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2020 ReportANNUAL REPORT 2017 CORPORATE DIRECTORY DIRECTORS James Brown – Managing Director Paul Mantell – Executive Director Allan Buckler – Non-Executive Director Dan O’Neill – Non-Executive Director Beng Teik Kuan – Non-Executive Director Zhao Tong – Non-Executive Director COMPANY SECRETARY Damon Cox REGISTERED OFFICE Level 2, 23 Barrack Street Perth WA 6000 Telephone: +61 8 9488 5100 Facsimile: +61 8 9488 5199 Email: cosec@alturamining.com Website: www.alturamining.com AUDITORS PKF Hacketts Audit Level 6, 10 Eagle Street Brisbane QLD 4000 SHARE REGISTRY Link Market Services Limited Level 12, QV1 Building 250 St George’s Terrace Perth WA 6000 AUSTRALIAN SECURITIES EXCHANGE Code: AJM CONTENTS A letter from the Managing Director Review of operations FINANCIAL REPORT Directors’ report Auditors’ independence declaration Consolidated statement of profit and loss Consolidated statement of other comprehensive income Consolidated balance sheet Consolidated statement of changes in equity Consolidated statement of cash flows Notes to the financial statements Directors' declaration Independent auditor’s report to the members Additional ASX information Mineral resources and ore reserves statement 2 4 13 14 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 76 77 83 86 A LETTER FROM THE MANAGING DIRECTOR Dear Shareholder, I am pleased to report that the past year has been one of rapid and positive progress as your Company moves towards becoming Australia’s next lithium producer. Since our last annual report, Altura’s primary focus has been the efficient and aggressive development of our flagship Pilgangoora Lithium Project. With the help of an exceptional management team we have taken this project in the space of 12 months from pre-definitive feasibility stage to being just months away from first production. In that timeframe we have completed a definitive feasibility study, obtained all the necessary approvals, locked in binding offtake agreements for more than 90% of planned production from leading Chinese battery and lithium players and secured US$110 million in project debt facilities to underpin the construction of Pilgangoora. Today, we have 90% of plant and equipment on site, construction has rapidly accelerated and we remain on target for commissioning to begin in the March quarter 2018, and first lithium concentrate sales to take place in the June Quarter 2018. It is a testament to both the management of Altura and the Pilgangoora project team that it has taken less than 18 months from the ground-breaking of the project to expected first production. I would encourage shareholders to look at some of our recent construction update announcements and our website to witness the transformation that has been made. The importance of this hard work and aggressive schedule is amplified as we continue to see on a day-to-day basis the increasing demand and communications around the lithium market. A few years ago lithium was little-known outside of the industry. Now, electric vehicles, battery storage and uses of lithium are regular conversation points among the general public, political leaders and in the mainstream media. 3 Since our last annual report, Altura’s primary focus has been the efficient and aggressive development of our flagship Pilgangoora Lithium Project We firmly believe Altura is in a very strong position to take advantage of this demand and to cement itself as a major Australian lithium producer. We continue to have a strong eye to the future and subsequent to the end of the 2017 Financial Year we were able to embark on a very successful A$26 million capital raising, largely to fund our studies on a Stage 2 expansion to double production to meet the ongoing demand of our offtake partners. Our success to date could not have occurred without the valuable support of our shareholders. The ongoing support shown to the Company has enabled us to both significantly grow and de-risk the business whilst also focusing on delivering shareholder value both in the present and future. I would also like to thank the Board, Management and entire Altura team for their ongoing commitment and hard work. Your Board will continue to ensure that the Company remains focused on growing the business and developing the project to ensure that Altura becomes the next major Australian producer of lithium. We are embarking on a transformational year and I look forward to continuing this journey with you. James Brown Managing Director ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017REVIEW OF OPERATIONS ALTURA LITHIUM PROJECT 5 Altura Mining Limited is pleased to provide its annual Review of Operations for the 2017 Financial Year. Altura is building a leading position in the independent supply of lithium raw materials, as its world class Pilgangoora project is set to be the next significant producer of lithium concentrate with commissioning of the project expected in March quarter 2018, and first sales in June quarter 2018. Management of Altura have a track record of delivering mining projects in an effective and efficient time-frame, with Pilgangoora taking less than 18 months from ground-breaking to expected first production, delivering strong and robust offtake partners and a market providing substantial growth opportunities to ensure positive shareholder returns. PROJECT OVERVIEW The Pilgangoora Lithium Project is located in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The Project is developing mining, processing, logistics and support infrastructure to mine and process an average 1.54 Mtpa of ore to produce approximately 219,000 tonnes of lithium spodumene concentrate per annum, commencing in the first half of 2018. Pilgangoora will be extracted by open pit methods enhanced by the shallow and thick mineralisation. This meant that spodumene ore was mined from the beginning of operations in May 2017. The deposit has a low Life of Mine (LOM) strip ratio of 2.9:1 providing Altura with a very low operational mining cost. PROJECT LOCATION The Project is approximately 90 km south of Port Hedland (see map on page 6) and road access to the site is via the Great Northern Highway and then Shire roads and station tracks. Altura’s two mining lease tenements are M45/1230 and M45/1231, and cover a total area of 394 hectares. PROJECT DEVELOPMENT The Altura Lithium Project has developed at a rapid pace over the past year with construction at the mine site expected to be completed in the March quarter 2018, with first sales from operations expected in June quarter 2018. The project’s rapid development is attributable to the rigorous planning of the various components required for the construction of a mine. EARLY PROCUREMENT OF LONG LEAD MECHANICAL ITEMS Altura’s project and procurement teams identified early in the design process the requirement to place orders early for key mechanical items with long lead manufacturing and shipment times. This involved advancing over 40 key tenders in the second half of 2016 and the first half of 2017 which has led to 90% of the plant and equipment being currently at site ready for installation. All remaining equipment for the process plant is expected to be onsite by the end of 2017. At the time of going to print, the current status of the Project is: MINING CONTRACT AND MINE INFRASTRUCTURE • Almost 50% of the construction has been completed • 90% of the plant and equipment has been delivered to the mine site ready for installation • All mining infrastructure projects have been completed and commissioned including the magazines and bulk explosive storage facility, the mobile equipment workshops and all haul roads • Mining development work has progressed ahead of schedule with three separate stages of mining opened and producing ore, and the ROM pad and ROM wall are both nearing completion. Altura announced in February 2017 that it had awarded NRW Holdings Limited a five-year contract to perform mining, drilling and blasting services, as well as construction of mining infrastructure prior to mining commencing. The scope of the work for the contract comprises: • Construction of the mining infrastructure required for the works, including the Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) and Run of Mine (ROM) Area • Development of mine haul roads • Drill and blast services • Load and haul production, mining of ore and overburden ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 20176 ALTURA LITHIUM PROJECT continued Initial mining and stockpiling of ore has now been completed, with 50,000 tonnes ready for transfer to the ROM Area. the concrete batch plant. The works are now 75% complete, and are expected to finish in November 2017. construction, and is installing approximately 6,000m3 of concrete as part of the civil works contract. In total, approximately 800,000 BCM (banked cubic metres) of total material has been moved to date. PROCESS PLANT CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT A vertical construction package was let to Australian based Civmec Limited (Civmec) for the civil, SMP and electrical construction. The civil works commenced in May 2017 with the mobilisation to site of the first crews, along with The SMP works started in September 2017. Progress to date includes the erection of steel and conveyors in the crushing circuit, and commencement on the High Pressure Grinding Roll. The electrical switchrooms are currently being transported to site, and the electrical works are expected to start in November 2017. Civmec has around 100 employees on the ground at the peak of TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS CONTRACT Qube has been awarded the contract to provide transport logistics services for a five-year period. The scope of the work under the contract involves loading the product at the mine site, and transporting the product in side tipping road trains to Port Hedland. ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017ALTURA LITHIUM PROJECT continued 7 The Company released a Definitive Feasibility Study in September 2016 which confirmed the viability of the Pilgangoora Lithium Project as a significant, long-term mining opportunity Qube will also construct and operate a product storage shed in Port Hedland, and transport to the port and ship loading using the patented RotaboxTM system. POWER GENERATION CONTRACT A contract to provide an 11MW diesel fuelled power station on a Build Own Operate (BOO) basis was awarded to Kalgoorlie Power Systems (KPS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Pacific Energy Limited. The power station will become operational in February 2018 and will be owned and operated by KPS for a five-year contract period. The power station will comprise of dual fuel diesel/gas generators so that opportunities for cleaner and more cost-efficient gas can be utilised in the future should a suitable source become available. MINE SITE ACCOMMODATION Altura reached agreement with Roy Hill Infrastructure Pty Ltd in November 2016 to purchase an existing 324 room camp (former Rail Camp 2) located just 20 km from the mine site. The necessary approvals, including native title agreement with the traditional owners, were then obtained to effect the final transfer of ownership of the camp in January 2017. The camp has been operating since February 2017, and has provided accommodation for its own staff, mine site contractors and to other companies conducting exploration activities in the area. DEFINITIVE FEASIBILITY STUDY The Company released a Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) in September 2016 which confirmed the viability of the Pilgangoora Lithium Project as a significant, long-term mining opportunity. The key outcomes of the DFS were: • Project net present value (NPV) of $411 million over an initial 13-year mine life • Capital estimate of A$139.7 million including deferred capital and a payback period of 1.8 years; • LOM cash cost of A$316 per tonne of spodumene concentrate • Average annual ore feed of 1.54 Mt and average annual production of 219,000 tonnes of spodumene concentrate at 6% Li2O • An Ore Reserve estimate of 20.33 Mt @ 1.07% Li2O (entirely in the Probable category) which underpinned the initial 13-year mine plan • Attractive LOM strip ratio of 2.9:1 (waste to ore) providing a comparatively low operational mining cost. For further information on the DFS, please refer to the ASX Release on 26 September 2016. Since the release of the DFS there have been two upgrades to the Ore Reserve estimates (announced in January 2017 and October 2017) which have increased the life of the mine and further improved the economics of the project. ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 20178 ALTURA LITHIUM PROJECT continued Definitive Feasibility Study – key results Description Average Annual Ore Feed to Plant (LOM)1 Total Ore Mined Annual Spodumene Concentrate Production (6% Li2O) Life of Mine (LOM) Total Spodumene Concentrate Produced LOM Strip Ratio Spodumene Concentrate Average Market Price2 Capital Cost Estimate3 Total Revenue Project EBITDA4 Total Cash Cost FOB/tonne product5 Net Present Value (NPV)6 Internal Rate of Return (IRR) Discount Rate Project payback period Exchange Rate Units Mtpa Mt tonnes years Mt waste:ore US$/wmt A$M A$M A$M A$ A$M % % years AUD:USD Results 1.54 20.33 219,000 13.2 2.89 2.9:1 538.80 139.7 2,074 1,064 315.90 411 58.1 10 1.8 0.7500 1. Average annual ore feed based on nominal 1.4 Mtpa capacity; process and mechanical design of the plant allows for 15% engineering contingency on the nominal throughput of 1.4 Mtpa, allowing capacity to be maintained at 1.45 Mtpa and to peak at 1.54 Mtpa. 2. Price based on FOB forecast equivalent. 3. Including sustaining capital and pre-development capital. 4. EBITDA is after allowing for Native Title and Royalties. 5. Total Cash Cost FOB/tonne product are defined as all cash costs to free on board, excluding royalties, interest, tax and depreciation. 6. Including sustaining capital and pre-development capital. ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 20179 Ore reserve estimate – October 2017 JORC category Proven Probable Total Cut-off Li2O % Ore (million tonnes) 0.43% 0.43% 0.43% 8.1 26.1 34.2 Li2O (%) 1.14 1.01 1.04 Fe2O3 (%) 2.16 2.16 2.16 Contained Li2O (tonnes) 92,000 265,000 357,000 Mineral Resource Estimate – October 2017 JORC category Measured Indicated Total Inferred Cut-off Li2O % Ore (million tonnes) 0.43% 0.43% 0.43% 0.43% 8.5 35.5 44.0 3.5 Li2O (%) 1.12 0.97 1.00 0.98 Fe2O3 (%) 2.16 1.98 2.01 2.15 Contained Li2O (tonnes) 96,000 345,000 441,000 - For further information on both the ore reserve and mineral resource estimates, please refer to the ASX announcement on 24 October 2017. ALTURA LITHIUM PROJECT continued UPGRADED ORE RESERVE AND MINERAL RESOURCE ESTIMATES The Pilgangoora lithium deposit currently has: • an Ore Reserve estimate of 34.2 million tonnes at 1.04% Li2O (with 357,000 tonnes of contained Li2O); and • a Mineral Resource estimate of 44.0 million tonnes at 1.00% (with 441,000 tonnes of contained Li2O). This upgraded estimate was calculated after further closely spaced infill drilling conducted during the year, and now includes for the first time a significant portion in the Proved and Measured categories. These improved numbers have enhanced the Company’s knowledge of the orebody and reduced the risks commonly associated with grade control for start-up projects. The Ore Reserve and Mineral Resource estimation work was undertaken by geological and mine engineering services consultants, Cube Consulting Pty Ltd. ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 201710 ALTURA LITHIUM PROJECT continued Mining will be undertaken by conventional bulk mining methods, utilising hydraulic excavators, dump trucks and drill and blast, coupled to a ROM stockpile on the ROM stockpile adjacent to the pit. Process plant and site facilities are located immediately to the west of the pit with the ex-pit waste rock dump and the tailings storage facility located in the centre and north-west of the tenement respectively. STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT ADVANTAGES Altura has several strategic advantages over its competitors to underpin its strategy to become Australia’s next producing lithium mine. These include: • Completion of all statutory approvals, having obtained landowner agreements, granting of the mining leases, the Mining Proposal, the Mine Closure Plan and Works Approval • Two binding offtake agreements each for a minimum of 100,000 tpa of lithium spodumene concentrate for an initial 5-year period • 90% of plant and equipment is on site and construction is progressing extremely well • Mining development work has progressed ahead of schedule, with three stages of mining opened and producing ore • The construction of the project is around 50% complete • All key contracts are in place and in operation. STATUTORY APPROVALS In February 2017 Altura obtained approval of the Mining Proposal from the WA Department of Mines and Petroleum (DMP) for its two mining leases (M45/1230 and M45/1231). The receipt of this final major approval paved the way for construction to commence at the mine site in March 2017. The Mining Proposal covers the proposed mining operations, processing and power plants, mine site infrastructure, environmental assessments, hydrogeology studies and the mine rehabilitation plan. The Mining Proposal had been lodged in September 2016 following granting by the DMP of the mining leases the previous month. Prior to the granting of the mining leases, Altura had concluded access agreements with native title parties and landowners. Altura also received a Works Approval in July 2017 from the WA Department of Water and Environmental Regulation covering the process plant, the TSF and the mobile crushing and screening facility. MINING PROCESS AND MINE LAYOUT Mining will be undertaken by conventional bulk mining methods, utilising hydraulic excavators, dump trucks and drill and blast, coupled to a ROM stockpile. Ore will be trucked directly from the blasted faces to the ROM stockpile and fed to the primary crusher using front-end loaders. The Project has a relatively small footprint of some 400 hectares covered by two mining leases. The ore is being mined from a single pit located on the eastern side of the mining lease and stockpiled ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 201711 The major corporate focus of Altura’s executive management during the past 12 months was the successful completion of a funding package for the construction and commissioning of the Altura Lithium Project CORPORATE DEVELOPMENTS Key corporate developments during the year included: PROJECT FUNDING US$110 MILLION DEBT FACILITY The major corporate focus of Altura’s executive management during the past 12 months was the successful completion of a funding package for the construction and commissioning of the Altura Lithium Project. The completion of the funding package was the final prerequisite to enable the Company to complete construction and commissioning of the mine and to move into production in the first half of calendar 2018. The key details of the facility are: • Senior secured loan notes issued raising a total of US$110 million • Leading US and Swiss based investment management groups provided the loan note facility package • Funding comprised two tranches with Tranche 1 (approximately US$33 million) received in early August 2017 and Tranche 2 (US$77 million) received in late September 2017 SHARE PLACEMENT WITH J&R OPTIMUM As part of the strategic agreement with Shaanxi J&R Optimum Energy Co., Ltd (J&R Optimum), a A$41.6 million Share Placement was finalised in early February 2017. At the conclusion of the Placement, J&R Optimum held a 19.85% shareholding in Altura. PLACEMENT WITH INTERNATIONAL FUND MANAGERS A further direct placement of $26 million to international institutional investors via Jett Capital Advisors and Bizzell Capital Partners Pty Ltd was successfully completed in October 2017. STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH J&R OPTIMUM Altura formed a strategic partnership in November 2016 with J&R Optimum, one of China’s leading lithium battery producers. The Subscription and Cooperation Agreement with J&R Optimum provided for partial funding of the project through a A$41.6 million Placement, board representation, advisory support and anti-dilution rights. Under the terms of the Agreement J&R Optimum is entitled to appoint a director to the Altura board, on the condition that their relevant interest in Altura shares does not reduce below 15 per cent. Mr Zhao Tong was subsequently appointed as a non-executive director in March 2017. OFFTAKE AGREEMENTS In July 2017 Altura announced that it had signed two binding offtake agreements (BOA) for a minimum total of 200,000 tonnes of 6% grade spodumene concentrate per year representing more than 90% of current planned annual production. ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 201712 CORPORATE DEVELOPMENTS continued Altura Mining Limited has been added to the list of companies that comprise the ASX All Ordinaries Index, which places Altura in the top 500 companies listed on the ASX ASX ALL ORDINARIES INDEX Effective from 20 March 2017, Altura Mining Limited was added to the list of companies that comprise the ASX All Ordinaries Index. This change places Altura in the top 500 companies listed on the ASX, and reflected the Company’s growing market capitalisation. INDONESIAN COAL ASSETS Altura has previously decided to divest the Indonesian coal assets, and has been pursuing several options including their possible sale or an asset integration with other similar operations. These coal assets comprise: • The Delta coal mine in East Kalimantan where Altura has a 331/3% interest; and • The Tabalong coal project in South Kalimantan in which Altura holds a 70% interest in three Mining Permits (“SPK”, “SCC” and “SP”) and a 56% interest in two Mining Licences (“KM” and “MBM”). These BOAs comprised: • A new agreement signed with leading Chinese battery producer J&R Optimum • A revised agreement with prominent Chinese based lithium and battery materials processor Lionergy Limited (“Lionergy”) so that the terms of both BOAs are aligned. The key terms of the BOAs are: • Minimum of 100,000 dry metric tonnes (dmt) per annum of 6% grade spodumene concentrate (pro-rated) with first product sales to commence before 30 June 2018 • Term of BOA of 5 years minimum • Conditional on Altura obtaining financing for the development of the project on or before 31 August 2017 (or such later date as may be notified by Altura to J&R Optimum Energy) • Minimum price of US$550 dmt (FOB) and a maximum price of US$950 dmt (FOB) for the first three years of the BOA (based on Li20 content per dmt on 6% Li20) • Annual pricing to be agreed via consideration of current market pricing information, including but not limited to indices for spodumene (if available); prices published or announced by other companies and movement in lithium carbonate prices, subject to the floor and ceiling price for first three years. ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 201713 FINANCIAL REPORT ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities 14 DIRECTORS' REPORT Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 Your directors have pleasure in presenting the annual financial report of Altura Mining Limited ("Altura" or "the Company") and its controlled entities (“the Group”) for the financial year ended 30 June 2017. DIRECTORS The names of the directors in office at any time during or since the end of the financial year are: Mr James Brown Mr Paul Mantell Mr Allan Buckler Mr Dan O’Neill Mr Beng Teik Kuan Mr Zhao Tong (appointed 7 March 2017) COMPANY SECRETARIES The names of the secretaries in office during the financial year and up to the date of this report are as follows: Mr Damon Cox Mr Noel Young (resigned 30 June 2017) PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES The principal activity of the Group during the year was the continued development of its 100% owned Pilgangoora Lithium Project in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, including completion of the definitive feasibility study, delineation of an economic lithium reserve, sourcing of the final finance required for construction and commissioning of the project, and commencement of construction of the mine. OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW Overview Altura Mining Limited is an ASX listed entity that is focused on the development and commencement of operations of the Pilgangoora Lithium Project in Western Australia. The Company also has interests in the Delta Coal project in Indonesia, and the Tabalong Coal project both of which are in the process of being divested. Operating results The Group’s operating loss after providing for income tax and non‐controlling interests for the year ended 30 June 2017 was $6,165,006 (2016: loss $31,618,000). The loss in 2017 related to the Group’s administrative and corporate costs, and a foreign exchange loss in the year. Exploration, evaluation and development costs of the Pilgangoora Lithium Project were capitalised during both the 2017 and 2016 financial years. The 2017 loss was considerably less than the 2016 loss as there were significant impairment costs incurred and non‐lithium related exploration costs that were written off in the 2016 year. Strategy The Company’s objective is to create shareholder value through the development of profitable mining operations and other supplementary mining activities that deliver strong cash flows for the Group, and resultant regular dividends for shareholders. Altura is focused on construction, commissioning and then commencement of production and sales of spodumene from its lithium project. All regulatory approvals have been received and the Company is now fully funded into production and first sales which is planned to occur during the first half of calendar 2018. The Company also holds coal assets in Indonesia which it is in the process of divesting as soon as reasonably possible. 2 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 (CONTINUED) 15 DIRECTORS' REPORT continued Pilgangoora Lithium Altura completed its Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) on the project in September 2016, and commenced onsite construction work at the mine site in March 2017. The DFS confirmed the very robust nature of the World‐class low cost lithium project, which has been further enhanced in 2017 due to stronger market pricing for spodumene as a result of a very tight market for the product. The project is fully funded following completion of a US$110 million finance package in July 2017. The key outcomes of the DFS included: Annual spodumene concentrate production of 219,000 tonnes over a 13.2 year mine life; Project Net Present Value (NPV) of $411 million pre‐tax and an Internal Rate of Return of 58.1%; Life of Mine (LOM) cash cost of A$315.90 per tonne of spodumene concentrate; Gross margin of A$402 per tonne (life of mine average) based on a market price at the time of US$538.80; Average life of mine EBITDA of A$80.6 million; A capital estimate of A$139.7 million including deferred capital; A very attractive LOM strip ratio of 2.9:1; and A payback period of 1.8 years. Since the completion of the DFS, higher prices in the market place for 6% spodumene concentrate would result in annual EBITDA’s of A$156 million to A$183 million, with the higher end pricing returning EBITDAs of more than double those quoted in the DFS. In January 2017, Altura announced an increased Reserve of 30.1 million tonnes which extends the life of the mine to 20 years (as compared with 13 years in the DFS). Based on the current construction progress, the mine will be in a commissioning phase from late 2017 with first production and shipments due in the first half of calendar 2018. Altura has entered into a number of important contracts with key suppliers: 1. A 5‐year mining contract has been signed with NRW. The deposit will be mined by conventional bulk mining methods utilising hydraulic excavators, dump trucks and drill and blast coupled to a ROM stockpile. 