,320)
The share based payments reserve is used to recognise the fair value of options issued to employees but not exercised and equity-settled benefits issued
in settlement of share issue costs and part consideration, in lieu of cash payment, for acquisition of mineral interests.
The available-for-sale investments revaluation reserve is used to recognise the fair value of available-for-sale financial assets.
13. Key Management Personnel Disclosure
A) Directors
The names of Directors who have held office during the financial year are:
Alkane Resources Ltd
John S F Dunlop, D Ian Chalmers, Ian J Gandel, Anthony D Lethlean and Ian R Cornelius (to 14 July 2010)
Subsidiaries
LFB Resources NL, Kiwi Australian Resources Pty Ltd, , Australian Zirconia Ltd
D Ian Chalmers, Lindsay A Colless, Ian J Gandel (appointed 21 July 2010) and Ian R Cornelius (to 14 July 2010)
Australasian Geo-Data Pty Ltd (subsidiary to November 2010)
D Ian Chalmers, Lindsay A Colless, and Ian R Cornelius (to 14 July 2010)
Skyray Properties Ltd (BVI)
G Menzies
Executives during year
D Ian Chalmers (Managing Director)
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13. Key Management Personnel Disclosure (continued)
B) Other key management personnel
The following persons also had authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities of the Group, directly or indirectly
during the financial year:
L A Colless – Company Secretary
K E Brown – Joint Company Secretary
C) Transactions with Key Management Personnel
a)
b)
c)
technical services and geological consulting fees of $583,581 paid or due and payable to Multi Metal Consultants Pty Ltd, a company in
which Mr Chalmers has a substantial financial interest for services provided in the normal course of business and at normal commercial rates.
During the year four technical and support staff, including Mr Chalmers, were employed by Multi Metal Consultants to carry out work programs
for the Company on an as needs basis.
consulting fees of $6,525 paid or due and payable to John S Dunlop & Associates Pty Ltd for services provided in the normal course of
business and at normal commercial rates.
administration, accounting and company secretarial fees of $162,000 paid or due and payable to a company in which Mr Colless and Miss
Brown have substantial financial interests for services provided in the normal course of business and at normal commercial rates.
These fees and disbursements exclude benefits included in the aggregate amount of emoluments received or due and receivable by Directors as
directors’ fees and shown in the financial statements, prepared in accordance with the Corporations Regulations, or the fixed salary of a full time
employee.
D) Outstanding Balances
The following balances are outstanding at the reporting date in relation to transactions with related parties:
Current payables
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
A D Lethlean
I J Gandel
J S Dunlop
D I Chalmers
L A Colless & K E Brown
$5,208
$5,417
$7,705
$74,057
$18,830
E)
Equity instrument disclosures relating to key management personnel
The interests of Directors and key management personnel and their respective related entities in shares and share options at the end of the financial
period are as follows:
Name
Shares held directly
A D Lethlean
D I Chalmers
I J Gandel
J S Dunlop
L A Colless
K E Brown
L A Colless & K E Brown
in joint interests
-
4,536
-
-
24,405
58,324
-
Shares held indirectly
393,996
1,967,148
70,911,964
760,000
500,000(a)
300,000(a)
Options held directly
-
-
-
-
-
-
Options held indirectly
-
-
-
-
-
-
284,849(b)
-
-
(a)
(b)
Held by MAS Superfund and other related parties for the benefit of the respective key management personnel
Held in the name of Mineral Administration Services Pty Ltd, a company in which Mr. Colless and Miss Brown are directors and shareholders.
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 0
4 3
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
13. Key Management Personnel Disclosure (Continued)
E)
Equity instrument disclosures relating to key management personnel (continued)
Name
(1) Shares
Directors
A D Lethlean
D I Chalmers
I J Gandel
J S Dunlop
Key Management Personnel
L A Colless
K E Brown
L A Colless & K E Brown
in joint interests
Total shares
(2) Options
Directors
A D Lethlean
D I Chalmers
I J Gandel
J S Dunlop
Key Management Personnel
L A Colless
K E Brown
Total Options
2009
Name
(1) Shares
Directors
I R Cornelius
A D Lethlean
D I Chalmers
I J Gandel
J S Dunlop
Key Management Personnel
L A Colless
K E Brown
L A Colless & K E Brown in joint interests
Balance at the start
of the financial period
Changes
during the year
Issued during the year
Balance at the end
on exercise of options of the financial period
393,996
1,971,684
70,911,964
790,000
626,405
358,324
284,849
75,337,222
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(30,000)
(102,000)
-
-
(132,000)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
393,996
1,971,684
70,911,964
760,000
524,405
358,324
284,849
75,205,222
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Balance at the start
of the financial period
Changes
during the year
Issued during the year
Balance at the end
on exercise of options of the financial period
2,693,059
212,000
1,471,684
70,411,964
500,000
526,405
308,324
284,849
-
(312,000)
-
-
(210,000)
(400,000)
(200,000)
-
500,000
493,996
500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
250,000
-
3,243,996
3,193,059
393,996
1,971,684
70,911,964
790,000
626,405
358,324
284,849
78,530,281
Total shares
76,408,285
(1,122,000)
4 4
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
13. Key Management Personnel Disclosure (continued)
E)
Equity instrument disclosures relating to key management personnel (continued)
2009
Name
(2) Options
Directors
I R Cornelius
A D Lethlean
D I Chalmers
I J Gandel
J S Dunlop
Key Management Personnel
L A Colless
K E Brown
Total Options
* Expired during the year
F) Key management personnel compensation
Short term employee benefits
Post-employment benefits
Long-term benefits
Termination benefits
Share-based payments
Balance at the start
of the financial period
Changes
during the year
Issued during the year
on exercise of options
Balance at the end
of the financial period
500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
250,000
3,250,000
(500,000)
(500,000)
(500,000)
(500,000)
(500,000)
(500,000)
(250,000)
(3,250,000)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
2010
$
898,605
-
-
-
-
898,605
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
2009
$
893,168
-
-
-
-
893,168
The Company has taken advantage of the relief provided by Corporations Regulation 2M.6.04 and has transferred the detailed remuneration
disclosures to the Directors’ Report. The relevant information can be found in sections A-C of the remuneration report within the Directors’ Report.
