Scotgold Resources
Annual Report 2011

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ANNUAL REPORT 2011 ABN 42 127 042 773 Contents SECTION PAGE 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 Company Information Review of Operations Directors’ Report Corporate Governance Statement Auditor’s Independence Declaration Statement of Comprehensive Income Statement of Financial Position Statement of Changes in Equity Statement of Cash Flows Notes to the Financial Statements Directors’ Declaration Independent Auditor’s Report Shareholders Details Interest in Exploration Leases 1 2 20 28 37 38 39 40 41 42 59 60 62 64 Photographs contained in this Annual Report are for illustration purposes only and are not necessarily assets of the Company. Company Information 01 ABN Directors Secretary Registered Office 42 127 042 773 John Bentley Chris Sangster Phillip Jackson Shane Sadleir Peter Newcomb 63 Lindsay Street Perth, WA 6000 Telephone: Facsimile: Email: Non-Executive Chairman CEO / Managing Director Non Executive Director Non Executive Director +61 8 9428 2950 +61 8 9428 2955 sgz@scotgoldresources.com Share Registry Computershare Investor Services Pty Ltd Level 2, Reserve Bank Building 45 St Georges Terrace Perth, WA 6000 Telephone: Facsimile: +61 8 9323 2000 +61 8 9323 2033 HLB Mann Judd Level 4, 130 Stirling Street Perth, WA 6000 Telephone: Facsimile: +61 8 9227 7500 +61 8 9227 7533 Bankwest 54 Adelaide Street Fremantle, WA 6160 Auditor Bankers Securities Exchange Listing Scotgold Resources Limited Shares are listed on the Australian Securities Exchange. The home exchange is Perth, Western Australia. ASX Codes AIM Code Website Shares Options Shares SGZ SGZO SGZ www.scotgoldresources.com 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 1 02 Review of Operations ABOUT SCOTGOLD Australian Securities Exchange listed Scotgold Resources Limited (ASX:SGZ) was established in 2007 and listed on the ASX in January 2008 after raising $A4.9M through an IPO, with the objective of advancing the Cononish Gold and Silver Project in Scotland’s Grampian Highlands to a production decision and to explore the highly prospective tenements comprising the Grampian Gold Project for additional deposits. Scotgold has focused initially on the development of the Cononish Gold and Silver Project and has identified resources (estimated in accordance with the JORC Code) in the Measured, Indicated and Inferred categories (see later for breakdown) of 163,000 oz of gold and 596,000oz of silver (at 3.5g/t gold cut-off). An application for planning permission for the project was submitted in January 2010 and was narrowly refused by the National Parks Board in August 2010. The Company subsequently submitted an appeal against the decision in November 2010. Based on further discussions with the Planning Authority, the Company indicated its intention to re-apply for permission in December 2010 and subsequently withdrew its appeal and submitted a revised application in July 2011. On 13th October 2011, the Director of Planning issued a report to the Parks Board recommending approval of the application and at a special meeting on 25th October, the Board approved the application subject to conditions. Production of gold and silver is expected to begin in second quarter 2013 subject to financing, based on the positive outcome of a scoping study conducted by AMC Consultants UK Limited (AMC) which used a long term gold price of US$720/oz. This study is currently being updated with a view to finalising development options. The Grampian Gold Project comprises relevant Crown Licences of some 3200km2 surrounding the Cononish deposit and covers some of the most prospective areas of the Dalradian geological sequence in the UK. This sequence extends westward from the UK to the eastern seaboard of Canada and the Appalachian belt in the US, and eastward into Sweden and Norway, has been identified by the British Geological Survey as being highly prospective for both significant gold and base metal deposits. On a more local scale, the Dalradian sequence extends to the south west from Scotland into the north of Ireland where it hosts other gold deposits at Cavancaw (399,800 oz of gold) which has been operating as an open cut mine since 2006, Curraghinalt (1,560,000 oz of gold), and at Clontibret (1,030,000 oz of gold). On acquisition of the Cononish Gold and Silver Project, Scotgold accessed significant amounts of historic exploration information over the Grampian Gold Project area. This information has been assimilated into a GIS database and forms the basis for ongoing exploration activities which include regional stream sediment sampling, rock chip sampling over the area and diamond drilling (both shallow surface and deeper drilling) at identified key prospects. The Company’s shares were admitted to trading on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange in February 2010. 02 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 2 Review of Operations 02 Scotgold’s Grampian Gold Project license areas in relation to regional geology and structures, gold deposits and operating gold mines in Scotland and Ireland. Cononish Gold and Silver Project - Regional geology showing principal gold occurrences and regional geochemical anomalies. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 3 02 Review of Operations CONONISH GOLD AND SILVER PROJECT CONONISH MINE PLANNING APPLICATION The Cononish gold and silver project was initially granted planning permission in 1996 for the establishment of an underground mine, processing facility, tailings management facility and associated infrastructure. The permission was valid for ten years from the commencement of the development (deemed to have started in April 1997). In April 2007, prior to expiry of the permission, Scotgold submitted an application for extension which remains undetermined and would be withdrawn on final grant of a ‘new’ permission. Scotgold submitted a ‘new’ application for planning in January 2010 after the requisite consultation processes which drew widespread local support. In August 2010, after a recommendation for refusal by the Director of Planning at the National Parks, the Parks Board narrowly upheld this recommendation at a special Board meeting. The Company submitted an appeal against the decision in November 2010. Subsequent to the decision, Scotgold’s directors met on several occasions with senior representatives of the Parks Authority to discuss the issues surrounding their recommendation for refusal, namely the potential landscape and visual impact of the proposed Tailings Management Facility as a consequence of its scale and landform and the probability of success of the restoration techniques proposed. The Company focused on resolving these concerns and sought additional independent input regarding restoration and landscape issues with a view to reapplying for planning permission. Based on the result of these meetings, Scotgold lodged a Planning Application Notice in December 2010 as the start of the process of re-application including further public consultation. A substantial proportion of the community attended the open day in 2011 and continued public support for the project was most encouraging. This support has continued to be reflected in reporting on the Cononish project by the mainstream UK news media over the last few months. During April 2011 the Company announced that it had accepted an offer of a Regional Selective Assistance (RSA) grant from economic development agency, Scottish Enterprise, of up to £600,000 for the establishment of mine facilities and job creation, conditional on the firm obtaining planning permission. Scotgold submitted its revised application for planning permission for the Cononish Gold and Silver project on 17th July 2011 and was again encouraged by the widespread support registered from a range of national and local organizations as well as individuals including local residents, politicians, academia and Scottish based jewellers. The revised application incorporated a significant reduction in the scale of the Tailings Management Facility (afforded by a commitment to underground disposal, post the creation of a suitable underground void) and a revised form for this Facility, in order to minimize the visual impact on the landscape. The application also incorporated more detailed restoration techniques and a number of additional measures aimed at mitigating possible impacts of the development. The application was prepared with the assistance of Scotgold’s planning and environmental consultants, Dalgleish Associates. Dalgleish Associates is a well established consultancy based in Scotland, specialising in resource (minerals and renewable energy) projects in the United Kingdom with considerable expertise in the Scottish system. Technical input regarding the application was provided by Scotgold’s tailings consultants AMEC Earth and Environmental (UK) (AMEC), Cantab Consulting (as competent person for ‘sign off’ of the tailings management facility), Vibrock Ltd (ground vibration and noise consultants) and Rathmell (archaeological studies) as well as by independent specialists in the fields of restoration, landscape and visual impacts and socio economic studies by Ecological Restoration Consultants Ltd, Land Use Consultants and Professor David Bell of Stirling University respectively. At the closure of the ‘formal’ consultation period in September 2011, SEPA (as previously) raised no objection to the application and although SNH raised a ‘technical’ objection regarding mitigatory works proposed by Scotgold as part of the Greater Cononish Glen Management Plan, indicated in their response, that it was capable of being resolved through the application of suitable conditions. The objection was subsequently withdrawn prior to the Board meeting on agreement of conditions . On 13th October 2011, the Director of Planning issued a report recommending approval of the application subject to conditions, this recommendation for approval was upheld by the National Parks Board at a special board meeting on 24 / 25 October 2011. Subsequent to the planning decision, a number of legal agreements require to be completed regarding the development and three months from the conclusion of these, the Crown Estate will issue the requisite mining lease, which is expected to be in early 2012. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 4 Review of Operations 02 PROJECT STUDIES In late 2008, Scotgold commissioned Australian Mining Consultants (AMC) to conduct a scoping study on the Cononish Gold and Silver Project. A summary of the study was announced to the ASX on 17th February 2009 - Cononish Scoping Study confirms economic viability. The study estimated annualised production of 21,000 ozs of gold and 80,000 ozs of silver for a six and a half year production life. Returns using the then spot price of gold (£662 / oz) gave an NPV10 of £25.6M and an IRR of 74%. Operating costs were estimated to be £229 /oz. In June 2010, Scotgold commissioned AMC to update critical components of the 2009 study though this work was put on hold subsequent to the planning refusal in August 2010. Scotgold are in the process of re-engaging AMC to resume work on the update. It is intended that AMC review and update the mining development and production schedule and mining capital and operating costs (with a target +/-15% accuracy) based on the updated resource at Cononish (see ASX Release 5th February 2010 – Cononish Drilling and JORC Update). AMC will also oversee the compilation of the overall Project Development Study with contributions from the Company, its processing, tailings and environmental consultants as a key component of its development decision and basis for examining possible funding arrangements. The study is expected to be completed by December 2011. During the 2010 study period, Scotgold completed a further phase of metallurgical testwork at AMMTEC Laboratories in Perth (Australia), to optimize and finalise the plant flowsheet. The testwork examined various combinations of flotation and gravity / flotation circuits to maximise gold recovery to ‘free gold’ (recovered on site) and overall recovery. All testwork indicated a high amenability to the proposed flowsheet arrangements with recoveries from all testwork in excess of 90% for gold. Following this detailed metallurgical testwork programme, Scotgold commissioned a Definitive Costing Study (+/- 10% accuracy) for the Cononish project processing plant. The study was substantially completed in September 2010 and Scotgold are in discussion to update capital and operating costs as input to the Project Development Study. The proposed flowsheet encompasses two stage crushing, milling followed by a gravity recovery section and subsequent flotation. Concentrates from both the gravity and flotation process will be combined and reground to maximize recovery of ‘free gold’ and to reduce the mass of concentrate required to be transported for further processing. As part of the revised planning application, AMEC completed a revised feasibility level design for the Tailings Management Facility for the Cononish project. The design provides for a facility to retain 0.4Mt of tailings in line with the reduction of visual impacts discussed with the Park Authority and is designed in accordance with all applicable EU and UK legislation. Initial discussions have been held with potential contractors to provide costing input to the Project Development Study. Indicative Key Milestones for Project Development October 2011 December 2011 February 2012 April 2012 Planning Approval subject to conditions Project Development Study by AMC complete Issue of Crown lease Financing arrangements for project concluded Second quarter 2012 Commencement of project development Subject to the successful outcome of these project milestones, Scotgold anticipates first gold production in second quarter 2013. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 5 02 Review of Operations RESOURCES In May 2008, Scotgold released the first Mineral Resource Statement on the Cononish gold-silver deposit reported in accordance with the JORC code, prepared by Snowden Mining Industry Consultants Ltd (“Snowden”). The Measured, Indicated and Inferred Mineral Resource categories totalled 154,000 ounces of gold and 589,000 ounces of silver (using 3.5 g/t gold cut-off). Snowden subsequently noted “based on our experience of the Cononish vein system, we believe that there is an Exploration Target around the mine of between 0.5 Mt to 1.0 Mt at a grade of between 10 g/t Au to 15 g/t Au for up to 320,000 oz Au. Much of this potential is based on the along strike and down dip extensions of the Cononish vein, but there are indications that other reefs are present in the area too. At this stage, such figures are highly conceptual and there is no guarantee that further exploration will define additional resources.” During 2009, the Company identified additional, high grade gold mineralisation in and around the Cononish gold and silver project, following a thorough search of historic data generated by previous exploration companies. As a result of these further investigations and exploration by Scotgold during 2008 - 2009, Snowden was asked in late 2009 to undertake an update on the Cononish resource. The revised resource for Cononish is shown below. Cononish Main Vein Gold Mineral Resources (reported at a 3.5 g/t Au cut-off). Reported using the 2004 JORC Code (JORC, 2004). Tonnages and contained ounces rounded to the nearest 1,000 t or 1,000 oz. Grade rounded to the nearest 0.1 g/t Au. The Inferred Resource grade is reported with a grade range to indicate the likely upside due to the information effect. Classification Measured Indicated Inferred Tonnes (t) 53,000 73,000 311,000 Grade (g/t) Ounces (oz) Gold 17.9 10.2 10.8 (10 – 16) Gold 31,000 24,000 108,000 Scotgold Note: Incorporating the grade range, the Inferred Mineral Resource is estimated to lie between 100,000 oz Au and 160,000 oz Au. It should be noted that any upside may not exist or it may only be present in a portion of the resource. Cononish Main Vein Silver Mineral Resources (reported at a 3.5 g/t Au cut-off). Reported using the 2004 JORC Code (JORC, 2004). Tonnages and contained ounces rounded to the nearest 1,000 t or 1,000 oz. Classification Measured Indicated Inferred Tonnes (t) 53,000 73,000 285,000 Grade (g/t) Ounces (oz) Silver 75.0 43.1 40.1 Silver 128,000 101,000 367,000 This update gives a total metal inventory of 163,000 oz Au and 596,000 oz Ag. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 6 Review of Operations 02 Recent Infill drilling results at Cononish. Snowden noted that there is resource potential in the eastern adit zone and that the estimation of additional Mineral Resources are likely once further drilling is complete. Scotgold resumed drilling at the Cononish gold and silver project in Scotland in October 2009 within the defined resource. The drilling program also targeted mineralisation outside the previously defined resource envelope, specifically the potential down dip continuation of the mineralisation encountered in trenches (up to 16.12 g/t Au over 2.10 metres) surface drill holes (up to 73.10 g/t Au over 1.77 metres) and underground holes (up to 12.35 g/t Au over 1.49 metres). A limited program of short AQ size diamond drill holes was also conducted from within the Cononish adit to test for possible extensions to the identified mineralisation in the eastern part of the adit outside the existing resource, in particular a ‘parasitic’ 1.6 metre-wide quartz vein where high grades (up to 119.9 g/t gold and 97.2g/t silver) have been reported from historic assays and also possible ‘off adit’ intersections on the Cononish vein. The first phase of the program was completed in early 2010 and results finally released in July 2010 are shown in Tables 1 and 2 overleaf. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 7 02 Review of Operations Table 1 Infill Drilling Results Hole From (m) To (m) Downhole intersection (m) Est. true thickness (m) Au g/t Ag g/t Comment Con 09 01 103.95 106.00 Con 10 02 103.00 104.50 Con 10 02a 126.90 127.25 Con 10 05 67.24 83.75 Including 66.24 70.46 And 79.15 83.00 2.05 1.50 0.35 11.04 4.22 3.85 1.98 9.84 41.6 Main Vein intersection 1.41 15.82 52.5 Main Vein intersection 0.31 0.39 42.4 Main Vein Sheared, dyke 6.16 2.35 5.09 2.55 22.8 Mineralised intersection 7.2 Upper vein 2.15 14.82 55.5 Main vein intersection The drilling into the main vein within the Inferred Resource zone above the 400 level continued to encounter high grades and excellent widths of gold and silver mineralisation in most cases Table 2 Eastern Extension Results Hole EA 01 EA 02 including EA 03 EA 04 EA 05 EA 06 EA UG 03 EA UG 02 From (m) To (m) Downhole intersection (m) Est. true thickness (m) Au g/t Ag g/t Comment 49.30 51.60 60.40 60.40 63.00 64.00 60.65 64.00 46.73 47.30 62.80 65.00 112.6 113.15 74.92 76.00 2.50 0.50 3.00 1.00 2.30 3.60 0.25 1.00 0.57 2.20 0.55 1.08 0.50 0.50 1.99 2.68 1.8 Main vein intersection 2.25 0.18 0.72 0.52 1.58 0.25 0.68 7.84 28.35 15.67 3.67 0.94 0.54 1.24 5.16 7.50 12.2 16.6 33.8 4.8 1.4 0.5 <0.5 3.4 5.4 Main vein intersection Main vein intersection Out of payshoot? Out of payshoot? Out of payshoot? ‘Adit’ vein ‘Adit’ vein Results from the eastern extension possibly indicate a westerly plunging payshoot extending over 300 metres beyond the eastern boundary of the previously defined JORC resource, delineated by surface holes EA 01, 02 and 03, underneath the recently announced extension of the resource to the east. Further drilling to define this area is hampered by extreme topography and will be followed up by underground drilling during mine development. Underground holes EA UG 03 and 02 were drilled to test the possible extension of the high grade vein encountered in the adit (Block F). The results indicate vein continuity with encouraging values and warrant further investigation at a later stage. Future possible resource infill drilling requirements will be determined by the results of the Project Development Study. Scotgold believes that there is potential to define further resources close to the Cononish mine, subject to appropriate studies. The extensive gold-in-soil anomalies, mineralisation associated with outcrops and trenching and the large, unexplained geophysical anomaly clearly warrants further follow-up during the development stage. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 8 Review of Operations 02 Eastern Extension drill hole locations Plan of area east of audit showing soil and IP anomalies. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 9 02 Review of Operations CONONISH GOLD AND SILVER PROJECT The Company continues to actively pursue exploration activities on its substantial land position outside the National Park, primarily currently at the Beinn Udlaidh and Auch project areas. It is noted that 85% of the area currently under license to Scotgold is located outside the National Park. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 10 Principal prospects in Tyndrum Area Review of Operations 02 BACKGROUND When Scotgold acquired the Cononish Gold and Silver Project and the greater Grampian Gold Project area in 2007, the Company also obtained a large volume of paper-based historic exploration data generated by previous exploration companies and this data was captured electronically into a Geographic Information System (GIS) database. The Scotgold GIS database includes a broad range of exploration data consisting of rock and soil sample geochemistry, induced polarization (IP), very low frequency (VLF), magnetic and gravity geophysical data, digital geology, mineral occurrences and other data which can be viewed in conjunction with topographic and cartographic information (contours, towns, roads, property boundaries etc). Specific historical data captured for the Grampian Gold Project GIS includes: • 3,189 rock chip samples (boulder and outcrop) • 11,459 soil samples (surface and deep overburden) • 1,923 stream sediment samples • 2,184 geophysical data points Most of the historic data is centred around the town of Tyndrum and it extends over an area of 7 km by 37 km, along the Tyndrum / Glen Fyne Fault A distinction is made between rock chips derived from outcrop and those from boulders which may be some distance from their source. Glacial deposits are known to occur in the area, which have the potential to transport boulders over large distances. Scotgold’s preliminary analysis of the historic data indicates that there are many high grade outcrop and boulder samples within the Company’s licence areas, as shown in the table below: Grade category Number of outcrop samples Number of boulder samples Samples greater than 100 g/t gold Samples greater than 10 g/t gold Samples greater than 1 g/t gold 3 35 95 10 79 166 In 2009 / 2010 Scotgold embarked on a comprehensive follow up program to validate this data and to further extend the coverage over other parts of the Grampian Gold Project, including an extensive rock chip and mapping program in the field. Amongst the highlights of the verification program were high grade outcrops identified at Halladay’s Vein (217.2 and 196.8 g/t gold and > 200 g/t silver) and Coire nan Sionnach (51.2 g/t gold and 14.4 g/t silver). The results of the program show little difference between the gold and silver assays of the 367 new outcrop samples recently collected when compared to their equivalent datasets within the historic database, thus confirming its reliability for use in regional exploration by Scotgold. The frequency of high grade outcrops in the new and historic datasets, and their alignment with regional structural features, are similar to that at the Cononish Project. This pattern supports Scotgold’s contention that its Grampian Gold Project has the potential to host a number of other ‘Cononish style’ gold deposits, in addition to other styles of mineralization such as the breccia pipes at Beinn Udlaidh. Table 3 shows an overall comparison of the 2009 / 2010 outcrop rock chip sampling results with the equivalent historic database data. The data indicates that there is no overall difference between the new and old datasets. Grade category Total samples Samples greater than 100 g/t gold Samples greater than 5 g/t gold Samples greater than 1 g/t gold Historic Data No. of outcrop samples (%) Scotgold Data No. of outcrop samples (%) 728 3 (0.4%) 55 (7.5%) 72 (9.9%) 367 2 (0.5%) 17 (6.1%) 47 (10.3%) 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 11 02 Review of Operations 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 12 Historical outcrop and boulder sampling. Review of Operations 02 The results provide confirmation of the significant number of high grade outcrop gold values and the prospectivity of the 250 km² “principal zone of interest” which surrounds the Cononish Gold and Silver deposit. From the historical database, follow up verification sampling and ongoing exploration initiatives, Scotgold have identified a number of high priority targets for follow up including • Beinn Udlaidh River Vein • Beinn Udlaidh Au Vein • Beinn Udlaidh Breccia Pipes • Auch vein systems • ‘Near Cononish’ targets – Kilbridge, Coire nan Sionnach and Halladays vein BEINN UDLAIDH PROSPECT Scotgold considers the veins systems in the Beinn Udlaidh area to be valid exploration targets in their own right in addition to the already identified breccia pipe target (see Press Release 18 February 2010 – Beinn Udlaidh – Breccia Pipes – Exploration Target Confirmation). An extensive mapping and rock chip sampling program has identified a number of high grade, narrow vein systems, in addition to a significant strike extension to the previously identified Beinn Udlaidh Vein. Beinn Udlaidh River Vein area The River Vein area is located five kilometres northwest of the Cononish gold and silver deposit and outside the boundaries of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Outcrop is confined to rivers and burns due to extensive glacial till cover which is, in many places, deeper than 10 metres throughout Glen Orchy. Previous exploration in this area by Ennex International plc in the 1980s identified high grade boulders, up to 358.9 g/t Au, and which are now thought to be linked to the identified veins. Lamprophyre sills and dykes have also been mapped in close proximity to these veins by Scotgold and previous explorers. Initial mapping and outcrop sampling in the River Orchy by Scotgold in 2010, following up previous explorer’s rock chip sampling results returned exceptional values of 383.2 g/t Au, 321.5 g/t Au and 197.3 g/t Au in rock chip samples at Area A. High grade values were also recorded from rock chip samples at two additional new veins located upstream of the River Vein at Area B, including 171.8 g/t Au, 59.0 g/t Au and 1.89 g/t Au. The veins trend at 3000 – 3200 and are perpendicular to the normal Caledonide trend (2200 – 2400). Observed vein widths are between 10cms and 65cms and exhibit typical pinch and swell characteristics. The veins occur individually and in groups. Further sampling by Scotgold in 2010 over Area B has confirmed the high grade nature of the gold mineralisation, including a grab sample between veins one metre apart, assaying 145.5 g/t Au and 28.5 g/t Ag. Other high gold values in grab samples from the narrow quartz veins in this area included 134.5 g/t Au, 31.8 g/t Ag and 15.0 g/t Au and 7.7 g/t Ag. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 13 02 Review of Operations Glen Orchy River Vein Area Rock Chip and Boulder Geochemistry Subsequent detailed mapping and sampling over a portion of Area A has defined a quartz sulphide vein rich in gold as well as several aplitic fracture zones, rich in molybdenum. A total of 27 rock chip samples were collected from separate areas in order to trace the gold bearing vein across the river as well as to test the extent and grade of the molybdenum mineralisation across the zone The gold bearing vein has now been traced from its discovery location, northwest, across the river to the bank for a distance of 30 metres, where it disappears under several meters of glacial till. The seven samples on the gold vein returned peak values of 194.6 g/t Au with >200 g/t Ag and 103.2 g/t Au with 76.6 g/t Ag. The narrow molybdenum bearing fractures are currently only exposed in the river bed before disappearing under glacial till. They trend approximately northeast – southwest and are spaced at 1 – 5 metre intervals. The aplitic margins containing the molybdenum mineralisation vary from 1cm to 20cms wide. Seven samples (from twenty) of the aplitic fractures reported values of molybdenum in excess 500g/t (the upper calibration limit of the assay method used (ICP – MA/UT)) and were submitted for re-assay at a higher upper calibration limit – all seven samples returned in excess of 1000 ppm (0.1%) Mo. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 14 Review of Operations 02 River Vein Area A rock chip results Scotgold is further researching a possible genetic model for gold and gold/molybdenum occurrences in order to guide future exploration in the area. Of particular interest are the Molybdenum and Tungsten showings in the nearby Starav Granite complex and a large gravity low possibly associated with that granite and trending into the River Vein and Beinn Udlaidh areas. Further mapping of the high grade gold mineralization in the area to determine the orientation of any possible extensions under the adjoining glacial till cover, initial AQ drilling and deeper (NQ) drilling is planned. Beinn Udlaidh vein Previous explorers identified a 900 metre long mineralized vein structure at Beinn Udlaidh Eleven diamond core holes were drilled into this structure in 1989 to a vertical depth of around 100 metres. The drilling intersected gold and silver mineralization over a 500 metre strike length with better results including: GO 88-01 2.57 metres @ 3.8 g/t gold and 221 g/t silver from 51.97 metres GO 88-04 GO 88-05 GO 88-09 GO 88-11 1.02 metres @ 2.9 g/t gold and 109 g/t silver from 104.73 metres 1.47 metres @ 3.3 g/t gold and 21 g/t silver from 102.54 metres 1.56 metres @ 1.2 g/t gold and 36 g/t silver from 123.30 metres 0.53 metres @ 2.2 g/t gold and 95 g/t silver from 60.97 metres 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 15 02 Review of Operations In 2009, Scotgold drilled three 13 to 20 metre-deep, AQ holes into the outcrop of the vein to check previous results. All 3 holes intersected significant gold values with better results (>0.5 g/t gold) including: BUAQ1 1 metre @ 1.98g/t gold and 83.6g/t silver from 1.5 metres Or BUAQ2 BUAQ3 2 metres @ 12.85g/t gold and >200g/t silver from 4 metres 1 metre @ 2.43g/t gold and 31.3g/t silver from 7 metres 6.5m @4,75g/t Au and 87.0g/t Ag 1.5 metres @ 1.93g/t gold and 69.1g/t silver from 18 metres 1 metre @ 3.53g/t gold and 135g/t silver from 3.5 metres 0.5 metres @ 1.87g/t gold and 43.4g/t silver from 6 metres A rock chip sample taken by previous explorers to the north east of the drilled section of the then identified vein extent returned 16.1 g/t gold and 2520 g/t silver. As part of Scotgold’s initial reconnaissance of the potential north east extension in 2009, a confirmatory sample of 16.6 g/t gold, >200g/t silver was returned. In Q3 2010, four further AQ holes were drilled into various potential outcrop locations to the north east of the previously identified structure. Best drill intercepts on the vein include: • BUAQ100 - 11.1 g/t Au, 167g/t Ag over 1.0m • BUAQ101 - 2.39 g/t Au, 139.6g/t Ag over 3.2m Two other holes (BUAQ102 and 103) did not intersect significant mineralisation and appear to have been collared in the hanging wall of the vein. Further rock chip sampling and mapping on the vein structure in the lower reaches of Coire Ghamhnain area in Q3/4 2010 have now confirmed the strike extent of the vein to around 1900m with encouraging gold and silver grades. Initial samples of 47.58 g/t Au with >200 g/t Ag and 46.28 g/t Au with >200 g/t Ag were returned with further follow up across the vein returning samples of 73.2 g/t Au with >200 g/t Ag and 17.7 g/t Au with >200 g/t Ag. Further AQ drilling and deeper (NQ) drilling is planned. AUCH PROJECT AREA The Auch Project Area is situated 10km north east of the Cononish Gold and Silver Project Previous explorers had identified a number of high grade boulders and outcrops at four locations (Coire Ghabhalach, Creag Sheileach, Beinn Odhar and Crom Allt) within the project area. In late 2010, Scotgold conducted further field reconnaissance mapping and follow-up outcrop sampling at these prospects and three new prospects were identified at Clach Bhadach, Leitir Tharsuinn and the Auch Breccia pipe. Limited initial short AQ diamond drilling was conducted at Coire Ghabhalach and Creag Sheileach. Rockchip sampling from the vein systems continued to return high grade gold and silver values over significant strike lengths including (selected values): • Coire Ghabhalach - 23.4g/t gold, 29.6g/t silver • Creag Sheileach - 13.2g/t gold, 36.6g/t silver (previously reported in 2009) • Clach Bhadach - 62.4g/t gold, >200g/t silver • Beinn Odhar – Beinn Odhar vein – 2.1g/t gold, 13.4g/t silver • Beinn Odhar – Coire Thon vein – 9.8g/t gold, 80.4g/t silver • Beinn Odhar – Coire Thon vein – 8.9g/t gold, >200g/t silver, 47 g/t tellurium Ten small diameter (AQ) holes drilled into two vein structures at Auch have returned encouraging gold and silver values, including: • Coire Ghabhalach – 2.1 metres averaging 15.2g/t gold, 36.1g/t silver • Creag Sheileach – 1.0 metres averaging 25.5g/t gold and 14.3g/t silver 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 16 Review of Operations 02 Fieldwork in 2010 also identified a large explosion breccia, possibly similar to the mineralized pipes encountered at Beinn Udlaidh. This occurrence appears to consist of two rounded pipe-like breccias approximately 10000m² in extent, and occur in close association with lamprophyre. Thirty two rockchip samples were taken across the exposed extremities of the breccia and a single sample returned a highly anomalous gold value of 1.7g/t Au. Aurum Exploration Services conducted a ground based magnetic and EM survey over the breccia occurrence and towards a large regional silicified fault zone to the east. The results clearly indicate two strong magnetic anomalies coincident with the shape of the mapped breccia pipes. Further follow up rock chip sampling and AQ drilling is planned. Selected outcrop and drill hole results over Auch area 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 17 02 Review of Operations Competent Persons Statement: The information in this report that relates to Exploration Results is based on information compiled by Mr David Catterall. Pr Sci Nat, who is a member of the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions. Mr Catterall is employed as a consultant to Scotgold Resources Ltd. Mr Catterall 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’. Mr Catterall consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on his information in the form and context in which it appears. The Information in this report that relates to Mineral Resources is based on resource estimates compiled by EurGeol Dr S C Dominy FAusIMM (CP), FGS (CGeol), FIMMM (CEng), FAIG (RPGeo), Executive Consultant with Snowden based in the Ballarat, Australia Office. Dr. Dominy has sufficient experience that is relevant to the style of deposit under consideration and to the activity which he is undertaking to qualify as Competent Person as defined in the 2004 Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore reserves. Dr Dominy consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on this information in the form and context in which it appears. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 18 Review of Operations 02 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 19 03 Directors’ Report DIRECTORS’ REPORT Your Directors submit their report on the consolidated entity consisting of Scotgold Resources Limited and its controlled entities (“Scotgold”) for the financial year ended 30 June 2011. DIRECTORS The following persons were Directors of Scotgold Resources Limited during the whole of the financial year and up to the date of this report unless otherwise stated; In office from In office to John Bentley Chris Sangster Phillip Jackson Shane Sadleir Non-Executive Chairman Chief Executive Officer Non Executive Director Non Executive Director Edmond Edwards Non Executive Director Adam Davey Non Executive Director 17/02/2009 17/10/2007 14/08/2007 12/03/2009 27/01/2009 12/03/2009 present present present present 25/10/2010 25/10/2010 PARTICULARS OF DIRECTORS AND COMPANY SECRETARY John Bentley Non-Executive Chairman B.Tech (Hons) Brunel University Qualifications and experience Mr Bentley has over 40 years of experience in the natural resources sector. He was Managing Director of Gencor’s Brazilian mining company, Sao Bento Mineracao, from 1988 to 1993 when he became Chief Executive of Engen’s Exploration & Production division. In 1996 he was instrumental in floating Energy Africa Ltd on the Johannesburg stock exchange and became Chief Executive for the following five years building it into one of the leading African independent oil and gas companies. 03 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 20 Directors’ Report 03 More recently Mr Bentley was Executive Chairman of FirstAfrica Oil plc and a non-executive director of Adastra Minerals Ltd. He currently serves on the board of a number of resource companies including as Chairman of Faroe Petroleum plc, Deputy Chairman of Wentworth Resources Ltd and Non-Executive Director of Resaca Exploitation Inc, Kea Petroleum plc and SacOil Holdings Ltd. Mr Bentley holds a degree in Metallurgy from Brunel University. Interest in Shares and Options Fully Paid Shares Listed Options Special Responsibilities Overall strategic guidance and UK Capital markets. Directorships held in ASX listed entities None 1,125,000 112,500 Christopher Sangster CEO / Managing Director BSc (Hons), ARSM, GDE Qualifications and experience Mr Sangster is a mining engineer with over 30 years experience in the mining industry. He has a BSc Hons in Mining Engineering from the Royal School of Mines, Imperial College in London and a GDE in Mineral Economics from the University of Witwatersrand. He currently lives close to the Company’s exploration licences at Comrie in Scotland with his wife and family. Mr Sangster’s career covers extensive production and technical experience at senior levels in both junior and multi- national companies in gold, diamonds and base metals in Africa, UK and Canada and covers a wide range of mining applications. Between 1996 and 1999 Mr Sangster was General Manger for Caledonia Mining Corporation for the Cononish Gold Project and a Director of Fynegold Exploration, where he was responsible for all aspects of the project including feasibility study preparation, project due diligence, finance negotiations, exploration initiatives and planning permission applications. After 1999, Mr Sangster moved to the Zambian Copperbelt with Anglo American Plc / KCM Plc where he attained the position of Vice President Mining Services and in 2005 joined Australian Mining Consultants as a Principal Mining Engineer. More recently, Mr Sangster was employed as General Manager for AIM – listed company European Diamonds Plc. Interest in Shares and Options Fully Paid Shares Listed Options Special Responsibilities 5,625,000 562,500 Mr Sangster is the CEO / Managing Director and is responsible for the day to day running of the company. Directorships held in listed entities None 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 21 03 Directors’ Report Phillip Jackson Non-executive director BJuris LLB MBA FAICD Qualifications and experience Mr Jackson is a barrister and solicitor with over 25 years legal and international corporate experience, especially in the areas of commercial and contract law; mining law and corporate structuring. He has worked extensively in the Middle East, Asia and the United States of America. In Australia, he was formerly a managing legal counsel for Western Mining Corporation, and in private practice specialized in small to medium resource companies. Mr Jackson was Managing Region Legal Counsel: Asia-Pacific for Baker Hughes Incorporated for 13 years. He is now Legal Manager for a major international oil and gas company. He has been a director of a number of Australian public companies, particularly mining companies. He has been chairman of Aurora Minerals Limited since it listed in 2004 and Desert Energy Limited, since it listed in August 2007. His experience includes management, finance, accounting and human resources. Interest in Shares and Options Fully Paid Shares Listed Options Special Responsibilities Mr Jackson is Chairman of the Audit Committee and is responsible for legal matters. Directorships held in listed entities Company Name Aurora Minerals Limited Desert Energy Limited 2,187,500 218,750 Appointed 24 September 2003 12 December 2006 Shane Sadleir Non-Executive Director BSc (Hons), FAusIMM Mr Sadleir is a soil scientist and geologist with over 30 years experience in exploration, mining and environmental aspects of the mining industry. He graduated with a BSc (Hons) from the University of Western Australia in 1974 after specialising in the mineralogy and geochemistry of Darling Range bauxite deposits. After initially gaining extensive mining and exploration experience in bauxite and gold deposits in Western Australia, Mr Sadleir has continued to be involved in the exploration for gold, uranium, nickel, base metals, bauxite and mineral sands in Australia and overseas for much of his career. He also has over eleven years experience in the environmental impact assessment of major industrial, mining and land use projects and the remediation of contaminated sites in Western Australia working for the Environmental Protection Authority. In addition to being on the Board of Scotgold Resources, Mr Sadleir is a non-Executive Director of a number of mining companies listed on the ASX, including Trafford Resources Limited and Robust Resources Limited. Interest in Shares and Options Fully Paid Shares Listed Options Special Responsibilities Mr Sadleir is responsible for Investor and Public Relations. 14,478,481 1,447,848 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 22 Directors’ Report 03 Directorships held in listed entities Company Name Trafford Resources Limited Ironclad Mining Limited Robust Resources Limited Appointed Resigned 1 December 2005 12 September 2011 18 September 2007 17 March 2011 3 October 2008 Peter Newcomb Company Secretary FCA (ICAEW) Qualifications and experience Mr Newcomb is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, with over thirty years professional and commercial experience. He has worked in a number of industries and locations including London, Scotland, Singapore and Perth. The majority of his experience over the last ten years has been in the Resources industry in Western Australia. Mr Newcomb is also Company Secretary of Athena Resources Limited. OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW A review of operations of the consolidated entity during the financial year is contained in the Review of Operations section of this Annual Report. PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES The principal activity of the consolidated entity during the year was mineral exploration in Scotland. Operating Results Consolidated loss after income tax for the financial year is $910,466. Financial Position At 30 June 2011 the Company has cash reserves of $950,668. Dividends No dividends were paid during the year and no recommendation is made as to dividends. SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN THE STATE OF AFFAIRS In the opinion of the Directors, there were no significant changes in the state of affairs of the consolidated entity that,occurred during the financial year under review not otherwise disclosed in this report or in the consolidated accounts. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 23 03 Directors’ Report MATTERS SUBSEQUENT TO THE END OF FINANCIAL YEAR On 31 August 2011 the Company announced it had allotted 28,181,626 fully paid ordinary shares at an issue price of $0.05 in accordance with the Offer Document dated 22 July 2011. On 22 September 2011 the Company announced it had placed the shortfall of 4,079,256 at $0.05. The entitlements issue raised a total of $1,613,000. Other than this, since the end of the financial year under review and the date of this report, there has not arisen any item, transaction or event of a material and unusual nature likely, in the opinion of the directors of the Company, to significantly affect the operations of the consolidated entity, in subsequent financial years. LIKELY DEVELOPMENTS AND EXPECTED RESULTS The Company intends to continue its exploration activities with a view to the commencement of mining operations as soon as possible. Further information on likely developments in the operations of the consolidated entity and the expected results of operations have not been included in this report because the Directors believe it would be likely to result in unreasonable prejudice to the Company. MEETINGS OF DIRECTORS The following table sets out the number of meetings of the Company’s Directors held during the year ended 30 June 2011, and the number of meetings attended by each Director. These meetings included matters relating to the Remuneration and Nomination Committees of the Company. Number eligible to attend Number attended John Bentley Chris Sangster Phillip Jackson Shane Sadleir Edmond Edwards Adam Davey AUDIT COMMITTEE 5 5 5 5 2 2 5 5 5 5 2 2 The audit committee is comprised of Mr Jackson who chaired two meetings of the audit committee during the year ended 30 June 2011. REMUNERATION REPORT This report details the nature and amount of remuneration for each director and executive of Scotgold Resources Limited. The information provided in the remuneration report includes remuneration disclosures that are required under Accounting Standards AASB 124 “Related Party Disclosures”. These disclosures have been transferred from the financial report and have been audited. Remunerations policy (audited) The board policy is to remunerate directors at market rates for time, commitment and responsibilities. The board determines payment to the directors and reviews their remuneration annually, based on market practice, duties and accountability. Independent external advice is sought when required. The maximum aggregate amount of directors’ fees that can be paid is subject to approval by shareholders in general meeting, from time to time. Fees for non- executive directors are not linked to the performance of the consolidated entity. However, to align directors’ interests with shareholders interests, the directors are encouraged to hold securities in the company. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 24 Directors’ Report 03 The company’s aim is to remunerate at a level that will attract and retain high-calibre directors and employees. Company officers and directors are remunerated to a level consistent with size of the company. All remuneration paid to directors and executives is valued at the cost to the company and expensed. Performance-based remuneration The company does not pay any performance-based component of salaries. Details of remuneration for year ended 30 June 2011 (audited) Directors’ Remuneration No salaries, commissions, bonuses or superannuation were paid or payable to directors during the year. Remuneration was by way of fees paid monthly in respect of invoices issued to the Company by the Directors or Companies associated with the Directors in accordance with agreements between the Company and those entities. Details of the agreements are set out below. Agreements in respect of cash remuneration of Directors: The Company’s constitution provides that the non-executive Directors may collectively be paid as remuneration for their services a fixed sum not exceeding the aggregate sum determined by a general meeting. The aggregate remuneration has been set at an amount of $300,000 per annum. A Director may be paid fees or other amounts as the Directors determine where a Director performs special duties or otherwise performs services outside the scope of the ordinary duties of a Director. A Director may also be reimbursed for out of pocket expenses incurred as a result of their directorship or any special duties. Executive Directors may be paid on commercial terms as the Directors see fit. The Directors’ are entitled to reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst on company business. The total remuneration paid to directors and executives is summarised below: Director/Secretary Associated Company Year ended 30 June 2010 Fees Consultancy Total John Bentley Chris Sangster Ptarmigan Natural Resources Ltd 84,000 - Phillip Jackson Holihox Pty Ltd Edmond Edwards Tied Nominees Pty Ltd Shane Sadleir Adam Davey Mineral Products Holdings Pty Ltd Shenton Park Investments Pty Ltd Peter Newcomb Symbios Pty Ltd Year ended 30 June 2011 Phillip Jackson Holihox Pty Ltd Edmond Edwards Tied Nominees Pty Ltd Shane Sadleir Adam Davey Mineral Products Holdings Pty Ltd Shenton Park Investments Pty Ltd Peter Newcomb Symbios Pty Ltd - 228,340 54,000 54,000 54,000 54,000 - 300,000 52,000 24,000 50,400 108,000 462,740 - 206,750 27,000 31,500 29,000 9,000 - 150,500 - 10,000 28,400 - 144,500 389,650 84,000 228,340 106,000 78,000 104,400 54,000 108,000 762,740 54,000 206,750 27,000 41,500 57,400 9,000 144,500 540,150 John Bentley Chris Sangster Ptarmigan Natural Resources Ltd 54,000 - The consolidated entity does not have any full time executive officers, other than the managing director as detailed above. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 25 03 Directors’ Report There were no performance related payments made during the year. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES The consolidated entity has conducted exploration activities on mineral tenements. The right to conduct these activities is granted subject to environmental conditions and requirements. The consolidated entity aims to ensure a high standard of environmental care is achieved and, as a minimum, to comply with relevant environmental regulations. There have been no known breaches of any of the environmental conditions. INDEMNIFICATION OF DIRECTORS During the financial year, the Company has not given an indemnity or entered into an agreement to indemnify any of the Directors. AUDITOR HLB Mann Judd continues in office in accordance with section 327 of the Corporations Act 2001. NON-AUDIT SERVICES There were no non-audit services provided during the current year by our auditors, HLB Mann Judd. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 26 Directors’ Report 03 AUDITOR’S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION The auditor’s independence declaration has been received for the year ended 30 June 2011 and forms part of the directors’ report. PROCEEDINGS ON BEHALF OF COMPANY No person has applied for leave of Court to bring proceedings on behalf of the Company or intervene in any proceedings to which the company is a party for the purpose of taking responsibility on behalf of the Company for all or any part of those proceedings. The Company was not a party to any such proceedings during the year. Signed in accordance with a resolution of the directors. CHRIS SANGSTER Managing Director Dated at Tyndrum, Scotland, this 30th day of September, 2011. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 27 04 Corporate Governance Statement CORPORATE GOVERNANCE The Board of Directors of Scotgold Resources Limited is responsible for the corporate governance of the Company. The Board guides and monitors the business and affairs of Scotgold Resources Limited on behalf of the shareholders by whom they are elected and to whom they are accountable. This statement reports on Scotgold Resources Limited’s key governance principles and practices. 1. COMPLIANCE WITH BEST PRACTICE RECOMMENDATIONS The Company, as a listed entity, must comply with the Corporations Act 2001 and the Australian Securities Exchange Limited (ASX) Listing Rules. The ASX Listing Rules require the Company to report on the extent to which it has followed the Corporate Governance Recommendations published by the ASX Corporate Governance Council (ASXCGC). Where a recommendation has not been followed, that fact is disclosed, together with the reasons for the departure. 04 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 28 Corporate Governance Statement 04 The table below summaries the Company’s compliance with the Corporate Governance Council’s Recommendations: ASX Corporate Governance Council Recommendations Reference Comply 1 1.1 Lay solid foundations for management and oversight Establish the functions reserved to the board and those delegated to senior executives and disclose those functions. 2(a) 1.2 Disclose the process for evaluating the performance of senior executives. 2(h), 3(b), Remuneration Report Provide the information indicated in the Guide to reporting on principle 1. 2(a), 2(h), 3(b), Structure the board to add value A majority of the board should be independent directors. The chair should be an independent director. The roles of chair and chief executive officer should not be exercised by the same individual. The Board should establish a nomination committee. Disclose the process for evaluating the performance of the board, its committees and individual directors. 2.6 Provide the information indicated in the Guide to reporting on principle 2. 3 Promote ethical and responsible decision-making 2(e) 2(c), 2(e) 2(b), 2(c) 2(d) 2(h) 2(b), 2(c), 2(d), 2(e), 2(h) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Establish a code of conduct and disclose the code or a summary as to: • the practices necessary to maintain confidence in the company’s integrity; • the practices necessary to take into account the company’s legal obligations and the reasonable expectations of its stakeholders; and • the responsibility and accountability of individuals for reporting and investigating reports of unethical practices 4(a) Yes Establish a policy concerning diversity and disclose the policy or a summary of that policy. The policy should include requirements for the board to establish measurable objectives for achieving gender diversity for the board to assess annually both the objectives and progress in achieving them. Disclose in each annual report the measurable objectives for achieving gender diversity set by the board in accordance with the diversity policy and progress towards achieving them. Disclose in each annual report the proportion of women employees in the whole organisation, women in senior executive positions and women on the board. 4(c) 4(c) 4(c) 3.5 Provide the information indicated in the Guide to reporting on principle 3. 4(a), 4(c) 1.3 2 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 No No No Yes 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 29 04 Corporate Governance Statement ASX Corporate Governance Council Recommendations (continued) Reference Comply 4 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 5 5.1 Safeguard integrity in financial reporting The Board should establish an audit committee. The audit committee should be structured so that it: • consists only of non-executive directors; • consists of a majority of independent directors; • • has at least three members. is chaired by an independent chair, who is not chair of the Board; and The audit committee should have a formal charter Provide the information indicated in the Guide to reporting on principle 4. Make timely and balanced disclosure 3(a) 3(a) 3(a) 3(a) Establish written policies designed to ensure compliance with ASX Listing Rule disclosure requirements and to ensure accountability at senior executive level for that compliance and disclose those policies or a summary of those policies. 5(a), 5(b) 5.2 Provide the information indicated in the Guide to reporting on principle 5. 5(a), 5(b) 6 Respect the rights of shareholders 6.1 Design a communications policy for promoting effective communication with shareholders and encouraging their participation at general meetings and disclose the policy or a summary of that policy. 5(a), 5(b) 6.2 Provide the information indicated in the Guide to reporting on principle 6. 5(a), 5(b) Recognise and manage risk Establish policies for the oversight and management of material business risks and disclose a summary of those policies. 6(a) 7 7.1 7.2 7.3 The Board should require management to design and implement the risk management and internal control system to manage the company’s material business risks and report to it on whether those risks are being managed effectively. The Board should disclose that management has reported to it as to the effectiveness of the company’s management of its material business risks. 6(a), 6(b), 6(d) Yes The Board should disclose whether it had received assurance from the chief executive officer and the chief financial officer that the declaration provided in accordance with section 295A of the Corporations Act is founded on a sound system of risk management and internal control and that the system is operating effectively in all material respects in relation to financial reporting risks. 6(c) 7.4 Provide the information indicated in the Guide to reporting on principle 7. 6(a), 6(b), 6(c), 6(d) 8 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 Remunerate fairly and responsibly The Board should establish a remuneration committee. 3(c) The remuneration committee should be structured so that it: • consist of a majority of independent directors • is chaired by the independent chairman • has at least three members Clearly distinguish the structure on non-executive directors’ remuneration from that of executive directors and senior executives. Provide the information indicated in the Guide to reporting on principle 8. 3(c), Remuneration Report 3(c), 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 30 Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Yes Corporate Governance Statement Corporate Governance Statement 04 2. THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2(a) Roles and Responsibilities of the Board The Board is accountable to the shareholders and investors for the overall performance of the Company and takes responsibility for monitoring the Company’s business and affairs and setting its strategic direction, establishing and overseeing the Company’s financial position. The Board is responsible for: · Appointing, evaluating, rewarding and if necessary the removal of the Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) and senior management; · Development of corporate objectives and strategy with management and approving plans, new investments, major capital and operating expenditures and major funding activities proposed by management; · Monitoring actual performance against defined performance expectations and reviewing operating information to understand at all times the state of the health of the Company; · Overseeing the management of business risks, safety and occupational health, environmental issues and community development; · Satisfying itself that the financial statements of the Company fairly and accurately set out the financial position and financial performance of the Company for the period under review; · Satisfying itself that there are appropriate reporting systems and controls in place to assure the Board that proper operational, financial, compliance, risk management and internal control process are in place and functioning appropriately; · Approving and monitoring financial and other reporting; · Assuring itself that appropriate audit arrangements are in place; · Ensuring that the Company acts legally and responsibly on all matters and assuring itself that the Company has adopted a Code of Conduct and that the Company practice is consistent with that Code; and other policies; and · Reporting to and advising shareholders. · Other than as specifically reserved to the Board, responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Company’s business activities is delegated to the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Management. 2(b) Board Composition The Directors determine the composition of the Board employing the following principles: · · · · · the Board, in accordance with the Company’s constitution must comprise a minimum of three Directors; the roles of the Chairman of the Board and of the Chief Executive Officer should be exercised by different individuals; the majority of the Board should comprise Directors who are non-executive; the Board should represent a broad range of qualifications, experience and expertise considered of benefit to the Company; and the Board must be structured in such a way that it has a proper understanding of, and competency in, the current and emerging issues facing the Company, and can effectively review management’s decisions. The Board is currently comprised of three Non-Executive Directors and one Executive Director. The skills, experience, expertise, qualifications and terms of office of each director in office at the date of the annual report is included in the Directors’ Report. The Company’s constitution requires one-third of the Directors (or the next lowest whole number) to retire by rotation at each Annual General Meeting (AGM). The Directors to retire at each AGM are those who have been longest in office since their last election. Where Directors have served for equal periods, they may agree amongst themselves or determine by lot who will retire. A Director must retire in any event at the third AGM since he or she was last elected or re-elected. Retiring Directors may offer themselves for re-election. A Director appointed as an additional or casual Director by the Board will hold office until the next AGM when they may be re-elected. The Chief Executive Officer is not subject to retirement by rotation and, along with any Director appointed as an additional or casual Director, is not to be taken into account in determining the number of Directors required to retire by rotation. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 31 04 Corporate Governance Statement 2(c) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer The Chairman is responsible for: · · · · · · leadership of the Board; the efficient organisation and conduct of the Board’s functions; the promotion of constructive and respectful relations between Board members and between the Board and management; contributing to the briefing of Directors in relation to issues arising at Board meetings; facilitating the effective contribution of all Board members; and committing the time necessary to effectively discharge the role of the Chairman. The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for: · · implementing the Company’s strategies and policies; and the day-to-day management of the Company’s business activities 2(d) Nomination Committee The Company does not comply with ASX Recommendation 2.4. The Company is not of a relevant size to consider formation of a nomination committee to deal with the selection and appointment of new Directors and as such a nomination committee has not been formed. Nominations of new Directors are considered by the full Board in accordance with the Company’s “Selection of New Directors Policy”. 2(e) Independent Directors The Company recognises that independent Directors are important in assuring shareholders that the Board is properly fulfilling its role and is diligent in holding senior management accountable for its performance. The Board assesses each of the directors against specific criteria to decide whether they are in a position to exercise independent judgment. Directors of Scotgold Resources Limited are considered to be independent when they are independent of management and free from any business or other relationship that could materially interfere with, or could reasonably be perceived to materially interfere with, the exercise of their unfettered and independent judgement. In making this assessment, the Board considers all relevant facts and circumstances. Relationships that the Board will take into consideration when assessing independence are whether a Director: · · is a substantial shareholder of the Company or an officer of, or otherwise associated directly with, a substantial shareholder of the Company; is employed, or has previously been employed in an executive capacity by the Company or another Company member, and there has not been a period of at least three years between ceasing such employment and serving on the Board; · has within the last three years been a principal of a material professional advisor or a material consultant to the · Company or another Company member, or an employee materially associated with the service provided; is a material supplier or customer of the Company or other Company member, or an officer of or otherwise associated directly or indirectly with a material supplier or customer; or · has a material contractual relationship with the Company or another Company member other than as a Director. The Board currently includes two independent non-executive Directors. In accordance with the definition of independence above, and the materiality thresholds set, the following Directors of Scotgold Resources Limited are considered to be independent: Name Position John Bentley Non-Executive Chairman Phillip Jackson Non Executive Director 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 32 Corporate Governance Statement Corporate Governance Statement 04 The term in office held by each director in office at the date of this report is as follows: John Bentley Chris Sangster Phillip Jackson Shane Sadleir In office since 17/02/2009 17/10/2007 14/08/2007 12/03/2009 In recognition of the importance of independent views and the Board’s role in supervising the activities of management the Chairman should be a Non-Executive Director. 2(f) Avoidance of conflicts of interest by a Director In order to ensure that any interests of a Director in a particular matter to be considered by the Board are known by each Director, each Director is required by the Company to disclose any relationships, duties or interests held that may give rise to a potential conflict. Directors are required to adhere strictly to constraints on their participation and voting in relation to any matters in which they may have an interest. 