Announcement PDF ASX: AR3 | MARKET ANNOUNCEMENT ASX Release: 8 July 2026 Discovery of Niobium-Rare Earth Carbonatite System Identified at Overland Project AR3 has identified a new niobium-rare earths mineral system at its 100%-owned Overland Project, expanding the Company's critical minerals exposure beyond its existing Koppamurra REE development and Overland uranium targets. Highlights • Drilling has identified a niobium–rare earth carbonatite-style mineral system at Overland; a discovery style globally recognised as a major source of both REEs and niobium, both critical minerals with strong demand. • Significant niobium–rare earth intersections returned from drill hole OV167, which intersected a 19-metre interval of anomalous rare earth and niobium mineralisation from 86 metres to end of hole. • The mineralised interval remains open at depth, with OV167 ending in anomalous basement-hosted rare earth and niobium mineralisation. • Significant intersection for OV167 - 19m @ 0.61% Total Rare Earth Oxides (TREO), with 20% of the TREO Neodymium+Praseodymium oxides (NdPr) and 1.7% of the TREO Dysprosium+Terbium oxides (Dy Tb), including: o 7m @ 0.56% TREO (20% NdPr & 2.3% Dy Tb), with 0.27% Nb2O5 from 86m  Including 1m @ 1.0% TREO with 0.53% Nb2O5 from 87m o 3m @ 1.16% TREO (17% NdPr & 0.8% Dy Tb), from 93m o 9m @ 0.46% TREO (22% NdPr & 1.7% Dy Tb), from 96m  Including 3m @ 0.57% TREO, from 97m • The results define a significant new early-stage niobium–rare earth exploration target at Overland, with geochemical and mineralogical characteristics interpreted to be consistent with a carbonatite mineral system. • Pyrochlore, the dominant niobium ore mineral globally, has been identified through petrographic and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) assessment of drill cuttings from OV167. • OV167 was drilled above a large coherent magnetic anomaly, interpreted to potentially reflect Fe–Ti oxide accumulation within basement rocks and presenting an immediate follow-up drilling target. • The Company’s current interpretation is that OV167 may have intersected a sill or dyke-like expression of a larger, untested carbonatite intrusive system nearby. • Carbonatite mineral systems are globally important as major sources of rare earth elements and niobium (Nb). • Clear forward work program: follow-up work is planned, including expanded geophysical modelling, detailed petrographic and mineralogical assessment and targeted drilling to test the extent of the carbonatite mineralising system, which typically extend for kilometre scales, and for the potential of shallow supergene enriched portions of the carbonatite system to have developed. • Engage with this announcement at the AR3 investor hub. Cautionary Note: The Company cautions that the results reported are from a single drill hole. There is currently insufficient data to define a Mineral Resource, and it is uncertain whether further exploration will result in the estimation of a Mineral Resource. Early-stage results may not be representative of the overall target. However, the geological, geochemical and mineralogical characteristics of OV167 support further systematic exploration of the R254 target. Managing Director’s Comments: “OV167 has delivered an exciting and unexpected technical result, the identification of a new niobium-rare earths carbonatite mineral system at Overland. “Importantly, this is not just a geochemical anomaly. The intersection includes elevated rare earths, niobium, titanium and iron, together with petrographic and SEM evidence identifying pyrochlore, the principal niobium ore mineral globally. These are encouraging early indicators of a fertile carbonatite-related mineral system. “The result is particularly compelling because OV167 was drilled above a large coherent magnetic anomaly and ended in anomalous basement-hosted mineralisation. Our current geological interpretation is that the hole may have intersected a dyke or sill expression peripheral to a larger carbonatite intrusive centre, which remains untested and represents the Company's next drilling target. “While this is an early-stage result from a single drill hole and further work is required, the scale of the magnetic feature, the mineral assemblage and the multi-element