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Ardent Leisure Limited
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Ardent Leisure Management Limited
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The Manager
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Dear Sir/Madam
2015 Annual Report, Corporate Governance Statement and Appendix 4G
In accordance with Listing Rule 4.7, please find attached, for release to the market, the Ardent Leisure
Group Annual Report 2015, the Corporate Governance Statement and Appendix 4G.
Yours faithfully
Alan Shedden
Company Secretary
Ardent Leisure Group is a specialist operator of leisure and entertainment assets across Australia, New Zealand and the United
States. The Group owns and operates Dreamworld, WhiteWater World, SkyPoint, SkyPoint Climb, d’Albora Marinas, Hypoxi Body
Contouring, Goodlife health clubs, AMF and Kingpin bowling centres across Australia and New Zealand. The Group also operates
Main Event Entertainment, the fastest growing family entertainment chain in the United States. For further information on the
Group’s activities please visit our website at www.ardentleisure.com.au
AMF Bowling | d’Albora Marinas | Dreamworld | Goodlife Health Clubs | Hypoxi
Kingpin Bowling | Main Event Entertainment | SkyPoint | SkyPoint Climb | WhiteWater World
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Ardent Leisure Trust and Ardent Leisure Limited formation
Revenue from operating activities
Borrowing costs
Property expenses
Net gain/(loss) from derivative financial instruments
Receivables
Other assets
Derivative financial instruments
Inventories
Property held for sale
Distributions and dividends paid and payable
Investment properties
Property, plant and equipment
Livestock
Intangible assets
Management fees
Other expenses
Remuneration of auditor
Income tax expense
Earnings per security/share
Directors’ report to stapled security holders
Income Statements
Statements of Comprehensive Income
Balance Sheets
Statements of Changes in Equity
Statements of Cash Flows
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41. Capital and lease commitments
42. Deed of Cross Guarantee
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Parent entity financial information
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Events occurring after reporting date
Directors’ declaration to stapled security holders
Independent auditor’s report to stapled security holders
Investor Analysis
Investor Relations
Corporate Directory
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Cash and cash equivalents
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The Directors of Ardent Leisure Management Limited (Manager), (as responsible entity of Ardent Leisure Trust) and the Directors of
Ardent Leisure Limited present their report together with the consolidated financial report of Ardent Leisure Group (Group or
Consolidated Group) and the consolidated financial report of Ardent Leisure Limited Group (ALL Group) for the year ended 30 June
2015.
The financial report of the Group comprises of Ardent Leisure Trust (Trust) and its controlled entities including Ardent Leisure Limited
(ALL or Company) and its controlled entities. The financial report of the ALL Group comprises of Ardent Leisure Limited and its
controlled entities.
Ardent Leisure Limited is a company limited by shares, incorporated and domiciled in Australia. Its registered office and principal place
of business are Level 16, 61 Lavender Street, Milsons Point, NSW 2061.
The units of the Trust and the shares of ALL are combined and issued as stapled securities in the Group. The units of the Trust and
shares of ALL cannot be traded separately and can only be traded as stapled securities. Although there is no ownership interest
between the Trust and ALL, the Trust is deemed to be the parent entity of the Group under Australian Accounting Standards.
1.
Directors
The following persons have held office as Directors of the Manager and ALL during the period and up to the date of this report:
Neil Balnaves AO (Chair);
Roger Davis;
David Haslingden (appointed 6 July 2015);
Anne Keating (retired 29 October 2014);
Don Morris AO;
Greg Shaw (retired 10 March 2015);
Deborah Thomas;
George Venardos; and
Melanie Willis (appointed 17 July 2015).
2.
Principal activities
The Group’s principal activity is to invest in and operate leisure and entertainment businesses in Australia, New Zealand and the
United States. There were no significant changes in the nature of the activities of the Group during the year.
3.
Distributions
The total distribution of income for the year ended 30 June 2015 will be 12.5 cents (2014: 13.0 cents) per stapled security which will be
paid by the Group. An interim distribution of 7.0 cents (2014: 6.8 cents) per stapled security was paid in February 2015. This comprised
a distribution paid by the Trust of 4.0 cents (31 December 2013: 6.8 cents) and a dividend paid by the Company of 3.0 cents (31
December 2013: nil) per stapled security. A final distribution for the year ended 30 June 2015 of 5.5 cents (2014: 6.2 cents) per stapled
security will be paid by the Trust in August 2015. A provision has not been recognised in the financial statements at 30 June 2015 as
this distribution had not been declared at the reporting date. During the year, a subsidiary of ALL paid to the Trust $1.6 million (2014:
$3.9 million) relating to convertible notes which are classified as equity under Australian Accounting Standards.
4.
Operating and financial review
Overview
The Group’s strategy is to focus primarily on domestic leisure segments with mass market appeal. The Group‘s operations are
diversified through its five core operating divisions, being family entertainment centres in the US, bowling centres, marinas, theme
parks and health clubs.
The Group’s theme parks and marinas divisions occupy strategic positions within their respective markets while the other three
divisions provide well established operating platforms with organic growth opportunities to roll out new sites or make “bolt-on”
acquisitions as conditions permit.
During the year, the Group acquired eight health clubs in Western Australia for $32.0 million. The Group also acquired Playtime
Highpoint, an amusement arcade at Highpoint, Victoria for $2.5 million and the exclusive US and Canadian distribution and master
franchise rights for the Hypoxi targeted weight loss business for $0.8 million. In addition, the Group acquired two Hypoxi studios in
Randwick, NSW and Ballantyne, North Carolina for a total of $0.4 million. Refer to Note 32 to the financial statements.
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Operating and financial review (continued)
Overview (continued)
During the year, the Group also closed two bowling centres at Randwick, NSW and Chadstone, Victoria and disposed of a further
bowling centre at Launceston, Tasmania for $0.3 million.
In June 2015, the Group completed the sale and leaseback of three family entertainment centres at Tulsa and Oklahoma City,
Oklahoma and San Antonio West, Texas, realising proceeds of US$32.0 million and a gain on disposal of US$5.3 million.
Group results
The performance of the Consolidated Group, as represented by the aggregated results of its operations for the year, was as follows:
Family entertainment centres
Bowling centres
Marinas
Theme parks
Health clubs
Other
Total
Depreciation and amortisation*
Divisional EBIT
Pre-opening expenses, straight lining of fixed rent increases, IFRS
depreciation, onerous lease costs, intangible asset amortisation and
impairment of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets
not included in divisional EBIT
Valuation loss - investment properties
Valuation gains - property, plant and equipment
Loss on closure of bowling centres
Loss on disposal of assets
Gain on sale and leaseback of family entertainment centres
Net gain/(loss) from derivative financial instruments
Interest income
Corporate costs
Business acquisition costs
Borrowing costs
Net tax expense
Profit
Segment
revenues
2015
$’000
177,123
116,510
22,952
99,571
178,388
59
594,603
Segment
revenues
2014
$’000
98,121
113,889
23,466
100,139
164,070
18
499,703
Segment
EBITDA*
2015
$’000
45,657
13,989
10,150
32,015
28,152
49
130,012
(36,998)
93,014
(32,122)
(501)
-
(104)
(523)
6,959
552
121
(15,056)
(1,938)
(11,333)
(6,947)
32,122
Segment
EBITDA*
2014
$’000
24,714
13,765
10,396
32,799
33,990
(1)
115,663
(27,148)
88,515
(19,020)
-
8,590
(1,579)
(453)
379
(613)
211
(12,545)
(277)
(11,330)
(2,876)
49,002
Core earnings (Note 11 to the financial statements)
56,234
58,153
*
Segment earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) excludes pre-opening expenses, straight lining of fixed rent increases, IFRS depreciation, onerous
lease costs, amortisation of intangible assets and impairment of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets. IFRS depreciation represents depreciation recorded under
Australian Accounting Standards effective 1 July 2005 on property, plant and equipment which were previously classified as investment properties. Management believes that
adjusting the segment result for these items allows the Group to more effectively compare underlying performance against prior periods and between divisions. Segment EBRITDA,
which represents segment EBITDA before property costs, is another measure used by management to assess the trading performance of divisions excluding the impact of property
costs.
Profit for the year decreased by $16.9 million, or 34.4%, to $32.1 million, mainly due to the following factors:
Depreciation (including IFRS depreciation) and amortisation of property, plant and equipment and software increased by $12.4
million in the current year to $48.1 million;
Impairment of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets of $2.8 million, and onerous lease costs of $2.6 million were
incurred in the current year;
Pre-opening costs increased by $3.9 million to $6.5 million;
There was a revaluation loss of $0.5 million on investment properties compared to a gain of $8.6 million on property, plant and
equipment in the prior year;
Corporate costs increased by $2.5 million to $15.1 million; and
There was a $4.1 million increase in tax expense for the year largely due to growth in profit from US operations.
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Operating and financial review (continued)
Group results (continued)
However, this was partially offset by the following factors:
Revenue from operating activities increased by $94.9 million, or 19.0%, to $594.6 million and divisional EBITDA increased by $14.3
million, or 12.4%, to $130.0 million. Further commentary on divisional results is set out separately below;
There was a $7.0 million gain on the sale and leaseback on three Main Event family entertainment centres; and
There was a net gain of $0.6 million from derivative financial instruments in the current year compared to a net loss $0.6 million in
the prior year.
The above factors also delivered a decrease in core earnings of $1.9 million, or 3.3%, to $56.2 million. Core earnings (as defined in Note
11 to the financial statements) represents the earnings of the Group after adding back unrealised items (such as unrealised gains or
losses on derivatives and unrealised valuation gains and losses on investment property and property, plant and equipment), straight
lining of fixed rent increases, IFRS depreciation, onerous lease costs, impairment of property, plant and equipment and intangible
assets, amortisation of intangible assets and one off realised items.
Family entertainment centres
The performance of Main Event’s family entertainment centres is summarised as follows:
Total revenue
EBRITDA (excluding pre-opening expenses)
Operating margin
Property costs
EBITDA
2015
US$'000
143,612
52,043
36.2%
(15,352)
36,691
2014
US$'000
89,254
33,513
37.5%
(11,112)
22,401
Change
%
60.9
55.3
38.2
63.8
During the year, total US dollar revenue grew by 60.9%, driving EBITDA growth of 63.8% as a result of strong constant centre
performance and the success of new centres opened over the last 12 months as set out below:
Constant centres
New centres
Corporate and regional office
expenses/sales and marketing
Total
Revenue
2015
US$'000
83,783
59,829
-
143,612
Revenue
2014
US$'000
77,354
11,900
-
89,254
Change
%
8.3
402.8
-
60.9
EBRITDA
2015
US$'000
38,394
25,567
(11,918)
52,043
EBRITDA
2014
US$'000
35,019
5,276
(6,782)
33,513
Change
%
9.6
384.6
75.7
55.3
Constant centre revenue growth of 8.3% was assisted by a new core food menu, bar remodels and increased amusement game
contribution. Value-based promotions, growth in corporate, group and social league events and ongoing focus on customer
satisfaction has driven guest spend.
Six new centres were opened during the year, in which the average revenue of new centres has substantially exceeded the average of
the constant centres. Main Event now has six out of 20 centres operating successfully outside of Texas. Construction has started on five
new sites with design and construction documents completed on a further two new sites due to open in FY16. Negotiations are
underway for a further eight sites to open in FY17. An institutional real estate investor has agreed to fund up to US$100 million of new
centre developments. The family entertainment centres division will continue to actively pursue opportunities for additional new sites
in FY16 and FY17.
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Operating and financial review (continued)
Bowling centres
The division recorded total revenues of $116.5 million, being an increase of 2.3% compared to the prior year. EBITDA grew by 1.6%
through a combination of modest constant centre growth and growth from acquisitions. Excluding one-off make good costs for the
closures of Randwick and Richmond bowling centres, EBITDA grew by 5%. Operating margin has increased from 34.2% to 34.6% in
FY15.
The performance of bowling centres is summarised as follows:
Total revenue
EBRITDA (excluding pre-opening expenses)
Operating margin
Property costs (excluding straight-line rent and onerous lease costs)
EBITDA
A further analysis of bowling centres performance is summarised as follows:
Constant centres
Centres closed
New centres /acquisitions
Corporate and regional office
expenses/sales and marketing
Total
Revenue
2015
$'000
110,206
1,377
4,874
Revenue
2014
$'000
109,755
3,816
288
53
116,510
30
113,889
Change
%
0.4
(63.9)
1,592.4
76.7
2.3
2015
$'000
116,510
40,279
34.6%
(26,290)
13,989
EBRITDA
2015
$'000
52,772
527
2,613
(15,633)
40,279
2014
$'000
113,889
38,907
34.2%
(25,142)
13,765
EBRITDA
2014
$'000
51,381
1,568
157
(14,199)
38,907
Change
%
2.3
3.5
4.6
1.6
Change
%
2.7
(66.4)
1,564.3
10.1
3.5
Revenue and EBITDA growth were driven by initiatives launched during the year which include an online booking engine for social
bowling and birthday parties, customer call centre for AMF, and a new food menu in the top 20 locations. Digital initiatives will
continue to be executed, including a new website launched in July 2015 and mobile app planned for later in FY16.
The acquisitions of City Amusements late in FY14 and Playtime Highpoint and a new Revesby bowling centre in the current year have
contributed positively to the division’s results. In addition, a new Kingpin centre which opened on 1 August 2015 in Darwin has also
recorded exceptional early trading results. The division is reviewing opportunities to convert key locations to multi attraction family
entertainment centres and continuing to pursue further opportunities to acquire “stand alone” amusement arcades.
During the year, the division exited three centres being Randwick, Chadstone and Launceston and will continue to evaluate
divestment opportunities for any underperforming non-core centres.
Marinas
The performance of marinas is summarised as follows:
Total revenue
EBRITDA
Operating margin
Property costs
EBITDA
2015
$'000
22,952
12,765
55.6%
(2,615)
10,150
2014
$'000
23,466
12,944
55.2%
(2,548)
10,396
Change
%
(2.2)
(1.4)
2.6
(2.4)
Revenue from marinas fell marginally by 2.2%, to $23.0 million, and EBITDA fell slightly by 2.4% to $10.2 million. Marina revenue
principally comprises the following:
Berthing
Land
Fuel and other
Total
2015
$'000
12,865
5,220
4,867
22,952
2014
$'000
12,812
5,375
5,279
23,466
Change
%
0.4
(2.9)
(7.8)
(2.2)
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Marinas (continued)
FY15 berthing revenue was impacted by lower occupancy at the Spit in fourth quarter of FY15 as a result of a $5 million
redevelopment which is expected to complete in first quarter of FY16. Despite this, berthing occupancies increased from 84.2% in
FY14 to 85.5% in FY15. Costs were well controlled with an operating margin of 55.6% compared to 55.2% in the prior year. Revenue
was also impacted by vacancies at Nelson Bay and Pier 35 and weaker fuel sales during second half of FY15.
Revenue uplift at The Spit from 24 new large berths is expected to be realised in second quarter of FY16. The marinas division will
continue to focus on digital initiatives to improve customer engagement and retention as well as pursue opportunities to create value
through selective redevelopment and refurbishment.
Theme parks
The performance of the theme parks is summarised as follows:
Total revenue
EBRITDA
Operating margin
Property costs
EBITDA
Attendance
Per capita spend ($)
2015
$'000
99,571
33,163
33.3%
(1,148)
32,015
2014
$'000
100,139
33,867
33.8%
(1,068)
32,799
2,281,606
43.64
2,042,164
49.04
Change
%
(0.6)
(2.1)
7.5
(2.4)
11.7
(11.0)
Total revenue has slightly decreased by $0.6 million, or 0.6% to $99.6 million. Full year EBITDA earnings marginally decreased by 2.4%
to $32.0 million.
Theme parks have delivered a solid result despite unprecedented rainfall and the impact of Cyclone Marcia. This was assisted by a
successful June 2016 pass marketing campaign and competitive pricing which has delivered incremented pass holder growth and
strong continued growth from the two largest international markets being New Zealand and China.
