# CHN: Annual Report to Shareholders Canonical Atlas analysis: https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8 Original source: https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03145584 Publisher: asx Original announcement: 2026-09-29T08:29:00.000Z Analysis by Minestarters Atlas Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-29T14:25:10.043Z Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-29T14:25:10.043Z - Company: Chalice Mining Limited - Ticker: CHN - Exchange: ASX - Region: Western Australia - Primary commodity: Palladium - Secondary commodities: Platinum, Gold, Nickel, Copper, Cobalt, Rare earth elements, Silver - Document categories: Resource update, Permitting, Drill results - Extracted: 2026-09-29 14:25:10 UTC Narrative sentiment: 0.80 · Bullish ## Minestarters Atlas summary Chalice Mining Limited's Annual Report for 2026 details robust Pre-Feasibility Study results for its Gonneville PGM-Nickel-Copper-Cobalt Project, confirming strong economics and a maiden Ore Reserve. The company is progressing towards a Final Investment Decision in H1 CY28, with significant advancements in regulatory approvals and the Feasibility Study. Additionally, new high-grade rare earth element rock chip samples were reported from the Deep Blue target within the Northam Project. Reasoning: The annual report highlights strong Pre-Feasibility Study results for the Gonneville PGM-Nickel-Copper-Cobalt Project, including a maiden Ore Reserve and significant progress towards a Final Investment Decision. New exploration results at the Deep Blue target also show high-grade rare earth elements. - Positive factor: PFS confirms robust economics with A$1.4bn NPV8% and 23% IRR \(pre-tax\) - Positive factor: Maiden Ore Reserve of 260Mt defined for Gonneville Project - Positive factor: Gonneville projected to be the lowest cost PGM mine in the western world - Positive factor: Significant progress on regulatory approvals and Feasibility Study - Positive factor: New high-grade rare earth element rock chip samples at Deep Blue target Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source. Facts used in scoring: 76 ## Classification and evidence **Resource Update** Polarity: neutral Definition: Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress. Why it applies: The document provides an updated Mineral Resource Estimate for the Gonneville Project. Evidence · text > Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves **Measured Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves. Why it applies: The Gonneville Mineral Resource Estimate includes a Measured category for various commodities. Evidence · table > MEASURED Context: 2.9 **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: The Gonneville Mineral Resource Estimate includes an Indicated category for various commodities. Evidence · table > INDICATED Context: 400 **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: The Gonneville Mineral Resource Estimate includes an Inferred category for various commodities. Evidence · table > INFERRED Context: 250 **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: The document reports a maiden Ore Reserve for Gonneville, including a Proved category. Evidence · table > PROVED Context: 2.5 **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: The document reports a maiden Ore Reserve for Gonneville, including a Probable category. Evidence · table > PROBABLE Context: 260 **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: Both the Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve Estimates are reported in accordance with the JORC Code \(2012\). Evidence · text > The Resource underpinning the production targets in the Study has been prepared by a Competent Person and reported in accordance with the requirements of the JORC Code \(2012\). **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: Competent Persons Mike Millad, Mike Job, and Dan Donald are named and have signed off on the estimates. Evidence · text > The information in this Annual Report that relates to Mineral Resources in relation to the Gonneville PGM-Ni-Cu-Co Project is based on and fairly represents information and supporting documentation compiled by Mike Millad and Mike Job. **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: The cut-off grades for the Mineral Resource Estimate are clearly stated. Evidence · text > Resources reported above a pit constrained cut-off of A$25/t NSR and underground MSO cut-off of A$110/t NSR **Bonanza Intercept** Polarity: positive Definition: Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm. Why it applies: Rock chip samples at Deep Blue show highly anomalous TREO grades up to 19.26%. Evidence · table > 19.26 Context: CFR501 ## Extracted facts Stored fact records: 76. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record. ## Drill Results (18) ### Fact 1 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-58) Northam · rare earth elements #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: rare earth elements - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 19.26 - Grade Unit: % #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade TREO rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High TREO grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 19.26 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 2 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-59) Northam · lanthanum #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: lanthanum - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 4.52 - Grade Unit: % #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade lanthanum rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 4.52 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 3 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-60) Northam · cerium #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: cerium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 8.56 - Grade Unit: % #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade cerium rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 8.56 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 4 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-61) Northam · praseodymium #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: praseodymium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 10000 - Grade Unit: ppm #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade praseodymium rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 10,000 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 5 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-62) Northam · neodymium #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: neodymium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 35500 - Grade Unit: ppm #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade neodymium rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 35,500 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 6 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-63) Northam · samarium #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: samarium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 6000 - Grade Unit: ppm #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade samarium rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 6,000 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 7 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-64) Northam · europium #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: europium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 1400 - Grade Unit: ppm #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade europium rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 1,400 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 8 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-65) Northam · gadolinium #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: gadolinium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 2900 - Grade Unit: ppm #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade gadolinium rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 2,900 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 9 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-66) Northam · terbium #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: terbium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 300 - Grade Unit: ppm #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade terbium rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 300 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 10 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-67) Northam · dysprosium #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: dysprosium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 