2. A process plant civil and concrete construction contract has been awarded to Civmec, with some 5,000m3 of concrete required for the project; 3. The logistics and transport supplier is Qube Holdings Pty Ltd. The scope includes loading of the product at the mine stockyard, transporting the product in side tipping road trains to Port Hedland, construction and operation of a product storage shed at Port Hedland, and transport to the port and ship loading using the patented RotaboxTM system; 4. Kalgoorlie Power Systems has been contracted to provide an 11MW diesel fuelled power station for a 5‐year period. The power station comprises dual fuel diesel and gas generators such that opportunities for cleaner and more cost‐efficient gas may be utilised in the future should a suitable source be available. The Company has in place two Binding Offtake Agreements (BOAs) with China based groups Shaanxi J&R Optimum Energy Co Ltd and Lionergy Limited, in which the parties will each take a minimum of 100,000 tonnes of 6% Li2O grade spodumene concentrate annually for an initial 5 year period. Annual pricing will be agreed with reference to current market pricing information, including but not limited to prices published or announced by other companies in the market, movement in carbonate pricing and with reference to any indices that may become available in the future. For the first 3 years of the BOAs, there is a floor price of US$550 per tonne of 6% spodumene, and there is also a ceiling price of US$950 per tonne for the same period, the floor price being very important from the Company’s perspective to ensure that it can repay its loan on the project in the next 3 years. Coal Assets Delta Coal During the year, Altura continued to hold its interest in the one‐third owned Delta coal mine on the island of Kalimantan in Indonesia. The Delta mine produces a medium energy thermal coal and during the 2016/17 financial year the mine was placed under Indonesian court administration to resolve the claims of production contractors. There is no fixed period for the administration and during this process the Group does not have access the any operational or financial information. It is the stated intention of the Company that the coal asset will be divested as soon as possible. 3 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 16 DIRECTORS' REPORT continued Tabalong Coal Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 (CONTINUED) The Tabalong Coal Project is a premium grade thermal coal deposit located in South Kalimantan, Indonesia. The project consists of five (5) Mining Licences (IUPs), with all five (5) IUPs granted for Operation Production. Altura holds 70% of three IUPs and 56% of the remaining two. Divestment of Coal Assets During the year, the Company stated its intention to divest its interests in both the Delta and Tabalong coal assets. It is pursuing a number of options including the possible sale of the coal assets or an asset integration with other similar operations. Financial position The net assets of the consolidated group increased in 2017, with non‐current assets significantly higher due to the completion of the lithium project DFS and the commencement of the construction phase of the Lithium Project. Funds were sourced from a $41.6 million placement to Shaanxi J&R Optimum Energy Co Ltd during the year. Risk Development of Altura’s lithium project is subject to the ability of the Company and its advisors to successfully complete construction of the lithium project, and to successfully commission the project into production in a timely manner. The Company is also subject to movements in international commodity prices, and being an Australian based company, foreign exchange movements. DIVIDENDS There were no dividends paid or declared during the year ended 30 June 2017 (2016: Nil). SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN THE STATE OF AFFAIRS There were no other significant changes in the nature of the Group’s principal activities during the financial year, other than as discussed in the financial report and elsewhere in this Directors Report. MATTERS SUBSEQUENT TO THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR Subsequent to the end of the financial year, Altura completed a project funding package for construction and commissioning of the Pilgangoora Lithium Project in the Pilbara region of Western Australia (see ASX release on 28 July 2017). Completion of the funding package was the final prerequisite to enable the Company to complete construction and commissioning of the mine and to move into production in the first half of calendar 2018. The key details of the facility are: Senior secured loan notes issued to raise a total of US$110 million Leading US and Swiss based investment management groups to provide the loan note facility package Funding to be provided in two (2) tranches with Tranche 1 (approximately US$33 million before costs) settlement occurring on 4 August 2017 and Tranche 2 (US$77 million before costs) scheduled to settle by 21 September 2017 FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS, PROSPECTS AND BUSINESS STRATEGIES The Group will focus on completing the construction of the Pilgangoora Lithium Project and commencement commercial operations as soon as possible. The Group intends to divest is interests in the coal projects as soon as practical so it can focus on its lithium project. ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE The Group is committed to achieving a high standard of environmental performance. The Board of Directors is responsible for regular monitoring of environmental exposures and compliance with environmental regulations. The Group complied with its environmental performance obligations during the year. 4 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 DIRECTORS' REPORT continued Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 (CONTINUED) 17 INFORMATION ON DIRECTORS Mr James Brown (Managing Director) Qualifications Graduate Diploma in Mining from University of Ballarat Experience Mr Brown is a mining engineer with more than 30 years' experience in the coal mining industry in Australia and Indonesia, including 22 years at New Hope Corporation. He was appointed as Managing Director of Altura in September 2010 and was previously Altura’s Group General Manager since December 2008. His coal development and operations experience includes the New Acland and Jeebropilly mines in South East Queensland, the Adaro and Multi Harapan Utama operations in Indonesia and Blair Athol in the Bowen Basin in Central Queensland. Other current directorships in listed entities Sayona Mining Limited Former directorships in last 3 years None Special responsibilities Chief Executive Officer Interests in shares 27,518,301 ordinary shares in Altura Mining Limited Mr Paul Mantell (Executive Director) Qualifications Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Queensland and a Fellow of CPA Australia Experience Mr Mantell is an accountant with more than 35 years’ corporate experience in the mining and associated industries. He has been involved in all aspects of accounting and finance, financial reporting, taxation and administration, including the responsibilities of an ASX listed entity. He has previously arranged finance for mining and infrastructure projects both in Australia and Indonesia and has set up corporate, administrative and financial systems to support new and expanding mining operations. He was appointed a director on 25 May 2009. Other current directorships in listed entities None Former directorships in last 3 years None Special responsibilities Chief Financial Officer Interests in shares and options 33,003,084 ordinary shares in Altura Mining Limited 5 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 18 DIRECTORS' REPORT continued Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 (CONTINUED) INFORMATION ON DIRECTORS (continued) Mr Allan Buckler (Non‐Executive Director) Qualifications Certificate in Mine Surveying and Mining, First Class Mine Managers Certificate and a Mine Surveyor Certificate issued by the Queensland Government’s Department of Mines Experience Mr Buckler has over 45 years’ experience in the mining industry and has taken lead roles in the establishment of several leading mining and port operations in both Australia and Indonesia. Significant operations such as PT Adaro Indonesia, PT Indonesia Bulk Terminal and New Hope Coal Australia have been developed under his leadership. He is a former Director and Chief Operations Officer of New Hope Corporation. Mr Buckler was appointed a director on 18 December 2008. Other current directorships in listed entities Sayona Mining Limited Former directorships in last 3 years None Special responsibilities Member of the Audit & Risk Committee Member of the Remuneration & Nomination Committee Interests in shares and options 177,293,692 ordinary shares in Altura Mining Limited Mr Dan O’Neill (Independent Non‐Executive Director) Qualifications Bachelor of Science in geology from the University of Western Australia Experience Mr O’Neill was appointed a director on 18 December 2008. He has held positions with a number of Australian and multinational exploration companies and has managed exploration programs in a diverse range of environments and locations including Botswana, North America, South East Asia, North Africa and Australasia. During his 35 years’ experience, he has held executive management positions with ASX listed companies and has worked on a range of commodities including diamonds, gold, base metals, coal, oil and gas. Other current directorships in listed entities Sayona Mining Limited Former directorships in last 3 years None Special responsibilities Chairman of the Remuneration & Nomination Committee Member of the Audit & Risk Committee Interests in shares and options 14,433,336 ordinary shares in Altura Mining Limited 6 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 DIRECTORS' REPORT continued Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 (CONTINUED) 19 INFORMATION ON DIRECTORS (continued) Mr Beng Teik Kuan (Independent Non‐Executive Director) Qualifications Bachelor of Engineering (University of Malaya) Experience Mr Kuan is an engineer with considerable experience in bulk handling and terminal operations, including responsibility for the development and management of the Pulau Laut Coal Terminal in South Kalimantan, Indonesia. He also has experience in Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore with tin dredging operations, managing rubber, palm oil and cocoa processing factories, and managing palm oil bulk terminals. He was appointed a director on 28 November 2007. Other current directorships in listed entities None Former directorships in last 3 years None Special responsibilities Chairman of the Audit & Risk Committee Member of the Remuneration & Nomination Committee Interests in shares and options 20,900,000 ordinary shares in Altura Mining Limited Mr Zhao Tong (Non‐Executive Director) Qualifications Bachelor of Science (Peking University, China) Experience Mr Zhao Tong has over 25 years’ experience in the international trade of metals and minerals, and has worked for China Shaanxi Metals and Minerals International Trade Co. Ltd. Mr Tong has been the Director of the Lithium Division of J&R Optimum since October 2016. He was appointed a Director in March 2017. Other current directorships in listed entities None Former directorships in last 3 years None Special responsibilities Nil Interests in shares and options Nil COMPANY SECRETARY Mr Damon Cox Mr Cox is a Chartered Secretary, and a CPA. He has over 30 years’ experience in various roles including corporate governance, compliance, treasury and strategic policy advice. 7 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 20 DIRECTORS' REPORT continued Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 (CONTINUED) REMUNERATION REPORT (Audited) This report details the nature and amount of remuneration for directors and other key management personnel. Remuneration Policy The Company’s policy is to remunerate fairly and in line with companies of similar size, operations and in the same industry. Individual remuneration decisions are made by the Remuneration & Nomination Committee taking into account the following factors: The responsibility of the role; Experience of the employee; Past performance and future expectations; and Industry conditions and trends. In order to retain and attract key management personnel of sufficient calibre to facilitate the efficient and effective management of the Company’s operations, the Remuneration & Nomination Committee may seek the advice of external advisors in connection with the structure of remuneration packages. Remuneration packages may contain the following key elements: a) b) c) Primary benefits ‐ salary/fees, bonuses and non‐monetary benefits including the provision of a motor vehicle; Post‐employment benefits ‐ including superannuation and prescribed retirement benefits; and Equity ‐ performance rights and share options granted under the Long‐Term Incentive Plan as disclosed in Note 24 to the financial statements. None of the Company’s personnel remuneration packages are linked directly to the Company’s profitability or other measure of performance. The Company maintains a Long‐Term Incentive Plan under which employees may be granted performance rights and share options which vest subject to service conditions being met. Directors may also be allocated performance rights and/or options as an incentive. During the 2017 year, directors were issued with shares on the vesting of previously issued performance rights. Performance‐based remuneration The Company currently has performance based remuneration in place as disclosed in Note 24. Group Performance, Shareholder Wealth and Director and Executive Remuneration The Group has recorded the following earnings from continuing operations over the last five years: Revenues and sundry income EBITDA * NPBT * NPAT * Dividends paid 2017 1,600,959 (6,417,320) (6,448,799) (5,914,752) ‐ 2016 1,485,611 (11,290,052) (30,839,474) (31,618,016) ‐ 2015 4,779,039 (15,861,975) (16,947,795) (17,268,152) ‐ 2014 7,610,019 (5,588,222) (6,530,675) (7,017,662) ‐ 2013 7,370,049 (535,167) (1,044,269) (979,641) ‐ * Definitions: EBITDA = Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation NPBT = Net profit before tax NPAT = Net profit after tax & minority interest 8 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 DIRECTORS' REPORT continued Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 (CONTINUED) 21 REMUNERATION REPORT (Audited) (continued) Key Management Personnel Remuneration Policy The Remuneration & Nomination Committee reviews the remuneration packages of all directors and key management personnel on an annual basis. Remuneration packages are reviewed and determined with due regard to relevant market conditions and individual’s experience and qualification and are benchmarked against comparable industry salaries. Payment of bonuses and share based compensation benefits is discretionary. Employment Contracts of Key Management Personnel Contracts of employment are given to key management personnel at time of employment. Details are as follows: James Brown, Managing Director ‐ the agreement is of no fixed term and allows for payment of a monthly cash salary in US dollars, reviewed each year, plus allowances. Three months’ notice of termination by either party is required, with a separation allowance equivalent to one year’s salary and entitlements to be paid if employment is terminated by the Company. Paul Mantell, Executive Director – the agreement is of no fixed term and allows for payment of an annual cash salary, reviewed each year, and superannuation. Provision of a motor vehicle or equivalent allowance and other non‐cash benefits is included. Three months’ notice of termination by either party is required, with a separation allowance equivalent to one year’s gross salary to be paid if employment was terminated by the Company. Chris Evans, General Manager, Operations ‐ the agreement is of no fixed term and allows for payment of an annual cash salary, reviewed each year, and superannuation. Three months’ notice of termination by either party is required, with a separation allowance equivalent to one month’s salary for every completed year of service up to a maximum of six months’ salary will be paid if employment was terminated by the Company. Noel Young, Group Financial Controller – the agreement is of no fixed term and allows for payment of an annual cash salary in US dollars, reviewed each year, plus allowances. Two months’ notice of termination by either party is required, with a separation allowance equivalent to six month’s gross salary to be paid if employment is terminated by the Company. Damon Cox, Company Secretary ‐ the agreement is of no fixed term and allows for payment of an annual cash salary, reviewed each year, and superannuation. Provision of a motor vehicle is included. Two months’ notice of termination by either party is required, with a separation allowance equivalent to six month’s gross salary to be paid if employment is terminated by the Company. 9 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 22 DIRECTORS' REPORT continued Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 (CONTINUED) REMUNERATION REPORT (Audited) (continued) Key Management Personnel Remuneration 2017 Name Short‐term benefits Cash salary and fees $ Bonus $ Non‐ monetary benefits $ Post employment Share based payments Total Super‐ annuation $ Performance rights $ Bonus $ $ Performance rights as a percentage of Total % Non‐executive directors A Buckler D O’Neill B Kuan Z Tong # Sub total non‐executive directors Executive directors J Brown P Mantell Other key management personnel C Evans N Young D Cox Total for key management personnel compensation Total compensation 60,000 72,000 54,000 19,000 205,000 413,790 322,000 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 5,700 6,840 24,840 ‐ 3,885 3,885 3,885 ‐ 37,380 11,655 91,391 12,650 ‐ 28,025 38,852 19,425 220,000 35,000 ‐ 24,225 226,788 132,500 ‐ ‐ 75,229 23,353 ‐ 12,587 3,213 7,770 7,770 1,315,078 35,000 202,623 64,837 77,030 1,520,078 35,000 202,623 102,217 88,685 # Mr Zhao Tong joined the Altura Board in March 2017 No termination payments or long service leave payments were made during the year 5.6% 4.7% 4.7% ‐ 7.1% 5.1% 1.1% 2.5% 4.4% ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 69,585 82,725 82,725 19,000 254,035 544,033 382,100 282,438 309,787 176,210 1,694,568 1,948,603 10 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 DIRECTORS' REPORT continued Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 (CONTINUED) REMUNERATION REPORT (Audited) (continued) 23 2016 Name Short‐term benefits Cash salary and fees $ Bonus $ Non‐ monetary benefits $ Post employment Share based payments Total Super‐ annuation $ Performance rights $ Bonus $ $ Performance rights as a percentage of Total % Non‐executive directors A Buckler D O’Neill B Kuan P Mantell # Sub total non‐executive directors Executive directors J Brown P Mantell ^ Other key management personnel C Evans N Young D Cox Total for key management personnel compensation Total compensation 30,000 36,000 23,000 ‐ 89,000 346,223 111,834 191,026 205,737 125,000 979,820 1,068,820 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 2,850 3,420 16,420 4,770 4,770 4,770 6,624 ‐ 23,850 88,200 88,200 88,200 88,200 125,820 132,390 132,390 118,674 6,624 22,690 38,160 352,800 509,274 94,913 3,312 ‐ 69,223 20,177 ‐ 47,700 88,200 577,036 14,012 ‐ ‐ 129,158 18,147 3,810 11,875 9,540 9,540 9,540 16,500 235,213 ‐ ‐ 288,310 166,592 187,625 47,844 76,320 104,700 1,396,309 194,249 70,534 114,480 457,500 1,905,583 3.8 3.6 3.9 20.1 8.3 ‐ 4.1 3.3 5.7 # Non‐executive director until 29 February 2016 ^ Executive director from 1 March 2016 No termination payments or long service leave payments were made during the year. 11 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 24 DIRECTORS' REPORT continued Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 (CONTINUED) REMUNERATION REPORT (Audited) (continued) The following shares were issued to directors and key management personnel on the vesting of performance rights during the year ended 30 June 2017: Number issued Issue date Value per share at issue date $ 1,000,000 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 400,000 200,000 200,000 2,600,000 9/12/16 9/12/16 9/12/16 9/12/16 9/12/16 9/12/16 9/12/16 9/12/16 0.1415 0.1415 0.1415 0.1415 0.1415 0.1415 0.1415 0.1415 J Brown P Mantell A Buckler D O’Neill BT Kuan C Evans N Young D Cox Options There were no new options issued to directors and key management personnel as part of their remuneration for the year ended 30 June 2017, and there are no options on issue as at 30 June 2017. Performance Rights In 2014 the Company established a new Long‐Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) to assist in the reward and retention of directors and employees. A total of 8,100,000 rights were granted in December 2014 to directors (with shareholder approval), key management personnel and other senior staff. A further 1,450,000 rights were granted to key management personnel and other senior staff in the year ended 30 June 2016, and another 1,350,000 were granted in the year ended 30 June 2017. The rights awarded during the year were granted for no consideration. No amount is payable on the vesting of the rights. The rights will vest and automatically convert to ordinary shares in the Company following the satisfaction of the service conditions. The following performance rights were on issue to directors and key management personnel as at 30 June 2017: J Brown P Mantell A Buckler D O’Neill BT Kuan C Evans N Young D Cox Granted number 1,000,000 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 400,000 200,000 200,000 2,600,000 Vesting 30 Nov 2017 1,000,000 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 400,000 200,000 200,000 2,600,000 End of Audited Remuneration Report 12 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 (CONTINUED) DIRECTORS' REPORT continued Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 (CONTINUED) 25 REMUNERATION REPORT (Audited) (continued) MEETINGS OF DIRECTORS The following shares were issued to directors and key management personnel on the vesting of performance rights during the year ended 30 June 2017: Number issued Issue date Value per share at issue date 1,000,000 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 400,000 200,000 200,000 2,600,000 9/12/16 9/12/16 9/12/16 9/12/16 9/12/16 9/12/16 9/12/16 9/12/16 $ 0.1415 0.1415 0.1415 0.1415 0.1415 0.1415 0.1415 0.1415 J Brown P Mantell A Buckler D O’Neill BT Kuan C Evans N Young D Cox Options Performance Rights employees. There were no new options issued to directors and key management personnel as part of their remuneration for the year ended 30 June 2017, and there are no options on issue as at 30 June 2017. A total of 8,100,000 rights were granted in December 2014 to directors (with shareholder approval), key management personnel and other senior staff. A further 1,450,000 rights were granted to key management personnel and other senior staff in the year ended 30 June 2016, and another 1,350,000 were granted in the year ended 30 June 2017. The rights awarded during the year were granted for no consideration. No amount is payable on the vesting of the rights. The rights will vest and automatically convert to ordinary shares in the Company following the satisfaction of the service conditions. The following performance rights were on issue to directors and key management personnel as at 30 June 2017: J Brown P Mantell A Buckler D O’Neill BT Kuan C Evans N Young D Cox Granted number 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 400,000 200,000 200,000 Vesting 30 Nov 2017 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 400,000 200,000 200,000 2,600,000 2,600,000 End of Audited Remuneration Report The following table sets out the number of directors’ meetings (including meetings of committees of directors) held during the financial year and the number of meetings attended by each director (while they were a director or committee member). During the financial year there were 6 Directors’ meetings, 3 Audit & Risk Committee meetings and 3 Remuneration & Nomination Committee meetings held. Directors’ Meetings Audit & Risk Committee Number eligible to attend 6 6 6 6 6 2 Number attended 6 6 5 6 6 2 Number eligible to attend ‐ ‐ 3 3 3 ‐ Number attended ‐ ‐ 2 3 3 ‐ Remuneration & Nomination Committee Number eligible to attend ‐ ‐ 3 3 3 ‐ Number attended ‐ ‐ 2 3 3 ‐ J Brown P Mantell A Buckler D O’Neill B Kuan Z Tong INDEMNIFICATION AND INSURANCE OF DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS The Company has entered into Deeds of Indemnity with all of its directors in accordance with the Company’s Constitution. During the financial year the Company paid a premium to insure the directors, officers and managers of the Company and its controlled entities. The insurance contract requires that the amount of the premium paid is kept confidential. In 2014 the Company established a new Long‐Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) to assist in the reward and retention of directors and OPTIONS At the date of signing this report, there were no unissued ordinary shares of Altura Mining Limited under option. WARRANTS Under the terms of the US$110 million debt facility announced on 28 July 2017, the lenders are to receive a total of 72,644,513 warrants. Since the Company does not currently have sufficient placement capacity under the ASX Listing Rules to immediately issue the warrants, the approval of shareholders will need to be obtained at the Company’s annual general meeting in November 2017. Following shareholder approval, the warrants will be issued. PROCEEDINGS ON BEHALF OF THE COMPANY No person has applied for leave of the Court to bring proceedings on behalf of the Company or intervene in any proceedings to which the Company is a party for the purpose of taking responsibility on behalf of the Company for all or any part of those proceedings. 1,000,000 1,000,000 The Company was not party to any such proceedings during the year. NON‐AUDIT SERVICES The Company’s auditor, PKF Hacketts Audit, did not provide any non‐audit services to the Company during the year ended 30 June 2017. ROUNDING OF AMOUNTS The company is of a kind referred to ASIC Legislative Instrument 2016/191, relating to the ‘rounding off’ of amounts in the directors’ report and financial report. Amounts in the directors’ report and financial report have been rounded off to the nearest thousand dollars in accordance with the instrument. 