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The document below is a copy of the prospectus issued by the Company for the bonus issue of free options to subscribe for fully paid ordinary shares in the Company (Prospectus) which was given to ASIC and ASX on 5 December 2008. The Prospectus is being made available for the information purposes only of those persons who are shareholders of the Company as at 16 December 2008 and who are eligible to participate in the bonus issue, who will also be mailed a paper copy of the Prospectus. No offer is made under this electronic copy of the Prospectus.

  • Prospectus 2008 Bonus Option - 8th December 2008

  • Notice of General Meeting - 9th October 2008

  • Market Update - 5th June 2008

  • Class Ruling Issued - 24th October 2007

  • Correction to dividend announcement - 24th October 2007

  • Interim Dividend - 22nd October 2007

  • Settlement of Sale for Remaining Vessels - 17th July 2007

  • Contract of Sale for Remaining Vessels - 12th July 2007

  • Memorandum of Understanding for the Sale of Remaining Vessels - 6th June 2007

  • Proforma balance sheet following further asset sales - 4th April 2007

  • Further Sales of Fishing Related Assets - 3rd April 2007

  • Notice of general meeting - 30th March 2007

  • Dividend and Capital Return - 12th March 2007

  • Letter to Shareholders Suspending DRP - 7th March 2007

  • Correction to January Announcement - 28th February 2007

  • Settlement of Tender of Statutory Fishing Rights - 13th February 2007

  • Notice of General Meeting - 9th February 2007

  • Sale of Vessels - 23rd January 2007

  • Market Update - 15th January 2007

  • Successful Tender and Sale of Assets - 22nd December 2006

  • Progress Report on the Commonwealth Government - 20th September 2006

  • Further Impact of AIFRS - 17th February 2006

  • Government Announces $220m to Secure Australia’s Fishing Future - 24th November 2005

  • Letters to Shareholders re Shortfall Shares - 31st May 2005

  • Results of Non-Renouncable Rights Issue - 2nd May 2005

  • Letter to Shareholders of Non-Renouncable Issue - 18th March 2005

  • Offer Information Statement - 16th March 2005

  • Capital Raising to Coincide with Amended Legislation - 15th March 2005

  • Retirement of Director - 12th Novemver 2004

  • Managing Directors Update - 27th July 2004

  • Environmental Accreditation for Northern Prawn Fishery - 29th April 2004

  • Changes to the Board - 2nd March 2004

  • Dividend Reinvestment Plan Share Issue Price - 9th December 2003

  • Managing Director's Update - 18th November 2003

  • Results of Annual General Meeting - 14th November 2003

  • Appointment of Director - 20 October 2003

  • Dividend Reinvestment Plan Discount - 25th September 2003

  • Asset Acquisition - 24th July 2002

  • Asset Acquisition - 18th July 2002

  • Results of Meeting- 16th November 2001

  • Option to Further Increase NPF Stake - 31st August 2001

  • Increases Stake in Northern Prawn Fishery - 19th July 2001

  • Company Secretary Appointment/Resignation - 17th July 2001

  • Enjoys Market Breakthrough - 17th November 2000

  • Results of general meeting - 17th November 2000

  • US Markets re-open - 16th August 2000

  • Reorganisation of share capital/capital raising - 30th March 2000

  • Completion of JV Agreement with Superdata - 2nd March 2000







    Changes to the Board - 2nd March 2004
    HOMEX - Perth
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    I am pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Michael Grant as Managing Director and CEO, and Mr Clayton Nelson as an executive Director of the Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd group.

    Michael Grant, 46, will be replacing Nigel Ferguson who announces his retirement from the managing director role. Nigel will continue on the Board as a non executive Director, and will provide corporate consulting services to the company.

    Mike is a founding director of Deep Sea Fisheries, responsible for all aspects of marketing and promotion of the Group and its products. He has 30 years experience, and is well known and respected in the fishing industry. He will continue to perform his marketing role as well as leading the group into the future.

    Clayton Nelson, 41, has a long association with the company, starting as a skipper in 1985, and serving as the group’s fleet master for the last 7 years. Clayton brings considerable expertise and will add a youthful and innovative voice to the Board.

    Mike Grant paid tribute to Nigel Ferguson who was the founding Chairman and Managing Director of the Group.

