Westralian Iron Pty Ltd (the Proponent) is proposing to undertake an exploration drilling program at the Koolanooka Hills, located in the Shire of Morawa, approximately 20 km east-south-east of the township of Morawa.

The purpose of the Proposal is mineral exploration drilling for iron ore and would include the clearing of no more than 2.95 hectares of native vegetation within a 3.80 ha disturbance footprint.  The proposal would involve earthworks to establish (25) drill pads and access tracks, exploration drilling works and rehabilitation of cleared areas following the completion of the drilling works.

The exploration works are expected to be completed over three months.