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Valiant Gold Limited | ABN: 38 691 820 532 | ASX: VAL
A Ground Floor, 34 Colin Street West Perth WA | W www.valiantgold.com.au
VALIANT GOLD LIMITED | ANNUAL REPORT 2026
Valiant Gold Limited | ABN: 38 691 820 532 | ASX: VAL
A Ground Floor, 34 Colin Street West Perth WA | W www.valiantgold.com.au
VALIANT GOLD LIMITED | ANNUAL REPORT 2026
Contents
About Valiant................................................................................................................................................................................................1
Forward Looking Statements .................................................................................................................................................................1
A Letter from the Chair and CEO..........................................................................................................................................................2
Business and Operations Review..........................................................................................................................................................4
Financial Report.........................................................................................................................................................................................12
Directors’ Report..................................................................................................................................................................................12
Auditor’s Independence Declaration...........................................................................................................................................20
Consolidated Financial Statements..............................................................................................................................................21
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements ...................................................................................................................25
Consolidated Entity Disclosure Statement................................................................................................................................37
Directors’ Declaration........................................................................................................................................................................38
Independent Auditor’s Report .......................................................................................................................................................39
Additional Information ...........................................................................................................................................................................43
Shareholder Information..................................................................................................................................................................43
Use of Funds Confirmation..............................................................................................................................................................45
Mining Tenements ..............................................................................................................................................................................46
Competent Person Statement........................................................................................................................................................48
Corporate Directory.................................................................................................................................................................................49
VALIANT GOLD LIMITED | ANNUAL REPORT 2026 About Valiant
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About Valiant
Valiant Gold Limited (‘Valiant’ or ‘Company’) is an ASX-listed gold company focused on advancing its 100%-
owned Comet and Reedy Gold Projects in Western Australia’s Murchison region. The projects host a combined
1.2Moz JORC-compliant Mineral Resource1
, providing Valiant with a substantial resource base in an
established gold mining district.
Valiant’s strategy is focused on advancing Comet towards restart and progressing the restart of South Emu–
Triton within the Reedy Gold Project, alongside targeted exploration and resource development across the
broader project. Existing underground infrastructure granted Mining Leases and access to established regional
processing infrastructure support the Company’s pathway towards production and longer-term growth.
Forward Looking Statements
This Annual Report contains forward-looking statements regarding the Company’s activities, financial position
and future prospects. Such statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions, many of which are
beyond the Company’s control, and actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied.
Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Subject to any continuing
obligations under applicable law and the ASX Listing Rules, the Company does not undertake any obligation
to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this Annual Report.
1
Refer to the Company’s Prospectus dated 16 February 2026, as amended by the Supplementary Prospectus dated 20 February 2026 (together, the Prospectus)
for further information regarding the Mineral Resource Estimates.
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A Letter from the Chair and CEO
Dear Shareholders,
It is our pleasure to present Valiant Gold Limited’s first Annual Report following the Company’s successful listing
on the Australian Securities Exchange in March 2026.
FY26 marked the establishment of Valiant as an independent, well-funded Western Australian gold company
with a clear strategy: to unlock the value of two established Murchison gold assets through a disciplined
pathway to production, complemented by resource growth and exploration.
Valiant was created through the demerger of the Comet and Reedy Gold Projects from Westgold Resources
Limited (‘Westgold’), with the initial public offering raising $75 million before costs and attracting strong
support from institutional and retail investors. The Company’s projects have a substantial history of gold
production and feature existing Mineral Resources on granted Mining Leases located in close proximity to
established regional infrastructure. This provides Valiant with a strong foundation from which to pursue a
capital-efficient pathway towards near-term production and longer-term growth.
We remain focused on building a sustainable gold business rather than pursuing growth for its own sake. Our
approach is grounded in careful planning, responsible capital management and minimising technical and
operational risk.
Comet is Valiant’s priority mine restart opportunity. Its existing underground development, historical
infrastructure and proximity to processing capacity provide a capital-efficient pathway towards production.
At Reedy, the Company holds a substantial Mineral Resource base across a highly prospective and historically
productive gold district. Our objective is to improve confidence in the existing resources, assess potential
development opportunities and continue testing the project’s broader growth potential. A key priority is South
Emu–Triton, where Valiant is progressing the work program outlined as part of the IPO to evaluate a restart.
Drilling commenced during FY26 to increase confidence in the existing Mineral Resource, test opportunities
for resource growth and provide the technical information required to advance future mine planning.