    “Nigel’s contribution to the success of the company to date cannot be measured. We are pleased that he will continue to provide his skills and knowledge to the Board in a non executive role, and wish him well in his retirement,” said Mr Grant. “I am looking forward to taking over at the helm of a company well positioned for long term growth. We have been very active in lobbying for continued restructure in our principal fishery to further lower our production costs, and the rewards of recent changes will be seen in the near future.”

    I am very pleased with the new composition of the Board. The appointments will add fresh enthusiasm to the management of the group, which will be a key factor in our ongoing success.

    Gordon Hill
    Chairman
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    Dividend Reinvestment Plan Share Issue Price - 9th December 2003
    HOMEX - Perth
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    Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd is pleased to announce a discounted DRP issue price of 45 cents per share in relation to the upcoming dividend.

    The price reflects a 5% discount to the weighted average price of shares recently traded, as determined in accordance with the Company's DRP Rules.

    The dividend of 0.5 cents per share will be paid to shareholders on 12 December 2003. Eligible DRP participants will be allotted new shares on this date in lieu of cash dividends, rounded up to the nearest whole share.

    Application for quotation of the shares issued under the DRP will be made within 10 business days following the allotment in accordance with Listing Rule 2.8.3

    Mark Douglas
    Company Secretary
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    Managing Director's Update - 18th November 2003
    HOMEX - Perth
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    It is with pleasure that I provide this update to Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd shareholders and other interested parties.

    The last three years has been a period of rationalisation and consolidation within our industry. During this time representatives of Deep Sea Fisheries have worked with industry bodies to promote a more sustainable industry. Coinciding with these developments, we have been building a future for Deep Sea Fisheries by purchasing Statutory Fishing Rights, providing the company with a larger stake in a tighter and more commercially viable industry. We have started to see the fruits of these initiatives in improved catches and believe this trend will only improve.

    Now that the foundations are laid we intend exploring further growth opportunities.

    To coincide with these developments we have elected recently appointed Director Gordon Hill to Chair the Board. Gordon's experience includes 12 years in State politics with responsibility for portfolios in Fisheries, Police, Mines and Trade. As Chairman he will bring independence and other measurable benefits to the Board.

    We believe Gordon's skills in promoting a range of industries at a government level will prove invaluable in terms of the contribution he will make in shaping the company's future direction.

    I have thoroughly enjoyed my role as Chairman since the inception of the Company in 1986. My retirement from this position will enable me to focus on progressing the company as Group Managing Director. In addition Gordon's appointment will enhance our Corporate Governance procedures.

    The Directors are positive about the company's future, and I look forward to updating shareholders with further developments during what promises to be a dynamic phase for the industry and Deep Sea Fisheries.

    Nigel Ferguson
    Chairman of Directors
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    Results of Annual General Meeting - 14th November 2003
    HOMEX - Perth
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    Notice is hereby given that at the Annual General Meeting of the Company held on 14 November 2003 the following resolutions were passed by a show of hands without amendment.

    In accordance with section 251AA of the Corporations Act, the following proxy votes were received:

    RESOLUTION 1 - ADOPTION OF 2003 ACCOUNTS AND REPORTS

    The total number of proxy votes exercisable by all proxies validly appointed was 2,438,130. Voting results were:

    For 2,352,580
    Against 5,000
    Proxy's discretion 80,550

    RESOLUTION 2 - DECLARE FULLY FRANKED DIVIDEND OF 0.5 CENTS PER SHARE

    The total number of proxy votes exercisable by all proxies validly appointed was 2,438,130. Voting results were:

    For 2,356,580
    Against 1,000
    Proxy's discretion 80,550

    RESOLUTION 3 - RE-ELECTION OF MR H R MOONEN AS DIRECTOR

    The total number of proxy votes exercisable by all proxies validly appointed was 2,438,130. Voting results were:

    For 2,352,580
    Against 0
    Proxy's discretion 85,550

    RESOLUTION 4 - APPROVAL OF THE DEEP SEA FISHERIES LTD DIVIDEND REINVESTMENT PROGRAM

    The total number of proxy votes exercisable by all proxies validly appointed was 2,438,130. Voting results were:

    For 2,356,580
    Against 1,000
    Proxy's discretion 80,550

    RESOLUTION 5 - RE-ELECTION OF MR GL HILL AS DIRECTOR

    The total number of proxy votes exercisable by all proxies validly appointed was 2,438,130. Voting results were:

    For 2,352,580
    Against 0
    Proxy's discretion 85,550

    RESOLUTION 6 - APPROVAL OF MAXIMUM DIRECTOR'S REMUNERATION

    The total number of proxy votes exercisable by all proxies validly appointed was 733,755. Voting results were:

    For 720,205
    Against 2,000
    Proxy's discretion 11,550

    Further details are available by contacting the Company on (08) 9337 8433.

