Announcement PDF WESTGOLD RESOURCES LIMITED CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT 2026 Table of Content 1 INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................2 Commitment to Good Governance ..................................................................................................... 2 ASX Recommendations ...................................................................................................................... 3 Corporate Governance Statement and Appendix 4G ........................................................................... 3 Charters and Policies.......................................................................................................................... 3 2 BOARD AND MANAGEMENT ........................................................................................3 Roles and Responsibilities.................................................................................................................. 3 Chair of the Board............................................................................................................................... 5 Company Secretary ............................................................................................................................ 5 Board Composition............................................................................................................................. 5 Meeting Attendance............................................................................................................................ 6 Director Independence....................................................................................................................... 6 Board Skills and Experience................................................................................................................ 7 Director and Executive Appointments ................................................................................................. 9 Remuneration................................................................................................................................... 10 Induction, Training and Continuing Education ................................................................................... 11 Performance Evaluation ................................................................................................................... 11 3 BOARD COMMITTEES................................................................................................ 12 Board Committee Structure.............................................................................................................. 12 4 DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION...................................................................................... 14 Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Policies....................................................................... 14 Gender Diversity within the Westgold Group and Measurable Objectives........................................... 15 5 ESG AND DECISION MAKING .................................................................................... 16 Standards of Behaviour..................................................................................................................... 16 Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy............................................................................................. 16 Conflicts of Interest .......................................................................................................................... 16 Speak Up Policy................................................................................................................................ 17 Securities Trading Policy................................................................................................................... 17 6 AUDIT AND RISK MANAGEMENT................................................................................ 18 Risk Management ............................................................................................................................. 18 External Audit ................................................................................................................................... 19 Internal Audit.................................................................................................................................... 19 Verification of Periodic Corporate Reports ........................................................................................ 20 Management Assurance ................................................................................................................... 20 Environmental, Social, Climate Change and Sustainability Risks....................................................... 20 7 TIMELY AND BALANCED DISCLOSURE....................................................................... 21 Continuous Disclosure ..................................................................................................................... 21 Periodic Reports and Material Announcements................................................................................. 22 8 SHAREHOLDER COMMUNICATION AND ENGAGEMENT.............................................. 23 Company Information....................................................................................................................... 23 Investor Relations and Shareholder Communications ....................................................................... 23 Shareholder Participation at Meetings............................................................................................... 