Corporate Directory
ABN 30 068 263 098
DIRECTORS
Chairman (Non-Executive)
Stephen Dennis BCom, LL.B., GDipAppFin (Finsia), CFTP
Managing Director (Executive)
Wayne Taylor BE (Min.), MBA, MAusIMM
Director (Executive)
Ian Buchhorn BSc (Hons), Dipl Geosci (Min Econ), MAusIMM
Director (Non-Executive)
Borden Putnam III MSc, RPG
Director (Non-Executive)
Fiona Robertson MA (Oxon), MAusIMM, FAICD
Director (Non-Executive)
Mark Sawyer LL.B. (appointed 19 August 2015)
COMPANY SECRETARY
Simon Smith B.Bus, CA
REGISTERED OFFICE (head office)
and Address for Correspondence
Level 7, 191 Clarence Street
Sydney 2000 New South Wales
Telephone: +61 2 9119 8111
Perth Office
Level 1, 7 Havelock St
WEST PERTH 6005 Western Australia
Telephone: +61 8 6500 9200
Woodlawn Site Office
619 Collector Road, Tarago 2580 New South Wales
Email:
Website:
heron@heronresources.com.au
www.heronresources.com.au
AUDITOR
Ernst & Young
200 George St
SYDNEY 2000 New South Wales
BANKERS
Westpac Bank
230-236 Hannan Street
Kalgoorlie 6430 Western Australia
SHARE REGISTRY
Security Transfer Australia Pty Ltd
770 Canning Highway
Applecross 6153 Western Australia
Telephone: +61 8 9315 2333
Facsimile: +61 8 9315 2233
Email:
TMX Equity Transfer Services Inc.
200 University Avenue, Suite 400
Toronto, Ontario M5H 4H1
Tel: (416) 361-0152
Email: info@tmx.com
registrar@securitytransfer.com.au
SOLICITORS TO THE COMPANY
Allion Legal Pty Ltd
50 Kings Park Road, West Perth 6005 Western Australia
Resources Legal Pty Ltd
1A Rosemead Rd, Hornsby 2077 New South Wales
Peterson & Company, LLP
390 Bay Street, Suite 806, Toronto, Ontario M5H 2Y2
STOCK EXCHANGE
Australian Securities Exchange Limited
2 The Esplanade, Perth 6000 Western Australia
ASX CODE HRR
Toronto Stock Exchange
TMX Group Ltd
The Exchange Tower, 130 King Street West
Toronto, Ontario M5X 1J2
TSX CODE HER
INDUSTRY CLASSIFICATION
GICS classification code is 15104020
Diversified Metals and Mining
ISIN AU000 000 HRR6
Cover: Aerial of Woodlawn Zinc Copper Project looking south.
Highlights for FY2016
(cid:129) Successful completion of the Woodlawn Feasibility Study (FS) with the
‘Starter Case’ providing:
(cid:129) Robust economics - Post Tax NPV A$207M, Post Tax IRR 32%, Payback 2.3 years
(cid:129) Mineral Reserves providing a 9.3 year mine life
(cid:129) Steady state production base of 40ktpa Zn, 10ktpa Cu, 12ktpa Pb
(cid:129) Development timing that meets the forecasted strong zinc market
(cid:129) Woodlawn development funding process commenced and targeted construction start 2017
(cid:129) Exploration results continue to highlight the discovery potential of the Woodlawn mineralised
system with shallow extensions identified at G Lens and northern extensions at B Lens
(cid:129) Commencement of the spin-out of non-Woodlawn assets into Ardea Resources.
Targeting an in-specie distribution of Ardea shares to Heron shareholders
(cid:129) Completion of A$6.8M placement to Greenstone Resources, becoming Heron’s largest shareholder
(cid:129) Improved Zinc market supported by supply demand fundamentals with forecasters projecting further
strength in the near to medium term
(cid:129) Heron remains well funded with A$22.8M in cash and $A1.7M in investments as at June 30 2016
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 1
Forward Looking Statements
This report contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws, which are
based on expectations, estimates and projections as of the date of this report. This forward-looking information includes, or may be based upon, without
limitation, estimates, forecasts and statements as to management’s expectations with respect to, among other things, the timing and amount of funding
required to execute the Company’s exploration, development and business plans, capital and exploration expenditures, the effect on the Company of any
changes to existing legislation or policy, government regulation of mining operations, the length of time required to obtain permits, certifications and
approvals, the success of exploration, development and mining activities, the geology of the Company’s properties, environmental risks, the availability
of labour, the focus of the Company in the future, demand and market outlook for precious metals and the prices thereof, progress in development of
mineral properties, the Company’s ability to raise funding privately or on a public market in the future, the Company’s future growth, results of operations,
performance, and business prospects and opportunities. Wherever possible, words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “expect”, “intend”, “may” and similar
expressions have been used to identify such forward-looking information.
Forward-looking information is based on the opinions and estimates of management at the date the information is given, and on information available to
management at such time. Forward-looking information involves significant risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that could cause actual
results, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results discussed or implied in the forward-looking information. These factors,
including, but not limited to, fluctuations in currency markets, fluctuations in commodity prices, the ability of the Company to access sufficient capital on
favourable terms or at all, changes in national and local government legislation, taxation, controls, regulations, political or economic developments in
Canada, Australia or other countries in which the Company does business or may carry on business in the future, operational or technical difficulties in
connection with exploration or development activities, employee relations, the speculative nature of mineral exploration and development, obtaining
necessary licenses and permits, diminishing quantities and grades of mineral reserves, contests over title to properties, especially title to undeveloped
properties, the inherent risks involved in the exploration and development of mineral properties, the uncertainties involved in interpreting drill results and
other geological data, environmental hazards, industrial accidents, unusual or unexpected formations, pressures, cave-ins and flooding, limitations of
insurance coverage and the possibility of project cost overruns or unanticipated costs and expenses, and should be considered carefully. Many of these
uncertainties and contingencies can affect the Company’s actual results and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied
in any forward-looking statements made by, or on behalf of, the Company. Prospective investors should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking
information. Although the forward-looking information contained in this report is based upon what management believes, or believed at the time, to be
reasonable assumptions, the Company cannot assure prospective purchasers that actual results will be consistent with such forward-looking information,
as there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended, and neither the Company nor any other person assumes
responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any such forward-looking information. The Company does not undertake, and assumes no obligation,
to update or revise any such forwardlooking statements or forward-looking information contained herein to reflect new events or circumstances, except
as may be required by law.
Page 2 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
Heron Resources Limited
ABN 30 068 263 098
Annual Report 30 June 2016
1.1
CHAIRMAN’S LETTER................................................................................................5
1.2
DIRECTORS & MANAGEMENT .................................................................................6
1.3 MANAGING DIRECTOR’S REPORT ............................................................................8
2.0
3.0
OPERATIONS REPORT..............................................................................................10
CORPORATE PROFILE ...............................................................................................30
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT...............................................................31
4.0
DIRECTORS’ REPORT ...............................................................................................32
AUDIT INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION ..................................................................41
5.0
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS............................................................42
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS
AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME................................................................42
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION........................................43
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY ........................................44
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASHFLOWS......................................................45
NOTES TO AND FORMING PART OF THE ACCOUNTS ...........................................46
DIRECTORS’ DECLARATION ....................................................................................65
6.0
7.0
8.0
INDEPENDENT AUDIT REPORT ...............................................................................66
SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION ...............................................................................68
Appendix 1 – UNAUDITED QUARTERLY CONSOLIDATED
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS .......................................................................................70
9.0
Appendix 2 - MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS.............................74
10.0
STATEMENT OF MINERAL RESOURCES AND MINERAL RESERVES .....................84
11.0
INTEREST IN MINING TENEMENTS .......................................................................89
12.0
GLOSSARY ...............................................................................................................91
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 3
“The FS is the culmination of over 12 months of dedicated work
by Heron staff, and is our most significant achievement this
year. As you are aware, the FS results were positive, with the
development of Woodlawn as a high grade zinc and copper
mine confirmed to be economically viable.”
Stephen Dennis, Chairman
Page 4 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
1.1 Chairman’s Letter
Dear Shareholders,
It is with great pleasure that I write to you as Chairman of Heron Resources in what has been a year of significant milestones for the Company.
I write this at a very exciting time for our Company, with the main priority being to develop the Woodlawn Zinc-Copper mine in New South
Wales. I note that this year marks the 20th anniversary for Heron as an ASX-listed company. For shareholders who have been with us since
the original IPO, the Board recognises and appreciates your continuing support and patience.
We began the year advancing the preparatory work required to transition the Woodlawn Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) into a
comprehensive Feasibility Study (FS), which I am delighted to say we were able to complete on time and under budget in June. The FS is the
culmination of over 12 months of dedicated work by Heron staff, and is our most significant achievement this year. As you are aware, the FS
results were positive, with the development of Woodlawn as a high grade zinc and copper mine confirmed to be economically viable.
The FS provides us with the platform from which to raise sufficient project finance to progress the project into the construction phase. This
process is advancing, and we aim to finalise project financing towards the end of 2016. These developments are taking place at a time when
the outlook for higher zinc prices is particularly favourable.
Another significant achievement this year is the proposed spin out of Heron’s non-Woodlawn assets into a new listed entity, called Ardea
Resources Limited. We announced in August that the Company’s non-Woodlawn exploration and early stage development projects would be
transferred to Ardea, with Heron shareholders entitled to receive an in-specie distribution of shares in the new company.
Ardea will have a separate board and management team, and I am confident that through Ardea this excellent portfolio of projects and
tenements will have the best opportunity of being advanced such that their value can be maximised for the benefit of our shareholders. I note
that shareholders have overwhelmingly voted in favour of the transaction at the recent shareholder meeting and I look forward to Ardea listing
on the ASX in late October or early November 2016.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the other members of the Board who have provided excellent guidance and counsel to me and to
the management team during the year.
On behalf of the Board, I wish to thank Wayne Taylor and his management team, in whom the Board has placed their confidence to provide
the leadership and drive which is so essential to the successful delivery of a mining project such as Woodlawn. I would also like to
acknowledge all of our employees and contractors, for their hard work over the last year.
Finally, thank you to all of our shareholders who continue to support us, both in North America through our Canadian TSX listing, and in
Australia.
As Heron enters into its 21st year, the Board and management team are committed to transitioning Heron from an explorer to a developer and
I look forward to providing you further reports of our progress during this period.
Sincerely
Stephen Dennis
Chairman
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 5
1.2 Directors & Management
STEPHEN DENNIS BCom, LL.B., GDipAppFin (Finsia), CFTP
CHAIRMAN (NON-EXECUTIVE)
Stephen Dennis has been actively involved in the mining industry for over 30 years. He has held senior management
positions at CBH Resources Limited, MIM Holdings Limited, Minara Resources Limited, and Brambles Australia Limited.
WAYNE TAYLOR B.Eng (Mining), MBA, MAusIMM
MANAGING DIRECTOR (EXECUTIVE)
Wayne Taylor is a mining engineer with over 30 years experience. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) degree
from the University of New South Wales and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of New England.
Mr Taylor has held senior operational management roles with Western Mining Corporation and Glencore International’s
Australian operations. Prior to the merger with Heron he was MD & CEO of TriAusMin.
IAN BUCHHORN BSc (Hons), DiplGeosci (Min Econ), MAusIMM
DIRECTOR (EXECUTIVE)
Ian Buchhorn is a mineral economist and geologist with over 35 years experience. Prior to listing Heron in 1996 as
founding Managing Director, Mr Buchhorn worked with Anglo American Corporation in southern Africa, and Comalco,
Shell/Billiton and Elders Resources in Australia, as well as setting up and managing Australia's first specialist mining
grade control consultancy. For the last 25 years Mr Buchhorn has developed mining projects throughout the Eastern
Goldfields of Western Australia and operated as a Registered Mine Manager.
BORDEN PUTNAM III MSc, RPG
DIRECTOR (NON-EXECUTIVE)
Mr Putnam is a geologist with over 38 years of experience in the mineral industry, with focus on exploration and asset
evaluations. From 1976-1991 he worked as a project geologist and a district manager for AMAX Exploration and
Newmont Exploration Limited respectively. He served as Vice-President and chief geologist for MRDI (now AMEC) from
1991-1996. Mr Putnam was vice-president and principal with Robertson Stephens Investment Management from 1996-
2001, and from 2001-2009 was managing director of Eastbourne Capital Management. In 2009, Mr Putnam, established
his mining industry consultancy business providing technical evaluations, due diligence audits and investment advice.
FIONA ROBERTSON MA (Oxon), MAusIMM, FAICD
DIRECTOR (NON-EXECUTIVE)
Ms Robertson is a finance professional and practicing non-executive director and audit/risk committee chair with a
background of 20 years as a chief financial officer in the emerging and mid-tier resources sector and 14 years as a
corporate banker working in Sydney, New York and London with Chase Manhattan Bank. Current roles include the non-
executive chair of One Asia Resources Limited; and National and NSW Committee Member of WIMnet (AusIMM’s
Women in Mining Network), former NSW Chair. Until recently she was non-executive director and chair of the Audit &
Risk Committee of Drillsearch Energy Limited.
MARK SAWYER LL.B.
DIRECTOR (NON-EXECUTIVE)
Mr Sawyer co-founded Greenstone Resources in 2013 after a 16 year career in the mining sector. Prior to establishing
Greenstone, Mr Sawyer was GM and Co-Head Group Business Development at Xstrata plc where he was responsible
for originating, evaluating and negotiating new business development opportunities for Xstrata. Prior to Xstrata Mr
Sawyer held senior roles at Cutfield Freeman & Co (a boutique corporate advisory firm in the mining industry) and at Rio
Tinto plc. Mr Sawyer is a resident of the United Kingdom.
Page 6 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
1.2 DIRECTORS & MANAGEMENT CONTINUED
SIMON SMITH B.Bus, CA.
GENERAL MANAGER FINANCE AND COMPANY SECRETARY
Mr Smith has been a chief financial officer of both private and public companies in Australia and the USA. He brings
20 years experience as a Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business from the University of
Technology Sydney. Mr Smith was the CFO and company secretary for TriAusMin prior to the merger with Heron.
ANDREW LAWRY BAppSc (Metallurgy), FAusIMM, GAICD
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Mr Lawry brings more than 28 years -experience in project management, engineering, construction, commissioning and
operations, both in Australia and overseas. He has worked for several leading resource companies including
Polymetals, Newcrest and engineering firms Bateman, Normet and Q-Proc. Notably, Mr Lawry managed, from
construction through to operation, the successful retreatment of the Hellyer base metal tailings project in 2006 in
western Tasmania. With this experience he is well qualified to lead the successful development of the Woodlawn
Project.
DAVID VON PERGER BSc (Hons) MAusIMM (CP Geo)
GENERAL MANAGER EXPLORATION
David von Perger was appointed in 2004. Mr von Perger is a geologist with some 20 years experience in mineral
exploration. His experience includes four years as a business analyst for a major mining group involving analysis of
mining operations, project development and assessment of new opportunities for an international mining group. Since
joining Heron, Mr von Perger has been responsible for the identification and acquisition of several new nickel, gold,
iron-ore and base-metal projects, and has been leading the Woodlawn geology team.
CHARLIE KEMPSON MEng (Oxon) MBA GAICD
GENERAL MANAGER STRATEGY & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Charlie Kempson is a senior corporate finance executive who was most recently an equity partner and Director of Azure
Capital Limited, a mining focused corporate advisor. Prior to his arrival in Australia in 2002 Mr Kempson spent five
years with investment banks Commerzbank AG and Barclays Capital in London and Germany, and four years working in
technical roles for Logica (now part of CGI Group). Mr Kempson is developing the financial models for Woodlawn and
is instrumental in guiding the funding process.
“As Heron enters into its 21st year, the Board and
Management team are committed to moving Heron from
being an explorer into a developer” Stephen Dennis
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 7
1.3 Managing Director’s Report
I am pleased to report on the Company’s activities for the last 12 months which have seen a continued focus on advancing the Woodlawn Zinc-
Copper Project. The Company has made solid progress in presenting the case for project development as well as taking significant steps to
prepare the project for construction. This has been done within a market environment that has seen the continued strengthening of zinc
supply/demand fundamentals, which we believe places Heron in a very fortunate position to not only realise the financial support for project
development but also the potential to deliver early production into a strong marketplace.
The year commenced on a positive note with the Board’s approval to advance the Woodlawn Project Feasibility Study (FS). The Woodlawn
Project Preliminary Economic Assessment was delivered in the first half of 2015 and provided the basis for committing to the FS and its
completion earlier this year was a major milestone in the pathway to production.
The scope of the FS saw further detailed work undertaken on the key technical areas of the project including an additional 19,000 metres of
diamond drilling to improve the confidence of the Mineral Resource and permit the calculation of a Mineral Reserve (notably the first Mineral
Reserve on the underground project since the mine ceased operations in 1998). We were very pleased to see the FS completed on time and
under budget with underlying results confirming the project’s robust economics and mine life.
Following the completion of this important study attention turned to project funding. As a single asset company this is never a simple, nor an
easy process. However I feel we are well-placed to deliver on this front. Over the past few months we have engaged with a number of
potential debt and equity providers, offtakers and engineering companies that all play a role in refining the quantum and setting the structure
of the total funding package required to realise the project. This is somewhat of an iterative process and good progress is being made. In the
coming months it is our objective to be in a position where we can confirm the availability of a structured financing package providing the
commercial capacity to commit to construction.
In parallel with the funding process we are also continuing to prepare the project for a rapid construction start which has resulted in the
creation of additional work streams covering mine optimisation, project engineering and recruitment of key site personnel. These areas of
focus will further de-risk development and prepare the ground to ensure the transition to construction is smooth and efficient.
Turning to the search for the senior site management, we are very pleased to have recently recruited Mr Brian Hearne as the Woodlawn
General Manager, who will join the Heron Executive Management Team in the next few weeks. Mr Hearne not only has extensive experience
with Woodlawn, but also has considerable experience with some of the more challenging base metal mines in Australia in both operational
management and senior executive roles. We believe he will be a valuable addition in the project realisation and look forward to the application
of his experience and expertise as we progress to first production.
The early development of the Heron site team enables the retention of important corporate knowledge through the construction phase as well
as the general oversight to ensure a fit for purpose result at the end of the construction phase.
Page 8 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
1.3 MANAGING DIRECTOR’S REPORT CONTINUED
The recent drilling post FS at Woodlawn again highlights the discovery
potential that is inherent in this extensive mineral system. The shallow
drilling targeting G Lens provides resource expansion potential that will,
importantly, give early support to the underground mine production profile.
Added to this is the massive sulphide intercept in the hangingwall of G lens
which provides an early indicator of a possible new lens discovery. The B
Lens north target was conceptual in nature and the drilling confirms the
continuation of massive sulphides beyond what was historically considered
to be the northern limit of the system. These results demonstrate the well-
founded belief that Woodlawn will continue to add to mine life through
further discovery.
In the last 12-months we have seen large variations in the price of our primary commodity, zinc, with the lowest price in over 7 years,
US$0.66/lb, recorded in December 2015 and followed by a rapid recovery to a recent high of $US1.09/lb in October 2016. The zinc supply
reduction resulting from mine reserve depletion and production curtailment has been well publicised and we continue to see an overall general
trend in reducing zinc inventories. The fundamentals of lower primary metal supply, continued growth in global consumption and a shortage
of readily available projects to contribute new supply provides a very favourable backdrop to an ongoing strengthening in the price of zinc. In
addition, the recent pricing increase, along with the forecast market supply / demand balance has seen an early improvement in investor
interest seeking exposure to the zinc market.
The Company has seen the direct benefit of the investor interest through the A$6.8M placement to Greenstone Resources which was
completed in August 2015. We welcome Greenstone onto the register and its nominee, Mr Mark Sawyer, to Heron’s Board, We look forward
to a strong relationship as we progress Woodlawn.
An exciting new development for the Company is the spin-out of Ardea Resources Limited (Ardea). The underlying aim of the merger
between Heron and TriAusMin in 2014 was to bring Heron’s cash balance to support the advancement of the Woodlawn Project. While this
has been very successful, the natural progression of Heron’s core focus on developing Woodlawn has required a review of the strategy to
advance the very prospective but earlier stage projects within the portfolio.
With a shift in improving sector confidence, the spin-out of these assets into Ardea will allow these projects to be advanced through a
dedicated management team and budget. The in-specie distribution of the Ardea shares to Heron Shareholders is a great opportunity for Heron
shareholders to realise value from these assets. We will look forward to the successful completion of the listing later this year and the
advancement of the Ardea projects in 2017.
I would like to recognise the tireless efforts of our Board, Executive Management Team, employees and specialist consultants who have been
instrumental in the orderly delivery of the milestones in the last year. It has been a pleasure to work with these individuals and teams who
have all demonstrated through their actions a very clear understanding of what needs to be done as well as a strong drive to seek out ways
to improve on results. I look forward to continuing these relationships in the coming year including with a number of important additions to
the in-house team.
It stands to be another exciting year ahead for the Company with Woodlawn Project funding, the commencement of site construction and the
spin-out of Ardea representing a few of the key milestones to be tackled. These all present their own challenges and we are well positioned
and resourced to meet these. I look forward to providing regular updates on our progress throughout the year.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 9
Heron Projects
1
2
1
2
Page 10 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
Tenement Holdings
1.
2.
Above: Western Australian
Tenements
Left: NSW Tenements
including Woodlawn Zinc
Copper Project
(for information on proposed
Ardea Spin-off see p29)
2.0 Operations Report
HEALTH, SAFETY, ENVIRONMENT AND COMMUNITY (HSEC)
Heron continues to demonstrate its commitment to “Zero Harm” to the Company’s employees, contractors, the communities in which Heron
works and to the environment.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Heron had no Lost Time Injuries (LTI’s) during 2016 as was also the case in 2015. The LTI gauge of performance demonstrates an outstanding
result for Heron and reinforces the employees’ and contractors’ commitment to the highest level of safety standards. The result also re-affirms
that the systems implemented throughout the Company are effective and that exploration and site activities are being undertaken safely.
Continuing vigilance is required to maintain this performance, particularly now that work is focused on the Woodlawn mine development.
Routine Fitness-for-Work (FFW) testing continues to play an important part in keeping Heron’s work sites safe and free from the risk of injury.
ENVIRONMENT
Heron’s HSEC Management System has continued to demonstrate its value in assisting staff to identify environmental impacts, not only
meeting our commitment to minimising environmental impacts, but also ensuring that business activities remain within regulatory compliance.
Our activities continue to be reviewed by internal audits and checks and have also been subject to external audits by government regulators.
Heron’s robust environmental management systems ensured compliance with statutory requirements during the year.
COMMUNITY AND STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
During 2015, the Company established a Community Consultation Committee comprising members of the local community, representatives
from the Goulburn-Mulwaree Council and also Veolia Environmental Services, the operators of the landfill located at the Woodlawn site. This
group met 4 times during the past year and the meetings provide an effective conduit to discuss matters of interest along with considering
the areas by which Heron can best provide a constructive influence in the local area. During the year, the Company was actively involved with
the annual Tarago show as well as supporting the Tarago Preschool.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 11
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS (100% HERON)
WOODLAWN UNDERGROUND PROJECT
Release of Feasibility Statement
In June 2016 the Company announced the results of the Feasibility Study (FS) centred on its 100% owned and fully permitted high-grade
Woodlawn Zinc-Copper Project in New South Wales, Australia. The A$11 million study supports the viability of a Starter Case to deliver quality
zinc, copper and lead concentrates to market over a significant Reserves-based mine life. This study underpins the Board’s decision to advance
an accelerated program to secure project finance and bring the Woodlawn Project into production in 2018.
Woodlawn Reserves Only ('Starter') Case
* Results reported using Mineral Reserves as estimated for the FS at an 8% post-tax real discount rate (approximately. 10% post-tax nominal), with
AUD/USD FX 0.71, and with flat real commodity prices of US$1.01/lb Zn, US$3.00/lb Cu, US$0.91/lb Pb, US$17.80/oz Ag and US$1,200/oz Au. Other
assumptions are detailed later in this release. ** C1 and C3, refer to page 13 for definitions. All currency amounts are in Australian dollars unless
otherwise noted.
Page 12 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
Key Outcomes:
Attractive project characteristics
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
Initial 9.3 year mine life based upon the combined underground and tailings Mineral Reserves (“Starter Case”)
Mineral Reserves-only life-of-mine (LOM) Production Target of 284kt Zn, 67kt Cu, 87kt Pb, 7.5Moz Ag and 28koz Au
Campaign processing rate of up to 1.0Mtpa from underground mining, and up to 1.5Mtpa from reclaiming tailings, processed through a
standard single-sulphide flotation facility
Steady-state (2020-2023) annual Production Target of 40kt Zn, 10kt Cu, 12kt Pb, 900koz Ag and 4koz Au contained within zinc, copper,
and lead concentrates
Utilising existing local and regional infrastructure to achieve significant reductions in development costs
Close proximity to large service and employment centres (Sydney, Wollongong, Canberra, Goulburn)
Strong local community and regulator support
Project is on granted Special Mining Lease SML20 – fully ‘permitted’ and ‘mine ready’
Inferred Mineral Resources defined in both the underground and tailings projects demonstrate excellent potential to extend mine life
to more than 11.5 years
Mineral Resources & Mineral Reserves
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
Starter Case based on 51% Proven Reserves and 49% Probable Reserves
Underground mine plan focused on the shallower areas of the deposit reflecting the success of the recent Preliminary Economic
Assessment (PEA) & FS drilling programs. There is a high level of confidence based on historic data for extensions to this mineralisation
both at-depth and along strike
Conservative approach taken to the underground Mineral Reserve calculation, excluding all moderate- to higher-risk remnant mining
areas. These remnant areas hold future potential which will be reconsidered post mine access with re-assessment from underground
Two separate production sources (underground and tailings) provide operational flexibility and reduces risk
20 years of historical operational data removes ‘greenfield’ unknowns
Robust economics
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
C1* costs of -US$0.06/lb zinc and C3* of US$0.34/lb expected to place the Project firmly in the lower half of the cost curve
Attractive capital cost metrics based on annual metal Production Targets and Reserves-based mine life
Life extension case (PEA equivalent mine plan) shows excellent consistency with previously published PEA
Significant leverage to the price outlook for zinc, which comprises approximately 48% of total payable metal value
Expedited development and financing pathway to meet market opportunity
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
Rapid development schedule of 15 months from commencement of construction to completion of wet commissioning
First production targeted early 2018 to meet projected favourable zinc market conditions
Excellent exploration upside
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
*
Highly successful exploration drilling programs over the last 18 months
Significant exploration potential on SML20 remains including near-surface targets that have the scope to materially increase the
Mineral Resources
Deeper underground extensions to be targeted with underground drilling post-commissioning
Significant medium grade base metal stringer mineralisation identified
Regional ‘Massive Sulphide District’ discovery potential within Heron’s 623 square kilometres of regional tenure
C1 is defined as direct cash operating costs produced, net of by-products credits, divided by the amount of payable zinc produced. Direct cash operating costs
include all mining and processing costs, mine site overheads and realisation costs (including transport costs, treatment and refining costs and smelter recovery
deductions) through to refined metal, net of revenue credits from sale of by-products. C3 includes C1 costs, plus a depreciation charge and royalties. C1 and C3
are presented in this table based on Zn as primary product with all other saleable commodities treated as by-product credits.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 13
“The study presents a very compelling case for the development of the Woodlawn
Project and confirms Heron’s position as one of the most advanced Australian near
term zinc producers. The resource and embedded low operating and competitive
development costs due to existing site infrastructure all combine to make
Woodlawn a clear choice amongst its peers.
From the outset it has been our aim to deliver a Reserve base that allows us to bring
the project online quickly to take advantage of the significant opportunity that exists
due to favourable zinc market fundamentals. The resulting economics place us in an
ideal position to secure funding and target first production in 2018 with significant
project upside still to be quantified.