G) Related party transactions
Other than, the transactions disclosed above there are no other transactions between related parties that require disclosure.
14. Segmental Information
The Group operates predominately in one geographical location. The operations of the Group consist of mining and exploration for gold and other
minerals within Australia. Management have determined the operating segment based on the reports reviewed by the managing director.
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 0
4 5
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
Related party
Directors
J S F Dunlop
Terms and conditions
Normal commercial
D I Chalmers
Normal commercial
I R Cornelius
Normal commercial
I J Gandel
Normal commercial
A D Lethlean
Normal commercial
Current assets
Non-current assets
Total assets
Current liabilities
Non-current liabilities
Total liabilities
15. Related Party Transactions
Directors (current)
Type of transaction
Management consulting
Director’s retainer
Geological consulting,
including geological and
technical support staff
Director’s retainer
Management consulting
Director’s retainer
Director’s consulting
Director’s retainer
Consulting
Directors’ retainer
16. Parent Entity Disclosures
Financial Position
Assets
Liabilities
Equity and Reserves
Issued capital
Accumulated profits / (losses)
Share valuation reserve
Total equity
Financial Performance
Profit / (loss) for the year
Other comprehensive income
Total comprehensive income
Guarantees entered into by the Parent Entity
Contingent liabilities of the Parent Entity
Commitments for the acquisition of Property, Plant and Equipment by the Parent Entity
4 6
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
Consolidated
2010
$
2009
$
6,525
85,260
583,581
70,950
-
33,962
-
60,000
-
62,492
1,200
69,960
606,014
66,000
-
50,000
-
50,000
-
49,992
Parent Entity
2010
$
2009
$
4,973,776
41,762,584
46,736,360
10,931,437
33,194,981
44,126,418
1,000,782
185,568
1,186,350
281,689
145,798
427,487
62,079,683
(16,529,673)
-
45,550,010
62,079,683
(24,300,752)
5,920,000
43,698,931
7,771, 079
-
7,771,079
2,297,604
8,695,000
10,992,604
-
-
-
-
-
-
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
17. Controlled Entities
Name
Inc
Class
Book value
Equity
2010
$
2009
$
2010
%
2009
%
Contribution to Group
2009
$
2010
$
Australian Zirconia Ltd
Skyray Properties Ltd
Kiwi Australian Resources Pty Ltd
LFB Resources NL
Australasian Geo-Data Pty Ltd
WA
BVI
NSW
NSW
Qld
Ord
Ord
Ord
Ord
Ord
1
1
2,300,000
2,300,000
-
-
3,558,700
3,558,700
-
6,864
5,858,701
5,865,565
100
100
100
100
0
100
100
100
100
74
(65,438)
(728,089)
(6,174)
(212)
(8,847)
(212)
(22,287)
(19,218)
(181)
(157)
Contribution to Group Profit (Loss)
after minorities
Parent –Alkane Resources Ltd
Profit (loss) for year – group
Loans to (from) subsidiaries
Provision for loss
Parent net investment in subsidiaries
20,801,218
(9,139,178)
17,520,741
16,099,787
(9,038,666)
12,926,686
18. Reconciliation of Cash
Cash as at the end of the financial year as shown in the Cash Flow Statement is reconciled to the related items in the
Statement of Financial Position as follows:
Cash at bank
Call deposits
Cash at bank bears a weighted average interest rate of 3.29% (2009: 3.75%)
19. Reconciliation Of Net Cash Outflow From Operating Activities
To Operating Loss After Income Tax
Depreciation and amortisation
Movements in Provisions
Operating Profit (Loss)
Non-cash fair value adjustments
•
•
Share based payments
Grant received
Exploration
Gains recognised from sale of investments
Gains recognised from sale of assets
Changes in net current assets and liabilities
•
•
Net cash provided for operating activities
The Company has no credit standby or financing facilities in place other than disclosed in the statement of financial position.
Decrease (increase) in Trade and other receivables
Decrease (increase) in Trade and other payables
(94,292)
(756,523)
7,883,371
3,054,182
7,789,079
2,297,659
Consolidated
2010
$
2009
$
4,291,080
4,579,130
263,645
252,591
4,554,725
4,831,721
7,789,079
2,297,604
48,565
61,711
-
(164,855)
523,601
(9,598,273)
(1,000)
771,188
17,666
2,805
(356,340)
1,103,402
(4.093,340)
(217,122)
358,952
(1,199,342)
535,756
(603,986)
(325,245)
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 0
4 7
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
20. Share-Based Payments
Set out below is a summary of the options granted during the financial period:
Consolidated and parent entity 2010
Grant Date
Expiry date
Director options
Company Secretary options
Employee/Consultants options
Exercise
price
Balance
at the
start of
the year
Granted
during the
financial
period
Exercised
during the
financial
period
Expired
during the
financial
period
Balance at
end of the
financial
period
(Number)
(Number)
(Number)
Vested and
exercisable
at end of
financial
period
(Number)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Weighted average exercise price
$0.0
$0.0
$0.0
$0.0
$0.0
$0.0
Consolidated and parent entity 2009
Grant Date
Expiry date
Exercise
price
Balance
at the
start of
the year
Granted
during the
financial
period
Exercised
during the
financial
period
Expired
during the
financial
period
(Number)
(Number)
Director options
19 April 2009
30 Sep 2010
$0.30
2,500,000
Company Secretary options
19 April 2009
30 Sep 2010
$0.30
750,000
Employee/Consultants options
-
-
(2,493,996)
(6,004)
(750,000)
-
Balance at
end of the
financial
period
(Number)
Vested and
exercisable
at end of
financial
period
(Number)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(1,350,000)
(50,000)
(50,000)
$0.30
$0.30
$0.30
$0.30
19 April 2009
31 Aug 2010
30 Sep 2010
30 Sep 2010
$0.30
$0.30
Weighted average exercise price
1,150,000
-
$0.30
-
50,000
$0.30
Options granted carry no dividend or voting rights.