During the year, Dreamworld launched four new food and beverage outlets to further improve guest experience.
Dreamworld was voted Queenslands Best Major Tourist attraction and Australia’s third most popular tourist attraction at the annual
Australia Tourism awards.
The strategy of the theme parks division is to grow revenue and earnings by continuing to invest in products which provide value and
a unique experience to its customers, such as ABC Kids World which opened in June 2015 and Corroboree which has strong appeal to
group, education and international markets. In addition further investment will continue to be made into digital technology, food and
beverage and retail outlets to continue to improve the customer experience and drive increased spend.
The SkyPoint business continues to perform well, with strong attendance growth lead by pass holders and international markets.
Health clubs
The performance of health clubs is summarised as follows:
Total revenue
EBRITDA (excluding pre-opening expenses)
Operating margin
Property costs (excluding straight-line rent and
onerous lease costs)
EBITDA
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2015
$'000
178,388
72,543
40.7%
(44,391)
28,152
2014
$'000
164,070
70,249
42.8%
(36,259)
33,990
Change
%
8.7
3.3
22.4
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Health clubs (continued)
Revenue from our health clubs division increased by 8.7% to $178.4 million for the year, underpinned by the acquisition of the Fitness
First WA portfolio in September 2014.
Constant clubs
Clubs closed
New clubs/acquisitions
Corporate and regional office
expenses/sales and marketing
Total
Revenue
2015
$'000
148,541
173
26,839
Revenue
2014
$'000
158,370
569
4,193
2,835
178,388
938
164,070
Change
%
(6.2)
(69.6)
540.1
202.2
8.7
EBRITDA
2015
$'000
73,702
34
13,319
EBRITDA
2014
$'000
81,044
161
1,793
(14,512)
72,543
(12,749)
70,249
Change
%
(9.1)
(78.9)
642.8
13.8
3.3
During the year, the acquisition of eight fitness first clubs in Western Australia, together with the acquisition of the exclusive US and
Canadian distribution and master franchise rights in the Hypoxi targeted weight loss business have contributed towards continued
revenue growth in the current year. The Camberwell and Port Melbourne clubs, along with the initial acquisition of the Hypoxi
business, have also contributed a full year of earnings in the current year, being acquired in the third quarter of the prior financial year.
However, Health clubs EBITDA was down 17.2% for the year due to competition from 24/7 operators. On a constant club basis,
earnings before property costs of $73.7 million were 9.1% lower than earnings of $81.0 million in the prior corresponding period.
EBITDA trends have improved during the second half of FY15 underpinned by strong improvement in member attrition across the
portfolio and improved sales results, particularly from the implementation of large format full service 24/7 club conversions. A change
of product strategy has driven a stronger mix of higher value membership sales in the second half the year, including higher
percentages of 12 and 18 month programs.
24/7 club conversions are on schedule with 15 clubs converted by end of June 2015. Sales in these clubs were up 34.3% and leavers
down 18.1% on prior corresponding periods. A further 30 clubs are scheduled to be converted during FY16.
The business will continue to further enhance its member service offering including providing unique in-club and online offerings and
access to a new Goodlife digital 24/7 nutrition, fitness and health website.
Six new Hypoxi studios are planned to open in Australia in FY16. In addition, the first of two new prototype Hypoxi US studios is
expected to open in Scottsdale, Arizona in September 2015 to act as a flagship studio for the Hypoxi US business.
Strategic focus
Overall, the Group benefits from the diversity of its five core operating divisions. Each of the divisions has a growth strategy for FY16
with a common theme that offers customers quality affordable leisure experiences, innovative products and a consistently high level
of customer service, customer engagement and importantly, value for money.
Future earnings growth will be driven by four key operational strategies:
Customer
People
Volume
Efficiency
We aim to be truly customer centric by using research, feedback and customer analytics to deliver more innovative
and relevant customer experiences that meet the ever-changing needs of our customers. To create awesome,
highly valued leisure experiences that encourage more people, to visit more often and spend more with us.
To deliver enhanced customer service and satisfaction through “noticeably better people and culture” by providing
all staff with superior training, development, reward and recognition.
To drive increased volume with competitive value propositions, effective marketing, better customer service and
loyalty rewards. Our aim is to maximise capacity without impacting margin.
To produce greater operational efficiencies by leveraging Group buying capacity and volume. To create better
outcomes and solutions for our customers and staff with investment in technology and effective IT systems.
5.
Significant changes in the state of affairs
In the opinion of the Directors, there were no significant changes in the state of affairs of the Consolidated Group or ALL Group that
occurred during the year not otherwise disclosed in this report or the financial statements.
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Value of assets
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
Value of total assets
Value of net assets
996,507
579,482
853,007
505,502
499,065
151,007
366,403
84,476
The value of the Group’s and the ALL Group’s assets is derived using the basis set out in Note 1 to the financial statements.
7.
Interests in the Group
The movement in stapled securities of the Group during the year is set out below:
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
2015
2014
405,055,708
6,358,756
20,746,888
8,298,754
1,862,000
442,322,106
397,803,987
5,295,345
-
-
1,956,376
405,055,708
Stapled securities on issue at the beginning of the year
Stapled securities issued under Distribution Reinvestment Plan
Stapled securities issued for Fitness First WA placement
Stapled securities issued for Security Purchase Plan
Stapled securities issued as part of ALL's employee security-based payments plans
Stapled securities on issue at the end of the year
8.
Information on current Directors
Neil Balnaves AO
Chair
Appointed:
Ardent Leisure Management Limited – 26 October 2001.
Ardent Leisure Limited – 28 April 2003.
Age: 71.
Neil Balnaves was appointed as Chair of the Group in 2001. Neil has worked in the entertainment and media industries for over 50
years, previously holding the position of Executive Chairman of Southern Star Group Limited which he founded. Neil is a Trustee
Member of Bond University and has an Honorary Degree of Doctor of the University. Neil is a Director of the Sydney Orthopaedic
Research Institute and a member of the Advisory Council and Dean’s Circle of The University of New South Wales (Faculty of Medicine)
and in 2010 received an Honorary Doctorate of the University.
Neil is a Board member of the Art Gallery of South Australia, is a Director of Technicolor Australia Limited and serves on the boards of
numerous advisory and community organisations and is a Foundation Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Neil’s
former directorships include Hanna-Barbera Australia, Reed Consolidated Industries, Hamlyn Group, Taft Hardie and Southern Cross
Broadcasting.
In 2006, Neil established The Balnaves Foundation, a philanthropic fund that focuses on education, medicine and the arts. In 2010,
Neil was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia for his services to business and philanthropy.
Neil is non-executive Chair of the Group and a member of both the Remuneration and Nomination Committee and the Audit and Risk
Committee.
Former listed directorships in last three years:
None.
Interest in stapled securities:
2,801,510.
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Roger Davis
Director
Appointed:
Ardent Leisure Management Limited – 1 September 2009.
Ardent Leisure Limited – 28 May 2008.
Age: 63.
Roger Davis was appointed a Director of the Company in 2008. Roger brings to the Board over 35 years of experience in banking and
investment banking in Australia, the US and Japan. Roger is presently Chairman of the Bank of Queensland and a Consulting Director
at Rothschild (Australia) Limited and holds non-executive directorships at Argo Investments Limited, Aristocrat Leisure Limited and
AIG Australia Limited. Previously, he was Managing Director at Citigroup where he worked for over 20 years and more recently was a
Group Managing Director at ANZ Banking Group.
Roger’s former directorships include the chairmanship of Esanda, along with directorships of ANZ (New Zealand) Limited, Charter Hall
Office Management Limited (the manager for Charter Hall Office REIT), The Trust Company Limited, TIO Limited and Citicorp Securities
Inc. in the United States.
Roger holds a BEc (Hons) from The University of Sydney and a Master of Philosophy from Oxford.
Roger is Chair of the Safety, Sustainability and Environment Committee and is a member of both the Remuneration and Nomination
Committee and the Audit and Risk Committee.
Former listed directorships in last three years:
The Trust Company Limited (resigned 30 November 2013).
Interest in stapled securities:
200,658.
David Haslingden
Director
Appointed:
Ardent Leisure Management Limited – 6 July 2015.
Ardent Leisure Limited – 6 July 2015.
Age: 54.
David Haslingden was appointed a Director of the Company and the Manager in July 2015. David is presently the Chairman and a
non-executive director of Nine Entertainment Limited. David owns and operates a network of television production companies in
Australia and overseas including Natural History New Zealand and Keshet Australia.
He is also a director of US charity WildAid, having been Chairman for the eight years prior to 2015.
Previously, David was President and Chief Operating Officer of Fox Networks Group and Chief Executive of Fox International Channels.
David has also served as Chief Executive Officer of the National Geographic Channels business.
David has sat on a number of industry boards in the United States including the National Cable and Telecommunications Association.
David holds a BA and LLB from Sydney University and a LLM from the University of Cambridge.
Former listed directorships in the last three years:
None.
Interest in stapled securities:
Nil.
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Don Morris AO
Director
Appointed:
Ardent Leisure Management Limited – 1 January 2012.
Ardent Leisure Limited – 1 January 2012.
Age: 70.
Don Morris was appointed a Director of both the Company and the Manager in January 2012 and brings to the Board significant
experience of advertising, marketing and promotion, particularly for tourism entities.
Don was a founding principal of Mojo Australia Advertising, creators of several iconic Australian advertising campaigns, including ‘I Still
Call Australia Home’ for Qantas, the Paul Hogan ‘Shrimp on the Barbie’ for Australian tourism and ‘C’mon Aussie C’mon’ for World Series
Cricket.
Don was the former Chair of the Sydney Olympics Community Support Commission and both the Australian Tourist Commission and
Tourism Queensland. He is a former director of Mojo MDA Group Limited, RM Williams Limited, Harvey World Travel Limited, PMP
Limited, the Tourism & Transport Forum, Tourism Asset Holdings Limited, Hamilton Island Enterprises Limited and Port Douglas Reef
Resorts Limited.
Don was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia in 2002 for services to tourism and holds a Bachelor of Economics from Monash
University.
Don’s current directorships include Ausflag Limited and The Sport and Tourism Youth Foundation.
He was appointed an Adjunct Professor in Tourism, Sport, and Hotel Management at Griffith University in 2012.
In 2013, he received an Honorary Degree of Doctor of the University, and was appointed Chair of the Advisory Board of the Griffith
Institute for Tourism (GIFT).
Don is a member of the Remuneration and Nomination Committee and the Safety, Sustainability and Environment Committee.
Former listed directorships in the last three years:
None.
Interest in stapled securities:
13,950.
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Deborah Thomas
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer
Appointed:
Ardent Leisure Management Limited – 1 December 2013.
Ardent Leisure Limited – 1 December 2013.
Age: 59.
Deborah Thomas was appointed a Director of both the Company and the Manager in December 2013. On 10 March 2015, Deborah
was appointed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Group and commenced in this role on 7 April 2015.
One of Australia’s most successful publishing executives, Deborah brings over 28 years of experience in media to the role of Chief
Executive Officer. A former Editor-in-Chief of The Australian Women’s Weekly, a position she held for almost a decade, Deborah has a
deep understanding of product innovation, marketing, retail sales, advertising and digital development communications.
As Editorial Director across Bauer Media's portfolio of Women’s Lifestyle magazines and Custom Publishing, Deborah was responsible
for editorial direction, customer relationships, corporate marketing, public affairs, events and new revenue streams. These initiatives
included licensed products for major brands in partnership with retail stores across Australia and New Zealand. Deborah was a
director on the board of Post ACP, the company's joint venture between Bauer Media and the Bangkok Post (Thailand). She is
currently Deputy Chair of the National Library of Australia.
Former listed directorships in the last three years:
None.
Interest in stapled securities:
20,331.
George Venardos
Director
Appointed:
Ardent Leisure Management Limited – 22 September 2009.
Ardent Leisure Limited – 22 September 2009.
Age: 57.
George Venardos was appointed a Director of both the Company and the Manager in September 2009. George is a Chartered
Accountant with more than 35 years’ experience in finance, accounting, insurance and funds management.
His former positions include Group Chief Financial Officer of Insurance Australia Group and, for 10 years, Chairman of the Finance and
Accounting Committee of the Insurance Council of Australia. George also held the position of Finance Director of Legal & General
Group in Australia and was named Insto Magazine’s CFO of the Year for 2003.
George holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting, Finance and Systems from The University of New South Wales. He is also a
Fellow of The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, the Australian Institute of Company Directors and the Taxation Institute
of Australia. He holds a Diploma in Corporate Management and is a Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia.
George’s other ASX listed non-executive director positions include IOOF Holdings Limited and BluGlass Limited.
George is Chair of both the Audit and Risk Committee and the Remuneration and Nomination Committee and is also a member of the
Safety, Sustainability and Environment Committee.
Former listed directorships in the last three years:
Miclyn Express Offshore Limited (resigned 21 June 2013).
Interest in stapled securities:
198,053.
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Melanie Willis
Director
Appointed:
Ardent Leisure Management Limited – 17 July 2015.
Ardent Leisure Limited – 17 July 2015.
Age: 51.
Melanie Willis was appointed a Director of both the Company and the Manager in July 2015 and brings to the Group significant
experience in the global financial, investment banking and professional services sectors.
Melanie has had extensive exposure to domestic and international leisure related businesses and is currently a non-executive director
of Mantra Group and Pepper Group. Melanie recently held the position of Chief Executive Officer of NRMA Investments where she was
responsible for the commercial businesses and overall group strategy.
Previously, Melanie held non-executive directorships at Crowe Horwath Australasia Limited, Aevum Limited, Hydro Tasmania and
Rhodium Asset Solutions Limited, as well as senior executive positions within Deutsche Bank and Bankers Trust Australia.
Melanie holds a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Western Australia, a Masters of Law (Tax) from The University of
Melbourne and a Company Director Diploma from the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
In addition, Melanie has completed a leadership course at Harvard Business School, and is a member of both Chief Executive Women
and the Big Issue Women’s Advisory Board.
Former listed directorships in the last three years:
Crowe Horwath Limited (resigned 30 October 2014).
Interest in stapled securities:
Nil.
9.
Meetings of Directors
The attendance at meetings of Directors of the Manager and ALL during the year is set out in the following table:
Full meetings
of Directors
Audit and Risk
Meetings of Committees
Remuneration and
Nomination
Safety, Sustainability and
Environment
Eligible
to
attend
9
9
3
9
5
9
9
Attended
9
8
3
9
5
9
9
Eligible
to
attend
4
4
2
N/A
N/A
N/A
4
Attended
3
3
2
N/A
N/A
N/A
4
Eligible
to
attend
5
5
1
5
N/A
3
5
Attended
5
4
1
5
N/A
3
5
Eligible
to
attend
N/A
4
N/A
3
3
N/A
4
Attended
N/A
4
N/A
3
3
N/A
4
Neil Balnaves AO
Roger Davis
Anne Keating
Don Morris AO
Greg Shaw
Deborah Thomas
George Venardos
10.
Company Secretary
The Group’s Company Secretary is Alan Shedden. Alan was appointed to the position of Secretary of the Manager and ALL on
9 September 2009.
Alan has over 17 years of experience as a Company Secretary and, prior to joining the Group, held positions at Brookfield Multiplex
Limited and Orange S.A., the mobile telecommunications subsidiary of France Telecom S.A. Alan also acts as Group General Manager
Corporate Services and provides guidance to the human resources, health and safety, insurance, Australian Financial Services (AFS)
licence compliance and energy efficiency functions. Alan holds a degree in business studies and is a Fellow of the Institute of
Chartered Secretaries and Administrators.
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Remuneration report
The Manager and the Directors of ALL present the remuneration report for the Group for the year ended 30 June 2015.
The remuneration report is set out under the following main headings:
(a) Key remuneration objectives;
(b) Remuneration framework and strategy;
(c) Details of remuneration – key management personnel;
(d) Service agreements of key management personnel;
(e) Deferred Short Term Incentive Plan (DSTI);
Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP); and
(f)
(g) Additional information.
