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Noka Resources Inc. ("Noka") (TSX VENTURE:NX) is pleased to provide an update on
the exploration activities at the Western Athabasca Syndicates' 246,643 hectare
(609,469 acre) Preston Lake Uranium Property. The Western Athabasca Syndicate
consists of Noka Resources Inc., Athabasca Nuclear Corporation (TSX
VENTURE:ASC), Skyharbour Resources Ltd (TSX VENTURE:SYH), and Lucky Strike
Resources Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:LKY) ("the Syndicate"). 


Western Athabasca Syndicate Project Claims Map:
http://www.nokaresources.com/images/Syndicate-Tenure-Map_20130815.jpg

Geophysical Surveys:

Final datasets from the helicopter-borne VTEM plus survey (time domain EM and
aeromagnetic gradiometer) and the fixed-wing radiometric survey have been
received and are currently being analyzed by Phil Robertshaw, P.Geo., to provide
a final detailed interpretation. A total of 4,840 line kilometres of high
resolution VTEM plus (flown by Aeroquest Airborne) with an additional 4,400 line
kilometres of radiometrics (flown by Goldak Airborne Surveys) was completed on
the Preston Lake Property providing approximately 1,046 square kilometres of
coverage. The VTEM coverage consisted of seven blocks extending eastwards from
the Alberta border for almost 100 kilometres with line spacings of 200 to 300
metres. The airborne radiometric survey consisted of one large block extending
up to 60 kilometres east-west and up to 36 kilometres north-south. This
low-level survey utilized 50 L crystal detector volume and line spacing of 200
metres.


Western Athabasca Syndicate Airborne Survey Coverage:
http://www.nokaresources.com/images/NX-Geophysics-coverage.jpg

The VTEM survey has succeeded in mapping a large number of interpreted
graphitic-type basement conductors which are compliant with basement geology
trends as revealed by the associated detailed aeromagnetics. These strong,
multi-kilometre conductive anomalies represent primary exploration targets
moving forward. Basement geological trends in the furthest western block are
oriented NW-SE, while those of the eastern blocks are E-NE which is similar to
Fission and Alpha's Patterson Lake South ("PLS") high-grade uranium discovery
area. Provisionally, over 300 kilometres of graphitic-type conductor segments,
some approaching 10 kilometres in length, occur in the combined eastern blocks
of the Preston Lake VTEM coverage. Cross-cutting structural features and
flexures affecting the conductor traces, which are often associated with the
high-grade uranium deposits of the Athabasca Basin including the PLS discovery,
are of particular interest as prospective follow-up targets.


The airborne radiometric spectrometer coverage has mapped a significant number
of enhanced radioactive locations classified into contributions from uranium,
thorium and potassium sources. Initial interpretation of the radiometric data
has identified areas with elevated uranium counts that can be correlated along
and between multiple lines which may indicate the presence of radioactive
boulder trains or in situ uranium mineralization. These radiometric features,
particularly where possible source areas coincide with prospective EM
conductors, are high-priority targets for follow-up ground work as this is the
signature that led to the PLS discovery. Management cautions that past results
or discoveries on proximate land are not necessarily indicative of the results
that may be achieved on the Western Athabasca Syndicate Project. 


Follow-Up Ground Work:

As previously announced (see News Release dated August 8, 2013) geological field
crews are on the ground at the Preston Lake Project. The current phase of work
is focused on evaluation of targets identified by the Syndicate's Technical
Committee. An advanced targeting matrix is being utilized which includes
preliminary data from the VTEM plus and radiometric airborne surveys, results
from initial ground reconnaissance work, compiled geological maps, and compiled
data from historic assessment reports and government surveys. The Syndicate
Technical Committee and combined geological team met in Cranbrook two weeks ago
and identified fourteen high-priority areas for targeted fieldwork using the
detailed targeting matrix. These targets were prioritized based on a detailed
criteria set consisting of similar geological features and exploratory
indicators present at Fission and Alpha's nearby PLS discovery. 