I would like to recognise the tireless efforts of our employees and consultants who
have helped deliver this study on time and under budget. It has been an enormous
task which has been met with hard work and enthusiasm and is a credit to the
individuals involved.”
Wayne Taylor, Heron Resources Managing Director and CEO
Page 14 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
Project Overview
The Woodlawn deposit is a high-grade, Volcanogenic Massive-Sulphide (VMS) deposit situated in New South Wales, Australia, approximately
50km northeast of Canberra, and 250km southwest of Sydney (Figure 1).
The Woodlawn deposit was discovered in 1970 with open-pit operations commencing in 1978 and underground operations in 1987. The
operation was closed in March 1998 primarily due to corporate issues with the then owners, Denehurst Ltd. Between 1978 and 1998 the
operation reported production of 13.8Mt @ 9.1% Zn, 1.6% Cu, 3.6% Pb, 0.5g/t Au and 74g/t Ag. In 1999, Tri Origin Exploration Ltd
(subsequently becoming TriAusMin Ltd) acquired the mineral rights to the site from the Denehurst Administrator.
Heron acquired its interest in the Woodlawn Project through the merger with TriAusMin Ltd which was completed in August 2014. Since this
time the Company has advanced the project through the completion of a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) in April 2015 covering the
combined development of the underground and reclaimed tailings projects. The PEA summary results provided the commercial basis for
advancing the project through the FS.
Figure 1: Woodlawn location map
The Woodlawn Project consists of two production
sources, comprising underground and tailings ore, which
will be processed through a single sulphide flotation
plant. The Woodlawn Project benefits from an existing
granted mining lease (SML20) and major statutory
project approvals. The mineral rights and production are
100%-owned by Heron. The Woodlawn site layout
including location of the proposed plant is illustrated in
Figure 2.
The Woodlawn mining lease and surrounding larger (179
sq km) exploration license, EL 7257, contain the
previously producing Currawang Mine located 9km to
the north-west of Woodlawn, and the Cowley Hills Mine
located 2km to the north. A further 444 square
kilometres are held by Heron under exploration licenses
within the district covering the highly prospective
Woodlawn felsic volcanics, the host of the VMS
mineralisation.
Figure 2: Woodlawn Site Layout
TDW
TDS
TDN
Portal Site
Underground
Underground
Mineralised Zones
Mineralised Zones
Evaporation
Pond
TSF4
Location
ROM Pad
Veolia
Bioreactor
Plant Site
500m
Tarago 11km
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 15
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
Mineral Resources
Underground Mineral Resource
An updated underground Mineral Resource (Table 1) has been estimated in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and the NI 43-101
guidelines which incorporates the results of the PEA and FS drilling programs and an extensive review of historic data. Two phases of Heron
drilling comprised a total of 104 diamond core holes (DDH) for 26,690m and 11 reverse circulation (RC) holes for 1,200m. Detailed and high-
quality underground geological mapping and 165,425m of historic surface and underground drilling data was also used in the estimate. Figure
3 provides an oblique view through the Mineral Resource block model with the block grades colour coded.
The PEA drilling program focused initially on the Kate Lens discovery before drilling key positions within the near-surface portions of other
lenses. The deepest hole (WNDD0006) in this program was drilled to a depth of 940m and intersected multiple massive sulphides in the I and
D Lens positions.
It became apparent that there was scope to expand the resource base within the upper 500m of the system, deferring the need to drill the
deeper targets. While considerable resource potential exists in the deeper parts of the system, the FS focus has been on these shallower
high-grade lens positions. The result of this is that the underground Mineral Resource used in the FS extends the depth of the mine to only
80m below previous workings, which reached approximately 650m below the land surface.
Heron has taken a deliberately cautious approach to areas considered remnant and accordingly higher risk, which have been removed from
the mining inventory. Heron believes there is potential to re-incorporate some of these zones into the mine plan, and will conduct a detailed
assessment once operations have commenced and underground access has been established.
The Mineral Resource has been reported undiluted to a lower cut-off grade of 7% ZnEq, a value that approximates the estimated lower cut-
off grade for the mining and processing methods considered by the FS study.
Figure 3: Woodlawn underground Mineral Resource. Oblique sectional view looking north-east – block model coloured by ZnEq grades
Page 16 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
Table 1: Woodlawn Underground Mineral Resource Estimate 2016
Reported at a 7% ZnEq lower cut-off grade
Type
Resource
Category
Quantity
(Mt)
ZnEq
(%)
Polymetallic
Measured
Polymetallic
Polymetallic
Copper
Copper
All Total
All Total
Indicated
Inferred
Indicated
Inferred
Mea+Ind
Inferred
0.4
2.2
2.0
1.5
0.5
4.1
2.5
23
21
17
10
10
18
15
Refer to Section 10: Statement of Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves.
Zn
(%)
13.0
10.0
7.3
0.8
0.8
7.2
5.9
Cu
(%)
1.3
1.5
1.5
2.8
2.8
2.0
1.8
Pb
(%)
4.4
3.9
2.9
0.2
0.2
2.6
2.3
Au
(g/t)
0.21
0.78
0.75
0.23
0.09
0.52
0.61
Ag
(g/t)
72
80
56
15
14
55
47
Reclaimed Tailings Mineral Resource
The reclaimed tailings Mineral Resource estimate, Table 2 below, is summarised here as a combined total for the three tailings dams, namely
Tailings Dam North (TDN), Tailings Dam South (TDS) and Tailings Dam West (TDW), shown in Figure 4. The tailings consist of fine grained
sulphides and some silicate minerals derived from the processing of the Woodlawn open-pit and underground mineralisation from the late
1970’s through to 1998.
Table 2: Woodlawn Reclaimed Tailings Mineral Resource Estimate 2015
Reported with no cut-off grade applied
Type
All Dams
All Dams
All Dams
All Dams
Resource
Category
Measured
Indicated
Mea+Ind
Inferred
Quantity
(Mt)
ZnEq
(%)
6.6
3.2
9.8
1.1
6.1
6.3
6.2
5.8
Zn
(%)
2.3
2.2
2.3
2.3
Cu
(%)
0.49
0.56
0.51
0.47
Pb
(%)
1.3
1.4
1.3
1.2
Au
(g/t)
0.30
0.33
0.31
0.25
Ag
(g/t)
32
33
32
27
Refer to Section 10: Statement of Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 17
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
Figure 4: Woodlawn Reclaimed Tailings Mineral Resources (looking NW)
TDW - Mineral Resource
Zn
(%)
2.0
0
Tonnes ZnEq
(%)
6.5
0
Cu
(%)
0.62
0
Pb
(%)
1.4
0
(Mt)
3.8
0
Meas + Ind
Inferred
TDS - Mineral Resource
Zn
Pb
(%)
(%)
2.5
1.2
2.3
1.2
Tonnes ZnEq
(%)
6.0
5.6
Cu
(%)
0.46
0.48
(Mt)
3.3
0.9
Meas + Ind
Inferred
Au
(g/t)
0.40
0
Ag
(g/t)
35
0
Au
(g/t)
0.25
0.25
Ag
(g/t)
27
24
TDN - Mineral Resource
Zn
Pb
(%)
(%)
2.4
1.3
2.4
1.4
Tonnes ZnEq
(%)
6.0
6.2
Cu
(%)
0.42
0.43
(Mt)
2.7
0.2
Meas + Ind
Inferred
Au
(g/t)
0.27
0.28
Ag
(g/t)
34
36
250m
Woodlawn Reclaimed Tailings
Mineral Resource - All Dams
Tonnes
(Mt)
9.8
1.1
ZnEq
(%)
6.2
5.8
Zn
(%)
2.3
2.3
Cu
(%)
0.51
0.47
Pb
(%)
1.3
1.2
Au
(g/t)
0.31
0.25
Ag
(g/t)
32
27
Meas + Ind
Inferred
Mineral Reserves
Underground Mineral Reserves
The Mineral Reserves calculation undertaken by SRK Consulting (Australia) Pty Ltd (SRK) is based upon the Resource block model and
incorporates stope designs, cut-off grades, geotechnical parameters, mine recovery and dilution (planned & unplanned). Particular attention
was paid to the existing mine workings and areas were excluded if there were potential recovery concerns due to past operations. The Mineral
Reserve is the basis of the Starter Case for the FS financial modelling. The Mineral Reserve is reported at cut-off grades determined by
economic, mining and metallurgical factors.
Table 3: Woodlawn Underground Mineral Reserve Estimate 2016
Type
Polymetallic
Polymetallic
Copper
Copper
Total
Reserve
Category
Quantity
(Mt)
ZnEq
(%)
Proven
Probable
Proven
Probable
Probable
0.0
1.8
0.0
1.0
2.8
16.0
8.8
14.0
Refer to Section 10: Statement of Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves.
Page 18 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
Zn
(%)
8.1
0.6
5.5
Cu
(%)
1.2
2.4
1.6
Pb
(%)
2.9
0.1
1.9
Au
(g/t)
Ag
(g/t)
0.56
0.23
0.45
57
14
42
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
Reclaimed Tailings Mineral Reserves
Mineral Reserves have been calculated for all three tailings storage dams; TDS, TDW and TDN. The conversion of Measured and Indicated
Mineral Resources to Mineral Reserves (Table 4) has involved the inclusion of the following mining parameters:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
The loss of 400mm of retreatment tailings from the sides and base of all dams (recovery factor); and
The addition of 200mm of zero grade material across the base of the dams as a dilution factor during recovery of the reclaimed tailings.
Table 4: Woodlawn Tailings Mineral Reserve Estimate 2016
Reported with no cut-off grade applied
Reserve
Category
Proven
Probable
Total (Proven + Probable)
Quantity
(Mt)
ZnEq
(%)
6.4
3.2
9.5
6.0
6.0
6.0
Zn
(%)
2.2
2.1
2.2
Cu
(%)
0.5
0.5
0.5
Pb
(%)
1.3
1.3
1.3
Au
(g/t)
0.29
0.33
0.31
Ag
(g/t)
31
32
31
Refer to Section 10: Statement of Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves.
Mining
Underground
The deposit will be accessed via a box-cut located to the west of the existing open pit, allowing for the early development of shallow
underground material. Stoping areas will be accessed predominantly through a new decline and new access drives; however, in some areas
the existing workings are planned to be rehabilitated and utilised.
The mine access drives range in size from 3.0m x 3.0m to 5.5m x 5.5m, with gradients of up to 1-in-7 depending upon the intended use. Overall
mine layout is consistent with standard practice within Australian underground mines reliant on decline access and vertical excavations for
ventilation returns and second means of egress (escape way).
The mine plan for the underground developed by SRK utilises mining method selection work previously undertaken during the PEA and further
developed as part of the FS. A summary of the applied mining methods is presented in Table 5 and their use in the mine plan illustrated in
Figure 5. The mining method selection takes into consideration the location of the existing open pit above the deposit which is being used as
a bioreactor by Veolia. The mine design plans for stopes to be filled with cemented paste fill.
Table 5: Mining Methods
Mining Method
Area / Location for implementation
Underhand Transverse
Open Stoping
(cid:129) Stope width greater than 15m.
(cid:129) Sub level spacing is 20m as recommended by Beck Engineering.
(cid:129) These stopes are typically 10 - 20m along strike.
(cid:129) Double lift (40m tall) transverse stopes have been designed in the thicker parts of Kate Lens
Underhand Longitudinal
Open Stoping
(cid:129) Stope width less than 15m.
(cid:129) Sub level spacing is 20m as recommended by Beck Engineering.
(cid:129) These stopes are typically 10 - 20m along strike.
Drift and Fill Uppers
(cid:129) Remnant areas of the A Lens, B Lens, D Lens, G Lens, H Lens and J Lens.
(cid:129) The stopes are typically 10 - 20m along strike and between 3 and 20m wide.
The mining criteria in Table 5 have been applied to the stope designs for each of the mining methods. Modifying factors have also been applied
to the stope designs to account for both recovery loss and dilution (planned and unplanned).
Ore and waste will be transferred to loading bays with LHD loaders and then loaded onto trucks to be hauled to the surface via the decline.
The ore will be conveyed overland to the processing plant run-of-mine (ROM) pad located 1.2km to the east via a 2.1km haul road south of the
open pit.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 19
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
Rock Mechanics - Beck Engineering’s (Beck) extensive analysis and rock mechanics modelling work has been incorporated into mine access
design and stoping parameters along with the design of standard ground support patterns. A number of changes to historic work practices
have been included into the proposed operations to improve the future management of the ground conditions including:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
Full-time geotechnical engineering staff on site to provide timely and day-to-day support to mine operations;
Whole-of-mine structural and stress modelling to improve the predictive capacity for mine planning;
Adoption of extraction techniques to minimise the creation of isolated sill pillars; and
Implementation of cemented paste fill as a competent support medium that will enable significantly higher resource recovery whilst
providing local and regional ground support to the mine excavations.
Paste Backfill – Independent consultant Outotec has completed further test work on the paste fill as part of the FS. This work included
characterisation, cyclone de-sliming, dewatering (thickening / filtration), rheology and strength testing, using tailings samples from the
metallurgical testing. Good results were achieved through the use of de-slimed tailings in process water and a paste plant and mine
reticulation system has been included into the mine design.
Mine Ventilation - The primary mine ventilation system for the underground operation has been designed for a maximum rate of 270m3/sec
and serviced by two return air rises with surface-mounted axial fans. This capacity is sufficient to support the scheduled activities and
equipment levels. Secondary ventilation will be provided through a series of smaller, high pressure twin stage fans pulling air from the primary
circuit.
Mine Power & Dewatering - A total of five electrical substations have been allowed for over the life of the underground. Power will be
reticulated underground at 11kV to stepdown transformers to 1kV for an estimated peak demand of 3.2MW. Mine dewatering will be achieved
through two rising mains with a designed capacity of 26L/sec and an estimated average demand of 4.5L/sec.
Mining Equipment - The mining equipment will be supplied by the mining contractor and will be typical for an underground mine of this
scale. It is anticipated a fleet of up to 3x 40t capacity trucks, 3x LHDs, 2x development drills, 1x production drill and 2x ground support rigs
along with service / support equipment will comprise the permanent mobile equipment base.
Figure 5: Underground mine design
Page 20 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
Mining Contractor - The FS contemplates the use of mining contractors for both development and production activities working under the
direction of Heron’s technical and management staff. The mining contractor is scoped to supply operational labour, mobile equipment and
consumables. Heron will supply limited consumables, electrical power (HV reticulation to 1kV take-off), primary ventilation equipment, paste
fill generation and primary reticulation and primary mains pumping. Specialty contractors will also be sourced for activities such as diamond
drilling and raise-boring.
Reclaimed Tailings
Previous detailed mining studies undertaken on the tailings reclaim process concluded that there is no shortage of potential working faces
around the dams and production rates of up to 2.0Mtpa are considered readily achievable. Economic considerations led to a determination
that a mining rate of 1.5Mtpa provided the best return for the project and this was the rate adopted for the FS.
Mining of the reclaimed tailings ore will be undertaken using automated monitor-based hydraulic mining, which uses a high pressure water
cannon to agitate the ore into a slurry. In consultation with hydraulic mining consultants, the mining approach has been revised from a top-
down to a bottom-up mining method, which is considered to be safer, having lower environmental impacts, being easier to control and more
cost effective.
Under the bottom-up method, the tailings ore will be mined using a channel and windrow system in a herringbone pattern to the full thickness
of the tailings ore in a single pass advancing away from the collection sumps at the dam low points, with a mining face width of 20-25m.
Working heights are nominally 10m, though these may be in excess of 12-14m locally.
A single production monitor (water cannon) is employed to achieve the required shift output. The tailings mining schedule is based on a value
analysis and incorporates the mining of tailings in the sequence of TDS, TDW and TDN. Mining TDS first liberates a large storage capacity
for future returned tailings not utilised for paste fill.
Two personnel per shift will be required, comprising an operator and a field technician. As the plant will campaign treat either underground
or reclaimed tailings ore, but not both simultaneously, the retreatment mining personnel will perform additional duties within the plant site
when reclaimed tailings mining is not being undertaken. Maintenance personnel will be drawn from the plant as required. During installation
and commissioning of the system, consultants will be employed as supervisors and operators whilst local staff undergo training.
Processing
Metallurgical Test Work
Metallurgical test work for the Woodlawn Project commenced in 2006 and the major study programs included:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
2008 WRP1 BFS:
Comprising four phases and used to establish the basic flowsheet;
2012 WRP FEED2 Study: Focused on validation and optimisation of the 2008 WRP BFS outcomes using TDS material;
2015 PEA:
Included testing of samples from underground and blend tests of tailing and underground samples
to assess the concept of co-treatment;
2015/2016 FS:
Confirmation and optimisation of reclaimed tailings and underground material.
The FS metallurgical test work program built on the successful PEA program, and was undertaken by Australian Mineral Metallurgical
Laboratories Pty Ltd (AMML) in its Gosford, NSW testing facility with input from independent consultant GR Engineering Services Ltd (GRES)
and was focused on the underground massive sulphides scheduled as plant feed from Woodlawn.
The overall results from this work have demonstrated better than historical operational performance and reflect the advancements made in
the field of sulphide flotation, and in particular fine grinding technology. The test work demonstrated the ability to produce three readily
saleable concentrates.
1 Woodlawn Retreatment Project (WRP) 2 Front End Engineering Design (FEED)
Process Design
GRES have designed a process plant to treat ore on a campaign basis with up to 1.0Mtpa for underground ore or 1.5Mtpa for reclaimed tailings
ore. The design allows initial operations to treat 100% reclaimed tailings ore, whilst at the same time the development of the initial mine
decline will be undertaken to provide access for mining of the higher margin underground ore. The contribution from underground peaks at an
annualised 800kt during the middle years of the current Reserves-based mine life.
For underground ore, a two-stage crushing circuit has been incorporated into the plant design, together with a primary ball mill. For reclaimed
tailings ore, a fine grind mill is planned that reduces the particle size down to 30 microns, a size which previous and current test work confirms
maximises recovery performance from the flotation circuit. For the underground ore, the initial copper concentrate float is undertaken at a
75 microns, grind size, with a regrind of copper tails to 30 microns, being employed to maximise the subsequent recoveries from the lead and
zinc flotation stages. Figure 6 next page shows a schematic flowsheet of the plant.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 21
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
The flotation circuit comprises a gangue pre-float, copper, lead and zinc differential flotation sequence. The overall plant design is broadly
consistent with the design of the original 1978-1998 plant that was previously used to successfully treat Woodlawn ore. A differential
flotation circuit for copper, lead and zinc will be utilised with concentrate regrind stages in the copper, lead and zinc circuits to produce cleaner
concentrates. The copper circuit will also utilise a rougher and scavenger tailings regrind circuit prior to the lead flotation stage.
Concentrates from the three flotation circuits will be thickened and subsequently filtered for road transport.
Final flotation tailings will be de-slimed and used in the paste fill plant which will generate a cemented paste that will be reticulated
underground and used to backfill mined stopes from both new and historic mining. The slime tailings component (approximately 50% of
tailings produced) will be deposited initially into a new tailings storage facility TSF4, and later into the existing TDS. Process Design Criteria
based on metallurgical test work is summarised in Table 6 below:
Table 6: Process Design Criteria
Ore Type
Underground
Tailings
Concentrate Grade (%)
Copper
Zinc
Lead
55
55
27
20
45
36
Metallurgical Recovery (%)
Lead
Copper
Zinc
88
76
60
39
70
42
Figure 6: Campaign flow sheet – Underground & Reclaimed Tailings Processing
Page 22 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
Infrastructure & Personnel
Power
The Woodlawn mine site is supplied via Essential Energy’s 66kV Woodlawn Zone Substation. This Zone Substation is currently being upgraded
from a single 5MVA transformer substation to a single 10/16MVA transformer, with potential to be upgraded further to include a second
10/16MVA transformer, giving an ultimate emergency firm capacity of 16MVA.
There are savings in opting for a 66kV supply which form the basis for the FS costing estimates. For the 66kV option, current annual estimates
for the supply cost are $8.4 million per annum excluding a capital charge. Power will be reticulated around the site at 11kV with stepdown
to 1000V for the underground operations and 415V/240V for surface installations.
Water
The Woodlawn site operates under ‘non-discharge’ conditions. Infrastructure exists for site water management purposes and includes major
storage capacity in TDS and two evaporation dams (ED1 and ED2). These dams adequately supported previous operations and water modelling
has indicated that it will service Heron’s intended requirements.
Heron has access to a water access license granted under the Water Management Act 2000 to use the Willeroo Borefield, with a maximum
volume entitlement of 600 megalitres (ML)/year. Water sourced from this borefield would be used for make-up purposes. Detailed water
balance modelling shows that there is adequate water available for operational requirements.
Access
Access to the site is gained from the sealed Collector Road located approximately 350m north of the proposed plant site. This road to the east
is heavy haulage rated (25/26m B-Double) and provides access to a road network linking all major regional centres including Sydney, Canberra,
Wollongong and Goulburn.
In addition, access to the Sydney to Canberra rail line is located approximately 6km east of the site at Veolia’s Crisp Creek intermodal. This
rail line has direct connections to the major N/S and E/W Australian rail infrastructure. The closest major, deep water import / export berth
is located at Port Kembla, 211km from the site by road. The closest international airport is Canberra Airport located 64km by road to the south
of the site.
Personnel
The majority of operational labour will be sourced from surrounding population centres which have in excess of 430,000 people residing within
a 55 km radius of the Woodlawn site. The site is well placed to offer the operational workforce the opportunity to reside in rural, village,
regional township or city settings and is expected to be a significant drawcard in attracting skilled personnel.
The proposed site organisational structure will be typical of an Australian underground mining operation. The management, administrative,
technical functions, processing, surface plant maintenance and hydraulic mining functions will be directly employed by the operation.
Contractors will be utilised for underground mining, concentrate haulage and other specialty roles and functions.
Total site personnel numbers are expected to reach approximately 250 during construction and 157 at full production, comprising 30
Management/ Supervisory/Technical staff, 40 Operational staff and 87 Mining Contractors.
Funding and Zinc Market
Following the completion of the FS Heron commenced a process to secure a funding structure that would pave the way for the development
of Woodlawn. This process is ongoing with good progress being made in sourcing both the debt and equity components. Further updates will
be provided to shareholders as this process advances.
Zinc continues to be one of the best performing base metals, up more than 50% since the start of the year. A combination of market influences
have led to zinc’s rallying price including the closure of a number of key mines in China, Peru, Australia and Ireland.
It is within the current supply deficit that the opportunity exists for Heron, with the Woodlawn Zinc Copper Project ideally positioned to meet
the shortfall. The market dynamics are creating an attractive price outlook with forcasters indicating zinc will rise in 2017 and further again in
2018. The lack of an advanced project pipeline further provides support to sustain strong prices over the medium term. With fundamentals
set to remain attractive and our project finance discussions progressng well, Heron’s timing and position as one of very few near term
production projects across the entire zinc market leaves it in an enviable position.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 23
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
In-Mine Extensional Exploration
Drilling Programs Post FS Completion
In July 2016, the Company commenced drilling on the B Lens North extension target at Woodlawn.
The primary target was the northern strike extension to the 4.8Mt 3 “B” Lens with secondary targets being the strike extensions to the 1.3Mt
3 “D” Lens and 0.5Mt 3 “I” Lens (Figure 7). The B Lens was one of the main mining areas of the former underground, presenting good widths
and grades. The target area had remained untested due to an evaporation dam dating from the 1980s preventing access to a suitable drill
position; however, the level of water within this dam had fallen low enough to allow pad construction and drill rig access. Secondary targets
for the program were the shallow G2 Lens position and the Cowley Hills prospect, 2.5 kilometres north of Woodlawn.
The program was completed in early September with eight holes for 2,527m drilled. The two holes drilled into the B Lens position have
confirmed a significant extension to this lens, key results are:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
4.5m @ 5.8% ZnEq from 538m (2.3% Zn, 0.8% Cu, 0.5% Pb, 0.2g/t Au, 13.1g/t Ag) WNDD0105
11m @ 8.4% ZnEq from 569m (3.4% Zn, 0.94% Cu, 1.5% Pb, 0.12g/t Au, 18g/t Ag) WNDD0108
2.5m @ 19.5% ZnEq from 552m (7.7% Zn, 1.3% Cu, 3.9% Pb, 1.8g/t Au, 100g/t Ag) WNDD0108
DHEM surveys on these two holes have indicated a substantial zone of sulphide mineralisation with an Exploration Target 4 of between 0.6Mt
to 1.1Mt at grades between 7.0% and 14% ZnEq being estimated.
Four holes were drilled to test the shallow G2 lens position with number of significant sulphide intersections. Significant results include:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
11m @ 11% ZnEq from 133m (6.3% Zn, 0.5% Cu, 3.3% Pb, 0.1g/t Au, 10g/t Ag) WNDD0106
9.8m @ 28% ZnEq from 107m (8.7% Zn, 0.5% Cu, 5.2% Pb, 4.0g/t Au, 326g/t Ag) WNDD0110
Including 3.7m @ 56% ZnEq (18.7% Zn, 1.2% Cu, 10.0% Pb, 6.9g/t Au, 650g/t Ag) WNDD0110
6.0m @ 10% ZnEq from 140m (7.9% Zn, 0.2% Cu, 0.7% Pb, 0.2g/t Au, 13g/t Ag) WNDD0110
2.9m @ 9% ZnEq from 160m (5.1% Zn, 0.3% Cu, 2.8% Pb, 0.5g/t Au, 11g/t Ag) WNDD0111
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
These results along with a number of new DHEM plates will provide significant extensions to the G2 Lens position which will be mined in the
first year of production.
A single hole was drilled at the Cowley Hills prospect testing a DHEM plate below the old workings:
6.6m @ 4.7% ZnEq from 200m (1.8% Zn, 0.4% Cu, 0.6% Pb, 0.5g/t Au, 25g/t Ag) CHDD0001
(cid:129)
3
4
Total approximate pre-mining tonnages of the lenses combining mined material and current resources -
An Exploration Target is a term used within the JORC2012 Code for an estimate of the exploration potential of a mineral deposit. As used in this report the stated
exploration target is based upon the parameters from the known drillholes and the DHEM survey results, however, the potential quantity and grade is conceptual
in nature and there is insufficient information to estimate a Mineral Resource and it remains uncertain if further exploration will result in the estimation of a
Mineral Resource in this area of recent drilling.
Woodlawn Exploration - Key Targets
Heron continues to maintain a strategic tenement package over the prospective Silurian volcanic rocks around the Woodlawn Mine (Figure
8). The key regional prospects are:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Cowley Hills: Approximately 2.5km north of the Woodlawn Mine, VMS mineralisation is present in Woodlawn Volcanics which are
intruded by dolerites – a setting analogous to Woodlawn. Good potential exists to locate extensions to known mineralisation through
targeted drilling and DHEM surveys. A recent DHEM survey on one of the deeper earlier holes from the 1980’s (W158) down to a depth
of 250m has generated a broad off-hole conductor. Given the shallow nature of the mineralisation, the potential for an open-pitable
resource is currently being considered.
Currawang Mine: 10km to the NW of the Woodlawn mine is the former Currawang Mine where approximately 0.5Mt of ore, at similar
grades to the Woodlawn deposit, was mined from underground and trucked to the Woodlawn processing plant in the early 1990’s. Two
promising targets exist to the north and south of known mineralisation. The southern target is in-part related to re-modelling of a DHEM
conductor detected from down-hole surveys completed in the early 1990’s; the northern target relates to a drill hole which intersected
a broad zone of chlorite+sericite+talc alteration containing some massive sulphides. No drilling has been done on this prospect since
the early 1990s and an excellent opportunity exists to find additional high-grade lenses within the Currawang structural corridor.
Montrose Prospect: 6km WNW of Woodlawn, broad zones of intense pyrite-sericite alteration in Woodlawn Volcanics are present
and limited drilling in the 1980’s and 1990’s intercepted zones of modest grade mineralisation which received only limited follow-up
work. Remodelling of the numerous fixed- and moving-loop EM geophysical anomalies has provided clear targets for follow-up testing.