    MJ DOUGLAS
    COMPANY SECRETARY
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    Appointment of Director - 20 October 2003
    HOMEX - Perth
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    The Board of Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd has pleasure in announcing the appointment of Mr Gordon Hill, former WA Minister for Fisheries, to the Board of Directors.

    During his 12 years in State politics, Gordon was responsible for portfolios in Fisheries, Police, Mines and Trade, and his appointment will bring valued experience and independence to the Board.

    Gordon currently practices as a commercial and corporate solicitor, and is a Board member of several Australian and international public and private companies.

    Gordon's thorough knowledge of the fishing industry will benefit the group, particularly with his strong expertise in operating and negotiating within regulated industries. He has vast experience in accessing international markets which will be valuable for future product sales.

    The Company's major fishery is undergoing a reform process to rebuild stocks and increase future catches. Concurrently the Deep Sea Fisheries group is actively exploring strategies that will enable it to take full advantage of the future benefits of these reforms. We consider that Gordon's appointment to the Board will be invaluable to the progression of these initiatives.

    The Group expects to make some significant developments in these areas by the end of this year. We will provide a further update to shareholders at this time.

    Nigel Ferguson
    Chairman of Directors
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    Dividend Reinvestment Plan Discount - 25 September 2003
    HOMEX - Perth
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    At a Board meeting today, the Directors of Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd resolved that shares issued under the Company's proposed Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) will be priced at a discount of 5% to the weighted average market price of the Company's shares.

    Registered shareholders that lodge a DRP Election/Variation Form with the Company's Share Registry by 5pm WST on 5 December 2003 will be eligible to participate in the DRP for the 2003 final dividend of 0.5 cents payable on 12 December.

    The implementation of the DRP is subject to shareholder approval at the 2003 Annual General Meeting to be held on 14 November 2003. Shareholders will be provided with details of the DRP in the notice for that meeting. The resolution to adopt the DRP has the support of all Directors.

    DRP Election/Variation Forms and a summary of the DRP Rules will be sent to all shareholders immediately following approval at the AGM.

    Nigel Ferguson
    Chairman of Directors
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    Asset Acquisition - 24th July 2002
    HOMEX - Perth
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    Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd has today settled the purchase of a parcel of Statutory Fishing Rights (SFRs) in the Northern Prawn Fishery (NPF).

    The $1.9 million outlay finalises the acquisition of 295 SFRs, increasing the group's ownership to 7.8% of total access rights to the $350 million fishery.

    An industry backed restructure of the NPF is to commence by 1 September 2002, whereby total catch effort of the fishery is to be reduced. Through its program of increasing SFRs, Deep Sea Fisheries is able to maintain its level of catch effort after the restructure, providing a competitive advantage in future seasons.

    NR Ferguson
    DIRECTOR

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    Asset Acquisistion - 18th July 2002
    HOMEX - Perth
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    Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd has recently completed the $330,000 acquisition of a further parcel of Statutory Fishing Rights (SFRs) in the Northern Prawn Fishery (NPF).

    Government and industry have agreed to a restructure of the NPF by 1 September to reduce the total fishing effort and preserve future prawn stocks. The restructure is fully supported by Deep Sea directors, and the group remains committed to its long standing strategy of acquiring further access rights to maintain our position as a leading operator in the fishery.

    NR Ferguson
    DIRECTOR

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    Results of Meeting - 16th November 2001
    HOMEX - Perth
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    Notice is hereby given, in accordance with Listing Rule 3.13.2, that at the Annual General Meeting of the Company held on 16 November 2001 the following resolutions were passed by a show of hands without amendment.

