The Mt Magnet asset package comprises of a resource inventory of 2.7M ounces of gold, tenements covering approximately 1,100 square kilometres, along with a 2.7mtpa capacity plant. It is intended to put the Hill 50 mine on care-and-maintenance for up to two years, while the focus is on exploration activities. “We have budgeted for a full year exploration program of $10 million,” he said. “Drilling is due to commence in May on the most prospective advanced projects including the Galaxy ‘Big Pit’ concept.” The higher gold prices will have a significant impact on resource modelling.
""""Monarch also intends to investigate the economic iron ore potential in the Mount Magnet area. A high level review including detailed magnetics and ground knowledge indicates potential for significant tonnages of iron formation. Further work is required to determine the economic potential.""""
“The Monarch Board is confident 2008 will be a strong year for an unhedged gold and bank debt free producer with exposure to the robust gold price.”
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