Other Prospects: The Allianoyonyiga and Kalua prospects are both grassroots prospects defined by pre-Heron moving loop EM
surveys along strike, west and east respectively, from the Cowley Hill deposit. Moderate silica/pyrite alteration in rhyolitic volcanic
rocks has been mapped at Kalua along strike from the EM anomalies, whereas the Allianoyonyiga prospect is wholly covered by
alluvium of the Allianoyonyiga creek and will require drilling to test further. At Hickory’s Paddock a recent soil program has defined a
300m long Cu/Pb/Zn anomaly associated with gossanous black shale horizon. A follow-up moving loop EM survey is planned to better
define a potentially mineralised zone for future drill testing.
Page 24 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
Figure 7: Oblique long-section (looking east) for the northern end of the B Lens position, showing location of WNDD0108, DHEM plates and
earlier drilling.
Figure 8: Woodlawn Exploration Project – Key Regional Targets
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 25
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
EXPLORATION PROJECTS
Heron maintains significant tenement holdings in New South Wales and in Western Australia. Refer to the tenement map on page 10 and
tenement listing in Section 11 for further details and Heron tenements and proposed Ardea tenements.
As described below the majority of non-Woodlawn tenements in NSW and WA are being spun-out to Ardea.
NEW SOUTH WALES – EXPLORATION
Heron maintains a significant tenement holding in the Lachlan Fold Belt with some 3,739km2 under tenure. A significant farm-out of four
project areas was completed this year with Alchemy Resources. Heron’s focus for the regional NSW exploration has been on the Lewis Ponds
Project.
Lewis Ponds Gold-Zinc Project (EL5583 100% Heron)
Lewis Ponds is located 15km east of Orange, in central NSW and contains the Lewis Ponds VMS deposit (6.6 million tonnes grading 2.4% Zn,
0.2% Cu, 1.4% Pb, 1.5g/t Au and 69g/t Ag JORC 2004 Mineral Resource ) – made up of Main Zone and Tom’s Zone which occur in a sequence
of deformed Silurian felsic to intermediate volcanic and sedimentary rocks.
Refer to Section 10.0 for Lewis Ponds Mineral Resource details.
Figure 9: Lewis Ponds Project – Key Targets
Page 26 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
Calarie Copper-Gold Project (EL7023 and ML739, Heron 100%)
Calarie is located 25km south-southwest of Parkes in central Lachlan Fold Belt of NSW. The area is prospective for gold mineralisation
associated with the old Lachlan gold workings where several encouraging drill intercepts have been returned in recent years.
Joint Venture with Alchemy Resources Ltd (Overflow, Girilambone, Eurow and Yellow Mountain)
In May 2016 calendar year, the Company entered into a Farm-In Agreement with Alchemy Resources Limited (Alchemy) covering a portfolio of
Heron’s NSW exploration tenements. The Farm-In Agreement covers 674 km2 of the central Lachlan Orogen in NSW, including the following
exploration tenements: EL5878 Overflow, EL7941 Overflow, EL8267 Overflow, EL8192 Eurow, EL8318 Girilambone and EL8356 Yellow
Mountain.
Under the headline terms of the Farm-In, Alchemy is to spend A$1M over 3 years to earn 51% and a further A$1M within the 2 subsequent
years to earn an additional 29% interest in the tenements. Once Alchemy reaches the 80% interest in the tenements, a Joint Venture (JV) will
be formed with Heron free carried to completion of a pre-feasibility study. During the term of the JV, should Heron’s interest reduce to less
than 5%, Heron’s interest will revert to a 1.5% NSR. In addition, Alchemy has issued 2 million Alchemy shares (escrowed for 12 months) and
2.5 million, 3 year, 10c options to Heron as initial consideration.
A priority RC-diamond drilling program is being planned by Alchemy, targeting up and down-plunge positions of the mineralisation zones at
the Overflow mining centre, commencing in the second half of 2016 and subject to completion of landholder access agreements and statutory
approvals.
WESTERN AUSTRALIA – EXPLORATION
The Company has consolidated and retains a substantial portfolio of tenements in the Eastern Goldfields of Western Australia that are
prospective for Archean-style nickel and gold mineralisation.
Emu Lake Project (100% Heron)
The Emu Lake Project is located some 65km north-east of Kalgoorlie and work by previous companies (including Xstrata Nickel Ltd) has
identified a prospective nickel sulphide horizon that extends for some 8km through the Heron tenure. Historical drill results include ELD015:
2m at 6.2% Ni and 1.8% Cu from 336m depth and demonstrate the potential for high grade nickel sulphide mineralisation in the area.
Kalgoorlie Nickel Project (100% Heron) (KNP)
The KNP provides significant potential exposure to long-term, low cost nickel production in a highly stable and mining-orientated jurisdiction.
The project is located in the Eastern Goldfields of Western Australia, 50-100km north and east from Kalgoorlie with a tenement holding
covering 850km2. The nickel laterite rights are 100% held by Heron on unencumbered tenure.
With the combination of a large resource base and screen beneficiation of siliceous material, a potential leach feed grade of 1.1-1.5% Ni is
possible over a long mine life. The project is also well supported by gas, road and rail infrastructure that is suitably located to support the
development of the KNP plant site. To date more than A$50 million has been spent on the resource drill-out (mainly by Vale Inco between
2005-2009), with the most recent scoping studies focused on the use of Simulus’ Carbon Friendly Nickel Production process, which
demonstrated that the KNP has the potential to provide a source of long-term, low capital intensity nickel concentrates to the market.
Rocky Gully Nickel-Copper Prospect (10% Heron, 90% Metallicity Ltd)
Metallicity Ltd (ASX:MCT) have acquired a 90% interest in the Rocky Gully Project comprising the three tenements: E70/2801, E70/4543 and
E70/4437. Heron retains a 10% interest in the tenements through to the completion of a pre-feasibility study. In consideration for the 90%
interest MCT has issued Heron 14,375,000 MCT shares.
Bulong Gold Project (Heron 20%, Southern Gold Ltd 80%; Heron 100% nickel laterite rights Bulong East)
The Bulong Gold Project is located 30km east of Kalgoorlie with Southern Gold (ASX:SAU) managing the joint venture as part of their
exploration efforts around the producing Cannon Gold Mine. Work completed by SAU included:
1)
2)
Drilling at Tooting Bec on the tenement adjacent to E25/250 that has intersected gold mineralisation associated with strong magnetite
alteration. This mineralisation appears to continue onto E25/0250.
Regional re-interpretation of the geology on E25/250 that has highlighted the potential for gold mineralisation along a 5.5 km trend
between the Tooting Bec and Railway South gold prospects. The potential for Tooting Bec style, magnetite associated, mineralisation
along this trend is also being investigated.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 27
A selection of gold nuggets recovered from
Heron’s Western Australian tenements.
Page 28 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
2.0 OPERATIONS REPORT CONTINUED
ARDEA SPIN-OUT
On the 29th September Heron shareholders approved the restructuring of its non-Woodlawn asset portfolio in New South Wales (NSW) and
Western Australia (WA), with a focus on gold and nickel, through the proposed listing of its wholly owned subsidiary, Ardea Resources Limited
(Ardea).
Ardea’s development focus will be the Lewis Ponds Gold-Zinc project in central NSW, and its exploration focus will be the Mt Zephyr and the
Bardoc Tectonic Zone gold projects in the Eastern Goldfields of WA.
The rationale for this proposed spin-out is Heron’s dedicated focus on bringing Woodlawn to development. Accordingly, in this corporate
environment, it was considered that the value of the non-Woodlawn assets was not properly reflected within Heron, and they were unlikely
to attract the focus and budgets which they warranted and require for advancement.
There is a desire to unlock the significant value in these non-Woodlawn assets, and the Company believes that this can be best achieved
through the ASX listing of a focused, standalone gold and nickel exploration and development company, with a dedicated board and
management team.
The spin-out will allow for the creation of two distinct companies:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
Heron, with its existing Board and senior executive team, as a project developer solely focused on fast tracking the Woodlawn Zinc-
Copper Project towards production; and
Ardea as a gold and nickel exploration/development company with a 100% interest in the Lewis Ponds Gold-Zinc Project, several high
quality gold exploration plays with advanced drill targets and, importantly, ownership of the substantial Kalgoorlie Nickel Project.
Heron will be issued new fully paid ordinary shares in Ardea for the non-Woodlawn assets and, subject to jurisdictional compliance, these
Ardea shares will then be distributed at nil cost to Heron shareholders on an entitlements basis. Ardea will simultaneously undertake a public
offer concurrent with ASX listing.
This model is similar to past corporate initiatives undertaken by Heron, notably the successful Avoca Resources Limited spin-out in 2002.
Euroz Securities Limited and Azure Capital Limited have been mandated to manage the listing of Ardea as lead manager and corporate adviser,
respectively. Independent experts have been appointed, documentation preparation commenced, and a search underway to appoint a suitably
qualified board and managing director for Ardea.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 29
3.0 Corporate Profile
HERON RESOURCES LIMITED (“Heron” or “the Company”) is engaged in the exploration and development of base and precious metal
deposits in Australia. The Company is focused on the development of the high grade Woodlawn Project located 250km south-west of Sydney
in New South Wales (NSW). Heron also owns the Kalgoorlie Nickel Project located north of Kalgoorlie in Western Australia (WA), and holds
a number of other quality base metal and copper-gold exploration properties located in the Lachlan Fold Belt of New South Wales. .
WOODLAWN ZINC-COPPER PROJECT
Heron holds a direct 100% ownership of the mineral rights at the Woodlawn Mine site situated 40km south of Goulburn and 250km south-
west of Sydney, in southern NSW, Australia. It is Heron’s aim to create a profitable, long life and low cost mineral processing operation at
Woodlawn that produces base and precious metal concentrates. Heron also holds a portfolio of advanced stage exploration tenements
adjacent to the Woodlawn site covering the same prospective felsic volcanic units that host the Woodlawn Volcanogenic Massive Sulphide
(VMS) deposit.
Historically, the Woodlawn Mine operated from 1978 to 1998 and processed 13.8 million tonnes of ore from the Woodlawn open pit,
underground and satellite deposits grading 9.1% zinc, 1.6% copper; 3.6% lead, 0.5g/t gold and 74g/t silver.
Prior operators closed the mine in March 1998 due to prevailing low metal prices and external corporate issues. Post mine closure the mineral
rights contained within the Woodlawn Mining Licence SML20 were purchased by TriAusMin Ltd. Since that time, work has focused on
evaluating the potential to re-process tailings from previous mining operations (termed the Woodlawn Retreatment Project – WRP), and to re-
develop the underground mine (the Woodlawn Underground Project – WUP). Regional exploration has also been undertaken in the vicinity of
Woodlawn with the objective of discovering new, high grade satellite deposits (Woodlawn Exploration Project – WEP) which are common in
these districts.
The brownfields drilling and down-hole Electro-Magnetic (DHEM) exploration surveys undertaken by Heron at the Woodlawn site continues to
extend the known VMS systems and generate new targets, as expected from Australia’s second largest historic VMS system (second only to
Rosebery, Tasmania).
Release of Feasibility Statement
On 29 June 2016 the Company announced the results of the Woodlawn Feasibility Study (FS). The complete NI 43-101 Technical Report in
support of the FS study was published on Heron’s website and lodged on SEDAR www.sedar.com (TSX:HER) on 26 July 2016. The key outcomes
of this study include:
Attractive project characteristics
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
Initial 9.3 year mine life based upon the combined underground and tailings Mineral Reserves (“Starter Case”)
Campaign processing rate of up to 1.0Mtpa from underground mining, and up to 1.5Mtpa from reclaiming tailings, processed through a
standard single-sulphide flotation facility
Steady-state (2020-2023) annual Production Target of 40kt Zn, 10kt Cu, 12kt Pb, 900koz Ag and 4koz Au contained within zinc, copper,
and lead concentrates
Project is totally contained upon granted Special Mining Lease SML20 – Woodlawn is fully ‘permitted’ and ‘mine ready’
Utilising existing local and regional infrastructure to achieve significant reductions in development costs
Close proximity to large service and employment centres (Sydney, Wollongong, Canberra, Goulburn)
Strong local community and regulator support
Inferred Mineral Resources defined in both the underground and tailings projects demonstrate excellent potential to extend mine life
to more than 11.5 years
Mineral Resources & Mineral Reserves
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
Underground mine plan focused on the shallower areas of the deposit reflecting the success of the recent Preliminary Economic
Assessment (PEA) & FS drilling programs. There is a high level of confidence based on historic data for extensions to this mineralisation
both at-depth and along strike
Two separate production sources, mining from underground and reclaiming of tailings, provides operational flexibility and reduces risk
20 years of historical operational data removes ‘greenfield’ unknowns
Page 30 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
3.0 CORPORATE PROFILE CONTINUED
Robust economics
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
C1 costs of US$-0.06/lb zinc and C3 of US$0.34/lb are expected to place Woodlawn firmly in the lower half of the cost curve
Attractive “peer project” capital cost metrics based on annual metal Production Targets and Reserves-based mine life
Life extension case (PEA equivalent mine plan) shows excellent consistency with previously published PEA
Significant leverage to the price outlook for zinc, which comprises approximately 48% of total payable metal value
Expedited development and financing pathway to meet market opportunity
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
The Company has commenced a structured project funding process with the assistance of Azure Capital and is targeting finalisation in
the later part of 2016
A number of optimisation opportunities that have the potential to further enhance the project outcomes were identified during the FS
program. A number of these options are being pursued in parallel to the funding and include aspects such as equipment sourcing
alternatives and additional shallow mineralised positions
Rapid development schedule of 15 months from commencement of construction until completion of wet commissioning
First production targeted first half 2018 to meet projected favourable zinc market conditions
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT
The Board of Heron is committed to achieving and demonstrating the highest standards of Corporate Governance. The Board is responsible to
its Shareholders for the performance of the Company and seeks to communicate extensively with Shareholders. The Board believes that sound
Corporate Governance practices will assist in the creation of Shareholder wealth and provide accountability.
In accordance with Listing Rule 4.10.3, the Company has elected to disclose its Corporate Governance policies and its compliance with them
on its website, rather than in the Annual Report. Accordingly the following information about the Company's Corporate Governance practices
is set out on the Company's website at www.heronresources.com.au:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
Board of Directors Charter;
Audit & Governance Committee Charter;
Remuneration & Nomination Committee Charter
Policy on Share trading and conflicts of interest;
Policy on continuous disclosure;
Policy regarding communication with Shareholders;
Policy on the Company’s risk management;
Policy on Employee Diversity;
Policy on HSEC;
Policy on Whistleblowers;
Code of Conduct; and
Policy on External Communication.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 31
4.0 Directors’ Report
The Directors submit their Report on the Company and its controlled entities for the year ended 30 June 2016.
DIRECTORS
The names and details of the Directors of the Company in office at any time during or since the end of the year are:
Director
Appointed
Position
Stephen Dennis - BCom BLLB GDipAppFin(Finsia) CFTP.
05 December 2006
Chairman (Non-Executive) of the Board, Member of Audit and Corporate Governance Committee, Member of Remuneration and
Nomination Committee
Stephen Dennis has been actively involved in the mining industry for 30 years. He has held senior management positions at
Toho Zinc, MIM Holdings Limited, Minara Resources Limited, and Brambles Australia Limited.
Other current directorships
Non-executive Chairman of Cott Oil and Gas Limited; Non-executive Chairman of Rox Resources Limited
and Non-executive Chairman of Graphex Mining Limted.
Former directorships in last 3 years
Managing Director of CBH Resources Limited.
Director
Appointed
Position
Wayne Taylor - BEng (Mining), MBA, MAusIMM
11 August 2014
Managing Director and CEO
Mr. Taylor is a mining engineer with over 30 years’ experience in the mining industry. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering
(Mining) degree from the University of New South Wales and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of New
England. Mr Taylor has held senior operational management roles with Western Mining Corporation and Glencore
International’s Australian operations. For the six years prior to joining TriAusMin he managed Glencore’s base metal business
development based out of Australia which involved assessing mining projects throughout the world. Mr. Taylor was the
Managing Director and CEO of TriAusMin for the last 3 years prior to the merger.
Other current directorships
None.
Former directorships in last 3 years
Managing Director and CEO of TriAusMin Ltd until August 2014.
Director
Appointed
Position
Ian Buchhorn - BSc (Hons), Dip Geosci (Min Econ), MAusIMM.
17 February 1995
Executive Director
Ian Buchhorn is a Mineral Economist and Geologist with over 35 years’ experience. Prior to listing Heron in 1996 as founding
managing director, Mr Buchhorn worked with Anglo American Corporation in southern Africa, and Comalco, Shell/Billiton and
Elders Resources in Australia, as well as setting up and managing Australia's first specialist mining grade control consultancy.
Mr Buchhorn has worked on feasibility studies, bauxite and industrial mineral mining and exploration, gold and base metal
project generation, and in corporate evaluations. For the last 25 years Mr Buchhorn has acquired and developed mining
projects throughout the Eastern Goldfields of Western Australia and operated as a Registered Mine Manager.
Other current directorships
Non-executive Director of Rubicon Resources Limited since August 2005.
Former directorships in last 3 years
Non-executive Director of Golden Cross Resources Limited.
Page 32 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
4.0 DIRECTORS’ REPORT CONTINUED
Director
Appointed
Position
Borden Putnam III - MSc, RPG
12 December 2014
Director (Non-Executive), Member of Audit & Governance Committee, Member of Remuneration and Nomination Committee
Mr. Putnam is a professional geologist with over 38 years of experience in the mineral industry, with focus on exploration and
asset evaluations in the mineral investment business. From 1976-1991 he worked as a Project Geologist and a District
Manager for AMAX Exploration and Newmont Exploration Limited respectively. He served as Vice-President and Chief
Geologist for MRDI (now AMEC) an internationally recognized mining consultancy firm from 1991-1996. Mr. Putnam was Vice-
President and Principal with Robertson Stephens Investment Management from 1996-2001, and from 2001-2009 was
Managing Director of Eastbourne Capital Management; both firms which were engaged in mineral investment management
principally as private hedge funds. In 2009, Mr Putnam, established his mining industry consultancy business providing
technical evaluations, due diligence audits and investment advice to clients in the mineral resource industry.
Other current directorships
Director of Mirasol Resources Ltd.
Former directorships in last 3 years
None.
Director
Appointed
Position
Fiona Robertson - MA (Oxon) (Geology), MAusIMM, FAICD
9 April 2015
Director (Non-Executive), Chairman of Audit & Governance Committee, Member of Remuneration and Nomination Committee
Ms Robertson is a finance professional and practicing non-executive director and audit/risk committee chair with a background
of more than 20 years as a chief financial officer in the emerging and mid-tier resources sector and 14 years as a corporate
banker working in Sydney, New York and London with Chase Manhattan Bank. Ms Robertson’s executive experience includes
CFO roles with Petsec Energy Ltd; Climax Mining Ltd and Delta Gold Ltd; as well as various corporate banking roles with Chase
Manhattan Bank.
Other current directorships
Non-executive Chair of One Asia Resources Ltd; and National and NSW Committee member of WIMnet (AusIMM’s Women
in Mining Network).
Former directorships in last 3 years
Non-Executive Director of Drillsearch Energy Limited.
Director
Appointed
Position
Mark Sawyer - LL.B.
19 August 2015
Director (Non-Executive)
Mr Sawyer co-founded Greenstone Resources in 2013 after a 16 year career in the mining sector. Prior to establishing
Greenstone, Mr Sawyer was GM and Co-Head Group Business Development at Xstrata plc where he was responsible for
originating, evaluating and negotiating new business development opportunities for Xstrata. Prior to Xstrata Mr Sawyer held
senior roles at Cutfield Freeman & Co (a boutique corporate advisory firm in the mining industry) and at Rio Tinto plc. Mr
Sawyer is a solicitor and a resident of the United Kingdom.
Other current directorships
North River Resources Plc, Metro Mining Limited.
Former directorships in last 3 years
None.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 33
4.0 DIRECTORS’ REPORT CONTINUED
SENIOR EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
Chief Operating Officer
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is Andrew Lawry B App Sc (Metallurgy). Mr Lawry brings more than 28 years’ experience in project
management, engineering, construction, commissioning and operations, both in Australia and overseas. He has worked for several leading
resource companies including Polymetals, Newcrest and engineering firms Bateman, Normet and Q-Proc. Notably, Mr Lawry managed, from
construction through to operation, the successful retreatment of the Hellyer base metal tailings project in 2006 in western Tasmania. With this
experience he is well qualified to lead the successful development of the Woodlawn Project which comprises the retreatment of tailings in
combination with an underground mining development.
General Manager – Finance and Administration and Company Secretary
The GM - Finance and Company Secretary is Simon Smith B.Bus CA. Mr. Smith has been a Chief Financial Officer of both private and public
companies in Australia and the USA. He brings 20 years’ experience in the business world as a Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor’s
Degree in Business from the University of Technology Sydney. Mr. Smith was the CFO and Company Secretary for TriAusMin prior to the merger
with Heron Resources.
General Manager - Exploration and Geology
The Exploration Manager, David von Perger BSc (Hons) MAusIMM was appointed to this position in February 2006. Mr von Perger is a
geologist with some 20 years’ experience in mineral exploration having worked in several locations around Australia. Mr von Perger has
worked on various styles of mineral deposits including Archaean gold and nickel, and Proterozoic base-metals and iron-ore. His experience
includes four years as a business analyst for a major mining group involving analysis of mining operations, project development and
assessment of new opportunities. Since his appointment with Heron in February 2004, Mr von Perger has been responsible for the
identification and acquisition of several new nickel, gold, iron-ore and base-metal projects.
General Manager - Strategy & Business Development
Charlie Kempson MEng (Oxon), MBA, GAICD is a senior corporate finance executive who was most recently an equity partner and Director of
Azure Capital Limited, a mining focused leading independent Perth-based corporate advisor, where he worked for nine years advising boards
and senior executives across a range of industries including mining, oil & gas and related services on business development, corporate
strategy, finance, and mergers and acquisitions. Prior to his arrival in Australia in 2002 Mr Kempson spent five years with investment banks
Commerzbank AG and Barclays Capital in London and Germany, and four years working in technical roles for Logica (now part of CGI Group).
PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
The principal activities of the Consolidated Entity during the year were base and precious metal mineral exploration and development through
sole funded and joint venture activities. During the year the Company's focus has been on completing the Woodlawn Feasibility Study (FS).
This was completed in June 2016. The Company has also explored on its other tenements in New South Wales and Western Australia. The
Company also announced its intention to spin out the non Woodlawn assets into the new IPO entity named Ardea Resources Ltd.
OPERATING RESULTS
The loss of the consolidated entity for the 2016 financial year after income tax of nil (2015: nil) was $4,252,525 (2015: $5,429,844).
DIVIDENDS
No dividends were paid during the year and the Directors do not recommend the payment of a dividend.
OPERATIONS REVIEW
The detailed review of operations of the Consolidated Entity for the year is contained in Section 2.0 of the final printed Annual Report.
Management’s discussion and analysis for the three and twelve month period ending 30 June 2016 can be found in Appendix 2 of this report.
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN THE STATE OF AFFAIRS
There were no significant changes in the state of affairs of the Consolidated Entity during the year.
Page 34 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
4.0 DIRECTORS’ REPORT CONTINUED
MATTERS SUBSEQUENT TO THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR
On 10 August 2016, the Company announced that its Board had committed to restructuring its non-Woodlawn asset portfolio in NSW and WA
(the Assets), with a focus on gold and nickel (Proposed Transaction), through the proposed listing of its wholly owned subsidiary, Ardea
Resources Limited (Ardea).
Ardea’s focus will be on the potential development of the Lewis Ponds gold project in central NSW and targeted exploration of the Mt Zephyr
and the Bardoc Tectonic Zone gold projects in the Eastern Goldfields of WA. The proposed transaction is subject to various conditions,
including approval by Heron’s shareholders (received on 29 September 2016).
Other than noted above, at the date of this Report there is no matter or circumstance which has arisen since 30 June 2016 that has significantly
affected or may significantly affect:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
The operations, in the financial years subsequent to 30 June 2016, of the Consolidated Entity;
The results of those operations; or
The state of affairs, in the financial years subsequent to 30 June 2016, of the Consolidated Entity.
OPTIONS
Options issued during the year are noted below and were issued under the Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP) approved by Shareholders
at the 2015 AGM. There were no options exercised during the year.
Number Issued
20,700,000
Expiry Date
4 December 2020
Exercise Price
$0.092
The following Options expired during the year:
Number Issued
2,500,000
333,333
1,000,000
42,918
21,459
21,459
21,459
21,459
858,369
400,000
5,220,456
Expiry Date
23 June 2016
16 January 2016
05 March 2016
27 June 2016
22 February 2018
31 January 2019
13 June 2017
13 March 2018
19 March 2016
4 December 2020
Exercise Price
$0.31
$0.27
$0.22
$0.27
$0.17
$0.09
$0.22
$0.15
$0.37
$0.092
As at the date of this report the Company had the following options on issue:
Date Options Granted
5 October 2012
3 April 2013
3 April 2013
5 August 2014
5 August 2014
5 August 2014
5 December 2015
Expiry Date
16 January 2017
5 March 2017
5 March 2018
23 October 2017
20 November 2018
4 February 2017
4 December 2020
TOTAL
Number Issued
333,334
1,000,000
1,000,000
21,459
858,369
21,459
20,300,000
23,534,621
Exercise Price
$0.31
$0.27
$0.31
$0.14
$0.09
$0.27
$0.092
No option holder has any right under the options to participate in any other share issue of the Company or of any other entity.
LIKELY DEVELOPMENTS
Further information on the likely developments in the operations of the Consolidated Entity and the expected results of those operations have
not been included in this Report because the Directors believe it would be likely to result in unreasonable prejudice to the Consolidated Entity.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 35
Directors
I Buchhorn
S Dennis
W Taylor
B Putnam
F Robertson
M Sawyer
Director
S Dennis
I Buchhorn
W Taylor
B Putnam
F Robertson
M Sawyer (1)
(1)
4.0 DIRECTORS’ REPORT CONTINUED
DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL SHAREHOLDINGS IN THE COMPANY
As at the date of this Report the interests of the Directors in the Shares of the Company were:
Ordinary Shares
Option over Ordinary Shares
Direct
2,518,241
-
268,618
-
-
-
-
478,136
72,961
-
Indirect
44,272,718
1,350,000
1,595,905
-
500,000
-
170,000
130,000
60,000
3,508,474
Direct
3,000,000
1,000,000
4,858,369
1,000,000
1,000,000
-
1,650,000
1,650,000
1,650,000
3,650,000
Indirect
5,000,000(1)
-
-
-
-
1,000,000
-
-
-
-
Key Management Personnel
A Lawry
D von Perger
S Smith
C Kempson
(1)
The 5,000,000 options expired un-exercised in September 2016
DIRECTORS MEETINGS
During the year the Company held 7 meetings of Directors. The attendance of the Directors at meetings of the Board were:
Meetings held
while a director
Number of
meetings
attended
Audit
Committee
Meetings
Remuneration
and Nomination
Committee
meetings
7
7
7
7
7
6
7
7
7
6
7
6
4
-
-
3
4
-
1
-
-
1
1
-
Mr Sawyer was appointed on 19 August 2015
REMUNERATION REPORT (AUDITED)
The Board seeks independent advice on remuneration policies and practices, involving the remuneration packages and terms of employment
of Directors. Remuneration levels are competitively set to attract the most qualified and experienced Directors and Senior Executive Officers
in the context of prevailing market conditions. There is no direct link between Director and Senior Executive remuneration and corporate
performance, other than the performance conditions attaching to options.
Remuneration levels and other terms of employment for Mr Taylor, Mr Smith, Mr Buchhorn, Mr Lawry, Mr Kempson and Mr von Perger are
formalised in service agreements/work contracts.