2(g) Board access to information and independent advice Directors are able to access members of the management team at any time to request relevant information. There are procedures in place, agreed by the Board, to enable Directors, in furtherance of their duties, to seek independent professional advice at the company’s expense. 2(h) Review of Board performance The performance of the Board is reviewed regularly by the Chairman. The Chairman conducts performance evaluations which involve an assessment of each Board member’s performance against specific and measurable qualitative and quantitative performance criteria. The performance criteria against which directors and executives are assessed is aligned with the financial and non-financial objectives of Scotgold Resources Limited. Directors whose performance is consistently unsatisfactory may be asked to retire. 3. BOARD COMMITTEES 3(a) Audit Committee The audit committee is comprised of one independent non-executive director, Mr Jackson who chaired two meetings of the audit committee between commencement of the financial year and the date of this report. The role and responsibilities of the Audit Committee are summarised below. The Audit Committee is responsible for reviewing the integrity of the Company’s financial reporting and overseeing the independence of the external auditors. The Board sets aside time to deal with issues and responsibilities usually delegated to the Audit Committee to ensure the integrity of the financial statements of the Company and the independence of the auditor. The Board reviews the audited annual and half-year financial statements and any reports which accompany published financial statements and recommends their approval to the members. The Board also reviews annually the appointment of the external auditor, their independence and their fees. The Board is also responsible for establishing policies on risk oversight and management. The Company has not formed a separate Risk Management Committee due to the size and scale of its operations. 3(b) External Auditors The Company’s policy is to appoint external auditors who clearly demonstrate quality and independence. The performance of the external auditor is reviewed annually and applications for tender of external audit services are requested as deemed appropriate, taking into consideration assessment of performance, existing value and tender costs. It is HLB Mann Judd’s policy to rotate engagement Partners on listed companies at least every five years. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 33 04 Corporate Governance Statement An analysis of fees paid to the external auditors, including a break-down of fees for non-audit services, is provided in the notes to the financial statements in the Annual Report. There is no indemnity provided by the company to the auditor in respect of any potential liability to third parties. The external auditor is requested to attend the annual general meeting and be available to answer shareholder questions about the conduct of the audit and preparation and content of the audit report. There were no non-audit services provided by the auditors during the year. 3(c) Remuneration Committee The role of a Remuneration Committee is to assist the Board in fulfilling its responsibilities in respect of establishing appropriate remuneration levels and incentive policies for employees. The Board has not established a separate Remuneration Committee due to the size and scale of its operations. This does not comply with Recommendation 8.1 however the Board as a whole takes responsibility for such issues. The responsibilities include setting policies for senior officers remuneration, setting the terms and conditions for the CEO, reviewing and making recommendations to the Board on the Company’s incentive schemes and superannuation arrangements, reviewing the remuneration of both executive and non-executive directors and undertaking reviews of the CEO’s performance. The Company has structured the remuneration of its senior executive, where applicable, such that it comprises a fixed salary, statutory superannuation and participation in the Company’s employee share option plan. The Company believes that by remunerating senior executives in this manner it rewards them for performance and aligns their interests with those of shareholders and increases the Company’s performance. Non-executive directors are paid their fees out of the maximum aggregate amount approved by shareholders for non- executive director remuneration. The Company does not adhere to Recommendation 8.2 Box 8.2 ‘Non-executive directors should not receive options or bonus payments’. The Company may, in the future, grant options to non- executive directors. The Board is of the view that options (for both executive and non-executive directors) are a cost effective benefit for small companies such as Scotgold Resources Limited that seek to conserve cash reserves. They also provide an incentive that ultimately benefits both shareholders and the optionholders, as optionholders will only benefit if the market value of the underlying shares exceeds the option strike price. Ultimately, shareholders will make that determination. The remuneration received by directors and executives in the current period is contained in the “Remuneration Report” within the Directors’ Report of the Annual Report. 4. ETHICAL AND RESPONSIBLE DECISION MAKING 4(a) Code of Ethics and Conduct The Board endeavours to ensure that the Directors, officers and employees of the Company act with integrity and observe the highest standards of behaviour and business ethics in relation to their corporate activities. The “Code of Conduct” sets out the principles, practices, and standards of personal behaviour the Company expects people to adopt in their daily business activities. All Directors, officers and employees are required to comply with the Code of Conduct. Senior managers are expected to ensure that employees, contractors, consultants, agents and partners under their supervision are aware of the Company’s expectations as set out in the Code of Conduct. All Directors, officers and employees are expected to: comply with the law; act in the best interests of the Company; · · · be responsible and accountable for their actions; and · observe the ethical principles of fairness, honesty and truthfulness, including prompt disclosure of potential conflicts. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 34 Corporate Governance Statement Corporate Governance Statement 04 4(b) Policy concerning trading in Company securities The Company’s “Dealings in Company Shares and Options Policy” applies to all Directors, officers and employees. This policy sets out the restrictions on dealing in securities by people who work for, or are associated with the Company and is intended to assist in maintaining market confidence in the integrity of dealings in the Company’s securities. The policy stipulates that the only appropriate time for a Director, officer or employee to deal in the Company’s securities is when they are not in possession of price sensitive information that is not generally available to the market. As a matter of practice, Company shares may only be dealt with by Directors and officers of the Company under the following guidelines: · no trading is permitted in the period of 14 days preceding release of each quarterly report, half-yearly report and annual financial report of the Company or for a period of 2 trading days after the release of such report; guidelines are to be considered complementary to and not replace the various sections of the Corporations Act 2001 dealing with insider trading; and · · prior approval of the Chairman, or in his absence, the approval of two directors is required prior to any trading being undertaken. 4(c) Policy concerning gender diversity Scotgold is committed to establishing a policy concerning diversity and disclosure of the policy. The policy will include requirements for the board to establish measurable objectives for achieving gender diversity and for the Board to assess annually the objectives and report in the Annual Report. As a company with a small market capitalisation, the company has a small board. The company has no established policy in relation to gender diversity at present but is aware of the principle and will be alert for opportunities when board changes are contemplated. Given the size of the company and the limited number of employees, reporting the numbers of employees by gender is not regarded as a meaningful statistic. 5. TIMELY AND BALANCED DISCLOSURE 5(a) Shareholder communication The Company believes that all shareholders should have equal and timely access to material information about the Company including its financial situation, performance, ownership and governance. The Company’s “ASX Disclosure Policy” encourages effective communication with its shareholders by requiring that Company announcements: · be factual and subject to internal vetting and authorisation before issue; · be made in a timely manner; · not omit material information; · be expressed in a clear and objective manner to allow investors to assess the impact of the information when making investment decisions; · be in compliance with ASX Listing Rules continuous disclosure requirements; and · be placed on the Company’s website promptly following release. Shareholders are encouraged to participate in general meetings. Copies of addresses by the Chairman or Chief Executive Officer are disclosed to the market and posted on the Company’s website. The Company’s external auditor attends the Company’s annual general meeting to answer shareholder questions about the conduct of the audit, the preparation and content of the audit report, the accounting policies adopted by the Company and the independence of the auditor in relation to the conduct of the audit. 5(b) Continuous disclosure policy The Company is committed to ensuring that shareholders and the market are provided with full and timely information and that all stakeholders have equal opportunities to receive externally available information issued by the Company. The Company’s “ASX Disclosure Policy” described in 5(a) reinforces the Company’s commitment to continuous disclosure and outline management’s accountabilities and the processes to be followed for ensuring compliance. The policy also contains guidelines on information that may be price sensitive. The Company Secretary has been nominated as the person responsible for communications with the ASX. This role includes responsibility for ensuring compliance with the continuous disclosure requirements with the ASX Listing Rules and overseeing and coordinating information disclosure to the ASX. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 35 04 Corporate Governance Statement 6. RECOGNISING AND MANAGING RISK The Board is responsible for ensuring there are adequate policies in relation to risk management, compliance and internal control systems. The Company’s policies are designed to ensure strategic, operational, legal, reputation and financial risks are identified, assessed, effectively and efficiently managed and monitored to enable achievement of the Company’s business objectives. A written policy in relation to risk oversight and management has been established (“Risk Management and Internal Control Policy”). Considerable importance is placed on maintaining a strong control environment. There is an organisation structure with clearly drawn responsibilities. 6(a) Board oversight of the risk management system The Board is responsible for approving and overseeing the risk management system. The Board reviews, at least annually, the effectiveness of the implementation of the risk management controls and procedures. The principle aim of the system of internal control is the management of business risks, with a view to enhancing the value of shareholders’ investments and safeguarding assets. Although no system of internal control can provide absolute assurance that the business risks will be fully mitigated, the internal control systems have been designed to meet the Company’s specific needs and the risks to which it is exposed. Annually, the Board is responsible for identifying the risks facing the Company, assessing the risks and ensuring that there are controls for these risks, which are to be designed to ensure that any identified risk is reduced to an acceptable level. The Board is also responsible for identifying and monitoring areas of significant business risk. Internal control measures currently adopted by the Board include: · · at least quarterly reporting to the Board in respect of operations and the Company’s financial position, with a comparison of actual results against budget; and regular reports to the Board by appropriate members of the management team and/or independent advisers, outlining the nature of particular risks and highlighting measures which are either in place or can be adopted to manage or mitigate those risks. 6(b) Risk management roles and responsibilities The Board is responsible for approving and reviewing the Company’s risk management strategy and policy. Executive management is responsible for implementing the Board approved risk management strategy and developing policies, controls, processes and procedures to identify and manage risks in all of the Company’s activities. The Board is responsible for satisfying itself that management has developed and implemented a sound system of risk management and internal control. 6(c) Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer Certification The Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, or equivalent, provide to the Board written certification that in all material respects: · · · the Company’s financial statements present a true and fair view of the Company’s financial condition and operational results and are in accordance with relevant accounting standards; the statement given to the Board on the integrity of the Company’s financial statements is founded on a sound system of risk management and internal compliance and controls which implements the policies adopted by the Board; and the Company’s risk management an internal compliance and control system is operating efficiently and effectively in all material respects. 6(d) Internal review and risk evaluation Assurance is provided to the Board by executive management on the adequacy and effectiveness of management controls for risk on a regular basis. 7. OTHER INFORMATION Further information relating to the company’s corporate governance practices and policies has been made publicly available on the company’s web site at www.scotgoldresources.com 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 36 Corporate Governance Statement Auditor’s Independence Declaration 05 AUDITOR’S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION As lead auditor for the audit of the financial report of Scotgold Resources Limited for the year ended 30 June 2011, I declare that to the best of my knowledge and belief, there have been no contraventions of: a) the auditor independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 in relation to the audit; and b) any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit. N G NEILL Partner, HLB Mann Judd Perth, Western Australia 30 September 2011 HLB Mann Judd (WA Partnership) ABN 22 193 232 714 Level 4, 130 Stirling Street Perth WA 6000. PO Box 8124 Perth BC 6849 Telephone +61 (08) 9227 7500. Fax +61 (08) 9227 7533. Email: hlb@hlbwa.com.au. Website: http://www.hlb.com.au Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation. HLB Mann Judd (WA Partnership) is a member of International, a worldwide organisation of accounting firms and business advisers. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 37 06 Statement of Comprehensive Income for the year ended 30 June 2011 Revenue Administration costs Depreciation and loss on disposal of fixed assets Employee and consultant costs Listing and share registry costs Office and communication costs Other expenses Notes 2 3 CONSOLIDATED 2011 $ 2010 $ 33,880 46,623 (404,449) (38,448) (236,864) (147,974) (163,441) (76,209) (391,415) (46,714) (376,029) (116,666) (175,746) (78,231) LOSS BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE (1,033,505) (1,138,160) Income tax benefit 4 123,039 - NET LOSS FOR THE YEAR (910,466) (1,138,160) Other Comprehensive Income Exchange gain/(loss) on translation of foreign subsidiaries (44,370) - Comprehensive result for the year (954,837) (1,138,160) Basic loss per share (cents per share) 22 0.67 1.18 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 38 These financial statements should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes. Statement of Financial Position 07 for the year ended 30 June 2011 CURRENT ASSETS Cash and cash equivalents Trade and other receivables Other current assets Total Current Assets NON CURRENT ASSETS Trade and other receivables Plant and equipment Mineral exploration and evaluation Total Non Current assets TOTAL ASSETS CURRENT LIABILITIES Trade and other payables Other current liabilities Interest bearing liabilities TOTAL LIABILITIES NET ASSETS EQUITY Issued capital Reserves Accumulated losses TOTAL EQUITY Notes CONSOLIDATED 2011 $ 2010 $ 5 6 7 6 8 9 10 10 11 12 13 13 950,668 196,303 20,076 1,592,997 122,548 6,527 1,167,047 1,722,072 75,586 173,116 87,719 199,573 10,526,320 8,917,502 10,775,023 9,204,794 11,942,070 10,926,866 297,566 39,845 - 298,948 36,189 7,478 337,411 342,615 11,604,658 10,584,251 14,299,263 12,324,019 (44,370) - (2,650,234) (1,739,768) 11,604,658 10,584,251 These financial statements should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 39 Total Equity $ 7,130,277 5,197,500 - (605,366) (1,138,160) 10,584,251 $ 10,584,251 986,000 1,020,005 29,149 (59,910) $ - - - - - - $ - - - - - (44,370) (954,837) (44,370) 11,604,658 08 Statement of Changes in Equity for the year ended 30 June 2011 CONSOLIDATED Issued Capital Accumulated Losses Option Reserve Foreign Currency Translation Reserve Year Ended 30 June 2010 $ $ $ Balance 1 July 2009 Share Placement Option expiry 7,731,885 5,197,500 (1,203,912) 602,304 - - - 602,304 (602,304) Share issue expenses (605,366) - Loss for the year As at 30 June 2010 - (1,138,160) 12,324,019 (1,739,768) Year Ended 30 June 2011 $ $ Balance 1 July 2010 Share Placements Rights Issue Option exercise Share issue expenses 12,324,019 (1,739,768) 986,000 1,020,005 29,149 (59,910) - - - - Total comprehensive result for the year - (910,466) As at 30 June 2011 14,299,263 (2,650,234) - - - $ - - - - - - - 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 40 These financial statements should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes. Statement of Cash Flows 09 for the year ended 30 June 2011 CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Payment to suppliers Interest income received Notes CONSOLIDATED 2011 $ 2010 $ (1,073,130) 32,285 (1,250,511) 46,623 Net Cash Outflow From Operating Activities 18 (1,040,845) (1,203,888) CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES Payments for exploration expenditure Payment for other fixed assets (1,524,816) (11,992) (2,446,502) (24,946) Net Cash Outflow From Investing Activities (1,536,808) (2,471,448) CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES Proceeds from issue of shares and options Share and option issue transaction costs Hire purchase repayments 2,035,154 (59,910) (7,284) 5,197,500 (605,366) (11,948) Net Cash Inflow From Financing Activities 1,967,960 4,580,186 Net increase / (decrease) in cash held (609,693) 904,850 Effect of exchange rate fluctuations on cash and cash equivalents (32,636) (7,314) Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of this financial year 1,592,997 695,461 Cash and cash equivalents at the end of this financial year 5 950,668 1,592,997 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 41 These financial statements should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes. 10 Notes to the Financial Statements 10 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 42 Notes to the Financial Statements 10 for the year ended 30 June 2011 NOTE 1 – STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basis of Preparation The financial report is a general purpose financial report, which has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Corporations Act 2001, Accounting Standards and Interpretations and complies with other requirements of the law. Cost is based on the fair values of the consideration given in exchange for assets. The financial report has also been prepared on a historical cost basis. The financial report is presented in Australian dollars. The company is a listed public company, incorporated in Australia and operating in Australia and Scotland. The entity’s principal activities are mineral exploration. The accounting policies detailed below have been consistently applied to all of the years presented unless otherwise stated. The financial statements are for the consolidated entity consisting of Scotgold Resources and its subsidiaries. Reporting Basis and Conventions The financial report has been prepared on the basis of accounting principles applicable to a going concern, which assumes the commercial realisation of the future potential of the Company’s and consolidated entity’s assets and the discharge of their liabilities in the normal course of business. The Board considers that the Company is a going concern and recognises that additional funding is required to ensure that the Company can continue to fund its and the consolidated entity’s operations and further develop their mineral exploration and evaluation assets during the twelve month period from the date of this financial report. Such additional funding as occurred during the year ended 30 June 2011 as disclosed in Note 25, can be derived from either one or a combination of the following: · The placement of securities under the ASX Listing Rule 7.1 or otherwise; · An excluded offer pursuant to the Corporations Act 2001; or · The sale of assets. Accordingly, the Directors believe the Company will obtain sufficient funding to enable it and the consolidated entities to continue as going concerns and that it is appropriate to adopt that basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial report. The financial report has also been prepared on an accruals basis and is based on historical costs modified by the revaluation of selected non-current assets, and financial assets and financial liabilities for which the fair value basis of accounting has been applied. Statement of Compliance The financial report was authorised for issue on 28 September 2011. The financial report complies with Australian Accounting Standards, which include Australian equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards (AIFRS). Compliance with AIFRS ensures that the financial report, comprising the financial statements and notes thereto, complies with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 43 10 Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2011 Adoption of new and revised standards Changes in accounting policies on initial application of Accounting Standards In the year ended 30 June 2011, the Group has reviewed all of the new and revised Standards and Interpretations issued by the AASB that are relevant to its operations and effective for the current annual reporting period. It has been determined by the Group that there is no impact, material or otherwise, of the new and revised Standards and Interpretations on its business and, therefore, no change is necessary to Group accounting policies. The Group has also reviewed all new Standards and Interpretations that have been issued but are not yet effective for the year ended 30 June 2011. As a result of this review the Directors have determined that there is no impact, material or otherwise, of the new and revised Standards and Interpretations on its business and, therefore, no change necessary to Group accounting policies. Accounting Policies (a) Basis of Consolidation A controlled entity is any entity controlled by Scotgold Resources Limited. Control exists where Scotgold Resources Limited has the capacity to dominate the decision-making in relation to the financial and operating policies of another entity so that the other entity operates with Scotgold Resources Limited to achieve the objectives of Scotgold Resources Limited. All controlled entities have a 30 June financial year-end. All inter-company balances and transactions between entities in the consolidated entity, including any unrealised profit or losses, have been eliminated on consolidation. Accounting policies of subsidiaries have been changed where necessary to ensure consistencies with those policies applied by the parent entity. Where controlled entities have entered or left the consolidated entity during the year, their operating results have been included from the date control was obtained or until the date control ceased. (b) Income Tax The charge for current income tax expenses is based on the profit for the year adjusted for any non-assessable or disallowable items. It is calculated using tax rates that have been enacted or are substantively enacted by the balance date. Deferred tax is accounted for using the liability method in respect of temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amount in the financial statements. No deferred income tax will be recognised from the initial recognition of an asset or liability, excluding a business combination, where there is no effect on accounting or taxable profit or loss. Deferred tax is calculated at the tax rates that are expected to apply to the period when the asset is realised or liability is settled. Deferred tax is credited in the statement of comprehensive income except where it relates to items that may be credited directly to equity, in which case the deferred tax is adjusted directly against equity. Deferred income tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that future tax profits will be available against which deductible temporary difference can be utilised. The amount of benefits brought to account or which may be realised in the future is based on the assumption that no adverse change will occur in income taxation legislation and the anticipation that the consolidated entity will derive sufficient future assessable income to enable the benefit to be realised and comply with the conditions of deductibility imposed by the law. (c) Plant and Equipment Each class of plant and equipment is carried at cost less, where applicable, any accumulated depreciation. Plant and equipment are measured on the cost basis less depreciation and impairment losses. The carrying amount of plant and equipment is reviewed annually by directors to ensure it is not in excess of the recoverable amount from these assets. The recoverable amount is assessed on the basis of the expected net cash flows which will be received from the assets employment and subsequent disposal. The expected net cash flows have been discounted to their present values in determining recoverable amounts. Subsequent costs are included in the asset’s carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 44 Notes to the Financial Statements 10 for the year ended 30 June 2011 when it is probable that future consolidated benefits associated with the item will flow to the consolidated entity and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All other repairs and maintenance are charged to the statement of comprehensive income during the financial period in which they are incurred. Depreciation The depreciable amount of all fixed assets including capitalised lease assets, but excluding computers, is depreciated on a reducing balance commencing from the time the asset is held ready for use. Computers are depreciated on a straight line basis over their useful lives to the consolidated entity commencing from the time the asset is held ready for use. The depreciation rates used for each class of depreciable assets are: Class of Fixed Asset: Plant and Equipment Depreciation Rate: 15 – 50% The assets’ residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at each balance date. An asset’s carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset’s carrying amount is greater than its estimated recoverable amount. Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with the carrying amount. These gains and losses are included in the statement of comprehensive income. When revalued assets are sold, amounts included in the revaluation reserve relating to that asset are transferred to retained earnings. (d) Exploration and Evaluation Expenditure Exploration and evaluation expenditure incurred is either written off as incurred or accumulated in respect of each identifiable area of interest. Tenement acquisition costs are initially capitalised. Costs are only carried forward to the extent that they are expected to be recouped through the successful development of the areas, sale of the respective areas of interest or where activities in the area have not yet reached a stage, which permits reasonable assessment of the existence of economically recoverable reserves. 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 areas is made. When production commences, the accumulated costs for the relevant area of interest are amortised over the life of the area according to the rate of depletion of the economically recoverable reserves. 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 costs necessitated by exploration and evaluation activities are expensed as incurred and treated as exploration and evaluation expenditure. (e) Impairment of Assets At each reporting date, the directors review the carrying values of its tangible and intangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have been impaired. If such an indication exists, the recoverable amount of the assets, being the higher of the asset’s fair value less costs to sell and value in use, is compared to the asset’s carrying value. Any excess of the asset’s carrying value over its recoverable amount is expensed to the statement of comprehensive income. Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the consolidated entity estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs. (f) Provisions Provisions are recognised where there is a legal or constructive obligation, as a result of past events, for which it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will result and that outflow can be reliably measured. (g) Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash and cash equivalents includes cash on hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of change in value. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 45 10 Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2011 (h) Revenue Interest revenue is recognised on a proportional basis taking into account the interest rates applicable to the financial assets. All revenue is stated net of the amount of goods and service tax (GST). (i) Goods and Services Tax (GST) Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST, except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Tax Office. In these circumstances the GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of the expenses. Receivables and payables in the statement of financial position are shown inclusive of GST. (j) Contributed Equity Issued and paid up capital is recognised at the fair value of the consideration received by the company. Any transaction costs arising on the issue of ordinary shares are recognised directly in equity as a reduction of the share proceeds received. (k) Comparative Figures When required by Accounting Standards, comparative figures have been adjusted to conform to changes in presentation for the current financial year. (l) Segment Reporting Operating segments are reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided to the chief operating decision maker. The chief operating decision maker, who is responsible for allocating resources and assessing performance of the operating segments, has been identified as the Board of Directors of Scotgold Resources Limited. (m) Critical accounting estimates and judgements The application of accounting policies requires the use of judgements, 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 other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates. Key Estimates – Impairment The Directors assess impairment at each reporting date by evaluating conditions specific to the consolidated entity that may lead to impairment of assets. Where an impairment trigger exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is determined. Value-in-use calculations performed in assessing recoverable amounts incorporate a number of key estimates. No impairment has been recognised in respect of costs carried forward as exploration assets. The ultimate recoupment of value is dependent on the successful development and commercial exploration or sale of the respective areas. (n) Share based payments – shares and options The fair value of shares and share options granted is recognised as an expense with a corresponding increase in equity. Fair value is measured at grant date and recognised over the period during which the grantees become unconditionally entitled to the shares or share options. The fair value of share grants at grant date is determined by the share price at that time. The fair value of share options at grant date is determined using a Black-Scholes option pricing model that takes into account the exercise price, the term of the option, any vesting and performance criteria, the share price at grant date, the expected price volatility of the underlying share, the expected dividend yield and the risk free rate for the term of the option. Upon the exercise of the option, the balance of the share-based payments reserve relating to the option is transferred to share capital. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 46 Notes to the Financial Statements 10 for the year ended 30 June 2011 NOTE 2 – REVENUE Revenue Interest received Other income Total revenue NOTE 3 - LOSS FROM ORDINARY ACTIVITIES BEFORE TAX EXPENSES Expenses Borrowing cost expensed Total borrowing cost expensed Depreciation of non-current assets Plant and Equipment Office furniture and equipment Motor vehicles Total depreciation of non-current assets NOTE 4 - INCOME TAX 2011 $ 2010 $ 33,138 742 33,880 46,623 - 46,623 2011 $ 251 251 27,636 54 10,685 38,375 2010 $ 1,098 1,098 33,631 69 13,014 46,714 The prima facie tax benefit at 30% on loss from ordinary activities is reconciled to the income tax provided for in the financial statements as follows: Loss from ordinary activities 954,837 1,138,160 Prima facie income tax benefit at 30% 286,451 341,448 Tax effect of permanent differences Share Issue Costs amortised R & D Tax Offset claimed R & D Tax Offset refund received Other non-deductible expenses 64,070 - (123,039) (5,658) 60,475 (98,431) - (86) Income tax benefit adjusted for permanent differences 221,824 1,079,125 Deferred tax asset not brought to account (98,785) (1,079,125) 123,039 - 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 47 10 Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2011 The directors estimate the cumulative deferred tax asset attributable to the company and its controlled entity at 30% are as follows: DEFERRED TAX ASSETS Revenue Losses after permanent differences Capital Raising Costs yet to be claimed 2011 $ 726,470 149,099 875,569 2010 $ 407,609 213,169 620,778 The potential deferred tax asset has not been brought to account in the financial report at 30 June 2011 as the Directors do not believe it is appropriate to regard the realisation of the asset as probable. This asset will only be obtained if: (a) (b) (c) The company and its controlled entity derive future assessable income of an amount and type sufficient to enable the benefit from the deductions for the tax losses and the unrecouped exploration expenditure to be realised; The company and its controlled entity continue to comply with the conditions for deductibility imposed by tax legislation; and No changes in tax legislation adversely affect the company and its controlled entity in realising the benefit from the deductions for the tax losses and unrecouped exploration expenditure. Franking Credits No franking credits are available at balance date for the subsequent financial year. NOTE 5 – CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Cash at bank and on hand 950,668 1,592,997 NOTE 6 – TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES Current GST / VAT Receivable ATO Research and Development Offset Other receivables Non Current Bond on Tenement NOTE 7 – OTHER CURRENT ASSETS Prepaid expenses 53,932 124,330 18,041 196,303 121,671 - 877 122,548 75,586 87,719 20,076 6,527 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 48 Notes to the Financial Statements 10 for the year ended 30 June 2011 NOTE 8 – PLANT AND EQUIPMENT Plant and equipment Cost Accumulated Depreciation Movement for the year Opening balance Additions Disposals Depreciation expensed Closing balance 2011 $ 2010 $ 329,783 (156,667) 173,116 326,042 (126,469) 199,573 199,573 20,261 (8,343) (38,375) 173,116 221,341 24,946 - (46,714) 199,573 The carrying value of plant and equipment held under finance leases and hire purchase contracts at 30 June 2011 is $nil (2010: $20,095). There were no additions during the year under finance leases or hire purchase contracts. Leased assets and assets under hire purchase contracts are pledged as security for the related finance lease and hire purchase liabilities. NOTE 9 – MINERAL EXPLORATION AND EVALUATION Opening balance Expenditure during the year Closing balance 8,917,502 1,608,818 10,526,320 6,331,773 2,585,729 8,917,502 The ultimate recoupment of exploration expenditure carried forward is dependent upon successful development and commercial exploration, or sale of the respective areas. NOTE 10 – TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES Trade creditors Other accruals NOTE 11 – INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIES Current Hire purchase liability Non-Current Hire purchase liability Terms and conditions 297,566 39,845 298,948 36,189 - - 7,478 - Hire purchase agreements are repayable by monthly instalments, the timing and amount of which are disclosed in Note 14 and at the weighted average interest rate of 8%. Financing Agreements No overdraft facilities have been formalised at 30 June 2011 and neither the company nor any of its controlled entity have lines of credit at 30 June 2011. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 49 10 Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2011 NOTE 12 – ISSUED CAPITAL (a) Issued capital 2011 $ 2010 $ 161,304,411 ordinary shares fully paid (2010: 117,306,762) 14,299,263 12,324,019 (b) Movements in ordinary share capital of the Company were as follows: Date Details Balance at 30 June 2009 03/07/2009 20/10/2009 27/11/2009 24/02/2010 Placement Placement Placement Placement Transaction costs arising on share issues Balance at 30 June 2010 No of Shares Value (cents) 63,415,852 9,500,000 10,900,000 18,190,910 15,300,000 117,306,762 8.50 11.00 11.00 7.78 $ 7,731,885 807,500 1,199,000 2,001,000 1,190,000 (605,366) 12,324,019 Balance at 30 June 2010 117,306,762 12,324,019 11/11/2010 19/01/2011 19/01/2011 14/02/2011 28/02/2011 21/03/2011 27/04/2011 Rights Issue Placement Options conversion Options conversion Options conversion Options conversion Options conversion Transaction costs arising on share issues Balance at 30 June 2011 (c) Movements in options were as follows: 29,133,284 14,500,000 15,526 61,166 76,512 65,566 145,595 161,304,411 3.50 6.80 1,020,005 986,000 1,242 4,893 6,121 5,245 11,648 (59,910) 14,299,263 Date Details No of Options Issue Price Value $ Balance at 30 June 2009 30/04/2010 Expiry of options Balance at 30 June 2010 Balance at 30 June 2010 11/11/2010 Rights Issue (free attaching options) 19/01/2011 Placement (free attaching options) Options conversion Options conversion Options conversion Options conversion Options conversion Balance at 30 June 2011 38,799,204 (38,799,204) 1.00 602,304 (602,304) - - 14,566,586 7,250,000 (15,526) (61,166) (76,512) (65,566) (145,595) 21,452,221 - - - - - - - - - 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 50 Notes to the Financial Statements 10 for the year ended 30 June 2011 (d) Voting and dividend rights Ordinary shares participate in dividends and the proceeds on winding up of the parent entity in proportion to the number of shares held. At shareholders meetings each ordinary share is entitled to one vote when a poll is called, otherwise each shareholder has one vote on a show of hands. NOTE 13 – RESERVES AND ACCUMULATED LOSSES Accumulated Losses Foreign Currency Translation Reserve Accumulated Losses Balance at beginning of the year Net Loss from ordinary activities Options expiring during the year Balance at end of the year Foreign Currency Translation Reserve 2011 $ 2010 $ 2,650,234 1,739,768 44,370 - 2,694,604 1,739,768 1,739,768 954,837 - 2,694,605 1,203,912 1,138,160 (602,304) 1,739,768 Balance at beginning of the year Reserve arising on translation of foreign currency subsidiary Balance at end of the year - 44,370 44,370 - - - NOTE 14 - COMMITMENTS FOR EXPENDITURE (a) Mineral Tenement Leases In order to maintain current rights of tenure to mining tenements, the consolidated entity will be required to outlay in the year ending 30 June 2012 amounts of $58,250 in respect of minimum tenement expenditure requirements and lease rentals. The obligations are not provided for in the financial report and are payable as follows : Not later than one year Later than 1 year but not later than 2 years Later than 2 years but not later than 5 years Minimum expenditure 27,000 27,000 81,000 135,000 Licence Fee 31,250 31,250 93,750 156,250 Total 58,250 58,250 174,750 291,250 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 51 10 Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2011 The Company has a number of avenues available to continue the funding of its current exploration program and as and when decisions are made, the Company will disclose this information to shareholders. (b) Hire Purchase Liabilities Hire purchase agreements are payable : Not later than one year Later than 1 year but not later than 5 years Less charges yet to mature Hire purchase liabilities provided for in the financial statements Current Non-current NOTE 15 - CONTINGENT LIABILITIES 2011 $ 2010 $ - - - - - - - 7,726 - (248) 7,478 7,478 - 7,478 Scotgold Resources Limited and its controlled entities have no known material contingent liabilities as at 30 June 2011. NOTE 16 - INVESTMENT IN CONTROLLED ENTITY Parent Scotgold Resources Limited 42 127 042 773 Australia 100% N/A Registered Number Country of Incorporation Interest Held Value of investment Subsidiary Scotgold Resources Limited SC 309525 Scotland 100% 5,491,881 Subsidiary of subsidiary Fynegold Exploration Limited NOTE 17 - SEGMENT INFORMATION SC 084497 Scotland 100% - Operating segments are reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided to the chief operating decision maker. The chief operating decision maker, who is responsible for allocating resources and assessing performance of the operating segments, has been identified as the Board of Directors of Scotgold Resources Limited. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 52 Notes to the Financial Statements 10 for the year ended 30 June 2011 NOTE 18 - NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS Reconciliation of loss after income tax to net operating cash flows Loss from ordinary activities Depreciation and loss on disposals Exchange loss on revaluation of loans Movement in assets and liabilities Receivables Other current assets Payables Net cash used in operating activities NOTE 19 - KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL (a) Directors 2011 $ 2010 $ (910,466) (1,138,160) 38,448 - 46,714 (9,286) (872,019) (1,100,732) (141,615) 41,760 (68,971) 5,851 (97,819) (11,188) (1,040,845) (1,203,888) The names and positions of Directors in office at any time during the financial year are: In office from In office to John Bentley Chris Sangster Phillip Jackson Shane Sadleir Edmond Edwards Adam Davey Non-Executive Chairman Managing Director Non Executive Director Non Executive Director Non Executive Director Non Executive Director 17/02/2009 17/10/2007 14/08/2007 12/03/2009 27/01/2009 12/03/2009 present present present present 25/10/2010 25/10/2010 (b) Remuneration Polices Remuneration policies are disclosed in the Remuneration Report which is contained in the Directors’ Report. (c) Directors’ Remuneration No salaries, commissions, bonuses or superannuation were paid or payable to directors during the year. Remuneration was by way of fees paid monthly in respect of invoices issued to the Company by the Directors or Companies associated with the Directors in accordance with agreements between the Company and those entities. The Directors’ are entitled to reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst on company business. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 53 10 Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2011 The total remuneration paid to directors is summarised below: Director/Secretary Associated Company Year ended 30 June 2010 Fees Consultancy Total John Bentley Chris Sangster Ptarmigan Natural Resources Ltd 84,000 - Phillip Jackson Holihox Pty Ltd Edmond Edwards Tied Nominees Pty Ltd Shane Sadleir Adam Davey Mineral Products Holdings Pty Ltd Shenton Park Investments Pty Ltd Peter Newcomb Symbios Pty Ltd Year ended 30 June 2011 Phillip Jackson Holihox Pty Ltd Edmond Edwards Tied Nominees Pty Ltd Shane Sadleir Adam Davey Mineral Products Holdings Pty Ltd Shenton Park Investments Pty Ltd Peter Newcomb Symbios Pty Ltd John Bentley Chris Sangster Ptarmigan Natural Resources Ltd 54,000 - - 228,340 54,000 54,000 54,000 54,000 - 300,000 52,000 24,000 50,400 - 108,000 462,740 - 206,750 27,000 31,500 29,000 9,000 - 150,500 - 10,000 28,400 - 144,500 389,650 84,000 228,340 106,000 78,000 104,400 54,000 108,000 762,740 54,000 206,750 27,000 41,500 57,400 9,000 144,500 540,150 (d) Shareholding John Bentley Chris Sangster Phillip Jackson Edmond Edwards Shane Sadleir Adam Davey John Bentley Chris Sangster Phillip Jackson Edmond Edwards Shane Sadleir Adam Davey 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 54 Balance 30 June 2009 Purchase and Sales Balance at date of resignation Balance 30 June 2010 - 900,000 4,500,000 1,750,000 1,760,000 11,582,785 - - - 87,843 - - 19,592,785 987,843 - - - - - - - 900,000 4,500,000 1,750,000 1,847,843 11,582,785 -w 20,580,628 Balance 30 June 2010 Purchase and Sales Balance at date of resignation Balance 30 June 2011 900,000 4,500,000 1,750,000 1,847,843 225,000 1,125,000 437,500 N/A N/A N/A - 1,847,843 11,582,785 2,895,696 - - N/A - 1,125,000 5,625,000 2,187,500 N/A 14,478,481 N/A 20,580,628 4,683,196 1,847,843 23,415,981 Notes to the Financial Statements 10 for the year ended 30 June 2011 (e) Aggregate amounts payable to Directors and their personally related entities. Consolidated Entity Consolidated Entity 2011 $ 2010 $ 16,669 40,200 Balance 30 June 2009 Rights Issue Expired during the year Balance 30 June 2010 3,750,000 1,625,000 1,330,000 6,752,905 1,000,000 14,457,905 - - - - - - 3,750,000 1,625,000 1,330,000 6,752,905 1,000,000 14,457,905 - - - - - - Balance 30 June 2010 Rights Issue Converted during the year Balance 30 June 2011 - - - - - - - 112,500 562,500 218,750 - 1,447,848 - 2,341,598 - - - - - - - 112,500 562,500 218,750 N/A 1,447,848 N/A 2,341,598 Accounts payable (f) Optionholding Chris Sangster Phillip Jackson Edmond Edwards Shane Sadleir Adam Davey John Bentley Chris Sangster Phillip Jackson Edmond Edwards Shane Sadleir Adam Davey NOTE 20 - RELATED PARTY INFORMATION Transactions within the Consolidated Entity Aggregate amount receivable within the consolidated entities at balance date Parent Entity Parent Entity 2011 $ 2010 $ Non-current receivables 10,264,890 8,228,179 NOTE 21 - REMUNERATION OF AUDITORS Auditing and reviewing of the financial statements of Scotgold Resources Limited and of its controlled entities. Other services (independent accountants report) 2011 $ 34,150 - 34,150 2010 $ 24,800 9,900 34,700 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 55 10 Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2011 NOTE 22 - LOSS PER SHARE Weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the year used in the calculation of basic loss per share There are no potential ordinary shares on issue at the date of this report. NOTE 23 - FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS (a) Financial Risk Management Policies 2011 Number 2010 Number 142,279,083 96,539,464 The consolidated entity’s financial instruments consist mainly of deposits with banks, accounts receivable, accounts payable and hire purchase liabilities. The board’s overall risk management strategy seeks to assist the group in meeting its financial targets, whilst maintaining potential adverse effects on financial performance. The group has developed a framework for a risk management policy and internal compliance and control systems that covers the organisational, financial and operational aspects of the group’s affairs. The Chairman is responsible for ensuring the maintenance of, and compliance with, appropriate systems. Financial Risk Exposures and Management The main risks the group is exposed to through its financial instruments are interest rate risk, foreign currency risk and liquidity risk. Interest Rate Risk The consolidated entity’s exposure to interest rate risk, which is the risk that a financial instrument’s value will fluctuate as a result of change in the market, interest rate and the effective weighed average interest rate on these financial assets, is as follows: Financial Assets Cash at Bank Total Financial Assets Weighted Average Effective Interest Rate 2011 2010 2.7% 5.0% Floating Interest Rate 2011 2010 950,668 950,668 1,592,997 1,592,997 There are no Financial Liabilities subject to interest rate fluctuations. The aggregate net fair values and carrying amounts of financial assets and financial liabilities are disclosed in the balance sheet and in the notes to and forming part of the financial statements. Interest Rate Sensitivity Analysis The Group has performed a sensitivity analysis relating to its exposure to interest rate risk. This sensitivity analysis demonstrates the effect on the current year results and equity which could result in a change in these risks. