Sino Gold (fka SIOGF)

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SINO GOLD NOT IMPACTED BY EARTHQUAKE

SINO GOLD SUPPORTS CHINA EARTHQUAKE RELIEF EFFORT
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Sino Gold Mining Limited is pleased to report that its operations and workforce in China have not been directly impacted by the countrys devastating earthquake disaster.

In response to the earthquake Sino Gold has announced a donation of approximately A$100,000 in essential equipment to the earthquake relief effort.

The equipment included 70 portable gas power generators, 200 sets of hand torches and 70 megaphones, which will be sent to Chengdu by chartered plane along with an emergency rescue team of 10 employees led by a senior Sino Gold executive.

In addition to this, Sino Gold CEO Mr Jake Klein has extended an appeal to individuals within the company to provide donations.

This disaster has deeply shocked Sino Golds 1,600 employees and contractors in China and Australia, Mr Klein said.

We are fortunate to be in a position to contribute to the earthquake relief effort both financially and through our employees expertise.

While the magnitude of the damage is difficult to contemplate, we have sought to provide our assistance in the most meaningful and beneficial manner possible.


This announcement is also available at www.sinogold.com.au

For further information, please contact:

Investor Enquiries: Jake Klein, CEO or Roger Howe, Investor Relations
[phone], [e-mail]


Media Enquiries: Kate Kerrision
[phone], [e-mail]