The agreement with Mr Taylor requires the provision of his services as Managing Director and CEO of the Company and contains the following
major provisions:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
No fixed term;
Current base salary of $367,000 exclusive of 15% superannuation;
Eligible to receive a discretionary Short Term Incentive approved by the Board; and
In the event that the Company terminates Mr Taylor’s employment other than for matters concerning fraud and dishonesty and the like
the Company will pay Mr Taylor the maximum amount payable in accordance with the formula prescribed by section 200G of the
Corporations Act. The length of notice to be given by both parties on termination is six months.
The agreement with Mr Buchhorn requires the provision of his services as Executive Director of the Company and contains the following
major provisions:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
No fixed term;
Current base salary of $321,000 exclusive of superannuation;
Eligible to receive a discretionary Short Term Incentive approved by the Board; and
In the event that the Company terminates Mr Buchhorn’s employment other than for matters concerning fraud and dishonesty and the
like the Company will pay Mr Buchhorn the maximum amount lawfully payable (7 years annual salary) in accordance with the provisions
of the Corporations Act at the time the contract was entered into in 2009. The length of notice to be given by both parties on termination
is six months.
Page 36 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
4.0 DIRECTORS’ REPORT CONTINUED
The agreement with Mr Smith requires the provision of his services as General Manager – Finance and Administration and Company
Secretary of the Company and contains the following major provisions:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
No fixed term;
Current base salary of $261,000 exclusive of superannuation;
Eligible to receive a discretionary Short Term Incentive approved by the Board; and
Termination can be made by either Mr Smith or the Company by giving not less than three months’ notice.
The agreement with Mr Lawry requires the provision of his services as Chief Operating Officer of the Company and contains the following
major provisions:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
No fixed term;
Current base salary of $310,000 exclusive of superannuation;
Eligible to receive a discretionary Short Term Incentive approved by the Board; and
Termination can be made by either Mr Lawry or the Company by giving not less than three months’ notice.
The agreement with Mr von Perger requires the provision of his services as Exploration Manager of the Company and contains the following
major provisions:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
No fixed term;
Current base salary of $261,468 exclusive of superannuation plus car;
Eligible to receive a discretionary Short Term Incentive approved by the Board; and
Termination can be made by either Mr Von Perger or the Company by giving not less than three months’ notice.
The agreement with Mr Kempson requires the provision of his services as General Manager Strategy and Business Development of the
Company and contains the following major provisions:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
No fixed term;
Current base salary of $261,468 exclusive of superannuation;
Eligible to receive a discretionary Short Term Incentive approved by the Board; and
Termination can be made by either Mr Kempson or the Company by giving not less than three months’ notice.
Non-executive Directors, Stephen Dennis, Borden Putnam, Fiona Robertson and Mark Sawyer, received a fixed fee for their services as
directors. Non-executive Directors fees not exceeding an aggregate of $500,000 per annum have been approved by the Company in a general
meeting on the 5 June 2007. There are no termination or retirement benefits for non-executive Directors (other than statutory
superannuation).
In July 2016 year-end Bonuses were approved by the remuneration committee for W Taylor ($55,000), D Von Perger ($40,000), A Lawry
($40,000), S Smith ($40,000) and C Kempson ($40,000). These were granted based on an assessment of their performance in the year in
achieving key milestones and deliverables. They are disclosed as ‘Short-term benefits”; in the table below.
Other than outlined above, since the end of the previous financial year, no Director has received or become entitled to receive a benefit, other
than benefits disclosed in the financial statements.
2016
Short-term
-----------------benefits------------------
Cash salary Non-cash Short Term
Incentive
(1)
$
& fees
$
$
Post-employment
--------benefits-------
Super-
Retirement
annuation
$
$
321,000
90,000
367,000
76,650
70,000
70,262
Directors
I J Buchhorn
S B Dennis
W Taylor
B Putnam (2)
F Robertson
M Sawyer (2)
Key Management Personnel (“KMP”)
D von Perger
A Lawry
C Kempson
S Smith
261,468
310,000
261,468
261,000
2,266
-
-
-
-
-
10,041
-
-
-
-
-
55,000
-
-
-
40,000
40,000
40,000
40,000
30,495
8,550
63,300
-
6,650
-
28,639
33,250
28,639
28,595
Total
2,088,848
12,307
215,000
228,118
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Termination
payments
$
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Share-
based
payment
options
$
61,664
20,554
104,318
20,554
20,554
20,554
33,915
33,915
51,650
33,915
Total
$
415,425
119,104
589,618
97,204
97,204
90,816
374,063
417,165
381,757
363,510
401,593
2,945,866
(1)
(2)
Non cash benefits include the use of a Company owned car and fuel reimbursement
Mr Putnam and Mr Sawyer are not paid superannuation as they are non-residents of Australia
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 37
4.0 DIRECTORS’ REPORT CONTINUED
2015
Short-term
-----------------benefits------------------
Cash salary Non-cash Short Term
Incentive
(1)
$
& fees
$
$
Post-employment
--------benefits-------
Super-
Retirement
annuation
$
$
321,101
76,333
306,227
38,298
14,848
-
Directors
I J Buchhorn
S B Dennis
W Taylor
B Putnam (2)
F Robertson
M Sawyer (2)
Key Management Personnel (“KMP”)
D von Perger
A Lawry
C Kempson
S Smith
261,468
3,584
261,468
236,976
2,589
-
-
-
-
-
8,108
-
-
-
-
-
50,000
-
-
-
30,000
-
40,000
-
30,505
7,252
45,875
-
1,411
-
24,839
340
24,839
-
Total
1,520,303
10,697
120,000
135,061
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Termination
payments
$
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Share-
based
payment
options
$
-
-
78,998
-
-
-
-
-
50,763
-
Total
$
354,195
83,585
481,100
38,298
16,259
-
324,415
3,924
377,070
236,976
129,761
1,915,822
(1)
(2)
Non cash benefits include the use of a Company owned car and fuel reimbursement
Mr Putnam and Mr Sawyer are not paid superannuation as they are non-residents of Australia
Fair values for the options at grant date, as included in the previous table, were determined using Black and Scholes and/or Binomial models
that took into account the exercise price of the Option, the term of the Option, the vesting and performance criteria, the non-tradable nature
of the Option, the Share price at grant date and the expected price volatility of the underlying Share and the risk-free interest rate for the term
of the Option.
Share based payments included above for both the Directors and Key Management Personnel vest upon the achievement of milestones related
to the development, construction and performance of the Woodlawn mine and are therefore considered to be performance related.
Shares
Directors
I Buchhorn
S Dennis
W Taylor
B Putnam
F Robertson
M Sawyer
Key Management Personnel
A Lawry
D von Perger
C Kempson
S Smith
Held at Purchased
on market
1 July 2015
Sold
46,790,959
1,000,000
1,267,944
-
-
-
50,000
608,136
3,283,491
132,961
-
350,000
596,579
-
500,000
-
120,000
224,983
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Held at
30 June
2016
46,790,959
1,350,000
1,864,523
-
500,000
-
170,000
608,136
3,508,474
132,961
Page 38 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
4.0 DIRECTORS’ REPORT CONTINUED
Options
Directors
I Buchhorn
W Taylor
S Dennis
F Robertson
B Putnam
M Sawyer
Key Management Personnel
D von Perger
C Kempson
A Lawry
S Smith
Expiry Date
Exercise
Price
Held at
1 July 2015
Issued
Expired
/lapsed
7 September 2016
23 June 2016
4 December 2020
19 March 2016
20 November 2018
4 December 2020
4 December 2020
4 December 2020
4 December 2020
4 December 2020
23 June 2016
4 December 2020
5 March 2016
5 March 2017
5 March 2018
4 December 2020
4 December 2020
4 December 2020
$0.70
$0.31
$0.092
$0.37
$0.09
$0.092
$0.092
$0.092
$0.092
$0.092
$0.31
$0.092
$0.22
$0.27
$0.31
$0.092
$0.092
$0.092
5,000,000
1,000,000
-
858,369
858,369
-
-
-
-
-
1,000,000
-
1,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
-
-
-
-
-
3,000,000
-
-
4,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
-
1,650,000
-
-
-
1,650,000
1,650,000
1,650,000
-
(1,000,000)
-
(858,369)
-
-
-
-
-
(1,000,000)
-
(1,000,000)
-
-
-
-
-
Held at
30 June
2016
5,000,000(1)
-
3,000,000
-
858,369
4,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
-
1,650,000
-
1,000,000
1,000,000
1,650,000
1,650,000
1,650,000
11,716,738
17,600,000
(3,858,369)
25,458,369
(1)
The 5,000,000 options expired un-exercised in September 2016
Details of options held by Directors and Key Management Personnel affecting their remuneration are as follows:
Name
Grant
date
Vesting
date
Expiry
date
Exercise
price
Number
Performance
achieved
S Dennis
F Robertson
B Putnam
M Sawyer
I Buchhorn
D Von Perger
C Kempson
W Taylor
A Lawry
S Smith
5-Dec-15
5-Dec-15
5-Dec-15
5-Dec-15
5-Dec-15
5-Dec-15
5-Dec-15
3-Apr-13
3-Apr-13
5-Aug-14
5-Aug-14
5-Aug-14
5-Dec-15
5-Dec-15
5 Dec 15
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
5-Mar-15
5-Mar-16
20-Nov-14
20-Nov-15
20-Nov-16
n/a
n/a
n/a
4-Dec-20
4-Dec-20
4-Dec-20
4-Dec-20
4-Dec-20
4-Dec-20
4-Dec-20
5-Mar-17
5-Mar-18
20-Nov-18
20-Nov-18
20-Nov-18
4-Dec-20
4-Dec-20
4 Dec 20
0.092
0.092
0.092
0.092
0.092
0.092
0.092
0.27
0.31
0.09
0.09
0.09
0.092
0.092
0.092
1,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
3,000,000
1,650,000
1,650,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
286,123
286,123
286,123
4,000,000
1,650,000
1,650,000
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
No
No
No
Option
value at
grant date
%
vested
in year
0.059
0.059
0.059
0.059
0.059
0.059
0.059
0.07
0.076
0.1034
0.1034
0.1034
0.059
0.059
0.059
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
100%
100%
100%
100%
0%
0%
0%
0%
EMPLOYEE DIVERSITY
Women currently represent 31% of employees in the Company as a whole. There is currently one woman on the Board.
INSURANCE OF OFFICERS
During the financial year the Company has paid an insurance premium in respect of a Directors’ and Officers’ Liability Insurance Contract. The
insurance premium relates to liabilities that may arise from an officers position within the Company, with the exception of conduct involving
a willful breach of duty or improper use of information or position to gain personal advantage.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 39
4.0 DIRECTORS’ REPORT CONTINUED
The officers covered by the insurance policies are the Directors and Officers of the Company.
The contract of insurance prohibits the disclosure of the nature of the liabilities and the amount of premium.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
The Company has undertaken a thorough review of its Corporate Governance practices and policies in accordance with both the TSX and ASX
Corporate Governances Best Practices Recommendations. Following guidance from the ASX the Corporate Governance policy can be found
on our website in line with Listing Rule 4.10.3.
ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATION
The Consolidated Entity is subject to and compliant with all aspects of environmental regulation in respect of its exploration and development
activities. The Directors are not aware of any environmental regulation which is not being complied with.
ABORIGINAL CULTURE AND HERITAGE
The Consolidated Entity is subject to and compliant with all aspects of Aboriginal Heritage regulation in respect of its exploration and
development activities. The Directors are not aware of any regulation which is not being complied with. The Directors are committed to
cultural respect in undertaking business activities of the Company.
INDEMNITY AND INSURANCE OF OFFICERS
The company has indemnified the directors and executives of the Company for costs incurred, in their capacity as a director or executive, for
which they may be held personally liable, except where there is a lack of good faith.
During the financial year, the Company paid a premium in respect of a contract to insure the directors and executives of the company against
a liability to the extent permitted by the Corporations Act 2001. The contract of insurance prohibits disclosure of the nature of the liability and
the amount of the premium.
INDEMNIFICATION OF AUDITORS
To the extent permitted by law, the Company has agreed to indemnify its auditors, Ernst & Young Australia, as part of the terms of its audit
engagement agreement against claims by third parties arising from the audit (for an unspecified amount). No payment has been made to
indemnify Ernst & Young during or since the financial year.
NON-AUDIT SERVICES
The Consolidated Entity has not employed the auditor on any assignments additional to their statutory audit duties.
AUDITOR
The Audit Committee of the Company recommended the approval of Mr Scott Jarrett of Ernst & Young as auditor of the Company.
The Audit Committee is satisfied that the approval:
i)
ii)
is consistent with maintaining the quality of the audit provided to the company.
would not give rise to a conflict of interest situation (as defined in s324CD).
ROUNDING OFF
The Company is of a kind referred to in ASIC Class Order 2016/191 and in accordance with that Class Order, amounts in the financial report
and directors' report have been rounded off to the nearest thousand dollars, unless otherwise stated.
AUDITOR’S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION
A copy of the auditor's independence declaration as required under section 307C of the Corporations Act 2001 is set out on the following page.
Signed in accordance with a resolution of Directors
S Dennis
Chairman
Sydney, 24 August 2016
Page 40 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 41
5.0 Consolidated Financial Statements
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016
OTHER INCOME
Accountancy fees
Audit fees
Consultants expense
Depreciation expense
Directors fees
Employee benefits expense
Insurance expense
Legal fees
Equity settled share based payments
Rental Expenses
Other expenses from ordinary activities
Exploration expenditure expensed as incurred
Exploration expenditure written off
Investment gain/(loss)
(LOSS) FROM ORDINARY ACTIVITIES BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE
INCOME TAX EXPENSE
(LOSS) FROM ORDINARY ACTIVITIES AFTER INCOME TAX EXPENSE
(LOSS) ATTRIBUTABLE TO MEMBERS OF THE PARENT ENTITY
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Changes in market value of financial assets
TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE LOSS FOR THE YEAR
Basic earnings per Share
Diluted earnings per Share
Notes
2
3(a)
15(b)
3(b)
9
9
6
4
22
22
Consolidated Entity
2015
$'000
2016
$'000
1,081
(11)
(18)
-
(57)
(310)
(1,034)
(75)
(166)
(457)
(340)
(892)
(1,714)
(1,181)
921
(4,253)
-
(4,253)
(4,253)
-
(4,253)
$
(0.0104)
(0.0104)
1,137
(12)
(40)
(99)
(55)
(232)
(993)
(139)
(129)
(173)
(323)
(789)
(2,092)
-
(1,490)
(5,429)
-
(5,429)
(5,429)
-
(5,429)
$
(0.0162)
(0.0162)
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements
Page 42 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT 30 JUNE 2016
Consolidated Entity
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Investments
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS
NON-CURRENT ASSETS
Trade and other receivables
Investments
Property, plant and equipment
Exploration and evaluation costs carried forward
TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS
TOTAL ASSETS
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Trade and other payables
Provisions
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES
Provisions
TOTAL LIABILITIES
NET ASSETS
EQUITY
Contributed equity
Option reserve
Accumulated losses
TOTAL EQUITY
(1)
Re-stated - refer to Note 1 (y)
Notes
16(c)
5
7
6
8
9
10
11
12
2016
$'000
22,891
522
-
23,413
35
1,907
436
31,068
33,446
56,859
893
840
1,733
42
1,775
2015 (1)
$'000
24,015
362
-
24,377
35
2,328
493
27,119
29,975
54,352
1,461
740
2,201
-
2,201
1 July 2014
Re-stated (1)
32,915
337
1,359
34,611
35
3,321
58
4,578
7,922
42,603
281
560
841
-
841
55,084
52,151
41,762
13
15(b)
15(a)
138,409
935
(84,260)
55,084
131,680
522
(80,051)
52,151
116,035
582
(74,855)
41,762
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 43
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016
Notes
Issued
Capital
$’000
Accumulated
Losses
$’000
Option
Reserve
$’000
As at 30 June 2015 (1)
Total comprehensive income for the year
Issue of share capital
Option reserve write back
Cost of share based payments
As at 30 June 2016
13
15(a) & (b)
15(b)
As at 30 June 2014 (1)
Total comprehensive income for the year
Issue of share capital
Option reserve write back
Cost of share based payments
As at 30 June 2015
13
15(a) & (b)
15(b)
(1)
Re-stated. Refer to Note 1 (y)
131,680
-
6,729
-
-
(80,051)
(4,253)
-
44
-
138,409
(84,260)
116,035
-
15,645
-
-
(74,855)
(5,429)
-
233
-
131,680
(80,051)
522
-
-
(44)
457
935
582
-
-
(233)
173
522
Total
$’000
52,151
(4,253)
6,729
-
457
55,084
41,762
(5,429)
15,645
-
173
52,151
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements
Page 44 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASHFLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Interest received
Payments to suppliers
NET CASH USED IN OPERATING ACTIVITIES
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Exploration expenditure
Purchase of investments
Sale of investments
Acquisition of plant and equipment
Proceeds from sale of plant and equipment
NET CASH USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Proceeds from issue of shares
Cost of share issue
NET CASH PROVIDED BY FINANCING ACTIVITIES
NET INCREASE / (DECREASE) IN CASH HELD
Cash acquired via TriAusMin acquisition
Cash at the beginning of the reporting period
CASH AT THE END OF THE REPORTING PERIOD
Notes
16(a)
6
6
16(c)
Consolidated Entity
2015
$'000
2016
$'000
717
(2,765)
(2,048)
(7,456)
-
1,656
(18)
12
(5,806)
6,821
(91)
6,730
(1,124)
-
24,015
22,891
1,005
(2,930)
(1,925)
(6,882)
(427)
128
(122)
13
(7,290)
-
-
-
(9,215)
315
32,915
24,015
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 45
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTES TO AND FORMING PART OF THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016
NOTE 1.
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The Company is a public company limited by shares. The Company was incorporated in Western Australia.
The Company is a for profit entity for the purpose of preparing the financial statements.
The following is a summary of the material accounting policies adopted by Heron Resources Limited and its controlled entities (the Company)
in the preparation of the financial statements.
a)
Basis of preparation
The financial report is a general purpose financial report which has been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards
(AASB's) (including Australian interpretations) adopted by the Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) and the Corporations Act
2001.
The financial report complies with Australian Accounting Standards, which include Australian equivalents to International Financial
Reporting Standards (AIFRS).
In the application of AIFRS, management is required to make judgments, estimates and assumptions about carrying values of assets
and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical
experience and various factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis of
making judgment. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
The financial report has been prepared on a historical cost basis, except for financial assets designated as fair value through profit and
loss.
An additional statement of financial position as at 1 July 2014 is presented in these consolidated financial statements due to the
correction of an error retrospectively. Refer to Note 1 (y).
b)
Basis of consolidation
Subsidiaries are entities controlled by the Company. Control exists when the Company has power, directly or indirectly, to govern the
financial and operating policies of an entity so as to obtain benefits from its activities. The financial statements of the subsidiaries are
included in the consolidated financial statements from the date that control commences until the date that control ceases.
Investments in subsidiaries are carried at their cost of acquisition in the Company's financial statements.
The financial statements of subsidiaries are prepared for the same reporting period as the parent entity, using consistent accounting
policies.
All inter-company balances and transactions between entities in the Company, including any unrealised profits or losses, have been
eliminated on consolidation.
c)
Income tax
The income tax expense or revenue for the period is the tax payable on the current period's taxable income based on the notional income
tax rate for each jurisdiction adjusted by changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities attributable to temporary differences between
the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements, and to unused tax losses.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognised for temporary differences at the tax rates expected to apply when the assets are
recovered or liabilities are settled, based on those tax rates which are enacted or substantively enacted for each jurisdiction. The
relevant tax rates are applied to the cumulative amounts of deductible and taxable temporary differences to measure the deferred tax
asset or liability. An exception is made for certain temporary differences arising from the initial recognition of an asset or a liability.
No deferred tax asset or liability is recognised in relation to these temporary differences if they arose in a transaction, other than a
business combination, that at the time of the transaction did not affect either accounting profit or taxable profit or loss.
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 entity
has a legally enforceable right to offset and intends either to settle on a net basis, or to realise the asset and settle the liability at the
same time.
The resulting deferred tax assets of the Company are currently not recognised and included as an asset because recovery is considered
not probable in the next five years.
Heron Resources Limited and its wholly owned Australian controlled entities have implemented the tax consolidated legislation as of
1 July 2003.
Page 46 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 1. STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED
d)
Segment reporting
A segment is a distinguishable component of the Company that is engaged in the minerals industry in Australia. The Company's
activities are divided into five main categories and this information is presented on the same basis as the internal reports provided to
the Chief Operating Decision Makers (‘CODM’). The CODM is responsible for the allocation of resources to operating segments and
assessing their performance. The CODM reviews segmental information on a monthly basis vs budget. The accounting policies adopted
for internal reporting are consistent with those adopted in the financial statements.
Woodlawn – Tenements related to the Woodlawn Underground Project (WUP), Woodlawn Retreatment Project (WRP) and Woodlawn
Exploration Project (WEP).
Lewis Ponds – Tenements relating to the Lewis Ponds Project.
KNP - Tenements related to the Kalgoorlie Nickel Project.
Exploration - Tenements not KNP, Lewis Ponds or Woodlawn related.
Corporate – Corporate activity.
e)
Revenue recognition
Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable. Amounts disclosed as revenue are net of returns,
duties and taxes paid. The main revenue is interest received, which is recognised on an accrual basis using the effective interest rate
method.
f)
Property, plant and equipment
Items of property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation (see below) and impairment losses where
applicable.
Where parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, they are accounted for as separate items of
property, plant and equipment.
Depreciation and amortisation on assets is calculated using the straight-line method to allocate their cost or revalued amounts, net of
their residual values, over their estimated useful lives, are as follows:
Motor Vehicles 3-5 years
Fixtures and Fittings
5-15 years
Plant and Equipment
5-15 years
Land and Buildings
15-25 years
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 Company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All
other repairs and maintenance are charged to the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income during the financial period
in which they are incurred.
g)
Exploration, evaluation, development and restoration costs
Exploration, evaluation and development expenditure incurred is expensed immediately unless it relates to a specific project in which
case it is carried forward to the extent that it is expected to be recouped through the successful development of the area, or by its sale.
During 2016 all expenses capitalised relate to the Woodlawn project.
Accumulated costs in relation to an abandoned area are written off in full against profit in the year in which the decision to abandon
the area is made.
Accumulated costs are not carried forward in respect of any area of interest unless rights to tenure of that area are current.
Restoration costs that are expected to be incurred are provided for as part of the cost of the exploration, evaluation and development
phases that give rise to the need for restoration.
h)
Investments
Initial recognition and measurement
Financial assets are classified, at initial recognition, as financial assets at fair value through profit or loss, loans and receivables, held-
to-maturity investments, AFS financial assets, or as derivatives designated as hedging instruments in an effective hedge as appropriate.
All financial assets are recognised initially at fair value plus, in the case of financial assets not recorded at fair value through profit or
loss, transaction costs that are attributable to the acquisition of the financial asset.
Purchase or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within a time frame established by regulation or convention in the
market place (regular way trades) are recognised on the trade date, ie the date that the Group commits to purchase or sell the asset.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 47
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 1. STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED
Subsequent measurement
For purposes of subsequent measurement, financial assets are classified in four categories:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss
Loans and receivables
Held-to-maturity investments
AFS financial assets
Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss
Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss include financial assets held for trading and financial assets designated upon initial
recognition at fair value through profit or loss. Financial assets are classified as held for trading if they are acquired for the purpose of
selling or repurchasing in the near term. Derivatives, including separated embedded derivatives, are also classified as held for trading
unless they are designated as effective hedging instruments as defined by IAS 39. Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss
are carried in the statement of financial position at fair value with net changes in fair value presented as finance costs (negative net
changes in fair value) or finance income (positive net changes in fair value) in the statement of profit or loss.
Trade and other receivables
Trade and other receivables are stated at their cost and are due for settlement no more than 30 days from the date of invoicing.
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents includes cash on hand, deposits held at call with the banks, other short term liquid investments with original
maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts, if any, are shown within short-term borrowings on the
statement of financial position.
i)
j)
k)
Impairment
Assets that have an indefinite useful life are not subject to amortisation and are tested annually for impairment. Assets that are subject
to amortisation are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not
be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the asset's carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount.
The recoverable amount is the higher of an asset's fair value less cost of disposal 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 (cash generating units).
During the year, the Company decided to write down the carrying value of the KNP by $1,181,000. This written down value reflects the
recoverable amount value of KNP immediately prior to its transfer into Ardea (see Note 24 Subsequent Events for more information).
l)
Employee benefits
(i)
Wages and salaries, annual leave
Liabilities for wages and salaries and annual leave are recognised as employee benefits in respect of employees' services up to the
reporting date and are measured at the amounts to be paid when the liabilities are settled.
(ii)
Long service leave
The liability for long service leave is recognised in the provision for employee benefits and measured as the present value of expected
future payments to be made in respect of services provided by employees up to the reporting date. Consideration is given to expected
future wage and salary levels, experience of employee departures and periods of service and final average salary.
m)
Share-based payment transactions
The Company provides benefits to the Directors and employees of the Company in the form of share-based payment transactions,
whereby services are rendered in exchange for shares or rights over shares ("Equity-settled transactions").
An Employee Share Option Plan ("ESOP") provides benefits to Directors, employees and consultants.
The cost of these equity-settled transactions is measured by reference to fair value at the date at which they are granted. The fair value
is determined by using either the Black-Scholes or Binomial model.
In valuing equity-settled transactions, no account is taken of any performance conditions, other than conditions linked to the price of
the shares of Heron Resources Limited ("market conditions").
The cost of equity-settled securities is recognised, together with a corresponding increase in equity, over the period in which the
performance conditions are fulfilled, ending on the date on which the relevant individual becomes fully entitled to the award ("vesting
date").
Where the Company acquires some form of interest in an exploration tenement or an exploration area of interest and the consideration
comprises share-based payment transactions, the fair value of the equity instruments granted is measured at grant date. The cost of
equity securities is recognised within capitalised mineral exploration and evaluation expenditure, together with a corresponding
increase in equity.
Page 48 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 1. STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED
n)
Provisions
Provisions for legal claims and service warranties are recognised when: the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation as a
result of past events; it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation; and the amount has been
reliably estimated. Provisions are not recognised for future operating losses.
Where there are a number of similar obligations, the likelihood that an outflow will be required in settlement is determined by
considering the class of obligations as a whole. A provision is recognised even if the likelihood of an outflow with respect to any one
item included in the same class of obligations may be small.
o)
Trade and other payables
Trade and other payables are stated at cost. The amounts are unsecured and are usually paid on 30 days.
p)
Dividends
No dividends have been paid or proposed during or since the end of the year.
q)
Goods and services tax
Revenue, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of goods and services tax (GST), except where the amount of GST
incurred is not recoverable from the taxation authority. In these circumstances, the GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition
of the asset or as part of the expense.
Receivables and payables are stated with the amount of GST included. The net amount of GST recoverable from, or payable to the ATO
is included as a current asset or liability in the statement of financial position.
Cash flows are included in the statement of cash flows on a gross basis. The GST components of cash flows arising from investing and
financing activities which are recoverable from, or payable to the ATO are classified as operating cash flows.
r)
Contributed equity
Incremental costs directly attributed to the issue of new shares or options are shown in the equity as a deduction, net of tax, from the
proceeds. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or options, or for the acquisition of a business, are included
in the cost of the acquisition as part of the purchase consideration.
s)
Critical accounting estimates and assumptions
Estimates and judgments are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors, including expectations of
future events that may have a financial impact on the entity and that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances.