niobium–rare earth–titanium signature provide AR3 with a significant new critical minerals exploration opportunity within the broader Overland Project, adding further exploration upside alongside our uranium targets on the same tenure. “Our immediate focus is to refine the exploration model through further mineralogical work, geophysical modelling and targeted follow-up drilling to test the extent of this system and its potential for higher-grade or supergene-enriched mineralisation. “While the Overland carbonatite discovery represents an exciting new exploration opportunity for AR3, our priority remains firmly on progressing the development of our flagship Koppamurra rare earths project. This discovery adds further critical minerals upside to the portfolio, without changing our focus on advancing Koppamurra toward commercialisation.” Travis Beinke, Managing Director and CEO, Australian Rare Earths Limited Figure 1 Drillhole Location Plan with Total Magnetic Intensity (TMI). South Australian regional total magnetic intensity images. https://pid.sarig.sa.gov.au/dataset/mesac139 Figure 2 Drillhole Location with W-E section plan and Total Magnetic Intensity (TMI). South Australian regional total magnetic intensity images. https://pid.sarig.sa.gov.au/dataset/mesac139 Exploration Results Australian Rare Earths Limited (AR3 or the Company) has identified a significant new niobium–rare earth exploration target at the R254 prospect within the Overland Project in South Australia. The discovery was made during AR3's Sedan sedimentary-hosted uranium drilling program, highlighting the exploration value of the Company's broad Overland landholding beyond its primary uranium targets. Drill hole OV167 was completed to a depth of 105 metres. The hole intersected a broad interval of anomalous rare earth and niobium mineralisation from 86 metres to end of hole, with elevated titanium, iron, barium and thorium supporting interpretation of a carbonatite-related mineral system. The identification of carbonatite-related geochemical and mineralogical characteristics in drill hole OV167 is considered an encouraging early-stage exploration result. While further work is required to confirm the scale, geometry and economic significance of the system, the presence of niobium and rare earth enrichment, together with diagnostic carbonatite-related mineral phases, supports follow-up exploration at the R254 target. Background: Carbonatite Mineral Systems Carbonatites are a rare type of igneous rock characterised by a high proportion of carbonate minerals, typically calcite, dolomite or iron-rich carbonate minerals. They commonly occur as intrusive bodies within alkaline igneous complexes and may be expressed as plugs, dykes, sills, breccias, veins or associated alteration zones. Globally, carbonatite systems are recognised as important hosts for a range of critical minerals, particularly rare earth elements and niobium. They may also be enriched in phosphate, tantalum, uranium, thorium, copper, titanium, iron, vanadium, barium, fluorine, zirconium and other elements, depending on the nature of the intrusive system and subsequent alteration or weathering processes. Carbonatite-related mineral systems are commonly associated with major crustal-scale structures and rift-related tectonic settings. Their exploration footprint can be significantly larger than the intrusive body itself, with associated dykes, sills, breccias and alteration halos providing important vectors toward the main mineralised system. The identification of carbonatite-related geochemical and mineralogical characteristics in drill hole OV167 is therefore considered an encouraging early-stage exploration result. While further work is required to confirm the scale, geometry and economic significance of the system, the presence of niobium and rare earth enrichment, together with diagnostic carbonatite-related mineral phases, supports follow-up exploration at the R254 target. Carbonatite deposits represent a significant source of global rare earth and niobium production, including major rare earth deposits such as Bayan Obo in Inner Mongolia and Mt Weld in Western Australia, as well as the world’s principal operating niobium mines. Methodology The drillhole was geologically