12 13 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities 26 DIRECTORS' REPORT continued Directors’ Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 (CONTINUED) AUDITOR’S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION The auditor’s independence declaration for the year ended 30 June 2017 has been received and is included on page 15 of the annual report. Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Directors made pursuant to Section 298(2) of the Corporations Act 2001. On behalf of the Directors, BT Kuan Director Perth, 20 September 2017 14 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 27 AUDITOR’S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION UNDER SECTION 307C OF THE CORPORATIONS ACT 2001 TO THE DIRECTORS OF ALTURA MINING LIMITED I declare that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, during the year ended 30 June 2017, there have been: (a) no contraventions of the auditor independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 in relation to the audit; and (b) no contraventions of any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit. PKF HACKETTS AUDIT Liam Murphy Partner Brisbane, 20 September 2017 15 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities 28 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF PROFIT AND LOSS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 Continuing operations Revenue Cost of sales Operating profit / (loss) Other income Foreign exchange movement gain/(loss) Sundry income Expenses Administration costs Employee benefits expense Exploration costs written off Other expenses Financing costs Impairment on equity accounted asset Impairment of property, plant and equipment Share of net profit / (loss) of equity accounted investee, net of tax Profit / (loss) before income tax Income tax (expense) / benefit Profit / (loss) after income tax from continuing operations Discontinued operations Loss from discontinued operations after tax Net profit / (loss) for the year Profit / (loss) attributable to: Owners of Altura Mining Limited Non‐controlling interest Earnings per share for profit from continuing operations attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the company: Basic earnings / (loss) per share (cents per share) Diluted earnings / (loss) per share (cents per share) Earnings per share for profit attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the company: Basic earnings / (loss) per share (cents per share) Diluted earnings / (loss) per share (cents per share) Note 5(a) 5(c) 5(b) 5(f) 15 5(d) 5(e) 17,26(c) 14 26(c) 7(a) 3 6 6 6 6 2017 $’000 1,271 (1,069) 202 (1,371) 331 (3,030) (2,272) ‐ (167) ‐ (18) ‐ (124) (6,449) 534 (5,915) (250) (6,165) (6,127) (38) (6,165) (0.44) (0.44) (0.45) (0.45) 2016 $’000 1,350 (2,112) (762) 1,006 135 (3,837) (2,668) (3,895) (51) (277) (18,480) (261) (1,513) (30,603) (778) (31,381) (237) (31,618) (31,499) (119) (31,618) (3.48) (3.48) (3.50) (3.50) The above Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss should be read in conjunction with the accompanying Notes. 16 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF Consolidated Statement of Other Comprehensive Income OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 29 Profit / (loss) for the year Other comprehensive income / (loss) for the year Items that may be reclassified to profit and loss Changes in the fair value of available‐for‐sale financial assets Exchange differences on translation of foreign controlled entities Other comprehensive income / (loss) for the year, net of tax Total comprehensive income / (loss) for the year Total comprehensive income / (loss) attributable to: Members of the parent entity Non‐controlling interest Note 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 (6,165) (31,618) (509) 1,438 929 (5,236) (5,221) (15) (5,236) 760 (409) 351 (31,267) (31,132) (135) (31,267) Impairment on equity accounted asset Impairment of property, plant and equipment Share of net profit / (loss) of equity accounted investee, net of tax 17,26(c) 14 26(c) The above Consolidated Statement of Other Comprehensive Income should be read in conjunction with the accompanying Notes. Foreign exchange movement gain/(loss) Continuing operations Revenue Cost of sales Operating profit / (loss) Other income Sundry income Expenses Administration costs Employee benefits expense Exploration costs written off Other expenses Financing costs Profit / (loss) before income tax Income tax (expense) / benefit Profit / (loss) after income tax from continuing operations Discontinued operations Loss from discontinued operations after tax Net profit / (loss) for the year Profit / (loss) attributable to: Owners of Altura Mining Limited Non‐controlling interest Note 5(a) 5(c) 5(b) 5(f) 15 5(d) 5(e) 7(a) 3 6 6 6 6 2017 $’000 1,271 (1,069) 202 (1,371) 331 (3,030) (2,272) ‐ ‐ ‐ (167) (18) (124) (6,449) 534 (5,915) (250) (6,165) (6,127) (38) (6,165) (0.44) (0.44) (0.45) (0.45) 2016 $’000 1,350 (2,112) (762) 1,006 135 (3,837) (2,668) (3,895) (51) (277) (18,480) (261) (1,513) (30,603) (778) (31,381) (237) (31,618) (31,499) (119) (31,618) (3.48) (3.48) (3.50) (3.50) Earnings per share for profit from continuing operations attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the company: Basic earnings / (loss) per share (cents per share) Diluted earnings / (loss) per share (cents per share) Earnings per share for profit attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the company: Basic earnings / (loss) per share (cents per share) Diluted earnings / (loss) per share (cents per share) The above Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss should be read in conjunction with the accompanying Notes. 16 17 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities 30 CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET AS AT 30 JUNE 2017 AS AT 30 JUNE 2017 Consolidated Balance Sheet Current assets Cash and cash equivalents Trade and other receivables Held to maturity investments Inventories Current tax prepaid Other current assets Assets classified as held for sale Total current assets Non‐current assets Other receivables Available‐for‐sale financial assets Property, plant and equipment Exploration and evaluation Mine development at cost Investments accounted for using the equity method Deferred tax asset Total non‐current assets Total assets Current liabilities Trade and other payables Borrowings Short term provisions Liabilities classified as held for sale Total current liabilities Non‐current liabilities Borrowings Provisions Total non‐current liabilities Total liabilities Net assets Equity Contributed equity Reserves Accumulated losses Capital and reserves attributable to owners of Altura Mining Limited Non‐controlling interest Total equity Note 8 9 11 10 12 3 9 13 14 15 16 17 21(c) 18 19 20 3 19 22 23 24 2017 $’000 13,271 3,336 52 1 272 333 8,820 26,085 ‐ 824 850 1,226 59,353 ‐ ‐ 62,253 88,338 9,198 15,677 842 1,753 27,470 ‐ 3,918 3,918 31,388 56,950 146,556 595 (90,460) 56,691 259 56,950 2016 $’000 22,132 1,126 50 1 248 461 ‐ 24,018 2,482 1,333 526 14,394 ‐ 144 ‐ 18,879 42,897 2,072 ‐ 847 ‐ 2,919 18,437 ‐ 18,437 21,356 21,541 105,840 (240) (84,333) 21,267 274 21,541 The above Consolidated Balance Sheet should be read in conjunction with the accompanying Notes. 18 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity CHANGES IN EQUITY FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 31 Contributed equity Accumulated losses Option & performance rights reserve Change in fair value ‐ market valuation Foreign currency translation reserve Non‐ controlling interests Total $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 Balance as at 30 June 2015 78,904 (53,672) 1,019 43 (883) 409 25,820 Total comprehensive income for the year ‐ (31,499) Transactions with owners in their capacity as owners: Issue of shares – employee bonus payment Issue of shares – loan repayment Contributions of equity, net of transaction costs Transfer from share based payment reserve to equity Employee share schemes – value of employee services Transfer from option reserve on expiry of options Sub‐Total 546 360 25,847 183 ‐ ‐ 26,936 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 838 838 Balance as at 30 June 2016 105,840 (84,333) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (183) 235 (838) (786) 233 760 (393) (135) (31,267) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 546 360 25,847 ‐ 235 ‐ 26,988 803 (1,276) 274 21,541 Balance as at 30 June 2016 105,840 (84,333) 233 803 (1,276) 274 21,541 Total comprehensive income for the year ‐ (6,127) Transactions with owners in their capacity as owners: Issue of shares – employee bonus payment Issue of shares – Share purchase plan Contributions of equity, net of transaction costs Transfer from share based payment reserve to equity Employee share schemes – value of employee services Sub‐Total 70 773 39,640 233 ‐ 40,716 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ Balance as at 30 June 2017 146,556 (90,460) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (233) 162 (71) 162 (509) 1,415 (15) (5,236) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 70 773 39,640 ‐ 162 40,645 294 139 259 56,950 The above Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity should be read in conjunction with the accompanying Notes. 19 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities 32 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows Note 29(b) Cash flows from operating activities Receipts from customers Payments to suppliers and employees Sundry income Interest received Interest paid Income tax paid Net cash used in operating activities Cash flows from investing activities Expenditure on exploration and evaluation activities Purchase of property, plant and equipment Proceeds / (payments) from held to maturity investments Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment Net cash (used in) / provided by investing activities Cash flows from financing activities Proceeds from the issue of shares ‐ net of transaction costs Payment of hire purchase liabilities Repayment of borrowings Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities Net increase / (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents held Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of year Effect of exchange rate changes on cash holdings in foreign currencies Cash and cash equivalents at the end of year 29(a) 2017 $’000 1,473 (7,731) 62 319 ‐ 320 (5,557) (8,566) (35,019) ‐ 4 (43,581) 40,309 ‐ ‐ 40,309 (8,829) 22,132 5 13,308 2016 $’000 2,293 (6,369) 82 23 (8) (75) (4,054) (3,100) (12) 1,230 168 (1,714) 25,848 (11) (20) 25,817 20,049 2,092 (9) 22,132 Non cash investing and financing activities Share based payments Repayment of Directors and management loan facility by the issue of shares 24 (70) ‐ (546) (360) The above Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows should be read in conjunction with the accompanying Notes. 20 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Notes to the Financial Statements FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 33 This financial report includes the consolidated financial statements and notes of Altura Mining Limited (the ‘Company’) and controlled entities (‘Consolidated Group’ or ‘Group’). Altura Mining Limited is a company limited by shares, incorporated and domiciled in Australia, whose shares are publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange. The separate financial statements of the parent entity, Altura Mining Limited, have not been presented within this financial report as permitted by amendments made to the Corporations Act 2001. The Group is a for‐profit entity for financial reporting purposes under Australian Accounting Standards. The financial statements were authorised for issue on 20 September 2017 by the directors of the Company. 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES a) Basis of preparation The financial report is a general purpose financial report that has been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, Australian Accounting Interpretations, other authoritative pronouncements of the Australian Accounting Standards Board and the Corporations Act 2001. Compliance with Australian Accounting Standards ensures that the financial statements and notes also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”). The following is a summary of the material accounting policies adopted by the Consolidated Group in the preparation of the financial report. The financial report has been prepared on an accruals basis. The accounting policies have been consistently applied, unless otherwise stated. i) Going concern principle of accounting Notwithstanding the Group’s reporting of an operating loss after income tax of $5.9 million for the year, generating negative cash flows from operations of $5.6 million and as at 30 June 2017 having a deficiency of net current assets of $1.4 million, the financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis as the Company’s directors believe that the Group will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due and payable. This year’s current liabilities include liabilities of $1.8 million associated with the Tabalong group which have been reclassified as current as the asset has now been classified as held for sale. Also included within current liabilities this year are borrowings of $15.7 million (30 June 2016: non‐current $16.8 million) representing the amount owing to the vendors of Evora Mining Inc. which will be repaid within the next 12 months. Given the above, the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern is dependent on the sale of the Tabalong asset to extinguish these liabilities, the forecast return to profitability and the ongoing support of shareholders. Directors are confident that the Tabalong asset listed for sale will be sold within the next 12 months based on current interest which has increased recently due to strengthening coal prices in the market. Directors are also confident that the fully funded Pilgangoora Lithium project will be successfully completed and commissioned into production for Q1 2018, and is forecast to generate considerable cash flow sufficient to return the group to profitability and achieve positive cash flows from operations. The directors are confident that the sale of its coal assets and commencement of commercial production and sale of lithium will address the deficiency in net current assets within 12 months. This together with the ongoing support of lenders and shareholders will ensure the consolidated entity is a going concern and will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due and payable. ii) New accounting standards for application in future periods Accounting Standards issued by the AASB that are not yet mandatorily applicable to the Group, together with an assessment of the potential impact of such pronouncements on the Group when adopted in future periods, are discussed below: AASB 9: Financial Instruments and associated Amending Standards (applicable for annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2018). The Standard will be applicable retrospectively (subject to the provisions on hedge accounting outlined below) and includes revised requirements for the classification and measurement of financial instruments, revised recognition and derecognition requirements for financial instruments and simplified requirements for hedge accounting. 21 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 34 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) ii) New accounting standards for application in future periods (continued) The key changes that may affect the Group on initial application include certain simplifications to the classification of financial assets, simplifications to the accounting of embedded derivatives, upfront accounting for expected credit loss, and the irrevocable election to recognise gains and losses on investments in equity instruments that are not held for trading in other comprehensive income. AASB 9 also introduces a new model for hedge accounting that will allow greater flexibility in the ability to hedge risk, particularly with respect to hedges of non‐financial items. Should the entity elect to change its hedge policies in line with the new hedge accounting requirements of the Standard, the application of such accounting would be largely prospective Although the directors do not anticipate that the adoption of AASB 9 will have a material impact on the Group’s financial instruments, including hedging activity, it is impracticable at this stage to provide a reasonable estimate of such impact. AASB 15: Revenue from Contracts with Customers (applicable to annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2018, as deferred by AASB 2015‐8: Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Effective Date of AASB 15). This Standard is not expected to significantly impact the Group’s financial statements. AASB 16: Leases (applicable for annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2019). When effective, this Standard will replace the current accounting requirements applicable to leases in AASB 117: Leases and related Interpretations. AASB 16 introduces a single lessee accounting model that eliminates the requirement for leases to be classified as operating or finance leases. The main changes introduced by the new Standard include: recognition of a right‐to‐use asset and liability for all leases (excluding short‐term leases with less than 12 months of tenure and leases relating to low‐value assets; depreciation of right‐to‐use asset in line with AASB 116: Property, Plant and Equipment in profit or loss and unwinding of the liability in principal and interest components; variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate are included in the initial measurement of the lease liability using the index or rate at the commencement date; by applying a practical expedient, a lessee is permitted to elect not to separate non‐lease components and instead account for all components as a lease; and additional disclosure requirements. The transitional provisions of AASB 16 allow a lessee to either retrospectively apply the Standard to comparatives in line with AASB 108 or recognize the cumulative effect of retrospective applications as an adjustment to opening equity on the date of initial application. Although the directors anticipate that the adoption of AASB 16 will impact the Group’s financial statements, it is impracticable at this stage to provide a reasonable estimate of such impact. iii) Impact of standards issued but not yet applied by the Group The Group has not applied any accounting standards or amendments for the first time for the annual reporting period commencing 1 July 2016. iv) Historical cost convention Except for cash flow information, the financial statements have been prepared on an accruals basis and are based on historical costs, modified, where applicable, by the measurement at fair value of selected non‐current assets, financial assets and financial liabilities. 22 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) v) Critical accounting estimates 35 The preparation of financial statements requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires management to exercise its judgement in the process of applying the Group’s accounting policies. The areas including a high degree of judgement or complexity, or areas where assumptions and estimates are significant to the financial statements are disclosed in Note 1n. b) Carrying value of exploration and evaluation expenditure The Group has capitalised exploration and evaluation expenditure of $1.226 million as at 30 June 2016 (2016: $14.394 million). This amount is after a transfer to Mine development at cost of $15.459 million during the year for drilling and analysis, feasibility study and employee remuneration costs for the lithium project and a reclassification exploration expenditure to Assets held for sale of $6.092 million. Exploration and evaluation expenditure is capitalised as an intangible asset until the Company has completed its assessment of the existence or otherwise of recoverable resources. The ultimate recovery of the carrying value of exploration expenditure is dependent upon the successful development and commercial exploitation or, alternatively, sale of the interest in the tenements. Until exploration and evaluation activities have reached a stage where the assessment is complete, including the forecasting of cash flows to assess the fair value of the expenditure, there is an uncertainty as to the carrying value of the expenditure. The Directors are of the opinion that the exploration expenditure is recoverable for the amount stated in the financial report. c) Principles of consolidation i) Subsidiaries The consolidated financial statements incorporate the assets and liabilities of all subsidiaries of Altura Mining Limited (‘Company’ or ‘Parent Entity’) as at 30 June 2017 and the results of the subsidiaries for the year then ended. Altura Mining Limited and its subsidiaries together are referred to in this financial report as the Group or Consolidated Entity. The Group controls an entity when the Group is exposed to, or has rights to variable returns from its involvement with the entity and has the ability to affect those returns through its power over the entity. A list of controlled entities is contained in Note 26 to the financial statements. All Australian controlled entities have a June financial year‐end and all other controlled entities have a December financial year end. All inter‐company balances and transactions between entities in the Group, including any unrealised profits or losses, have been eliminated on consolidation. Accounting policies of subsidiaries have been changed where necessary to ensure consistencies with those policies applied by the Group. Where controlled entities have entered or left the Group during the year, their operating results have been included from the date control was obtained or until the date control ceased. Non‐controlling interests, being that portion of the profit or loss and net assets of subsidiaries attributable to equity interests held by persons outside the Group, are shown separately within the equity section of the Consolidated Balance Sheet and in the Consolidated Income Statement. Losses applicable to the non‐controlling interest in a consolidated subsidiary are allocated against the controlling interest except to the extent that the non‐controlling interest has a binding obligation and is able to make additional investment to cover the losses. If in future years the subsidiary reports profits, such profits are allocated to the controlling interest until the non‐controlling interest’s share of losses previously absorbed by the controlling interest have been recovered. The acquisition method of accounting is used to account for business combinations by the Group. 23 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 36 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) ii) Associates Associates are all entities over which the Group has significant influence but not control or joint control, generally accompanying a shareholding between 20% and 50% of voting rights. Investments in associates are accounted for using the equity method of accounting, after initially being recognised at cost. The Group’s investments in associates includes goodwill identified on acquisition. The Group’s share of its associates post‐acquisition profit or losses is recognised in profit or loss, and its share of post‐acquisition other comprehensive income is recognised in other comprehensive income. The cumulative post‐ acquisition movements are adjusted against the carrying amount of the investment. Dividends receivable from associates are recognised as a reduction in the carrying amount of the investment. iii) Changes in ownership interests The Group treats transactions with non‐controlling interests that do not result in a loss of control as transactions with equity owners of the Group. A change in ownership interest results in an adjustment between the carrying amounts of the controlling and non‐controlling interests to reflect their relative interests in the subsidiary. Any difference between the amount of the adjustment to non‐controlling interests and any consideration paid or received is recognised in a separate reserve within equity attributable to the owners of Altura Mining Limited. When the Group ceases to have control, joint control or significant influence, any retained interest in the entity is remeasured to its fair value with the change in carrying amount recognised in profit or loss. This fair value becomes the initial carrying amount for the purposes of subsequently accounting for the retained interest as an associate, jointly controlled entity or financial asset. In addition, any amounts previously recognised in other comprehensive income in respect of that entity are accounted for as if the Group had directly disposed of the related assets or liabilities. This may mean that amounts previously recognised in other comprehensive income are reclassified to profit or loss. If the ownership interest in a jointly controlled entity or an associate is reduced but joint control or significant influence is retained, only a proportionate share of the amounts previously recognised in other comprehensive income are reclassified to profit or loss where appropriate. d) Business combinations The acquisition method of accounting is used to account for all business combinations, including business combinations involving entities or businesses under common control, regardless of whether equity instruments or other assets are acquired. The consideration transferred for the acquisition of a subsidiary comprises the fair values of the assets transferred, the liabilities incurred and the equity interests issued by the Group. The consideration transferred also includes the fair value of any contingent consideration arrangement and the fair value of any pre‐existing equity interest in the subsidiary. Acquisition related costs are expensed as incurred with the exception of stamp duty. Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are, with limited exceptions, measured initially at their fair values at the acquisition date. On an acquisition by acquisition basis, the Group recognises any non‐controlling interest in the acquiree either at fair value or at the non‐controlling interest’s proportionate share of the acquiree’s net identifiable assets. The excess of the consideration transferred and the amount of any non‐controlling interest in the acquiree and the acquisition date fair value of any previous equity interest in the acquiree over the fair value of the Group’s share of the net identifiable assets acquired is recorded as goodwill. If those amounts are less than the fair value of the net identifiable assets of the subsidiary acquired and the measurement of all amounts has been reviewed, the difference is recognised directly in profit or loss as a gain on acquisition of subsidiaries. Where settlement of any part of cash consideration is deferred, the amounts payable in the future are discounted to their present value as at the date of exchange. The discount rate used is the entity’s incremental borrowing rate, being the rate at which a similar borrowing could be obtained from an independent financier under comparable terms and conditions. Contingent consideration is classified either as equity or a financial liability. Amounts classified as a financial liability are subsequently remeasured to fair value with changes in fair value recognised in profit or loss. 24 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 37 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) e) Income tax The charge for current income tax expense is based on the result for the year adjusted for any non‐assessable or disallowed items. It is calculated using the tax rates that have been enacted or are substantially enacted by the balance date for each jurisdiction, adjusted by changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities attributable to temporary differences and to unused tax losses. Deferred tax is accounted for using the balance sheet liability method in respect of temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements. No deferred income tax will be recognised from the initial recognition of an asset or liability, excluding a business combination, where there is no effect on accounting or taxable profit or loss. Deferred tax is calculated at the tax rates (and laws) that have been enacted, or substantially enacted by the end of the reporting period and are expected to apply to the period when the asset is realised or liability is settled. Deferred tax is credited in the income statement except where it relates to items that may be credited directly to equity, in which case the deferred tax is adjusted directly against equity. Deferred income tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that future tax profits will be available against which deductible temporary differences and unused tax losses can be utilised. The amount of benefits brought to account or which may be realised in the future is based on the assumption that no adverse change will occur in income taxation legislation and the anticipation that the economic entity will derive sufficient future assessable income to enable the benefit to be realised and comply with the conditions of deductibility imposed by the law. 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 tax liabilities are offset where the Group has a legally enforceable right to offset and intends to settle on a net basis, or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. Altura Mining Limited and some of its wholly‐owned Australian subsidiaries have formed an income tax consolidated group under the tax consolidation regime. Each entity in the group recognises its own current and deferred tax amounts, except for any deferred tax liabilities (or assets) resulting from unused tax losses and tax credits, which are immediately assumed by the parent entity. The current tax liability of each group entity is then subsequently assumed by the parent entity. The group notified the Australian Tax Office that it had formed an income tax consolidated group to apply from 1 July 2005. The tax consolidated group has entered a tax sharing agreement under which the wholly‐owned entities fully compensate Altura Mining Limited for any current tax payable assumed and are compensated by Altura Mining Limited for any current tax receivable and deferred tax assets relating to unused tax losses or unused tax credits that are transferred to Altura Mining Limited under the tax consolidated legislation. The amounts receivable/payable under the tax funding agreement are due upon receipt of the funding advice from the head entity, which is issued as soon as practicable after the end of each financial year. The head entity may also require payment of interim funding amounts to assist with its obligations to pay tax instalments. Assets or liabilities arising under tax funding agreements within the tax consolidated entities are recognised as current amounts receivable from or payable to other entities in the Group. Any difference between the amounts assumed and amounts receivable or payable under the tax funding agreement are recognised as a contribution to (or distribution from) wholly‐owned tax consolidated entities. 25 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities 38 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) f) Segment reporting Operating segments are reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided to the Chief Operating decision maker. The Chief Operating decision maker, who is responsible for allocating resources and assessing performance of the operating segments has been identified as the Board of Directors. g) Property, plant and equipment Each class of property, plant and equipment is carried at cost or fair value less, where applicable, any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Property Freehold land and buildings are measured on the cost basis. The carrying amount of land and buildings is reviewed annually by directors to ensure it is not in excess of the recoverable amount from these assets. Plant and equipment Plant and equipment are measured on the cost basis. Subsequent costs are included in the asset’s carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Group and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All other repairs and maintenance are charged to the income statement during the financial period in which they are incurred. The carrying amount of plant and equipment is reviewed annually to ensure it is not in excess of the recoverable amount from these assets. Mine development Mine development assets include all mining related development expenditure that is not included under land, buildings and plant and equipment. These capitalised costs are amortised over the life of the mine on a unit of production basis following the commencement of commercial production. A regular review is undertaken of each area of interest to determine the appropriateness of continuing to carry forward mine development costs in relation to that area of interest. Mine development is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the carrying value is greater than its estimated recoverable amount (on a CGU basis). Depreciation The depreciable amount of all fixed assets excluding freehold land, is depreciated on a straight‐line basis over their useful lives to the Group commencing from the time the asset is held ready for use. Leased assets are depreciated over the asset’s useful life or over the shorter of the assets useful life and the lease term if there is no reasonable certainty that the Group will obtain ownership at the end of the lease term. The depreciation rates used for each class of depreciable assets are: Class of Fixed Asset Plant and equipment Leased plant and equipment Mine development Depreciation Rate 20% ‐ 50% 12.5% units of production The asset’s residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at each balance date. An asset’s carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset’s carrying amount is greater than its estimated recoverable amount. Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with the carrying amount. These gains and losses are included in profit or loss. 26 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 39 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) f) Segment reporting h) Exploration and evaluation expenditure Operating segments are reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided to the Chief Operating decision maker. The Chief Operating decision maker, who is responsible for allocating resources and assessing performance of the operating segments has been identified as the Board of Directors. Each class of property, plant and equipment is carried at cost or fair value less, where applicable, any accumulated g) Property, plant and equipment depreciation and impairment losses. Property Freehold land and buildings are measured on the cost basis. The carrying amount of land and buildings is reviewed annually by directors to ensure it is not in excess of the recoverable amount from these assets. Plant and equipment from these assets. Mine development Plant and equipment are measured on the cost basis. Subsequent costs are included in the asset’s carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Group and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All other repairs and maintenance are charged to the income statement during the financial period in which they are incurred. The carrying amount of plant and equipment is reviewed annually to ensure it is not in excess of the recoverable amount Mine development assets include all mining related development expenditure that is not included under land, buildings and plant and equipment. These capitalised costs are amortised over the life of the mine on a unit of production basis following the commencement of commercial production. A regular review is undertaken of each area of interest to determine the appropriateness of continuing to carry forward mine development costs in relation to that area of interest. Mine development is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the carrying value is greater than its estimated recoverable amount (on a CGU basis). Depreciation The depreciable amount of all fixed assets excluding freehold land, is depreciated on a straight‐line basis over their useful lives to the Group commencing from the time the asset is held ready for use. Leased assets are depreciated over the asset’s useful life or over the shorter of the assets useful life and the lease term if there is no reasonable certainty that the Group will obtain ownership at the end of the lease term. The depreciation rates used for each class of depreciable assets are: Class of Fixed Asset Plant and equipment Leased plant and equipment Mine development Depreciation Rate 20% ‐ 50% 12.5% units of production The asset’s residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at each balance date. An asset’s carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset’s carrying amount is greater than its estimated recoverable amount. Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with the carrying amount. These gains and losses are included in profit or loss. Exploration, evaluation and development expenditure incurred is accumulated in respect of each separately identifiable area of interest. These costs are only carried forward where the right of tenure for the area of interest is current and to the extent that they are expected to be recouped through the successful development and commercial exploitation of the area, or alternatively sale of the area, or where activities in the area have not yet reached a stage that permits reasonable assessment of the existence of economically recoverable reserves. Exploration and evaluation expenditure assets acquired in a business combination are recognised at their fair value at the acquisition date. Once the technical feasibility and commercial viability of the extraction of mineral resources in an area of interest are demonstrable, the exploration and evaluation assets attributable to that area of interest are first tested for impairment and then reclassified to mining development. Accumulated costs in relation to an abandoned area are written off in full against the result in the year in which the decision to abandon the area is made. A regular review is undertaken of each area of interest to determine the appropriateness of continuing to carry forward costs in relation to that area of interest. i) Leases Leases of property, plant and equipment where substantially all the risks and benefits incidental to the ownership of the asset, but not the legal ownership that is transferred to entities in the Group, are classified as finance leases. Finance leases are capitalised at the lease inception date, by recording an asset and a liability at the lower of the amounts equal to the fair value of the leased property or the present value of the minimum lease payments, including any guaranteed residual values. Lease payments are allocated between the reduction of the lease liability and the lease interest expense for the period. Leased assets are depreciated on a straight‐line basis over the shorter of their estimated useful lives or the lease terms if there is no reasonable certainty that the Group will obtain ownership at the end of the lease term. Lease payments for operating leases, where substantially all the risks and benefits remain with the lessor, are charged as expenses on a straight‐line basis over the period of the lease. Lease incentives under operating leases are recognised as a liability and amortised on a straight‐line basis over the life of the lease term. j) Impairment of assets 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. Other assets are tested for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognised immediately in profit or loss 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, “CGUs”). For the purposes of goodwill impairment testing, CGUs to which goodwill has been allocated are aggregated so that the level at which impairment is tested reflects the lowest level at which goodwill is monitored for internal reporting purposes. The goodwill acquired in a business combination, for the purpose of impairment testing, is allocated to CGUs that are expected to benefit from the synergies of the combination. Non‐financial assets other than goodwill that suffered impairment are reviewed for possible reversal of the impairment at the end of each reporting period. 26 27 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 40 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) k) Investments and other financial assets The Group classifies its financial assets in the following categories: financial assets at fair value through profit or loss, loans and receivables, held to maturity investment and available‐for‐sale financial assets. The classification depends on the purpose for which the investments were acquired. Management determines the classification of its investments at initial recognition and in the case of assets classified as held to maturity, re‐evaluates this designation at the end of each reporting period. i) Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss are financial assets held for trading. A financial asset is classified in this category if acquired principally for the purpose of selling in the short term. Assets in this category are classified as current assets if they are expected to be settled within 12 months, otherwise they are classified as non‐ current. ii) Loans and receivables Loans and receivables are non‐derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market. They are included in current assets, except for those with maturities greater than 12 months after the reporting period which are classified as non‐current assets. Loans and receivables are included in current trade and other receivables and non‐current trade and other receivables (refer to Note 9). iii) Held‐to‐maturity investments Held to maturity investments are non‐derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments and fixed maturities that the Group’s management has the positive intention and ability to hold to maturity. If the Group were to sell other than an insignificant amount of held to maturity financial assets, the whole category would be tainted and reclassified as available for sale. Held to maturity financial assets are included in non‐current assets, except for those with maturities less than 12 months from the end of the reporting period, which are classified as current assets. iv) Available‐for‐sale financial assets Available‐for‐sale financial assets, comprising principally listed marketable equity securities, are non‐derivatives that are either designated in this category or not classified in any of the other categories. They are included in non‐ current assets unless management intends to dispose of the investment within 12 months of the end of the reporting period. Investments are designated as available‐for‐sale if they do not have fixed maturities and fixed or determinable payments and management intends to hold them for the medium to long term. v) Recognition and de‐recognition Purchases and sales of financial assets are recognised on trade date, the date on which the Group commits to purchase or sell the asset. Financial assets are initially recognised at fair value plus transaction costs except where the financial asset is classified as fair value through profit or loss in which case transaction costs are expensed in profit or loss. Financial assets are derecognised when the rights to receive cash flows from the financial assets have expired or have been transferred and the Group has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership. When securities classified as available‐for‐sale are sold, the accumulated fair value adjustments recognised in other comprehensive income and reclassified to profit or loss as gains and losses from investment securities. vi) Subsequent measurement Loans and receivables are carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Available‐for‐sale financial assets, financial assets at fair value through profit or loss and held to maturity investments are subsequently carried at fair value. Gains or losses arising from changes in the fair value of the ‘financial assets at fair value through profit or loss’ category are presented in profit or loss within other income or other expenses in the period in which they arise. Dividend income from financial assets at fair value through profit or loss is recognised in profit or loss as part of revenue from continuing operations when the Group’s right to receive payments is established. 28 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) 41 Investment in shares in unlisted companies, which do not have a quoted market price and whose fair value cannot be reliably measured, are classified as available‐for‐sale and are measured at cost. Gains or losses are recognised in profit or loss when the investments are derecognised or impaired. vii) Impairment The Group assess at the end of each reporting period whether there is objective evidence that a financial asset or group of financial assets is impaired. A financial asset or a group of financial assets is impaired and impairment losses are incurred only if there is objective evidence of impairment as a result of one or more events that occurred after the initial recognition of the asset (a ‘loss event’) and that loss event (or events) has an impact on the estimated future cash flows of the financial asset or group of financial assets that can be reliably estimated. In the case of equity securities classified as available‐for‐sale, a significant or prolonged decline in the fair value of a security below its cost is considered as an indicator that the securities are impaired. If any such evidence exists for available‐for‐ sale financial assets, the cumulative loss, measured as the difference between the acquisition cost and the current fair value, less any impairment loss on that financial asset previously recognised in profit or loss, is reclassified from equity and recognised in profit or loss. Impairment losses recognised in profit or loss on equity instruments classified as available‐for‐sale are not reversed through profit or loss. If there is evidence of impairment for any of the Group’s financial assets carried at amortised cost, the loss is measured as the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present value of estimated future cash flows, excluding future credit losses that have not been incurred. The cash flows are discounted at the financial asset’s original effective interest rate. The loss is recognised in profit or loss. l) Borrowing costs Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of assets that necessarily take a substantial period of time to prepare for their intended use or sale, are added to the cost of those assets, until such time as the assets are substantially ready for their intended use or sale. All other borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred. m) Employee benefits i) Wages and salaries, annual leave and sick leave Liabilities for employee benefits for wages, salaries, annual leave and accumulating sick leave that are expected to be settled within 12 months of the reporting date represent present obligations resulting from employees’ services provided to the reporting date and are calculated at undiscounted amounts based on wage and salary rates that the Group expects to pay as at reporting date including related on costs, such as superannuation, workers compensation, insurance and payroll tax and are included in trade and other payables. Non‐accumulating, non‐ monetary benefits such as housing and cars are expensed by the Group as the benefits are used by the employee. Employee benefits payable later than 12 months have been measured at the present value of the estimated future cash outflows to be made for those benefits. In determining the liability, consideration is given to employee salary and wage increases and the probability that the employee may satisfy any vesting requirements. Those cash flows are discounted using market yields with terms to maturity that match the expected timing of cash flows attributable to employee benefits. ii) Long service leave The Group’s net obligation in respect of long term service benefits is the amount of future benefit that employees have earned in return for their service to the reporting date. The obligation is calculated using expected future increases in wages and salary rates including related on costs and expected settlement dates, and is discounted using an appropriate discount rate. The current liability for long service leave represents all unconditional obligations where employees have fulfilled the required criteria and also those where employees are entitled to a pro rata payment in certain circumstances and is included in the current provisions. The non‐current provision for long service leave includes the remaining long service leave obligations. 29 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 42 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) iii) Superannuation Contributions made by the Group to defined contribution superannuation funds are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred. iv) Equity‐settled compensation The Group operates an employee share ownership plan. Share‐based payments to employees are measured at the fair value of the instruments issued and amortised over the vesting periods. Share‐based payments to non‐ employees are measured at the fair value of goods or services received or the fair value of the equity instruments issued, if it is determined the fair value of the goods or services cannot be reliably measured, and are recorded at the date the goods or services are received. The corresponding amount is recorded to the option reserve. The fair value of options is determined using the Black‐Scholes pricing model. The number of shares and options expected to vest is reviewed and adjusted at the end of each reporting period such that the amount recognised for services received as consideration for the equity instruments granted is based on the number of equity instruments that eventually vest. n) Significant accounting estimates and judgements The Directors evaluate estimates and judgements incorporated into the financial report based on historical knowledge and best available current information. Estimates assume a reasonable expectation of future events and are based on current trends and economic data, obtained both externally and within the Group. The resulting accounting estimates, will, by definition, seldom equal the related actual results. Management has identified the following significant accounting policies for which significant judgements, estimates and assumptions are made. i) Significant accounting estimates and assumptions Critical accounting estimates and judgements Following is a summary of the key assumptions concerning the future, and other key sources of estimation and accounting judgements at reporting date that have not be disclosed elsewhere in these financial statements. a. Determination of coal resources and reserves The Company estimates its coal ore resources and reserves based on information compiled by Competent Persons defined in the Australasian Code for Reporting Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (December 2012), which is prepared by the Joint Ore Reserves Committee (“JORC”) of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Australian Institute of Geoscientists and Minerals Council of Australia, known as the JORC Code. Reserves determined in this way are used in the calculation of depreciation, amortisation and impairment charges, the assessment of mine lives and for forecasting the timing of the payment of rehabilitation costs. The amount of reserves that may actually be mined in the future and the Company’s estimate of reserves from time to time in the future may vary from current reserve estimates. b. Exploration and evaluation expenditure The application of the Group’s accounting policy for exploration and evaluation expenditure requires judgement in determining whether it is likely that future economic benefits are likely, which may be based on assumptions about future events or circumstances. Estimates and assumptions may change if new information becomes available. If after expenditure is capitalised information becomes available suggesting that the recovery of expenditure is unlikely, the amount capitalised is written off in the Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss in the period when the new information becomes available. c. Impairment The Group assess impairment by evaluation of conditions and events specific to the Company that may be indicative of impairment triggers. Goodwill is assessed for impairment at each reporting period. Recoverable amounts of relevant assets are reassessed using the higher of fair value less costs to sell and value in use calculations which incorporate various key assumptions (refer to Note 16 and 18). 