The current, ongoing phase of exploration will include boulder prospecting using
scintillometers, radon and silt sampling using both helicopter and boat support,
geochemical and radon soil sampling, geological mapping and prospecting, and
biogeochemical sampling. The Syndicate will employ a systematic, proven and
cost-efficient exploration methodology that has led to numerous uranium
discoveries in the region and throughout the Athabasca Basin, including using
Pylon AB5 Series Portable Radiation Monitors which provide accurate real time
analysis of radon levels in both water and soil. Fieldwork is being carried out
by Terralogic Exploration Services under the direction of Jarrod Brown, M.Sc.,
P.Geo.


The target areas will be reevaluated based on the detailed geophysical data
interpretation and results from the current field program to determine areas for
further evaluation in the next phase of work expected to commence in
mid-September. By the end of this summer's field program in October, a total of
approximately $1.5 million will have been spent in exploration on the project
between airborne geophysical surveys and follow-up ground work. 


Exchange Approval and Stock Options:

On August 28, 2013, the members of the Syndicate received final TSX-V approval
of the formal agreement (see news release dated July 10, 2013) to form the
Western Athabasca Syndicate.


About the Western Athabasca Syndicate:

The Western Athabasca Syndicate is a strategic partnership formed between
Skyharbour, Athabasca Nuclear, Lucky Strike and Noka to explore and develop a
287,130 hectare (709,513 acre) uranium project base (the "Western Athabasca
Syndicate Project") that is the largest mineral claim position along the highly
prospective margin of the Western Athabasca Basin controlled by a single group.
Under the terms of the agreement, each of the four companies has an option to
earn 25% of the five uranium properties comprising the Western Athabasca
Syndicate Project by making a series of cash payments, share payments and
incurring their pro-rata amount of the total $6,000,000 in exploration
expenditures over the two-year earn-in term of the agreement. The properties
were acquired for their proximity to the PLS discovery and interpreted
favourable geology for the occurrence of PLS style uranium mineralization. The
bulk of the Syndicate land package is bisected by all-weather Highway 955 which
runs north through the PLS discovery on to the former Cluff Lake uranium mine. 


Uranium and the Athabasca Basin:

The Athabasca Basin of northern Saskatchewan hosts the world's largest and
richest high-grade uranium deposits accounting for just under 20% of global
primary uranium supply. Athabasca uranium deposits have grades substantially
higher than the world average grade of about 0.1% U3O8. The Patterson Lake area
has received escalating exploration attention and claim acquisition activity as
a result of the new, shallow discoveries made by Alpha and Fission which
includes the recently reported drill interval of 9.08% U3O8 over 54.5 metres in
drill hole PLS13-075. Consistent high-grade, near surface U3O8 assays from Alpha
and Fission demonstrate the potential for high-grade uranium mineralization on
the geologically prospective yet underexplored margins of the western side of
the Athabasca Basin.


Qualified Person:

Athabasca Nuclear President and CEO, Charles C. (Chuck) Downie, P.Geo., is the
Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 and has approved the
technical information in this release.


About Noka Resources Inc.:

Noka Resources Inc. (Noka) is junior exploration company with a focus on uranium
in the prolific Athabasca Basin, northern Saskatchewan. Noka's exploration
strategy is focused in relatively underexplored areas of the Athabasca Basin
region, targeting favourable geology and structure amenable to near surface,
unconformity-style uranium mineralization. 


With a total land position of 488,463 ha, Noka holds one of the largest
geologically prospective land packages in the region through a 100% interest in
the Clearwater and Athabasca North group of properties, as well as a 25%
interest in the Western Athabasca Syndicate group of properties.


ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Nav Dhaliwal, President and CEO 

NEITHER THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER ACCEPTS
RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THE CONTENT OF THIS NEWS RELEASE.


This release includes certain statements that may be deemed to be
"forward-looking statements". All statements in this release, other than
statements of historical facts, that address events or developments that
management of the Company expects, are forward-looking statements. Although
management believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking
statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not
guarantees of future performance, and actual results or developments may differ
materially from those in the forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes
no obligation to update these forward-looking statements if management's
beliefs, estimates or opinions, or other factors, should change. Factors that
could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking
statements, include market prices, exploration and development successes,
continued availability of capital and financing, and general economic, market or
business conditions. Please see the public filings of the Company at
www.sedar.com for further information.


FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: 
Noka Resources Inc.
Nav Dhaliwal
President and CEO
(604) 678-5308
www.nokaresources.com

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