logged on-site via 1m sample intervals being returned to surface and by a gamma probe run downhole through the drill string (rods) at the completion of the hole to provide a survey of the background radiometric response of the geological units intersected – see cross section Figure 3. Selected samples were collected for assay, and the results were uploaded to the AR3 database. Key element concentrations determined by assay (total rare earths, niobium and barium) are displayed downhole – see cross section Figure 3. Additional assayed elemental concentrations of interest are shown in Table 1. The overall drilling program comprised 22 holes for 1,280m (Figure 1), and aimed to test two large sedimentary-hosted uranium target zones defined by historic drilling. The drilling, sampling and assay results continue to indicate anomalous uranium accumulations in the sedimentary sequence, however no significant intersections were identified. Figure 3, W-E Section displaying downhole; lithology, gamma response (cps), assays for TREO, Niobium and Barium Table 1, individual 1m intervals from the zone of interest in drillhole OV167, with assay results for Total Rare Earth Oxide (TREO), (including key rare earth assemblage details) and Niobium, Titanium, Iron, Thorium and Barium. Hole ID From (m) To (m) Sample ID TREO (ppm) NdPr %of TREO DyTb %of TREO Nb2O5 (ppm) TiO2 (%) Fe2O3 (%) Th (ppm) Ba (ppm) Geology OV167 86 87 743334 2,740 17% 4.6% 2,289 4.65 4.8 675 288 Saprolite OV167 87 88 743335 10,322 19% 2.7% 5,264 6.29 5.7 2,400 1,300 Saprolite OV167 88 89 743336 6,098 19% 2.0% 2,689 4.35 12.0 632 6,420 Saprolite OV167 89 90 743337 5,373 19% 2.4% 2,346 3.92 16.6 1,090 5,880 Saprolite, ~5% sulphides OV167 90 91 743338 5,739 22% 1.7% 2,861 3.07 13.5 717 6,100 Saprolite, fault (?) OV167 91 92 743339 3,036 22% 1.5% 2,003 2.94 10.5 352 6,240 Saprolite, fault (?) OV167 92 93 743340 5,934 19% 0.9% 1,545 2.57 11.9 529 5,540 Saprolite, fault (?) OV167 93 94 743341 12,026 17% 0.9% 472 2.10 11.3 1,930 9,540 Basement, ~5% sulphides OV167 94 95 743342 10,726 18% 0.7% 494 2.69 19.6 1,070 14,300 Basement, ~5% sulphides OV167 95 96 743343 12,127 17% 0.6% 522 2.67 14.7 1,090 10,400 Basement, ~5% sulphides OV167 96 97 743344 3,423 19% 0.9% 479 2.55 11.9 176 7,160 Basement, ~5% sulphides OV167 97 98 743345 6,327 21% 1.3% 794 4.09 19.4 321 10,200 Basement, ~5% sulphides OV167 98 99 743346 5,285 23% 1.6% 644 4.17 23.9 346 10,200 Basement, ~5% sulphides OV167 99 100 743347 5,748 23% 2.1% 579 2.84 18.7 411 7,420 Basement, ~5% sulphides OV167 100 101 743348 4,279 22% 2.4% 694 4.19 17.6 195 11,400 Basement, ~5% sulphides OV167 101 102 743349 3,201 22% 2.5% 815 5.74 17.9 185 8,040 Basement OV167 102 103 743350 4,257 23% 1.5% 672 4.09 15.7 138 9,180 Basement OV167 103 104 743351 4,771 24% 1.5% 858 3.75 18.9 184 9,380 Basement OV167 104 105 743352 4,566 23% 1.2% 794 3.7 21.2 149 10,800 Basement Significant intersections include: • 7m @ 0.56% TREO with 0.27% Nb2O5, and 4.0% TiO2, from 86m • Including 1m @ 1.0% TREO with 0.53% Nb2O5, and 6.3% TiO2, from 87m • 3m @ 1.16% TREO, from 93m • 9m @ 0.46% TREO, from 96m with 3.9% TiO2 • Including 3m @ 0.57% TREO, from 97m The mineralised interval is associated with a large coherent magnetic anomaly, interpreted as potentially reflecting Fe–Ti oxide accumulation within basement rocks. AR3 considers this an important exploration vector, and the current working model suggests that OV167 may have intersected a sill or dyke-like feature associated with a larger, untested carbonatite intrusive body. This represents an immediate target for follow up drilling – see Figure 1. This geological setting is supported by the exploration models outlined in Simandl & Paradis (2018)1 and described in Figure 4. They note that carbonatites commonly occur as isolated pipes, sills, dykes, or plugs, or as part of alkaline-carbonatite complexes, incorporating cone sheets, ring dykes, radial dykes, and especially fenitisation-type halos (alkali metasomatism). This model significantly increases the target footprint as fenitisation aureoles can substantially expand the detectable size of carbonatite systems and often serve as a key vector to larger intrusions even where the main carbonatite body has not been directly intersected. Elevated niobium (Nb), iron (Fe), rare earth elements (REE) and thorium (Th) are consistent with the geochemical signature expected within the distal carbonatitic-fluid domain shown on the right-hand side of the hypothetical carbonatite mineralising system shown in Figure 4. This style of mineralisation is compatible with recognised carbonatite systems where late carbohydrothermal fluids transport and precipitate Nb and REE along structural conduits beyond the principal intrusive centre. 