    In accordance with section 251AA of the Corporations Act, the following proxy votes were received:

    RESOLUTION 1 - ADOPTION OF 2001 ACCOUNTS AND REPORTS

    The total number of proxy votes exercisable by all proxies validly appointed was 2,008,010. Voting results were:

    For 1,980,000
    Against 0
    Proxy's discretion 28,000

    RESOLUTION 2 - DECLARE FULLY FRANKED DIVIDEND OF 0.9 CENTS PER SHARE

    The total number of proxy votes exercisable by all proxies validly appointed was 2,008,010. Voting results were:

    For 1,980,000
    Against 0
    Proxy's discretion 28,000

    RESOLUTION 3 - RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR MR M J GRANT

    The total number of proxy votes exercisable by all proxies validly appointed was 2,008,010. Voting results were:

    For 1,980,000
    Against 0
    Proxy's discretion 28,000

    Further details are available by contacting the Company on (08) 9337 8433.

    M J Douglas
    COMPANY SECRETARY

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    Option to Further Increase NPF Stake - 31st August 2001
    HOMEX - Perth
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    Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd announces the recent signing of an option contract to acquire a further parcel of Statutory Fishing Rights (SFRs) in the Company's principal fishing grounds, the Northern Prawn Fishery (NPF).

    The agreement provides an option for Deep Sea to acquire 295 SFRs for $2.1 million, with settlement to take place in July 2002.

    The execution of the agreement supports the Directors' long standing strategy of increasing access rights to this valuable fishery, in anticipation of government and industry backed initiatives for reduction of total effort in the NPF to preserve future fish stocks.

    M J Grant
    DIRECTOR

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    Increases Stake in Northern Prawn Fishery - 19th July 2001
    HOMEX - Perth
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    Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd announces the completion of a major acquisition of access rights to the Northern Prawn Fishery, Australia's richest fishing resource.

    Deep Sea recently made final payment under an agreement to acquire a parcel of Statutory Fishing Rights for $2.9 million, increasing its total stake in the fishery by almost 1%.

    Our Company is the third largest operator in the NPF, and is the only listed public entity with access to this valuable fishery.

    N Ferguson
    CHAIRMAN OF DIRECTORS

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    Company Secretary Appointment/Resignation - 17th July 2001
    HOMEX - Perth
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    Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd announces the appointment of Mark James Douglas as Company Secretary from today's date. Mark is a principal of accounting firm Francis A Jones and Associates Pty Ltd with over 15 years experience.

    Mr Hans Moonen has today resigned his position as Company Secretary, and remains in office as a non executive Director.

    N Ferguson
    CHAIRMAN OF DIRECTORS

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    Enjoys Market Breakthrough - 17th November 2000
    HOMEX - Perth
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    In a recent announcement made by the Australian Prawn Promotion Association (APPA), the European Community has agreed to a major tariff reduction for Australian prawns from 12% to 3.6%.

    This decision will allow 10,000 tonnes of prawns into the EU for a limited trial period.

    In the APPA announcement, Chairman Ron Edwards said "This decision has the potential to reap millions of dollars in additional export revenue for Australian producers and allows a valuable opportunity to diversify the market for Australian prawns".

    Together with the recent re-opening of US markets, this development provides the Deep Sea Group with broadening market and growth opportunities.

    N R Ferguson
    CHAIRMAN OF DIRECTORS
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    Results of general meeting - 17th November 2000
    HOMEX - Perth
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    Notice is hereby given, in accordance with Listing Rule 3.13.2, that at the Annual General Meeting of the Company held on 17 November 2000 the resolutions as set out on the attached Notice of Meeting were passed by a show of hands without amendment.

    In accordance with section 251AA of the Corporations Law, the following proxy votes were received:

    RESOLUTION 1 - ADOPTION OF ACCOUNTS AND REPORTS

    The total number of proxy votes exercisable by all proxies validly appointed was 1,236,500. Voting results were:

    For 990,000
    Against 0
    Proxy's discretion 246,500

    RESOLUTION 2 - DECLARE FULLY FRANKED DIVIDEND

    The total number of proxy votes exercisable by all proxies validly appointed was 1,236,500. Voting results were:

    For 990,000
    Against 0
    Proxy's discretion 246,500

    RESOLUTION 3 - ELECTION OF DIRECTOR - MR G J FERGUSON

    The total number of proxy votes exercisable by all proxies validly appointed was 1,236,500. Voting results were:

    For 990,000
    Against 0
    Proxy's discretion 246,500

    Further details are available by contacting the Company on (08) 9337 8433.

