fly on the wall, page-6

perhaps I'm reading too much into

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-15/an-solomon-islands-seeks-resolution-to-isable-nickel-mine-stand/5022918

but Dr Philip Tagini's (special secretary to the Solomon Islands prime minister) comment that "we are setting in place a new policy which will allow participation by a wide range of stake-holders [and] equity to be built into our systems," could be interpreted as a clue that some sort of mediated deal has been struck.

But then again, the unreferenced comment "The complicated case is expected (says who?) to continue into next year."
could also be a clue that yet another delay should be expected, in which case precautionary capital raising may well be prudent.

I am inclined to be optimistic.