The Company makes estimates and assumptions concerning the future. The resulting accounting estimates will, by definition, seldom
equal the related actual results.
t)
Significant accounting judgments, estimates and assumptions
The carrying amounts of certain assets and liabilities are often determined based on estimates and assumptions of future events. The
key estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of causing material adjustment to the carrying amounts of certain assets and
liabilities within the next annual reporting period are:
Capitalisation of exploration and evaluation expenditure
Under AASB 6 Exploration for and Evaluation of Mineral Resources the Group has the option to either expense exploration and
evaluation expenditure as incurred or to capitalise such expenditure provided that certain conditions are satisfied. The Group's policy is
outlined in note 1 (g).
Impairment of non-current assets
Non-current assets are reviewed for impairment if there is any indication that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. Where a
review for impairment is conducted, the recoverable amount is assessed by reference to the higher of 'value in use' (being net present
value of expected future cash flows of the relevant cash generating unit) and 'fair value less costs of disposal'.
Share based payment transactions
The Group measures the cost of equity-settled transactions with employees by reference to the fair value of the equity instruments at
the date at which they are granted. The fair value is determined by using either the Black-Scholes or Binomial methodology.
New accounting standards and interpretations
The Australian Accounting Standards Board has published various pronouncements that are not mandatory for the 30 June 2016
reporting period. The Company has reviewed all these pronouncements and assessed their applicability and the likely impact on the
Company’s accounting policies. All new, revised or amended standards that are mandatory for the current period have been adopted
and that none have had a material impact. While several pronouncements do not apply to the Company’s current activities the expected
impact of those relevant to the Company are set out below:
AASB 9 Financial Instruments and its consequential amendments. The consolidated entity will adopt this standard and the amendments
from 1 July 2018 and it is unlikely to affect the Company.
AASB 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers. The consolidated entity will adopt this standard from 1 July 2018 but the impact of
its adoption is yet to be assessed by the consolidated entity.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 49
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 1. STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED
u)
Capital risk management
The Group's and the parent entity's objectives when managing capital are to safeguard their ability to continue as a going concern, so
that they can continue to fund exploration activities and develop or secure access to a cash producing asset.
Consistent with others in the industry, the Group and the parent entity monitor capital on the basis of working capital requirements.
During 2016 the Group's strategy, which was unchanged from 2015, was to maintain a current account balance sufficient to meet the
Company's day to day expenses with the balance held in term deposits.
v)
Business combinations
The acquisition method of accounting is used to account for business combinations regardless of whether equity instruments or other
assets are acquired.
The consideration transferred is the sum of the acquisition-date fair values of the assets transferred, equity instruments issued or
liabilities incurred by the acquirer to former owners of the acquiree and the amount of any non-controlling interest in the acquiree. For
each business combination, the non-controlling interest in the acquiree is measured at either fair value or at the proportionate share of
the acquiree's identifiable net assets. All acquisition costs are expensed as incurred to profit or loss.
On the acquisition of a business, the consolidated entity assesses the financial assets acquired and liabilities assumed for appropriate
classification and designation in accordance with the contractual terms, economic conditions, the consolidated entity's operating or
accounting policies and other pertinent conditions in existence at the acquisition-date.
Business combinations are initially accounted for on a provisional basis. The acquirer retrospectively adjusts the provisional amounts
recognised and also recognises additional assets or liabilities during the measurement period, based on new information obtained about
the facts and circumstances that existed at the acquisition-date. The measurement period ends on either the earlier of (i) 12 months
from the date of the acquisition or (ii) when the acquirer receives all the information possible to determine fair value.
y)
Correction of prior year error
As at 30 June 2016, the Company has concluded that the 5,000,000 options issued to Mr I Buchhorn will never be vested and the
adjustment should have been made during the year ended 30 June 2014. Accordingly the Share Based payment expense relating to
these options has been reversed as a credit to Accumulated Losses. This has been adjusted through the Options Reserve ($244,918)
and the Accumulated Losses ($1,859,364) as at 1 July 2014. This adjustment does not have an impact on the current year Loss.
NOTE 2.
OTHER INCOME
Gain / (Loss) on disposal of fixed assets
Gain / (Loss) on sale of investments
Interest received - other persons/corporations
Bonus issue of AYC options
Proceeds from disposal of interest in Rocky Gully (1)
Proceeds from disposal of interest in Overflow (2)
Sundry income
Total revenues from continuing activities
Consolidated Entity
2015
$'000
2016
$'000
(6)
35
717
-
288
26
21
1,081
5
30
945
110
-
47
1,137
(1)
(2)
On 2 July 2015, the shareholders of Metalicity (formerly PLD Corporation Ltd) voted in favour of the company acquiring 90% of Heron’s
Rocky Gully Project. In consideration, Heron were issued 14,375,000 Metalicity shares valued at 2 cents per share which are escrowed
for 1 year.
On 30 May 2016, the company announced it had entered into a Farm in agreement with Alchemy Resources Ltd over its Overflow, Eurow
and Girilambone projects. In consideration, Heron received 2,000,000 shares in Alchemy which are escrowed for 1 year and 2,500,000
options with a 3 year term and an exercise price of $0.10.
NOTE 3.
OPERATING EXPENSES
The profit / (loss) before income tax expense has been determined after charging a number of items including the following:
a)
Depreciation expense
Plant & equipment
Office equipment & furniture
Motor vehicles
Page 50 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
(7)
(46)
(4)
(57)
(16)
(36)
(3)
(55)
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 3. OPERATING EXPENSES CONTINUED
b)
Other expenses includes the following:
Payroll tax
Stock exchange (ASX and TSX)
Travel & accommodation
Office expenses and supplies
Computer support services
Report expenses and printing
Conferences and seminars
Investor Research and Relations
Miscellaneous expenses
Total other expenses
NOTE 4.
INCOME TAX
a)
Temporary differences carried forward
Current Tax
Deferred tax
Consolidated Entity
2015
$'000
2016
$'000
(31)
(94)
(122)
(106)
(88)
(67)
(22)
(284)
(78)
(892)
-
-
-
(21)
(229)
(137)
(98)
(81)
(34)
(38)
(96)
(55)
(789)
-
-
-
The Heron Resources Limited group of companies was tax consolidated on 1 July 2003 and during the year the Company entered into a tax
sharing and/or tax funding agreements with its members.
The parent entity made a tax loss and on consolidation the group made a tax loss. The parent and the subsidiaries have substantial tax
losses carried forward.
The Directors are of the view that there is insufficient probability that the parent entity and its subsidiaries will derive sufficient income in
the foreseeable future to justify recognising the tax losses and temporary differences as deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities.
Heron Resources Limited is the head entity for the group.
b)
Numerical reconciliation of income tax expense to prima facie tax payable is as follow:
Profit (loss) from operations before income tax expense
Tax at Australian tax rates of 28.5% (2015 30%)
Tax effect of permanent differences
Tax effect of equity raising costs debited to equity
Over or under provision from previous years
Tax effect of tax losses and temporary differences not recognised
Income tax expense
Consolidated Entity
2015
$'000
2016
$'000
(4,253)
(1,212)
(119)
(6)
-
1,337
-
(5,429)
(1,628)
557
-
-
1,071
-
c)
d)
There is no amount of tax benefit recognised in equity as the tax effect of temporary differences has not been booked.
Tax Losses - Revenue
Unused tax losses for which no tax loss has been booked as a DTA
adjusted for non temporary differences
Potential tax benefit at 30%
97,218
29,165
89,721
26,916
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 51
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 4. INCOME TAX CONTINUED
e)
Unrecognised temporary differences
Non deductible amounts as temporary differences
Accelerated deductions for book compared to tax
Total at 100%
Potential effect on future tax expense for temporary differences at 30%
f)
There are no franking credits available for future years.
NOTE 5.
TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES – CURRENT
Prepayments
Accrued interest
Goods & services tax paid
Sundry Debtors
Consolidated Entity
2015
$'000
2016
$'000
881
(1,002)
(121)
(36)
75
56
82
309
522
(7,183)
7,555
372
(112)
13
96
86
167
362
NOTE 6.
INVESTMENTS IN ENTITIES - NON CURRENT
A1 Consolidated Gold Limited (AYC) is an Australian listed public exploration company with 552,689,252 fully paid ordinary shares on
issue. Heron holds 30,366,666 fully paid shares at 30 June 2016, which have been valued at the closing price of $0.02 on that day. Heron
also holds 10,955,556 options exercisable for $0.03 expiring 30 November 2019 which have been valued at the closing price of $0.006 per
option as at 30 June 2016 (refer Note 2).
Golden Cross Resources Limited (GCR) is an Australian listed public exploration company with 101,613,227 fully paid ordinary shares on
issue. During the year Heron sold its entire holding of 19,047,529 fully paid shares realising cash proceeds of $1,571,000.
Metalicity Limited ((MCT) is an Australian listed public exploration company with 430,669,654 fully paid ordinary shares on issue. Heron
holds 14,375,000 fully paid shares at 30 June 2016, which have been valued at the closing price of $0.07 on that day.
During the year, the company sold 1,875,000 shares in Metalicity at an average price of $0.03 per share.
Alchemy Resources Ltd (ALY) is an Australian listed public exploration company with 230,788,035 shares on issue. During the year, the
Company entered into a Farm in agreement with Alchemy Resources Ltd over its Overflow, Eurow and Girilambone projects. In
consideration, Heron received 2,000,000 shares in Alchemy which are escrowed for 1 year and 2,500,000 options with a 3 year term and an
exercise price of $0.10 (nil value ascribed). The Alchemy shares that the Company owns have been initially recognised at the price of
$0.013 on the date of issued (30 May 2016) and then re-valued at closing price of $0.025 as at 30 June 2016.
Newamu IP Holdings Pty Ltd is a subsidiary of The Simulus Group Pty Ltd in which Ardea Resources Pty Ltd formerly (Kalgoorlie Nickel
Project Pty Ltd) has invested $178,000. The investment is carried at cost which is deemed to equal fair value. The investment in Newamu
will be transferred into Ardea Resources Ltd.
Investments in other entities at fair value
A1 Consolidated Gold Limited
Golden Cross Resources Limited
Metalicity Limited
Newamu Pty Ltd
Alchemy Resources Ltd
Page 52 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
30 June 2016
$'000
30 June 2015
$'000
673
-
1,006
178
50
1,907
1,122
953
75
178
-
2,328
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 6. INVESTMENTS IN ENTITIES - NON CURRENTS CONTINUED
Movement in investments
A1 Consolidated Gold Limited
Opening carrying value 30 June 2015 (shares and options)
Investment - Shares
Mark to market - Shares
Sold on market - Shares
Opening value – Options
Mark to market - Options
Closing carrying value 30 June 2016
Golden Cross Resources Limited
Opening carrying value 30 June 2015
Sold on market - Shares
Investment – Shares
Mark to market - Shares
Gain on market sale
Closing carrying value 30 June 2016
Metalicity Limited
Opening carrying value 30 June 2015
Proceeds from issue of shares for Rocky Gully
Sold - Shares
Mark to market - Shares
Closing carrying value 30 June 2016
Newamu Pty Ltd
Opening carrying value 30 June 2015
Investment
Closing carrying value 30 June 2016
Alchemy Resources Limited
Opening carrying value 30 June 2015
Proceeds from issue of shares for Overflow Farm In
Mark to market - Shares
Closing carrying value 30 June 2016
Summary
Opening carrying value 30 June 2015
Investment - cash
Proceeds from sale of tenements/Farm-ins
Bonus issue of options
Sold – Shares
Mark to market - Shares and options
Closing carrying value 30 June
2016
$'000
1,122
-
(304)
(47)
-
(98)
673
953
(1,571)
-
-
618
-
75
288
(38)
681
1,006
178
-
178
-
26
24
50
2,328
-
314
-
(1,656)
921
1,907
2015
$'000
1,441
200
(644)
(39)
110
54
1,122
1,880
-
15
(942)
-
953
34
-
-
41
75
-
178
178
-
-
-
-
3,321
427
-
110
(39)
(1,491)
2,328
NOTE 7.
TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES - NON CURRENT
Employee loans
Consolidated Entity
2015
$'000
2016
$'000
35
35
35
35
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 53
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 8.
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
2016
$'000
2015
$'000
Plant and equipment at cost
Accumulated depreciation
Office equipment & furniture at cost
Accumulated depreciation
Motor vehicles at cost
Accumulated depreciation
Land and buildings at cost
Accumulated depreciation
Total property, plant and equipment
Reconciliation (1)
Plant and equipment:
Carrying amount at 1 July 2015
Additions
Disposals
Depreciation Expense
Carrying value at 30 June 2016
Office equipment and furniture:
Carrying amount at 1 July 2015
Additions
Disposals
Depreciation Expense
Carrying value at 30 June 2016
Motor vehicles:
Carrying amount at 1 July 2015
Additions
Disposals
Depreciation Expense
Carrying value at 30 June 2016 (1)
Land and buildings:
Carrying amount at 1 July 2015
Additions
Disposals
Depreciation Expense
Carrying value at 30 June 2016
(1)
Minor rounding required within reconciliation.
Page 54 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
333
(311)
22
911
(841)
70
229
(210)
19
325
-
325
436
22
7
-
(7)
22
106
9
(2)
(43)
70
24
-
-
(4)
19
341
2
(18)
-
325
327
(305)
22
901
(795)
106
229
(205)
24
341
-
341
493
24
14
-
(16)
22
34
110
-
(36)
108
-
34
(7)
(3)
24
-
341
-
-
341
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 9.
EXPLORATION, EVALUATION AND DEVELOPMENT COSTS CARRIED FORWARD
Balance brought forward
Acquisition costs
Exploration and evaluation costs incurred - Woodlawn
Exploration and evaluation costs incurred – other projects
Exploration and evaluation expensed as incurred
Exploration and evaluation costs from TriAusMin merger
Exploration and evaluation impairment (1)
R&D Tax incentive received
Balance carried forward
30 June 2016
$'000
30 June 2015
$'000
27,119
-
7,432
1,714
(1,714)
-
(1,181)
(2,302)
31,068
4,578
29
5,906
2,618
(2,092)
16,730
-
(650)
27,119
(1)
On 10 August 2016, the Company announced the spin-out of the non Woodlawn assets into a separate company called Ardea. The
Capitalised exploration assets that are to be spun-out of the Company into the Ardea IPO are Lewis Ponds and KNP. The value of the
Ardea assets immediately prior to the IPO capital raise is expected to be approximately $8.3M. This value is equivalent to the number
of Ardea shares that existing Heron shareholders will receive under the proposed 1 for 10 “in specie distribution” being 41.5M shares
multiplied by the IPO price of $0.20 cents per share. Accordingly the KNP asset has been impaired by $1.181M, thereby giving a
valuation of $8.3M when combined with the carrying value of Lewis Ponds. Lewis Ponds has not been impaired as it is considered to
be the premier asset in Ardea. The proposed IPO price of $0.20 per share is subject to change depending upon market conditions.
The ultimate recoupment of costs carried forward is dependent upon the successful development and/or commercial exploitation or
alternatively, sale of respective areas of interest. Refer to Note 24 - Subsequent Events for more information.
Balance brought forward
Exploration expenditure
Capitalised Exploration expenditure
Exploration and evaluation expensed as incurred
Exploration and evaluation impairment
R&D refund received
Balance carried forward
Woodlawn
$'000
17,638
-
7,432
-
-
(2,302)
22,768
Lewis
Ponds
$'000
4,903
169
-
(169)
-
-
4,903
KNP
Exploration
Total
$'000
4,578
927
-
(927)
(1,181)
-
3,397
$'000
-
618
-
(618)
-
-
-
$'000
27,119
1,714
7,432
(1,714)
(1,181)
(2,302)
31,068
NOTE 10.
TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES – CURRENT
Trade creditors and accruals - Exploration activities
Trade creditors and accruals - Other
Trade creditors are non-interest bearing and are normally settled on 30 day terms.
NOTE 11.
PROVISIONS – CURRENT
Employee entitlements
Annual Leave
Long Service Leave
Provision for rehabilitation
Consolidated Entity
2015
$'000
2016
$'000
329
564
893
426
384
30
840
1,187
274
1,461
377
333
30
740
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 55
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 12.
PROVISIONS – NON CURRENT
Employee entitlements
Long Service Leave
Consolidated Entity
2015
$'000
2016
$'000
42
42
-
-
NOTE 13.
CONTRIBUTED EQUITY
Ordinary shares are fully paid and have no par value. They entitle the holder to participate in dividends and the proceeds on winding up of
the Company in proportion to the number of and amounts paid on the shares. On a show of hands every holder of ordinary shares present at
a meeting in person or by proxy, is entitled to one vote, and upon a poll each share is entitled to one vote.
Issue of ordinary shares
Opening balance
Issue of shares (1)
Closing balance
30 June 2016
Shares
30 June 2015
Shares
30 June 2016
$’000
30 June 2015
$’000
360,877,723
54,131,658
415,009,381
252,985,787
107,891,936
360,877,723
131,680
6,729
138,409
116,035
15,645
131,680
(1)
On 17 August 2015, the company issued shares to Greenstone Resources via a placement.
Refer to Note 23 for further information on Options issued by the Company.
NOTE 14.
SEGMENT REPORTING
Segmental information for consolidated statement of comprehensive income:
Year ended June 2016
Corporate Woodlawn Lewis Ponds
Sale of fixed assets (loss)
Sale of investments
Interest received - other persons/corporations
Proceeds from Rocky Gully
Proceeds from Overflow
Sundry Income
Total revenues
Depreciation
Exploration expenditure expensed as incurred
Impairment of Exploration expenditure
Other expenses
Profit / (loss)
$'000
-
35
717
288
26
21
1,087
(40)
-
-
(2,382)
(1,335)
$'000
(6)
-
-
-
(6)
(17)
-
-
(23)
$'000
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(169)
-
(169)
KNP
$'000
-
-
-
-
-
(927)
(1,181)
-
(2,108)
Exploration
$'000
-
-
-
-
-
-
(618)
-
-
(618)
Total
$'000
(6)
35
717
288
26
21
1,081
(57)
(1,714)
(1,181)
(2,382)
(4,253)
Page 56 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 14. SEGMENT REPORTING CONTINUED
Year ended June 2015
Corporate Woodlawn Lewis Ponds
Sale of fixed assets
Sale of investments
Interest received - other persons/corporations
Option fee
Sundry Income
Total revenues
Depreciation
Exploration expenditure expensed as incurred
Impairment of exploration expenditure
Other expenses
Profit / (loss)
$'000
-
30
945
110
41
1,126
(30)
-
-
(4,419)
(3,323)
$'000
5
-
-
-
5
(11)
-
-
-
(6)
$'000
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(205)
-
(205)
Segmental information for consolidated statement of comprehensive income:
Balance at June 2016
Corporate Woodlawn Lewis Ponds
Total current assets
Property, plant and equipment
Exploration and evaluation costs carried forward
Investment
Other non-current assets
Total non-current assets
$'000
23,413
26
-
1,907
35
1,968
$'000
-
56
22,768
-
22,824
$'000
-
325
4,903
-
5,228
KNP
$'000
-
-
-
-
6
6
(586)
-
-
(580)
KNP
$'000
-
-
3,397
-
3,397
Exploration
$'000
-
-
-
-
-
-
(14)
(1,301)
-
-
(1,315)
Total
$'000
5
30
945
110
47
1,137
(55)
(2,092)
-
(4,419)
(5,429)
Exploration
$'000
-
Total
$'000
23,413
29
-
-
29
29
436
31,068
1,907
35
34,446
56,859
Total assets
Total liabilities
25,381
22,824
5,228
3,397
1,248
246
-
281
1,775
Balance at June 2015
Corporate Woodlawn Lewis Ponds
Total current assets
Property, plant and equipment
Exploration and evaluation costs carried forward
Other non-current assets
Total non-current assets
$'000
24,377
95
-
2,363
2,458
$'000
-
44
17,638
-
17,682
$'000
-
325
4,903
-
5,228
KNP
$'000
-
-
4,578
-
4,578
Total assets
Total liabilities
26,835
17,682
5,228
4,578
1,014
1,039
61
-
Exploration
$'000
-
Total
$'000
24,377
29
-
-
29
29
87
493
27,119
2,363
29,975
54,352
2,201
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 57
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 15. ACCUMULATED LOSSES AND RESERVES
a)
Accumulated Losses
Balance at the beginning of the year
Write back of expense for expired/lapsed options
Net profit/(loss)
Balance at end of the year
The Company has retained a loss as at 30 June 2016.
b)
Option Reserve
Balance at the beginning of the year
Cost of share based payments
Write back lapsed options expense
Balance at end of the year
Consolidated Entity
2015
$'000
2016
$'000
(80,051)
44
(4,253)
(84,260)
522
457
(44)
935
(74,855)
233
(5,429)
(80,051)
582
173
(233)
522
The option reserve is used to recognise the fair value of options issued and expensed over the vesting period and credited to this reserve.
The shares will reverse against the share capital when the underlying options are exercised.
NOTE 16.
CASH FLOW STATEMENTS
a)
Reconciliation of operating loss after income tax to the net cash flows from operations:
Operating loss after income tax
Add/(less)
Exploration and evaluation costs written off
Depreciation
Impairment of Exploration expenses
Share based payments
Non cash proceeds from disposal of interest in Rocky Gully and Overflow
(Profit)/loss on sale of shares
(Profit)/loss on sale of fixed assets
(Profit)/loss on option
Investment (gain)/loss
Increase/(decrease) in prepayments and debtors
Increase/(decrease) in accrued interest and GST receivable
(Increase)/decrease in creditors, accruals and provisions
b)
c)
During the year there were no non cash transactions.
Reconciliation of Cash
Cash on hand and at bank
Closing cash balance
(4,253)
(5,674)
1,714
57
1,181
457
(314)
(35)
6
-
(921)
204
(43)
(101)
(2,048)
2,092
55
-
418
-
(30)
(5)
(110)
1,490
24
1
(186)
(1,925)
22,891
22,891
24,015
24,015
Cash security for environmental bonds of $114,000 (2015 : $114,000) is included in cash on hand and at bank. This is not available to the
Company for ordinary activities.
Property bonds of $48,865 (2015: $48,865) are included in cash on hand and at bank. This amount is held as a security term deposit and is
not available to the Company for ordinary activities.
Page 58 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 17.
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
The Directors of the Company during the financial year were:
Non-Executive Directors
Stephen Bruce Dennis
Fiona Robertson
Borden Putnam III
Mark Sawyer (appointed 19 August 2015)
Executive Directors
Wayne Taylor
Ian James Buchhorn
The Key Management Personnel other than Executive Directors for the financial year were (for full year unless stated):
Chief Operating Officer
Andrew Lawry
General Manager - Finance and Company Secretary
Simon Smith
General Manager - Exploration Manager
David von Perger
General Manager - Strategy and Business Development
Charlie Kempson
Short-term
-----------------benefits------------------
Cash salary Non-cash Short Term
Incentive
(1)
$
& fees
$
$
Post-employment
--------benefits-------
Retirement
Super-
annuation
$
$
Directors
& KMP 2016
Directors
& KMP 2015
2,088,848
12,307
215,000
228,118
1,520,303
10,697
120,000
135,061
-
-
Termination
payments
$
-
-
Share-
based
payment
options
$
Total
$
401,593
2,945,866
129,761
1,915,822
Other related party transactions during the financial year were:
(cid:129)
Payment of $69,364 (2015 : $114,135) to an entity related to Mr IJ Buchhorn for the provision of office accommodation on normal
commercial terms and conditions.
Heron Resources Limited is the ultimate parent entity. Heron Resources Limited is a listed public company incorporated and domiciled in
Australia. Ownership interest in the controlled entities is as set out in Note 21.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 59
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 18.
FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
a)
b)
The carrying value of financial assets and liabilities approximates fair value.
Financial risk management
The Company's activities expose it to a variety of financial risks; market risk (fair value interest rate risk and price risk), credit risk,
liquidity risk and cash flow interest rate risk. The Company's overall risk management program focuses on the unpredictability of
financial markets and seeks to minimise potential adverse effects on the financial performance of the Company.
(i)
Market risk
Price risk
The Company is exposed to equity securities price risk. This arises from investments held by the Group and classified on the statement
of financial position either as available-for-sale or at fair value through profit or loss. The Company is not directly exposed to commodity
price risk although the potential economics of projects it is exploring and evaluating are affected by commodity prices.
(ii)
Foreign exchange risk
The Company has a limited number of suppliers that invoice in foreign currencies and therefore foreign exchange risk is minimal.
(iii)
Credit risk
The maximum credit risk is total current assets of which the vast majority is cash which is all A1+ rated.
(iv)
Liquidity risk
Prudent liquidity risk management implies maintaining sufficient cash and marketable securities, the availability of funding through an
adequate amount of committed credit facilities and the ability to close-out market positions.
(v)
Cash flow and fair value interest rate risk
As the Company has no interest-bearing liabilities, the Group's cash out flows are not exposed to changes in market interest rates. The
Group maintains a current account balance sufficient to meet day to day expenses with the balance held in A1+ rated commercial paper
investments or term deposits.
(vi
Determination of fair values
A number of the Company’s accounting policies and disclosures require the determination of fair value, for both financial and non-
financial assets and liabilities. Fair values have been determined for measurement and/or disclosure purposes based on the following
methods. When applicable, further information about the assumptions made in determining fair values is disclosed in the notes specific
to that asset or liability.
NOTE 19. AUDITORS' REMUNERATION
Amounts received or due and receivable for:
Butler Settineri (Audit) Pty Ltd - Audit services
Ernst & Young – Audit services
NOTE 20.
COMMITMENTS FOR EXPENDITURE
a)
Exploration Commitments
Consolidated Entity
2015
$'000
2016
$'000
-
49
40
-
In order to maintain current rights of tenure to exploration and mining tenements, the Company estimates the following annual
discretionary exploration expenditure requirements up until expiry or relinquishment of the mining tenure. Due to the Company's
operation in exploring and evaluating areas of interest, exploration expenditure beyond twelve months cannot be reliably determined.
These obligations are not provided for in the financial statements and are payable based on granted tenements:
Not later than 1 year
2,435
2,920
If the Company decides to relinquish certain leases and/or does not meet these obligations, assets recognised in the statement of
financial position may require review to determine the appropriateness of carrying values. The sale, transfer or farm-out of exploration
rights to third parties will reduce or extinguish these obligations. Those amounts detailed above include expenditure commitments
which are the responsibility of earn-in / joint venture partners. If those joint venture partners continue to meet the expenditure
commitments under respective joint venture / earn-in agreements, the estimates detailed above will reduce.
If the Company is able to successfully spin out the non Woodlawn assets into Ardea, this number will reduce to $432K.
Page 60 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 20. COMMITMENTS FOR EXPENDITURE CONTINUED
b)
Operating Lease Commitments
The Company has leased two office premises under non-cancellable operating leases for periods of five years and one year. Lease
amounts include a base amount, plus variable outgoings and car parking and are subject to an annual rent review by way of the
consumer price index at the time of review. The Company's Perth office moved in July 2016 and the Company's Sydney office lease is
due to expire in September 2016.
Consolidated Entity
2015
$'000
2016
$'000
Not later than 1 year
Later than 1 year but not later than 5 years
Later than 5 years
c)
Capital Commitments
The Company has no capital commitments at 30 June 2016.
NOTE 21.
INVESTMENTS IN CONTROLLED ENTITIES
13
-
-
294
13
-
Name of
Entity
Country of
Registration
Class of
Shares
Cost of Consolidated
Entity’s Investment
2015
2016
Hampton Nickel Pty Limited
Ochre Resources Pty Limited
Atriplex Pty Limited
Yerilla Nickel Pty Limited
Ardea Resources Pty Limited
Woods Point Gold Mines Pty Limited
TriAusMin Pty Ltd
Tarago Operations Pty Ltd
Tri Origin Mining Pty Ltd
Woodlawn Mine Holdings Pty Ltd
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Cost of Parent
Entity’s Investment
2016
$
10
100
10
100
100
100
15,644,000
100
100
10
2015
$
10
100
10
100
100
100
15,644,000
100
100
-
Regent Resources Pty Limited (“Regent”) was registered on 10 April 2002. Regent Resources Limited name was changed on the 19 August
2005 to Hampton Nickel Limited and is being used by the Company to hold the Bulong nickel properties and to acquire further nickel
properties in the Bulong district.