24 1 WESTGOLD RESOURCES LIMITED CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT 2026 Our Vision, Purpose and Values Purpose Vision Our purpose is to unearth enduring value. Ensuring lasting benefits for our people, communities, shareholders and future generations. Our vision is to be Australia's leading gold company. It guides where we're heading, while our purpose defines why we exist. Together, they shape how we work and the impact we strive to create. Our Values Our values, Choose Safety, Show Respect and Create Value, define how we bring our vision and purpose to life. Choose Safety We believe strong safety performance and strong operational performance go hand in hand, creating workplaces where everyone can do their best work and return home safely. Show Respect We value different perspectives, listen to one another and treat people with fairness and integrity. Create Value By working smarter and delivering excellence every day, we create lasting value for our people, communities and shareholders. Acknowledgement of Country We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we operate, including the Nharnuwangga Wajarri and Ngarlawangga people (Fortnum hub), the Yugunga-Nya, Ngoonooru Wadjarri and Minangu people (Cue and Meekatharra hubs), and Ngadju and Marlinyu Ghoorlie people (Higginsville hub) and the Whadjuk Noongar people (Perth and Maddington facilities). We recognise their continuing connection to Country and pay our respects to Elders past and present. 2 WESTGOLD RESOURCES LIMITED CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT 2026 1 Introduction Commitment to Good Governance The Directors of Westgold Resources Limited (ASX: WGX) (Westgold or the Company) believe that effective corporate governance supports sustainable company performance, strengthens accountability and responsible business conduct, and creates long-term value for shareholders and other stakeholders. The board of Directors (Board) has responsibility for the corporate governance of Westgold and its subsidiaries and has implemented a governance framework comprising policies, procedures and systems of control designed to provide practical means for ensuring good governance outcomes, which meet the expectations of all stakeholders. Westgold recognises that governance practices are not a static set of principles, and Westgold will continue to review its corporate governance practices and policies at least annually to ensure they remain current, effective and aligned to accepted principles and good practice. Changes and improvements are made in a substance over form manner, which appropriately reflect the changing circumstances of Westgold as it grows and evolves. Further details of Westgold’s stakeholders and Westgold’s approach to stakeholder engagement are contained in Westgold’s 2026 Annual Report which can be found on our website at: https://www.westgold.com.au/annual-reports. Westgold Board Ultimate accountability to shareholders for the strategy and performance of the Company, in accordance with the Board Charter Board Committees Monitor, review and make recommendations to the Board, in accordance with the Board Committee Charters Executive Leadership Team Responsible for executing business activities in accordance with Board expectations, strategy and values - and leading the larger Westgold workforce Remuneration and Nomination Committee: Oversight of remuneration frameworks and Board nominations Technical Committee: Oversight of significant technical and operational risks, mitigation strategies and opportunities Sustainability Committee: Oversight of ESG objectives, including climate-related risks, opportunities and disclosures Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee: Oversight of the enterprise risk management framework and assurance program 3 WESTGOLD RESOURCES LIMITED CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT 2026 ASX Recommendations Westgold reviews its corporate governance practices and policies on at least an annual basis to ensure they remain effective, fit for purpose and appropriate to the Company's size, operations and stage of development. The review of Westgold’s corporate governance practices for the financial year ending 30 June 2026 (FY26) was made against the fourth edition of the ASX Corporate Governance Council’s Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations (ASX Recommendations). For the whole of FY26, Westgold followed all of the ASX Recommendations, as set out in the ASX Appendix 4G. Corporate Governance Statement and Appendix 4G This Corporate Governance Statement reports the governance processes and procedures in place at Westgold for FY26 and has been approved by the Board as at 23 October 2026. This Corporate Governance Statement is also provided on our website at: https://www.westgold.com.au/corporate-governance. The ASX Appendix 4G, which is a checklist cross-referencing the ASX Recommendations to the relevant disclosures in Westgold’s Corporate Governance Statement and 2026 Annual Report, is also provided on that webpage. Charters and Policies Copies of Westgold’s Board and Board Committee Charters, and Westgold’s key corporate governance policies referred to in this Corporate Governance Statement are provided on Westgold’s website at: https://www.westgold.com.au/corporate-governance. 2 Board and management Roles and Responsibilities The roles and responsibilities of the Board, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer and the Executive Leadership Team (being the senior management who report to the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer) are detailed in the Board Charter. The Board is collectively responsible for the overall governance of Westgold. The Board derives its authority from Westgold’s Constitution which provides that the business and affairs of Westgold shall be managed, and all corporate powers shall be exercised by or under the direction of the Board. The role of the Board is to provide overarching strategic guidance and oversee operations, financial performance, risk management and governance, with a focus on the creation of sustainable long-term value for shareholders. In carrying out its responsibilities, the Board also has regard to the interests of Westgold employees, contractors, customers, suppliers and t the communities in which Westgold operates. The Board ensures that it and Westgold comply with