eastern star gas in talks with potential asian, page-21

Guys, DC is somewhat experienced in dealing with journo questions..

I can assure you, company execs use the media to their advantage, not get used!

DC is clearly provoking in fact I would go so far as to say it is bleedin' obvious..

What we don't know is what he has up his sleeve?? I didn't expect such provocation until the reserves are locked in.

He must have multiple interest ready to defend/counter bid a SANTOS fight - that is the only reason he would strategically say what he did. The share price will appreciate and given the auction process will take time, DC might release the reserves upgrade right smack - bang in the middle of the auction, it will become a frenzied claw - a last chance grab at the largest and most lucrative non-contracted gas left in the CSG sector..... Nice!