The information provided in the remuneration report has been audited as required by section 308 (3C) of the Corporations Act 2001.
(a)
Key remuneration objectives
The objective of the Group’s executive framework is to attract and retain high quality executives by ensuring that executive
remuneration is competitive with prevailing employment market conditions and also providing sufficient motivation by ensuring that
remuneration is aligned to the Group’s results.
In August 2014, the Board commissioned an independent remuneration review by Aon Hewitt which benchmarked the remuneration
packages for certain key executives including the Chief Executive Officer. Following the presentation of this review, the Board
resolved to increase the remuneration packages for key executives and implemented an increase in the LTIP target component for the
Chief Executive Officer to ensure that the remuneration mix was consistent with market practice.
The Board has adopted a process of annual benchmarking of key management personnel (KMP) and accordingly the Remuneration
and Nomination Committee also commissioned independent benchmarking from Ernst & Young of the Chief Executive Officer roles in
both family entertainment centres and health clubs. These reports resulted in the Board adopting revised package structures for these
positions including the increase of the LTIP component and the adoption of a stretch target short term incentive (STI) mechanism.
The stretch target STI operates purely in relation to the over-achievement of financial key performance indicators (KPIs) and allows
participating executives the opportunity to receive 160% of their target STI if they exceed their financial KPIs by 120%. Delivery of the
stretch payment is made through the issue of performance rights under the terms of the DSTI which vest into fully paid stapled
securities over the following 1 and 2 years after grant.
The transition of the Chief Executive Officer role from Greg Shaw to Deborah Thomas announced to the market on 10 March 2015
resulted in a review of roles and responsibilities for key executives in the Group. Following amendments made to the position
description of the Chief Financial Officer, a benchmark exercise was undertaken of the new role and this resulted in the Board
increasing the fixed remuneration of the Chief Financial Officer.
Although none of the independent benchmarking reports constituted “remuneration recommendations” under the Corporations Act
2001, as a matter of good governance they were prepared independently and presented directly to the Remuneration and
Nomination Committee. As a result, the Directors are satisfied that the reports were prepared in a manner free from undue influence
by the Group’s KMP.
Throughout this process, the Remuneration and Nomination Committee has sought to maintain the alignment of key executives with
investors through the adoption of a total shareholder return (TSR) performance measure and a second performance measure for the
LTIP based upon an internal compound earnings per security (EPS) growth target. This dual performance measure is designed to drive
sustainable growth and provide meaningful security holdings for executive KMP and thus extend the Group’s long term approach to
executive remuneration.
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Remuneration report (continued)
Key remuneration objectives (continued)
The components of the remuneration package of the Chief Executive Officer and other executive KMP for the financial year are set out
in the table below:
Position
Name
Annual base
salary
STI1
LTIP1
Cash
Deferred equity
Total annual
target
remuneration
Deborah Thomas2
Richard Johnson3
Nicole Noye4
Greg Oliver
Charlie Keegan5
Craig Davidson
Greg Shaw6
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
CEO – Bowling centres
CEO – Health clubs
CEO – Main Event
CEO – Theme parks
Chief Executive Officer
(1) Target STI and LTIP remuneration components are expressed as percentages of the annual base salary.
(2) Deborah Thomas was appointed Chief Executive Officer effective 7 April 2015.
(3) Annual base salary increased from $401,305 to $516,305 from 1 April 2015.
(4) Appointed 16 June 2014.
(5) Total target annual remuneration does not include stretch potential for over-achievement of financial KPIs.
(6) The retirement of Greg Shaw as Chief Executive Officer was announced to the ASX on 10 March 2015 and he ceased to be considered KMP on 7 April 2015.
$670,000
$516,305
$360,000
$460,000
US$400,000
$350,000
$800,000
50.00%
37.50%
15.00%
15.00%
30.00%
15.00%
40.00%
$1,340,000
$1,097,148
$666,000
$851,000
US$800,000
$647,500
$1,720,000
25%
25%
35%
35%
35%
35%
25%
25%
50%
35%
35%
35%
35%
50%
It should be noted that the base salary is considered secure and the STI and LTIP figures set out above are considered “at risk” and will
only be paid if performance targets have been achieved.
(b)
Remuneration framework and strategy
The Group’s remuneration framework seeks to align executive reward with the achievement of strategic objectives and in particular,
the creation of sustainable value and earnings growth for investors. In addition, the Board seeks to have reference to market best
practice to ensure that executive remuneration remains competitive, fair and reasonable.
(i)
Non-Executive Directors
Fees paid to Non-Executive Directors reflect the demands which are made on, and the responsibilities of, the Directors. Non-Executive
Directors’ fees are reviewed annually by the Board and the Remuneration and Nomination Committee.
Non-Executive Directors are paid solely by the way of directors’ fees and do not participate in any equity or short term cash-based
incentives schemes. Non-Executive Directors bring a depth of experience and knowledge to their roles and are a key component in
the effective operation of the Board. The maximum aggregate of directors’ fees payable to Directors of the Group is set out in clause
16.1 of the Constitution of Ardent Leisure Limited. The maximum total aggregate level of directors’ fees payable by the Group is
$1,200,000 per annum and was set by investors at the 30 October 2014 general meeting.
The Board last reviewed the fee structure in December 2013 and this structure, which remains within the constitutional cap of
$1,200,000 per annum (inclusive of superannuation), is as follows:
Position
Board Chair
Other Non-Executive Director
Audit and Risk Committee
Other Committee
- Chair
- Member
- Chair
- Member
Current annual fee
$205,000
$120,000
$20,000
$15,000
$12,500
$7,500
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(ii)
Remuneration report (continued)
Remuneration framework and strategy (continued)
Executive pay
The executive pay and reward framework has three components:
base pay and benefits;
performance incentives; and
other remuneration such as superannuation.
The combination of these comprises the executive’s total remuneration.
Base pay
Performance incentives
STI
LTIP
Cash
Deferred equity
A total employment cost which can
be made up of a mix of cash salary,
employer superannuation
contributions and non-financial
benefits such as provision of a
motor vehicle.
The STI is a performance bonus set against pre-
determined financial and personal key performance
indicators. The STI paid is split into a cash bonus
payment and a deferred equity component. The equity-
based deferral of a component of the STI awarded is
deferred over a period of one and two years.
Equity incentives that vest in three
tranches over a four year testing
period and aligned to both
targeted internal compound
earnings per share growth and
total shareholder return.
SECURE
AT RISK
AT RISK
Base pay
Base pay includes salary, employer superannuation contributions and non-cash benefits such as provision of a motor vehicle. Base
pay is reviewed annually to ensure that executive pay is competitive with the market. There are no guaranteed base pay increases in
the contracts. Base pay is also reviewed on promotion.
Performance incentives
Performance incentives may be granted under the terms of both the STI and LTIP plans. The relative proportions of fixed
remuneration and performance incentives for executives KMP are set out below:
Position
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
CEO – Bowling centres
CEO – Health clubs
CEO – Main Event
CEO – Theme parks
Chief Executive Officer
Name
Deborah Thomas1
Richard Johnson
Nicole Noye
Greg Oliver
Charlie Keegan2
Craig Davidson
Greg Shaw3
STI
LTIP
Base salary
50.00%
47.06%
54.05%
54.05%
50.00%
54.05%
46.51%
Cash
12.50%
23.53%
18.92%
18.92%
17.50%
18.92%
23.26%
Deferred
equity
12.50%
11.76%
18.92%
18.92%
17.50%
18.92%
11.63%
25.00%
17.65%
8.11%
8.11%
15.00%
8.11%
18.60%
(1) Deborah Thomas was appointed Chief Executive Officer effective 7 April 2015.
(2) Cash STI excludes stretch potential for over-achievement of financial KPIs.
(3) The retirement of Greg Shaw as Chief Executive Officer was announced to the ASX on 10 March 2015 and he ceased to be considered KMP on 7 April 2015.
It should be noted that none of the Non-Executive Directors participates in the Group’s performance incentive plans.
STI
Cash
The STI or bonus program is designed to reward executives for achievement of a number of key performance indicators (KPIs). These
KPIs are split into financial and personal categories, with the financial measures based around earnings and revenue targets
representing between 50% - 60% of an executive’s STI entitlement and personal measures representing the remainder. The
percentage split between financial and personal measures varies between executives depending upon the outcomes and behaviours
being driven.
For executives who act in Group-wide roles, the financial KPIs are based on Group earnings and revenue related measures. In contrast,
divisional earnings and revenue measures are used for those executives who occupy divisional roles.
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(ii)
Remuneration report (continued)
Remuneration framework and strategy (continued)
Executive pay (continued)
STI (continued)
Cash (continued)
Personal KPIs for executives are not financial in nature and are set around execution of improvements and initiatives in such functions
as health and safety, risk management, compliance, relationship management, customer engagement, employee satisfaction,
employee engagement and other strategic initiatives. Hypothetical examples of personal KPIs which may be used are set out in the
table below:
Strategy
Sales and marketing
People
Innovation
Health and safety
Customer
Refine and implement the Group’s strategic vision and target opportunities to take advantage of macro-
environmental shifts in consumer interests and expectations of leisure experiences.
Implement a divisional loyalty program to drive repeat visitation and develop cross promotional
opportunities.
Implement an end-to-end process for the collation of suitable consumer data to allow targeted customer
segmentation, analysis and direct messaging to drive revenue.
Provide leadership and create a culture of innovation, productivity and respect, with a strong focus on
customer service.
Demonstrate significant improvement in the top three areas for improvement identified in the annual
staff engagement survey.
Improve the level and timeliness of the Group’s internal and external communications.
Identify and implement measures to increase the competency and level of talent across the Group.
Incubate multiple new product development initiatives aimed at increasing visitation, customer spend
and dwell time.
Identify opportunities for the digital enhancement of the Group’s operational efficiency.
Standardise the adoption and reporting of safety lead indicators to ensure that safety remains a priority
across all divisions. Drive continued improvements in safety systems and culture to achieve meaningful
improvements in safety outcomes.
Establish customer feedback mechanisms to record and report customer service metrics to line
management.
The extent to which an executive achieves their personal and financial KPIs is assessed by the Remuneration and Nomination
Committee based upon recommendations from the Chief Executive Officer. The resulting cash bonuses are traditionally payable in
cash by 30 September each year. Using a combination of revenue and earnings targets ensures that STI payments are only available
when sustainable value has been created for investors and profit is consistent with the Group’s business plan.
Maximum achievable awards to KMP under the STI range between 50% - 75% of an executive’s base salary (including superannuation)
dependent upon the executive’s position.
Deferred equity
A percentage of the actual STI paid to an executive may be deferred and settled in performance rights to acquire fully paid Group
stapled securities for nil exercise price. These performance rights are issued under the terms of the Group’s Deferred Short Term
Incentive plan rules and vest in two equal tranches in one year and two years.
LTIP
The LTIP awards performance rights ranging between 15.0% and 40.0% of an executive’s base salary (including superannuation)
dependent upon the executive’s role. Further details of the LTIP are set out in section (f) below.
(iii)
Alignment with investor interests
The Directors are committed to the alignment of executives’ remuneration with investors’ interests and seek to achieve this through
the most appropriate mix of base pay and short and long term incentives.
In the 2015 financial year, KMP KPIs were set to drive divisional and Group earnings, with targets set within the Group’s budgetary
framework. In this way, the KPIs used to determine performance under the STI are used to align KMP remuneration with sustainable
earnings growth and other operational long term goals. The deferral of a component of the STI into equity acts as a two year retention
tool to ensure that earnings targets are not achieved at the expense of long term profitability and growth.
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(iii)
Remuneration report (continued)
Remuneration framework and strategy (continued)
Alignment with investor interests (continued)
The LTIP further aligns executives’ remuneration with long term investor returns through the total shareholder return performance
hurdle. The LTIP is subject to the dual measures of total shareholder return and an internal compound EPS measure. In this way, the
LTIP provides a direct link between executive reward and investor return and offers no benefit to individual executives unless the
Group’s performance exceeds the 50th percentile of the benchmark Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) Small Industrials Index and a
minimum compound EPS growth in the performance period.
(c)
Details of remuneration – key management personnel
KMP are defined in AASB 124 Related Party Disclosures as those having authority and responsibility for planning, directing and
controlling the activities of the Group. For the year ended 30 June 2015, the KMP for the Group comprise the Independent Directors
and the following:
Position
Chief Executive Officer1
Chief Financial Officer
CEO – Bowling centres
CEO – Theme parks
CEO – Main Event
CEO – Health clubs
Chief Executive Officer2
Name
Deborah Thomas
Richard Johnson
Nicole Noye
Craig Davidson
Charlie Keegan
Greg Oliver
Greg Shaw
(1) Deborah Thomas was appointed Chief Executive Officer effective 7 April 2015.
(2) The retirement of Greg Shaw as Chief Executive Officer was announced to the ASX on 10 March 2015 and he ceased to be considered KMP on 7 April 2015.
Details of the remuneration of KMP of the Group for 2015 and 2014 are set out in the tables on the following pages. The tables set out
the total cash benefits paid to the KMP in the relevant period and, under the heading “Security-based payments”, show a component
of the fair value of the performance rights. The fair value of the performance rights is recognised over the vesting period as an
employee benefit expense. Further details of the fair value calculations are set out in sections (e) and (f) below.
Short term benefits
Post-employment
benefits
Other long term
benefits
Salary
Cash
bonus
Annual
leave
Super-
annuation Retirement Other Termination
Total cash
payment
Security-
based
payments
Total
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Security-
based
payment
% of
total
Independent Directors
Current
Neil Balnaves AO
Chair
Roger Davis
Don Morris AO
George Venardos
Past
Anne Keating (Note 1)
2015 207,762
2014 195,459
2015 141,553
2014 135,158
2015 121,005
2014 119,132
2015 142,838
2014 137,452
2015
43,916
2014 128,287
Executive Directors
Current
Deborah Thomas (Note 2) 2015 244,002
67,353
2014
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Past
Greg Shaw (Note 3)
2015 738,984 336,509 42,065
2014 677,105 334,500 56,425
18,783
17,268
13,447
12,502
11,495
11,020
13,570
12,714
4,172
11,867
13,173
6,230
18,783
17,775
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
226,545
212,727
155,000
147,660
132,500
130,152
156,408
150,166
48,088
140,154
257,175
73,583
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
226,545
212,727
155,000
147,660
132,500
130,152
156,408
150,166
48,088
140,154
257,175
73,583
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
- 1,136,341
- 1,085,805
534,100 1,670,441
452,810 1,538,615
31.97%
29.43%
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Remuneration report (continued)
Details of remuneration – key management personnel (continued)
Short term benefits
Post-employment
benefits
Other long term
benefits
Salary
Cash
bonus
Annual
leave
Super-
annuation Retirement Other Termination
Total cash
payment
Security-
based
payments
Total
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Security-
based
payment
% of
total
Other key management
personnel
Current
Craig Davidson (Note 4) 2015
2014
CEO – Theme parks
309,837
74,720
21,379
236,327
-
19,694
Richard Johnson
2015
414,937 190,018
7,414
Chief Financial Officer
2014
354,028 184,000
29,502
Charlie Keegan
2015
454,967 148,986
27,658
CEO – Main Event
2014
364,669 122,331
30,389
18,783
15,699
18,783
17,775
-
-
Nicole Noye (Note 5)
2015
325,469
CEO – Bowling centres
2014
13,788
-
-
15,748
18,783
1,149
1,382
Greg Oliver
2015
425,944 136,945
15,273
2014
CEO – Health clubs
Past
Lee Chadwick (Note 6)
2015
Ex CEO – Bowling centres 2014
2015
Todd Coates (Note 7)
Ex CEO – Theme parks
2014
371,285 119,310
30,940
N/A
316,532
N/A
31,820
N/A
49,333
N/A
-
N/A
26,378
N/A
2,652
18,783
17,775
N/A
17,775
N/A
2,452
2015 3,571,214 887,178 129,537
168,555
2014 3,148,395 809,474 197,129
162,234
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
424,719
64,024
488,743
13.1%
271,720
-
271,720
-
631,152
248,250
879,402
28.23%
585,305
244,915
830,220
29.50%
631,611
251,404
883,015
28.47%
517,389
373,768
891,157
41.94%
360,000
16,319
-
-
360,000
16,319
-
-
596,945
187,110
784,055
23.86%
539,310
161,725
701,035
23.07%
N/A
-
N/A
-
-
-
N/A
-
N/A
-
-
-
N/A
-
N/A
-
N/A
410,018
N/A
36,924
N/A
-
N/A
(38,285)
N/A
410,018
N/A
(1,361)
N/A
-
N/A
-
- 4,756,484 1,284,888 6,041,372
21.3%
- 4,317,232 1,194,933 5,512,165
21.7%
(1) Anne Keating retired on 29 October 2014.