1 George J. Simandl & Suzanne Paradis (2018) Carbonatites: related ore deposits, resources, footprint, and exploration methods, Applied Earth Science, 127:4, 123-152, DOI: 10.1080/25726838.2018.1516935 Australian comparisons for this style of mineralisation include: • The Lynas Ltd Mt Weld Carbonatite (Western Australia) is one of the world's highest-grade Rare Earth Element (REE) deposits. Discovered in 1966 via aeromagnetic surveys, it features a 3-kilometer-wide, sub-vertical volcanic pipe containing high concentrations of rare earths, niobium, and phosphate. • West Arunta Region (e.g., Luni Niobium Project – WA1 Resources): Carbonatite-hosted niobium and REE mineralisation linked to prominent magnetic anomalies, highlighting the scale potential of these systems in Australia. Figure 4; Vertical section of a hypothetical carbonatite mineralising system displaying the relationship between metallic and industrial mineral deposits relative to lithological units and geological contacts. The ‘distal’ carbo-hydrothermal fluid-related mineralisation or hydrothermally remobilised mineralisation (away from alkaline-carbonatite complex) and residual deposits within weathered crust above the carbonatite complex are also highlighted. Bi – biotite, Px- pyroxene. Modified from Laznicka. Initial petrographic and mineralogical assessment, including thin-section examination, SEM and mineral chemistry, has identified key carbonatite related mineral phases. Pyrochlore is the principal niobium-bearing ore mineral in major niobium deposits globally. Further detailed petrographic and mineralogical assessments will be used to refine the exploration model and evaluate the potential proximity to a larger nearby alkaline-carbonatite system. Next Steps • Detailed mineralogical/petrographic assessment through thin section and SEM. • Expanded geophysical modelling (gravity gradiometry, and magnetics) and further evaluation of the fenitisation halo across the project area. • Follow-up diamond and RC drilling to delineate the sill/dyke geometry and test for the potential of a larger nearby carbonatite system. The announcement has been authorised for release by the Board of Australian Rare Earths Limited. For further information please contact: Australian Rare Earths Limited Media Enquiries Travis Beinke Jessica Fertig Managing Director and CEO Tau Media T: 1 300 646 100 E: info@taumedia.com.au Engage and Contribute at the AR3 investor hub: https://investorhub.ar3.com.au Competent Person’s Statement The information in this report that relates to Exploration results is based on information compiled by Australian Rare Earths Limited and reviewed by Mr Rick Pobjoy who is the Chief Technical Officer of the Company and a member of the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM). Mr Pobjoy has sufficient experience that is relevant to the style of mineralisation, the type of deposit under consideration and to the activities undertakentoqualifyas aCompetentpersonas definedinthe2012editionofthe“AustralasianCodeforReportingofExplorationResults, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves”. Mr Pobjoy consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on this information in the form and context in which it appears. Forward-Looking Statements This announcement contains forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on the Company’s current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied. Reference to the Simandl & Paradis (2018) paper is for contextual exploration modelling purposes only. About Australian Rare Earths Limited Australian Rare Earths (AR3) is a diversified critical minerals company, strategically positioned to meet the growing global demand for uranium and rare earth elements: • AR3's Koppamurra Rare Earths Project