the Constitution and all applicable legal and regulatory obligations including, but not limited to, the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (Corporations Act) and the ASX Listing Rules. The Board Charter provides that the responsibilities of the Board pertain to matters of strategy, appointment, management, performance monitoring, governance and risk management. In particular, the Board is responsible for: 4 WESTGOLD RESOURCES LIMITED CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT 2026 (a) setting the strategic objectives or direction of Westgold and directing, monitoring and assessing Westgold's performance against ongoing strategies, budgets and business plans; (b) appointing the Board chair (Chair); (c) appointing, and where appropriate, removing the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer and any other officer or executive the Board has discretion to appoint in accordance with the Constitution; (d) evaluating, providing input into, approving and monitoring capital management, major capital expenditure and material acquisitions, divestments or other corporate transactions, including the issue of securities; (e) approving Westgold's employee remuneration policies and framework; (f) overseeing the integrity of Westgold’s accounting and corporate reporting systems; (g) ensuring that Westgold establishes and maintains a risk management framework or policy appropriate to Westgold’s profile and operations; (h) adopting and applying appropriate ethical standards in relation to the management of Westgold and the conduct of the business and monitoring compliance with the Code of Conduct and other policies, including the Whistleblower Policy and Anti-Bribery and Anti- Corruption Policy; and (i) promoting and demonstrating Westgold's desired culture and satisfying itself that the culture is aligned with Westgold's purpose and values, supports lawful, ethical and responsible conduct and incorporates risk management practices that support the achievement of strategic objectives. The Board has delegated responsibility for the day-to-day administration and the implementation of strategies approved by the Board to the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, who is supported by the executive leadership team. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer’s primary objective is to ensure the ongoing success of Westgold through being responsible for all aspects of the management and development of Westgold. The Board Charter provides that the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer’s duties include, but are not limited to: (a) developing business plans, budgets and strategies for consideration by the Board and, to the extent approved by the Board, implementing those plans, budgets and strategies; (b) identifying and managing operational and other risks and, where those risks could have a material impact on Westgold's business, formulating strategies for managing and mitigating those risks, including for consideration and endorsement by the Board where appropriate; (c) managing Westgold's financial and other reporting mechanisms and internal control and monitoring systems to ensure material information is identified and reported in a timely manner and that those systems function effectively and support prudential risk management; (d) implementing Westgold’s policies and procedures, including the Code of Conduct, and overseeing processes for monitoring, reviewing and reporting on compliance; (e) ensuring that the Board is regularly provided with sufficient and accurate information in regard to Westgold's operations and affairs and, in particular, with respect to Westgold's performance, financial condition, operations and prospects; 5 WESTGOLD RESOURCES LIMITED CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT 2026 (f) ensuring compliance with Westgold's continuous disclosure obligations, in accordance with ASX Listing Rules, the Corporations Act and applicable Canadian laws;and (g) faithfully and diligently performing the duties and exercising the powers assigned by the Board consistent with the position of a Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer and consistent with the best interests of Westgold. Chair of the Board The Chair has a primary responsibility to lead the Board and ensure the efficient organisation and conduct of the Board’s function. A key part of the Chair’s role is to facilitate effective contribution by all Board members and promote constructive and respectful relationships between the Board and Westgold's Executive Leadership Team. Further responsibilities of the Chair are set out in the Board Charter. Hon. Cheryl Edwardes AO was appointed to the role of Non-Executive Chair by the Board in March 2022 and is considered to be independent. Company Secretary The Company Secretary is appointed and removed by the Board and is directly accountable to the Board, through the Chair, on all matters to do with the proper function of the Board and any Committee. The Company Secretary is responsible for facilitating Board and Committee meetings and the preparation of minutes, provision of advice on corporate governance matters, assisting with the induction and professional development of new Directors, management of communications with the ASX about listing rule matters. Further responsibilities of the Company Secretary are set out in the Board Charter. Susan Park has served as the Company Secretary since her appointment in April 2022. Board Composition As at 30 June 2026, the Board comprised eight Directors, seven independent Non-Executive Directors and one executive Director (the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr Wayne Bramwell). Messrs Gary Davison and Julius Matthys retired from the Board at the end of the financial year. The Board currently comprises six Directors, five independent Non-Executive Directors and one executive Director (the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr Wayne Bramwell). The Board met its gender diversity objective to comprise at least 30% women (37.5%, three of the eight Directors were women) on the Board throughout FY26. Following the retirements of Messrs Gary Davison and Julius Matthys, the Company currently still meets its gender diversity objective to comprise at least 30% women (currently 50%, three of the six Directors are women). Under the Board Charter adopted by the Board, non-executive Directors will serve for a maximum of 10 years, unless the Board determines that there are exceptional circumstances. Despite this, a non-executive Director may serve an additional term of 12 months at the conclusion of their 10-year term where it is determined that the additional term would benefit the Company. This determination was made in respect of Ms Fiona Van Maanen, who is now expected to serve until the 2027 Annual General Meeting. The Board has assessed and determined that Ms Fiona Van Maanen remains independent notwithstanding her length of service. During the term of a non-executive Director’s appointment, the Board will regularly assess if the Director’s independence may have been compromised. The length of service of the Company’s current Board of Directors is shown in the table below. 6 WESTGOLD RESOURCES LIMITED CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT 2026 Table 1 Board Composition Director Role Independent Date of appointment Tenure * Hon. Cheryl Edwardes AO Independent Non- Executive Chair Yes 28 March 2022 4 years, 7 months Mr Wayne Bramwell Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer No 3 February 2020 6 years, 9 months Ms Fiona Van Maanen Independent Non- Executive Director Yes 6 October 2016 10 years Mr David Kelly Independent Non- Executive Director Yes 5 November 2022 3 years, 11 months Ms Shirley In’t Veld Independent Non- Executive Director Yes 1 August 2024 2 years, 3 months Mr Ivan Mullany Independent Non- Executive Director Yes 29 May 2025 1 year, 5 months * As at date of this Corporate Governance Statement. Rounded to the nearest month. The Remuneration and Nomination Committee shall, at least annually, review performance of the Board and its members (and Board Committee responsibilities, where relevant). The Remuneration and Nomination Committee is satisfied that all Directors have demonstrated that they have sufficient time available to effectively undertake their responsibilities. Meeting Attendance The number of Board meetings (including meetings of Committees of Directors) held during FY26, and the number of meetings attended by each Director is disclosed in the Company’s 2026 Annual Report. Director Independence The Board has adopted a Board Skills Matrix that sets out the mix of skills and diversity that the Board currently has or is looking to achieve and, with the support of the Remuneration and Nomination Committee, will assess the independence of Non-Executive Directors at least annually against the criteria set out in the ASX Recommendations. The Board has a majority of independent Directors. As at 30 June 2026, seven of the eight Directors were considered by the Board to be independent (87.5%). The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr Wayne Bramwell, is not considered to be independent due to his executive position in the Company. The Board Charter and the Board Committee Charters require that the Chair of the Board and the Chairs of each Board Committee are independent Directors. The Board considers the Chair of the Board and the Chairs of each of the Board Committees to be independent. 7 WESTGOLD RESOURCES LIMITED CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT 2026 As recommended by the ASX Recommendations and stipulated in the Board Charter, the Chair, Hon. Cheryl Edwardes AO, is not the same individual as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. Full details of Hon. Cheryl Edwardes AO’s relevant skills and experience are available in the 2026 Annual Report. The Board collectively, and each Director individually, may obtain independent professional advice at the Company’s expense where considered necessary to assist in fulfilling their relevant duties and responsibilities. An individual Director who wishes to obtain such advice should seek the approval of the Chair (or, in the case of the Chair, the chair of the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee), who, acting reasonably, may approve or deny the request. The Board at least annually assesses its composition to ensure it is conducive to effective decision-making and meaningful discussion, of which independence is a key consideration. Board Skills and Experience Westgold is committed to maintaining a Board with an appropriate mix of skills, expertise, experience and diversity to effectively discharge its responsibilities and provide strong governance oversight. The Directors are all professionals with significant experience across a range of areas considered relevant to Westgold’s business, strategy and long-term objectives. Westgold’s 2026 Annual Report includes information about the Directors, including their qualifications, skills and experience. The Board, supported by the Remuneration and Nomination Committee, annually reviews the composition of the Board and the Board skills to ensure it remains aligned with the current strategic goals and governance requirements of Westgold. The Board ensures that it monitors its skills to ensure the mix of skills and diversity that the Board has or is looking to achieve in its membership to support the effective oversight of Westgold's operations and strategic objectives, and takes these factors into account when reviewing, proposing or appointing Directors. The Board is confident that the Directors, collectively, have a diverse and relevant range of skills, backgrounds, knowledge and experience across the range of areas identified in the Board Skills Matrix to ensure effective governance of Westgold in line with its current strategy and goals. The Board Skills Matrix below details the mix of skills and experience pertinent to achievement of Westgold’s purpose and strategy, as well as their representation within the current Board. External independent governance specialists facilitated the development of the Board Skills Matrix during June and July 2026. There were 18 key skills categories identified as critical to the effective oversight of Westgold's business, strategy and long-term objectives. Directors participated in both self-assessments and peer assessments against each skill category using a three-point rating scale of ‘highly skilled, ‘skilled’ and ‘demonstrates knowledge and awareness’. The Board Skills Matrix below reflects the collective capabilities of the current Board and shows the number of Directors assessed at each proficiency level across the identified skill categories, based on peer- adjusted assessment results. 