As Valiant enters its first full financial year as a listed company, our strategic priorities are clear: to advance
Comet along a disciplined pathway into production, continue building the value of the Reedy Gold Project and
preserve the financial strength required to execute our plans responsibly, above all else in a manner that
delivers value to shareholders. The Company ended the financial year with a cash balance of $67.7 million and
no debt, providing a strong financial platform from which to execute our planned work programs while
maintaining discipline in the allocation of shareholder capital.
We are also indebted to the Westgold team for their insight, support and guidance throughout the IPO process.
In addition to providing the Company with excellent development assets and, through the Ore Purchase
Agreement, a clear pathway to production, Westgold remains a key shareholder and is fully supportive of the
forward strategy developed by the Valiant team.
We recognise that lasting shareholder value will be created through delivery. The Board and management are
aligned in their commitment to progressing Valiant’s assets safely, methodically and with a clear focus on
commercial outcomes.
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We thank our shareholders for the confidence they have placed in the Valiant team and look forward to
reporting on progress as the Company moves from establishment into execution.
Yours sincerely,
Derek La Ferla
Non-Executive Chair
Brendan Tritton
Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer
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Business and Operations Review
Upon listing, Valiant emerged with 100% ownership of the Comet and Reedy Gold Projects in Western
Australia’s Murchison region. Together, the projects comprise established brownfields gold assets with more
than one million ounces of historical production and a combined Mineral Resource of approximately 1.2 million
ounces of gold1
.
Figure 1. Valiant Gold Project Overview1
Both projects are located on granted Mining Leases, supported by extensive historical mining and exploration
data and infrastructure, and are situated in close proximity to operating processing facilities. Valiant has
executed an Ore Purchase Agreement with Westgold, which allows ore to be processed at Westgold’s mills.
Importantly, the agreement provides for payment to Valiant by Westgold upon delivery of the ore, rather than
following processing or refinement. This provides a greater degree of certainty while supporting the Company’s
potential to generate early cash flow.
Although Valiant had been listed for only a short period by the end of FY26, the period was used effectively to
establish the people, systems and work programs required to advance the Company’s mine restart and growth
strategy.
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Operations
Comet Gold Project
The Comet Gold Project is located approximately 20 kilometres south-east of Cue and hosts a Mineral Resource
of 4.1Mt at 2.43g/t gold for 319,000 ounces. The project sits ~14km by road from Westgold’s Tuckabianna mill
and ~110km from the Bluebird mill, providing Valiant with dual potential pathways to production.
Figure 2. Comet Project Overview
Comet is Valiant’s priority mine restart opportunity. The project includes an existing underground mine,
historical infrastructure and access to nearby processing capacity through the Company’s Ore Purchase
Agreement with Westgold Resources. During FY26, the Company focused on the planning, procurement and
site preparation required to advance the restart.
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Figure 3. Comet Mine Trend schematic long section, looking west (top) and east (bottom), showing the Mineral Resource Estimate, ounce-
per-vertical metre distribution and previously mined volumes1
On 4 June 2026, Valiant executed a mining services agreement with Mako Mining Pty Ltd who was appointed
to undertake the initial dewatering and rehabilitation activities. Mobilisation and site establishment
commenced in June 20262
. Detailed mine planning has also progressed during the period, together with the
procurement of key long-lead infrastructure.
Valiant has subsequently advanced the tender process for the principal underground mining contract and
continued reviewing the mine plan, infrastructure requirements and proposed sequence of restart activities.
This initial work established the operational foundation for the next phase of activity at the Comet Project and
supported the Company’s objective of progressively reducing the technical and execution risks associated with
the restart.
2
Refer ASX Announcement dated 27 July 2026 ‘June 2026 Quarterly Activities / Cashflow Report’.
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Reedy Gold Project
The Reedy Gold Project is located within the highly prospective Cue–Meekatharra gold district and includes
several deposits and exploration opportunities. Its current development projects include South Emu, Triton and
Boomerang.
Figure 4. Reedy Project Overview
Since listing in March 2026, Valiant has commenced its maiden diamond drilling program at South Emu–Triton.
The program was designed to test the continuation of mineralisation below the existing Mineral Resource and
improve the Company’s understanding of the broader mineralised system. The program successfully confirmed
the extension to gold mineralisation below the existing Mineral Resource of 1.7Mt @ 4.0g/t Au for 224koz.
Drilling returned significant intercepts including:
34.2m @ 2.97g/t Au from 1,007.9m, including 3.6m @ 15.55g/t Au3
.