1000 - Grade Unit: ppm #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade dysprosium rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 1,000 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 11 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-68) Northam · holmium #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: holmium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 400 - Grade Unit: ppm #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade holmium rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 400 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 12 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-69) Northam · ytterbium #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: ytterbium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 300 - Grade Unit: ppm #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade ytterbium rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 300 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 13 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-70) Northam · yttrium #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: yttrium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 3800 - Grade Unit: ppm #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade yttrium rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 3,800 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 14 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-71) Northam · copper #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: copper - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 377 - Grade Unit: ppm #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Copper rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 377 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 15 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-72) Northam · gold #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: gold - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 0.13 - Grade Unit: g/t #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Gold rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 0.130 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 16 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-73) Northam · silver #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: silver - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 0.3 - Grade Unit: g/t #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Silver rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 0.3 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 17 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-74) Northam · erbium #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: erbium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 100 - Grade Unit: ppm #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade erbium rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 100 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ### Fact 18 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-drill-facts-75) Northam · thulium #### Identity - Project: Northam - Commodity: thulium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: australia\_wa - Ticker: CHN #### Geometry - Grade: 100 - Grade Unit: ppm #### Classification - Sample Type: surface #### Location - Location: Deep Blue Target - Loc. Confidence: medium - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - QA/QC Methods: standards #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: High-grade thulium rock chip sample from a newly defined target. - Positive factor: High grade - Positive factor: New target definition Evidence · table > 100 Context: CFR501 #### Tags used in scoring **No QA/QC Disclosure** Polarity: negative Definition: Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document. Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is not true **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated ## Resource Estimates (58) ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-0) Gonneville · palladium #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: palladium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:48b46a997c21a5b58888 - Deposit or zone: Oxide – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 7000000 - Grade: 0.43 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.43 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Indicated resource for palladium in oxide material at a good grade. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence - Positive factor: High palladium grade for oxide material Evidence · table > 0.43 Context: 7.0 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-1) Gonneville · gold #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: gold - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:48b46a997c21a5b58888 - Deposit or zone: Oxide – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 7000000 - Grade: 0.01 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.01 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Indicated resource for gold in oxide material, though at a low grade. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence Evidence · table > 0.01 Context: 7.0 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-2) Gonneville · palladium #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: palladium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:4eb17a06f4b754540207 - Deposit or zone: Oxide – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 6100000 - Grade: 0.11 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.11 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for palladium in oxide material. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.11 Context: 6.1 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-3) Gonneville · gold #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: gold - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:4eb17a06f4b754540207 - Deposit or zone: Oxide – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 6100000 - Grade: 0.01 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.01 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for gold in oxide material at a very low grade. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.01 Context: 6.1 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-4) Gonneville · palladium #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: palladium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:41d8a218c4267ac0b9e0 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 400000 - Grade: 0.01 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.01 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Measured resource for palladium in transitional sulphide material. - Positive factor: Measured category provides high geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.01 Context: 0.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Measured Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves. Why it applies: category is "measured" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-5) Gonneville · platinum #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: platinum - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:41d8a218c4267ac0b9e0 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 400000 - Grade: 0 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Measured resource for platinum in transitional sulphide material. - Positive factor: Measured category provides high geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.00 Context: 0.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Measured Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves. Why it applies: category is "measured" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-6) Gonneville · gold #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: gold - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:41d8a218c4267ac0b9e0 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 400000 - Grade: 0 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Measured resource for gold in transitional sulphide material. - Positive factor: Measured category provides high geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.00 Context: 0.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Measured Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves. Why it applies: category is "measured" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-7) Gonneville · nickel #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: nickel - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:41d8a218c4267ac0b9e0 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 400000 - Grade: 0.19 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 0.67 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Measured resource for nickel in transitional sulphide material. - Positive factor: Measured category provides high geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.19 Context: 0.