30 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 43 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) Contributions made by the Group to defined contribution superannuation funds are recognised as an expense in d. Rehabilitation n) Significant accounting estimates and judgements (continued) The calculation of the provisions for rehabilitation and the related mine development assets rely on estimates of the cost to rehabilitate an area which is currently disturbed based on legislative requirements and future costs. The costs are estimated on the basis of a mine closure plan. Cost estimates take into account expectations about future events including the mine lives, the time of rehabilitation expenditure, regulations, inflation and discount rates. When these expectations change in the future, the provision and where applicable, the mine development assets are recalculated in the period in which they change. e. Derivatives The fair value of financial instruments must be estimated for recognition and measurement purposes. The fair value of financial instruments traded in active markets such as available‐for‐sale securities is based on quoted market prices at the reporting date. The quoted market price used for financial assets held by the Group is the current bid price. The fair value of financial instruments that are not traded in an active market are determined using valuation techniques that use observable market data at the reporting date where it is available. f. Income taxes The Group is subject to income taxes in Australia and jurisdictions where it has foreign operations. Significant judgement is required in determining the provision for income taxes. There are transactions and calculations undertaken during the ordinary course of business for which the ultimate tax determination is uncertain. The Group estimates its tax liabilities based on the Group’s understanding of the tax law. Where the final tax outcome of these matters is different from the amounts that were initially recorded, such differences will impact the current and deferred income tax assets and liabilities in the period in which such determination is made. a. Determination of coal resources and reserves g. Share‐based payment transactions From time to time the Company has issued options to directors and employees. The Company measures fair value of share‐based payments using the Black‐Scholes Pricing Model, using the assumptions detailed in Note 24. This formula takes into account the terms and conditions under which the instruments were granted. h. Mines under construction Expenditure is transferred from ’Exploration and evaluation assets’ to ’Mine Development’ which is a sub‐ category of ’Mine properties’ once the work completed to date supports the future development of the property and such development receives appropriate approvals. After transfer of the exploration and evaluation assets, all subsequent expenditure on the construction, installation or completion of infrastructure facilities is capitalised in ’Mine Development’. Development expenditure is net of proceeds from the sale of spodumene concentrate extracted during the development phase to the extent that it is considered integral to the development of the mine. Any costs incurred in testing the assets to determine if they are functioning as intended, are capitalised, net of any proceeds received from selling any product produced while testing. Where these proceeds exceed the cost of testing, any excess is recognised in the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income. After production starts, all assets included in ‘mine development’ are then transferred to ’producing mines’ which is also a sub‐category of ’mine properties’ 30 31 iii) Superannuation the period in which they are incurred. iv) Equity‐settled compensation The Group operates an employee share ownership plan. Share‐based payments to employees are measured at the fair value of the instruments issued and amortised over the vesting periods. Share‐based payments to non‐ employees are measured at the fair value of goods or services received or the fair value of the equity instruments issued, if it is determined the fair value of the goods or services cannot be reliably measured, and are recorded at the date the goods or services are received. The corresponding amount is recorded to the option reserve. The fair value of options is determined using the Black‐Scholes pricing model. The number of shares and options expected to vest is reviewed and adjusted at the end of each reporting period such that the amount recognised for services received as consideration for the equity instruments granted is based on the number of equity instruments that eventually vest. n) Significant accounting estimates and judgements The Directors evaluate estimates and judgements incorporated into the financial report based on historical knowledge and best available current information. Estimates assume a reasonable expectation of future events and are based on current trends and economic data, obtained both externally and within the Group. The resulting accounting estimates, will, by definition, seldom equal the related actual results. Management has identified the following significant accounting policies for which significant judgements, estimates and assumptions are made. i) Significant accounting estimates and assumptions Critical accounting estimates and judgements Following is a summary of the key assumptions concerning the future, and other key sources of estimation and accounting judgements at reporting date that have not be disclosed elsewhere in these financial statements. The Company estimates its coal ore resources and reserves based on information compiled by Competent Persons defined in the Australasian Code for Reporting Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (December 2012), which is prepared by the Joint Ore Reserves Committee (“JORC”) of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Australian Institute of Geoscientists and Minerals Council of Australia, known as the JORC Code. Reserves determined in this way are used in the calculation of depreciation, amortisation and impairment charges, the assessment of mine lives and for forecasting the timing of the payment of rehabilitation costs. The amount of reserves that may actually be mined in the future and the Company’s estimate of reserves from time to time in the future may vary from current reserve estimates. b. Exploration and evaluation expenditure The application of the Group’s accounting policy for exploration and evaluation expenditure requires judgement in determining whether it is likely that future economic benefits are likely, which may be based on assumptions about future events or circumstances. Estimates and assumptions may change if new information becomes available. If after expenditure is capitalised information becomes available suggesting that the recovery of expenditure is unlikely, the amount capitalised is written off in the Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss in the period when the new information becomes available. c. Impairment The Group assess impairment by evaluation of conditions and events specific to the Company that may be indicative of impairment triggers. Goodwill is assessed for impairment at each reporting period. Recoverable amounts of relevant assets are reassessed using the higher of fair value less costs to sell and value in use calculations which incorporate various key assumptions (refer to Note 16 and 18). ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 44 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) o) Non‐current assets (or disposal groups) held for sale and discontinued operations Non‐current assets (or disposal groups) are classified as held for sale if their carrying amount will be recovered principally through a sale transaction rather than through continuing use and a sale is considered highly probable. They are measured at the lower of their carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell, except for assets such as deferred tax assets, assets arising from employee benefits, financial assets and investment property that are carried at fair value and contractual rights under insurance contracts, which are specifically exempt from this requirement. An impairment loss is recognised for any initial or subsequent write‐down of the asset (or disposal group) to fair value less costs to sell. A gain is recognised for any subsequent increases in fair value less costs to sell of an asset (or disposal group), but not in excess of any cumulative impairment loss previously recognised. A gain or loss not previously recognised by the date of the sale of the non‐current asset (or disposal group) is recognised at the date of derecognition. Non‐current assets (including those that are part of a disposal group) are not depreciated or amortised while they are classified as held for sale. Interest and other expenses attributable to the liabilities of a disposal group classified as held for sale continue to be recognised. Non‐current assets classified as held for sale and the assets of a disposal group classified as held for sale are presented separately from the other assets in the balance sheet. The liabilities of a disposal group classified as held for sale are presented separately from other liabilities in the balance sheet A discontinued operation is a component of the entity that has been disposed of or is classified as held for sale and that represents a separate major line of business or geographical area of operations, is part of a single co‐ordinated plan to dispose of such a line of business or area of operations, or is a subsidiary acquired exclusively with a view to resale. The results of discontinued operations are presented separately in the statement of profit or loss. p) Provisions Provisions are recognised when the Group has a legal or constructive obligation, as a result of past events, for which it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and the amount has been reliably estimated. i) Rehabilitation costs Provision is made for the Group’s estimated liability arising under specific legislative requirements and the conditions of its exploration permits and mining leases for future costs expected to be incurred in restoring mining areas of interest. The estimated liability is based on the restoration work required using existing technology as a result of activities to date. The liability includes the cost of reclamation of the site, including infrastructure removal and land fill costs. An asset is created as part of the mine development asset, to the extent that the development relates to future production activities, which is offset by a current and non‐current provision for rehabilitation. q) Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short‐term highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value, net of bank overdrafts. 32 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 45 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) o) Non‐current assets (or disposal groups) held for sale and discontinued operations r) Revenue Non‐current assets (or disposal groups) are classified as held for sale if their carrying amount will be recovered principally through a sale transaction rather than through continuing use and a sale is considered highly probable. They are measured at the lower of their carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell, except for assets such as deferred tax assets, assets arising from employee benefits, financial assets and investment property that are carried at fair value and contractual rights under insurance contracts, which are specifically exempt from this requirement. An impairment loss is recognised for any initial or subsequent write‐down of the asset (or disposal group) to fair value less costs to sell. A gain is recognised for any subsequent increases in fair value less costs to sell of an asset (or disposal group), but not in excess of any cumulative impairment loss previously recognised. A gain or loss not previously recognised by the date of the sale of the non‐current asset (or disposal group) is recognised at the date of derecognition. Non‐current assets (including those that are part of a disposal group) are not depreciated or amortised while they are classified as held for sale. Interest and other expenses attributable to the liabilities of a disposal group classified as held for sale continue to be recognised. Non‐current assets classified as held for sale and the assets of a disposal group classified as held for sale are presented separately from the other assets in the balance sheet. The liabilities of a disposal group classified as held for sale are presented separately from other liabilities in the balance sheet A discontinued operation is a component of the entity that has been disposed of or is classified as held for sale and that represents a separate major line of business or geographical area of operations, is part of a single co‐ordinated plan to dispose of such a line of business or area of operations, or is a subsidiary acquired exclusively with a view to resale. The results of discontinued operations are presented separately in the statement of profit or loss. p) Provisions estimated. i) Rehabilitation costs Provision is made for the Group’s estimated liability arising under specific legislative requirements and the conditions of its exploration permits and mining leases for future costs expected to be incurred in restoring mining areas of interest. The estimated liability is based on the restoration work required using existing technology as a result of activities to date. The liability includes the cost of reclamation of the site, including infrastructure removal and land fill costs. An asset is created as part of the mine development asset, to the extent that the development relates to future production activities, which is offset by a current and non‐current provision for rehabilitation. q) Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short‐term highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value, net of bank overdrafts. Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable. Amounts disclosed as revenue are net of returns, trade allowances, rebates and amounts collected on behalf of third parties. The Group recognises revenue when the amount of revenue can be reliably measured and it is probable that future economic benefits will flow to the entity. Revenue is recognised in the profit or loss as follows: i) Sale of goods Revenue from the sale of bulk commodities is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have passed to the buyer and can be measured reliably. Risks and rewards are considered passed to the buyer at the time of delivery, usually on a Free On Board (“FOB”) basis. ii) Royalty revenue Royalties are recognised as revenue when the right to receive payment is established. iii) Dividends Dividends are recognised as revenue when the right to receive payment is established. iv) Interest Interest income from a financial asset is accrued on a time basis, by reference to the principal outstanding and at the effective interest rate applicable, which is the rate that exactly discounts the estimated future cash receipts through the expected life of the financial asset to that asset’s net carrying amount. Provisions are recognised when the Group has a legal or constructive obligation, as a result of past events, for which it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and the amount has been reliably v) Services Revenue from the rendering of a service is recognised upon the delivery of the service to the customer. s) Goods and services tax (GST) Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST, except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the relevant taxation authorities. In these circumstances the GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of the expense. Receivables and payables in the balance sheet are shown inclusive of GST. Cash flows are presented in the statement of cash flows on a gross basis, except for the GST component of investing and financing activities, which are disclosed as operating cash flows. t) Foreign operations The financial performance and position of foreign operations whose functional currency is different from the Group’s presentation currency are translated as follows: assets and liabilities are translated at exchange rates prevailing at balance sheet date; and income and expenses are translated at monthly average exchange rates for the period. Exchange differences arising on translation of foreign operations are transferred directly to the Group’s foreign currency translation reserve as a separate component of equity. These differences are recognised in the income statement upon disposal of the foreign operation. 32 33 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities 46 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) u) Foreign currency transactions and balances The functional currency of each of the Group’s entities is measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates. The consolidated financial statements are presented in Australian dollars which is the parent entity’s functional and presentation currency. Foreign currency transactions are translated into functional currency using the exchange rates prevailing at the date of the transaction. Foreign currency monetary items are translated at the period end exchange rate. Non‐monetary items measured at historical cost continue to be carried at the exchange rate at the date when fair values were determined. Exchange differences arising on the translation of monetary items are recognised in the income statement, except where deferred in equity as a qualifying cash flow or net investment hedge. Exchange differences arising on the translation of non‐monetary items are recognised directly in equity to the extent that the gain or loss is directly recognised in equity, otherwise the exchange difference is recognised in the income statement. v) Goodwill and intangibles Goodwill represents the excess of the cost of an acquisition over the fair value of the Group’s share of the net identifiable assets of the acquired subsidiary or associate at the date of acquisition. Goodwill on acquisitions of subsidiaries is included in intangible assets. Goodwill on acquisitions of associates is included in investments in associates. Goodwill is not amortised, it is tested for impairment at each reporting date or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that it might be impaired, and is carried at cost less accumulated impairment losses. Gains and losses on the disposal of an entity include the carrying amount of goodwill relating to the entity sold. Goodwill is allocated to cash generating units (“CGUs”) for the purpose of impairment testing. The allocation is made to those CGUs or groups of CGUs that are expected to benefit from the business combination in which the goodwill arose. w) Financial liabilities and equity Non‐derivative financial liabilities (including trade and other payables and interest‐bearing liabilities excluding financial guarantees) are initially recognised at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method. Financial liabilities are derecognised when the obligation specified in the relevant contract is discharged, cancelled or expires. The difference between the carrying amount of the financial liability derecognised and the consideration paid and payable is recognised in profit or loss. All non‐derivative financial liabilities are classified as current liabilities unless there is an unconditional right to defer settlement of the liability for at least 12 months after the reporting date. An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of the Group after deducting all of its liabilities. Costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or options are shown as a deduction from the equity proceeds, net of any income tax benefit. Costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or options associated with the acquisition of a business are included as part of the purchase consideration. x) Comparative figures When required by Accounting Standards, comparative figures have been adjusted to conform to changes in presentation for the current financial year. 34 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 1. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) y) Inventories 47 Consumable stores Inventories of consumable supplies and spare parts expected to be used in the supply of services are valued at cost. Bulk commodities Bulk commodity stockpiles are physically surveyed or estimated and valued at the lower of cost or net realisable value. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less estimated costs of completion and costs of selling final product. Cost is determined by the weighted average method and comprises direct purchase costs and an appropriate portion of fixed and variable overhead costs, including depreciation and amortisation, incurred in converting materials into finished goods. z) Fair value measurement When an asset or liability, financial or non‐financial, is measured at fair value for recognition or disclosure purposes, the fair value is based on the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date; and assumes that the transaction will take place either: in the principal market; or in the absence of a principal market, in the most advantageous market. Fair value is measured using the assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability, assuming they act in their economic best interest. For non‐financial assets, the fair value measurement is based on its highest and best use. Valuation techniques that are appropriate in the circumstances and for which sufficient data are available to measure fair value, are used, maximising the use of relevant observable inputs and minimising the use of unobservable inputs. Assets and liabilities measured at fair value are classified, into three levels, using a fair value hierarchy that reflects the significance of the inputs used in making the measurements. Classifications are reviewed each reporting date and transfers between levels are determined based on a reassessment of the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement. For recurring and non‐recurring fair value measurements, external valuers may be used when internal expertise is either not available or when the valuation is deemed to be significant. External valuers are selected based on market knowledge and reputation. Where there is a significant change in fair value of an asset or liability from one period to another, an analysis is undertaken, which includes a verification of the major inputs applied in the latest valuation and a comparison, where applicable, with external sources of data. aa) Deferred mining cost During the commercial production stage of open pit operations, production stripping costs comprises the accumulation of expenses incurred to enable access to the ore body (coal or iron ore), and includes direct removal costs and machinery and plant running costs. Production stripping costs are capitalised as part of an asset if it can be demonstrated that it is probable that future economic benefits will be realised, the costs can be reliably measured and the entity can identify the component of the ore body for which access has been improved. The asset is called “stripping activity asset”. The stripping asset is amortised on a systematic basis, over the expected useful life of the identified component of the ore body that becomes more accessible as a result of the stripping activity. The units of production method shall be applied. Production stripping costs that do not satisfy the asset recognition criteria are expensed. 35 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 48 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 2. FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT The Group’s principal financial instruments comprise receivables, payables, loans, finance leases, cash and short term deposits. These activities expose the Group to a variety of financial risks: market risk (which includes currency risk, interest rate risk and price risk), credit risk and liquidity risk. The Group manages these risks in accordance with the Group’s financial risk management policy. The Group uses different methods and assumptions to measure and manage different types of risks to which it is exposed at each balance date. The Board reviews and approves policies for managing each of the Group’s financial risk areas. The Group holds the following financial instruments: FINANCIAL ASSETS Cash and cash equivalents Trade and other receivables Receivables non‐current Held to maturity investments Available‐for‐sale investments FINANCIAL LIABILITIES Trade and other payables Borrowings a) Market risk 2017 $’000 13,271 3,336 ‐ 52 824 17,483 9,198 15,677 24,875 2016 $’000 22,132 1,126 2,482 50 1,333 27,123 2,072 18,437 20,509 Market risk is the risk that changes in market prices such as foreign exchange rates, securities prices and coal prices will affect the Group’s income or the value of its holdings of financial investments. i) Foreign currency risk The Group operates internationally and is exposed to foreign exchange risk arising from various currency exposures, primarily in respect to the US dollar. Revenue is denominated in US dollars and a strengthening of the Australian dollar against the US dollar has an adverse impact on earnings and cash flow settlement. In particular, on commencement of sales from Altura Lithium, revenue from sales of spodumene will be received in US dollars. Liabilities for some loans are denominated in currencies other than the Australian dollar and a weakening of the Australian dollar against other currencies has an adverse impact on earnings and cash flow settlement. In particular, Altura Lithium’s loan for construction and commissioning of the mine is in US dollars (US$110 million), and therefore repayment of the loan will be made in US dollars. The Group’s overseas subsidiaries have a US dollar functional currency. This exposes the Group to foreign exchange fluctuations upon conversion to AUD. At 30 June 2017, the Group held funds in foreign currency amounting to US$366,000 (2016: US$205,000) The Group does not currently enter into any hedging arrangements. 36 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 49 2. FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT (continued) Foreign currency risk sensitivity analysis At 30 June 2017, the effect on profit and equity as a result of changes in the value of the Australian dollar to the US dollar that management considers to be reasonably possible, with all other variables remaining constant is as follows: Change in profit — — Improvement in AUD to USD by 11% Decline in AUD to USD by 11% Change in equity — — Improvement in AUD to USD by 11% Decline in AUD to USD by 11% 2017 $’000 (403) 403 (403) 403 2016 $’000 (2,761) 2,761 (2,761) 2,761 ii) Price risk The Group is exposed to coal price risk and equity securities price risk. The Group currently does not have any hedges in place against the movements in the spot price of coal. The Group's equity investments are publicly traded on the United States of America OTCBB and are not quoted on any market Index. The table below summarises the impact of increases/decreases in the value on the Group's equity investments as at balance date. The analysis is based on the assumption that the equity pricing had increased/decreased by 10% with all other variables held constant and all the Group's equity instruments moved according to the historical correlation with the index. Change in profit — — Increase in equity value by 10% Decrease in equity value by 10% Change in equity — — Increase in equity value by 10% Decrease in equity value by 10% 2017 $’000 ‐ ‐ 82 (82) 2016 $’000 ‐ ‐ 133 (133) iii) Interest rate risk At balance date the Group’s debt was fixed rate. For further details on interest rate risk refer to Note 2d. Interest rate sensitivity analysis At 30 June 2017, the effect on profit and equity as a result of changes in the interest rate that management considers to be reasonably possible, with all other variables remaining constant would be as follows: Change in profit — — Increase in interest rate by 1% Decrease in interest rate by 1% Change in equity — — Increase in interest rate by 1% Decrease in interest rate by 1% 2017 $’000 100 (100) 100 (100) 2016 $’000 200 (200) (200) 200 Term deposits have been treated as a floating rate due to the short term nature of the deposits. 