Firefly Resources Ltd. announced the appointment of Mr. Mike Edwards as non-executive Chairman, succeeding Mr. John Hutton who has advised his intention to step down from the Chair due to growing personal and other business commitments. Mr. Hutton, who has been a Director since December 2010, will remain on the Board as a Non-Executive Director. Mr. Edwards has made a strong contribution since joining the Firefly Board in October last year. He is an experienced geologist and corporate advisor with over 20 years both in senior management and in corporate advisory roles to the junior resource sector.