When exercisable, each option is convertible into one ordinary share.
(A) Director option expense
No options were issued to the Directors during the financial year.
(B) Employee option expense
Employee share options have been granted to provide long-term incentive for senior employees to deliver long-term shareholder returns. Participation
in employee share options is at the Board’s discretion and no individual has a contractual right to participate in a plan or to receive any guaranteed
benefits.
(C) Expenses arising from share-based payment transactions
Total expenses arising from share-based payments recognised during the financial period as employee benefits expense was:
Director benefits (share options)
Employee/Consultant benefits (share options)
Consolidated
2010
$
-
-
-
2009
$
-
2,805
2,805
4 8
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
21. Subsequent Events
On 31 January 2011, wholly owned subsidiaries Tomingley Holdings Pty Ltd and Tomingley Gold Operations Pty Ltd were formed.
On 17 February 2011, 20 million shares were issued at $1.05 per share completing a placement to raise additional funds for the Company’s continuing
activities.
On 24 February 2011, the Company’s sponsored American Depository Receipts (ADRs) commenced quotation on the US OTC market’s prestigious tier,
OTCQX International.
No other matter or circumstance has arisen since 31 December 2010 that has or may significantly affect the operations of the Company, the results of the
Company, or the state of affairs of the Company in the financial year subsequent to the financial year ended 31 December 2010.
22. Earnings per Share (“Eps”)
(a) Basic profit per share
Profit attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the Company
(b) Earnings used in calculating earnings per share
Profit attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the Company
Consolidated
2010
$
0.03
2010
$
2009
$
0.01
2010
$
7,789,079
2,294,604
2010
Number
2010
Number
(c)
The weighted average number of ordinary shares on issue used in the calculation of basic earnings per share
The diluted earnings per share is not materially different from the basic earnings per share.
249,028,156
245,783,587
23. Commitments for Expenditure
Mineral Tenement Leases
In order to maintain current rights of tenure to mining tenements, the Company will be required to outlay in 2011 amounts of approximately
$1,072,000 (2010 $1,161,500)
the minimum expenditure
requirements of the various Mines Departments in Australia. These obligations will be fulfilled in the normal course of operations.
The estimated exploration and joint venture expenditure commitments for the ensuing year, but not recognised as a liability in the financial statements:
lease rentals and exploration expenditures
in respect of
tenement
to meet
Within one year
Later than one year but less than five years
Later than five years
Consolidated
2010
$
1,072,000
-
-
1,072,000
2009
$
1,161,500
-
-
1,161,500
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 0
4 9
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
24. Financial Risk Management
Overview:
The company and group have exposure to the following risks from their use of financial instruments:
credit risk
(a)
(b)
liquidity risk
(a) market risk
This note presents information about the Company’s and Group’s exposure to each of the above risks, their objectives, policies and processes for
measuring and managing risk, and the management of capital.
The board of directors has overall responsibility for the establishment and oversight of the risk management framework. Management monitors and
manages the financial risks relating to the operations of the group through regular reviews of the risks.
(a) Credit risk:
Credit risk is the risk of financial loss to the Group if a customer or counterparty to a financial instrument fails to meet its contractual obligations, and arises
principally from the Group’s receivables from customers and investment securities. For the company it arises from receivables due from subsidiaries and
recharges to joint venture partners.
(i)
Investments:
The Group limits its exposure to credit risk by only investing with counterparties that have an acceptable credit rating.
(ii)
Trade and other receivables:
The Company and Group have established an allowance for impairment that represents their estimate of incurred losses in respect of receivables
and investments. The main components of this allowance are a specific loss component that relates to individually significant exposures. The management
does not expect any counterparty to fail to meet its obligations.
Presently, the Group undertakes exploration and evaluation activities in Australia. At the balance date there were no significant concentrations of credit risk.
Exposure to credit risk:
The carrying amount of the Group’s financial assets represents the maximum credit exposure.
The Group’s maximum exposure to credit risk at the reporting date was:
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Other financial assets
Security deposits
Total exposure
Consolidated
Carrying amount
2010
$
4,554,725
437,755
2,760
511,647
5,506,887
2009
$
4,831,721
220,633
5,928,000
495,821
11,476,175
An impairment loss of $100,511 in respect of inter-group loans was recognised during the current year from a net asset analysis of the subsidiaries’
positions.
Impairment losses:
None of the Company’s other receivables are past due (2009: nil).
The movement in the allowance for impairment in respect of inter-group loans on a non-consolidated basis during the year was as follows:
Balance at 1 January
Impairment loss/(write-back) recognised
Balance at 31 December
Parent entity
2010
$
(9,038,666)
(100,511)
(9,139,177)
2009
$
(8,282,089)
(756,577)
(9,038,666)
5 0
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
24. Financial Risk Management (continued)
Whilst the loans were not payable as at 31 December 2010, a provision for impairment based on the subsidiaries financial position was made. The balance
of this provision may vary due to the performance of a subsidiary in a given year.