(2) Deborah Thomas was appointed a Non-Executive Director of the Group effective 1 December 2013 and is considered KMP from this date. Deborah Thomas was
appointed Chief Executive Officer effective 7 April 2015.
(3) The retirement of Greg Shaw as Chief Executive Officer was announced to the ASX on 10 March 2015 and he ceased to be considered KMP on 7 April 2015.
(4) Craig Davidson was appointed CEO of Theme parks on 2 September 2013 and is considered KMP from this date.
(5) Nicole Noye was appointed CEO of Bowling centres on 16 June 2014 and is considered KMP from this date.
(6) Lee Chadwick resigned from the Group effective 16 June 2014.
(7) Todd Coates resigned from the Group effective 31 July 2013.
No termination benefits were paid to KMP during the current financial year. There are no cash bonuses or options forfeited with
respect to specified executives not previously disclosed. No payments were made to KMP by the Group before they became
employees.
Security-based payments included in the tables above reflect the amounts in the Income Statements of the Group. For performance
rights issued to all Australian and US KMP post 1 July 2014, this amount is based on the fair value of the equity instruments at the date
of the grant rather than at vesting or reporting date for those instruments not yet vested. For performance rights issued to US KMP
prior to 1 July 2014, this amount is based on the fair value of the equity instruments at the reporting date. During the year, 716,574
plan securities were issued to Australian employees under the deferred equity component of the STI (2014: 722,192). If the fair value
recorded in the Income Statement was based on the movement in the fair value of the instruments between reporting dates, the
amount included in KMP compensation would be increased by $380,464 to $1,665,352 (2014: increased by $3,110,201 to $4,305,134).
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Service agreements of key management personnel
Remuneration and other terms of employment for KMP are formalised in service agreements. Each of these agreements provides for
the payment of performance related cash bonuses and participation in the Group’s long term incentive plans. Other major provisions
of the agreements relating to remuneration as at 30 June 2015 are set out below:
Executive
Deborah Thomas
Richard Johnson
Craig Davidson
Charlie Keegan
Nicole Noye
Greg Oliver
Position
Term
Chief Executive
Officer
Chief Financial
Officer
CEO – Theme parks
CEO – Main Event
CEO – Bowling centres CEO – Health clubs
No fixed term.
No fixed term.
No fixed term.
Contract subject
to automatic
annual renewal.
No fixed term.
No fixed term;
however, may not
be terminated
earlier than
September 2015
unless certain
early termination
conditions are
triggered.
Base annual
salary
$670,000 as at 30
June 2015.
$516,305 as at 30
June 2015.
$350,000 as at 30
June 2015.
US$400,000 as at
30 June 2015.
$360,000 as at 30
June 2015.
$460,000 as at 30
June 2015.
Termination
Employment shall
continue with the
Group unless
either party gives
three months’
notice in writing.
Employment shall
continue with the
Group unless the
executive gives
the Group six
months’ notice in
writing, or the
Group gives the
executive 12
months’ notice in
writing.
Employment shall
continue with the
Group unless the
executive gives
the Group six
months’ notice in
writing, or the
Group gives the
executive 12
months’ notice in
writing.
Employment shall
continue with the
Group unless
either party gives
three months’
notice in writing.
Employment shall
continue with the
Group unless
either party gives
six months’ notice
in writing.
During the
contract term,
employment shall
continue with the
Group unless the
executive gives
three months’
notice in writing.
An early
termination
payment equal to
one year's salary is
payable to the
executive if the
Group terminates
the executive
during the
contract, other
than for gross
misconduct.
All base salary amounts are inclusive of any superannuation payment and will be reviewed annually. With the exception of the terms
noted above, there are no contracted termination benefits payable to any KMP.
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Deferred Short Term Incentive Plan (DSTI)
Plan name
Who can participate?
Types of securities issued
Treatment of non-Australian residents
DSTI
All employees are eligible for participation at the discretion of the Board;
however, Non-Executive Directors do not participate in the DSTI.
Performance rights that can be converted into fully paid securities once vested.
The performance rights differ from options in that they do not carry an exercise
price. Performance rights do not represent physical securities and do not carry
any voting or distribution entitlements.
For employees who are not Australian residents, the DSTI historically granted
cash awards to those executives. Administrative arrangements have now been
made to issue equity awards and not cash awards to non-resident executives.
All awards, whether equity or cash, are subject to the same tenure hurdles.
What restrictions are there on the securities?
Performance rights are non-transferable.
When can the securities vest?
What are the vesting conditions?
The plan contemplates that the performance rights will vest equally one year
and two years following the grant date.
Plan performance rights will normally vest only if the participant remains
employed by the Group (and is not under notice terminating the contract of
employment from either party) as at the relevant vesting date.
Did any of the securities vest?
During the financial year, a total of 777,419 performance rights vested.
Australian employees
Since 1 July 2010, incentives have been provided to certain executives under the DSTI. Under the terms of the DSTI, employees may
be granted performance rights, of which one half will vest one year after grant date and one half will vest two years after grant date.
The first set of performance rights were granted under the DSTI on 16 December 2010, with the first vesting date being the day after
the full year results announcement for the year ended 30 June 2011. A total of 659,745 performance rights vested on 19 August 2014
and 12 March 2015 and a corresponding number of stapled securities were issued to Australian employees under the terms of the
DSTI (2014: 722,192).
The characteristics of the DSTI indicate that, at the Ardent Leisure Group level, it is an equity settled share-based payment under AASB
2 Share-based Payment as the holders are entitled to the securities as long as they meet the DSTI’s service criteria. However, as ALL is
considered to be a subsidiary of the Trust, in the financial statements of the ALL Group the DSTI is accounted for as a cash settled
share-based payment.
Fair value – Australian employees
The fair value of the performance rights granted under the DSTI is recognised in the Group financial statements as an employee
benefit expense with a corresponding increase in equity. The fair value of each grant of performance rights is determined at grant
date using a binomial tree valuation model and then is recognised over the vesting period during which employees become
unconditionally entitled to the underlying securities.
The fair value of the performance rights granted under the DSTI is recognised in the ALL Group financial statements as an employee
benefit expense with a corresponding increase in liabilities. The fair value of each grant of performance rights is determined at each
reporting date using a binomial tree valuation model with the movement in fair value of the liability being recognised in the Income
Statement.
At each reporting date, the estimate of the number of performance rights that are expected to vest is revised. The employee benefit
expense recognised each financial period takes into account the most recent estimate.
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Deferred Short Term Incentive Plan (DSTI) (continued)
US employees
Due to previous restrictions on the issue of securities to US residents, those US executives eligible for the DSTI were subject to a
shadow performance rights scheme whereby a cash payment was made instead of performance rights being granted. At the end of
each vesting period, the number of performance rights which would have vested is multiplied by the Group stapled security volume
weighted average price (VWAP) for the five trading days immediately following the vesting date and an equivalent cash payment is
made. Due to the nature of the scheme, this is considered to be a cash settled share-based payment under AASB 2. A total of 60,845
cash settled performance rights vested on 19 August 2014 to US employees under the terms of the DSTI (2014: 135,090). Following
steps taken to issue equity to US resident employees, all new performance rights issued after1 July 2014 will be settled in equity upon
vesting in future periods. As such, these performance rights are considered to be equity settled share-based payments under AASB 2.
A total of 56,829 equity settled performance rights vested on 19 August 2014 (2014: nil). In the ALL financial statements, all
performance rights issued to US employees are considered to be cash settled.
Fair value – US employees
The fair value of cash settled performance rights is determined at grant date and each reporting date using a binomial tree valuation
model. This is recorded as a liability with the movement in the fair value of the financial liability being recognised in the Income
Statement.
The fair value of equity settled performance rights is determined at grant date using a binomial tree valuation model. This is recorded
as an employee benefit expense with a corresponding increase in equity.
At each reporting date, the estimate of the number of performance rights that are expected to vest is revised. The employee benefit
expense recognised each period takes into account the most recent estimate.
Valuation inputs
For the performance rights outstanding at 30 June 2015, the table below shows the fair value of the performance rights on each grant
date as well as the factors used to value the performance rights at the date of grant. This valuation is used to value the equity settled
performance rights granted to employees at 30 June 2015:
Grant
Grant date
Vesting date – year 1
Vesting date – year 2
Average risk free rate
Expected price volatility
Expected distribution yield
Stapled security price at grant date
Valuation per performance right on issue
2013
23 August 2013
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
2.60% per annum
30.9% per annum
6.6% per annum
$1.82
$1.66
2014
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
31 August 2016
2.50% per annum
27.0% per annum
4.3% per annum
$3.00
$2.81
The table below shows the fair value of the performance rights in each grant as at 30 June 2015 as well as the factors used to value the
performance rights as at 30 June 2015. This valuation is used to value the cash settled performance rights granted to employees at 30
June 2015:
Grant
Grant date
Vesting date – year 1
Vesting date – year 2
Average risk free rate
Expected price volatility
Expected distribution yield
Stapled security price at year end
Valuation per performance right at year end
2013
23 August 2013
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
2.00% per annum
41.9% per annum
5.8% per annum
$2.17
$2.17
2014
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
31 August 2016
2.00% per annum
41.9% per annum
5.8% per annum
$2.17
$2.10
Grants of performance rights are made annually with the grant date being the date of the issue of the offer letters to employees.
Although the grant date may vary from year to year, the testing period (subject to any hurdles) remains constant with the vesting date
being 24 hours immediately following the announcement of the Group’s full year financial results.
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Deferred Short Term Incentive Plan (DSTI) (continued)
Tenure hurdle
The vesting of the performance rights is subject to a tenure hurdle and participants must remain employed by the Group (and not be
under notice terminating the contract of employment from either party) as at the relevant vesting date.
Performance rights
The number of performance rights on issue and granted to the Group’s KMP is set out below:
30 June 2015
Current executives
Craig Davidson
Richard Johnson
Charlie Keegan
Nicole Noye
Greg Oliver
Deborah Thomas
Past executives
Greg Shaw
Equity settled
Current executives
Charlie Keegan
Cash settled
Opening
balance
Granted as
compensation
Exercised
Lapsed
Closing
balance
Vested and
exercisable
Unvested
-
90,288
72,993
-
115,177
-
26,613
33,839
47,306
-
48,755
-
-
(62,577)
(36,497)
-
(79,241)
-
162,041
440,499
59,926
216,439
(221,967)
(400,282)
41,654
41,654
-
-
(41,654)
(41,654)
482,153
216,439
(441,936)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
26,613
61,550
83,802
-
84,691
-
-
256,656
-
-
256,656
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
26,613
61,550
83,802
-
84,691
-
-
256,656
-
-
256,656
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(f)
Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)
Plan name
Who can participate?
Types of securities issued
Treatment of non-Australian residents
LTIP
All employees are eligible for participation at the discretion of the Board;
however, Non-Executive Directors do not participate in the LTIP.
Performance rights that can be converted into fully paid securities once vested.
The performance rights differ from options in that they do not carry an exercise
price. Performance rights do not represent physical securities and do not carry
any voting or distribution entitlements.
For employees who are not Australian residents, the LTIP historically granted
cash awards to those executives. Administrative arrangements have now been
made to issue equity awards and not cash awards to non-resident executives.
All awards, whether equity or cash, are subject to the same performance and
tenure hurdles.
What restrictions are there on the securities?
Performance rights are non-transferable.
When can the securities vest?
What are the vesting conditions?
What does total shareholder return include?
What is the earnings per security hurdle?
The plan contemplates that the performance rights will vest equally two, three
and four years following the grant date, subject to meeting the total
shareholder return (TSR) and internal compound earnings per security (EPS)
performance hurdles. The weighting between the two hurdles will be split as
follows:
TSR – 50%; and
EPS – 50%.
For grants made after 1 July 2014, in order for any or all of the performance
rights to vest one or both of the following hurdles must be met:
TSR performance hurdle - the Group's TSR for the performance period must
exceed the 50th percentile of the TSRs of the benchmark group for the same
period. A sliding scale of vesting applies above the 50th percentile threshold;
and
EPS performance hurdle - the Group's compound EPS growth for the
performance period must exceed 5%. A sliding scale of vesting applies above
the 5% threshold.
TSR is the total return an investor would receive over a set period of time
assuming that all distributions were reinvested in the Group’s securities. The
TSR definition takes account of both capital growth and distributions.
The EPS hurdle refers to the annual growth of earnings per security over the
total vesting periods of two, three and four years from the grant date.
What is the benchmark group?
The benchmark group comprises the ASX Small Industrials Index.
Did any of the securities vest?
During the financial year, a total of 1,202,878 performance rights reached
vesting following an independent third party assessment of the Group’s TSR
performance compared to the benchmark.
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Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) (continued)
Australian employees
Since 1 July 2009, long term incentives have been provided to certain executives under the LTIP. Under the terms of the LTIP and the
initial grant, employees may be granted performance rights, of which one third will vest two years after grant date, one third will vest
three years after grant date and one third will vest four years after grant date. The percentage of performance rights which may vest is
subject to the TSR performance of the Group relative to its peer group, which is the ASX Small Industrials Index.
During the year, the relative TSR performance of the Group was tested in accordance with the LTIP for tranches issued in 2010, 2011
and 2012 with the following results:
Tranche
T3-2010
T2-2011
T1-2012
TSR percentile
96.70
93.62
91.75
Vesting percentage
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
A total of 1,145,426 performance rights vested on 19 August 2014 and a corresponding number of stapled securities were issued to
Australian employees under the terms of the LTIP (2014: 1,234,184).
The characteristics of the LTIP indicate that, at the Ardent Leisure Group level, it is an equity settled share-based payment under AASB
2 Share-based Payment as the holders are entitled to the securities as long as they meet the LTIP’s service and performance criteria.
However, as ALL is considered to be a subsidiary of the Trust, in the financial statements of the ALL Group the LTIP is accounted for as a
cash settled share-based payment.
Fair value – Australian employees
The fair value of the performance rights granted under the LTIP is recognised in the Group financial statements as an employee
benefit expense with a corresponding increase in equity. The fair value of the performance rights is determined at grant date using a
Monte Carlo simulation valuation model and then is recognised over the vesting period during which employees become
unconditionally entitled to the underlying securities.
The fair value of the performance rights granted under the LTIP is recognised in the ALL Group financial statements as an employee
benefit expense with a corresponding increase in liabilities. The fair value of each grant of performance rights is determined at each
reporting date using a Monte Carlo simulation valuation model with the movement in fair value of the liability being recognised in the
Income Statement.
At each reporting date, the estimate of the number of performance rights that are expected to vest is revised. The employee benefit
expense recognised each financial period takes into account the most recent estimate.
US employees
Due to previous restrictions on the issue of securities to US residents, those US executives eligible for the DSTI were subject to a
shadow performance rights scheme whereby a cash payment was made instead of performance rights being granted. At the end of
each vesting period, the number of performance rights which would have vested is multiplied by the Group stapled security VWAP for
the five trading days immediately following the vesting date and an equivalent cash payment is made. Due to the nature of the
scheme, this is considered to be a cash settled share-based payment under AASB 2. A total of 57,452 cash settled performance rights
vested on 19 August 2014 to US employees under the terms of the LTIP (2014: 69,060). Following steps taken to issue equity to US
resident employees, all new performance rights issued after 1 July 2014 will be settled in equity upon vesting in future periods. As
such, these performance rights are considered to be equity settled share-based payments under AASB 2.