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Measured Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves. Why it applies: category is "measured" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-8) Gonneville · copper #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: copper - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:41d8a218c4267ac0b9e0 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 400000 - Grade: 0.16 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 0.56 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Measured resource for copper in transitional sulphide material. - Positive factor: Measured category provides high geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.160 Context: 0.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Measured Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves. Why it applies: category is "measured" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-9) Gonneville · cobalt #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: cobalt - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:41d8a218c4267ac0b9e0 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 400000 - Grade: 0.02 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 0.07 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Measured resource for cobalt in transitional sulphide material. - Positive factor: Measured category provides high geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.020 Context: 0.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Measured Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves. Why it applies: category is "measured" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-10) Gonneville · palladium #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: palladium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:fa9c6abc4007d273e728 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 14000000 - Grade: 0.3 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.3 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Indicated resource for palladium in transitional sulphide material. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence Evidence · table > 0.30 Context: 14 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-11) Gonneville · platinum #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: platinum - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:fa9c6abc4007d273e728 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 14000000 - Grade: 0.07 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.07 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Indicated resource for platinum in transitional sulphide material. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence Evidence · table > 0.07 Context: 14 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-12) Gonneville · gold #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: gold - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:fa9c6abc4007d273e728 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 14000000 - Grade: 0.01 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.01 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Indicated resource for gold in transitional sulphide material. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence Evidence · table > 0.01 Context: 14 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-13) Gonneville · nickel #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: nickel - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:fa9c6abc4007d273e728 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 14000000 - Grade: 0.16 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 22 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Indicated resource for nickel in transitional sulphide material. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence Evidence · table > 0.16 Context: 14 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-14) Gonneville · copper #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: copper - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:fa9c6abc4007d273e728 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 14000000 - Grade: 0.103 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 14 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Indicated resource for copper in transitional sulphide material. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence Evidence · table > 0.103 Context: 14 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-15) Gonneville · cobalt #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: cobalt - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:fa9c6abc4007d273e728 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 14000000 - Grade: 0.02 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 2.7 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Indicated resource for cobalt in transitional sulphide material. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence Evidence · table > 0.020 Context: 14 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-16) Gonneville · palladium #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: palladium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:69301860d1339a5347e6 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 100000 - Grade: 0 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for palladium in transitional sulphide material. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.00 Context: 0.1 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-17) Gonneville · platinum #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: platinum - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:69301860d1339a5347e6 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 100000 - Grade: 0 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for platinum in transitional sulphide material. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.00 Context: 0.1 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-18) Gonneville · gold #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: gold - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:69301860d1339a5347e6 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 100000 - Grade: 0 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for gold in transitional sulphide material. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.00 Context: 0.1 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-19) Gonneville · nickel #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: nickel - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:69301860d1339a5347e6 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 100000 - Grade: 0.13 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 0.19 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for nickel in transitional sulphide material. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.13 Context: 0.1 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-20) Gonneville · copper #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: copper - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:69301860d1339a5347e6 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 100000 - Grade: 0.101 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 0.15 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for copper in transitional sulphide material. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.101 Context: 0.1 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-21) Gonneville · cobalt #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: cobalt - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:69301860d1339a5347e6 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Transitional\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 100000 - Grade: 0.014 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 0.02 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for cobalt in transitional sulphide material. - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.014 Context: 0.1 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-22) Gonneville · palladium #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: palladium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:bcce8bb2cdbe5b6e438c - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 2500000 - Grade: 0.08 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.08 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Measured resource for palladium in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Measured category provides high geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.08 Context: 2.