The movement in the allowance for impairment in respect of listed shares on a consolidated basis during the year was as follows:
Balance at 1 January
Sold during the year
Impairment loss/(write-back) recognised
Balance at 31 December
(b) Liquidity risk:
2010
$
5,816,186
(5,920,000)
(240)
(104,054)
2009
$
1,595,326
(4,476,000)
8,696,860
5,816,186
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Group will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they fall due. The Group’s approach to managing liquidity is to
ensure, as far as possible, that it will always have sufficient liquidity to meet its liabilities when due, under both normal and stressed conditions, without
incurring unacceptable losses or risking damage to the Group’s reputation.
The group manages liquidity risk by maintaining adequate reserves through continuously monitoring forecast and actual cash flows.
The Group’s exposure to interest rate risks and the effective interest rates of financial assets and financial liabilities, both recognised and unrecognised at
the balance date, are as follows:
Weighted
Average Effective
Interest Rate
%
Variable
Interest
$
Less than
1 year
$
1 to 2
years
$
Non-interest
Bearing
$
Total
$
Fixed Maturity Date
2010
Financial assets
Cash
Interest bearing deposits
Investments
Receivables
Financial liabilities
Accounts payable
5.57
5.05
-
-
-
4,541,824
501,647
-
-
5,043,471
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
12,901
10,000
2,760
437,755
463,416
4,554,725
511,647
2,760
437,755
5,506,887
(996,620)
(996,620)
(996,620)
(996,620)
A L K A N E R E S O U R C E S L T D
A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 0
5 1
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
N o t e s t o t h e F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t s
F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
24. Financial Risk Management (continued)
Weighted
Average Effective
Interest Rate
%
Variable
Interest
$
Less than
1 year
$
1 to 2
years
$
Non-interest
Bearing
$
Total
$
Fixed Maturity Date
2009
Financial assets
Cash
Interest bearing deposits
Investments
Receivables
Financial liabilities
Accounts payable
(c) Market Risk:
3.35
3.29
-
-
-
4,815,865
485,821
-
-
5,301,686
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
15,856
10,000
5,928,000
220,633
6,174,489
4,831,721
495,821
5,928,000
220,633
11,476,175
(637,667)
(637,667)
(637,667)
(637,667)
Market risk is the risk that changes in market prices, such as foreign exchange rates, interest rates and equity prices will affect the Group’s income or the
value of its holdings of financial instruments. The objective of market risk management is to manage and control market risk exposures within acceptable
parameters, while optimising the return.
(i) Currency risk:
The Group does not operate internationally and is not exposed to currency risk.
(ii) Price Risk
The Group and the Company are exposed to equity securities price risk. This arises from investments held by the Group and classified on the Statement of
Financial Position as available for sale or at fair value through profit and loss.
The table below summarises the impact of increases/decreases of the securities prices on the Group’s and the Company’s profit for the year and on equity.
The analysis is based on the assumption that the price of securities increased/decreased by 80% (2009 – 80%) with all the other variables held constant.
Consolidated
Profit or loss
Equity
31 December 2010 – 80% change
31 December 2009 – 80% change
Increase
$
-
2,400
Decrease
$
-
(2,400)
Increase
$
2,208
4,742,400
Decrease
$
(2,208)
(4,742,400)
(iii) Interest rate risk:
At balance date the Group had minimal exposure to interest rate risk, through its cash and equivalents held within financial institutions.
Fixed rate instruments
Financial assets
Variable rate instruments
Financial assets
Consolidated
Carrying Amount
31 December
2010
$
-
31 December
2009
$
-
5,506,887
11,476,175
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F o r T h e Y e a r E n d e d 3 1 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0
24. Financial Risk Management (continued)
Fair value sensitivity analysis for fixed rate instruments:
There was no exposure to fixed rate instruments at balance date.
Fair value sensitivity analysis for variable rate instruments:
A change of 100 basis points in interest rates at the reporting date would have increased (decreased) equity and profit or loss by the amounts shown
below. The analysis assumes that all other variables remain constant. The analysis is performed on the same basis for 2009.
Consolidated
31 December 2010
Financial assets
31 December 2009
Financial assets
Net Fair value
Profit or loss
100 bp
increase
100 bp
decrease
Equity
100 bp
increase
100 bp
decrease
55,069
(55,069)
55,069
(55,069)
114,762
(114,762)
114,762
(114,762)
For unlisted investments where there is no organised financial market, the net fair value has been based on a reasonable estimation of the underlying assets
of the investment.
For other assets and other liabilities the net fair value approximates their carrying value as disclosed in the Statement of Financial Position.
Consolidated
2010
$
2009
$
25. Auditors remuneration
Amount received or due and receivable by the auditor for:
a) Audit services
Audit and review of financial reports under the Corporations Act 2001
43,000
39,100
b) Non Audit services
Income tax return preparation
Total remuneration of auditors
4,050
47,050
8,000
47,100
The auditor of the Company and its subsidiaries is Rothsay Chartered Accountants.
The Company has received notification from the Company’s auditor that he satisfies the independence criterion and that there have been no contraventions
of the auditor independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 or any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit. The Company
is satisfied that the non-audit services provided are compatible with the general standard of independence for auditors imposed by the Corporations Act
2001.
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D i r e c t o r s ’ D e c l a r a t i o n
I n d e p e n d e n t A u d i t R e p o r t t o t h e
M e m b e r s o f A l k a n e R e s o u r c e s L t d
In the opinion of the Directors of Alkane Resources Ltd:
a)
the financial statements and notes set out in preceding pages are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 including:
i)
giving a true and fair view of the financial position of the Company and the consolidated entity as at 31 December 2010 and of their performance for
the financial year ending on that date; and
b)
c)
ii)
complying with Accounting Standards, the Corporations Regulations 2001 and other mandatory professional reporting requirements
there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debts as and when they become due and payable
the audited remuneration disclosures set out in the Directors’ Report comply with Accounting Standard AASB 124 Related Party Disclosures and the
Corporations Regulations 2001.
