Elixir said the pair had agreed to extend the due diligence period of the deal from 30 November until 18 December.

AWE reached a deal last month with Elixir to sell its 57.5% stake in Cliffs Head for an initial upfront payment of A$1 million (US$725,665).

Elixir said Monday an agreement had also been reached to extend the exclusivity period from 24 December to 29 January next year once Elixir pays a 10% non-refundable deposit.

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