    N R Ferguson
    CHAIRMAN OF DIRECTORS
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    US Markets re-open - 16th August 2000
    HOMEX - Perth
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    US MARKETS RE-OPEN TO DEEP SEA FISHERIES

    The United States has agreed to accept imports of prawns from Australia's rich Northern Prawn Fishery (NPF), lifting bans imposed in 1996. The decision acknowledges the NPF as a 'turtle friendly' fishery and represents a break through for NPF fishing companies, broadening the markets for the sale of their product.

    As a result of recent strategic licence acquisitions, Deep Sea Fisheries now owns in excess of 8% of the access rights to the NPF, and is positioned to take advantage of the marketing opportunities within the US market.

    In a recent statement, The Hon Warren Truss, Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry stated "On top of the lucrative Japanese and Asian markets, access to the US shrimp market could boost the value of the NPF to above its 1998-99 level of around $110 million a year."

    Deep Sea is the only public listed company owning access rights to the NPF.

    Deep Sea has been strongly pro-active in securing the introduction of Turtle Excluder Devices (TEDs) and By-catch Reduction Devices (BRDs) into the NPF, furthering its commitment to providing an environmentally responsible option for sharemarket investors.

    N R Ferguson
    CHAIRMAN OF DIRECTORS
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    Reorganisation of share capital/capital raising - 30th March 2000
    HOMEX - Perth
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    Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd will hold a general meeting on Monday 1 May 2000 to seek shareholder approval to:

    * reorganise the share capital, by splitting its existing shares on the basis of five new shares for each existing share held, and

    * raise $3 million of new capital, by a prospectus offering of six million new shares at fifty cents per share.

    These measures are intended to broaden the shareholder base, improve liquidity and lower the entry price of the Company's shares to retail investors.

    The proposed share split recognises the growth in the underlying value of the Company's shares. New shares will have an underlying net tangible asset value of approximately sixty cents per share.

    The proceeds of the proposed issue will be used to fund the acquisition of additional Statutory Fishing Rights (SFR's) in the Northern Prawn Fishery ($1.5m) and further investment in SEE-ME Pty Ltd, a joint venture company formed to develop and market specific internet applications ($0.75m). The remaining funds will be retained as working capital.

    The meeting will also be asked to adopt a new Constitution to comply with changes in Corporations Law and ASX Listing Rules.

    Further details are available from the Company on (08) 9337 8433.

    N R Ferguson
    CHAIRMAN OF DIRECTORS
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    Completion of JV Agreement with Superdata - 2nd March 2000
    HOMEX - Perth
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    Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd has completed a joint venture agreement with SUPERDATA to jointly develop unique new online business models targeting two discrete e-commerce markets.

    The Company will hold a 44% beneficial interest in SEE-ME Pty Ltd, a company specifically formed to sponsor the development of these models. The new business models will be driven by similar web application solutions (supporting databases and programming). Due to the unique nature of the business, the solution will need to be developed and customised specifically to the requirements of the business model.

    Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd will provide non-recourse loan funds to SEE-ME Pty Ltd to fund the project. Such funds will be progressively invested on the basis of satisfactory progress and will be repayable from revenues from the application. Loan funds are expected to not exceed $750,000 and can be funded from the existing resources of Deep Sea Fisheries Ltd.

    SEE-ME Pty Ltd has contracted XPEDIOR INCORPORATED to partner the development of the project. The Xpedior Process is focussed to implement the full functionality of its clients applications.

    SEE-ME director Stuart Henderson will act as project manager.

    XPEDIOR INCORPORATED provides innovative, comprehensive eBusiness solutions for global 2000 companies and emerging digital businesses, combining technical expertise with strategic consulting and creative services. The company, headquartered in Chicago, has approximately 1,300 employees located in 15 offices in the United States, UK, Canada and Australia.

    Xpedior supports the viability of the proposed online models, both from a technical and business perspective.

    XPEDIOR anticipates providing an operating model within four weeks with a further view to completing the project within a further period of seven weeks. Work on the project is scheduled to commence early next week.

    N R Ferguson
    CHAIRMAN OF DIRECTORS
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