Fair value – US employees
The fair value of cash settled performance rights is determined at grant date and each reporting date using a Monte Carlo simulation
valuation model. This is recorded as a liability with the difference in the movement in the fair value of the financial liability recognised
in the Income Statement.
The fair value of equity settled performance rights is determined at grant date using a Monte Carlo simulation valuation model. This is
recorded as an employee benefit expense with a corresponding increase in equity.
At each reporting date, the estimate of the number of performance rights that are expected to vest is revised. The employee benefit
expense recognised each period takes into account the most recent estimate.
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(f)
Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) (continued)
Valuation inputs
For performance rights outstanding at 30 June 2015, the table below shows the fair value of the performance rights on each grant
date as well as the factors used to value the performance rights at the grant date. This valuation is used to value the equity settled
performance rights granted to employees at 30 June 2015:
Grant
Grant date
Vesting date – year 2
Vesting date – year 3
Vesting date – year 4
Average risk free rate
Expected price volatility
Expected distribution yield
Stapled security price at grant date
Valuation per performance right on issue
2011
12 September 2011
23 August 2013
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
3.49% per annum
40.0% per annum
11.0% per annum
$1.055
$0.44
2012
24 August 2012
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
31 August 2016
2.73% per annum
35.0% per annum
9.1% per annum
$1.290
$0.61
2013
23 August 2013
31 August 2015
31 August 2016
31 August 2017
2.60% per annum
32.0% per annum
6.6% per annum
$1.815
$0.76
2014
19 August 2014
31 August 2016
31 August 2017
31 August 2018
2.57% per annum
27.0% per annum
4.3% per annum
$3.00
$1.54
The table below shows the fair value of the performance rights for each grant as at 30 June 2015 as well as the factors used to value
the performance rights at 30 June 2015. This valuation is used to value the cash settled performance rights granted to employees at
30 June 2015:
Grant
Grant date
Vesting date – year 2
Vesting date – year 3
Vesting date – year 4
Average risk free rate
Expected price volatility
Expected distribution yield
Stapled security price at year end
Valuation per performance right on issue
2011
12 September 2011
23 August 2013
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
2.00% per annum
41.9% per annum
5.8% per annum
$2.17
$2.17
2012
24 August 2012
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
31 August 2016
2.00% per annum
41.9% per annum
5.8% per annum
$2.17
$1.94
2013
23 August 2013
31 August 2015
31 August 2016
31 August 2017
2.00% per annum
39.3% per annum
5.8% per annum
$2.17
$1.43
2014
19 August 2014
31 August 2016
31 August 2017
31 August 2018
2.00% per annum
36.2% per annum
5.8% per annum
$2.17
$0.58
Grants of performance rights are made annually with the grant date being the date of the issue of the offer letters to
employees. Although the grant date may vary from year to year, the testing period (subject to any hurdles) remains constant with the
vesting date being 24 hours immediately following the announcement of the Group’s full year financial results.
Performance hurdles
In order for any or all of the performance rights to vest under the LTIP, the Group's TSR and/or (for grants made after 1 July 2014) the
EPS performance hurdle must be met.
TSR
The Group’s TSR for the performance period must exceed the 50th percentile of the TSRs of the benchmark for the same period. A
sliding scale of vesting applies above the 50th percentile threshold.
TSR of the Group relative to TSRs of comparators
Below 51st percentile
51st percentile
Between 51st percentile and 75th percentile
75th percentile or higher
Proportion of performance rights vesting
0%
50%
Straight-line vesting between 50% and 100%
100%
TSR over a performance period is measured against the benchmark group securities calculated at the average closing price of
securities on the ASX for the calendar month period up to and including each of the first and last dates of the performance period.
Distributions are assumed to be reinvested at the distribution date and any franking credits (or similar) are ignored.
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Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) (continued)
Performance hurdles (continued)
EPS
The Group’s compound EPS growth for the performance period must exceed 5%. A sliding scale of vesting applies above 5%
threshold.
Compound EPS growth in the period
Below 5%
5%
Between 5% and 10%
10% or higher
The weighting between the two performance measures is split as follows:
Proportion of performance rights vesting
0%
50%
Straight-line vesting between 50% and 100%
100%
TSR – 50%; and
EPS – 50%.
Performance rights
The number of performance rights on issue and granted to the Group’s KMP is set out below:
Opening
balance
Granted as
compensation
Exercised
Lapsed
Closing
balance
Vested and
exercisable
Unvested
30 June 2015
Current executives
Craig Davidson
Richard Johnson
Charlie Keegan
Nicole Noye
Greg Oliver
Deborah Thomas
Past executives
Greg Shaw
Equity settled
Current executives
Charlie Keegan
Cash settled
-
781,332
51,487
-
251,539
-
34,104
101,412
83,883
-
44,823
-
-
(305,292)
-
-
(92,018)
-
1,464,997
2,549,355
207,873
472,095
(572,422)
(969,732)
113,489
113,489
-
-
(57,452)
(57,452)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
34,104
577,452
135,370
-
204,344
-
1,100,448
2,051,718
56,037
56,037
2,107,755
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
34,104
577,452
135,370
-
204,344
-
1,100,448
2,051,718
56,037
56,037
2,107,755
Total performance rights
2,662,844
472,095
(1,027,184)
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Additional information
Performance of the Group
Over the past five years, core earnings per security of the Group have increased by 14.0% and the market capitalisation of the
Group has increased by 213.7%. In 2010, following the internalisation of the Manager, the definition of KMP extended to include
executives of both the Manager and ALL. The table below compares the Group’s core earnings per security with total KMP
remuneration over the past five years:
Security price as at 30 June
First half year distribution per security
Distribution reinvestment price
Second half year distribution per security
Distribution reinvestment price
Number of securities on issue as at 30 June
Market capitalisation as at 30 June ($ million)
Core earnings per security (cents)
Total KMP remuneration
Investor value of a $5,000 investment as at 30 June 2010
(based upon an initial security price of $0.99)
Details of remuneration: cash bonuses and options
2015
$2.170
$0.070
$2.6389
$0.055
$2.1553
442,322,106
$959.8
12.92
$6,041,372
2014
$2.710
$0.068
N/A
$0.062
$2.6378
405,055,708
$1,097.7
14.40
$5,512,165
2013
$1.715
$0.066
N/A
$0.054
$1.6841
2012
$1.275
$0.065
$1.0073
$0.052
$1.2373
397,803,987 334,209,401
$426.1
12.91
$6,052,116
$682.2
13.14
$5,102,854
2011
$1.275
$0.065
$0.9872
$0.050
$1.2496
318,147,978
$405.6
12.54
$4,988,292
$15,556
$13,749
$8,608
$5,978
$5,391
All service and performance criteria were met by executives eligible for a bonus with respect to their performance in the 30 June 2014
financial year. These bonuses were paid during the year and the percentages forfeited are set out below. No part of the bonuses is
payable in future years. Bonuses with respect to performance within the 30 June 2015 financial year have been accrued but are
subject to approval by the Board’s Remuneration and Nomination Committee before payment.
Plan securities and performance rights granted to executives vest over varying periods of one, two, three and four years, provided the
vesting conditions are met. No plan securities or performance rights will vest if the conditions are not satisfied; hence, the minimum
value of the plan securities and performance rights yet to vest is nil.
DSTI
Under the terms of the 2012 grant, performance rights were allocated on the basis of a valuation dated 24 August 2012 and there was
no valuation difference.
Under the terms of the 2013 grant, performance rights were allocated on the basis of a valuation dated 23 August 2013 and there was
no valuation difference.
Under the terms of the 2014 grant, performance rights were allocated on the basis of a valuation dated 19 August 2014 and there was
no valuation difference.
LTIP
Under the terms of the 2011 grant, performance rights were allocated on the basis of a valuation dated 12 September 2011 and there
was no valuation difference.
Under the terms of the 2012 grant, performance rights were allocated on the basis of a valuation dated 24 August 2012 and there was
no valuation difference.
Under the terms of the 2013 grant, performance rights were allocated on the basis of a valuation dated 23 August 2013 and there was
no valuation difference.
Under the terms of the 2014 grant, performance rights were allocated on the basis of a valuation dated 19 August 2014 and there was
no valuation difference.
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Additional information (continued)
The table below sets out the number of performance rights that were granted, lapsed and vested during the financial year and that
are yet to vest. The percentage of cash STI (as listed in the table in section (c) above) that was awarded to the Group’s KMP and the
percentage that was forfeited because the executive did not meet the performance criteria is also set out below. No part of any cash
STI is payable in future years.
Year
granted Tranche
Financial years in
which performance
rights may vest
Value of
performance
rights at
grant
Number
lapsed
Value of
performance
rights at
lapse
Value of
performance
rights at
vesting
Maximum
value yet
to vest
Number
vested
Cash STI (%)
Current executives
Equity settled
Craig Davidson
LTI
2014
DSTI 2014
Total
Richard Johnson LTI
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
DSTI 2012
2013
2014
Year
Number
$
2017
2018
2019
2016
2017
11,368
11,368
11,368
13,306
13,307
19,789
17,740
14,973
38,171
36,550
60,717
127,223
2015
108,696
2015
114,521
2016
114,522
2015
2016
2017
2016
2017
2018
2017
2018
2019
2015
2015
2016
2016
2017
82,075
82,075
82,075
65,790
65,789
65,789
33,804
33,804
33,804
34,866
27,711
27,711
16,919
16,920
56,522
50,389
49,244
50,328
50,181
49,491
51,678
51,388
47,579
58,846
52,751
44,523
38,182
47,541
44,498
48,536
46,474
T1
T2
T3
T1
T2
T3
T2
T3
T1
T2
T3
T1
T2
T3
T1
T2
T3
T2
T1
T2
T1
T2
Nicole Noye
Total
Total
1,006,871
838,151
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
$
-
-
-
-
-
-
$
$ Awarded
Forfeited
92.0
8.0
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
19,789
17,740
14,973
38,171
36,550
- 127,223
- 108,696
- 114,521
326,088
343,563
-
-
94.7
5.3
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
49,244
82,075
246,225
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
34,866
27,711
104,598
83,133
50,181
49,491
51,678
51,388
47,579
58,846
52,751
44,523
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
44,498
48,536
46,474
- 367,869 1,103,607 595,189
-
-
-
-
-
-
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Additional information (continued)
Year
granted Tranche
Financial years in
which performance
rights may vest
Value of
performance
rights at
grant
Number
lapsed
Value of
performance
rights at
lapse
Number
vested
Value of
performance
rights at
vesting
Maximum
value yet to
vest
Cash STI (%)
Year
Number
$
$
$
$
Awarded
Forfeited
Greg Oliver
LTI
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
DSTI 2012
2013
2014
Total
Total
Deborah
Thomas
Charlie Keegan LTI
2013
2014
DSTI 2013
2014
Cash settled
Charlie Keegan LTI
2010
2011
2012
DSTI 2012
Total
T3
T2
T3
T1
T2
T3
T1
T2
T3
T1
T2
T3
T2
T1
T2
T1
T2
T1
T2
T3
T1
T2
T3
T1
T2
T1
T2
T3
T2
T3
T1
T2
T3
T2
2015
2015
2016
2015
2016
2017
2016
2017
2018
2017
2018
2019
2015
2015
2016
2016
2017
2016
2017
2018
2017
2018
2019
2015
2016
2016
2017
2015
2015
2016
2015
2016
2017
2015
29,620
34,356
34,357
28,042
28,042
28,043
23,027
23,026
23,026
14,941
14,941
14,941
43,304
35,937
35,936
24,377
24,378
15,402
15,117
14,774
17,195
17,145
16,910
18,088
17,986
16,652
26,009
23,315
19,679
47,422
61,654
57,706
69,930
66,959
460,294
521,943
-
17,163
17,162
17,162
27,961
27,961
27,961
36,497
36,496
23,653
23,653
18,454
21,960
21,960
17,038
17,038
17,039
41,654
-
13,482
13,405
12,412
48,675
43,633
36,827
62,614
58,605
67,853
64,968
9,596
9,662
9,443
10,448
10,417
10,275
45,615
410,812
527,930
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
29,620
34,356
-
88,860
103,068
-
-
-
14,774
28,042
84,126
-
93.2
6.8
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
43,304
35,937
129,912
107,811
17,145
16,910
18,088
17,986
16,652
26,009
23,315
19,679
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
57,706
69,930
66,959
-
98.0
-
2.0
- 171,259
513,777 365,153
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
13,482
13,405
12,412
48,675
43,633
36,827
36,497
109,491
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
58,605
67,853
64,968
18,454
21,960
-
55,362
65,880
-
-
-
9,443
17,038
51,114
-
-
-
-
-
10,417
10,275
41,654
124,962
-
- 135,603
406,809 389,995
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(g)
Additional information (continued)
Year
granted Tranche
Financial years in
which performance
rights may vest
Value of
performance
rights at
grant
Number
lapsed
Value of
performance
rights at
lapse
Number
vested
Value of
performance
rights at
vesting
Maximum
value yet to
vest
Cash STI (%)
Year
Number
$
$
$
$ Awarded
Forfeited
Past executives
Greg Shaw
LTI
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
DSTI 2012
2013
2014
T3
T2
T3
T1
T2
T3
T1
T2
T3
T1
T2
T3
T2
T1
T2
T1
T2
2015
2015
2016
2015
2016
2017
2016
2017
2018
2017
2018
2019
2015
2015
2016
2016
2017
203,804
214,727
214,728
153,890
153,890
153,891
123,356
123,355
123,355
69,291
69,291
69,291
61,288
50,377
50,376
29,963
29,963
105,978
94,480
92,333
94,365
94,088
92,796
96,896
96,353
89,210
120,622
108,129
91,263
67,116
86,427
80,894
85,955
82,299
Total
1,894,836 1,579,204
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
- 203,804
- 214,727
-
-
611,412
644,181
-
-
-
92,333
- 153,890
461,670
-
89.6
10.4
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
94,088
92,796
96,896
96,353
89,210
120,622
108,129
91,263
61,288
50,377
50,376
29,963
29,963
183,864
151,131
104,278
62,023
62,023
-
-
-
-
-
- 794,388
2,280,582 881,690
Directors’ interests in securities
Changes to Directors’ interests in stapled securities during the period are set out below:
Neil Balnaves AO
Roger Davis
Don Morris AO
Deborah Thomas
George Venardos
Opening
balance
2,439,062
150,275
-
6,000
112,636
2,707,973
Acquired
362,448
50,383
13,950
14,331
85,417
526,529
Acquired under
the Group's
equity plans
-
-
-
-
-
-
Disposed
Closing balance
-
-
-
-
-
-
2,801,510
200,658
13,950
20,331
198,053
3,234,502
KMP interests in securities
Changes to the interests of other KMP in stapled securities during the period are set out below:
Craig Davidson
Richard Johnson
Charlie Keegan
Nicole Noye
Greg Oliver
Opening
balance
-
516,622
-
-
294,709
811,331
Acquired under
the Group's
equity plans
-
367,869
36,497
-
171,259
575,625
Acquired
-
6,224
-
2,500
17,154
25,878
Disposed
Closing balance
-
(790,715)
-
-
-
(790,715)
-
100,000
36,497
2,500
483,122
622,119
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(g)
Additional information (continued)
Loans and other transactions with KMP
There were no loans made to KMP during the financial year, as disclosed in Note 36(e) to the financial statements. Refer to Note 36(f)
to the financial statements for details of other transactions with KMP during the financial year.
Corporations Amendment (Improving Accountability on Director and Executive Remuneration) Act 2011
On 1 July 2011, the Corporations Amendment (Improving Accountability on Director and Executive Remuneration) Act 2011 came
into force. The new legislative requirements under the Corporations Act 2001 in relation to remuneration votes and the “two strikes”
rule operate such that a company receiving a 25% or more “NO” vote against its remuneration report resolution at the Annual General
Meeting (AGM) in two consecutive years will be required to put a spill resolution to the meeting whereby investors can vote to hold a
further meeting where all board directors will be subject to re-election.
