Galena International Resources (TSX VENTURE:GTO) (the "Company") and its board
of directors wish to announce that Ms Susan Neale, CGA has been appointed Chief
Financial Officer of the Company to replace Mr. J. Christopher Mitchell who
recently retired.


Ms Neale is a chartered accountant with over 20 years experience in corporate
transactions, public markets and in-depth accounting and auditing, working with
mineral exploration, development and operating companies in Canada and
throughout the world. 


GALENA INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES LTD.

Randy Turner, President

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the adequacy or accuracy of the contents of this news release. 

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Galena International Resources
Investor Relations
604-687-6644
info@galenainternational.com