Ochre Resources Pty Limited ("Ochre") was registered on 7 February 2005 to seek and acquire iron ore properties in the course of the
Company's base metal exploration activities.
Atriplex Pty Limited ("Atriplex") was registered on 7 April 2005 to seek and acquire nickel-copper sulphide properties (outside the Eastern
Goldfields) in the course of the Company's exploration activities.
Yerilla Nickel Pty Limited ("Yerilla") was registered on 22 December 2006 as a potential holding company for the Jump-up Dam heap leach
Project north east of Kalgoorlie.
Kalgoorlie Nickel Project Pty Limited ("KNP") was registered on 24 June 2009 as a holding company for the KNP properties. Kalgoorlie
Nickel Project Pty Ltd changed its name to Ardea Resources Pty Ltd on 8 July 2016.
Woods Point Gold Mines Pty Limited was registered on 24 June 2009 as a holding company for the Woods Point Gold Mine.
TriAusMin Pty Ltd was acquired on 5 August 2014 along with its 100% owned subsidiaries, Tarago Operations Pty Ltd and Tri Origin Mining
Pty Ltd. These entities hold the tenements owned by TriAusMin Ltd prior to the merger with Heron on 5 August 2014, in particular the
Woodlawn Underground Project and the Woodlawn Retreatment Project. Heron issued 15,645,000 shares as consideration to acquire
TriAusMin.
Woodlawn Mine Holdings Pty Ltd was incorporated on 27 May 2016 to act as a holding company for Tarago Operations Pty Ltd, the principal
owner of the Woodlawn mine assets.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 61
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 22.
EARNINGS PER SHARE
Basic earnings per Share
Weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during
the year used in the calculation of basic earnings per share
Diluted earnings per Share
Weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during
the year used in the calculation of diluted earnings per share.
Consolidated Entity
2015
$
2016
$
(0.0104)
(0.0162)
407,890,207
350,207,092
(0.0104)
(0.0162)
407,890,207
350,207,092
Earnings profit/(loss) used in calculating basic and diluted earnings profit/(loss) per share
(4,252,525)
(5,673,844)
The 28,534,621 (2015: 13,055,077) options are not considered to be dilutive.
NOTE 23.
EMPLOYEE ENTITLEMENTS
a)
Employee Entitlements
The aggregate employee entitlement is comprised of:
Provisions Annual Leave
Provisions
Long Service Leave - Current
Long Service Leave – Non Current
b)
Employee Share Scheme
426
384
42
377
333
-
An Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP) has been established for Heron Resources Limited, where employees, Directors and Officers of the
Company are issued with options over ordinary shares of Heron Resources Limited. At the General Meeting on 17 November 2015,
shareholders approved a new ESOP. Under the Plan, the options vest upon the successful achievement of a number of key milestones at
Woodlawn.
The Options cannot be transferred and will not be quoted on the ASX.
During the year 5,220,456 options expired under the Employee Options Plan.
Details of options as at the beginning and end of the reporting date and movements during the year are set out in the table below:
Grant date
Expiry date
2016 Consolidated and parent entity
19-Nov-11
05-Oct-12
05-Oct-12
03-Apr-13
03-Apr-13
03-Apr-13
5-Aug-14
5-Aug-14
5-Aug-14
5-Aug-14
5-Aug-14
5-Aug-14
5-Aug-14
5-Aug-14
5-Aug-14
5-Dec-15
23-Jun-16
16-Jan-16
16-Jan-17
05-Mar-16
05-Mar-17
05-Mar-18
27-Jun-16
13-Jun-17
13-Mar-18
04-Feb-17
23-Oct-17
19-Mar-16
20-Nov-18
22-Feb-18
31-Jan-19
4-Dec-20
Weighted average exercise price
price
Exercise Number of
Options at
the beginning
of the year
Options
expired /
lapsed this
year
Options
issued
in the
year
Number
of Options
at the end
of the year
Options
exercisable
at the end
of the year
$0.31
$0.27
$0.31
$0.22
$0.27
$0.31
$0.27
$0.22
$0.15
$0.27
$0.14
$0.37
$0.09
$0.17
$0.09
$0.092
2,500,000
333,333
333,334
1,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
42,918
21,459
21,459
21,459
21,459
858,369
858,369
21,459
21,459
-
8,055,077
0.271
(2,500,000)
(333,333)
-
(1,000,000)
-
-
(42,918)
(21,459)
(21,459)
-
-
(858,369)
-
(21,459)
(21,459)
(400,000)
(5,220,456)
0.291
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
20,700,000
20,700,000
0.092
-
-
333,334
-
1,000,000
1,000,000
-
-
-
21,459
21,459
-
858,369
-
-
20,300,000
23,534,621
0.112
-
-
333,334
-
1,000,000
1,000,000
-
-
-
21,459
21,459
-
858,369
-
-
-
3,234,621
0.238
Page 62 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 23. EMPLOYEE ENTITLEMENTS CONTINUED
The Black Scholes valuation methodology has been used to value the options issued during the reporting period. The following table lists
the inputs used to value the options issued for the period ended 30 June 2016.
Number of options
Method adopted
Average volatility (%)
Average risk free interest rate (%)
Average expected life of option (years)
Average exercise price
Average deemed share price at grant date
Average value per option
20,700,000
Black Scholes
75
2.38
5
$0.092
$0.094
$0.059
NOTE 24.
SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Other than noted below there is no matter or circumstance which has arisen since 30 June 2016 that has significantly affected or may
significantly affect:
a)
b)
The operations, in the financial years subsequent to 30 June 2016, of the Company; or
The results of those operations.
On 10 August 2016, the Company announced that its Board has committed to restructuring its non-Woodlawn asset portfolio in NSW and WA
(the Assets), with a focus on gold and nickel (Proposed Transaction), through the proposed listing of its wholly owned subsidiary, Ardea
Resources Limited (Ardea).
Ardea’s focus will be on the potential development of the Lewis Ponds Gold-Zinc project in central NSW and targeted exploration of the Mt
Zephyr and the Bardoc Tectonic Zone gold projects in the Eastern Goldfields of WA. The Proposed Transaction is subject to various conditions,
including approval by Heron’s shareholders (subsequently received 29 September 2016).
The Proposed Transaction would allow for the creation of two distinct companies:
(cid:129)
(cid:129)
Heron, with its existing Board and senior executive team, as a project developer solely focused on fast tracking the Woodlawn Zinc-
Copper Project towards production and evaluation of adjacent prospects which have the potential to extend the mine life at Woodlawn;
and
Ardea as a gold and nickel exploration company with a 100%-owned unencumbered interest in the Lewis Ponds gold-zinc JORC 2004
Indicated Mineral Resource, several high quality gold exploration plays with advanced drill targets and importantly, ownership of the
substantial Kalgoorlie Nickel Project.
It is proposed that Heron be issued new fully paid ordinary shares in Ardea for the Assets, and subject to jurisdictional compliance, these
Ardea shares will be distributed at nil cost to Heron shareholders.
NOTE 25.
CONTINGENT LIABILITIES
a)
Performance bonds and rental bond commitment
The Company has entered into performance bonds with the National Australia Bank Limited in relation to environmental rehabilitation
of the previous TriAusMin NSW tenements (30 June 2015: $153,000) and a rental bond commitment ($12,969) over its office in Sydney.
The performance bonds and rental bond commitment are secured by a way of mortgage against the Company’s Lewis Ponds freehold
land. The Company also has performance bonds with Westpac Banking Corporation in relation to environmental rehabilitation of the
WA tenements (30 June 2015: $114,000) and a rental bond commitment ($46,545) over its Perth office. The Westpac bonds are secured
by term deposits.
b)
Agreement with Veolia Environmental Services (Australia) Pty Ltd (“Veolia”)
In 2011, the Company and Tarago Operations Pty Ltd (“TOP”), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, entered into an agreement
with Veolia, under which the Company agreed:
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
To assume the environmental liabilities associated with the Woodlawn site, excluding Veolia’s area of operation. The Company
will be required to provide a performance bond with the NSW Division of Resources and Energy (DRE) as surety against
completion of environmental rehabilitation once mining on the site is complete. The amount of the bond is $3,577,000.
Subject to certain approvals being received by Veolia and the Company, the Company will receive “free-on-board” compost from
Veolia to be utilised in the rehabilitation of the site.
To fully indemnify Veolia for all direct and or consequential loss and damage suffered by Veolia as a result of or caused by or
contributed to by any act or omission or default of the Company, or TOP, connected with its operations at the Woodlawn site.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 63
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 25. CONTINGENT LIABILITIES CONTINUED
c)
Other contingent liabilities
Native title claims have been made with respect to areas which include tenements in which the Company has interests. The Company
is unable to determine the prospects for success or otherwise of the claims and, in any event, whether or not and to what extent the
claims may significantly affect the consolidated entity or its projects.
Rehabilitation of the Jump Up Dam tenements would be approximately $400,000 if the Company were to surrender the tenements.
None of these contingent liabilities has been provided for in the financial report.
NOTE 26.
PARENT ENTITY INFORMATION
The following information relates to the parent entity, Heron Resources Limited, at 30 June 2016. The information presented here has been
prepared using accounting policies consistent with those presented in Note 1.
2016
$’000
24,411
16,047
40,458
1,243
42
1,285
122,765
935
(84,527)
39,173
(3,490)
-
(3,490)
2015
$’000
24,077
28,226
52,303
1,183
-
1,183
131,680
522
(81,082)
51,120
(3,914)
-
(3,914)
a)
Financial Position
Current assets
Non-current assets
Total assets
Current liabilities
Non-current liabilities
Total liabilities
Contributed equity
Option reserve
Accumulated losses
Total equity
Loss for the year
Other comprehensive income
Total comprehensive loss for the year
Guarantees entered into by the Parent
b)
c)
d)
Heron Resources Limited has not entered into a deed of cross guarantee with its wholly owned subsidiaries.
Contingent liabilities of the Parent
Heron Resources Limited’s contingent liabilities are disclosed in note 25.
Capital commitments of the Parent
Heron Resources Limited’s capital commitments are nil as disclosed in note 20c.
Page 64 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
5.0 CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
Directors’ Declaration
In accordance with a resolution of the Directors of Heron Resources Limited it is declared that:
a)
b)
The financial statements and notes comply with Accounting Standards, the Corporations Regulations 2001 and other mandatory
professional reporting requirements; and
Give a true and fair view of the Company's and the Consolidated Entity's financial position as at 30 June 2016 and of their performance,
as represented by the results of their operations, for the financial year ended on that date.
In the Directors' opinion:
a)
b)
c)
The financial statements and notes are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001;
At the date of this declaration there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debts when they become
due and payable; and
The Directors have been given the declarations by the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Executive Officer required by section 295A of
the Corporations Act 2001.
On behalf of the Board
S Dennis
Chairman
Sydney, 24 August 2016
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 65
Page 66 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 67
7.0 Shareholder Information
AT 16 AUGUST 2016
1.
a)
Issued Shares and Options
Distribution of Shareholders:
Size of Holding
1
1,001
5,001
10,001
100,001
-
-
-
-
-
1,000
5,000
10,000
100,000
Number of Holders
316
798
533
1,189
318
3,154
Shares Held
174,303
2,474,773
4,249,975
42,996,799
365,113,531
415,009,381
b)
c)
d)
e)
The twenty largest shareholders hold 59.5% of the issued fully paid capital of the Company.
Substantial Shareholders including related parties who have notified the Company:
Holder
Greenstone Management (Delaware) LLC
I Buchhorn & related parties
Number of Shares
54,131,658
46,790,959
%
13.04
11.27
There were 755 shareholders who held less than a marketable parcel.
No securities have been classified by ASX as restricted.
VOTING RIGHTS
In accordance with the Company's constitution, voting rights are on the basis of a show of hands, one vote for every registered holder and
on a poll, one vote for each share held by registered holders.
Twenty largest shareholders as at 16 August 2016
CANADIAN REGISTER
GREENSTONE MGT (DEL) LLC
HAZURN PL
KURANA PL
CITICORP NOM PL
MBM CORP PL
COPPER INV PL
HSBC CUSTODY NOM AUST LTD
CHAOS INV PL
JETOSEA PL
ZERO NOM PL
DUPUY OLIVIER + JULIE
FREMONT CAT PL
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14 WARDLE DAVID JAMES + J L
NATIONAL NOM LTD
15
KEMPSON TRUDI ANN
16
KOLTAI HLDGS PL
17
BUCHHORN IAN JAMES
18
TOPWEAL PL
19
20
BGK INV PL
TOTAL
Number of Shares
67,154,357
54,131,658
23,732,480
16,576,556
14,233,360
10,200,000
8,266,334
6,564,437
5,515,783
5,350,000
5,000,000
4,785,000
4,205,476
4,070,000
3,709,730
3,208,474
2,973,179
2,518,241
2,460,000
2,452,445
247,107,510
Page 68 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
%
16.18%
13.04%
5.72%
3.99%
3.43%
2.46%
1.99%
1.58%
1.33%
1.29%
1.20%
1.15%
1.01%
0.98%
0.89%
0.77%
0.72%
0.61%
0.59%
0.59%
59.52%
7.0 SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION CONTINUED
f)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Distribution of Option holders
20,300,000
Exercisable on of before 4 December 2020 for a payment of $0.092 per option
333,334
exercisable on or before 16 January 2017 for a payment of $0.31 per option
1,000,000
exercisable on or before 5 March 2017 for a payment of $0.27 per option
1,000,000
exercisable on or before 5 March 2018 for a payment of $0.31 per option
21,459
exercisable on or before 4 February 2017 for a payment of $0.27 per option
21,459
exercisable on or before 23 October 2017 for a payment of $0.14 per option
858,369
exercisable on or before 20 November 2018 for a payment of $0.09 per option
Size of Holding
1
1,001
5,001
10,001
100,001
-
-
-
-
-
1,000
5,000
10,000
100,000
Number of Holders
-
-
-
-
17
17
Options Held
-
-
-
-
23,534,621
23,534,621
Summary of option holders as at 16 August 2016
1
Employees & directors
TOTAL
Number of Options
23,534,621
23,534,621
% of Issued Options
100%
100%
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 69
8.0 Appendix 1
UNAUDITED QUARTERLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE 3 MONTH PERIOD ENDED 30 JUNE 2016
Management Comments on Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements
24 August 2016
To the Shareholders of Heron Resources Limited,
The accompanying unaudited Financial Statements of Heron Resources Limited for the 3 month period ended 30 June 2016 have been prepared
by management and have been approved by the Board of Directors of the Company as an appendix to the Financial Report for the year ended
30 June 2015.
The attached appendix relates to the 3 months ended 30 June 2016 and the corresponding comparative period ended 30 June 2015.
The financial statements relating to the year ended 30 June 2016 and the comparative period have been subject to Audit by Ernst & Young.
The financial statements for the 3 month period ended 30 June 2016 and the comparative period have been approved by the Board of Directors
of the Company and have not been subject to Audit or Audit Review and no opinion has been provided on those statements.
For further commentary on the operations of Heron during the quarter ended 30 June 2016, please refer to the Management Discussion and
Analysis report and to the Quarterly Activities report lodged on the ASX and TSX on 29 July 2016 and posted on the Heron website at
www.heronresources.com.au.
Heron Resources Limited
S Dennis
Chairman
F Robertson
Chairman- Audit Committee
Page 70 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
8.0 APPENDIX 1 – UNAUDITED QUARTERLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE 3 MONTH PERIOD ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 CONTINUED
UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2016
All amounts shown are expressed in Australian dollars
Three Months ended 30 June
Continuing operations
Revenue from Continuing Activities
Accounting & Audit Fees
Depreciation expense
Directors Fees
Employee benefits expense
Insurance expense
Legal fees
Equity share based payments
Rental Expenses
Other expenses from ordinary activities
Exploration expenditure expensed as incurred
Exploration expenditure written off
Impairment of investment
Loss from ordinary activities before income tax expense
Income tax expense
Loss from ordinary activities after income tax expense for the period
Other comprehensive income
Changes in market value of financial assets
Total comprehensive loss for the period attributable to members
Loss per share attributable to the ordinary equity of the company
(on a weighted average equity basis)
Basic loss per share (in dollars)
Diluted loss per share (in dollars)
2016
$'000
164
(1)
(15)
(85)
(467)
(13)
(34)
(294)
(85)
(242)
(1,016)
(1,181)
(332)
(3,601)
-
(3,601)
-
(3,601)
$
(0.0086)
(0.0086)
2015
$'000
191
(27)
(17)
(63)
(175)
(25)
(5)
(163)
(85)
(138)
118
-
(390)
(779)
-
(779)
-
(779)
$
(0.0022)
(0.0022)
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 71
8.0 APPENDIX 1 – UNAUDITED QUARTERLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE 3 MONTH PERIOD ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 CONTINUED
UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2016
All amounts shown are expressed in Australian dollars
Balance at 1 April 2016
Option reserve write back
Cost of share based payments
Total comprehensive loss for the quarter
Balance at 30 June 2016
Contributed
Equity
$’000
138,409
-
-
-
138,409
Option
Reserve
$’000
642
-
293
-
935
Accumulated
Losses
$’000
(80,659)
-
-
(3,601)
(84,260)
Total
Equity
$’000
58,392
-
293
(3,601)
55,084
Page 72 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
8.0 APPENDIX 1 – UNAUDITED QUARTERLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE 3 MONTH PERIOD ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 CONTINUED
UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2016
All amounts shown are expressed in Australian dollars
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Payments to suppliers and employees
Interest received
Net cash used in operating activities
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Exploration and development expenditure
Proceeds from sale of shares
Purchase of shares
Purchase of plant and equipment
Proceeds from sale of plant and equipment
Net cash used in investing activities
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Proceeds from issue of shares
Net cash provided by financing activities
Net increase/(decrease) in cash & cash equivalents held
Cash & cash equivalents at the beginning of the reporting period
Cash acquired from TriAusMin acquisition
Cash & cash equivalents at the end of the reporting period
Three Months ended 30 June
2016
$'000
(471)
143
(328)
2015
$'000
(483)
221
(262)
(2,112)
(1,597)
-
-
-
-
39
(34)
(39)
13
(2,112)
(1,618)
-
-
(2,440)
25,331
-
22,891
-
-
(1,880)
25,895
-
24,015
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 73
9.0 Appendix 2
MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTH PERIOD AND YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016
INTRODUCTION
The following is management’s discussion and analysis of the financial condition and the results of operations of Heron Resources Limited,
(“Heron” or the “Company”) for the three month period and year ended 30 June, 2016, and its financial position as at 30 June, 2016 and should
be read in conjunction with the Company’s audited financial statements as at 30 June, 2016 and half yearly financial statements as at 31
December, 2015 which have been subject to audit review, including the accompanying notes thereto.
The Company’s audited Financial Statements and Notes to the Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with Australian
Accounting Standards, as issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board and International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) as
issued by the International Accounting Standards Board. Additional information relating to the Company, including press releases, has been
filed electronically with the Australian Securities Exchange (“ASX”) and through the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval
(“SEDAR”) and is available online at www.sedar.com.
The date of this management’s discussion and analysis is 24 August, 2016. Unless otherwise indicated all amounts discussed herein are
denominated in Australian dollars. The relevant exchange rates applicable to the three and twelve month periods ended 30 June, 2016 are as
follows.
AUD/CDN $ Closing Rate
Average Rate
Three Months ended
Year ended
30 June 2016
30 June 2016
.9994
.9987
.9994
.9905
The Company’s common shares trade on the Australian Stock Exchange (the “ASX”) under the trading symbol “HRR”, and on the Toronto Stock
Exchange (the “TSX”) under the trading symbol “HER”.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information
Certain information included in this management’s discussion and analysis may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of
securities laws. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”,
“believe”, “plan”, “scheduled”, “intend”, “estimate”, “forecast”, “predict”, “potential”, “continue”, “anticipate” or other similar expressions
concerning matters that are not historical facts. Forward-looking information may relate to management’s future outlook and anticipated
events or results, and may include statements or information regarding the future plans or prospects of the Company. Without limitation,
statements about the Company’s planned activities related to exploration or development activities carried out in Australia, constitute forward-
looking information. Actual results may vary. See “Risk Factors and Uncertainties”.
Forward-looking information is based on certain factors and assumptions regarding, among other things, the estimation of mineral reserves
and resources, the realization of mineral reserve and resource estimates, metal prices, the timing and amount of future exploration
expenditures, the estimation of initial and sustaining capital requirements, the estimation of labour and operating costs, the availability of
necessary financing and materials, including financing to conduct any future drilling program and the other activities necessary to continue to
explore and develop the Company’s properties in the short and long term, the receipt of necessary regulatory approvals, and assumptions with
respect to environmental risks, title disputes or claims, weather conditions, climate change and other similar matters. While the Company
considers these assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available to it, they may prove to be incorrect.
Without limitation, in estimating expenditures the Company has assumed, among other things, that metal prices will not change materially
from the prices used in its current financial forecasts or those of its affiliate, that it will obtain in a timely fashion all of the financing, regulatory
approvals and other authorizations required to enable the continued exploration and development of its properties, and that such activities
will proceed in the ordinary course without undue disruption. See “Risk Factors and Uncertainties”.
Forward-looking information is subject to certain factors, including risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially
from what management currently expects. These factors include risks inherent in the exploration and development of mineral deposits, risks
relating to changes in metal prices and the worldwide demand for and supply of metal, uncertainties inherent in the estimation of mineral
reserves and resources, risks relating to the remoteness of the Company’s properties including access and supply risks, reliance on key
Page 74 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
9.0 APPENDIX 2 - MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTH PERIOD AND YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 CONTINUED
personnel, construction and operational risks inherent in the conduct of mining activities, including the risk of increases in capital and
operating costs and the risk of delays or increased costs that might be encountered during the construction and development process, the risk
of fluctuations in the Canadian/Australian and U.S./Australian dollar exchange rates, regulatory risks, including risks relating to the acquisition
of the necessary licences and permits, financing, capitalization and liquidity risks, including the risk that the financing necessary to fund the
exploration and development activities of the Company may not be available on satisfactory terms, or at all, environmental risks, including
risks relating to climate change and the potential impact of global warming on project timelines and on construction and operating costs, and
insurance risks. See “Risk Factors and Uncertainties”.
You should not place undue importance on forward-looking information and should not rely upon this information as of any other date. While
the Company may elect to, the Company is under no obligation and does not undertake to update this information at any particular time, except
as required by law.
Disclosure Controls and Procedures and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting
The Company’s management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting and disclosure
controls. Any system of internal control over financial reporting, no matter how well designed, has inherent limitations. Therefore, even those
systems determined to be effective can provide only reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement preparation and presentation.
Management has completed an evaluation of the design effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Based on this
assessment, management has concluded that as at 30 June 2016, the Company’s design for internal control over financial reporting was
effective. Management has also evaluated the effectiveness of the design and operation of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures
as of 30 June 2016. Based on this evaluation, management has concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures are effective
in ensuring that information required to be disclosed in reports filed or submitted by the Company under Australian and Canadian securities
legislation is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in those rules.
Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
There have been no changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting during the three month period ended 30 June 2016 that
has materially affected or is reasonably likely to materially affect, its internal control over financial reporting.
OVERVIEW
HERON RESOURCES LIMITED (“Heron” or “the Company”) is engaged in the exploration and development of base and precious metal
deposits in Australia. The Company is focused on the development of the high grade Woodlawn Project located 250km southwest of Sydney
in New South Wales. Heron also owns the Kalgoorlie Nickel Project located north of Kalgoorlie in Western Australia, and holds a number of
other quality base metal and copper-gold exploration properties located in the Lachlan Fold Belt of New South Wales.
Selected Annual Financial Information
Set forth below is certain selected financial information expressed in Australian dollars in respect of the seven most recently completed
financial years of the Company. This audited data is derived from the Company’s full year financial statements which are prepared in
accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, as issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board and International Financial
Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board. All numbers below are in ‘000s except for the number
of shares outstanding and Net Loss per share information.
Financial Year Ended:
Working
Capital (1)
Total Shareholders
Assets (2)
Equity
June 30, 2016
June 30, 2015
June 30, 2014
June 30, 2013
June 30, 2012
June 30, 2011
June 30, 2010
22,891
24,015
32,915
39,597
43,171
46,973
56,663
56,859
54,352
42,603
48,506
57,910
61,292
75,123
55,084
52,151
41,762
47,702
56,863
60,162
72,730
(1)
(2)
See Capital Resources and Liquidity for a further discussion of working capital.
See Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates.
Common
Shares
Outstanding
415,009,381
360,877,723
252,985,787
252,985,787
252,985,787
252,985,787
252,985,787
Net Gain
(Loss)
Net Gain (Loss) per
Common Share
(in dollars)
(4,253)
(5,429)
(6,389)
(10,483)
(5,356)
(14,056)
(7,442)
(0.010)
(0.016)
(0.025)
(0.039)
(0.022)
(0.055)
(0.029)
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 75
9.0 APPENDIX 2 - MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTH PERIOD AND YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 CONTINUED
Quarterly Financial Information
Set forth below is certain selected financial information expressed in Australian dollars in respect of the most recently completed quarter and
previous six quarters of the Company. This unaudited data is derived from the Company’s interim financial statements which are prepared in
accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, as issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board and International Financial
Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board. All numbers below are in ‘000s except for the number
of shares outstanding and Net Loss per share information.
Quarter Ended::
Working
Capital (1)
Total Shareholders
Assets (2)
Equity
Common
Shares
Outstanding
Net Gain
(Loss)
Net Gain (Loss) per
Common Share
(in dollars)
June 30, 2016
March 31, 2016
December 31, 2015
September 30, 2015
June 30, 2015
March 31, 2015
December 31, 2014
22,891
25,175
23,634
27,177
24,015
25,895
28,316
56,859
59,725
59,385
60,713
54,352
53,993
55,560
55,084
58,393
58,430
58,711
52,151
52,767
53,882
415,009,381
(3,601)
415,009,381
415,009,381
415,009,381
360,877,723
360,877,723
360,877,723
(37)
(444)
(170)
(779)
(1,114)
(2,036)
(0.0086)
(0.0001)
(0.0011)
(0.0004)
(0.0022)
(0.0031)
(0.0055)
(1)
(2)
See Capital Resources and Liquidity for a further discussion of working capital.
See Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS FOR THE THREE AND TWELVE MONTH PERIODS ENDED 30
JUNE 2016 (all financial numbers in ‘000s)
The Company is principally involved in the exploration and evaluation of mineral properties. It had no revenues from operations in either the
last quarter or twelve month period to 30 June, 2016. Exploration expenditures on mineral properties are expensed as incurred in the Income
Statement, unless there is a reasonable probability that the mineral property may become a productive mine, in which case the expenditure
is capitalised onto the Balance Sheet. During the three month period the Company incurred $1,836 in exploration expenditure of which $1,684
was capitalised onto the Balance Sheet. All of the capitalised expenditure was incurred on the Woodlawn property.
Corporate and administrative expenses are charged to the Income Statement as incurred. Interest income consists of interest on short-term
invested funds. The Company reported a loss from operations in the three month period and year ended 30 June, 2016. Retained earnings are
in a deficit position. The Company has not paid any dividends since inception.
The Company recorded a loss for the year ended 30 June 2016 of $4,253 ($0.010 per share) compared to a net loss of $5,429 ($0.016 per share)
for the corresponding year ended 30 June 2015. The Company recorded a loss for the three months ended 30 June 2016 of $3,601 ($0.0086
per share) compared to a net loss of $779 ($0.0022 per share) for the corresponding period ended 30 June, 2015. The significant variance in
the three month figures is predominantly due to capitalised exploration expenditure impairment in the 2016 quarter of $1,181, arising from the
spin-out of the KNP into Ardea. Refer to Note 9 in the Annual Financial Statements.