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Measured Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves. Why it applies: category is "measured" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-23) Gonneville · platinum #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: platinum - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:bcce8bb2cdbe5b6e438c - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 2500000 - Grade: 0.02 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.02 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Measured resource for platinum in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Measured category provides high geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.02 Context: 2.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Measured Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves. Why it applies: category is "measured" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-24) Gonneville · gold #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: gold - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:bcce8bb2cdbe5b6e438c - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 2500000 - Grade: 0 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Measured resource for gold in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Measured category provides high geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.00 Context: 2.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Measured Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves. Why it applies: category is "measured" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-25) Gonneville · nickel #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: nickel - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:bcce8bb2cdbe5b6e438c - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 2500000 - Grade: 0.21 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 5.4 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Measured resource for nickel in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Measured category provides high geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.21 Context: 2.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Measured Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves. Why it applies: category is "measured" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-26) Gonneville · copper #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: copper - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:bcce8bb2cdbe5b6e438c - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 2500000 - Grade: 0.168 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 4.3 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Measured resource for copper in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Measured category provides high geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.168 Context: 2.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Measured Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves. Why it applies: category is "measured" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### measured [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-27) Gonneville · cobalt #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: cobalt - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:bcce8bb2cdbe5b6e438c - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: measured - Tonnes: 2500000 - Grade: 0.018 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 0.45 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Measured resource for cobalt in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Measured category provides high geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.018 Context: 2.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Measured Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves. Why it applies: category is "measured" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-28) Gonneville · palladium #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: palladium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:34fd2164af7cc03655f9 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 380000000 - Grade: 7.4 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 7.4 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Large indicated resource for palladium in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence - Positive factor: Large tonnage Evidence · table > 7.4 Context: 380 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-29) Gonneville · platinum #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: platinum - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:34fd2164af7cc03655f9 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 380000000 - Grade: 1.7 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 1.7 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Large indicated resource for platinum in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence - Positive factor: Large tonnage Evidence · table > 1.7 Context: 380 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-30) Gonneville · gold #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: gold - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:34fd2164af7cc03655f9 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 380000000 - Grade: 0.3 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.3 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Large indicated resource for gold in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence - Positive factor: Large tonnage Evidence · table > 0.30 Context: 380 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-31) Gonneville · nickel #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: nickel - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:34fd2164af7cc03655f9 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 380000000 - Grade: 0.15 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 570 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Large indicated resource for nickel in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence - Positive factor: Large tonnage Evidence · table > 0.15 Context: 380 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-32) Gonneville · copper #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: copper - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:34fd2164af7cc03655f9 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 380000000 - Grade: 0.088 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 340 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Large indicated resource for copper in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence - Positive factor: Large tonnage Evidence · table > 0.088 Context: 380 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### indicated [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-33) Gonneville · cobalt #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: cobalt - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:34fd2164af7cc03655f9 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: indicated - Tonnes: 380000000 - Grade: 0.015 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 57 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Large indicated resource for cobalt in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Indicated category provides good confidence - Positive factor: Large tonnage Evidence · table > 0.015 Context: 380 #### Tags used in scoring **Indicated Resource** Polarity: positive Definition: Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves. Why it applies: category is "indicated" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-34) Gonneville · palladium #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: palladium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:d584228ecaf962b29955 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 240000000 - Grade: 4.6 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 4.6 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Large inferred resource for palladium in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Large tonnage - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 4.6 Context: 240 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-35) Gonneville · platinum #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: platinum - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:d584228ecaf962b29955 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 240000000 - Grade: 1.1 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 1.1 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Large inferred resource for platinum