In addition, KMP and their closely related parties are prohibited from voting on the adoption of the remuneration report and any other
remuneration related resolutions at the AGM. In order to ensure that KMP and their closely related parties do not exercise their votes,
the Group issued an instruction to them prior to the AGM and instructed the security registrars to apply appropriate voting exclusions.
At the AGM held on 31 October 2014, the following votes were cast on the adoption of the 2014 Remuneration Report:
Adoption of the Remuneration Report
12.
Non-audit services
Votes for
97.53%
Votes against
1.78%
Votes abstain
0.69%
The Group may decide to employ the auditor on assignments additional to their statutory audit duties where the auditor’s expertise
and experience with the Group are important.
Details of the amounts paid to the auditor (PricewaterhouseCoopers) for audit and non-audit services provided during the year are
disclosed in Note 9 to the financial statements.
The Directors have considered the position and, in accordance with the recommendation received from the Audit and Risk
Committee, are satisfied that the provision of the non-audit services is compatible with the general standard of independence for
auditors imposed by the Corporations Act 2001. The Directors are satisfied that the provision of non-audit services by the auditor, as
set out in Note 9 to the financial statements, did not compromise the auditor independence requirements of the Corporations Act
2001 for the following reasons:
All non-audit services have been reviewed by the Audit and Risk Committee to ensure that they do not impact the integrity and
objectivity of the auditor; and
None of the services undermines the general principles relating to auditor independence as set out in Accounting Professional
and Ethical Standards Board APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants.
13.
Auditor’s independence declaration
A copy of the auditor’s independence declaration as required under sect-ion 307C of the Corporations Act 2001 is set out on page 35.
14.
Events occurring after reporting date
Subsequent to 30 June 2015, a distribution of 5.5 cents per stapled security has been declared by the Board of Directors. The total
distribution amount of $24.3 million will be paid on or before 31 August 2015 in respect of the half year ended 30 June 2015.
Effective 11 August 2015, the Group completed refinancing of its syndicated loan facilities. This has resulted in an increase in the
available USD facilities to US$280.0 million (30 June 2015: US$160.0 million) and an extended tenure maturing in equal tranches of
three, four and five years respectively. Australian dollar facilities remain at $200.0 million (30 June 2015: $200.0 million) however have
been similarly extended to mature in equal tranches of three, four and five years respectively.
Since the end of the financial year, the Directors of the Manager and ALL are not aware of any other matters or circumstances not
otherwise dealt with in this report or the financial report that has significantly affected or may significantly affect the operations of the
Group, the results of those operations or the state of affairs of the Group in financial years subsequent to the year ended 30 June 2015.
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Likely developments and expected results of operations
The financial statements have been prepared on the basis of the current known market conditions. The extent to which any potential
deterioration in either the capital or physical property markets may have on the future results of the Group is unknown. Such results
could include the potential to influence property market valuations, the ability of borrowers, including the Group, to raise or refinance
debt, and the cost of such debt and the ability to raise equity.
At the date of this report, and to the best of the Directors’ knowledge and belief, there are no other anticipated changes in the
operations of the Group which would have a material impact on the future results of the Group.
16.
Indemnification and insurance of officers and auditor
Manager
No insurance premiums are paid for out of the assets of the Trust for insurance provided to either the officers of the Manager or the
auditor of the Trust. So long as the officers of the Manager act in accordance with the Trust Constitution and the Corporations Act
2001, the officers remain indemnified out of the assets of the Trust against losses incurred while acting on behalf of the Trust. The
auditor of the Trust is in no way indemnified out of the assets of the Trust.
ALL
Under ALL’s Constitution, ALL indemnifies:
All past and present officers of ALL, and persons concerned in or taking part in the management of ALL, against all liabilities incurred
by them in their respective capacities in successfully defending proceedings against them; and
All past and present officers of ALL against liabilities incurred by them, in their respective capacities as an officer of ALL, to other
persons (other than ALL or its related parties), unless the liability arises out of conduct involving a lack of good faith.
During the reporting period, ALL had in place a policy of insurance covering the Directors and officers against liabilities arising as a
result of work performed in their capacity as Directors and officers of ALL. Disclosure of the premiums paid for the insurance policy is
prohibited under the terms of the insurance policy.
17.
Fees paid to and interests held in the Trust by the Manager or its associates
The interests in the Trust held by the Manager or its related entities as at 30 June 2015 and fees paid to its related entities during the
financial year are disclosed in Notes 7 and 36 to the financial statements.
18.
Environmental regulations
The Group is subject to significant environmental regulation in respect of its operating activities. During the financial year, the Group’s
major businesses were subject to environmental legislation in respect of its operating activities as set out below:
(a)
Dreamworld
Dreamworld and WhiteWater World theme parks are subject to various legislative requirements in respect of environmental impacts
of their operating activities. The Queensland Environmental Protection Act 1994 regulates all activities where a contaminant may be
released into the environment and/or there is a potential for environmental harm or nuisance. In accordance with Schedule 1 of the
Environmental Protection Regulation 1998, Dreamworld holds licences or approvals for the operation of a helipad, motor vehicle
workshop and train-shed and storage and use of flammable/combustible goods. During the year, Dreamworld and WhiteWater World
complied with all requirements of the Act.
The environment committee meets on a bi-monthly basis to pursue environmental projects and improve environmental
performance. An energy conservation program was rolled out throughout the organisation. A mobile phone recycling program
continued throughout the park as well as other local organisations. Proceeds from the program have also been raised to improve
wildlife protection in parts of Africa where mobile phone components are sourced from. A range of existing recycling programs
continue to operate effectively, including glass, plastic, waste metals, paper, waste oils and cardboard. A water efficiency management
plan continues to operate effectively, with a net reduction of consumption over the past nine years. Staff also carried out voluntary
programs aimed at the humane treatment of pests, removal of noxious weeds and other sustainability initiatives. These initiatives
were additionally integrated into existing staff training programs to further strengthen environmental culture within the organisation.
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(a)
Environmental regulations (continued)
Dreamworld (continued)
Dreamworld’s noise conservation program ensures that noise emissions emanating from park activities do not contravene State
regulations or adversely impact surrounding neighbours. Local government regulations for the staging of night time events and
functions were complied with at all times.
Dreamworld’s Life Sciences department is subject to the Quarantine Act 1908. In accordance with the Australian Quarantine
Regulations, Dreamworld holds an approved post-arrival facilities licence and an approved zoo permit. In accordance with the Nature
Conservation Act 1992 and the Nature Conservation Regulation 1994, Dreamworld holds a “Wildlife Exhibitors Licence” and in
accordance with Land Protection (Pest and Stock Route Management) Regulation 2003, Dreamworld holds a "Declared Pest Permit".
All licences and permits remain current and Dreamworld has complied fully with the requirements of each.
There are two water licences for the Dreamworld/WhiteWater World property. These relate to water conservation and irrigation. There
have been no issues or events of non-compliance recorded by management or the regulatory authorities regarding water use.
(b)
d’Albora Marinas
Schedule 1 Environment Protection Licences are held for all five NSW marinas in the portfolio in accordance with the Protection of the
Environment Operations Act 1997 (NSW). There are no specific environmental licence requirements in Victoria relating to the Pier 35
or Victoria Harbour marinas.
In July 2002, the NSW Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) was notified of long term historic groundwater contamination at the
Rushcutters Bay marina, and the plan to manage the contamination. d’Albora Marinas has been working in consultation with the EPA
to rectify the site contamination. The costs to rectify the site are not considered material to the Group.
(c)
Bowling centres - Australia
Bowling centres are subject to environmental regulations concerning their food facilities. This is primarily trade waste and grease
traps. The Group has adequate management systems and the correct licence requirements in place concerning the disposal of such
waste in accordance with each State or Territory’s legislation. Cooking oil is replaced and disposed of by external organisations at all
locations.
All hazardous substances are disposed of according to manufacturers’ and EPA regulations. A register of all hazardous substances and
dangerous goods is located at centre level.
Lane cleaning and maintenance products are largely water-based products, excluding approach cleaner, which is a solvent-based
product. This product is disposed of in accordance with each State and Territory’s EPA requirements.
Noise is adequately monitored for both internal and external environmental breaches. Noise emissions fall within acceptable levels for
both residential and industrial areas and all EPA requirements. No complaints have been received since acquisition of the business.
(d)
Bowling centres – New Zealand
There are no specific requirements relating to the New Zealand centres that are not reflected in the above statement.
(e)
Family entertainment centres – United States of America
Main Event is subject to various Federal, State and local environmental requirements with respect to development of new centres in
the United States of America. At a Federal level, the Environmental Protection Agency is responsible for setting national standards for
a variety of environmental programs, and delegates to states the responsibility for issuing permits and for monitoring and enforcing
compliance.
A prerequisite for any building permit for new centre construction is full compliance with all city and State planning and zoning
ordinances. A building permit, depending on locality, may require soils reports, site line studies, storm water and irrigation regulation
compliance, asbestos free reports, refuse and grease storage permits, health and food safety permits, and complete Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) documentation.
With respect to operating activities at Main Event, the OSHA requires that MSDS be available to all Main Event employees for
explaining potentially harmful chemical substances handled in the workplace under the hazard communication regulation. The
MSDS is also required to be made available to local fire departments and local and State emergency planning officials under section
311 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act.
At this time, there are no known issues of non-compliance with any environmental regulation at Main Event.
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Environmental regulations (continued)
Goodlife Health Clubs
Goodlife is subject to environmental regulations across the business and has initiatives in place to meet all areas of environmental
compliance.
Water conservation is a high priority and management has implemented a range of strategies to meet current water regulations as
per each State’s regulations. A recycling program has been implemented across the business, assisting with reduction of waste
products and meeting environmental standards.
Hazardous substances and dangerous goods are strictly monitored in the business and, where possible, non-hazardous chemicals are
used. All hazardous chemicals and dangerous goods are disposed as per current regulations. All clubs hold site specific chemical
registers with safe work methods.
Noise emissions do not contravene State regulations or impact on surrounding business or neighbourhoods.
(g)
Greenhouse gas and energy data reporting requirements
The Group is subject to the reporting requirements of both the Energy Efficiency Opportunities Act 2006 and the National Greenhouse
and Energy Reporting Act 2007.
The Energy Efficiency Opportunities Act 2006 requires the Group to assess its energy usage, including the identification, investigation
and evaluation of energy saving opportunities, and to report publicly on the assessments undertaken, including what action the
Group intends to take as a result. The Group continues to meet its obligations under this Act.
The National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act 2007 requires the Group to report its annual greenhouse gas emissions and
energy use. The Group has implemented systems and processes for the collection and calculation of the data required. The Group
submitted its 2013/2014 emissions report under the Act in October 2014.
The Group is not subject to any other significant environmental regulations and there are adequate systems in place to manage its
environmental responsibilities.
19.
Rounding of amounts to the nearest thousand dollars
The Group is a registered scheme of a kind referred to in Class Order 98/100 (as amended) issued by the Australian Securities and
Investments Commission relating to the “rounding off” of amounts in the Directors’ report and financial report. Amounts in the
Directors’ report and financial report have been rounded to the nearest thousand dollars in accordance with that Class Order, unless
otherwise indicated.
This report is made in accordance with a resolution of the Boards of Directors of Ardent Leisure Management Limited and Ardent
Leisure Limited.
Neil Balnaves AO
Chairman
Sydney
18 August 2015
Deborah Thomas
Managing Director
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Auditor’s Independence Declaration
As lead auditor for the audit of Ardent Leisure Group for the year ended 30 June 2015, I declare that to
the best of my knowledge and belief, there have been:
a) no contraventions of the auditor independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 in
relation to the audit; and
b) no contraventions of any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit.
This declaration is in respect of Ardent Leisure Group, which includes Ardent Leisure Trust and
Ardent Leisure Limited and the entities they controlled during the period.
Timothy J Allman
Partner
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Brisbane
18 August 2015
PricewaterhouseCoopers, ABN 52 780 433 757
Riverside Centre, 123 Eagle Street, BRISBANE QLD 4000, GPO Box 150, BRISBANE QLD 4001
T: +61 7 3257 5000, F: +61 7 3257 5999, www.pwc.com.au
Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.
