ESG Showcase Mt Carbine and Saloro Genuine initiatives are driven by EQR’s core values and stakeholder sentiment surveys. Highlighted ESG initiatives are displayed on the ESG Showcase page on the EQR website and are updated regularly: Community Engagement and Social Responsibility Australia During FY2025, Mt Carbine Operations strengthened its connection with the local community through a range of educational, cultural, and health-focused initiatives. These activities form part of EQR’s broader commitment to creating positive social outcomes while reinforcing the Company’s role as a responsible and engaged operator in Far North Queensland. In September, twenty-four students from St Augustine’s College in Cairns visited Mt Carbine for a hands-on site tour. The program rotated students through the laboratory, maintenance workshop, retreatment circuit, and open-pit geology stations, following an introduction by Ryan MacNeill and Mick Barry. The visit provided a unique opportunity to experience mineral analysis, heavy-equipment maintenance, sustainable resource recovery, and geological mapping in practice. By showcasing the vibrancy and technological advancement of modern mining, EQR is helping inspire the next generation of resources professionals while supporting pathways into high-quality careers in the sector. Employee and community well-being also remained a strong focus during the year. The Mt Carbine team marked “Are You OK?” Day, raising awareness of mental health through workplace discussions and a community barbeque. The operation also proudly supported regional traditions, including sponsorship of the local rodeo, underscoring its role as a contributor to the cultural fabric of the community. Youth development was further supported through the sponsorship of the Mossman Junior Rugby League team, enabling their participation in the Tassel Trophy Challenge. This initiative fostered teamwork, resilience, and confidence among young athletes while promoting mental well-being and a sense of belonging. In addition, the site participated in Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea, supporting the Cancer Council in raising vital funds for cancer research, prevention programs, and support services. This initiative reflects EQR’s commitment to contributing to causes that improve health outcomes nationwide while strengthening the Company’s profile as a socially responsible partner in the community. Through these efforts, Mt Carbine Operations continues to demonstrate that sustainability and community engagement extend well beyond mining activities, embedding social responsibility at the heart of EQR’s operating philosophy. Pictured: Mt Carbine staff at the Australian Biggest Morning Tea at Mt Carbine Pictured: Turner&Townsend JukesTodd looking at the pit during the Climate Risk Assessment workshop conducted on site EQ Resources Limited Annual Report 2025 19
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