in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Large tonnage - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 1.1 Context: 240 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-36) Gonneville · gold #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: gold - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:d584228ecaf962b29955 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 240000000 - Grade: 0.15 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.15 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Large inferred resource for gold in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Large tonnage - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.15 Context: 240 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-37) Gonneville · nickel #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: nickel - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:d584228ecaf962b29955 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 240000000 - Grade: 0.15 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 350 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Large inferred resource for nickel in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Large tonnage - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.15 Context: 240 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-38) Gonneville · copper #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: copper - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:d584228ecaf962b29955 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 240000000 - Grade: 0.074 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 170 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Large inferred resource for copper in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Large tonnage - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.074 Context: 240 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-39) Gonneville · cobalt #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: cobalt - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:d584228ecaf962b29955 - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – in-pit #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 240000000 - Grade: 0.015 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 35 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 25 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Large inferred resource for cobalt in fresh sulphide material. - Positive factor: Large tonnage - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.015 Context: 240 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-40) Gonneville · palladium #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: palladium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:743c5da16697e51826da - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – MSO #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 7300000 - Grade: 0.4 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.4 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 110 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for palladium in MSO fresh sulphide material at a higher grade. - Positive factor: Higher grade - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.40 Context: 7.3 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-41) Gonneville · platinum #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: platinum - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:743c5da16697e51826da - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – MSO #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 7300000 - Grade: 0.09 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.09 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 110 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for platinum in MSO fresh sulphide material at a higher grade. - Positive factor: Higher grade - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.09 Context: 7.3 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-42) Gonneville · gold #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: gold - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:743c5da16697e51826da - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – MSO #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 7300000 - Grade: 0.02 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.02 - Contained Unit: moz - Cutoff Grade: 110 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for gold in MSO fresh sulphide material at a higher grade. - Positive factor: Higher grade - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.02 Context: 7.3 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-43) Gonneville · nickel #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: nickel - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:743c5da16697e51826da - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – MSO #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 7300000 - Grade: 0.16 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 12 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 110 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for nickel in MSO fresh sulphide material at a higher grade. - Positive factor: Higher grade - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.16 Context: 7.3 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-44) Gonneville · copper #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: copper - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:743c5da16697e51826da - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – MSO #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 7300000 - Grade: 0.192 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 14 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 110 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for copper in MSO fresh sulphide material at a higher grade. - Positive factor: Higher grade - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.192 Context: 7.3 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### inferred [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-45) Gonneville · cobalt #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: cobalt - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: resource - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Mike Millad, Mike Job - Resource group id: resource:743c5da16697e51826da - Deposit or zone: Sulphide \(Fresh\) – MSO #### Resource Data - Category: inferred - Tonnes: 7300000 - Grade: 0.015 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 1.1 - Contained Unit: kt - Cutoff Grade: 110 - Cutoff Unit: A$/t NSR #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2024-04-23 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Inferred resource for cobalt in MSO fresh sulphide material at a higher grade. - Positive factor: Higher grade - Negative factor: Inferred category has lower geological confidence Evidence · table > 0.015 Context: 7.3 #### Tags used in scoring **Inferred Resource** Polarity: negative Definition: Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone. Why it applies: category is "inferred" **Cut-off Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison. Why it applies: cutoff\_grade is stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc **Stale Estimate** Polarity: negative Definition: Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding. Why it applies: effective date is 2.4 years before this release ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-46) Gonneville · palladium #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: palladium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: reserve - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Dan Donald - Resource group id: resource:13099cbd5ec12c0b8b01 #### Resource Data - Category: proven - Tonnes: 2500000 - Grade: 0.087 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.087 - Contained Unit: moz #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2025-12-08 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Maiden Proved Ore Reserve for palladium at Gonneville. - Positive factor: Proved Reserve category provides high confidence - Positive factor: Good palladium grade Evidence · table > 0.087 Context: 2.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-47) Gonneville · platinum #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: platinum - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: reserve - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Dan Donald - Resource group id: resource:13099cbd5ec12c0b8b01 #### Resource Data - Category: proven - Tonnes: 2500000 - Grade: 0.018 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.018 - Contained Unit: moz #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2025-12-08 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Maiden Proved Ore Reserve for platinum at Gonneville. - Positive factor: Proved Reserve category provides high confidence Evidence · table > 0.018 Context: 2.