For personal use only Income Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
Income Statements
Income
Revenue from operating activities
Management fee income
Valuation gains - property, plant and equipment
Net gain from derivative financial instruments
Interest income
Gain on sale and leaseback of family entertainment centres
Total income
Expenses
Purchases of finished goods
Salary and employee benefits
Borrowing costs
Property expenses
Depreciation and amortisation
Loss on closure of bowling centres
Loss on disposal of assets
Advertising and promotions
Repairs and maintenance
Pre-opening expenses
Business acquisition costs
Impairment of property, plant and equipment
Impairment of goodwill
Net loss from derivative financial instruments
Valuation loss - investment properties
Other expenses
Total expenses
Profit before tax expense
Withholding tax (income)/expense
US State tax expense
Income tax expense
Profit for the year
Attributable to:
Stapled security holders
Profit for the year
Note
3
7(b)
6
4
5
6
8
10
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
594,603
-
-
552
121
6,959
499,703
-
8,590
-
211
379
594,603
1,200
-
-
77
6,959
499,703
1,200
-
-
99
379
602,235
508,883
602,839
501,381
58,756
224,843
11,333
99,029
54,878
104
523
20,771
26,823
6,521
1,938
2,646
141
-
501
54,359
46,550
185,191
11,330
79,539
42,043
1,579
453
18,997
22,222
2,579
277
-
-
613
-
45,632
58,756
225,678
11,731
149,865
31,775
-
376
20,771
26,823
6,521
1,938
1,009
141
-
-
53,436
46,550
189,397
8,766
138,302
21,007
-
460
18,997
22,222
2,579
277
-
-
-
-
45,141
563,166
457,005
588,820
493,698
39,069
51,878
14,019
(182)
1,463
5,666
32,122
159
724
1,993
49,002
32,122
32,122
49,002
49,002
-
1,463
5,694
6,862
6,862
6,862
7,683
-
724
1,903
5,056
5,056
5,056
1.25
1.24
-
-
The above Income Statements should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
Basic earnings per security/share (cents)
Diluted earnings per security/share (cents)
Dividend/distribution in respect of the year ended 30 June
Dividend/distribution per security in respect of the year
ended 30 June (cents)
11
11
12
12
7.38
7.35
12.13
12.05
1.58
1.57
55,035
52,657
13,160
12.50
13.00
3.00
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Statements of Comprehensive Income
for the year ended 30 June 2015
Statements of Comprehensive Income
Profit for the year
Other comprehensive income
Items that may be reclassified to profit and loss
Cash flow hedges
Foreign exchange translation difference
Income tax relating to these items
Items that will not be reclassified to profit and loss
Gain on revaluation of property, plant and equipment
Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax
Total comprehensive income for the year, net of tax
Attributable to:
Stapled security holders
Total comprehensive income for the year, net of tax
Note
30
30
30
30
ALL Group
2015
ALL Group
2014
Consolidated
Group
2015
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
$’000
32,122
49,002
(958)
3,623
24
434
391
11
$’000
6,862
(75)
6,916
24
7,541
10,230
42,352
6,866
7,702
56,704
-
6,865
13,727
$’000
5,056
(30)
(942)
11
-
(961)
4,095
42,352
42,352
56,704
56,704
13,727
13,727
4,095
4,095
The above Statements of Comprehensive Income should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
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Balance Sheets
as at 30 June 2015
Balance Sheets
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Receivables
Derivative financial instruments
Inventories
Current tax receivables
Property held for sale
Other
Total current assets
Non-current assets
Investment properties
Property, plant and equipment
Derivative financial instruments
Livestock
Intangible assets
Deferred tax assets
Total non-current assets
Total assets
Current liabilities
Payables
Derivative financial instruments
Interest bearing liabilities
Current tax liabilities
Provisions
Other
Total current liabilities
Non-current liabilities
Derivative financial instruments
Interest bearing liabilities
Provisions
Deferred tax liabilities
Total non-current liabilities
Total liabilities
Net assets
Equity
Contributed equity
Reserves
Retained profits/(accumulated losses)
Total equity attributable to stapled security holders
Non-controlling interests
Total equity
Note
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
33
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
14
20
21
22
23
14
24
25
26
14
24
25
27
28
30
31
4,986
10,856
263
11,372
1,740
-
10,736
39,953
99,326
609,682
114
245
242,944
4,243
956,554
996,507
91,323
98
-
1,291
3,236
2,694
98,642
2,133
278,618
15,769
21,863
318,383
417,025
579,482
605,181
(30,691)
4,992
579,482
-
579,482
7,079
7,416
-
9,378
-
10,650
8,937
43,460
95,870
510,162
-
300
201,237
1,978
809,547
853,007
69,065
459
61
376
3,272
2,155
75,388
1,004
260,211
1,625
9,277
272,117
347,505
505,502
513,912
(45,918)
37,508
505,502
-
505,502
4,685
13,210
-
11,372
1,740
-
7,026
38,033
-
213,600
-
245
242,944
4,243
461,032
499,065
76,287
-
-
1,291
3,236
2,694
83,508
129
237,006
5,552
21,863
264,550
348,058
151,007
155,262
7,638
(11,893)
151,007
-
151,007
6,197
7,762
-
9,378
-
10,650
5,438
39,425
-
123,463
-
300
201,237
1,978
326,978
366,403
60,287
-
61
376
3,272
2,155
66,151
48
204,826
1,625
9,277
215,776
281,927
84,476
16,309
(1,537)
(1,655)
13,117
71,359
84,476
The above Balance Sheets should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
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Statements of Changes in Equity
for the year ended 30 June 2015
Statements of Changes in Equity
Note
Contributed
equity
Reserves
Retained
profits/
(accumulated
losses)
Non-
controlling
interests
$’000
$’000
$’000
$’000
Consolidated Group
Total equity at 1 July 2013
Profit for the year
Other comprehensive income
Total comprehensive income for the year
Transactions with owners in their capacity as owners:
Security-based payments
Contributions of equity, net of issue costs
Security-based payments - securities/shares issued
Distributions paid and payable
Reserve transfers
Total equity at 30 June 2014
Profit for the year
Other comprehensive income
Total comprehensive income for the year
Transactions with owners in their capacity as owners:
Security-based payments
Contributions of equity, net of issue costs
Security-based payments - securities/shares issued
Distributions paid and payable
Reserve transfers
501,416
(45,817)
-
-
-
-
7,702
7,702
-
8,915
3,581
-
-
513,912
-
-
-
-
85,786
5,483
-
-
(1,963)
-
-
-
(5,840)
(45,918)
-
10,230
10,230
(3,821)
-
-
-
8,818
30
28
28
31
30, 31
30
28
28
31
30, 31
Total equity at 30 June 2015
605,181
(30,691)
31,691
49,002
-
49,002
-
-
-
(49,025)
5,840
37,508
32,122
-
32,122
-
-
-
(55,820)
(8,818)
4,992
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Total
$’000
487,290
49,002
7,702
56,704
(1,963)
8,915
3,581
(49,025)
-
505,502
32,122
10,230
42,352
(3,821)
85,786
5,483
(55,820)
-
579,482
ALL Group
Total equity at 1 July 2013
Profit for the year
Other comprehensive income
Total comprehensive income for the year
Transactions with owners in their capacity as owners:
Contributions of equity, net of issue costs
Security-based payments - securities/shares issued
Dividends paid and payable
Total equity at 30 June 2014
Profit for the year
Other comprehensive income
Total comprehensive income for the year
Transactions with owners in their capacity as owners:
Contributions of equity, net of issue costs
Security-based payments - securities/shares issued
Capital reallocation
Reserve transfers
Repayment of non-controlling interests
Dividends paid and payable
Total equity at 30 June 2015
14,202
-
-
-
1,503
604
-
16,309
-
-
-
15,189
937
122,827
-
-
-
155,262
(576)
-
(961)
(961)
-
-
-
(1,537)
-
6,865
6,865
-
-
-
2,310
-
-
7,638
(2,837)
71,359
82,148
5,056
-
5,056
-
-
(3,874)
(1,655)
6,862
-
6,862
-
-
-
(2,310)
-
(14,790)
(11,893)
-
-
-
-
-
-
71,359
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(71,359)
-
-
5,056
(961)
4,095
1,503
604
(3,874)
84,476
6,862
6,865
13,727
15,189
937
122,827
-
(71,359)
(14,790)
151,007
28
28
31
28
28
28
30, 31
31
The above Statements of Changes in Equity should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
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Statements of Cash Flows
for the year ended 30 June 2015
Statements of Cash Flows
Cash flows from operating activities
Receipts from customers
Payments to suppliers and employees
Property expenses paid
Interest received
Rent payments to the Trust
Receipts of funds for property costs from the Trust
US withholding tax paid
Income tax paid
Net cash flows from operating activities
34(a)
Cash flows from investing activities
Payments for property, plant and equipment and other
intangibles
Purchase of assets for the Trust
Receipt of funds for assets purchased on behalf of the Trust
Proceeds from sale of plant and equipment
Proceeds from sale of land and buildings
Payments for purchase of businesses, net of cash acquired
Net cash flows from investing activities
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from borrowings
Repayments of borrowings
Borrowing costs
Proceeds from issue of stapled securities
Costs of issue of stapled securities
Dividends paid to the Trust
Proceeds from loans from the Trust
Repayments of borrowings to the Trust
Repayments of principal on finance leases
Distributions paid to stapled security holders
Net cash flows from financing activities
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
Cash at the end of the year
33
Note
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
650,383
(436,132)
(96,189)
121
-
-
(140)
(2,691)
115,352
(133,965)
-
-
628
41,719
(33,322)
(124,940)
2,084,223
(2,095,274)
(10,937)
70,000
(993)
-
-
-
(61)
(39,041)
7,917
(1,671)
7,079
(422)
4,986
549,659
(367,238)
(79,704)
211
-
-
(143)
(5,317)
97,468
651,136
(433,864)
(92,330)
77
(115,766)
58,922
-
(2,691)
65,484
(86,337)
-
-
226
10,278
(11,736)
(87,569)
(115,862)
(19,108)
18,387
270
41,719
(31,195)
(105,789)
1,925,688
(1,890,351)
(10,870)
-
(3)
-
-
-
(249)
(40,107)
(15,892)
(5,993)
12,953
119
7,079
984,102
(978,076)
(11,797)
11,698
(167)
(1,630)
125,104
(76,839)
(61)
(13,160)
39,174
(1,131)
6,197
(381)
4,685
550,257
(369,765)
(76,501)
99
(111,296)
50,464
-
(5,317)
37,941
(72,317)
(14,516)
16,100
102
10,278
(10,145)
(70,498)
726,852
(699,738)
(8,600)
-
(1)
(3,874)
94,288
(82,520)
(249)
-
26,158
(6,399)
12,481
115
6,197
The above Statements of Cash Flows should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
Notes to the financial statements
1.
Summary of significant accounting policies
Ardent Leisure Group (Group or Consolidated Group) is a ‘stapled’ entity comprising of Ardent Leisure Trust (Trust) and its controlled
entities, and Ardent Leisure Limited (ALL or Company) and its controlled entities. The units in the Trust are stapled to shares in the
Company. The stapled securities cannot be traded or dealt with separately. The stapled securities of the Group are listed on the
Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).
The significant policies which have been adopted in the preparation of these consolidated financial statements for the year ended 30
June 2015 are set out below. These policies have been consistently applied to the years presented, unless otherwise stated.
(a)
Basis of preparation
As permitted by Class Order 05/642, issued by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), this financial report is a
combined report that presents the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes of both the Ardent Leisure Group and
the Ardent Leisure Limited Group (ALL Group).
The financial report of Ardent Leisure Group comprises the consolidated financial report of Ardent Leisure Trust and its controlled
entities, including Ardent Leisure Limited and its controlled entities.
The financial report of Ardent Leisure Limited Group comprises the consolidated financial report of Ardent Leisure Limited and its
controlled entities.
These general purpose financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Trust Constitution,
Australian Accounting Standards and Interpretations issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board, and the Corporations Act
2001.
Ardent Leisure Group is a for-profit entity for the purposes of preparing financial statements.
These consolidated financial statements have been presented in accordance with ASIC Class Order 13/1050 as amended by ASIC Class
Order 13/1644. These Class Orders allow the presentation of consolidated financial statements covering all the entities in a stapled
group. There are no non-controlling interests that are attributable to the stapled security holders.
Compliance with IFRS as issued by the IASB
Compliance with Australian Accounting Standards ensures that the financial statements comply with International Financial Reporting
Standards (IFRS) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). Consequently, these financial statements have also
been prepared in accordance with and comply with IFRS as issued by the IASB.
New and amended standards adopted by the Group
The Group has applied the following new and amended standards for first time for the annual reporting period commencing 1 July
2014:
AASB 2014-1 Part A – Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Annual Improvements 2010-2012 and 2011-2013 Cycles
(containing amendments to AASB 2, AASB 3, AASB 8, AASB 13, AASB 116, AASB 124, AASB 138 and AASB 140);
AASB 2014-1 Part B – Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Defined Benefit Plans: Employee Contributions;
AASB 2014-2 Amendments to AASB 1053 – Transition to and between Tiers, and related Tier 2 Disclosure Requirements; and
AASB 2013-4 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards - Novation of Derivatives and Continuation of Hedge Accounting.
The adoption of AASB 2014 amendments has had an impact on disclosures only and there has been no further impact to the financial
statements as a result of the new or amended accounting standards.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
1.
(a)
Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Basis of preparation (continued)
Historical cost convention
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, as modified by the revaluation of investment
properties, property, plant and equipment and derivative financial instruments held at fair value.
Critical accounting estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with Australian Accounting Standards may require the use of certain critical
accounting estimates and management to exercise its judgement in the process of applying the Group’s accounting policies. Other
than the estimation of fair values described in Notes 1(f), 1(g), 1(j), 1(m), 1(p), 1(s)(v), 1(s)(vi), 1(ab) and 1(ac) and assumptions related to
deferred tax assets and liabilities, impairment testing of goodwill and Director valuations for some property, plant and equipment and
investment properties, no key assumptions concerning the future, or other estimation of uncertainty at the reporting date, have a
significant risk of causing material adjustments to the financial statements in the next annual reporting period.
Deficiency of current assets
As at 30 June 2015, the Group and ALL Group had deficiencies of current assets of $58.7 million (2014: $31.9 million) and $45.5 million
(2014: $26.7 million) respectively. Due to the nature of the business, the majority of sales are for cash whereas purchases are on credit
resulting in a negative working capital position. Surplus cash is used to repay external loans, resulting in a deficiency of current assets
at 30 June 2015. The Group has $128.6 million (2014: $65.7 million) of unused loan capacity at 30 June 2015 which can be drawn on as
required. The ALL Group has $171.0 million (2014: $256.8 million) of unused capacity in its bank loans and its loans with the Trust
which can be utilised to fund any deficiency in its net current assets. Refer to Note 24.
(b)
Principles of consolidation
As the Trust is deemed to be the parent entity under Australian Accounting Standards, a consolidated financial report has been
prepared for the Group as well as a consolidated financial report for the ALL Group. The consolidated financial report of the Group
combines the financial report for the Trust and ALL Group for the year. Transactions between the entities have been eliminated in the
consolidated financial reports of the Group and ALL Group. Accounting for the Group is carried out in accordance with Australian
Accounting Standards.
Controlled entities are all those entities (including special purpose entities) over which the Group has the power to govern the
financial and operating policies, generally accompanying an equity holding of more than one half of the voting rights. The existence
and effect of potential voting rights that are currently exercisable or convertible are considered when assessing whether the Group
controls another entity.
Controlled entities are fully consolidated from the date on which control is transferred to the Group. They are deconsolidated from the
date that control ceases.
The acquisition method of accounting is used to account for the acquisition of controlled entities by the Group (refer to Note 1(ac)).
The Group treats transactions with non-controlling interests that do not result in a loss of control as transactions with equity owners of
the Group. A change in ownership interest results in an adjustment between the carrying amounts of the controlling and non-
controlling interests to reflect their relative interests in the subsidiary. Any difference between the amount of the adjustment to non-
controlling interests and any consideration paid or received is recognised in a separate reserve within equity attributable to owners of
Ardent Leisure Group.
When the Group ceases to have control, joint control or significant influence, any retained interest in the entity is remeasured to its fair
value with the change in carrying amount recognised in profit or loss. The fair value is the initial carrying amount for the purposes of
subsequently accounting for the retained interest as an associate, jointly controlled entity or financial asset. In addition, any amounts
previously recognised in other comprehensive income in respect of that entity are accounted for as if the Group had directly disposed
of the related assets or liabilities. This may mean that amounts previously recognised in other comprehensive income are reclassified
to profit or loss.
If the ownership interest in an associate or a jointly controlled entity is reduced but joint control or significant influence is retained,
only a proportionate share of the amounts previously recognised in other comprehensive income are reclassified to profit or loss
where appropriate.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
1.
(b)
Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Principles of consolidation (continued)
The Group applies a policy of treating transactions with non-controlling interests as transactions with parties external to the Group.
Disposals to non-controlling interests result in gains and losses for the Group that are recorded in the Income Statement. Purchases
from non-controlling interests result in goodwill, being the difference between any consideration paid and the relevant share
acquired of the carrying value of identifiable net assets of the subsidiary.
Inter-entity transactions, balances and unrealised gains on transactions between Group entities are eliminated. Unrealised losses are
also eliminated unless the transaction provides evidence of the impairment of the asset transferred. Accounting policies of
subsidiaries have been changed where necessary to ensure consistency with the policies adopted by the Group.
A business segment is a group of assets and operations engaged in providing products or services that are subject to risks and returns
that are different to those of other business segments.
(c)
Cash and cash equivalents
For Statement of Cash Flows presentation purposes, cash and cash equivalents includes cash on hand, deposits held at call with
financial institutions, other short term, highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less that are readily
convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value, and bank overdrafts.
(d)
Receivables
Trade receivables are initially recognised at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate
method less provision for doubtful debts. They are presented as current assets unless collection is not expected for more than 12
months after the reporting date. The collectability of debts is reviewed on an ongoing basis. Debts which are known to be
uncollectible are written off in the period in which they are identified. A provision for doubtful debts is raised where there is objective
evidence that the Group will not collect all amounts due. The amount of the provision is the difference between the carrying amount
and estimated future cash flows. Cash flows relating to current receivables are not discounted.
The amount of any impairment loss is recognised in the Income Statement within other expenses. When a trade receivable for which
a provision has been recognised becomes uncollectible in a subsequent period, it is written off against the provision. Subsequent
recoveries of amounts previously written off are credited against other expenses in the Income Statement.
(e)
Inventories
Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Cost of goods held for resale is determined by weighted average
cost. Cost of catering stores (which by nature are perishable) and other inventories is determined by purchase price.
(f)
Investment properties
Investment properties comprise investment interests in land and buildings (including integral plant and equipment) held for the
purposes of letting to produce rental income.
Initially, investment properties are measured at cost including transaction costs. Subsequent to initial recognition, the investment
properties are then stated at fair value. Gains and losses arising from changes in the fair values of investment properties are included
in the Income Statement in the period in which they arise.
At each reporting date, the fair values of the investment properties are assessed by the Manager by reference to independent
valuation reports or through appropriate valuation techniques adopted by the Manager. Fair value is determined assuming a long
term property investment. Specific circumstances of the owner are not taken into account.
The use of independent valuers is on a progressive basis over a three year period, or earlier, where the Manager believes there may be
a material change in the carrying value of the property.
