Rumours circulate that Ontex has possibly intersected a gold system, at a depth of over 900 m (3000 ft.), on a step out east of the Brookbank deposit.

If the unsubstantiated rumours are correct the results may provide a material mineral extension to the Brookbank deposit to the east and at depth.

Positive results will impact the 43-101 resource estimate, which is expected to be updated subsequent to the 2009 drill program.

A resource base target growth of 50% or more may be expected, if confirmed.

Ontex will require more drill rigs to systematically test the deposit limits of Brookbank.