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ASX And Perpetual In Discussions Regarding Possible Sale Of ASX Perpetual Registrars Limited

Date 11/08/2005

Australian Stock Exchange Limited (ASX) has previously advised that as part of its review of adjacent businesses, it was considering the strategic relevance of its 50 percent share in the joint venture ASX Perpetual Registrars Limited.

Australian Stock Exchange Limited (ASX) has previously advised that as part of its review of adjacent businesses, it was considering the strategic relevance of its 50 percent share in the joint venture ASX Perpetual Registrars Limited. In the course of the review, ASX and its joint venture partner, Perpetual Trustees Limited, have received expressions of interest for the possible sale of 100% of ASX Perpetual Registrars Limited. Negotiations are progressing but no sale agreement has been entered into with any party.

The market will be kept informed.