in South Australia and Victoria is a significant deposit of light and heavy rare earths, which has secured important Australian government support through a $5 million grant to accelerate development. With support from global advanced industrial materials manufacturer, Neo Performance Materials, AR3 is progressing towards commercialisation with a Pre-Feasibility Study, Maiden Ore Reserves and a pilot scale facility, solidifying its role in diversifying global rare earth supply chains for the clean energy transition. • AR3’s large ~8,000 km² Overland Uranium Project in South Australia shows strong uranium discovery potential, with initial drilling identifying opportunities for substantial near-surface and deeper deposits. With strategic projects and strong government support, AR3 is poised for significant growth in the critical minerals market. JORC Table 1 Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data Criteria Explanation Comment Sampling techniques Nature and quality of sampling (e.g., cut channels, random chips, or specific specialised industry standard measurement tools appropriate to the minerals under investigation, such as down hole gamma sondes, orhandheld XRF instruments, etc). These examples should not be taken as limiting the broad meaning of sampling. Include reference to measures taken to ensure sample representivity and the appropriate calibration of any measurement tools or systems used. Aspects of the determination of mineralisation that are Material to the Public Report. In cases where ‘industry standard’ work has been done this would be relatively simple (e.g., ‘reverse circulation drilling was used to obtain 1 m samples from which 3 kg was pulverised to produce a 30 g charge for fire assay’). In other cases, more explanation may be required, such as where there is coarse gold that has inherent sampling problems. Unusual commodities or mineralisation types (e.g., submarine nodules) may warrant disclosure of detailed information. RC Aircore drilling methods were used to obtain samples from the April/May 2026 drilling program centered on the town of Sedan. The following information covers the sampling process: All air core samples were collected from the rotary splitter mounted at the bottom of the cyclone using a pre-numbered calico bag. The samples were geologically logged at 1 m intervals using the marked calico sample which averaged ~1.5 kg in mass. A handheld Olympus Vanta pXRF Analyser (Model Vanta M Series S/N 842924) was used to assess the geochemistry of the Air Core samples in the field. The pXRF analysis provided screening analysis to characterize the sample lithology and full suite of elements. The pXRF sampling was analysed through the calico bag with a beam count time of 20-30 sec beam 1 and 10 sec beam 2. One pXRF analysis per sample was performed. Samples are laid on a workbench and flattened to create a stable surface for the pXRF. The pXRF is placed on the sample with the beam down for the analysis. All readings were taken at ambient temperatures between 10 and 45 degrees Celsius. The Olympus Vanta is rated for continuous operation within these temperatures. Samples range from dry to wet, this is dependent on which formation is being intercepted and whether drilling water has been injected. XRF readings were downloaded from the XRF Analyser at the end of each day and uploaded to the Australian Rare Earths Azure Data Studio database. A Uranium standard Oreas 121 (215 ppm U, sourced from Mantra Resources Nyota Prospect, Tanzania, which is a Tabular Sandstone hosted deposit) was used to verify the accuracy of the pXRF before and after each analysis session. The OREAS 121 standard was prepared using an industry standard pXRF sample cup and analysed for 20-30 sec on beam 1 and 10 Sec on beam 2. A silica blank is used to monitor the accumulation of contamination on the lens of the pXRF. Analysis of the blank is undertaken before and after each analysis session. Review of pXRF standard and blank data is checked to ensure the pXRF is operating correctly before and after each session. Samples were selected for assay at the end of the hole based on geology, pXRF, and natural downhole gamma response. Field duplicates were taken at a rate of ~1:40 and inserted blindly into