Subsequent to year-end, drilling at South Emu-Triton continued and assays received from 26REDD003 included;
7.0m @ 4.57g/t Au from 861.0m, including 0.3m @ 68.80g/t Au,
2.0m @ 11.49g/t Au, and
7.3m @ 2.35g/t Au.
3
Refer ASX Announcement dated 16 June 2026 ‘Mineralisation Extensions Confirmed at South-Emu Triton’.
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Figure 5. South Emu-Triton schematic long section, facing west, displaying the Mineral Resource Estimate (‘MRE’) with previously mined
volumes and drill intercepts, including results received after 30 June 20261
The results demonstrated that gold mineralisation extends at least 400m below the existing Mineral Resource,
with the mineralised system exceeding 100m in horizontal width and remaining open down-dip and along
strike. Drilling will continue into FY27 with the next program focusing on shallower infill drilling aimed at
converting Inferred Resources to the Indicated category to support future mine planning and restart studies at
South Emu-Triton.
The commencement of drilling represented an important first step in evaluating the potential for future Mineral
Resource growth and development opportunities across the Reedy project area.
In parallel, the Company progressed geological interpretation and planning for future drilling across the
broader Reedy portfolio, including work to improve confidence in the existing Mineral Resource at Boomerang
and assess its potential development pathways.
The Company is pleased with the progress of the on-ground exploration and development activities
undertaken since listing, which have been consistent with the plans outlined during the IPO process.
Table 1. Comet and Reedy Mineral Resource Estimates1
The information in this report that relates to Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves is based on information
compiled by a Competent Person as defined in the JORC Code (2012 Edition). Refer to the Competent Person Statement at the
end of this Annual Report.
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Events After Year-End
Subsequent to 30 June 2026, Valiant successfully re-entered the Comet underground mine, marking an
important step in assessing the pathway towards restart. Initial inspections confirmed generally favourable
underground conditions, with ground support and key infrastructure observed to be in better condition than
initially anticipated4
. This outcome allowed the Company to bring forward certain infrastructure and
procurement activities, including a 6.1MW site power station contracted to Silverstone Energy, ancillary
underground electrical infrastructure and substations, primary ventilation for the Comet and Pinnacles
workings, permanent dewatering pumps with a new pit-floor-to-surface discharge line installed, an initial 30-
room camp (scalable to 60 then 100) via Quick Camps, refuge chambers ordered, and surface and underground
communications already installed and commissioned5
. Delivery and commissioning for these items is targeted
for Q2 FY27.
The re-entry provided important information to support mine engineering and rehabilitation planning, with
dewatering and rehabilitation activities continuing as the Company advances its assessment of the planned
restart.
At South Emu–Triton, drilling results received after year-end confirmed that gold mineralisation extends beyond
the existing Mineral Resource, strengthening the Company’s understanding of the system and highlighting
further resource-growth potential6
.
In August 2026, Valiant also commenced an initial diamond drilling program at Boomerang, designed to
increase geological confidence within the existing Mineral Resource and provide additional information to
support the assessment of potential development opportunities7
.
These activities demonstrate early execution against the strategy outlined at IPO, with Valiant entering FY27
focused on delivering the key operational and development milestones across both the Comet and Reedy
projects.
Outlook
Valiant enters FY27 with a strong balance sheet, an experienced and growing team, and a clear work program
across its two principal projects.
At Comet, the immediate priority is to advance dewatering, rehabilitation, mine engineering and contractor
engagement to further define a clear pathway towards restart.
At Reedy, drilling will continue to evaluate the existing Mineral Resource base and test opportunities for further
resource growth, with initial programs focused on South Emu–Triton and Boomerang.
Further exploration work is scheduled across both projects to further understand the strike potential of the
current projects. Valiant is not content to sit on the current resource level and will not be complacent in respect
of further exploration work to expand resources within current mineralised envelopes and will seek to expand
the resource base and also consider other opportunities to build scale and enhance shareholder value.
Across the portfolio, Valiant will maintain a disciplined approach to capital allocation with expenditure focused
on increasing project confidence, reducing development risk and supporting informed investment decisions.
FY26 established Valiant as an independent ASX listed gold company. In FY27, the focus shifts to execution –
advancing Comet towards a restart, growing the resource base, increasing confidence in those resources and
delivering measurable operational progress that positions the Company to create long-term value for
shareholders.