37 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 50 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 2. FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT (continued) b) Credit risk Credit risk refers to the risk that a third party will default on its contractual obligations resulting in financial loss to the Consolidated Group. The Consolidated Group has adopted the policy of only dealing with credit worthy counterparties and obtaining sufficient collateral or other security where appropriate, as a means of mitigating the risk of financial loss from defaults. The carrying amount of financial assets recorded in the financial statements, net of any provisions for losses, represents the Company's maximum exposure to credit risk. c) Liquidity risk Liquidity risk includes the risk that the Group will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they fall due. The Group will be impacted in the following ways: i) Will not have sufficient funds to settle transactions on the due date; ii) Will be forced to sell financial assets at a value which is less than what they are worth; or iii) May be unable to settle or recover a financial asset at all. The Group manages liquidity risk by monitoring forecast cash flows. d) Financial instrument composition and maturity analysis The tables below reflect the undiscounted contractual settlement terms for financial instruments of a fixed period of maturity, as well as management’s expectations for the settlement period for all other financial instruments. As such the amounts may not reconcile to the balance sheet. Weighted average effective interest rate 2016 2017 % % Floating interest rate Within 1 year Fixed interest rate maturing 1 to 5 years Over 5 years Non‐interest bearing Total 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 Consolidated Group Financial assets: Cash & cash equivalents Trade and other receivables Available for sale investments Receivables non‐ current 1.50 1.75 13,271 22,132 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ Term deposit 1.70 2.65 Total financial assets Financial liabilities: Trade & sundry payables Borrowings Total financial liabilities 13,271 22,132 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 13,271 22,132 3,336 1,126 3,336 1,126 824 1,333 824 1,333 ‐ ‐ 2,482 ‐ 2,482 ‐ 52 50 4,160 4,941 17,483 27,123 ‐ 9,198 2,072 9,198 2,072 ‐ 15,677 18,437 15,677 18,437 ‐ 24,875 20,509 24,875 20,509 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 52 52 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 50 50 ‐ ‐ ‐ 38 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 2. FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT (continued) Trade and sundry payables are expected to be paid as follows: Less than 6 months More than 6 months e) Fair value measurements i) Fair value hierarchy 51 2017 $’000 9,198 ‐ 9,198 2016 $’000 2,072 ‐ 2,072 The Group uses various methods in estimating the fair value of financial instruments. AASB 13 Fair Value Measurement requires disclosure of fair value measurements by level in accordance with the following fair value measurement hierarchy: a) Quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (level 1) b) Inputs other than quoted prices included within level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly (as prices) or indirectly (derived from prices) (level 2); and Inputs for the asset or liability that are not based on observable market data (unobservable inputs) (level 3) c) The following table presents the Group’s financial assets and financial liabilities measured and recognised at fair value at 30 June 2017 and 30 June 2016. 2017 Assets Listed investments Total assets 2016 Assets Listed investments Total assets ii) Valuation techniques Level 1 $’000 Level 2 $’000 Level 3 $’000 Total $’000 824 824 1,333 1,333 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 824 824 1,333 1,333 The fair value of financial instruments traded in active markets is based on quoted market prices at the end of the reporting period. The quoted market price used for financial assets and liabilities held by the Group is the closing price. These instruments are included in level 1. Specific valuation techniques used to value financial instruments include: The use of quoted market prices or dealer quotes for similar instruments; Other techniques, such as discounted cash flow analysis, are used to determine the fair value for the remaining financial instruments. 39 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 52 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 3. DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS a) Description During the report period the board has made several information packages available to various groups for the purpose of attracting offers for the sale of the Tabalong tenements in Kalimantan, Indonesia. Currently no formal offers have been received. The board considers that the presentation of the Tabalong Group as held for sale confirms its intent to dispose of these assets. Financial information relating to the discontinued operation for the period to the date of disposal is set out below. b) Financial performance and cash flow information of discontinued operations The financial performance and cash flow information presented are for the period ending June 2017. 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 Revenue Expenses Loss before income tax Income tax expense Loss from discontinued operations after income tax Net cash (outflow) from financing activities Net decrease in cash generated by the division c) Carrying amounts of assets and liabilities classified as held for sale The carrying amounts of assets and liabilities as at 30 June 2017 were: Cash Other receivables * Property, plant and equipment Exploration at cost Total assets of disposal group held for sale Other payables Borrowings ^ Total liabilities of disposal group held for sale ‐ (237) (237) ‐ (237) (14) (14) ‐ (250) (250) ‐ (250) (38) (38) 38 2,685 5 6,092 8,820 204 1,549 1,753 ^ These funds were advanced by the minority shareholder in the Tabalong coal project in accordance with the loan agreement. The facility has no defined repayment term. * These unsecured amounts are due from a minority party in the Tabalong coal project. Their recoverability is dependent on the commercial exploitation of certain mining tenements in the project. The timing of which is currently unknown, and as such the amounts have not been discounted. No losses are expected on these amounts. 40 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 3. DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS a) Description During the report period the board has made several information packages available to various groups for the purpose of attracting offers for the sale of the Tabalong tenements in Kalimantan, Indonesia. Currently no formal offers have been received. The board considers that the presentation of the Tabalong Group as held for sale confirms its intent to dispose of these assets. Financial information relating to the discontinued operation for the period to the date of disposal is set out below. b) Financial performance and cash flow information of discontinued operations The financial performance and cash flow information presented are for the period ending June 2017. Revenue Expenses Loss before income tax Income tax expense Loss from discontinued operations after income tax Net cash (outflow) from financing activities Net decrease in cash generated by the division c) Carrying amounts of assets and liabilities classified as held for sale The carrying amounts of assets and liabilities as at 30 June 2017 were: Cash Other receivables * Property, plant and equipment Exploration at cost Total assets of disposal group held for sale Other payables Borrowings ^ Total liabilities of disposal group held for sale 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 ‐ (237) (237) ‐ (237) (14) (14) (250) (250) ‐ ‐ (250) (38) (38) 38 2,685 5 6,092 8,820 204 1,549 1,753 ^ These funds were advanced by the minority shareholder in the Tabalong coal project in accordance with the loan agreement. The facility has no defined repayment term. * These unsecured amounts are due from a minority party in the Tabalong coal project. Their recoverability is dependent on the commercial exploitation of certain mining tenements in the project. The timing of which is currently unknown, and as such the amounts have not been discounted. No losses are expected on these amounts. Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 4. SEGMENT INFORMATION 53 The Group reports the following operating segments to the chief operating decision maker, being the Board of Directors of Altura Mining Limited, in assessing performance and determining the allocation of resources. Unless otherwise stated, all amounts reported to the Board are determined in accordance with accounting policies that are consistent to those adopted in the annual financial statements of the Group. The coal mining segment derives its revenue from coal sold to customers. As the Group's investment in coal is equity accounted, no revenue from this activity is included in this segment note. The lithium mining segment is currently under construction and upon completion it will derive its revenue from the sale of lithium to customers. The exploration services segment provides a range of drilling services to its customers, predominately mining and exploration companies. The mineral exploration segment revenue comprises royalties received and interest earned on funds raised to carry out the exploration activities. An internally determined service rate is set for all intersegment transactions. All such transactions are eliminated on consolidation of the Group’s financial statements. Coal mining $’000 Lithium mining $’000 Exploration services $’000 Mineral exploration $’000 Eliminations Total $’000 $’000 2017 Revenue External sales Other income Other segments Total segment revenue Unallocated revenue Total consolidated revenue Segment result Other segments Unallocated expenses net of unallocated revenue Profit / (loss) before income tax and finance costs Finance costs Profit / (loss) from discontinued operations Profit / (loss) before income tax Income tax (expense)/benefit Net profit / (loss) for the year Assets and liabilities Segment assets Unallocated assets Total assets Segment liabilities Unallocated liabilities Total liabilities ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 768 9 178 955 ‐ 825 ‐ 825 ‐ ‐ (178) (178) (142) ‐ (1,123) (5,184) ‐ ‐ 59,353 1,461 18,704 15,677 11,965 1,175 818 768 834 ‐ 1,602 ‐ 1,602 (6,449) ‐ ‐ (6,449) ‐ (250) (6,699) 534 (6,165) 79,518 8,820 88,338 29,635 1,753 31,388 48,189 855 335 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ Other segment information Capital expenditure Exploration expenditure Depreciation and amortisation ‐ ‐ ‐ 47,529 ‐ ‐ 190 ‐ 240 470 855 95 40 41 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 54 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 4. SEGMENT INFORMATION (continued) Coal mining $’000 Exploration services $’000 Mineral exploration $’000 Eliminations Total $’000 $’000 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 1,350 112 308 1,770 ‐ 23 ‐ 23 ‐ ‐ (308) (308) 1,350 135 ‐ 1,485 ‐ 1,485 (19,993) (2,541) (7,792) ‐ (30,326) ‐ 2016 Revenue External sales Other income Other segments Total segment revenue Unallocated revenue Total consolidated revenue Segment result Other segments Unallocated expenses net of unallocated revenue Profit / (loss) before income tax and finance costs Finance costs Profit / (loss) from discontinued operations Profit / (loss) before income tax Income tax (expense)/benefit Net profit / (loss) for the year Assets and liabilities Segment assets Unallocated assets Total assets Segment liabilities Unallocated liabilities Total liabilities 144 1,835 40,918 16,833 1,849 2,674 Other segment information Capital expenditure Exploration expenditure Depreciation and amortisation ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 511 12 3,100 43 42 ‐ (30,326) (277) (237) (30,840) (778) (31,618) 42,897 ‐ 42,897 21,356 ‐ 21,356 12 3,100 554 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 4. SEGMENT INFORMATION (continued) Geographical segments The Group’s geographical segments are determined based on the location of the Group’s assets. 55 Capital expenditure Exploration expenditure Depreciation and amortisation 48,189 967 164 ‐ 158 171 ‐ ‐ ‐ 2017 Revenue External sales Other income Other segments Total segment revenue Unallocated revenue Total revenue Segment assets Unallocated assets Total assets Segment liabilities Unallocated liabilities Total liabilities 2016 Revenue External sales Other income Other segments Total segment revenue Unallocated revenue Total revenue Segment assets Unallocated assets Total assets Segment liabilities Unallocated liabilities Total liabilities Australia $’000 Indonesia $’000 Other $’000 Eliminations $’000 ‐ 825 ‐ 825 768 9 178 955 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (178) (178) 77,790 1,478 250 12,694 16,852 89 Australia $’000 Indonesia $’000 Other $’000 Eliminations $’000 ‐ 25 ‐ 25 1,350 110 308 1,768 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (308) (308) 31,704 10,952 241 551 20,619 186 Total $’000 768 834 ‐ 1,602 ‐ 1,602 79,518 8,820 88,338 29,635 1,753 31,388 48,189 855 335 Total $’000 1,350 135 ‐ 1,485 ‐ 1,485 42,897 ‐ 42,897 21,356 ‐ 21,356 12 3,100 554 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ Capital expenditure Exploration expenditure Depreciation and amortisation 12 3,027 161 ‐ 73 393 ‐ ‐ ‐ The Group has a number of customers to whom it provides services. The Group supplies three external customers in the services segment who account for 26% (US$184,000), 18% (US$168,000) and 16% (US$145,000) of external revenue (2016: 68%). 43 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 56 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 5. PROFIT / (LOSS) FROM ORDINARY ACTIVITIES (a) Revenue Revenue from services Revenue from royalties Total sales revenues from ordinary activities (b) Other revenues Interest received from other corporations Profit on sale of assets Other revenue Total other revenues from ordinary activities Total revenue (c) Cost of sales Drilling costs Depreciation of plant & equipment Total cost of sales (d) Other expenses Depreciation of plant & equipment Other expenses Loss on sale of assets Total other expenses from ordinary activities (e) Financing costs Interest expense Total financing costs (f) Employee benefits expense Employee share scheme expense Bonus paid by way of issue of shares to directors and staff Other employee benefits expense Total employee benefits expense 2017 $’000 768 503 1,271 321 9 1 331 2016 $’000 1,350 ‐ 1,350 23 111 1 135 1,602 1,485 827 242 1,069 93 8 66 167 ‐ ‐ 162 70 2,040 2,272 1,609 503 2,112 51 ‐ ‐ 51 277 277 235 545 1,888 2,668 44 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 5. PROFIT / (LOSS) FROM ORDINARY ACTIVITIES (a) Revenue Revenue from services Revenue from royalties Total sales revenues from ordinary activities (b) Other revenues Interest received from other corporations Profit on sale of assets Other revenue Total other revenues from ordinary activities Total revenue (c) Cost of sales Drilling costs Depreciation of plant & equipment Total cost of sales (d) Other expenses Depreciation of plant & equipment Other expenses Loss on sale of assets Total other expenses from ordinary activities (e) Financing costs Interest expense Total financing costs (f) Employee benefits expense Employee share scheme expense Bonus paid by way of issue of shares to directors and staff Other employee benefits expense Total employee benefits expense 1,602 1,485 2017 $’000 768 503 1,271 321 9 1 331 827 242 1,069 93 8 66 167 ‐ ‐ 162 70 2,040 2,272 2016 $’000 1,350 ‐ 1,350 23 111 1 135 1,609 503 2,112 51 ‐ ‐ 51 277 277 235 545 1,888 2,668 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 6. EARNINGS / (LOSS) PER SHARE 57 (a) Basic earnings / (loss) per share From continuing operations, attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the Company From discontinued operations Total basic earnings per share attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the Company (b) Diluted earnings / (loss) per share From continuing operations, attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the Company From discontinued operations Total basic earnings per share attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the Company (c) Weighted average number of ordinary shares used as the denominator in calculating the basic and diluted earnings per share. Listed and unlisted options are not considered as potential ordinary shares and are not included in the calculation because they are antidilutive for the year end 30 June 2017. These options could potentially dilute basic earnings per share in the future. (d) Earnings used in the calculation of basic earnings per share reconciles to net profit in the income statement as follows: Net profit / (loss) Less ‐ profit /(loss) from discontinued operations Earnings used in the calculation of basic EPS (e) As at 30 June 2017, there were 4,300,000 management performance rights outstanding, these potential ordinary shares would reduce the loss per share from continuing ordinary operations on conversion, and hence these potential ordinary shares are not dilutive. 2017 cents per share 2016 cents per share (0.44) (0.01) (0.45) (0.44) (0.01) (0.45) (3.48) (0.02) (3.50) (3.48) (0.02) (3.50) 2017 number 2016 number 1,358,286,271 900,582,172 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 (5,958) (169) (6,127) (31,332) (167) (31,499) 44 45 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 58 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 7. INCOME TAX EXPENSE (a) The components of tax expense comprise: Current Tax Current year Adjustments in respect of prior periods Deferred Tax Current year deferred tax Total income tax expense/(benefit) per income statement (b) Income tax expense is attributable to: Profit / (loss) from continuing operations Profit / (loss) from discontinued operations (c) The prima facie tax on profit / (loss) before income tax is reconciled to the income tax as follows: Profit / (loss) from continuing operations Profit / (loss) from discontinued operations Profit / (loss) before tax Income tax calculated at the Australian rate of 27.5%(2016: 30%) Increase in income tax due to: Non‐deductible expenses Share compensation costs Effect of current year tax losses derecognised Under / (over) provision in prior year Difference in overseas tax rates Income tax expense 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 ‐ (534) ‐ (534) (534) ‐ (534) (6,449) (250) (6,699) (1,842) 1,083 64 666 (534) 29 (534) ‐ 254 524 778 778 ‐ 778 (30,603) (237) (30,840) (9,252) 7,750 234 1,881 254 (89) 778 Deferred tax assets arising from tax losses are only recognised to the extent that there are equivalent deferred tax liabilities. The remaining tax losses have not been recognised as an asset because recovery of the losses is not regarded as probable: Tax losses not recognised at 27.5% (2016: 30%) 9,503 9,584 (d) Tax consolidation system Legislation to allow groups, comprising a parent entity and its Australian resident wholly‐owned entities, to elect to consolidate and be treated as a single entity for income tax purposes was substantively enacted on 21 October 2002. Altura Mining Limited and certain of its wholly‐owned Australian subsidiaries are eligible to consolidate for tax purposes and have elected to form an income tax group under the Tax Consolidation Regime effective 1 July 2005. The implementation of the tax consolidation group was formally recognised by the ATO on 22 July 2005 with start date for income tax consolidation 1 July 2005 and Altura Mining Limited as the head entity of the group. Entities within the tax‐consolidated group have entered into a tax‐sharing agreement with the head entity. Under the terms of this agreement, Altura Mining Limited and each of the entities in the tax consolidated group has agreed to pay a tax equivalent payment to or from the head entity, based on standalone tax payer basis. Such amounts are reflected in amounts receivable from or payable to other entities in the tax consolidated group. 46 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 59 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 8. CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Cash at bank and on hand 13,271 22,132 9. RECEIVABLES CURRENT Trade and other receivables Provision for doubtful debts NON‐CURRENT Other receivables – related parties * 4,410 (1,074) 3,336 ‐ ‐ 1,977 (851) 1,126 2,482 2,482 * These unsecured amounts are due from a minority party in the Tabalong coal project. Their recoverability is dependent on the commercial exploitation of certain mining tenements in the project. The timing of which is currently unknown, and as such the amounts have not been discounted. No losses are expected on these amounts. In the current period this amount is presented in assets classified as held for sale. 2017 Consolidated 2016 Consolidated 0‐30 days $000 2,825 307 31‐60 days $000 43 83 61‐90 days $000 38 736 90+ days $000 Total $000 430 3,336 ‐ 1,126 As at 30 June 2017, $511,000 (2016, $819,000) trade receivables were past due. 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 1 1 52 52 1 1 50 50 10. INVENTORIES Consumables and stores – at cost 11. HELD TO MATURITY INVESTMENTS Term deposits The term deposits are held to their maturity of less than one year and carry a weighted average fixed interest rate of 1.70% (2016: 2.65%). Due to their short term nature their carrying value is assumed to approximate their fair value. Information about the Group’s exposure to credit risk is disclosed in Note 2. 47 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 60 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 12. OTHER CURRENT ASSETS Financial assets (security deposits) Prepayments 13. AVAILABLE‐FOR‐SALE FINANCIAL ASSESTS Listed investments at fair value 2017 $’000 128 205 333 824 824 2016 $’000 132 329 461 1,333 1,333 In November 2012 the Group acquired a 14.7% interest in Lithium Corporation, Nevada USA by way of a non‐brokered private placement. Lithium Corporation is quoted on the US OTCBB (Over The Counter Bulletin Board). 14. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT Motor vehicles Office equipment Plant and equipment Land Exploration $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 Plant and equipment under lease $’000 Total $’000 7,342 ‐ ‐ (150) ‐ 7,192 6,894 190 ‐ ‐ (131) ‐ 6,953 239 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 108 190 ‐ ‐ ‐ 298 108 23 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 131 167 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 8,779 661 ‐ (178) (34) 9,228 8,253 335 ‐ ‐ (177) (33) 8,378 850 2017 Gross carrying amount Balance at 30 June 2016 Additions Transfer Exchange difference Disposals 713 339 ‐ (18) (33) Balance at 30 June 2017 1,001 Accumulated depreciation Balance at 30 June 2016 Depreciation expense Impairment expense Transfer Exchange difference Disposals Balance at 30 June 2017 Net book value as at 30 June 2017 686 56 ‐ ‐ (21) (32) 689 312 616 132 ‐ (10) (1) 737 565 66 ‐ ‐ (25) (1) 605 132 48 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 14. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT (continued) 61 Motor vehicles Office equipment Plant and equipment Land Exploration $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 Plant and equipment under lease $’000 Total $’000 2016 Gross carrying amount Balance at 30 June 2015 Additions Transfer Exchange difference Disposals Balance at 30 June 2016 Accumulated depreciation Balance at 30 June 2015 Depreciation expense Impairment expense Transfer Exchange difference Disposals Balance at 30 June 2016 Net book value as at 30 June 2016 755 ‐ 63 18 (123) 713 658 52 ‐ 46 35 (105) 686 27 599 12 ‐ 16 (11) 616 478 72 ‐ ‐ 26 (11) 565 51 7,208 ‐ ‐ 134 ‐ 7,342 6,089 418 261 ‐ 126 ‐ 6,894 448 16 ‐ ‐ ‐ (16) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 15. EXPLORATION AND EVALUATION Exploration and evaluation expenditure at cost: Carried forward from previous year Transfer to mine development costs Incurred during the year Transferred to assets classified as held for sale Written off during the year Total exploration and evaluation expenditure The recovery of expenditure carried forward is dependent upon the discovery of commercially viable mineral and other natural resource deposits, their development and exploitation, or alternatively their sale. The Company's title to certain mining tenements is subject to Ministerial approval and may be subject to successful outcomes of native title issues. 108 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 108 107 1 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 108 ‐ 61 ‐ (63) 2 ‐ ‐ 33 11 ‐ (46) 2 ‐ ‐ ‐ 8,747 12 ‐ 170 (150) 8,779 7,365 554 261 ‐ 189 (116) 8,253 526 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 14,394 (15,459) 8,382 (6,092) 1,226 ‐ 1,226 14,949 ‐ 3,340 ‐ 18,289 (3,895) 14,394 49 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 ‐ 15,459 43,894 59,353 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 144 144 9,198 9,198 2,072 2,072 15,677 15,677 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 1,604 16,833 18,437 62 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 16. MINE DEVELOPMENT AT COST Mine development costs: Carried forward from previous year Transfer from exploration and evaluation Incurred during the year Total mine development costs 17. INVESTMENTS ACCOUNTED FOR USING THE EQUITY METHOD Non‐Current Assets Investments in associates (refer to Note 1c(ii) and Note 26 (b)) Impairment assessment An impairment charge of $18,000 was recognised during the 12 months ended 30 June 2017 to the Group’s investment in the Delta Coal operations. The recoverable amount is based on the Director’s assessment of the likely return to the Company on sale of the asset. 18. TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES Trade payables 19. BORROWINGS Current borrowings Interest bearing Vendor loan # Total current borrowings Non‐current borrowings Non‐interest bearing Loan from other entities ^ Vendor loan # Total non‐current borrowings # The vendor loan totalling $15.7 million (30 June 2016: $16.8 million) represents the amount owing to the vendors of Evora Mining Inc. ^ These funds were advanced by the minority shareholder in the Tabalong coal project in accordance with the loan agreement. The facility has no defined repayment term and is disclosed as non‐current. In the current period this amount is presented in liabilities classified as held for sale. 50 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 63 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 20. CURRENT PROVISIONS Employee benefits Movements in provisions Short term employee benefits Opening balance Provision increase / (decrease) Expense incurred Balance at year end The aggregate employee entitlement liability recognised and included in the financial statements is as follows: Provision for employee entitlements: Current Total 21. CURRENT TAXATION & DEFERRED TAX LIABILITIES & ASSETS (a) Liabilities Current Income tax paid / payable Non‐Current Deferred tax liability comprises: Unrealised foreign exchange gain Tax allowances relating to exploration Other (b) Assets Non‐Current Deferred assets comprise: Provisions Revenue losses Revenue losses not recognised Property, plant and equipment Other (c) Reconciliation of: Gross movements The overall movement in the deferred tax account is as follows: Opening balance ‐ net deferred taxes (Charge) / credit to income statement (Charge) / credit to equity Closing balance ‐ net deferred taxes 842 842 847 200 (205) 842 842 842 847 847 777 132 (62) 847 847 847 ‐ ‐ 1,586 4,560 6 6,152 254 15,154 (9,503) 6 241 6,152 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 2,140 2,483 3 4,627 254 13,887 (9,584) 7 63 4,627 505 (524) 19 ‐ 51 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 64 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 22. REHABILITATION PROVISION Non‐current provision Rehabilitation and demobilisation Movements in provisions Rehabilitation and demobilisation Opening balance Provision increase/(decrease)/(disposed) Expense incurred Balance at year end 23. CONTRIBUTED EQUITY Issued capital 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 3,918 3,918 ‐ 3,918 ‐ 3,918 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 1,541,678,000 (2016: 1,222,459,902) ordinary shares issued and fully paid 146,556 105,840 Fully paid ordinary shares Balance at the beginning of the financial year Issue of shares to directors and staff # Issue of shares on vesting of performance rights ## Share purchase plan Share placement and lead managers fee Share placement Exercise of Listed Options Repayment of Director and Management loans by the issue of shares Share issue costs 2017 Number $’000 2016 Number 1,222,459,902 450,000 3,600,000 3,869,000 105,840 70 233 773 306,000,000 5,299,098 41,616 105 $’000 78,904 545 183 ‐ 23,000 837,676,732 11,450,000 2,900,000 ‐ 137,037,037 197,396,133 3,948 ‐ ‐ ‐ (2,081) 36,000,000 ‐ 360 (1,100) Balance at the end of the financial year 1,541,678,000 146,556 1,222,459,902 105,840 # Nil shares were issued to directors and other key management personnel in 2017 (2016 11,000,000). ## 2,600,000 shares were issued to directors and other key management personnel in 2017 (2016 2,400,000). Fully paid ordinary shares carry one vote per share and carry the rights to dividends. Ordinary shares have no par value. Reserves The option and performance rights reserve records items recognised as expenses on the valuation of share options and performance rights. The foreign currency translation reserve records exchange differences arising on translation of a foreign controlled subsidiary. The change in fair value reserve records valuation differences arising on the market valuation of available for sale financial assets. Capital management The Board's policy is to maintain a strong capital base so as to maintain investor, creditor and market confidence and to sustain future development of the business. There were no changes to the consolidated entity's approach to capital management during the year. Neither the Company nor any of its subsidiaries are subject to externally imposed capital requirements. The Board effectively manages the Group’s capital by assessing the Group’s financial risks and adjusting its capital structure in response to changes in these risks and in the market. These responses include the management of debt levels and by share issues. 52 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 65 24. SHARE BASED PAYMENTS a) Options The Company previously had in place an Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP) under which employees and directors of the Group may be issued on a discretionary basis with options over ordinary shares of Altura Mining Limited. In 2014 this plan was replaced with a Long‐Term Incentive Plan referred to below in (b). There were no employee share options on issue as at 30 June 2017: Number of options 2017 Weighted average exercise price $ Number of options 2016 Weighted average exercise price $ Outstanding at the beginning of the year Granted Forfeited / expired Exercised Outstanding at year‐end Exercisable at year‐end ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 9,000,000 ‐ (9,000,000) ‐ ‐ ‐ 0.20 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ There were no new options issued to staff during the year ended 30 June 2017. b) Performance Rights In 2014 the Company approved a Long‐Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) under which employees and directors of the Group may be issued on a discretionary basis with performance rights over ordinary shares of Altura Mining Limited. The purpose of this plan is to: assist in the reward, retention and motivation of employees and directors; align the interests of employees and directors more closely with the interests of Shareholders by providing an opportunity for employees and directors to receive an equity interest in the form of Awards; and provide employees and directors with the opportunity to share in any future growth in value of the Company. The Performance Rights lapse when employment ceases with Altura Mining Limited. The Performance Rights have been granted for no consideration, and no amount is payable on the vesting or exercising of the Performance Rights. All rights subject to the LTIP carry no rights to dividends and no voting rights, until converted into ordinary shares. The Company had the following Performance Rights granted under the LTIP as at 30 June 2017: Number Issue date Vesting date 2,400,000 11 December 2014 30 November 2017 400,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 100,000 500,000 11 August 2015 21 June 2016 12 August 2016 27 February 2017 22 June 2017 30 March 2017 30 November 2017 30 November 2017 30 November 2017 30 November 2017 30 November 2017 First shipment of ore 53 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 66 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 24. SHARE BASED PAYMENTS (continued) c) Bonus shares During the year 450,000 shares were issued to staff for no consideration. During the year, the Company has the following share based payments expenses: Performance rights (Note 24b) Bonus shares 2017 $’000 162 70 232 2016 $’000 235 545 780 25. KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL COMPENSATION a) Names and positions held of key management personnel in office at any time during the financial year are: Directors James Brown Paul Mantell Allan Buckler Dan O’Neill BT Kuan Zhao Tong Managing Director Executive Director Non‐Executive Director Non‐Executive Director Non‐Executive Director Non‐Executive Director Key Management Personnel Chris Evans Noel Young Damon Cox General Manager, Operations Group Financial Controller Company Secretary b) Key management personnel remuneration Short‐term employee benefits Long‐term employee benefits Post‐employment benefits Termination benefits Share based payments c) Option holdings 2017 $ 1,757,701 ‐ 102,217 ‐ 88,685 1,948,603 2016 $ 1,263,069 ‐ 70,534 ‐ 571,980 1,905,583 Details of options granted as compensation and shares issued on the exercise of such options, together with terms and conditions of the options, can be found in the Directors’ Report and under Note 24(a). There were no options held by key management personnel as at 30 June 2017. 2016 J Brown P Mantell A Buckler D O’Neill B Kuan C Evans N Young D Cox Balance at the start of the year 4,500,001 5,523,334 28,682,283 1,555,556 3,500,000 ‐ 2,180,000 425,000 Granted for loan conversion 3,000,000 3,000,000 3,000,000 3,000,000 3,000,000 ‐ 3,000,000 ‐ Exercised Lapsed (5,500,001) (6,523,334) (30,682,283) (3,555,556) (5,500,000) ‐ (4,830,000) (75,000) 54 (2,000,000) (2,000,000) (1,000,000) (1,000,000) (1,000,000) ‐ (350,000) (350,000) Balance at end of the year Vested and exercisable ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 24. SHARE BASED PAYMENTS (continued) c) Bonus shares During the year, the Company has the following share based payments expenses: Performance rights (Note 24b) Bonus shares 2017 $’000 162 70 232 2016 $’000 235 545 780 25. KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL COMPENSATION a) Names and positions held of key management personnel in office at any time during the financial year are: Directors James Brown Paul Mantell Allan Buckler Dan O’Neill BT Kuan Zhao Tong Managing Director Executive Director Non‐Executive Director Non‐Executive Director Non‐Executive Director Non‐Executive Director Key Management Personnel Chris Evans Noel Young Damon Cox General Manager, Operations Group Financial Controller Company Secretary b) Key management personnel remuneration Short‐term employee benefits Long‐term employee benefits Post‐employment benefits Termination benefits Share based payments c) Option holdings 2017 $ ‐ ‐ 1,757,701 1,263,069 102,217 70,534 88,685 1,948,603 571,980 1,905,583 2016 $ ‐ ‐ Details of options granted as compensation and shares issued on the exercise of such options, together with terms and conditions of the options, can be found in the Directors’ Report and under Note 24(a). There were no options held by key management personnel as at 30 June 2017. Exercised Lapsed Balance at end of the Vested and exercisable year 2016 J Brown P Mantell A Buckler D O’Neill B Kuan C Evans N Young D Cox Balance at the start of the year 4,500,001 5,523,334 Granted for loan conversion 3,000,000 3,000,000 (5,500,001) (6,523,334) 28,682,283 3,000,000 (30,682,283) 1,555,556 3,500,000 3,000,000 3,000,000 (3,555,556) (5,500,000) ‐ 2,180,000 425,000 3,000,000 (4,830,000) ‐ ‐ ‐ (75,000) 54 (2,000,000) (2,000,000) (1,000,000) (1,000,000) (1,000,000) ‐ (350,000) (350,000) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ During the year 450,000 shares were issued to staff for no consideration. Number of performance rights held by key management personnel The number of performance rights in the Company held during the financial year by each director of Altura Mining Limited and other key management personnel of the Group, including their personally related parties, are set out below. Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 25. KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL COMPENSATION (continued) d) Performance Rights 67 Balance at the start of the year 2,000,000 1,000,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 ‐ 800,000 400,000 400,000 Balance at the start of the year 3,000,000 1,500,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 2017 J Brown P Mantell A Buckler D O’Neill B Kuan Z Tong C Evans N Young D Cox 2016 J Brown P Mantell A Buckler D O’Neill B Kuan C Evans N Young D Cox Granted as compensation Shares issued/ rights lapsed Balance at the end of the year Vesting 30 Nov 2017 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (1,000,000) 1,000,000 1,000,000 (500,000) (100,000) (100,000) (100,000) ‐ (400,000) (200,000) (200,000) 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 ‐ 400,000 200,000 200,000 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 ‐ 400,000 200,000 200,000 Granted as compensation Shares issued/ rights lapsed Balance at the end of the year Vesting 30 Nov 2016 Vesting 30 Nov 2017 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (1,000,000) 2,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 (500,000) (100,000) (100,000) (100,000) (200,000) (200,000) (200,000) 1,000,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 800,000 400,000 400,000 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 400,000 200,000 200,000 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 400,000 200,000 200,000 ‐ 1,000,000 600,000 600,000 ‐ ‐ Details of performance rights awarded as compensation and shares issued on the vesting of the rights, together with terms and conditions of the rights, can be found in the Directors’ Report and under Note 24(b). 55 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 68 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 25. KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL COMPENSATION (continued) e) Share holdings Number of shares held by key management personnel The number of shares in the Company held during the financial year by each director of Altura Mining Limited and other key management personnel (KMP) of the Group, including their personally related parties, are set out below. 2017 J Brown P Mantell A Buckler D O’Neill B Kuan C Evans N Young D Cox 2016 J Brown P Mantell A Buckler D O’Neill B Kuan C Evans N Young D Cox Balance at start of the year 26,518,301 32,503,084 177,193,692 14,333,336 20,800,000 1,041,000 17,174,411 1,275,000 Balance at start of the year 12,018,300 17,479,750 138,411,409 2,777,780 7,182,968 ‐ 6,144,411 1,000,000 Purchased / (sold) Exercise of Listed Options Conversion of loans to Company Vesting of performance rights Other changes Balance at the end of the year ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (41,000) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 1,000,000 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 400,000 200,000 200,000 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 27,518,301 33,003,084 177,293,692 14,433,336 20,900,000 1,400,000 17,374,411 1,475,000 Purchased / (sold) Exercise of Listed Options Conversion of loans to Company Vesting of performance rights Other changes # Balance at the end of the year ‐ ‐ ‐ (100,000) 17,032 (159,000) ‐ ‐ 5,500,001 6,523,334 30,682,283 3,555,556 5,500,000 ‐ 4,830,000 75,000 6,000,000 6,000,000 6,000,000 6,000,000 6,000,000 ‐ 6,000,000 ‐ 1,000,000 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 1,000,000 ‐ ‐ 26,518,301 32,503,084 177,193,692 14,333,336 20,800,000 1,041,000 17,174,411 1,275,000 # Other changes during the 2016 year relate to a bonus issue of shares to directors (following approval at the 2015 AGM), and a sign on bonus granted to KMP, Chris Evans during the year. 56 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 69 25. KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL COMPENSATION (continued) e) Share holdings 26. INVESTMENTS IN OTHER ENTITIES a) Joint operations Number of shares held by key management personnel The number of shares in the Company held during the financial year by each director of Altura Mining Limited and other key management personnel (KMP) of the Group, including their personally related parties, are set out below. Altura Mining Limited holds no interests in any joint operations or ventures. b) Interests are held in the following associated companies: Purchased / Exercise of (sold) Listed Options Conversion of loans to Company Vesting of Other performance changes 2017 J Brown P Mantell A Buckler D O’Neill B Kuan C Evans N Young D Cox J Brown P Mantell A Buckler D O’Neill B Kuan C Evans N Young D Cox Balance at start of the year 26,518,301 32,503,084 177,193,692 14,333,336 20,800,000 1,041,000 17,174,411 1,275,000 Balance at start of the year 12,018,300 17,479,750 138,411,409 2,777,780 7,182,968 6,144,411 1,000,000 (41,000) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (100,000) 17,032 ‐ (159,000) rights 1,000,000 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 400,000 200,000 200,000 rights 1,000,000 500,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ Balance at the end of the year 27,518,301 33,003,084 177,293,692 14,433,336 20,900,000 1,400,000 17,374,411 1,475,000 Balance at the end of the year ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 2,000,000 2,000,000 26,518,301 32,503,084 2,000,000 177,193,692 2,000,000 2,000,000 1,000,000 14,333,336 20,800,000 1,041,000 17,174,411 1,275,000 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ Conversion of loans to Company 6,000,000 6,000,000 6,000,000 6,000,000 6,000,000 Listed Options 5,500,001 6,523,334 30,682,283 3,555,556 5,500,000 ‐ 75,000 4,830,000 6,000,000 2016 (sold) Purchased / Exercise of Vesting of Other performance changes # # Other changes during the 2016 year relate to a bonus issue of shares to directors (following approval at the 2015 AGM), and a sign on bonus granted to KMP, Chris Evans during the year. Name Principal activities Country of incorporation Ownership interest Carrying amount of investment Unlisted: Evora Mining Inc.* Merida Mining Pte. Ltd. Coal Mining Holding and Investment British Virgin Islands Singapore 2017 % 33⅓ 33⅓ 2016 % 33⅓ 33⅓ 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 ‐ ‐ ‐ 144 ‐ 144 * Evora Mining Inc. is the ultimate controlling entity of PT Binamitra Sumberata, the owner and operator of the Delta coal mining tenements. The Group acquired 33⅓% of the issued shares of Evora Mining Inc. in 2013. The financial information presented represents information to 30 September 2016. PT Binamitra Sumberata was placed under Indonesian court administration and the Company does not currently have access to the trading results of the entity. c) Movement in carrying amounts Opening acquisition value Share of profits after income tax Foreign exchange movement Impairment Carrying amount at the end of the financial year Information relating to associated companies is set out below: d) Summarised financial information of associates Share of assets and liabilities Current assets Non‐current assets Total assets Current liabilities Non‐current liabilities Total liabilities Net assets Share of revenues, expenses and profits: Revenues Expenses Profit (loss) before income tax Income tax expense / (benefit) Profit (loss) after income tax 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 144 (124) (2) (18) ‐ 19,451 (1,513) 686 (18,480) 144 4,571 12,029 16,600 18,231 ‐ 18,231 (1,631) 978 (1,102) (124) ‐ (124) 4,948 12,302 17,250 18,841 ‐ 18,841 (1,591) 6,001 (7,514) (1,513) ‐ (1,513) 56 57 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 70 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 27. INTERESTS IN SUBSIDIARIES The consolidated financial statements incorporate the assets, liabilities and results of the following wholly‐owned subsidiaries in accordance with the accounting policy described in Note 1: Country of incorporation Ownership interest Name of entity Altura Lithium Operations Pty Ltd (formerly Altura Exploration Pty Ltd) Altura Drilling Pty Ltd Altura Minerals Pty Ltd (formerly Altura Lithium Pty Ltd) Minvest Australia Pty Ltd Minvest International Corporation Altura Asia Pte Ltd Altura Mining Philippines Inc. * PT Asiadrill Bara Utama PT Altura Indonesia PT Minvest Mitra Pembangunan PT Cakrawala Jasa Pratama PT Minvest Jasatama Teknik PT Cybertek Global Utama Australia Australia Australia Australia Mauritius Singapore Philippines Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia 2017 % 100 100 100 100 100 100 40 100 100 100 100 100 100 2016 % 100 100 100 100 100 100 40 100 100 100 100 100 100 * Altura Mining Limited through its wholly owned subsidiary, Altura Asia Pte Ltd holds 40% direct equity in Altura Mining Philippines Inc. This entity is considered a subsidiary as the Group has full economic and management rights. The consolidated financial statements incorporate the assets, liabilities and results of the following subsidiaries with non‐ controlling interests in accordance with the accounting policy described in Note 1: Country of incorporation Principal activities Parent ownership interest Non‐controlling interest Name of entity PT Velseis Indonesia * PT Jasa Tambang Pratama # PT Cahaya Permata Khatulistiwa # PT Suryaraya Permata Cemerlang # PT Suryaraya Cahaya Khatulistiwa # PT Suryaraya Cahaya Cemerlang # PT Suryaraya Permata Khatulistiwa # PT Suryaraya Pusaka # PT Kodio Multicom PT Marangkayu Bara Makarti Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia Indonesia Mining services Mining and exploration Mining and exploration Mining and exploration Mining and exploration Mining and exploration Mining and exploration Mining and exploration Mining and exploration Mining and exploration 2017 % 50 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 56 56 2016 % 50 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 56 56 2017 % 50 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 44 44 2016 % 50 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 44 44 Altura Mining Limited, Altura Lithium Operations Pty Ltd and Altura Minerals Pty Ltd are included within the tax consolidation group. # Altura Mining Limited through its wholly owned subsidiary, Altura Asia Pte Ltd holds 70% direct equity in these seven entities. * Altura Mining Limited through its wholly owned subsidiary, Minvest International Corporation holds 50% direct equity in PT Velseis Indonesia. This entity is considered a subsidiary as the Group has full management rights. 58 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 71 27. INTERESTS IN SUBSIDIARIES (continued) Summarised financial information Summarised financial information of the subsidiaries with non‐controlling interests that are material to the consolidated entity are set out below: PT Velseis Indonesia $’000 PT Suryaraya Pusaka $’000 PT Kodio Multicom $’000 PT Marangkayu Bara Makarti $’000 2017 Summarised statement of financial position Current assets Non‐current assets Total assets Current liabilities Non‐current liabilities Total liabilities Net assets Summarised statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income Revenue Expenses Profit / (loss) before income tax expense Income tax expense / (benefit) Profit / (loss) after income tax expense Other comprehensive income Total comprehensive income Statement of cash flows Net cash from operating activities Net cash used in investing activities Net cash used in financing activities Net increase / (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents Other financial information Profit attributable to non‐controlling interests Accumulated non‐controlling interest at the end of reporting period 447 244 691 201 73 274 417 483 396 87 ‐ 87 (11) 76 20 ‐ ‐ 20 38 184 170 1,530 1,700 ‐ 1,151 1,151 549 ‐ 1 (1) ‐ (1) 3 2 7 ‐ ‐ 7 1 (1) 969 833 1,802 1 807 808 994 ‐ 24 (24) ‐ (24) 10 (14) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (6) 19 968 1,633 2,601 5 1,583 1,588 1,013 ‐ 20 (20) ‐ (20) 10 (10) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (4) 28 59 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 72 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 27. INTERESTS IN SUBSIDIARIES (continued) PT Velseis Indonesia $’000 PT Suryaraya Pusaka $’000 PT Kodio Multicom $’000 PT Marangkayu Bara Makarti $’000 372 265 637 231 ‐ 231 406 475 520 (45) 54 (99) 12 (87) (27) ‐ ‐ (27) (44) 146 176 1,550 1,726 ‐ 1,156 1,156 570 ‐ 3 (3) ‐ (3) (2) (5) (24) ‐ ‐ (24) (1) 1 ‐ 1,885 1,885 1 831 832 1,053 ‐ (8) 8 ‐ 8 (9) (1) (5) ‐ ‐ (5) ‐ 25 ‐ 2,712 2,712 5 1,638 1,643 1,069 ‐ (8) 8 ‐ 8 (9) (1) (5) ‐ ‐ (5) ‐ 32 2016 Summarised statement of financial position Current assets Non‐current assets Total assets Current liabilities Non‐current liabilities Total liabilities Net assets Summarised statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income Revenue Expenses Profit / (loss) before income tax expense Income tax expense / (benefit) Profit / (loss) after income tax expense Other comprehensive income Total comprehensive income Statement of cash flows Net cash from operating activities Net cash used in investing activities Net cash used in financing activities Net increase / (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents Other financial information Profit attributable to non‐controlling interests Accumulated non‐controlling interest at the end of reporting period 28. RELATED PARTIES Transactions within the wholly‐owned group The wholly‐owned group includes the ultimate parent entity in the wholly‐owned group, and wholly‐owned controlled entities. The ultimate parent entity in the wholly‐owned group is Altura Mining Limited. During the year the parent entity provided financial assistance to its wholly owned and controlled entities by way of intercompany loans. The loans are unsecured, interest free and have no fixed term of repayment. Sales and purchases between related parties within the Group have been eliminated upon consolidation. There were no further sales or purchases from wholly‐owned related parties during the financial year. Transaction with a significant shareholder During the year, Altura Lithium Operations Pty Ltd entered into a binding offtake agreement with J&R Shaanxi Optimum Energy Ltd (J&R), the largest shareholder of Altura Mining Limited, for the supply of lithium (spodumene concentrate) on commencement of production from Altura Lithium’s mine which is currently under construction in Western Australia. The agreement provides for Altura to sell a minimum of 100,000 tonnes of 6% spodumene to J&R annually for an initial 5 year period. Annual pricing will be agreed with reference to current market information, including but not limited to prices published or announced by other companies in the market, movement in carbonate pricing and with reference to any indices that may become available in the future. For the first 3 years of the agreement, a floor price of US$550 per tonne has been agreed, and there is also a ceiling price of US$950 per tonne for the same period. 60 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 29. NOTES TO STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS 73 a) For the purpose of the statement of cash flows, cash includes cash on hand and in banks, and investments in money market instruments, net of outstanding bank overdrafts. Cash at the end of the financial year as shown in the statements of cash flows is reconciled to the related items in the balance sheet as follows: Cash at bank and on hand (Note 8) Cash in assets classified as held for sale Cash per statement of cash flows Reconciliation to Statement of Cash Flows For the purposes of the Statement of Cash Flows, cash and cash equivalents comprise the following at 30 June: Cash at bank and on hand Short‐term deposits Cash at bank and on hand 2017 $’000 13,271 37 13,308 2016 $’000 22,132 ‐ 22,132 13,308 ‐ 13,308 22,132 ‐ 22,132 b) Reconciliation of operating profit / (loss) after income tax to net cash used in operating activities Operating loss after income tax (6,165) (31,618) 162 ‐ 70 ‐ 18 335 ‐ 124 (5,166) 24 ‐ (2,210) 7,128 128 (5) (5,557) 235 252 545 261 18,480 554 3,895 1,513 (1,066) 277 505 1,632 452 (41) 70 (4,054) Adjustments for non‐cash income and expense items: Option and share pricing Interest expense Bonus paid by way of issue of shares to directors and staff Impairment – property, plant and equipment Impairment ‐ equity Depreciation of property, plant and equipment Exploration expenditure written off Share of (profit) / loss of associates and joint venture partnership Foreign currency exchange rate movement (Increase) / decrease in current tax prepaid Increase / (decrease) in deferred tax balances Changes in assets and liabilities: (Increase) / decrease in receivables (Decrease) / increase in other creditors and accruals (Increase) / decrease in deposits and prepayments Increase / (decrease) in current provisions Net cash used in operating activities c) Acquisition of entities The Group did not acquire any interest in entities during the year. 61 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 74 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 30. PARENT ENTITY DISCLOSURE (a) Summary of financial information The individual financial statements for the parent entity show the following aggregate amounts: Balance sheet Current assets Total assets Current liabilities Total liabilities Net assets Equity Contributed equity Reserves Retained profits / (accumulated losses) Total shareholder equity Loss for the year Total comprehensive loss for the year (b) Contingent liabilities Contingent liabilities are disclosed in Note 33. (c) Contractual commitments No later than one year Later than one year and not later than five years Later than five years 31. AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION Amount paid or payable for the audit or review of the financial report 2017 $’000 Parent 2016 $’000 Parent 13,304 101,008 723 723 100,285 146,556 162 (46,433) 100,285 21,980 67,259 554 554 66,705 105,840 233 (39,367) 66,705 (7,065) (12,883) (7,065) (12,883) 89 148 ‐ 237 2017 $’000 109 109 44 15 ‐ 59 2016 $’000 107 107 32. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS Subsequent to the end of the financial year, Altura completed a project funding package for construction and commissioning of its Altura Lithium Project in the Pilbara region of Western Australia (see ASX release on 28 July 2017). Completion of the funding package was the final prerequisite required to enable the Company to complete construction of the mine and move into production in the first half of calendar 2018. The key details of the facility are: Senior secured loan notes issue to raise a total of US$110 million Leading US and Swiss based investment management groups to provide the loan note facility package Funding to be provided in two (2) tranches with Tranche 1 (approximately US$33 million before costs) settlement occurring on 4 August 2017 and Tranche 2 (US$77 million before costs) scheduled to settle by 21 September 2017 62 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2017 33. CONTINGENT LIABILITIES 75 Details and estimates of maximum amounts of contingent liabilities for which no provision is included in the financial statements are as follows: The bankers of the Group and parent entity have issued undertakings and guarantees to the DME (Northern Territory Department of Mines and Energy) and various other entities. A subsidiary of the Group has entered into a conditional loan agreement No losses are anticipated in respect of any of the above contingent liabilities. 34. COMMITMENTS 2017 $’000 53 2016 $’000 27 In order to maintain an interest in the mining and exploration tenements in which the Group is involved, the Group is committed to meeting the conditions under which the tenements were granted and the obligations of any joint venture agreements. The timing and amount of exploration expenditure commitments and obligations of the Group are subject to the minimum expenditure commitments required by the relevant State Departments of Minerals and Energy, and may vary significantly from the forecast based upon the results of the work performed which will determine the prospectivity of the relevant area of interest. One of the Group's subsidiaries has contracted to provide up to a US$4 million facility to a minority party in the Tabalong coal project. The provision of the facility is contingent on project milestones being achieved. The facility will be repaid in accordance with the loan agreement between the parties. The likelihood of this proceeding is highly probable. a) Exploration work The Company has certain obligations to perform minimum exploration work and expend minimum amounts on its wholly owned mining tenements. Obligations for the next 12 months are expected to amount to $294,308 (2015: $262,897). No estimate has been given of expenditure commitments beyond 12 months for its wholly owned tenements as this is dependent on the Directors’ ongoing assessment of operations and, in certain instances, native title negotiations. b) Asset acquisitions The Group has the following commitments for asset acquisitions at 30 June 2017. Capital expenditures contracted for at the balance sheet date but not recognised in the financial statements Mine development at cost c) Operating leases 2017 $’000 2016 $’000 13,903 13,903 ‐ ‐ The Group has entered into operating leases for office premises at Barrack Street in Perth, Western Australia and at Jakarta and Balikpapan in Indonesia. The Group also has operating leases in relation to certain office equipment. The commitment in respect of these leases is: No later than one year Later than one year and not later than five years Later than five years 63 2017 $’000 391 266 ‐ 657 2016 $’000 325 363 ‐ 688 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Altura Mining Limited and Controlled Entities Directors’ Declaration 76 DIRECTORS' DECLARATION In the Directors’ opinion: (a) The financial statements and notes are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 and: a. b. comply with Accounting Standards and the Corporations Regulations 2001; and give a true and fair view of the consolidated entity’s financial position as at 30 June 2017 and its performance for the financial year ended on that date; (b) the financial statements and notes also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards as set out in Note 1; (c) the remuneration disclosures that are contained in the remuneration report in the Directors’ report comply with Australian Accounting Standard AASB 124 Related Party Disclosures, the Corporations Act 2001 and the Corporations Regulations 2001; and (d) there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debt as and when they become due and payable. The Directors have been given the declarations by the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer required under section 295A of the Corporations Act 2001. This declaration is made in accordance with a resolution of the directors. __________________________ BT Kuan Director Perth, 20 September 2017 64 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 77 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF ALTURA MINING LIMITED Report on the Financial Report Opinion We have audited the accompanying financial report of Altura Mining Limited (the company), which comprises the consolidated balance sheet as at 30 June 2017, the consolidated statement of profit or loss, the consolidated statement of other comprehensive income, the consolidated statement of changes in equity and the consolidated statement of cash flows for the year then ended, notes comprising a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory information, and the directors’ declaration of the company and the consolidated entity comprising the company and the entities it controlled at the year’s end or from time to time during the financial year. In our opinion, the financial report of Altura Mining Limited is in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001, including: a) Giving a true and fair view of the consolidated entity’s financial position as at 30 June 2017 and of its performance for the year ended on that date; and b) Complying with Australian Accounting Standards and the Corporations Regulations 2001. Basis for Opinion We conducted our audit in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. Those standards require that we comply with relevant ethical requirements relating to audit engagements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial report is free from material misstatement. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibility section of our report. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. Independence We are independent of the consolidated entity in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 and the ethical requirements of the Accounting Professional and Ethical Standards Board’s APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (the code) that are relevant to our audit of the financial report in Australia. We have also fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the Code. Key Audit Matters Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgement, were of most significance in our audit of the financial report of the current period. These matters were addressed in the context of our audit of the financial report as a whole, and in forming our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters. For each matter below, our description of how our audit addressed the matter is provided in that context. 65 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 78 1. Pilgangoora Lithium Project – Reclassification of exploration and evaluation assets Why significant How our audit addressed the key audit matter In accordance with AASB 6 Exploration for and Evaluation of Mineral Resources an entity shall reclassify exploration and evaluation assets when the technical feasibility and commercial viability of extraction are demonstrable. Our work included, but was not limited to, the following procedures: Conducting a detailed review of management’s assessment of the exploration and evaluation assets for impairment at the time of reclassification: Directors are of the view that as of the completion of the Definitive Feasibility Study (“DFS”) on 26 September 2016, this is now the case and as such, the exploration and evaluation assets relating to the Pilgangoora Lithium Project have been reclassified to Mine Development Assets. It is a requirement of the exploration and AASB 6 evaluation assets for impairment at the time of reclassification. to assess The consolidated entity’s accounting policy in respect of exploration and evaluation expenditure is outlined in Note 1 (b). Significant judgement is required in determining the treatment of exploration and evaluation expenditure in accordance with AASB 6, and the consolidated entity’s accounting policy. In particular: whether the particular areas of interest meet the recognition conditions for an asset; which elements of exploration and evaluation for expenditures capitalisation for each area of interest; and evaluation of the recoverable amount of the exploration and evaluation asset. qualify The judgements and estimation can have a material impact on the financial report. As at the time of reclassification, the carrying value of assets reclassified to mine development costs was $15.459 million, as disclosed in Note 16. exploration evaluation and o assessing, whether the rights to tenure of the areas of interest remained current at the time of reclassification; o holding discussions with the directors and management to confirm the ongoing status of the mine development project; and reviewing the Definitive Feasibility Study (“DFS”) to confirm the experts opinion on the technical feasibility and commercial viability of an extraction project from that area of interest o testing, on a sample basis, exploration and evaluation expenditure incurred during the year for compliance with AASB 6 and the consolidated entity’s accounting policy; and assessing the appropriateness of the related disclosures in Note 1(b) and 16. 66 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 79 2. Mine Development Assets – Recognition and measurement Why significant to relating As at 30 June 2017 mine development expenditure the Pilgangoora Lithium Project of $59.353 million have been capitalized and are disclosed in Note 16. This asset is significant and represents 67% of total assets of the consolidated entity. is the applied judgement in Significant determining of mine development expenditure in accordance with Australian Accounting Standard AASB 116 Property, Plant and Equipment. In particular: treatment o whether the conditions for capitalisation are satisfied; and o whether facts and circumstances indicate that the mine development assets should be for impairment. tested The evaluation of the recoverable amount of the asset requires significant judgement in determining the key assumptions supporting future cash the expected the Pilgangoora Lithium Project. flows of How our audit addressed the key audit matter Our procedures included, but were not limited to: Confirming that the reclassification to Mine Development Assets of exploration and evaluation assets relating to the Pilgangoora Lithium Project has been in accordance with the requirements of AASB 6 as assessed above; Obtaining a project management report and holding discussions with the directors and management to confirm that the mine development project remains on time and on budget. Any abnormal costs of development are identified and excluded from capitalized costs. Testing on a sample basis, subsequent expenditure construction, installation or completion of infrastructure facilities capitalised during the year for the recognition and compliance with measurement criteria of AASB 116 for qualifying assets; and Assessing whether facts any the on or suggest circumstances impairment testing was required. existed to We also assessed the appropriateness of the related disclosures in Notes 1d and 16 to the Financial Statements. . 67 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 80 Other Information Other information is financial and non-financial information in the annual report of the consolidated entity which is provided in addition to the Financial Report and the Auditor’s Report. The directors are responsible for Other Information in the annual report. We have obtained all the Other Information prior to the date of this Auditor’s Report which includes the Directors’ Report. Our opinion on the Financial Report does not cover the Other Information and, accordingly, the auditor does not and will not express an audit opinion or any form of assurance conclusion thereon, with the exception of the Remuneration Report. In connection with our audit of the Financial Report, our responsibility is to read the Other Information. In doing so, we consider whether the Other Information is materially inconsistent with the Financial Report or our knowledge obtained in the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. We are required to report if we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this Other Information in the Financial Report and based on the work we have performed on the Other Information that we obtained prior the date of this Auditor’s Report we have nothing to report. Directors’ Responsibilities for the Financial Report The Directors of the company are responsible for the preparation of the financial report that gives a true and fair view in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and the Corporations Act 2001 and for such internal control as the Directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of the financial report that gives a true and fair view and is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial report, the Directors are responsible for assessing the consolidated entity’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using a going concern basis of accounting unless the Directors either intend to liquidate the consolidated entity or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so. Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Report Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial report based on our audit. Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial report as a whole is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individual or in aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of this financial report. As part of an audit in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards, we exercise professional judgement and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial report. 68 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 81 The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgement, including assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial report, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity’s preparation of the financial report that gives a true and fair view in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the Directors, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial report. We conclude on the appropriateness of the Directors’ use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the consolidated entity’s ability to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the financial report or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the consolidated entity to cease to continue as a going concern. We evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial report, including the disclosures, and whether the financial report represents the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation. We obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities or business activities within the consolidated entity to express an opinion on the financial report. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the audit. We remain solely responsible for our audit opinion. We communicate with the Directors regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit. The Auditing Standards require that we comply with relevant ethical requirements relating to audit engagements. We also provide the Directors with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related safeguards. From the matters communicated with the Directors, we determine those matters that were of most significance in the audit of the financial report of the current period and are therefore key audit matters. We describe these matters in our auditor’s report unless law or regulation precludes public disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances, we determine that a matter should not be communicated in our report because the adverse consequences of doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the public interest benefits of such communication. 69 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 82 Report on the Remuneration Report Opinion We have audited the Remuneration Report included in the directors’ report for the year ended 30 June 2017. In our opinion, the Remuneration Report of Altura Mining Limited for the year ended 30 June 2017, complies with section 300A of the Corporations Act 2001. Responsibilities 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. PKF HACKETTS AUDIT LIAM MURPHY PARTNER 20 SEPTEMBER 2017 BRISBANE 70 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017 ASX ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SCHEDULE OF MINERAL PROPERTIES Tenement Number E 45/2277 E 45/2287 E 45/2363 E 45/3488 E 45/4894 P 45/2758 M 45/1230 M 45/1231 M 45/1260 L 45/400 L 45/401 L 45/404 L 45/409 L 45/416 L 45/433 ELA 26626 ELA 26627 EL 26628 EL 29828 PT Delta Ultima Coal PT Suryaraya Permata Khatulistiwa PT Suryaraya Cahaya Cemerlang PT Suryaraya Pusaka PT Kodio Multicom PT Marangkayu Bara Makarti COC 182 (Area 3) – Catanduanes COC 200 (Area 4) – Rapu-Rapu COC 202 (Area 17) – Surigao del Sur Location Pilbara, Western Australia Tanami, Northern Territory Delta, East Kalimantan Tabalong, South Kalimantan Catanduanes, Philippines Albay Region, Philippines Bislig Region, Philippines Key to tenement type: E, EL: Exploration Licence G: General Purpose Lease L: Miscellaneous Licence M, ML: Mining Lease P: Prospecting Licence 83 Interest 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 10% 10% 10% 10% 331/3% 70% 70% 70% 56% 56% 100% 100% 100% ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 201784 ASX ADDITIONAL INFORMATION continued ISSUED CAPITAL The issued capital of the company as at 30 September 2017 consists of 1,614,422,513 fully paid ordinary shares. DISTRIBUTION OF SHAREHOLDERS AS AT 30 SEPTEMBER 2017 FULLY PAID ORDINARY SHARES Number of holders: 6,487 Holders of less than a marketable parcel: 383 NUMBER OF HOLDERS IN THE FOLLOWING DISTRIBUTION CATEGORIES: Fully paid ordinary shares 0–1,000 1,001–5,000 5,001–10,000 10,001–100,000 100,001 and over Total 303 1,035 1,018 3,116 1,015 6,487 20 LARGEST SHAREHOLDERS – FULLY PAID SHARES The names of the 20 largest shareholders as at 30 September 2017 are as follows: Rank 1 Holder name Furui Holdings Limited Units % of issued shares 18.95% 306,000,000 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Shazo Holdings Pty Ltd MT Smith Hartco Nominees Pty Ltd Farjoy Pty Ltd Citicorp Nominees Pty Ltd Magy LLC PK & MA Mantell AC Buckler Lionergy Limited Rookharp Investments Pty Ltd JS & ML Brown BT Kuan CarVal Lido Trading Limited E.M. Enterprises (Qld) Pty Ltd Sand King Pty Ltd HSBC Custody Nominees (Australia) Limited NT Young Finn Air Holdings Pty Ltd 162,353,691 101,467,709 83,242,836 48,784,288 38,093,364 33,020,233 32,863,083 32,386,065 27,191,358 26,355,552 23,428,914 20,900,000 19,812,140 14,345,679 13,500,000 13,000,000 11,728,438 9,400,000 9,272,034 10.06% 6.29% 5.16% 3.02% 2.36% 2.05% 2.04% 2.01% 1.68% 1.63% 1.45% 1.29% 1.23% 0.89% 0.84% 0.81% 0.73% 0.58% 0.57% Total 1,027,145,384 63.62% ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017ASX ADDITIONAL INFORMATION continued SUBSTANTIAL SHAREHOLDERS 85 The names of substantial shareholders and the number of equity securities as disclosed in their most recent substantial shareholder notices received by the Company are: Holder name Shaanxi J&R Optimum Energy Company Co., Ltd (Furui Holdings Limited) AC Buckler (Shazo Holdings Pty Ltd) MT Smith (Hartco Nominees Pty Ltd) Shares 306,000,000 177,293,692 167,264,481 VOTING RIGHTS ON ORDINARY SHARES On a show of hands, every person present who is a Shareholder or a proxy, attorney or Representative of a Shareholder has one vote. On a poll, every person present who is a Shareholder or a proxy, attorney or Representative of a Shareholder has one vote for each fully paid share held. ON MARKET BUY BACK There is no current on market buy back of Altura shares. PERFORMANCE RIGHTS The total number of performance rights on issue as at 30 September 2017 was 4,300,000. As at this date there were 14 holders of these unquoted securities, which have been issued under an employee incentive scheme. ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 201786 MINERAL RESOURCES AND ORE RESERVES STATEMENT PILGANGOORA LITHIUM DEPOSIT WESTERN AUSTRALIA Mineral Resource Estimate The previous mineral resource estimate in the 2016 annual report was released to the ASX on 22 September 2016. The current estimate was reported on 24 October 2017. The current mineral resource estimate was prepared by Cube Consulting Pty Ltd, whereas the previous estimate was prepared by Hyland Geological and Mining Consultants (HGMC). The differences between the current and previous resource estimates are the result of closely spaced infill and deeper drilling conducted during the last 12 months, and now includes for the first time a significant portion in the Measured category. Mineral resource estimate comparison JORC resource category Measured Indicated Total Inferred Current estimate (0.43% Li2O cut-off grade) Li2O (tonnes) Tonnes (Mt) Li2O (%) Previous estimate (0.4% Li2O cut-off grade) Li2O (tonnes) Tonnes (Mt) Li2O (%) 8.5 35.5 44.0 3.5 1.12 0.97 1.00 0.98 96,000 345,000 441,000 - - 30.6 30.6 8.6 - 1.04 1.04 0.95 - 318,000 318,000 82,000 Ore reserve estimate The previous ore reserve estimate in the 2016 annual report was released to the ASX on 22 September 2016, and the current estimate was announced on 24 October 2017. The current ore reserve estimate was also prepared by Cube Consulting Pty Ltd. The differences between the current and previous reserve estimates are the result of closely spaced infill and deeper drilling conducted during the last 12 months, and now includes for the first time a significant portion in the Proved category. Ore reserve estimate comparision JORC resource category Proved Probable Total Current estimate (0.43% Li2O cut-off grade) Li2O (tonnes) Tonnes (Mt) Li2O (%) Previous estimate (0.4% Li2O cut-off grade) Li2O (tonnes) Tonnes (Mt) Li2O (%) 8.1 26.1 34.2 1.14 1.01 1.04 92,000 265,000 357,000 - 20.3 20.3 - 1.06 1.06 - 215,000 215,000 ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017MINERAL RESOURCES AND ORE RESERVES STATEMENT continued 87 SUMMARY OF GOVERNANCE ARRANGEMENTS AND INTERNAL CONTROLS Altura has ensured that the Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve Estimates are subject to good governance arrangements and internal controls. The Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve estimates reported have been generated by independent consultants who are experienced in modelling and estimation methods. The consultants have undertaken reviews of the quality and the suitability of the data and information used to generate the estimations. Altura carries out regular reviews of its own internal practices and those of external contractors who are engaged in a range of specialist areas by the Company. The Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve estimates for Pilgangoora have been compiled and reported in accordance with the “Australian Code for Reporting Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves” (the JORC Code) 2012 Edition. COMPETENT PERSONS STATEMENTS The information in this Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (MROR) statement is based on, and fairly represents, information and supporting documentation prepared by the competent persons listed below. The MROR statement for Pilgangoora Lithium has been prepared and approved by Mr Stephen Barber, Altura’s Senior Resource Geologist. PILGANGOORA LITHIUM The information in this report that relates to the Mineral Resource for the Pilgangoora lithium deposit is based on information compiled by Mr Stephen Barber. Mr Barber is a Member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. Mr Barber is the Senior Resource Geologist at Altura Mining Limited and has sufficient experience that is relevant to the style of mineralisation under consideration and to the activity of mineral resource estimation to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves. Mr Barber consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on this information in the form and context in which it appears. The information in this report that relates to the Ore Reserve for the Pilgangoora lithium deposit is based on information compiled by Mr Quinton de Klerk. Mr de Klerk is a Fellow of the Australasian Institute for Mining and Metallurgy. Mr de Klerk is a Director and Principal Consultant of Cube Consulting Pty Ltd and has sufficient experience that is relevant to the activity of ore reserve estimation to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves. Mr de Klerk consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on this information in the form and context in which it appears. The Company confirms that it is not aware of any new information or data that materially affects the information included in the ASX announcement on 24 October 2017. Further, all material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning the mineral resource and ore reserve estimates in that announcement continue to apply and have not materially changed. ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 201788 NOTES ALTURA ANNUAL REPORT 2017ALTURAMINING.COM
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