8 WESTGOLD RESOURCES LIMITED CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT 2026 Table 2 Board Skills and Experience SKILL DESCRIPTION RATING CURRENTLY HELD BY BOARD LEGAL, RISK AND COMPLIANCE Risk Management Oversight Experience in risk management systems, risk appetite and tolerance, risk reporting, crisis management, HR and people risk, integrated oversight of OHS, operational and commercial risks in mining, understanding specific risk and opportunity drivers Safety Oversight Experience with safety reporting, safety culture, root cause analysis, safety KPIs, WHS legislation and safety reporting oversight and critical control effectiveness Corporate Governance Experience Possessing skills and experience with governance frameworks, board experience, board/committee leadership, understanding board processes and procedures, safety reporting INDUSTRY SPECIFIC SKILLS Gold Mining Operations Experience in gold mining, multi-site operational performance, mining engineering and technical foundations of gold production, gold sector regulatory and operational environments Gold Market Dynamics & Key Stakeholder Relations Experience in the global gold market including macroeconomic drivers and hedging strategies, engagement with key stakeholders FINANCE AND MARKETS Accounting and Financial Reporting Oversight Possessing skills and experience with external/internal audit oversight, financial statement preparation/analysis, budgeting and cost management, financial systems/processes, understanding the life-cycle cost of mining enterprises Financing/Funding Oversight Experience with financing/fundraising, understanding debt/equity structures, financing and funding alternatives, investor appetite Mergers, Acquisition and Divestments Oversight Experience with mergers, acquisitions and divestments, transaction structuring, deal execution and integration, valuation of mining assets/resource portfolios Investor Engagement Oversight Experience and skills understanding investor expectations and narrative, investor communications, proxy advisor engagement LEADERSHIP & STRATEGY Strategy Oversight Experience in strategic planning cycles and process, broad portfolio-based capital allocation across multi-asset gold operations, implementation of strategic measurement/accountability, understanding the drivers of growth and resilience in gold mining, prioritisation and articulation of operational improvement initiatives Major Projects Oversight Experience in project based governance, budget and timeline monitoring, project based risk governance and mitigation, development and commissioning of large-scale mining and infrastructure projects Major Change and Transformation Oversight Experience and skills in enterprise wide transformation, major change programs, including strategy, implementation and vendor management, project risk and oversight, post- acquisition integration and operational stabilisation 9 WESTGOLD RESOURCES LIMITED CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT 2026 SKILL DESCRIPTION RATING CURRENTLY HELD BY BOARD Relevant Executive Experience Experience in CEO/MD level accountability, significant P&L leadership, international leadership experience, industry level influence, track record of long-term value creation, managing complexity, volatility and uncertainty in resource environments PEOPLE AND STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Culture Oversight Experience and skills in organisational culture assessment, executive remuneration frameworks, measurement and reporting, cultural interventions during periods of organisational integration and transformation, establishing positive organisational culture, workforce planning, talent acquisition and retention Talent and Leadership Oversight Experience in leadership development, succession and talent management, diversity initiatives, building cultures that attract and retain talent in competitive mining labour markets Remuneration Oversight Experience in setting balanced remuneration frameworks including short / long term incentives, external remuneration engagement, remuneration benchmarking and positioning within the mining sector pay curve, linking remuneration strategy to talent attraction and retention in a competitive labour market ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL, AND GOVERNANCE Sustainability, Environment and Climate Oversight Experience in sustainability, environment and climate-related risks and opportunities; sustainability, environment and climate-related strategies and targets; integration of sustainability, environment and climate-related risks with enterprise risk management across mining operations; climate change, energy, emissions, decarbonisation, rehabilitation and water stewardship; social responsibility, including community and Traditional Owner engagement, human rights and modern slavery Community Engagement Oversight Experience in community engagement, socially responsible operations, community partnerships, heritage/cultural management, Traditional Owner engagement and cultural heritage management Highly Skilled Skilled Demonstrates Knowledge and Awareness Director and Executive Appointments Westgold has guidelines for the appointment and selection of the Board and the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer in its Board Charter a