The Company’s general and administration expenses (including share based payments) of $3,361 in the year to 30 June 2016 compared with
the $3,229 in year to 30 June, 2015 which is in-line with expectations.
The Company recorded an impairment on its listed investments of $332 in the three months to 30 June, 2016 ($390 in the corresponding three
months to 30 June 2015) and a gain of $922 for the year ended 30 June 2016 ($1,490 for the corresponding year to 30 June 2015). These
gains and impairments are due to fluctuations of the underlying share price of the listed investments.
Page 76 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
9.0 APPENDIX 2 - MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTH PERIOD AND YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 CONTINUED
EXPLORATION EXPENDITURES (all financial numbers in ‘000s)
Expenditures on exploration and evaluation in the three month period ended 30 June 2016 of $1,836 (of which $1,684 was capitalised) were
lower when compared to expenditures in the three month period ended 30 June 2015 of $2,124. This small decrease was due to the Woodlawn
drilling program as part of the Woodlawn Feasibility Study which was ongoing during the quarter ended 30 June 2015.
Exploration expenditure requirements to maintain all the Companies exploration licences in good standing total $2,690 per annum.
Below is a summary table of the exploration expenditures by tenement group for the three months ended 30 June 2016 (all numbers in ‘000s).
Quarter ended 30 June 2016
Woodlawn
KNP
Project (1)
Lewis
Ponds (1)
Other
WA (1)
Other
NSW (1)
-
$1,684
$1,684
-
$41
$41
-
$22
$22
-
$14
$14
-
$75
$75
Drilling
Other exploration
TOTAL
(1)
Expenditure expensed as incurred
Exploration Properties in Australia
Total
-
$1,836
$1,836
The Company’s main exploration properties are located in the Kalgoorlie region of Western Australia and in the Lachlan Fold Belt of New South
Wales. The projects on these land holdings are more fully described in the Company’s Annual Report which is available from the Company on
request or which may be accessed from the Company’s website, www.heronresources.com.au.
CAPITAL STOCK AND DEFICIT (all financial numbers in ‘000s)
The authorised capital of the Company consists of an unlimited number of common shares without par value. The increase in shares during
the year is due to the issue of 54,131,658 shares to complete the Greenstone transaction in August 2015.
At 30 June 2016 the Company had 415,009,381 issued and outstanding common shares, (30 June 2015: 360,877,723).
As at 30 June 2016 there were 23,534,621 stock options outstanding (30 June 2015: 13,055,077), bringing the fully diluted share position of
the Company to 443,544,002.
The Company’s accumulated deficit at 30 June 2016 is $84,260 compared to $80,051 at 30 June 2015. See “Results of Operations”.
FINANCIAL CONDITION (all financial numbers in ‘000s)
The Company’s total assets at 30 June 2016 increased to $56,859 from $54,352 at 30 June, 2015. This increase is due to the increased
capitalised exploration expenditure incurred in completing the Feasibility Study at Woodlawn.
Assets at 30 June 2016 include cash and cash equivalents of $22,891 (30 June 2015: $24,015). Cash not on account at a bank has been
invested in bank guaranteed, term deposits.
Cash of $2,112 was spent on exploration and evaluation during the three month period ended 30 June 2016 compared to $1,597 during the
corresponding period ended 30 June 2015. This increased outflow was due to the Woodlawn Feasibility Study which was completed in the
June 2016 quarter.
The Company had current liabilities including trade payables and employee provisions of $1,733 at 30 June 2016 ($2,201 at 30 June 2015).
The Company has no off balance sheet financing arrangements or material contingent liabilities or contractual obligations other than that
disclosed in the financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2016.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 77
9.0 APPENDIX 2 - MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTH PERIOD AND YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 CONTINUED
CAPITAL RESOURCES AND LIQUIDITY
The Company’s mineral properties are at the exploration and pre-development stage. At this time the Company has no operating revenue and
does not anticipate earning any operating profits until the Company is able to place a project into production, or acquire a mining asset with
operating cash flow. Until such time, the Company will be required to raise funds through equity financing, possibly supplemented by the
exercise of options and warrants, or by other means in order to continue its exploration and development activities.
In the past, the Company has successfully raised capital through issuance of equity or sale of assets. There can be no assurance that the
Company will be able to raise more capital or obtain adequate financing in the future or that the terms of such financing will be favourable.
Failure to raise capital or obtain financing could result in the postponement of further exploration or project development activities. Any
additional financing or capital raised by the Company could result in substantial dilution to the shareholders of the Company. See “Risk Factors
and Uncertainties”.
TRENDS (all numbers in ‘000s)
Due to the nature of its projects, the Company has a history of incurring operating losses. These losses will continue until a profitable project
is developed and operating or a cash generating operating asset is acquired.
The net loss in the three month period ended 30 June, 2016, of $3,601 was higher than the loss incurred in the three month period ended 30
June, 2015 of $779, primarily due to significant capitalised exploration expenditure impairment of $1,181 in 2016.
The Company’s current staff headcount is 16 compared to 23 at the beginning of the financial year. The decrease in headcount is due to a
higher number of drilling staff required for the Woodlawn drilling program in 2015.
CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
The Company manages its capital structure and makes adjustments to it, based on the funds available to the Company, in order to support the
acquisition, exploration and development of properties for minerals.
The properties in which the Company currently has an interest are at the exploration and/or development stage and as such the Company is
dependent on external financing to fund its activities. In order to carry out the planned exploration and pay for administrative costs, the
Company will spend its existing working capital and raise additional amounts as needed. In some circumstances, the Company may enter into
farm in /joint venture agreements whereby a third party earns an interest in a specific property by incurring an agreed amount of exploration
expenditures. The Company will continue to assess new properties and seek to acquire an interest in additional properties if it feels there is
sufficient geological or economic potential and if it has adequate financial resources to do so.
Management reviews its capital management approach on an ongoing basis and believes that given the relative size of the Company this
approach is reasonable.
COMMITMENTS
The Company is required to undertake expenditures of $2,690,000 per year to keep exploration properties in good standing in the normal course
of business. These obligations are subject to renegotiation when application for a mining lease is made and at other times.
The Company is contracted to non-cancellable operating leases in relation to its office premises at Level 1, 7 Havelock St, West Perth and at
Suite 702, 191 Clarence Street, Sydney. The lease in Perth expires in July 2017 and the lease in Sydney expires in September 2016. A
performance bond of $15,623 and $12,969 for the Perth and Sydney offices respectively has been lodged as surety against performance of the
leases.
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Transactions between related parties are on normal commercial terms and conditions unless otherwise stated.
During the quarter, the Company paid $66,924 for the provision of office accommodation on normal terms and conditions from an entity related
to Mr. I J Buchhorn.
Page 78 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
9.0 APPENDIX 2 - MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTH PERIOD AND YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 CONTINUED
CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND ESTIMATES
New Accounting Policies and Accounting Standards and Interpretations issued, but some not yet applicable at 30 June, 2016.
The Australian Accounting Standards Board has published various pronouncements that are not mandatory for the 30 June 2016 reporting
period. The Company has reviewed all these pronouncements and assessed their applicability and the likely impact on the Company’s
accounting policies. While several pronouncements do not apply to the Company’s current activities the expected impact of those relevant to
the Company are set out below:
AASB 9 Financial Instruments and its consequential amendments. The consolidated entity will adopt this standard and the amendments from
1 January 2018 but the impact of its adoption is yet to be assessed by the consolidated entity.
IFRS 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers. The consolidated entity will adopt this standard from 1 January 2017 but the impact of its
adoption is yet to be assessed by the consolidated entity.
The Company continues to assess the impact of these new accounting standards on its consolidated financial statements.
Future Accounting Changes
Other than those noted above, the Company is unaware at this time of any future changes to accounting standards that are contemplated by
the Australian Accounting Standards Board and are relevant to the Company and which might impact future accounting reporting periods.
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies used by the Company in the preparation of its financial statements. For a
complete description of the significant accounting policies used by the Company in the preparation of its financial statements, please review
the notes to the June 30, 2016 audited financial statements included in the Company’s Annual Report. This Management’s Discussion and
Analysis should also be read in conjunction with the Company’s quarterly financial statements and the notes thereto.
Going concern basis of accounting (all numbers in ‘000s)
The interim financial statements for the three month period ended 30 June 2016 have been prepared on the basis of a Going Concern,
notwithstanding the fact that the Company incurred a loss for the 3 month period. The Company incurred a loss for the 3 month period after
tax of $3,601 (2015: $779) and a net cash out flow from operating activities for the year of $2,048 (2015: out flow $1,925).
The Financial Report has been prepared on the basis of a going concern, as the Directors believe that the Company has adequate funding to
pay its debts as and when they become due for a period of twelve months from the date of approving this report.
Remuneration of Directors and Key Management Personnel Including Share Based Payments
The cost to the Company of share options granted to Directors and Key Management Personnel is included at fair value as part of the Directors’
and Key Management Personnel’s aggregate remuneration in the financial year the options are granted.
The fair value of the share option is calculated using the Black Scholes option pricing model, which takes into account the exercise price, the
term of the option, the vesting and performance criteria, the impact of dilution, the non-tradeable nature of the option, the current price and
expected price volatility of the underlying share, the expected dividend yield and the risk-free interest rate for the term of the option. The cost
of these options is expensed in the Income Statement on a pro rata basis to the vesting dates. Unvested options are cancelled upon
termination of service with the Company.
Income tax
The charge for current income tax expense is based on the profit 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 sheet date.
Deferred tax is accounted for using the balance sheet 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 recognized 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 that are expected to apply to the period when the asset is realized 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 recognized to the extent that there is convincing evidence that it is probable that future tax profits will
be available against which deductible temporary differences can be utilized.
The amount of benefits brought to account or which may be realized 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 realized and comply with the conditions of deductibility imposed by the law.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 79
9.0 APPENDIX 2 - MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTH PERIOD AND YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 CONTINUED
Earnings per share
Basic earnings per share are determined by dividing the operating loss after income tax by the weighted average number of ordinary shares
outstanding during the period.
Diluted earnings per share adjusts the figures used in determining earnings per share by taking into account non anti-dilutive options
outstanding during the quarter. The diluted earnings per share are capped at the basic earnings per share in circumstances of losses and anti-
dilutive options.
Exploration expenditure and mineral leases
Exploration expenditures on mineral properties are expensed as incurred in the Income Statement, unless there is a reasonable probability
that the mineral property may become a productive mine, in which case the expenditure is capitalised onto the Balance Sheet These
capitalised costs are only carried forward if the rights to the area of interest are current and to the extent that they are expected to be recouped
through the successful development 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, and active and significant operations in, or in relation to, the area of
interest are continuing.
Accumulated costs in relation to an abandoned area are written off in full against the results 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.
Restoration, rehabilitation and environmental expenditure
Restoration, rehabilitation and environmental expenditure to be incurred during the production phase of operations is accrued when the need
for such expenditure is established, and then written off as part of the costs of production of the mine property concerned. Significant
restoration, rehabilitation and environmental expenditures to be incurred subsequent to the cessation of production at each mine property are
accrued, in proportion to production, when its extent can be reasonably estimated.
Business undertakings – joint ventures
The Company has certain exploration activities conducted through joint ventures with other parties. Where relevant, the Company’s interest
in these joint ventures is shown in the notes to the financial statements under the appropriate heading.
RISK FACTORS AFFECTING FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
The Company’s major mineral properties are the KNP project in WA and the Woodlawn and Lewis Ponds Properties in NSW (the "Properties").
Unless the Company acquires or develops additional material properties, the Company will be mainly dependent upon its existing Properties.
If no additional major mineral properties are acquired by the Company, any adverse development affecting the Company's Properties would
have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial condition and results of operations.
Other risk factors and the impact on the Company's financial instruments are summarized below:
Credit risk
Credit risk is the risk of loss associated with counterparty’s inability to fulfil its payment obligations. The Company's credit risk is primarily
attributable to cash and accounts receivable. Cash consists of cash on hand with reputable financial institutions. Financial instruments
included in accounts receivable consist of sales tax receivable from government authorities in Australia and deposits held with vendors.
Management believes that credit risk with respect to financial instruments included in cash and accounts receivable is low.
Liquidity risk (all financial numbers in ‘000s)
The Company's approach to managing liquidity risk is to ensure that it will have sufficient liquidity to meet liabilities when due. As at 30 June
2016, the Company had cash of $22,891 (30 June 2015: $24,015) to settle current liabilities of $1,733 (30 June 2015: $2,201). Apart from
provision for employee entitlements (e.g. Annual Leave), most of the Company's financial liabilities have contractual maturities of less than
30 days and are subject to normal trade terms.
Market risk
Market risk is the risk of loss that may arise from changes in market factors such as interest rates, foreign exchange rates, and commodity
prices. The Company continues to monitor the long term assets and assesses the value of the asset on a regular basis.
Page 80 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
9.0 APPENDIX 2 - MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTH PERIOD AND YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 CONTINUED
Interest rate risk
The Company has cash balances. The Company's current policy is to invest excess cash in term deposits with banks.
Foreign currency risk
The Company's functional reporting currency is the Australian dollar and major purchases are transacted in Australian dollars. The Company
funds its exploration and administrative expenses using Australian dollars.
In addition, management believes the foreign currency risk derived from currency conversions related to its operations is negligible and
therefore does not hedge its foreign exchange risk.
Commodity price risk
The Company is exposed to price risk with respect to commodity prices. Commodity price risk is defined as the potential adverse impact on
earnings and economic value due to commodity price movements and volatilities. The Company closely monitors commodity prices as it relates
to valuable minerals to determine the appropriate course of action to be taken by the Company. The ability of the Company to develop its
properties and the future profitability of the Company is directly related to the market price of nickel, zinc, lead and copper and certain other
metals.
Fair value
AIFRS accounting principles require that the Company disclose information about the fair value of its financial assets and liabilities. Fair value
estimates are made at the balance sheet date based on relevant market information and information about the financial instrument. These
estimates are subjective in nature and involve uncertainties in significant matters of judgment and therefore cannot be determined with
precision. Changes in assumptions could significantly affect these estimates.
The carrying values for short-term investment, sundry receivables and prepaid expenses, subscription receivable, and accounts payable and
accrued liabilities on the balance sheet approximate fair value because of the limited term of these instruments.
The Company has designated its cash as held-for-trading, which is measured at fair value. Accounts receivable are classified as loans and
receivables, which are measured at amortized cost. Accounts payable and accrued liabilities are classified as other financial liabilities, which
are measured at amortized cost.
Sensitivity analysis
Based on management's knowledge and experience of the financial markets, the Company believes the following movements are "reasonably
possible" over the next year:
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
Interest rate risk is immaterial.
The Company holds all of its cash in low risk, secure Australian dollar term deposits at Australian banks. Foreign exchange risk related
to required payments is perceived as negligible.
Commodity price risk could adversely affect the Company. In particular, the Company’s future profitability and viability from mineral
exploration depends upon the world market price of valuable minerals. Commodity prices have fluctuated significantly in recent years.
There is no assurance that, even as commercial quantities of valuable minerals may be produced in the future, a profitable market will
exist for them.
As of 30 June 2016, the Company is not a producer of valuable minerals. As a result, commodity price risk may affect the completion of future
equity transactions such as equity offerings and the exercise of stock options and warrants. This may also affect the Company's liquidity and
its ability to meet its ongoing obligations.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 81
9.0 APPENDIX 2 - MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTH PERIOD AND YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 CONTINUED
RISK FACTORS AND UNCERTAINTIES
The Company is in the business of acquiring, exploring and developing mineral properties and is exposed to a number of risks and uncertainties
that are common to other exploration companies in the same business. The industry is capital intensive at all stages and must rely on equity
financing to fund exploration and development activities.
The ability of the Company to realize and profit from a property development is dependent upon its ability to define and delineate an ore body,
to finance development costs, adhere to government and environmental regulations, and/or be able to realize the costs incurred on disposition
of a property.
The future prospects of the Company are subject to a variety of risks that may cause actual results to differ materially from projected outcomes.
Factors that could cause such differences include: world commodities markets, foreign exchange markets, equity markets, access to sufficient
working capital, the ability to attract mining partners, the loss of or inability to hire key personnel, as well as government and environmental
restrictions. Most of these factors are beyond the control of the Company which consequently cannot guarantee future results, levels of
activity or ensure that a mineral discovery can be developed into a profitable mining operation. In addition, prices for the commodities
contained in the Company’s mineral resources at its exploration properties have fluctuated significantly over the last few years and may
continue to do so. Such volatility may affect the timing and magnitude of funds which the Company may seek to raise to support further
exploration and development.
The Company has taken steps to verify the title to its mineral properties, in accordance with industry standards for the current stage of
exploration of such properties but these procedures do not guarantee the Company’s title. Property title may be subject to unregistered prior
agreements or transfers and title may be affected by undetected defects.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Additional information relating to the Company can be found at www.heronresources.com.au or on the SEDAR website at
www.sedar.com, or on the website of the ASX, www.asx.com.au.
APPROVAL
The Board of Directors of Heron Resources Limited has approved the disclosure contained in this Management Discussion and Analysis dated
24 August, 2016.
Page 82 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
CORPORATE DIRECTORY
DIRECTORS
Chairman (Non-Executive)
Stephen Dennis BCom, LL.B., GDipAppFin (Finsia), CFTP
Managing Director (Executive)
Wayne Taylor BE (Min.), MBA, MAusIMM
Director (Executive)
Ian Buchhorn BSc (Hons), DiplGeosci (Min Econ), MAusIMM
Director (Non-Executive)
Borden Putnam III MSc, RPG
Director (Non-Executive)
Fiona Robertson MA (Oxon), MAusIMM, FAICD
Director (Non-Executive)
Mark Sawyer LL.B. (appointed 19 August 2015)
COMPANY SECRETARY
Simon Smith B.Bus, CA
REGISTERED OFFICE (head office)
and Address for Correspondence
Level 7, 191 Clarence Street
Sydney 2000 New South Wales
Telephone: +61 2 9119 8111
Perth Office
Level 1, 7 Havelock St
WEST PERTH 6005 Western Australia
Telephone: +61 8 6500 9200
Woodlawn Site Office
Collector Road, Tarago 2580 New South Wales
Email:
Website:
heron@heronresources.com.au
www.heronresources.com.au
AUDITOR
Ernst & Young
200 George St
SYDNEY 2000 New South Wales
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 83
10.0 Statement of Mineral Resources
& Mineral Reserves
10.1 Woodlawn Underground Mineral Resource Estimate 2016
Reported at a 7% ZnEq lower cut-off grade
Type
Polymetallic
Polymetallic
Polymetallic
Copper
Copper
All Total
All Total
Resource
Category
Measured
Indicated
Inferred
Indicated
Inferred
Mea+Ind
Inferred
Quantity
(Mt)
ZnEq
(%)
0.4
2.2
2.0
1.5
0.5
4.1
2.5
23
21
17
10
10
18
15
Zn
(%)
13.0
10.0
7.3
0.8
0.8
7.2
5.9
Cu
(%)
1.3
1.5
1.5
2.8
2.8
2.0
1.8
Pb
(%)
4.4
3.9
2.9
0.2
0.2
2.6
2.3
Au
(g/t)
0.21
0.78
0.75
0.23
0.09
0.52
0.61
Ag
(g/t)
72
80
56
15
14
55
47
Notes: 1) Please refer to the end of this section for Qualified Persons statements; 2) ZnEq(%) refers to a calculated Zn equivalent grade the formula for which is stated
in 10.5; 3) Polymetallic Type refers to polymetallic massive sulphide mineralisation with high-grade Zn and Pb; Copper Type refers to Cu dominated massive and stringer
sulphide mineralisation; 4) Some rounding related discrepancies may occur in the totals; 5) the Mineral Resource is reported in accordance with the the JORC Code
(2012) and NI 43-101 guidelines; 6) This Mineral Resource was first reported to the ASX/TSX within the release dated the 29th June 2016.
10.2 Woodlawn Reclaimed Tailings Mineral Resource Estimate 2015
Reported with no cut-off grade applied
Type
All Dams
All Dams
All Dams
All Dams
Resource
Category
Measured
Indicated
Mea+Ind
Inferred
Quantity
(Mt)
ZnEq
(%)
6.6
3.2
9.8
1.1
6.1
6.3
6.2
5.8
Zn
(%)
2.3
2.2
2.3
2.3
Cu
(%)
0.49
0.56
0.51
0.47
Pb
(%)
1.3
1.4
1.3
1.2
Au
(g/t)
0.30
0.33
0.31
0.25
Ag
(g/t)
32
33
32
27
Notes: 1) The Mineral Resource estimate, originally published on Heron’s website and SEDAR under the NI43-101 guidelines, is entitled Woodlawn Retreatment Project
Mineral Resources Technical Report (NI43-101) with an effective date of 30th November 2015 and authored by Mr Robin Rankin (MAusIMM CP Geology) of independent
consulting firm GeoRes Geological Resources. Heron confirms that it is not aware of any new information or data that materially affects the information included in this
report and that the form and context in which the Mr Rankin’s findings are presented have not been materially modified 2) ZnEq (%) refers to a calculated Zn equivalent
grade the formula for which is stated in 10.5; 3) some rounding related discrepancies may occur in the totals.
10.3 Woodlawn Underground Mineral Reserve Estimate 2016
Type
Polymetallic
Polymetallic
Copper
Copper
Total
Reserve
Category
Quantity
(Mt)
ZnEq
(%)
Zn
(%)
Proven
Probable
Proven
Probable
Probable
0
1.80
0
0.96
2.80
16.0
8.10
8.8
14.0
0.61
5.50
Cu
(%)
1.2
2.4
1.6
Pb
(%)
Au
(g/t)
Ag
(g/t)
2.90
0.56
0.13
1.90
0.23
0.45
57
14
42
Notes: 1) Please refer to the end of this section for Qualified Persons statements; 2) Reported at cut-off grades determined by economic and metallurgical factors; 3)
This estimate has been prepared in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and the NI43-101 guidelines. 4) Some discrepancies in totals may occur due to rounding
of numbers; 5) ZnEq(%) refers to a calculated Zn equivalent grade the formula for which is provided in 10.5. 6) This Mineral Resource was first reported to the ASX/TSX
within the release dated the 29th June 2016.
Page 84 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
10.0 STATEMENT OF MINERAL RESOURCES CONTINUED
10.4 Woodlawn Tailings Mineral Reserve Estimate 2016
Reported with no cut-off grade applied
Reserve
Category
Proven
Probable
Total (Proven + Probable)
Quantity
(Mt)
ZnEq
(%)
6.4
3.2
9.5
6.0
6.0
6.0
Zn
(%)
2.2
2.1
2.2
Cu
(%)
0.5
0.5
0.5
Pb
(%)
1.3
1.3
1.3
Au
(g/t)
0.29
0.33
0.31
Ag
(g/t)
31
32
31
Notes: 1) Combined tailings estimate for the North, South and West Tailings Dams; 2) This estimate has been prepared in accordance with the JORC Code (2012)
and the NI43-101 guidelines. Please refer to the end of this section for Qualified Persons statements; 3) ZnEq% refers to a calculated Zn equivalent grade the formula
for which is provided in 10.5. 4) Reported at cut-off grades determined by economic and metallurgical factors. 5) Some discrepancies in totals may occur due to rounding
of numbers. 6) This Mineral Reserve was first reported to the ASX/TSX within the release dated the 29th June 2016.
10.5 Zinc equivalent calculation for the Woodlawn Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves
The zinc equivalent (ZnEq) calculation takes into account, mining costs, milling costs, recoveries, payability (including transport and refining charges) and metal prices in
generating a zinc equivalent value for Au, Ag, Cu, Pb and Zn. ZnEq = Zn%+Cu%*3.12+Pb%*0.81+*Au g/t*0.86+Ag g/t*0.03
Metal prices used in the calculation are: Zn US$2,300/t, Pb US$ 2,050/t, Cu US$6,600/t, Au US$1,250/oz and Ag US$18/oz. It is Heron’s view that all the metals within
this formula are expected to be recovered and sold.
10.6 Lewis Ponds Project - Mineral Resource
Reported at a 3% ZnEq lower cut-off grade
Classification
Indicated Mineral Resource
Main Zone
Tom’s Zone
Total Indicated Mineral Resource
Inferred Mineral Resources
Main Zone
Tom’s Zone
Total Inferred Mineral Resource
Total Mineral Resource
Quantity
(Mt)
5.82
0.54
6.35
0.17
0.10
0.27
6.62
Zn
(%)
2.1
5.5
2.4
1.7
5.0
3.0
2.4
Cu
(%)
0.1
0.3
0.2
0.1
0.2
0.1
0.2
Pb
(%)
1.1
3.8
1.4
0.8
3.6
1.9
1.4
Au
(g/t)
Ag
(g/t)
1.5
1.7
1.5
0.9
1.4
1.1
1.5
59
172
68
47
174
96
69
Lewis Ponds Project
Notes: First published by TriAusMin Ltd within a news release dated the 6th October 2005. It was reviewed in the September 2016 Quarter and found to have
no material changes, however, was upgraded to comply with the JORC 2012 Code through a process of verification of the 2005 estimate and compiling the
JORC 2012 Table 1, provided within the Heron quarterly report dated the 31 October 2016.
The following metal prices were used to calculate zinc equivalent values applied to the kriged Mineral Resource estimate.
Zinc
Copper
Lead
Gold
Silver
1240
2860
900
430
6.75
USD/t
USD/t
USD/t
USD/oz
USD/oz
or
or
or
56.2
129.7
40.8
US Cents/lb
US Cents/lb
US Cents/lb
No metallurgical recovery factors have been applied to the zinc equivalent formula, however all metals within the formula are expected to be recovered.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 85
10.0 STATEMENT OF MINERAL RESOURCES CONTINUED
SUMMARY OF HERON’S MINERAL RESOURCE, KALGOORLIE NICKEL PROJECT, WA
10.7 Kalgoorlie Nickel Project Mineral Resource 20161
Resource
Category
Estimation
Method
Estimate
Source
Region
Prospect
Quantity
(Mt)
Goongarrie Goongarrie South
Goongarrie South
Goongarrie South
Highway
Highway**
Ghost Rocks‡
Goongarrie Hill
Big Four
Big Four
Scotia
Sub-Total Goongarrie
Siberia
Siberia South
Siberia North
Siberia North
Black Range
Sub-Total Siberia
Total KNP West
Bulong
Taurus
East
East*
Sub-Total Bulong*
Hampton
Kalpini
Sub-Total Hampton
Total KNP East
Yerilla
Jump Up Dam†
Jump Up Dam
Jump Up Dam
Boyce Creek
Aubils
Sub-Total KNP Yerilla
Company Total
5.8
54.2
34.4
52.9
34.1
47.4
53.6
42.6
12.4
11.2
5.8
149.7
193.0
104.4
10.0
48.9
20.1
10.0
173.4
5.8
159.7
366.4
14.2
15.9
24.0
15.9
38.2
75.0
75.0
15.9
113.2
3.8
41.6
18.4
26.8
49.4
3.8
68.4
67.8
9.6
244.0
551.7
Ni
%
1.08
0.79
0.63
0.66
0.64
0.66
0.60
0.69
0.62
0.77
1.08
0.72
0.64
0.65
0.64
0.71
0.75
0.64
0.68
1.08
0.71
0.66
0.84
1.06
0.79
1.06
0.81
0.73
0.73
1.06
0.76
0.94
0.79
0.64
0.77
0.70
0.94
0.78
0.68
1.02
0.75
0.68
Co
%
0.102
0.065
0.042
0.042
0.038
0.042
0.037
0.051
0.054
0.080
0.102
0.053
0.043
0.034
0.051
0.047
0.103
0.051
0.046
0.102
0.053
0.044
0.051
0.055
0.053
0.055
0.052
0.044
0.044
0.055
0.047
0.048
0.043
0.034
0.058
0.066
0.048
0.049
0.057
0.081
0.052
0.046
Page 86 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
Study
Period
Post PFS
Post PFS
Post PFS
Post PFS
Post PFS
Pre PFS
Post PFS
Post PFS
Post PFS
Pre PFS
Heron
Heron
Heron
Heron
Heron
Snowden
Heron
Heron
Heron
Snowden
Snowden
Snowden
Snowden
Snowden
Pre PFS
Post PFS
Post PFS
Pre PFS
Snowden
Snowden
Snowden
Pre PFS
Pre PFS
Pre PFS
Measured
Indicated
Inferred
Indicated
Inferred
Inferred
Inferred
Indicated
Inferred
Inferred
Measured
Indicated
Inferred
Inferred
Indicated
Inferred
Inferred
Indicated
Inferred
Measured
Indicated
Inferred
Inferred
Indicated
Inferred
Indicated
Inferred
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Inferred
Krige
Snowden
Pre PFS
Inferred
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Krige
Snowden
Snowden
Snowden
Heron
Heron
PFS
PFS
PFS
PFS
PFS
Indicated
Inferred
Measured
Indicated
Inferred
Indicated
Inferred
Measured
Indicated
Inferred
Measured
Indicated
Inferred
10.0 STATEMENT OF MINERAL RESOURCES CONTINUED
KNP Mineral Resources by Category - 2016
Resource Deposit
Category
Measured Goongarrie South
Indicated
Inferred
Jump Up Dam
Subtotal
Big Four
Boyce Creek
Bulong East
Goongarrie South
Highway
Jump Up Dam
Siberia North
Subtotal
Aubils
Big Four
Black Range
Bulong East
Ghost Rocks
Goongarrie Hill
Goongarrie South
Highway
Jump Up Dam
Kalpini
Scotia
Siberia North
Siberia South
Taurus
Subtotal
Combined Total
Tonnes Nickel Cobalt
(%)
1.08
0.94
1.02
0.69
0.77
1.06
0.79
0.66
0.79
0.64
0.75
0.70
0.62
0.75
0.79
0.66
0.60
0.63
0.64
0.64
0.73
0.77
0.65
0.65
0.84
0.68
0.70
(Mt)
5.8
3.8
9.6
42.6
26.8
15.9
54.2
52.9
41.6
10.0
244.0
49.4
12.4
20.1
24.0
47.4
53.6
34.4
34.1
18.4
75.0
11.2
48.9
104.4
14.2
551.7
805.3
(%)
0.102
0.048
0.081
0.051
0.058
0.055
0.065
0.042
0.043
0.051
0.052
0.066
0.054
0.103
0.053
0.042
0.037
0.042
0.038
0.034
0.044
0.080
0.040
0.034
0.051
0.046
0.048
Notes:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
*
**
‡
†
This Mineral Resource was first reported to the ASX within the release dated the 18th October 2013 and has been adjusted subsequently for minor
adjustments to tenement changes.