The Directors have been given the declarations by the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer required by section 295A of the Corporations Act 2001.
This declaration is made in accordance with a resolution of the Directors.
D I Chalmers
Director
Perth, 18 March 2011
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I n d e p e n d e n t A u d i t R e p o r t t o t h e
M e m b e r s o f A l k a n e R e s o u r c e s L t d
We have audited the accompanying financial report of Alkane Resources Ltd (the Company”) which comprises the statement of financial position as at 31
December 2010 and the statement of comprehensive income, statement of changes in equity and cash flow statement for the year ended on that date, a
summary of significant accounting policies, other explanatory notes and the directors’ declaration of the consolidated entity comprising the company and
the entities it controlled at the year’s end or from time to time during the year.
Directors Responsibility for the Financial Report
The Directors of the Company are responsible for the preparation and true and fair presentation of the financial report in accordance with the Australian
Accounting Standards (including the Australian Accounting Interpretations) and 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. The Directors are also responsible for the remuneration disclosures contained in the directors’ report.
Auditor’s Responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial report based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with Australian Auditing
Standards. These Auditing Standards require that we comply with relevant ethical requirements relating to audit engagements and plan and perform the
audit to obtain reasonable assurance as to whether the financial report is free of material misstatement.
An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial report. The procedures selected
depend on our judgement, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial report, whether due to fraud or error. In making
those risk assessments, we consider internal controls relevant to the entity’s preparation and fair presentation of the financial report in order to design audit
procedures that are appropriate to the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal controls.
An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used in and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the directors
as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial report and the remuneration disclosures contained in the directors’ report.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.
Independence
We are independent of the Company, and have met the independence requirements of Australian professional ethical requirements and the Corporations
Act 2001.
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M e m b e r s o f A l k a n e R e s o u r c e s L t d
C o r p o r a t e G o v e r n a n c e S t a t e m e n t
Audit opinion
In our opinion the financial report of Alkane Resources Ltd is in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001, including:
a)
b)
(i) giving a true and fair view of the Company’s and the group’s financial position as at 31 December 2010 and of their performance for the year
ended on that date; and
(ii) complying with Australian Accounting Standards (including the Australian Interpretations) and the Corporations Regulations 2001; and
the consolidated financial report also complies with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards
Board.
Report on the Remuneration Report
We have audited the remuneration report included in the Directors’ report for the year ended 31 December 2010. The directors of the company are responsible
for the preparation and presentation of the Remuneration Report in accordance with section 300A of the Corporations Act 2001. Our responsibility is to
express an opinion on the Remuneration Report based on our audit conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards.
Auditor’s Opinion
In our opinion the Remuneration Report of Alkane Resources Ltd for the year ended 31 December 2010 complies with section 300A of the Corporations
Act 2001.
Rothsay
Graham Swan
Partner
Dated 18 March 2011
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Approach to Corporate Governance
Alkane Resources Limited (“Company”) has made it a priority to adopt systems of control and accountability as the basis for the administration of corporate
governance. Some of these policies and procedures are summarised in this statement. Commensurate with the spirit of the ASX Corporate Governance Council’s
Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations 2nd edition (“Principles & Recommendations”), the Company has followed each recommendation
where the Board has considered the recommendation to be an appropriate benchmark for its corporate governance practices. Where the Company’s corporate
governance practices follow a recommendation, the Board has made appropriate statements reporting on the adoption of the recommendation. Where, after due
consideration, the Company’s corporate governance practices depart from a recommendation, the Board has offered full disclosure and reason for the adoption
of its own practice, in compliance with the “if not, why not” regime.
Further information about the Company’s corporate governance practices may be found on the Company’s website at www.alkane.com.au, under the section
marked “Corporate Governance”.
The Company reports below on how it has followed (or otherwise departed from) each of the Principles & Recommendations during the 2011 financial year
(“Reporting Period”).
Board
Roles and responsibilities of the Board and Senior Executives
(Recommendations: 1.1, 1.3)
The Company has established the functions reserved to the Board, and those delegated to Senior Executives and has set out these functions in its Board Charter.
The Board is collectively responsible for promoting the success of the Company through its key functions of overseeing the management of the Company,
providing overall corporate governance of the Company, monitoring the financial performance of the Company, engaging appropriate management commensurate
with the Company’s structure and objectives, involvement in the development of corporate strategy and performance objectives and reviewing, ratifying and
monitoring systems of risk management and internal control, codes of conduct and legal compliance.
Senior executives are responsible for supporting the Managing Director and assisting the Managing Director in implementing the running of the general operations
and financial business of the Company, in accordance with the delegated authority of the Board. Senior executives are responsible for reporting all matters which
fall within the Company’s materiality thresholds at first instance to the Managing Director or, if the matter concerns the Managing Director, then directly to the
Chair or the lead independent director, as appropriate.
The Company’s Board Charter is available on the Company’s website at www.alkane.com.au.
Skills, experience, expertise and period of office of each Director
(Recommendation: 2.6)
A profile of each director setting out their skills, experience, expertise and period of office is given in the Directors’ Report.
The Directors seek to maintain a mixture of technical, operational and financial skills in considering the composition of the Board.
Director independence
(Recommendations: 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.6)
The Board has a majority of Directors who are independent.
The Board underwent changes to its composition during the Reporting Period, due to non-executive Director Ian (Inky) Cornelius passing away in July 2010.
Since then the independent directors of the Company have been John Dunlop, Anthony Lethlean and Ian Gandel (deemed by the Directors to be independent).
