ASX Announcement - MLC Finalises Acquisition of HKMLC - 11 July 2005

MLC Limited today completed the purchase of remaining interests in HKMLC Holdings Limited (HKMLC), in line with the previous ASX announcement on 14 April 2005.

The purchase price was A$148 million, which is consistent with previous estimates.

For further information:

Brandon Phillips
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External Relations
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Samantha Evans
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Hany Messieh
Manager, Investor Relations
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