the sample batches. Field Standards were taken at a rate of ~1:40 and inserted blindly into the samples batches. Samples were submi ed to Bureau Veritas in Adelaide, where wet and dry sample weights were recorded before oven drying at 105 degrees Celsius for a minimum of 24 hours. Samples were then secondary crushed to 3 mm and pulverised to 90% passing 75 µm, with excess residue retained for storage and selected material submitted for analysis using the XRF-ICP-MS method. The samples were submitted for analysis using Mixed Acid Digest – Lithium Borate Fusion ICP-MS method (BV Code SC302) with detection limits for each element shown in ppm Ag (0.2 ppm), Al (50.0 ppm), As (1.0 ppm), Au (0.01 ppm), Ba (2.0 ppm), Be (0.5 ppm), Bi (0.1 ppm), Ca (100.0 ppm), Cd (0.5 ppm), Ce (0.1 ppm), Co (1.0 ppm), Cr (20.0 ppm), Cs (0.1 ppm), Cu (1.0 ppm), Dy (0.05 ppm), Er (0.05 ppm), Eu (0.05 ppm), Fe (100.0 ppm), Ga (0.2 ppm), Gd (0.2 ppm), Hf (1.0 ppm), Ho (0.02 ppm), In (0.05 ppm), K (100.0 ppm), La (0.1 ppm), Li (10.0 ppm), Lu (0.02 ppm), Mg (50.0 ppm), Mn (50.0 ppm), Mo (0.5 ppm), Na (100.0 ppm), Nb (0.5 ppm), Nd (0.05 ppm), Ni (2.0 ppm), P (50.0 ppm), Pb (1.0 ppm), Pr (0.05 ppm), Rb (0.2 ppm), Re (0.1 ppm), S (50.0 ppm), Sb (0.1 ppm), Sc (1.0 ppm), Se (5.0 ppm), Si (50.0 ppm), Sm (0.05 ppm), Sn (0.1 ppm), Sr (0.5 ppm), Ta (0.1 ppm), Tb (0.02 ppm), Te (0.2 ppm), Th (0.1 ppm), Ti (50.0 ppm), Tl (0.1 ppm), Tm (0.05 ppm), U (0.1 ppm), V (20.0 ppm), W (0.5 ppm), Y (1.0 ppm), Yb (0.05 ppm), Zn (2.0 ppm), Zr (10.0 ppm) Select samples, often at the bottom of the holes thought to be weathered basement/saprolite material were also analyzed for gold using Lead collection Fire Assay AAS (BV Code FA001) where a detection limit for Au (0.01 ppm) Laboratory repeat analyses were completed at an approximate frequency of 1 in 16 samples. Commercially sourced cer fied reference materials were inserted by the laboratory into the sample sequence at an approximate frequency of 1 in 5 samples. Laboratory blanks were inserted into the sample sequence at an approximate frequency of 1 in 50 samples. After the hole was drilled to completion a Reflex EZ Gamma logging tool (serial number GAM-105) rented from Imdex, and operated by the drilling crew was run down the hole, inside the rods/innertube to log the natural gamma response of the sediments. The gamma tool was last calibrated by Imdex on February 19th, 2026, as noted in the provided Certificate of Conformance. Confidence check jig serial number 030. The survey was run in and out of the hole at a speed of no more than 10m/min and the downhole speed was reviewed after the survey. The up (out) survey was then used to plot sections, after reviewing both in and out. In previous drilling at Overland, the Reflex EZ-Gamma logging tool was checked with an EZ-Gamma Confidence Checker by AR3 staff before each downhole gamma survey to verify instrument performance. Based on the demonstrated reliability and consistency of the EZ-Gamma tool during previous programs, it was determined that routine confidence checks were not necessary for this shorter drilling campaign. Instead, the repeatability of the gamma data was assessed by comparing the downhole (in-run) and uphole (out-run) surveys. After completion of each gamma survey, the in-run and out- run datasets were reviewed and compared to confirm data repeatability and identify any significant discrepancies that could indicate instrument drift or logging issues. Any inconsistencies would have triggered further investigation and, if required, a repeat survey. After the gamma survey is completed, the data is uploaded to the Imdex hub IQ portal (https://iq.imdexhub.com) from the rig via satellite internet and available for review. Drilling techniques Drill type (e.g., core, reverse circulation, open- hole hammer, rotary air blast, auger, Bangka, sonic, etc) and details (e.g., core diameter, triple or standard tube, depth of diamond tails, face- sampling bit, or other type, whether core is oriented and if so, by what method, etc). Drilling was completed using a Wallis “Mantis 100” air core drill rig for the drilling. Aircore drilling is a form of reverse circulation drilling where the sample is collected at the face and returned inside the inner tube. The