Messrs Dunlop and Lethlean are independent as they are non-executive Directors who are not members of management and who are free of any business or
other relationship that could materially interfere with, or could reasonably be perceived to materially interfere with, the independent exercise of their judgment.
The Board considers Ian Gandel to be independent of management and the executive of the Company. Furthermore, Mr Gandel’s interests as a major shareholder
are considered to be in line with the interests of all other shareholders.
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C o r p o r a t e G o v e r n a n c e S t a t e m e n t
Ian Gandel is a “substantial shareholder” of the Company within the definition ascribed by the Corporations Act. Ian Gandel does not have any of the other
relationships against which independence is measured (having regard to the Company’s materiality thresholds) as set out in Box 2.1 of the commentary that
supplements the Principles & Recommendations. The materiality thresholds are set out below. The Board considers that Ian Gandel’s interest as a substantial
shareholder is consistent with that of other shareholders and his shareholding does not cause potential for real conflict between the interests of Ian Gandel and
the majority of the other shareholders of the Company (and therefore affect Ian Gandel’s ability to exercise unbiased judgement). To the contrary, the Board (in the
absence of Ian Gandel) considers that he demonstrates and consistently makes decisions and takes actions that are in the best interests of the Company and its
shareholders, and therefore considers him to be independent.
The Board has agreed on the following guidelines for assessing the materiality of matters, as set out in the Company’s Board Charter:
•
•
•
•
Balance sheet items are material if they have a value of more than 10% of pro-forma net asset.
Profit and loss items are material if they will have an impact on the current year operating result of 10% or more.
Items are also material if they impact on the reputation of the Company, involve a breach of legislation, are outside the ordinary course of business, they
could affect the Company’s rights to its assets, if accumulated they would trigger the quantitative tests, involve a contingent liability that would have a
probable effect of 10% or more on balance sheet or profit and loss items, or they will have an effect on operations which is likely to result in an increase or
decrease in net income or dividend distribution of more than 10%.
Contracts will be considered material if they are outside the ordinary course of business, contain exceptionally onerous provisions in the opinion of the
Board, impact on income or distribution in excess of the quantitative tests, there is a likelihood that either party will default, and the default may trigger any
of the quantitative or qualitative tests, are essential to the activities of the Company and cannot be replaced, or cannot be replaced without an increase in
cost of such a quantum, triggering any of the quantitative tests, contain or trigger change of control provisions, they are between or for the benefit of related
parties, or otherwise trigger the quantitative tests.
The sole non-independent Director of the Company is David (Ian) Chalmers, who is the Managing Director.
The independent Chair of the Board is John Dunlop.
Independent professional advice
(Recommendation: 2.6)
To assist Directors with independent judgement, it is the Board’s policy that if a Director considers it necessary to obtain independent professional advice to
properly discharge the responsibility of their office as a Director then, provided the Director first obtains approval for incurring such expense from the Chair, the
Company will pay the reasonable expenses associated with obtaining such advice.
Selection and (Re)Appointment of Directors
(Recommendation: 2.6)
In determining candidates for the Board, the Nomination Committee (or equivalent) follows a prescribed process whereby it evaluates the mix of skills, experience,
expertise and diversity of the existing Board. In particular, the Nomination Committee (or equivalent) is to identify the particular skills and diversity that will best
increase the Board’s effectiveness. Consideration is also given to the balance of independent Directors. Potential candidates are identified and, if relevant, the
Nomination Committee (or equivalent) recommends an appropriate candidate for appointment to the Board. Any appointment made by the Board is subject to
ratification by shareholders at the next general meeting.
The Board recognises that Board renewal is critical to performance and the impact of Board tenure on succession planning. Each Director other than the Managing
Director, must not hold office (without re-election) past the third annual general meeting of the Company following the Director’s appointment or three years
following that Director’s last election or appointment (whichever is the longer). However, a Director appointed to fill a casual vacancy or as an addition to the Board
must not hold office (without re-election) past the next annual general meeting of the Company. At each annual general meeting a minimum of one Director or a
third of the total number of Directors must resign. A Director who retires at an annual general meeting is eligible for re-election at that meeting. Re-appointment
of Directors is not automatic.
The Company’s Policy and Procedure for the Selection and (Re)Appointment of Directors is available on the Company’s website at www.alkane.com.au.
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Board committees
Nomination Committee
(Recommendations: 2.4, 2.6)
The Company has not established a separate Nomination Committee. Given the current size and composition of the Board, the Board believes that there would be
no efficiencies gained by establishing a separate Nomination Committee. Accordingly, the Board performs the role of the Nomination Committee. Items that are
usually required to be discussed by a Nomination Committee are marked as separate agenda items at Board meetings when required. When the Board convenes
as the Nomination Committee it carries out those functions which are delegated in the Company’s Nomination Committee Charter. The Board deals with any
conflicts of interest that may occur when convening in the capacity of Nomination Committee by ensuring the Director with conflicting interests is not party to
the relevant discussions.
The full Board, in its capacity as the Nomination Committee, held two meetings during the Reporting Period. The following table identifies those Directors who
are members of the Nomination Committee and shows their attendance at Committee meetings:
Name
John Dunlop
Anthony Lethlean
Ian Gandel
David (Ian) Chalmers
Ian (Inky) Cornelius
No. of meetings
eligible to attend
No. of meetings
attended
2
2
2
2
1
2
2
1
2
1
To assist the Board to fulfil its function as the Nomination Committee, it has adopted a Nomination Committee Charter. The Company’s Nomination Committee
Charter is available on the Company’s website at www.alkane.com.au.
Audit Committee
(Recommendations: 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4)
The Company has established an Audit Committee.
The Audit Committee is structured in compliance with Recommendation 4.2. It comprises three independent non-executive Directors (Messrs Dunlop, Lethlean
and Gandel) and is chaired by Mr Lethlean who is not Chair of the Board.
