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VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 7, 2011) -

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Bonaparte Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:BON) ("Bonaparte" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that Mr. Richard Drechsler of Vancouver, BC has joined the Board of Directors of the Company. Mr. Drechsler obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in astrophysics from the University of British Columbia in 2007. He has worked in the mining industry since 2005. His experience consists of two seasons with Highland Valley Copper and four seasons with Archer, Cathro & Associates (1981) Limited as a geological field assistant/camp manager. He is currently with Strategic Metals Ltd. in its corporate/investor relations department.

"We are excited to have Mr. Drechsler join our Board of Directors as his field experience and knowledge of mineral exploration in the Yukon will be a valuable asset to the Company," said Randy Saunders, Bonaparte's Chief Executive Officer.

The Company also announces the resignation of Mr. Lance Mayers from the Board of Directors. The Company and its Directors wish to thank Mr. Mayers for his invaluable contributions over his tenure and wish him the best in his retirement.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Randy Saunders, CEO and Director

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