Rob Clifford

Rob Clifford
good half production year
If they do get it into production before the end of the year they could get a good half of production in 2006-07.
biggest costs eyes iron today
The biggest uncertainties before today were operational costs and iron ore prices. With costs out of the way, all eyes are now on the iron ore outcomes.
bit expecting forward looking market nasty prices ramp surprises year
It's a bit down on people's expectations, but there wasn't any nasty surprises in there. The market is looking forward to this year when they're expecting to ramp up production, and prices are higher.
chinese saying
The Chinese are saying we won't give in without a fight, and they don't want to back down.
cash confidence indication
The dividend payout is an indication of confidence in their cash flows.