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 56 Notes to the Financial Statements 10 for the year ended 30 June 2011 At 30 June 2011 the effect on the loss and equity as a result of changes in the interest rate with all other variables remaining constant is as follows: Change in Loss · Increase in interest by 2% · Decrease in interest by 2% Change in Equity · Increase in interest by 2% · Decrease in interest by 2% Foreign Currency Risk 2011 $ (24,524) 24,524 24,524 (24,524) 2010 $ (37,298) 37,298 37,298 (37,298) The Group undertakes certain transactions denominated in foreign currencies, hence exposures to exchange rate fluctuations arise. The carrying amount of the Group’s foreign currency denominated monetary assets and monetary liabilities at the reporting date is as follows: Currency £ Sterling Foreign currency Liabilities 2011 $ Assets 2011 $ Liabilities 2010 $ Assets 2010 $ 185,865 411,530 209,686 348,912 Other than translational risk the Group has no significant exposure to foreign currency risk at the balance date. Liquidity Risk The group manages liquidity risk by monitoring forecast cash flows. Credit Risk The maximum exposure to credit risk, excluding the value of any collateral or other security, at balance date, is the carrying amount net of any provisions for doubtful debts, as disclosed in the statement of financial position and notes to the financial statement. In the case of cash deposited, credit risk is minimised by depositing with recognised financial intermediaries such as banks, subject to Australian Prudential Regulation Authority Supervision. The consolidated entity does not have any material risk exposure to any single debtor or group of debtors under financial instruments entered into by it. Capital Management Risk Management controls the capital of the Group in order to maximise the return to shareholders and ensure that the group can fund its operations and continue as a going concern. Management effectively manages the group’s capital by assessing the group’s financial risks and adjusting its capital structure in response to changes in these risks and in the market. These responses include the management of expenditure and debt levels and share and option issues. There have been no changes in the strategy adopted by management to control capital of the group since the prior year. Net Fair Values For financial assets and liabilities, the net fair value approximates their carrying value. The consolidated entity has no financial assets or liabilities that are readily traded on organised markets at balance date and has no financial assets where the carrying amount exceeds net fair values at balance date. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 57 10 Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2011 NOTE 24 - PARENT ENTITY DISCLOSURES Financial Position CURRENT ASSETS Cash and cash equivalents Trade and other receivables Total Current Assets NON CURRENT ASSETS Plant and equipment Investment in subsidiary Loan to subsidiary Total Non Current assets TOTAL ASSETS CURRENT LIABILITIES Trade and other payables Other current liabilities Total Current Liabilities TOTAL LIABILITIES NET ASSETS EQUITY Issued capital Accumulated losses TOTAL EQUITY Financial Performance 2011 $ 604,040 151,477 2010 $ 1,356,699 16,460 755,517 1,373,160 6,473 5,491,881 10,264,890 6,968 5,491,881 8,228,179 15,763,244 13,727,028 16,518,761 15,100,188 151,546 - 122,929 10,000 151,546 132,929 151,546 132,929 16,367,215 14,967,258 18,376,754 (2,009,539) 16,401,510 (1,434,252) 16,367,215 14,967,258 Loss for the year Other comprehensive income - options expired during the year Total comprehensive income (575,287) - (575,287) (836,981) 602,304 234,677 The parent entity has not entered into any guarantees in relation to debts of its subsidiaries, has no contingent liabilities, and has no commitments for acquisition of property, plant and equipment. NOTE 25 - MATTERS SUBSEQUENT TO THE END OF FINANCIAL YEAR On 31 August 2011 the Company announced it had allotted 28,181,626 fully paid ordinary shares at an issue price of $0.05 in accordance with the Offer Document dated 22 July 2011. On 22 September 2011 the Company announced it had placed the shortfall of 4,079,256 at $0.05. The entitlements issue raised a total of $1,613,000. Other than this, since the end of the financial year under review and the date of this report, there has not arisen any item, transaction or event of a material and unusual nature likely, in the opinion of the directors of the Company, to significantly affect the operations of the consolidated entity, in subsequent financial years. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 58 Directors’ Declaration 11 1. In the opinion of the Directors of Scotgold Resources Limited (the ‘Company’): a. the accompanying financial statements and notes are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 including: i. giving a true and fair view of the consolidated entity’s financial position as at 30 June 2011 and of its performance for the year then ended; and ii. complying with Australian Accounting Standards, the Corporations Regulations 2001, professional reporting requirements and other mandatory requirements. b. There are reasonable grounds to believe that the company will be able to pay its debts as and when they become due and payable. c. The financial statements and notes thereto are in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards issued by the International Accounting Standards Board. This declaration has been made after receiving the declarations required to be made to the directors in accordance with Section 295A of the Corporations Act 2001 for the financial year ended 30 June 2011. This declaration is made in accordance with a resolution of the Board of Directors. CHRIS SANGSTER – Managing Director Dated at Tyndrum, Scotland, this 30th day of September, 2011. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 59 12 Independent Auditor’s Report INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT To the members of Scotgold Resources Limited Report on the Financial Report We have audited the accompanying financial report of Scotgold Resources Limited (“the company”), which comprises the statement of financial position as at 30 June 2011, the statement of comprehensive income, the statement of changes in equity and the statement of cash flows for the year then ended, notes comprising a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory information, and the directors’ declaration for the consolidated entity. The consolidated entity comprises the company and the entities it controlled at the year’s end or from time to time during the financial year. Directors’ Responsibility for the Financial Report The directors of the company are responsible for the preparation of the financial report that gives a true and fair view in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and the Corporations Act 2001 and for such internal control as the directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of the financial report that is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In Note 1, the directors also state, in accordance with Accounting Standard AASB 101: Presentation of Financial Statements, that the consolidated financial report complies with International Financial Reporting Standards. Auditor’s Responsibility Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial report based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. Those standards require that we comply with relevant ethical requirements relating to audit engagements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance whether the financial report is free from material misstatement. An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial report. The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgement, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial report, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the company’s preparation and fair presentation of the financial report in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the company’s internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the directors, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial report. Our audit did not involve an analysis of the prudence of business decisions made by directors or management. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion. HLB Mann Judd (WA Partnership) ABN 22 193 232 714 Level 4, 130 Stirling Street Perth WA 6000. PO Box 8124 Perth BC 6849 Telephone +61 (08) 9227 7500. Fax +61 (08) 9227 7533. Email: hlb@hlbwa.com.au. Website: http://www.hlb.com.au Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation. HLB Mann Judd (WA Partnership) is a member of International, a worldwide organisation of accounting firms and business advisers. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 60 Independent Auditor’s Report 12 Matters relating to the electronic presentation of the audited financial report This auditor’s report relates to the financial report and remuneration report of Scotgold Resources Limited for the financial year ended 30 June 2011 included on Scotgold Resources Limited’s website. The company’s directors are responsible for the integrity of the Scotgold Resources Limited website. We have not been engaged to report on the integrity of this website. The auditor’s report refers only to the financial report and remuneration report identified in this report. It does not provide an opinion on any other information which may have been hyperlinked to/from the financial report. If users of the financial report are concerned with the inherent risks arising from publication on a website, they are advised to refer to the hard copy of the audited financial report and remuneration report to confirm the information contained in this website version of the financial report. Independence In conducting our audit, we have complied with the independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001. Auditor’s Opinion In our opinion: (a) the financial report of Scotgold Resources Limited is in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001, including: (i) giving a true and fair view of the consolidated entity’s financial position as at 30 June 2011 and of its performance for the year ended on that date; and (ii) complying with Australian Accounting Standards and the Corporations Regulations 2001; and (b) the financial report also complies with International Financial Reporting Standards as disclosed in Note 1. Report on the Remuneration Report We have audited the Remuneration Report included in the directors’ report for the year ended 30 June 2011. The directors of the company are responsible for the preparation and presentation of the Remuneration Report in accordance with section 300A of the Corporations Act 2001. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Remuneration Report, based on our audit conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. Auditor’s Opinion In our opinion, the Remuneration Report of Scotgold Resources Limited for the year ended 30 June 2011 complies with section 300A of the Corporations Act 2001. HLB MANN JUDD Chartered Accountants N G NEILL Partner Perth, Western Australia 30 September 2011 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 61 13 Shareholder Details ANALYSIS OF SHAREHOLDING at 20 October 2011 1 1,001 5,001 10,001 100,001 - - - - - 1,000 5,000 10,000 100,000 or more Shares ASX 55 78 160 811 215 1,319 Shares AIM 4 11 10 81 52 158 Shares Total 59 89 170 892 267 1,477 Options 59 249 83 241 25 657 Total on Issue 137,514,865 56,075,969 193,590,834 21,426,680 Voting Rights Article 16 of the Constitution specifies that on a show of hands every member present in person, by attorney or by proxy shall have : a) b) for every fully paid share held by him one vote for every share which is not fully paid a fraction of the vote equal to the amount paid up on the share over the nominal value of the shares Substantial Shareholders The following substantial shareholders have notified the Company in accordance with Corporation Act 2001. Kenglo One Limited Mr Shane Beatty Sadleir Mr Christopher Sangster Directors’ Shareholding Shares 15,715,000 14,478,481 6,157,000 % 8.1 7.5 3.2 The interest of each director in the share capital of the Company is detailed at Note 19. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 62 Shareholder Details 13 TOP TWENTY SHAREHOLDERS Name Shares Percent Rank KENGLO ONE LIMITED MR SHANE BEATTY SADLEIR GILTSPUR NOMINEES LIMITED L R NOMINEES LIMITED HSDL NOMINEES LIMITED TIED NOMINEES PTY LTD TD WATERHOUSE NOMINEES (EUROPE) LIMITED BARCLAYSHARE NOMINEES LIMITED MS ANGELA ELIZABETH CUSACK HARGREAVES LANSDOWN (NOMINEES) LIMITED <15942> HSDL NOMINEES LIMITED BANQUEST PTY LIMITED MR PHILLIP JACKSON MS DORITA THOMSON HSDL NOMINEES LIMITED JAMES CAPEL (NOMINEES) LIMITED STONYDEEP INVESTMENTS PTY LTD TRANSACT NOMINEES LIMITED JP MORGAN NOMINEES AUSTRALIA LIMITED TD WATERHOUSE NOMINEES (EUROPE) LIMITED 15,715,000 14,478,481 6,940,650 4,966,487 4,807,611 4,344,449 4,239,834 3,688,902 3,035,000 2,732,262 2,436,764 2,297,583 2,187,500 2,071,000 1,884,501 1,856,847 1,793,124 1,792,422 1,651,732 1,529,287 8.1% 7.5% 3.6% 2.6% 2.5% 2.2% 2.2% 1.9% 1.6% 1.4% 1.3% 1.2% 1.1% 1.1% 1.0% 1.0% 0.9% 0.9% 0.9% 0.8% 84,449,436 43.6% 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 ASX ASX AIM AIM AIM ASX AIM AIM ASX AIM AIM ASX ASX ASX AIM AIM ASX AIM ASX AIM TOP TWENTY OPTIONHOLDERS Name Shares Percent Rank KENGLO ONE LIMITED MR SHANE BEATTY SADLEIR MR CHRISTOPHER SANGSTER SARUMAN HOLDINGS PTY LTD BARCLAYSHARE NOMINEES LIMITED MS ANGELA ELIZABETH CUSACK MR SIMON ROBERT EVANS MR TIMOTHY JOHN LEWIS + MRS PRUE LEWIS ROBERTSON ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES PTY LTD MR PHILLIP JACKSON MR CHRISTOPHER RICHARD BROWN MS TERESA DE LUCA L R NOMINEES LIMITED MR PATRICK LAURENCE O’DONNELL JP MORGAN NOMINEES AUSTRALIA LIMITED NATIONAL NOMINEES LIMITED STONYDEEP INVESTMENTS PTY LTD MRS ELIZABETH HEATH MR JOHN FRANCIS KINCADE + MRS JUDITH ANNE KINCADE MR MICHAEL SEAN MUHLING 7,250,000 1,447,848 562,500 557,144 512,915 303,500 270,197 250,000 250,000 218,750 215,777 200,000 177,542 175,751 168,895 162,464 161,568 150,000 150,000 131,767 33.8% 6.8% 2.6% 2.6% 2.4% 1.4% 1.3% 1.2% 1.2% 1.0% 1.0% 0.9% 0.8% 0.8% 0.8% 0.8% 0.8% 0.7% 0.7% 0.6% 13,316,618 62.1% 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 63 14 Interest in Exploration Leases Scotland Location Cononish Glen Orchy Cononish Glen Orchy Glen Lyon Inverliever Agreement Landholder Lease Grant Date 23 July 2009 Mineral Licence 5 November 2007 Mineral Licence 5 November 2007 Mineral Licence 5 November 2007 Area 20 sq km 975 sq km 1,369 sq km 864 sq km Mining Leases in Scotland – general information The mineral rights to gold and silver in most of Britain, including Scotland, are generally owned by the Crown, and a licence for the exploration and a lease for exploitation of these metals must be obtained from the Crown Estate Commissioners through the Crown Mineral Agent. Surface rights ( and other minerals rights) are generally held by the landowner with whom access and lease agreements must similarly be obtained. Mineral developments in Scotland are governed by the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act, with responsibility for planning control exercised by the local Authority. Statutory designations inform as to the appropriate levels of environmental assessment to be carried out. 1 1 0 2 T R O P E R L A U N N A D E T I M I L S E C R U O S E R D L O G T O C S 64 MacCulloch 1840 Geological Map of Scotland The first Geological Map of Scotland Reproduced by permission of the British Geological Survey. ©NERC. All rights reserved. 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