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Shane Mele has more than 20 years of experience in the resources industry, predominantly in gold mining and exploration as well as base metal exploration. Prior to joining Navarre Minerals, Mr Mele was managing director of Kidman Resources and held senior management and geological roles with St Barbara, BCD Resources NL, Leviathan Resources and MPI Mines, with a range of responsibilities including regional exploration management and technical project assessments for business development. He holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) from LaTrobe University and is a member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.