The Company has adopted an Audit Committee Charter.
The Audit Committee held two meetings during the Reporting Period. The following table identifies those Directors who are members of the Audit Committee and
shows their attendance at Committee meetings:
Name
Anthony Lethlean (Chair)
John Dunlop
Ian Gandel
No. of meetings
eligible to attend
No. of meetings
attended
2
2
2
2
2
2
Details of each of the Director’s qualifications are set out in the Directors’ Report.
While none of the Audit Committee members have financial qualifications, they all have extensive industry knowledge and are financially literate. Details of each
of the Directors’ qualifications are set out in the Directors’ Report. Further, the Chief Financial Officer is available to assist the Audit Committee, if necessary.
The Audit Committee Charter also provides that the Committee may seek explanations and additional information from the Company’s external auditors, without
management present, when required.
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C o r p o r a t e G o v e r n a n c e S t a t e m e n t
The Company has established procedures for the selection, appointment and rotation of its external auditor. The Board is responsible for the initial appointment
of the external auditor and the appointment of a new external auditor when any vacancy arises, as recommended by the Audit Committee (or its equivalent).
Candidates for the position of external auditor must demonstrate complete independence from the Company through the engagement period. The Board may
otherwise select an external auditor based on criteria relevant to the Company’s business and circumstances. The performance of the external auditor is reviewed
on an annual basis by the Audit Committee (or its equivalent) and any recommendations are made to the Board.
The Company’s Audit Committee Charter and the Company’s Procedure for Selection, Appointment and Rotation of External Auditor are available on the Company’s
website at www.alkane.com.au.
Remuneration Committee
(Recommendations: 8.1, 8.2, 8.3, 8.4)
The full board considered those matters that would usually be the responsibility of a Remuneration Committee as this was considered the most appropriate
arrangement at that time. On 10 December 2010 however, the Board formed a separate committee as recommended by the Principles & Recommendations. As
was the practice of the full Board, the Remuneration Committee continues to apply the Remuneration Committee Charter adopted by the Board.
The Remuneration Committee is structured in accordance with Recommendation 8.2. It comprises three independent non-executive Directors (Messrs Dunlop,
Lethlean and Gandel) and is chaired by Mr Dunlop.
The Remuneration Committee held one meeting during the Reporting Period. The following table identifies those Directors who were members of the Remuneration
Committee during the Reporting Period and shows their attendance at Committee meetings:
Name
John Dunlop
Anthony Lethlean
Ian Gandel
David (Ian) Chalmers
Ian (Inky) Cornelius
No. of meetings eligible to attend
No. of meetings attended
1
1
1
1
0
1
1
0
1
0
Details of remuneration, including the Company’s policy on remuneration, are contained in the “Remuneration Report” which forms of part of the Directors’ Report.
Non-executive Directors are remunerated at fixed rates which are in line with market rates (for comparable companies) for time, commitment and responsibilities.
Remuneration for non-executive Directors is not linked to the performance of the Company. The Board may, from time to time, consider issuing options to
non-executive Directors, subject to obtaining the relevant shareholders approvals. Given the Company’s size and stage of development at the present time, the
Board believes this an effective means of attracting and retaining the highest calibre of professionals to the role whilst maintaining the Company’s cash reserves.
This policy is subject to annual review. Pay and rewards for executive directors and senior executives consists of a base salary and performance incentives. Long
term performance incentives may include options, performance rights or other equity based incentives granted at the discretion of the Board and subject to
obtaining the relevant approvals. Executives are offered a competitive level of base pay at market rates and are reviewed annually to ensure market competitiveness.
There are no termination or retirement benefits for non-executive Directors (other than for superannuation).
The Company’s Remuneration Committee Charter includes a statement of the Company’s policy on prohibiting transactions in associated products which limit
the risk of participating in unvested entitlements under any equity based remuneration schemes.
The Company’s Remuneration Committee Charter is available on the Company’s website at www.alkane.com.au.
Performance evaluation
Senior executives
(Recommendations: 1.2, 1.3)
It is the responsibility of the Managing Director to manage and implement performance evaluations of senior executives and management personnel, reporting
to the Remuneration Committee at least annually.
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The current size and structure of the Company allows the Managing Director to conduct informal evaluations regularly. While the Company does not currently
have senior executives on staff, open and regular communication with non-executive senior personnel allow the Managing Director to ensure that key performance
indicators are identified and met, and provide feedback and guidance particularly where performance issues are evident. Individual performance may be more
formally assessed in conjunction with a remuneration review approximately annually. As the Company grows, a more formal structure of performance evaluation
is likely to be implemented.
During the Reporting Period there were no performance evaluations of senior executives (except for Company Secretaries), as the Company does not currently
have any senior executives. However, the evaluation of both Company Secretaries took place in accordance with the disclosed process.
Board, its committees and individual directors
(Recommendations: 2.5, 2.6)
The Chair is responsible for evaluation of the Board and, when deemed appropriate, Board committees and individual directors.
Performance evaluation of the Board is carried out by means of ongoing review by the Chairman with reference to the composition of the Board and its suitability
to carry out the Company’s objectives.
The Chairman may carry out the review by various means including, but not limited to:
•
•
•
•
meeting with and interviewing each Board member;
consultation with the full Board, in its capacity as the Nomination Committee;
circulation of internal review tools such as formal questionnaires and reports; and
outsourcing to independent specialist consultants.
The Chairman’s review may include:
•
•
•
•
•
•
assessing the skills, performance and contribution of individual members of the Board and senior management personnel,
consideration of the performance of the Board as a whole and of its various committees;
the awareness of Board members of their responsibilities and duties, and of corporate governance and compliance requirements;
the awareness of Board members of the Company’s goals and strategies;
the understanding of Board members of the business/es the Company is operating and the trends and issues affecting the market/s in which it
competes; and
consideration of avenues for continuing improvement of Board functions and further development of its skill base.
