BASS Metals Ltd director Kieran Rodgers has increased his direct and indirect interest in the company by acquiring more than 4.9 million shares worth nearly $1.4 million in a rights issue. He now holds 19.7 million shares at a value of $5.9 million. His co-directors, Craig McGown, David Boyer and Michael Rosenstreich, also increased their interests. PERTH-BASED copper and gold explorer Mawson Metals managing director, David Frances, has exercised options to acquire 500,000 shares at a value of $100,000. Mr Frances did not previously hold shares in the company.