Auditor Appointment

Lateral Corporation Limited (NZX:LAT) is pleased to advise that the board has appointed Grant Thornton as Lateral's external auditor with immediate effect. Grant Thornton's appointment follows DFK Oswin Griffiths Carlton's resignation as Lateral's auditor, as announced to market on 29 September 2016. The board looks forward to working with Grant Thornton. For and on behalf of the Board. Dene Biddlecombe Executive Chairman Email: dene.biddlecombe@lateralcorp.com Mobile: 027 230 0166 End CA:00293802 For:LAT Type:AUDITORS Time:2016-12-06 08:30:21