In an extension of the search for Cambrian stratabound base metal deposits within the Flinders Ranges, heading out from the discovery area near Beltana, a small area at Ediacara was investigated based on stream sediment geochemistry. 591 samples were collected, resulting in the recognition of nine lead anomalies and eight zinc anomalies which were checked in the field. No evidence of massive Beltana - type mineralisation was seen; most of the geochemical anomalies were associated with manganiferous and ferruginous oxides present in the uppermost Parachilna Formation or in the basal dolomite unit of the overlying Wilkawillina Limestone, and represent adsorbed base metals in a replacement setting. Others of the anomalies appeared to derive from ore spillages near former small-scale mine workings.