The Chairman reports back to the Board in regard to his review at least annually.
The full Board, in its capacity as the Nomination Committee, is responsible for the evaluation of the Managing Director. Given the current size and structure of the
Company, in addition to the process for general performance evaluation as outlined above, further performance evaluation may be carried out on an ongoing basis
through open and regular communication between the Board, in its capacity as the Nomination Committee, and the Managing Director, to identify and achieve key
performance indicators, to provide feedback, and to provide guidance and support where any issues may become evident.
During the Reporting Period an evaluation of the Board, its committees, and individual directors took place in accordance with the process disclosed.
Ethical and responsible decision making
Code of Conduct
(Recommendations: 3.1, 3.5)
The Company has established a Code of Conduct as to the practices necessary to maintain confidence in the Company’s integrity, practices necessary to take
into account their legal obligations and the expectations of their stakeholders and responsibility and accountability of individuals for reporting and investigating
reports of unethical practices.
A summary of the Company’s Code of Conduct is available on the Company website at www.alkane.com.au.
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C o r p o r a t e G o v e r n a n c e S t a t e m e n t
Diversity
(Recommendations: 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5)
The Company has established a Diversity Policy, which includes requirements for the Board to establish measurable objectives for achieving gender diversity and
for the Board to assess annually both the objectives and progress in achieving them.
A summary of the Company’s Diversity Policy is available on the Company’s website at www.alkane.com.au.
The Board has not yet set measurable objectives for achieving gender diversity. The Directors are in the process of collecting information to enable them to set
meaningful measurable objectives which are appropriate to the size of the Company and the operational and labour market circumstances it faces. The Company
has not had a requirement to employ any new full time staff for three years and is committed to ensuring that all employees have an equal opportunity to participate
in professional development programs and to developing its human resources.
The proportion of women employees in the whole organisation, women in senior executive positions and women on the Board are set out in the following table:
Whole organisation
Senior Executive positions
Board
Continuous Disclosure
(Recommendations: 5.1, 5.2)
Proportion of women
One out of 12 (8.3%)
One out of two (50%)
Nil out of four (0%)
The Company has established written policies and procedures designed to ensure compliance with ASX Listing Rule disclosure and accountability at a senior
executive level for that compliance.
A summary of the Company’s Policy on Continuous Disclosure and a summary of the Company’s Compliance Procedures are available on the Company’s website
at www.alkane.com.au.
Shareholder Communication
(Recommendations: 6.1, 6.2)
The Company has designed a communications policy for promoting effective communication with shareholders and encouraging shareholder participation at
general meetings.
A summary of the Company’s Shareholder Communication Policy is available on the Company’s website at www.alkane.com.au.
Risk Management
(Recommendations: 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4)
The Board has adopted a Risk Management Policy, which sets out the Company’s risk profile. Under the policy, the Board is responsible for approving the
Company’s policies on risk oversight and management and satisfying itself that management has developed and implemented a sound system of risk management
and internal control.
Under the policy, the Board delegates day-to-day management of risk to the Managing Director, who is responsible for identifying, assessing, monitoring and
managing risks. The Managing Director is also responsible for updating the Company’s material business risks to reflect any material changes, with the approval
of the Board.
In fulfilling the duties of risk management, the Managing Director may have unrestricted access to Company employees, contractors and records and may obtain
independent expert advice on any matter they believe appropriate, with the prior approval of the Board.
Board has established a separate Audit Committee to monitor and review the integrity of financial reporting and the Company’s internal financial control systems
and risk management systems. The Audit Committee reports to the Board in this regard at least twice per year.
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In addition, the following risk management measures have been adopted by the Board to manage the Company’s material business risks:
•
the Board has established authority limits for management which, if exceeded, will require prior Board approval;
•
•
the Board has adopted a compliance procedure for the purpose of ensuring compliance with the Company’s continuous disclosure obligations; and
the Board has adopted a corporate governance manual which contains other policies to assist the Company to establish and maintain its governance
practices.
The Board has formalised and documented the management of its material business risks. This system includes the preparation of a risk matrix by third party
consultants in consultation with the Board and management to identify the Company’s material business risks and risk management strategies for these risks. In
addition, the process of management of material business risks is allocated to members of senior management. Risk is a standing item at each scheduled Board
meeting and the risk matrix is reviewed quarterly.
The categories of risk reported on as part of the Company’s systems and processes for managing material business risks include: market-related risk; financial
reporting risk; operational risk, environmental risk, human capital risk; sustainability, occupational health and safety; economic cycle/marketing; reputational risk;
political risk; strategic risk; technological risk; ethical conduct and legal and compliance risk.
The Board has required management to design, implement and maintain risk management and internal control systems to manage the Company’s material
business risks. The Board also requires management to report to it confirming that those risks are being managed effectively. The Board has received a report from
management as to the effectiveness of the Company’s management of its material business risks.
A summary of the Company’s Risk Management Policy is available on the Company’s website at www.alkane.com.au.
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Share Holding at 18 March 2011 - ALK
(a) Distribution of Shareholders
Share holding
1
1,001
5,001
10,001
100,001
-
-
-
-
-
1,000
5,000
10,000
100,000
over
(b) Unmarketable Parcels
There are 177 shareholders who hold less than a marketable parcel.
(c)
Voting Rights
Voting rights are one vote per fully paid ordinary share
(d) Names of the substantial holders as disclosed in substantial holding notices:
Shareholder
Abbotsleigh Pty Ltd
Top Twenty Shareholders at 18 March 2011
Shareholder
Abbotsleigh Pty Ltd
JP Morgan Nominees Australia Limited
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