New Talisman Gold Mines Limited announced the appointment of two new independent directors, Ms. Samantha Sharif and Mr. Michael Stiassny, to the New Talisman Board. Samantha has experience as a CEO and has also practised as a senior commercial lawyer, with post-graduate legal and finance qualifications. Mr. Stiassny is currently Chairman of Tower Limited, also of Ngati Whatua Orakei Whai Rawa Limited, and a director of a number of other companies. Mr. Calum McKenzie who was a temporary appointment to the board now resigns.