"The sp is largely still in the dog house because most expect some contrary actions from a few native communities"

Possibly, but more likely that the 9% jump on low volume was a little play to sell a little into. The deal was always going to take place so it really wasn't anything new. It's still good news just nothing to jump up about. When infrastructure and the go ahead for the mine take place then you'll see a move of substance and something with some sticking power. Bear in mind though all stocks seem to experience this dressing down according to sentiment. Look at golds.