Tonnage (dry) and grade estimates have been rounded to reflect the estimation precision.
Economic parameters for the KNP are based on a Pre-feasibility Study completed by Vale Inco under farm-in arrangements between April 2005 and July
2009, and re-optimised by Heron between August 2009 and May 2010. The Vale Inco farm-in ended in July 2009 and Vale Inco has no retained rights
in respect of the KNP tenements.
Economic parameters for Yerilla are based on a Pre-feasibility Study completed by Heron between June 2006 and April 2009, and re-optimised between
May 2009 and May 2011.
Specific notes from table provided below:
Surrendered M25/162 Inferred Resource of 0.33Mt @ 0.59% nickel and 0.080% cobalt.
Surrendered M29/416 Inferred Resource of 4.4Mt @ 0.59% nickel and 0.058% cobalt.
New tenement E24/291 Inferred Resource of 22.4Mt @ 0.66% nickel and 0.036% cobalt added to project.
Includes approximately 20,000 tonnes @ 1.3% nickel and 0.050% cobalt in stockpiles from the 2006 trial.
10.8 Competent Persons Statements - Declaration and JORC (2012) and NI 43-101 Compliance
1.
2.
3.
The information in this report that relates to Mineral Resources for the Woodlawn Underground Project has been reviewed, and verified
by Mr Rodney Brown who is a full time employee of SRK Consulting (Australasia). Mr Brown, who is a member of the AIG, takes
responsibility for the integrity of Data that have been used to prepare the resource estimates, and for the Geological Model. Mr Brown
has sufficient experience that is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the resource
estimation activity that he is undertaking to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 edition of the JORC Code:
Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves and a Qualified Person as this term is
defined in Canadian National Instrument 43-101. Mr Brown consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on his
information in the form and context that it appears.
The Woodlawn Project Mineral Reserve, mine design, production schedule and FS results have been produced or reviewed by SRK
Consulting (Australasia) Pty Ltd (SRK) under the direction of Ms Anne-Marie Ebbels, Principal Consultant (Mining), an Independent
Qualified Person as defined by Canadian National Instrument 43-101 and a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 edition of the JORC
Code: Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves. Ms Ebbels consents to the inclusion
in this report of the matters based on her information in the form and context that it appears.
The Woodlawn Project plant and metallurgy designs and costings have been produced or reviewed by GR Engineering Services Limited
(GRES) under the direction of Mr Peter Allen, Manager – Process & Technical Services, who is a Member of the Australasian Institute
of Mining and Metallurgy and accredited by the AusIMM as a Chartered Professional (CP) in the metallurgy discipline, and an
Independent Qualified Person as defined by Canadian National Instrument 43-101. Mr Allen consents to the inclusion in this report of
the matters based on his information in the form and context that it appears.
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 87
10.0 STATEMENT OF MINERAL RESOURCES CONTINUED
4.
5.
6.
The information relating to the Woodlawn Tailings Mineral Resource contained in this report has been reviewed and is based on
information compiled by Mr Robin Rankin, a Competent Person who is a Member of The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
(AusIMM) and accredited by the AusIMM since 2000 as a Chartered Professional (CP) in the geology discipline. Mr Rankin consults to
Heron (and previously TriAusMin Ltd) as Principal Consulting Geologist of independent geological consultancy GeoRes. He has sufficient
experience, which is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity which he is
undertaking to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the JORC Code (2012 edition) and “qualified person” as this term is defined
in Canadian National Instrument 43- 101. Mr Rankin consents to the inclusion in this release of the matters based on his information
in the form and context in which it appears.
The technical information in this report relating to the exploration results and forward programs based on information compiled or
reviewed by Mr David von Perger, who is a Member of the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (Chartered Professional –
Geology). Mr von Perger is a full time employee of Heron Resources Limited and has sufficient experience, which is relevant to the style
of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity which he is undertaking to qualify as a Competent Person
as defined in the JORC Code (2012 edition) and “qualified person” as this term is defined in Canadian National Instrument 43-101 (“NI
43-101”). Mr von Perger has reviewed this press release and consents to the inclusion in this news release of the information in the
form and context in which it appears.
The information in this report relates to the Mineral Resource for Lewis Ponds is based on information compiled by Mr Robert Cotton,
who is a Fellow of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. Mr Cotton is a full time employee of Mineral Appraisals Pty Ltd.
Mr Cotton has sufficient experience, which is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the
activity which he is undertaking to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2004 edition of the “Australasian Code for Reporting
of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves” and “qualified person” as this term is defined in Canadian National
Instrument 43-101. Mr Cotton consents to the inclusion in this report of the information in the form and context in which it appears.
10.9 Qualified Person Statement (KNP Mineral Resources)
1.
2.
3.
The information in this report that relates to Mineral Resources for the Highway, Goongarrie Hill, Goongarrie South, Big Four, Aubils and
Boyce Creek Prospects is based on information originally compiled by a former Heron Resources Limited resource geologist and
validated by Steve Jones in 2013. Both are Members of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. Steve Jones is a full time
employee of Heron Resources Limited and has sufficient experience that is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit
under consideration and to the resource estimation activity that he is undertaking 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’. Steve Jones
consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on his information in the form and context that it appears.
The information in this report that relates to Mineral Resources for the Siberia North, Bulong East, Siberia, Black Range, Taurus and
Jump Up Dam Prospects is based on information compiled by Snowden Mining Industry Consultants by members of the Australian
Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. Snowden Mining Industry Consultants had sufficient experience that is relevant to the style of
mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the resource estimation activity. All resources were internally audited
by Snowden and signed off by a person of sufficient experience 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’. Steve Jones validated the
Snowden Mining Siberia North estimate in 2013.
The information in this report that relates to exploration and resource data (including drilling data, database quality, geological
interpretation and density modelling) is based on information originally compiled by Steve Jones and other previous full time employees
of Heron Resources Limited. Steve Jones has sufficient experience that is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit
under consideration and to the exploration activities undertaken 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’. Steve Jones has validated
the original estimates during 2013. Steve Jones consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on his information in
the form and context that it appears.
Page 88 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
11.0 Interest in Mining Tenements
Tenement
Location
Heron %
Interest
Status
Note
Tenement
Location
Heron %
Interest
Status
Note
WA Tenements
KALGOORLE NICKEL PROJECT
North Kalgoorlie Nickel - Siberia Project
E24/00203
E29/00889
M24/00634
M24/00660
M24/00663
M24/00664
M24/00686
M24/00915
M24/00916
78km NW of Kalgoorlie
78km NW of Kalgoorlie
78km NW of Kalgoorlie
75km NW of Kalgoorlie
75km NW of Kalgoorlie
75km NW of Kalgoorlie
75km NW of Kalgoorlie
78km NW of Kalgoorlie
78km NW of Kalgoorlie
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
North Kalgoorlie Nickel - SMC Siberia Project
78km NW of Kalgoorlie
M24/00683
71km NW of Kalgoorlie
M24/00772
78km NW of Kalgoorlie
M24/00797
100
100
100
North Kalgoorlie Nickel - Black Range Project
63km NW of Kalgoorlie
M24/00757
70km NW of Kalgoorlie
P24/04395
70km NW of Kalgoorlie
P24/04396
70km NW of Kalgoorlie
P24/04400
70km NW of Kalgoorlie
P24/04401
70km NW of Kalgoorlie
P24/04402
70km NW of Kalgoorlie
P24/04403
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
Pending
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
North Kalgoorlie Nickel - Siberia Tank Project
75km NW of Kalgoorlie
M24/00665
90
Live
2
North Kalgoorlie Nickel - Ghost Rocks Project
E29/00941
140km NNW of Kalgoorlie
100
North Kalgoorlie Nickel - Goongarrie Project
M24/00541
M24/00744
M29/00167
M29/00202
M29/00272
M29/00278
M29/00423
P29/02265
E29/00934
67km NNW of Kalgoorlie
75km NNW of Kalgoorlie
86km NNW of Kalgoorlie
86km NNW of Kalgoorlie
77km NNW of Kalgoorlie
74km NNW of Kalgoorlie
76km NNW of Kalgoorlie
86km NNW of Kalgoorlie
67km NNW of Kalgoorlie
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
North Kalgoorlie Nickel - Placer Big Four
M24/00731
M24/00732
M24/00778
70km NNW of Kalgoorlie
70km NNW of Kalgoorlie
70km NNW of Kalgoorlie
100
100
100
North Kalgoorlie Nickel - Highway Project
100
M29/00214
100km NNW of Kalgoorlie
Yerilla Nickel Province
E31/01092
M31/00483
M31/00475
M31/00477
M31/00479
E39/01954
140km NNE of Kalgoorlie
146km NNE of Kalgoorlie
129km NE of Kalgoorlie
129km NE of Kalgoorlie
129km NE of Kalgoorlie
170km NNE of Kalgoorlie
100
100
100
100
100
100
Live
Ardea
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Pending
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Live
Live
Live
4,Ardea
4,Ardea
4,Ardea
Live
Ardea
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Pending
Lake Rebecca Project - Lake Rebecca Project
113km NE of Kalgoorlie
P31/02038
113km NE of Kalgoorlie
P31/02039
113km NE of Kalgoorlie
P31/02040
100
100
100
Hampton Nickel Province - Kalpini Project
100
E28/01224
100
M28/00199
100
M28/00201
100
M28/00205
100
M27/00395
100
E27/00524
63km NE of Kalgoorlie
65km NE of Kalgoorlie
65km NE of Kalgoorlie
66km NE of Kalgoorlie
68km NE of Kalgoorlie
67km NE of Kalgoorlie
Hampton Nickel Province - Bulong Project
100
40km E of Kalgoorlie
M25/00187
100
38km E of Kalgoorlie
M25/00151
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
NON HERON RESPONSIBILITY KNP TENEMENTS
JOINT VENTURES
Hampton Nickel Province - Bulong Project
Southern Gold Farm In Project - Southern Gold Ltd 80%, HRR 20%
E25/00250
M25/00059
M25/00134
M25/00145
M25/00161
M25/00171
M25/00209
M25/00210
P25/02062
P25/02252
P25/02253
P25/02254
P25/02255
P25/02256
P25/02257
P25/02258
32km ESE of Kalgoorlie
34km East of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
40km E of Kalgoorlie
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
North Kalgoorlie Nickel - EGS Siberia
M24/00845
M24/00846
M24/00847
M24/00848
E16/00332
71km NW of Kalgoorlie
71km NW of Kalgoorlie
71km NW of Kalgoorlie
71km NW of Kalgoorlie
62km NW of Kalgoorlie
100 of Ni lat
100 of Ni lat
100 of Ni lat
100 of Ni lat
100 of Ni lat
Kalgoorlie Gold Project - MKO Goongarrie
M24/00919
P24/04199
63km NNW of Kalgoorlie 100% Ni only
55km NNW of Kalgoorlie 100% Ni only
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
3
3
3
3
3
7
7
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 89
11.0 INTEREST IN MINING TENEMENTS CONTINUED
Tenement
Location
Heron %
Interest
Status
Note
Tenement
Location
Heron %
Interest
Status Note
WA Tenements cont
HERON RESPONSIBILITY NON KNP TENEMENTS
New South Wales Projects
Heron Tenements
Woodlawn Project
40km SSW of Goulburn
EL7257
5km E of Collector
EL7468
15km E of Bungendore
EL7469
25km W of Goulburn
EL7954
60km ENE of Canberra
EL8325
7.5km SE of Woodlawn
EL8353
S(C&PL)L0020 40km SSW of Goulburn
EL8400
27km NNE of Yass
100
100
100
78.9
100
100
100
100
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Pending
Pending
Pending
Pending
Pending
Pending
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Pending
Ardea
Ardea Tenements
100
Pending
Ardea
Mt Zephyr Project - Mt Zephyr
75km NE of Leonora
E39/01706
75km NE of Leonora
E39/01757
75km NE of Leonora
E39/01854
75km NE of Leonora
E39/01985
75km NE of Leonora
E37/01271
75km NE of Leonora
E37/01272
110km NNE of Leonora
E37/01273
110km NNE of Leonora
E37/01274
Bedonia Project - Bedonia
E63/01787
70km ENE of Norseman
Donnelly River
E70/04804
18km W of Manjimup
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
NON HERON RESPONSIBILITY TENEMENTS
Albany-Fraser Project - MCT Rocky Gully Project
E70/02801
E70/04543
E70/04437
85km NW of Albany
105km NW of Albany
120km NW of Albany
10
10
10
JOINT VENTURES
Pioneer Tenements - PIO Kalpini Project
E27/00548
E28/01746
E28/02483
61km NE of Kalgoorlie
62m NE of Kalgoorlie
62km NE of Kalgoorlie
Ni Lat 100
Ni Lat 100
Ni Lat 100
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Kalgoorlie Nickel Province - RMS Coolgardie Project
65km S of Kalgoorlie Ni Lat 100 p/mpt Live
M15/01101
65km S of Kalgoorlie Ni Lat 100 p/mpt Live
M15/01264
65km S of Kalgoorlie Ni Lat 100 p/mpt Live
M15/01263
65km S of Kalgoorlie Ni Lat 100 p/mpt Live
M15/01323
65km S of Kalgoorlie Ni Lat 100 p/mpt Live
M15/01338
48km N of Kalgoorlie Ni Lat 100 p/mpt Live
E27/00300
St Ives Project - Goldfields St Ives Project
E15/00927
E15/01005
E15/01010
E15/01040
68km SE of Kalgoorlie Royalty & other Live
70km SE of Kalgoorlie Royalty & other Live
60km SSE of Kalgoorlie Royalty & other Live
68km SE of Kalgoorlie Royalty & other Live
160km NE of Kalgoorlie Royalty rights
170km NE of Kalgoorlie Royalty rights
Yarri Project - Yarri Gold Project
E31/00887
E31/00859
KCGM Gidgi Project - KCGM Kalgoorlie Gold Project
E26/00124
Kanowa Gold Projects
M27/00272
22km NE of Kalgoorlie
14km N of Kalgoorlie
Royalty rights
Live
Live
Live
Live
HRR retain
certain rights
Restdown
ELA5335
Lewis Ponds
EL5583
EL8323
ELA5337
Calarie
EL7023
ML0739
ELA5338
Gundagai
EL8061
ELA5323
70km W of West Wyalong
100
Live
Ardea
15km E of Orange
10km NE of Orange
20km N of Orange
10km N of Forbes
10km N of Forbes
5km N of Forbes
Gundagai
Gundagai
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Ardea
Alchemy Farm in & JV Tenements
Girilambone
EL8318
27km NW of Nyngan
100
Live
Alchemy
Overflow/Eurow/Parkes
EL5878
EL7941
EL8267
EL8356
EL8192
100km NW of Condobolin
100km NW of Condobolin
70km SE of Cobar
59km WSW of Tottenham
23km SE of Parkes
100
100
100
100
100
Live
Live
Live
Live
Live
Alchemy
Alchemy
Alchemy
Alchemy
Alchemy
5
Notes:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Britannia Gold Ltd retains precious metal rights.
Beach Energy Ltd has a 10% equity free-carried interest
to a decision to mine.
Eastern Goldfields Limited holds the tenement, Heron
retains nickel laterite rights
Norton Goldfields retains a royalty on gold production
KCGM Gidgi Project, Heron retains a royalty on gold
production
Subject to Farm In agreement with Southern Gold Ltd
(who have earned an 80% interest). Heron retains 100%
of nickel laterite.
Metalliko Reources Ltd holds the tenement, Heron
retains nickel rights.
Proposed Ardea Resources Limited Tenement
Ardea.
Alchemy. Subject to Farm-in and Joint Venture with Alchemy
Page 90 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
Resources Ltd
12.0 Glossary
12.1 Corporate / General Definitions
ASIC means Australian Securities and Investments Commission
ASX means ASX Limited (ABN 98 008 624 691) or the Australian Securities Exchange, as appropriate
Australian Registry means Security Transfer Registrars Pty Ltd of 770 Canning Highway, Applecross WA
Canadian Registry means TMX Equity Transfer Services Inc. of 200 University Avenue, Suite 300, Toronto ON M5H 4H1
CIM Standards means Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) Standards on Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves,
adopted by the CIM Council on 20 August 2000
Heron means Heron Resources Limited (ABN 30 068 263 098)
HRR : ASX is the Heron code on ASX
HER : TSX is the Heron code on TSX
IFRS means International Financial Reporting Standards
OSC means Ontario Securities Commission
SML 20 Transaction Documents means
(a)
(b)
(c)
Deed to Assign Special Mining Lease dated 30 November 2011 made between Veolia Environmental Services (Australia) Pty Ltd
(ACN 051 316 584) (Veolia), Tarago Operations Pty Ltd (ACN 127 810 413) (Tarago) and TriAusMin;
Deed of Option dated 30 November 2011 made between Veolia and Tarago; and
Co-operation Deed dated 30 November 2011 made between Veolia, Tri Origin Mining Pty Ltd (ACN 115 529 112), Tarago and
TriAusMin
Subsidiary has the meaning given to that term in section 9 of the Corporations Act
TriAusMin or TRO means TriAusMin Limited (ABN 22 062 002 475)
TSX means the Toronto Stock Exchange
VWAP means volume weighted average price
WEP means Woodlawn Exploration Project
WRP Woodlawn Retreatment Project
WUP Woodlawn Underground Project
12.2 Technical Definitions
Ag means Silver
Au means Gold
Anomaly means a value higher or lower than expected, which outlines a zone of potential exploration interest but not necessarily of
commercial significance.
Archaean means a period of geological time spanning 3.8 to 2.5 billion years before present
Cu means Copper
Decline means a declined tunnel accessing an ore body
Feasibility Study means the final study with three progressively more detailed stages:
Scoping Study is an Australian term and means a first pass estimate of engineering requirements and costs of a mining operation,
processing plant and plant infrastructure. Included in the cost estimates will be infrastructure, tailings disposal, power supply, and
owner's costs. The plant design may change as a result of test-work analysis, optimisation studies and engineering improvements
performed during execution of the follow-up Pre-feasibility Study. Operating and capital cost estimates are to an order of magnitude
accuracy of ± 30%.
PEA means Preliminary Economic Assessment, and is a Canadian term for a TSX-based mineral project evaluation which has two key
elements that distinguish it from other studies, firstly, it cannot be a PFS or FS, and secondly, a PEA can only demonstrate the potential
viability of mineral resources. PFS and FS are more comprehensive studies and, therefore, are sufficient to demonstrate the technical
and economic viability of a mineral project (section 2.3(1)(b) of NI 43-101 does not allow issuers to include inferred mineral resources in
a PFS-level economic analysis, whereas section 2.3(3) of NI 43-101 allows issuers to include inferred mineral resources in a PEA). PEA
is more advanced than an ASX “Scoping Study”.
Pre-feasibility Study (PFS) is an engineering and cost study of a mining operation, processing plant and plant infrastructure. Included
in the cost estimates will be infrastructure, tailings disposal, power supply, and owner's costs. The plant design may change as a result
of test-work analysis, optimisation studies and engineering improvements performed during execution of the Pre-feasibility Study.
Operating and capital cost estimates are to an accuracy of ± 25%.
Feasibility Study (FS) is a study undertaken to a high degree of accuracy which may be used as a basis for raising finance for the
construction of a project.
Typically operating and capital cost estimates are to an accuracy of +/- 15-20%. A FS is the standard of report required by primary debt
funders to demonstrate the technical and commercial viability of a project.
KNP means Kalgoorlie Nickel Project, a nickel laterite project located through an arc 30 to 150km north-north west to east of Kalgoorlie
Level means Horizontal series of developments all at the same distance measured from the surface
Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016 - Page 91
12.0 GLOSSARY CONTINUED
m means metre and km means kilometres
Mt means million tonnes
Mineralisation means in economic geology, the introduction of valuable elements into a rock body
Ni means nickel
Nickel Laterite means nickel occurring as an oxidised hydrated iron oxide, ferruginous clay, smectite clay, chlorite and serpentine
assemblage overlying weathered ultramafic rock
Saprolite Ore means nickel laterite mineralisation consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate minerals with nickel and cobalt occurring
in association with the silicate phases. The ore is a weathered clay-rich rock which retains original rock textures, and is significantly
more competent than Nontronite, Manganiferous, Goethite or Siliceous Ore
Nickel Sulphide means nickel and copper occurring as an un-oxidised sulphide assemblage associated with fresh ultramafic rock
Pb means lead
Project means a grouping of prospects within a specific geographic location, often with a common geological setting
Prospect means a target upon which exploration programs are planned or have commenced
Province means a grouping of projects within a geological district defined by a major mineralised crustal structure
RAB means Rotary Air Blast drilling technique in which a sample is returned to surface outside the rod string by compressed air. Sample
quality is poor
RC means Reverse Circulation drilling method employing a rotating or hammering action on a drill bit which returns a sample to the surface
inside the rod string by compressed air. Sample quality is very good, particularly if the drill hole is dry
Reserves or Ore Reserves or Mineral Reserves as defined by JORC Code, NI43-101 or CIM Standards.
Proven or Proved Ore Reserve means the economically mineable part of a Measured Mineral Resource. It includes diluting materials
and allowances for losses which may occur when the material is mined. Appropriate assessments, which may include Feasibility Studies,
have been carried out, and include consideration of and modification by realistically assumed mining, metallurgical, economic, marketing,
legal, environmental, social and governmental factors. These assessments demonstrate at the time of reporting that extraction could
reasonably be justified. The term "economic" implies that extraction of the Ore Reserve has been established or analytically
demonstrated to be viable and justifiable under reasonable investment assumptions.
Probable Ore Reserve is the economically mineable part of an Indicated Mineral Resource.
Resource or Mineral Resource means a Mineral Resource as defined by JORC Code, NI43-101 or CIM Standards and is a concentration or
occurrence of material of intrinsic economic interest in or on the earth’s crust in such form, quality and quantity that there are reasonable
prospects for eventual economic extraction. Mineral Resources are further sub-divided, in order of increasing geological confidence, into
Inferred, Indicated and Measured categories.
Measured Resource means a ‘Measured Mineral Resource’ is that part of a Mineral Resource for which quantity, grade (or quality),
densities, shape and physical characteristics are estimated with confidence sufficient to allow the application of Modifying Factors to
support detailed mine planning and final evaluation of the economic viability of the deposit. Geological evidence is derived from detailed
and reliable exploration, sampling and testing gathered through appropriate techniques from locations such as outcrops, trenches, pits,
workings and drill holes, and is sufficient to confirm geological and grade (or quality) continuity between points of observation where
data and samples are gathered. A Measured Mineral Resource has a higher level of confidence than that applying to either an Indicated
Mineral Resource or an Inferred Mineral Resource. It may be converted to a Proved Ore Reserve or under certain circumstances to a
Probable Ore Reserve
Indicated Resource means an ‘Indicated Mineral Resource’ is that part of a Mineral Resource for which quantity, grade (or quality),
densities, shape and physical characteristics are estimated with sufficient confidence to allow the application of Modifying Factors in
sufficient detail to support mine planning and evaluation of the economic viability of the deposit. Geological evidence is derived from
adequately detailed and reliable exploration, sampling and testing gathered through appropriate techniques from locations such as
outcrops, trenches, pits, workings and drill holes, and is sufficient to assume geological and grade (or quality) continuity between points
of observation where data and samples are gathered. An Indicated Mineral Resource has a lower level of confidence than that applying
to a Measured Mineral Resource and may only be converted to a Probable Ore Reserve.
Inferred Resource means an ‘Inferred Mineral Resource’ is that part of a Mineral Resource for which quantity and grade (or quality) are
estimated on the basis of limited geological evidence and sampling. Geological evidence is sufficient to imply but not verify geological
and grade (or quality) continuity. It is based on exploration, sampling and testing information gathered through appropriate techniques
from locations such as outcrops, trenches, pits, workings and drill holes. An Inferred Mineral Resource has a lower level of confidence
than that applying to an Indicated Mineral Resource and must not be converted to an Ore Reserve. It is reasonably expected that the
majority of Inferred Mineral Resources could be upgraded to Indicated Mineral Resources with continue exploration.
Resource Categories:
JORC (2012 edition) means the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves and is a
professional code of practice that sets minimum standards for Public Reporting of minerals Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and
Ore Reserves. The JORC Code provides a mandatory system for the classification of minerals Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and
Ore Reserves according to the levels of confidence in geological knowledge and technical and economic considerations in Public Reports.
NI 43-101 means National Instrument 43-101 and is a national instrument for the Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects within
Canada. The Instrument is a codified set of rules and guidelines for reporting and displaying information related to mineral properties
owned by, or explored by, companies which report these results on stock exchanges within Canada. This includes foreign-owned mining
entities who trade on stock exchanges overseen by the Canadian Securities Administrators, even if they only trade on Over The Counter
(OTC) derivatives or other instrumented securities.
Zn means zinc
Page 92 - Heron Resources Limited - Annual Report 2016
WOODLAWN ZINC COPPER PROJECT
MINERALISED LENS AND MINE PLAN 2016
The Woodlawn deposit was discovered in 1970 with
open-pit operations commencing in 1978 and
underground operations in 1987. Between 1978 and
1998 the operation reported production of 13.8Mt @
9.1% Zn, 1.6% Cu, 3.6% Pb, 0.5g/t Au and 74g/t Ag.
ASX:HRR (cid:129) TSX:HER
www.heronresources.com.au