drill cuttings are removed by injection of compressed air into the hole via the annular area between the inner tube and the drill rod. Aircore drill rods used were 3 m long. NQ diameter (76 mm) drill bits and rods were used. All aircore drill holes were vertical with depths varying between 27- 105m depth. Drill sample recovery Method of recording and assessing core and chip sample recoveries and results assessed. Measures taken to maximise sample recovery and ensure representative nature of the samples. Whether a relationship exists between sample recovery and grade and whether sample bias may have occurred due to preferential loss/gain of fine/coarse material. Drill sample recovery for aircore is monitored by recording sample condition descriptions where ‘Poor’ to ‘Very Poor’ were used to identify any samples recovered which were potentially not representative of the interval drilled. A comment was included where water injection was required to recover the sample from a particular interval. The use of water injection can potentially bias a sample and very little water injection was required during this drilling program. No significant loses of samples were observed due to the shallow drilling depths. Drilling commonly advanced from unconsolidated Murray Basin sediments into saprolitic bedrock, with sample quality varying in basement zones where interpreted faults were intersected. These zones were logged at one-metre intervals and assigned a sample quality a ribute. The rotary splitter was set to an approximate 20% split, which produced approximately 1.5 kg sample for each meter interval. The 1.5 kg sample was collected in a pre- numbered calico bags and the remaining 80% (5 kg to 8 kg) was disposed of in a sump below the cyclone/rotary splitter. At the end of each drill rod, the drill string is cleaned by blowing down with air to remove any clay and silt potentially built up in the sample pipes and cyclone. No relationship has been iden fied between sample recovery and grade at this early stage of exploration. Logging Whether core and chip samples have been geologically and geotechnically logged to a level of detail to support appropriate Mineral Resource estimation, mining studies and metallurgical studies. Whether logging is qualitative or quantitative in nature. Core (or costean, channel, etc) photography. The total length and percentage of the relevant intersections logged. All aircore samples collected in calico bags were logged for lithology, colour, cement type, hardness, percentage rock estimate, sorting, and any relevant comments such as moisture, sample condition, or vegetation. Geological logging data for all drill holes was qualitatively logged onto Microsoft Excel spreadsheet using a Panasonic Toughbook with validation rules built into the spreadsheet including specific drop- down menus for each variable. The data was uploaded to the Australian Rare Earths Azure Data Studio database. Every drill hole was logged in full and logging was undertaken with reference to a drilling template with codes prescribed and guidance to ensure consistent and systematic data collection. The density drilling is not sufficient to support consideration of resource estimation, or mining and no geotechnical logging was completed. Sub-sampling techniques and sample preparation If core, whether cut or sawn and whether quarter, half or all cores taken. If non-core, whether riffled, tube sampled, rotary split, etc and whether sampled wet or dry. For all sample types, the nature, quality, and appropriateness of the sample preparation technique. Quality control procedures adopted for allsub- sampling stages to maximise representivity of samples. Measures taken to ensure that the sampling is representative of the in- situmaterial collected, including for instance results for field duplicate/second-half sampling. Whether sample sizes are appropriate to the grain size of the material being sampled. 1 m aircore sample interval were homogenised within the cyclone and the rotary splitter was set to an approximate 20% split producing around 1.5 kg sample for each metre interval. The 1.5 kg sample was collected in a pre- numbered calico bags and the remaining 80% (5 kg to 8 kg) was disposed of in a sump below the cyclone/rotar