24 March 2005

Foster’s Declares Offer Free from European Commission Approval Condition

Foster’s Group Limited (Foster’s) today announced that it would waive the European Commission Approval condition in relation to its proposed acquisition of Southcorp Limited (Southcorp).

This announcement follows regulatory clearance by the UK Office of Fair Trading and the German Federal Cartel Office.

Foster’s has now fulfilled or waived all competition related conditions contained in paragraphs 2.12 (b)-(f) inclusive of its Bidder’s Statement to acquire Southcorp.

In accordance with section 650F(1) of the Corporations Act 2001, Foster’s attaches a notice relating to the offers being freed from this condition.

Further information:

Media
Lisa Keenan
Director - External Communications
Tel: +61 3 9633 2265
Mob: 0409 150 771

Investors
Chris Knorr
Vice President - Investor Relations
Tel: +61 3 9633 2685
Mob: 0417 033 623


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