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-48) Gonneville · gold #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: gold - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: reserve - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Dan Donald - Resource group id: resource:13099cbd5ec12c0b8b01 #### Resource Data - Category: proven - Tonnes: 2500000 - Grade: 0.0024 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.0024 - Contained Unit: moz #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2025-12-08 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Maiden Proved Ore Reserve for gold at Gonneville. - Positive factor: Proved Reserve category provides high confidence Evidence · table > 0.0024 Context: 2.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-49) Gonneville · nickel #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: nickel - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: reserve - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Dan Donald - Resource group id: resource:13099cbd5ec12c0b8b01 #### Resource Data - Category: proven - Tonnes: 2500000 - Grade: 0.22 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 5.4 - Contained Unit: kt #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2025-12-08 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Maiden Proved Ore Reserve for nickel at Gonneville. - Positive factor: Proved Reserve category provides high confidence - Positive factor: Good nickel grade Evidence · table > 0.22 Context: 2.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-50) Gonneville · copper #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: copper - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: reserve - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Dan Donald - Resource group id: resource:13099cbd5ec12c0b8b01 #### Resource Data - Category: proven - Tonnes: 2500000 - Grade: 0.18 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 4.4 - Contained Unit: kt #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2025-12-08 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Maiden Proved Ore Reserve for copper at Gonneville. - Positive factor: Proved Reserve category provides high confidence - Positive factor: Good copper grade Evidence · table > 0.18 Context: 2.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-51) Gonneville · cobalt #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: cobalt - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: reserve - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Dan Donald - Resource group id: resource:13099cbd5ec12c0b8b01 #### Resource Data - Category: proven - Tonnes: 2500000 - Grade: 0.018 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 0.45 - Contained Unit: kt #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2025-12-08 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Maiden Proved Ore Reserve for cobalt at Gonneville. - Positive factor: Proved Reserve category provides high confidence Evidence · table > 0.018 Context: 2.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-52) Gonneville · palladium #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: palladium - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: reserve - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Dan Donald - Resource group id: resource:f2cb5bd3c3eb3e43d204 #### Resource Data - Category: probable - Tonnes: 260000000 - Grade: 5.6 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 5.6 - Contained Unit: moz #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2025-12-08 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Maiden Probable Ore Reserve for palladium at Gonneville. - Positive factor: Probable Reserve category provides good confidence - Positive factor: Large tonnage - Positive factor: Good palladium grade Evidence · table > 5.6 Context: 260 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-53) Gonneville · platinum #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: platinum - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: reserve - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Dan Donald - Resource group id: resource:f2cb5bd3c3eb3e43d204 #### Resource Data - Category: probable - Tonnes: 260000000 - Grade: 1.3 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 1.3 - Contained Unit: moz #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2025-12-08 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Maiden Probable Ore Reserve for platinum at Gonneville. - Positive factor: Probable Reserve category provides good confidence - Positive factor: Large tonnage Evidence · table > 1.3 Context: 260 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-54) Gonneville · gold #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: gold - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: reserve - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Dan Donald - Resource group id: resource:f2cb5bd3c3eb3e43d204 #### Resource Data - Category: probable - Tonnes: 260000000 - Grade: 0.22 - Grade Unit: moz - Contained Metal: 0.22 - Contained Unit: moz #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2025-12-08 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Maiden Probable Ore Reserve for gold at Gonneville. - Positive factor: Probable Reserve category provides good confidence - Positive factor: Large tonnage Evidence · table > 0.22 Context: 260 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-55) Gonneville · nickel #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: nickel - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: reserve - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Dan Donald - Resource group id: resource:f2cb5bd3c3eb3e43d204 #### Resource Data - Category: probable - Tonnes: 260000000 - Grade: 0.16 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 400 - Contained Unit: kt #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2025-12-08 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Maiden Probable Ore Reserve for nickel at Gonneville. - Positive factor: Probable Reserve category provides good confidence - Positive factor: Large tonnage - Positive factor: Good nickel grade Evidence · table > 0.16 Context: 260 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-56) Gonneville · copper #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: copper - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: reserve - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Dan Donald - Resource group id: resource:f2cb5bd3c3eb3e43d204 #### Resource Data - Category: probable - Tonnes: 260000000 - Grade: 0.098 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 260 - Contained Unit: kt #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2025-12-08 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Maiden Probable Ore Reserve for copper at Gonneville. - Positive factor: Probable Reserve category provides good confidence - Positive factor: Large tonnage - Positive factor: Good copper grade Evidence · table > 0.098 Context: 260 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/chn-annual-report-to-shareholders--6591a5c6-a8fb-4482-b628-2ed1929039c8#fact-resource-facts-57) Gonneville · cobalt #### Identity - Project: Gonneville - Commodity: cobalt - Region: australia\_wa - Reported Region: Western Australia - Ticker: CHN #### Resource scope - Estimate type: reserve - Reporting standards: jorc - QP Signed: Yes - Qualified person names: Dan Donald - Resource group id: resource:f2cb5bd3c3eb3e43d204 #### Resource Data - Category: probable - Tonnes: 260000000 - Grade: 0.017 - Grade Unit: % - Contained Metal: 43 - Contained Unit: kt #### Prior Estimate - Resource Date: 2025-12-08 #### Location - Loc. Confidence: medium #### Review - Needs Review: No - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: Maiden Probable Ore Reserve for cobalt at Gonneville. - Positive factor: Probable Reserve category provides good confidence - Positive factor: Large tonnage Evidence · table > 0.017 Context: 260 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: Qualified Person \(QP\) or Competent Person \(CP\) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association \(e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo\) with relevant experience. Why it applies: qp\_signed is true **JORC Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code \(Australia\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes jorc ## How Atlas produces this analysis Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.