4
Refer ASX Announcement dated 21 July 2026 ‘Comet Mine Re-Entry Successfully Completed’.
5
Refer ASX Announcement dated 2 September 2026 ‘Comet Gold Mine Restart Activities Accelerate’.
6
Refer ASX Announcement dated 31 August 2026 ‘South Emu-Triton Drilling Continues to Return Strong Results’.
7
Refer ASX Announcement dated 27 August 2026 ´Resource Definition Drilling Commences at Boomerang’.
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Material Business Risks
The material business risks for the Company include:
Gold Price and Currency Fluctuations
Valiant’s future revenues and financial performance will be exposed to fluctuations in the gold price and foreign
exchange rates. Changes in gold prices may affect the economic viability of exploration, development and
mining activities and the Company’s ability to generate sufficient cash flows to fund its operations.
Gold prices may be influenced by a range of factors outside Valiant’s control, including global economic
conditions, inflation, interest rates, currency movements, central bank policies and geopolitical events. A
sustained decline in the gold price could adversely affect the Company’s financial position, exploration and
development activities and the value of its assets.
Mineral Resources and Ore Reserve Estimates
Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves are estimates and are subject to uncertainty. There can be no assurance
that estimates of the quantity, grade or quality of mineralisation will be accurate or that Mineral Resources will
ultimately be converted into Ore Reserves or economically recoverable mineralisation.
Such estimates are based on geological data, sampling, drilling, assumptions and interpretations that may
prove to be inaccurate. Actual mineralisation, geological conditions, recoveries, operating costs and other
factors may differ from those assumed, which may result in changes to Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve
estimates and adversely affect the Company’s financial performance and prospects.
Exploration and Replacement of Mineral Resources
Exploration is inherently speculative and there is no assurance that current or future exploration programs will
result in the discovery of economically viable mineralisation.
The development of a mineral discovery may require significant expenditure and several years of exploration,
evaluation, permitting and development before production can commence. There is a risk that exploration
activities may be unsuccessful or that Valiant may be unable to replace or increase its Mineral Resource base,
which could adversely affect the Company’s future growth and operating prospects.
Mining, Development and Operational Risks
Mining and development activities are subject to a range of risks, including unexpected geological or ground
conditions, equipment failure, adverse weather, flooding, bushfires, supply chain disruptions, labour availability,
industrial incidents and other operational events.
These risks may result in delays, increased operating or capital costs, reduced production or financial losses.
There can be no assurance that Valiant’s planned exploration, development or production activities will be
completed within anticipated timeframes or costs.
Production and Cost Estimates
Valiant may prepare estimates of future production, operating costs and capital expenditure based on
assumptions regarding geological conditions, production rates, commodity prices, labour, energy, equipment,
inflation and other factors.
Actual results may differ materially from these estimates. Failure to achieve expected production or material
increases in operating or capital costs could adversely affect Valiant’s cash flows, profitability, financial position
and future operations.
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Regulatory and Environmental Risks
Exploration and mining activities are subject to extensive laws, regulations, approvals and permit requirements
relating to health and safety, environmental management, land access, heritage, water, rehabilitation and other
matters.
Changes to legislation, regulation or government policy, or delays in obtaining or maintaining required
approvals, may adversely affect the timing, cost or viability of the Company’s activities. Non-compliance with
applicable requirements may also result in penalties, remediation obligations, delays or restrictions on
operations.
Valiant seeks to manage these risks through appropriate policies, procedures, monitoring and compliance
processes.
Community and Cultural Heritage
The Company recognises the importance of maintaining constructive relationships with local communities,
Traditional Owners, landholders and other stakeholders throughout the exploration and mining lifecycle.
Failure to appropriately manage stakeholder expectations, cultural heritage or community impacts may result
in reputational damage, delays, increased costs or disruption to exploration and development activities. Valiant
seeks to manage these risks through stakeholder engagement, consultation and compliance with applicable
cultural heritage and land access requirements.
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Financial Report
Directors’ Report
The Directors present their report, together with the financial statements, for Valiant Gold Limited for the period
ended 30 June 2026.
The Company was admitted to the Official List of ASX on 25 March 2026. Accordingly, these financial statements
cover the period from incorporation to 30 June 2026. As this is the Company's first reporting period, no
comparative information is presented in the remuneration and shareholding tables below.
