Directors’ Interests

Clough CEO John Smith has cashed in $2.4 million worth of shares in the engineering and construction company after exercising 3 million options. Mr Smith exercised 3 million options in early September, which temporarily increased his holding to 6 million shares. The latest transaction reduced Mr Smith's holding to the prior level of 3 million shares or 0.4 per cent of issued capital.

Chalice Gold Mines chief executive Tim Goyder has bought more than 5.1 million shares in the West Perth-based company via a rights issue. Mr Goyder purchased $2.2 million shares at 42 cents per share. He now holds more than 25 million shares in Chalice Gold valued at $14.5 million.

Aurora Oil and Gas non-executive director Gren Schoch increased his stake in the exploration and production company to $5.9 million, buying more than 400,000 shares in an off-market trade.