Vancouver, January 19, 2009 - Golden Dawn Minerals Inc. (the "Company") (TSX-V: GOM) announces the resignation of Gerald Harron, P.Geo. as director. Mr. Harron who resides in Ontario stated that he wishes to focus his attentions on other opportunities at this time.

The Board and Management of Golden Dawn wish to thank Mr. Harron for his geological expertise and his contribution over the past two years in the area of acquisitions and geological reviews to the Board of Directors of the Company.

On Behalf of the Board of Directors,
"Freeman Smith"
President/CEO
Golden Dawn Minerals Inc.

For further information:
Golden Dawn Minerals Inc., 3929 West 30 Avenue
Vancouver, BC, V6S 1X2
Telephone: (604) 221-8936
Facsimile: (604) 221-8932

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