Directors
The following persons were directors of Valiant Gold Limited during the period ended 30 June 2026 and up to
the date of this report, unless otherwise stated:
Name Position Appointed
Derek La Ferla Non-Executive Chair 1 December 2025
Brendan Tritton Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer 17 November 2025
Simon Rigby Non-Executive Director 14 October 2025
Anthony Chamberlain Non-Executive Director 1 December 2025
Wayne Bramwell Director 14 October 2025 (resigned 9 February 2026)
Su Hau (Tommy) Heng Director 14 October 2025 (resigned 9 February 2026)
Information on Directors and Company Secretaries
Derek La Ferla –Non-Executive Chair
Derek is an experienced Chair and Company Director having served on a number of ASX 200, small market cap
and private company boards. His professional background is as a corporate lawyer and a partner in several
international, national and WA based law firms. In addition to Valiant, Derek is chair of Chalice Mining Limited
(ASX: CHN), Icon Engineering Pty Ltd, Training and Alliance Group Pty Ltd and Foodbank WA. He is also a part-
time partner at Western Australian law firm, Lavan. Derek is the former chair of Sandfire Resources Limited as
well as a former board member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Brendan Tritton – Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer
Brendan is an accomplished mining executive and engineer with extensive experience spanning technical
operations, corporate strategy and leadership within the Australian resources sector. A graduate of the Western
Australian School of Mines, Brendan combines deep technical foundations with strong commercial and
organisational insight. He has held senior operational and leadership roles across multiple resource projects
including Barrick's Kanowna Belle and Mincor Resources NL's Kambalda operations, and is recognised for his
pragmatic, forward-thinking approach to mine development, team performance and stakeholder engagement.
Brendan is actively engaged with the Western Australian School of Mines Alumni as a Councillor, contributing
to mentorship, industry collaboration and advocacy for innovation in mining education and sustainability. He
holds a degree in Mining Science from Western Australian School of Mines.
Simon Rigby – Non-Executive Director
Simon is a Geologist (BSc (Hons), MAIG) with more than 35 years of experience in mineral exploration, mining,
business development and executive leadership within both major and junior companies. He has worked in
precious and base metals and strategic minerals throughout Australasia, Africa, Europe and the Americas.
Simon is the Chief Growth Officer of Westgold and has been appointed as Westgold's nominee on the Valiant
Board.
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Anthony Chamberlain – Non-Executive Director
Tony holds a PhD in metallurgy from Curtin University and is an experienced mining executive with over 30
years' experience in the resources sector, bringing a wealth of knowledge in project development spanning
resource optimisation, engineering, approvals, construction and operational management. Tony held senior
operational and management roles during his 12 years at WMC Resources and BHP and has since served in
senior and executive positions at several ASX-listed junior resource companies, including Vimy Resources, BCI
Minerals, Clean TeQ, Stonehenge Metals, and Global Lithium Limited.
Wayne Bramwell – Director
(Appointed 14 October 2025, Resigned 9 February 2026)
Su Hau (Tommy) Heng – Director
(Appointed 14 October 2025, Resigned 9 February 2026)
Joan Dabon – Company Secretary
(Appointed 1 December 2025)
Joan is a Chartered Secretary with over nine years' experience in company secretarial and corporate advisory
services, supporting ASX and NSX listed companies across a wide range of sectors including mining & oil and
gas, manufacturing, automotive, technology, renewable energy, logistics, and distribution. She was the
Executive Director – Governance (West Coast) at Source Governance, where she led governance delivery and
strategic board support for a diverse client base. Joan holds a Juris Doctor degree and is an Associate Member
of the Governance Institute of Australia.
Anastasia Gotjamanos – Company Secretary
(Appointed 14 October 2025, Resigned 9 February 2026)
Directors’ Meetings
The number of Directors’ meetings held during the period, and the number of meetings attended by each
Director is as follows:
Board Audit & Risk Committee Remuneration and
Nomination Committee
Held Attended Held Attended Held1
Attended
Derek La Ferla 4 4 1 1 1 1
Brendan Tritton 4 4 1* 1* 1* 1*
Simon Rigby 4 4 1 1 1 1
Anthony Chamberlain 4 4 1 1 1 1
Wayne Bramwell 1 1 N/A N/A N/A N/A
Su Hau (Tommy) Heng 1 1 N/A N/A N/A N/A
1
Held represents the number of meetings held during the time the director held office or was a member of the committee during the period.
*Not a member of this committee. Non-members may attend by invitation.
Remuneration Report (Audited)
The Directors present the remuneration report for the Company for the period ended 30 June 2026. This report
forms part of the Directors’ Report and has been au
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