Astral Mining Corporation (TSX VENTURE:AA)(TSX VENTURE:AA.WT) and joint venture partners Kootenay Gold Inc. (TSX VENTURE:KTN) announced today the companies are finalizing preparation of a bulk sample permit application for the JJ Main discovery zone on the 33,881Ha Jumping Josephine gold project in Southern British Columbia.

The press release is quoted as saying:

Astral Mining Corporation is a Canadian company engaged in the exploration and development of precious metal properties in North America. By focusing on exploration in mining-friendly districts, the Company minimizes the political and social risks encountered in many other parts of the world. With a new gold discovery at the Company's Jumping Josephine Gold Project in Southern British Columbia and an experienced technical team and seasoned management, Astral is poised to leverage this expertise into early exploration success.

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