VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 28, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- Habanero Resources Inc. (Pink Sheets:HBNRF) (TSX-V:HAO) (Frankfurt:HRJ) ("Habanero") is pleased to announce that it has been informed by the operator of the Cardium Burnstick Prospect (announced December 29, 2005) that drilling is now underway. This first well is expected to be drilled to depth within 14-21 days, barring any unforeseen issues. This first well is in a development location within the Cardium Burnstick Member reservoir trend in an area located south of Edmonton, Alberta. Habanero has secured a 10% working interest in this prospect.
Jason Gigliotti, President of Habanero stated, "It is great to be once again drilling on a conventional oil and gas prospect while we also have an interest in two Alberta Oil Sands prospects. As it stands, Habanero is one of if not the smallest market capitalized companies that has interests in two Alberta Oil Sands prospects."
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BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
"Jason Gigliotti"
Jason Gigliotti, President
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