Where an independent valuation is obtained, the valuer considers the valuation under both the discounted cash flow (DCF) method
and the income capitalisation method, with the adopted value generally being a mid-point of the valuations determined under these
methods.
Under the DCF method, a property’s fair value is estimated using the explicit assumptions regarding the benefits and liabilities of
ownership over the asset’s life. The DCF method involves the projection of a series of cash flows on the property. To this projected
cash flow series, an appropriate, market-derived discount rate is applied to establish the present value of the income stream
associated with the property.
Under the income capitalisation method, the total income receivable from the property is assessed and this is capitalised in perpetuity
to derive a capital value, with allowances for capital expenditure required.
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Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Investment properties (continued)
Where an independent valuation is not obtained, factors taken into account where appropriate, by the Directors in determining fair
value may include:
assuming a willing buyer and a willing seller, without duress and an appropriate time to market the property to maximise price;
information obtained from valuers, sales and leasing agents, market research reports, vendors and potential purchasers;
capitalisation rates used to value the asset, market rental levels and lease expiries;
changes in interest rates;
asset replacement values;
discounted cash flow models;
available sales evidence; and
comparisons to valuation professionals performing valuation assignments across the market.
As the fair value method has been adopted for investment properties, the buildings and any component thereof are not depreciated.
Taxation allowances for the depreciation of buildings and plant and equipment are claimed by the Trust and contribute to the tax
deferred component of distributions.
(g)
Property, plant and equipment
Revaluation model
The revaluation model of accounting is used for land and buildings, and major rides and attractions. All other classes of property,
plant and equipment (PPE) are carried at historic cost. Initially, PPE are measured at cost. For assets carried under the revaluation
model, PPE is carried at a revalued amount, being its fair value at the date of revaluation less any subsequent accumulated
depreciation and subsequent accumulated impairment losses. Revaluations are made with sufficient regularity to ensure that the
carrying amount does not differ materially from that which would be determined using fair value at the reporting date.
Increases in the carrying amounts arising on revaluation of PPE are credited, net of tax, to other reserves in equity. To the extent that
the increase reverses a decrease previously recognised in profit or loss, the increase is first recognised in profit or loss. Decreases that
reverse previous increases of the same asset are first charged against the asset revaluation reserve directly in equity to the extent of
the remaining reserve attributable to the asset; all other decreases are charged to the Income Statement. Each year, the difference
between depreciation based on the revalued carrying amount of the asset is charged to the Income Statement and depreciation
based on the asset’s original cost, net of tax, is transferred from the asset revaluation reserve to retained profits.
At each reporting date, the fair values of PPE are assessed by the Manager by reference to independent valuation reports or through
appropriate valuation techniques adopted by the Manager. Fair value is determined assuming a long term property investment.
Specific circumstances of the owner are not taken into account.
The use of independent valuers is on a progressive basis over a three year period, or earlier, where the Manager believes there may be
a material change in the carrying value of the property.
Where an independent valuation is not obtained, factors taken into account where appropriate, by the Directors in determining fair
value may include:
assuming a willing buyer and a willing seller, without duress and an appropriate time to market the property to maximise price;
information obtained from valuers, sales and leasing agents, market research reports, vendors and potential purchasers;
capitalisation rates used to value the asset, market rental levels and lease expiries;
changes in interest rates;
asset replacement values;
discounted cash flow models;
available sales evidence; and
comparisons to valuation professionals performing valuation assignments across the market.
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Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Property, plant and equipment (continued)
Depreciation
Land is not depreciated. Depreciation on other assets is calculated using the straight-line method to allocate their cost or revalued
amounts, net of their residual values, over their estimated useful lives as follows:
Buildings
Leasehold improvements
Major rides and attractions
Plant and equipment
Furniture, fittings and equipment
Motor vehicles
2015
2014
40 years
Over life of lease
20 - 40 years
4 - 25 years
3 - 13 years
8 years
40 years
Over life of lease
20 - 40 years
4 - 25 years
4 - 13 years
8 years
The assets’ residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at each reporting date. An asset’s carrying
amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset’s carrying amount is greater than its estimated recoverable
amount (refer to Note 1(m)).
Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with carrying amount. These are included in the Income
Statement. When revalued assets are sold, it is Group policy to transfer the amounts included in reserves in respect of those assets to
retained profits.
(h)
Leases
Where the Group has substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership, leases of property, plant and equipment are classified as
finance leases. Finance leases are capitalised at inception at the lower of the fair value of the leased property and the present value of
the minimum lease payments. The corresponding rental obligations, net of finance charges, are included in interest bearing liabilities.
Each lease payment is allocated between the liability and finance cost. The finance cost is charged to the Income Statement over the
lease period so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability for each period. The PPE
acquired under finance leases are depreciated over the shorter of the asset’s useful life and the lease term.
Leases in which a significant portion of the risks and rewards of ownership are retained by the lessor are classified as operating leases.
Payments made under operating leases (net of any incentives received from the lessor) are charged to the Income Statement on a
straight-line basis over the period of the lease. Lease income from operating leases where the Group is a lessor is recognised in
income on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
(i)
Investments and other financial assets
Loans and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market.
They arise when the Group provides money, goods or services directly to a debtor with no intention of selling the receivable. They are
included in current assets, except for those with maturities greater than 12 months after the reporting date which are classified as
non-current assets. Loans and receivables are carried at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method. The Group assesses
at each reporting date whether there is objective evidence that a financial asset or group of financial assets is impaired.
(j)
Assets held for sale
Assets are classified as held for sale and stated at the lower of their carrying amount, and fair value less costs to sell, if their carrying
amount will be recovered principally through a sale transaction rather than through continuing use and a sale is considered highly
probable.
An impairment loss is recognised for any initial or subsequent write-down of the asset to fair value less costs to sell. A gain is
recognised for any subsequent increases in fair value less costs to sell of an asset, but not in excess of any cumulative impairment loss
previously recognised. A gain or loss not previously recognised by the date of the sale of the asset is recognised at the date of
derecognition.
Assets are not depreciated or amortised while they are classified as held for sale. Assets classified as held for sale are presented
separately from the other assets in the Balance Sheet.
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(k)
Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Livestock
Livestock is stated at historical cost less depreciation. Historical cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition
of the animals. The fair value of the livestock is not materially different to its carrying value.
Depreciation on livestock is calculated using the straight-line method to allocate their cost or revalued amounts, net of their residual
values, over the useful lives of the assets which range from 5 - 50 years (2014: 5 - 50 years).
(l)
(i)
Intangible assets
Customer relationships
Customer relationships acquired are amortised over the period during which the benefits are expected to be received, which is four
years (2014: four years). The amortisation charge is weighted towards the first year of ownership where the majority of economic
benefits arise.
(ii)
Brands
Brands acquired are amortised on a straight-line basis over the period during which benefits are expected to be received, which is
between 10 - 13 years (2014: 10 - 13 years).
(iii)
Other intangible assets
Liquor licences are amortised over the length of the licences which are between 10 - 16 years (2014: 10 - 16 years), depending on the
length of the licence. Software is amortised on a straight-line basis over the period during which the benefits are expected to be
received, which is between 5 - 8 years (2014: 5 – 7 years).
(iv)
Goodwill
Goodwill is measured as described in Note 1(ac). Goodwill on acquisitions of subsidiaries is included in intangible assets. Goodwill on
acquisitions of associates is included in investments in associates. Goodwill is not amortised but it is tested for impairment annually, or
more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that it might be impaired, and is carried at cost less accumulated
impairment losses. Gains and losses on the disposal of an entity include the carrying amount of goodwill relating to the entity sold.
Goodwill is allocated to cash-generating units for the purposes of impairment testing (refer to Note 1(m)). The allocation is made to
those cash-generating units or groups of cash-generating units that are expected to benefit from the business combination in which
the goodwill arose, identified according to operating segments (refer to Note 37).
(m)
Impairment of assets
Goodwill and intangible assets that have an indefinite useful life are not subject to amortisation and are tested annually for
impairment or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that they might be impaired. Other assets are reviewed
for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable.
An impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the asset’s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount. The
recoverable amount is the higher of an asset’s fair value less costs to sell, and its value in use. For the purposes of assessing
impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash inflows which are largely
independent of the cash inflows from other assets or groups of assets (cash-generating units). Non-financial assets other than
goodwill that suffered impairment are reviewed for possible reversal of the impairment at each reporting date.
(n)
Payables
Liabilities are recognised for amounts to be paid in the future for goods or services received, whether or not billed to the Group. The
amounts are unsecured and are usually paid within 30 - 60 days of recognition. Trade payables are presented as current liabilities
unless payment is not due within 12 months from the reporting date. They are recognised initially at fair value and subsequently
measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method.
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(o)
Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Interest bearing liabilities
Borrowings are initially recognised at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred and are subsequently measured at amortised cost.
Any difference between the proceeds (net of transaction costs) and the redemption amount is recognised in the Income Statement
over the period of the borrowing using the effective interest rate method. Fees paid on the establishment of loan facilities, which are
not an incremental cost relating to the actual drawdown of the facility, are recognised as prepayments and amortised on a straight-
line basis over the term of the facility.
Finance leases are recognised as interest bearing liabilities to the extent that the Group retains substantially all the risks and rewards of
ownership.
Interest bearing liabilities are classified as current liabilities unless the Group has an unconditional right to defer settlement of the
liability for at least 12 months after the end of the reporting period.
(p)
Derivatives
Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value on the date a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently remeasured to
their fair value at each reporting date. The method of recognising the resulting gain or loss depends on whether the derivative is
designated as a hedging instrument if hedging criteria are met, and if so, the nature of the item being hedged. The Group may
designate certain derivatives as either hedges of exposures to variability in cash flows associated with future interest payments on
variable rate debt (cash flow hedges) or hedges of net investments in foreign operations (net investment hedges).
The Group documents at the inception of the hedging transaction the relationship between the hedging instruments and hedged
items, as well as its risk management objective and strategy for undertaking various hedge transactions. The Group also documents its
assessment, both at hedge inception and on an ongoing basis, of whether the derivatives that are used in hedging transactions have
been and will continue to be highly effective in offsetting changes in fair values or cash flows of hedged items.
The fair values of various derivative financial instruments used for hedging purposes are disclosed in Note 14. Movements in the cash
flow hedge reserve in equity are shown in Note 30. The full fair value of a hedging derivative is classified as a non-current asset or
liability when the remaining maturity is more than 12 months. They are classified as current assets or liabilities when the remaining
maturity of the hedged item is less than 12 months. Trading derivatives are classified as current assets or liabilities.
(i)
Derivatives that do not qualify for hedge accounting
Certain derivative instruments do not qualify for hedge accounting. Changes in the fair value of any derivative instrument that does
not qualify for hedge accounting are recognised immediately in the Income Statement.
(ii)
Cash flow hedges
The effective portion of changes in the fair value of derivatives that are designated and qualify as cash flow hedges is recognised in
other comprehensive income and accumulated in reserves in equity. The gain or loss relating to the ineffective portion is recognised
immediately in the Income Statement. Amounts accumulated in equity are recycled in the Income Statement in the period when the
hedged item impacts the Income Statement.
When a hedging instrument expires or is sold or terminated, or when a hedge no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, any
cumulative gain or loss existing in equity at that time remains in equity and is recognised when the forecast transaction is ultimately
recognised in the Income Statement. When a forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur, the cumulative gain or loss that was
reported in equity is immediately transferred to the Income Statement.
(iii)
Net investment hedges
The effective portion of changes in the fair value of derivatives that are designated and qualify as net investment hedges is recognised
in other comprehensive income and accumulated in reserves in equity. This amount will be reclassified to the Income Statement on
disposal of the foreign operation. The gain or loss relating to the ineffective portion is recognised immediately in the Income
Statement. Gains and losses accumulated in equity are included in the Income Statement when the foreign operation is partially
disposed of or sold.
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(q)
Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Borrowing costs
Borrowing costs are recognised as expenses using the effective interest rate method, except where they are included in the costs of
qualifying assets.
Borrowing costs include interest on short term and long term borrowings, amortisation of ancillary costs incurred in connection with
the arrangement of borrowings and finance lease charges.
Borrowing costs associated with the acquisition or construction of a qualifying asset are capitalised as part of the cost of that asset.
Borrowing costs not associated with qualifying assets, are expensed in the Income Statement.
The capitalisation rate used to determine the amount of borrowing costs to be capitalised is the weighted average interest rate
applicable to the Group’s outstanding borrowings during the year. The average capitalisation rate used was 4.16% per annum (2014:
4.37% per annum) for Australian dollar debt and 1.54% per annum (2014: 1.51% per annum) for US dollar debt.
(r)
Provisions
Provisions are recognised when the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of past events, it is probable that
an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, and the amount can be reliably estimated.
Where there are a number of similar obligations, the likelihood that an outflow will be required in settlement is determined by
considering the class of obligations as a whole. A provision is recognised even if the likelihood of an outflow with respect to any one
item included in the same class of obligations may be small.
Provisions are measured at the present value of management’s best estimate of the expenditure required to settle the present
obligation at the reporting date. The discount rate used to determine the present value reflects current market assessments of the
time value of money and the risks specific to the liability. The increase in the provision due to the passage of time is recognised as
interest expense.
(s)
(i)
Employee benefits
Wages and salaries, annual leave and sick leave
Liabilities for wages and salaries, including non-monetary benefits, annual leave and accumulating sick leave expected to be settled
within 12 months of the reporting date are recognised in other payables in respect of employees' services up to the reporting date
and are measured at the amounts expected to be paid when the liabilities are settled. Liabilities for non-accumulating sick leave are
recognised when the leave is taken and measured at the rates paid or payable.
(ii)
Long service leave
The liability for long service leave is recognised in the provision for employee benefits and measured as the present value of expected
future payments to be made in respect of services provided by employees up to the reporting date using the projected unit credit
method. Consideration is given to expected future wage and salary levels, experience of employee departures and periods of service.
Where amounts are not expected to be settled within 12 months, expected future payments are discounted to their net present value
using market yields at the reporting date on high quality corporate bonds, except when there is no deep market in which case market
yields on national government bonds are used, with terms to maturity and currency that match, as closely as possible, to the
estimated future cash outflows.
The obligations are presented as current liabilities in the Balance Sheet if the Group does not have an unconditional right to defer
settlement for at least 12 months after the reporting date, regardless of when the actual settlement is expected to occur.
(iii)
Profit sharing and bonus plans
The Group recognises a provision where contractually obliged or where there is a past practice that has created a constructive
obligation.
(iv)
Termination benefits
Termination benefits are payable when employment is terminated before the normal retirement date, or when an employee accepts
voluntary redundancy in exchange for these benefits. The Group recognises termination benefits when it is demonstrably committed
to either terminating the employment of current employees according to a detailed formal plan without possibility of withdrawal or to
providing termination benefits as a result of an offer made to encourage voluntary redundancy. Benefits falling due more than 12
months after the end of the reporting period are discounted to present value.
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(s)
(v)
Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Employee benefits (continued)
Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)
Australian employees
Since 1 July 2009, long term incentives have been provided to certain executives under the LTIP. Under the terms of the LTIP and the
initial grant, employees may be granted performance rights, of which one third will vest two years after grant date, one third will vest
three years after grant date and one third will vest four years after grant date. The percentage of performance rights which will vest is
subject to the performance of the Group relative to its peer group, which is the ASX Small Industrials Index. The first set of
performance rights were granted under the scheme on 4 December 2009, with the first vesting date being the day after the full year
results announcement for the year ended 30 June 2011.
The characteristics of the LTIP indicate that, at the Ardent Leisure Group level, it is an equity settled share-based payment under AASB
2 Share-based Payment as the holders are entitled to the securities as long as they meet the LTIP’s service and performance criteria.
However, as ALL is considered to be a subsidiary of the Trust, in the financial statements of the ALL Group the LTIP is accounted for as a
cash settled share-based payment.
The fair value of the performance rights granted under the LTIP is recognised in the Group financial statements as an employee
benefit expense with a corresponding increase in equity. The fair value of the performance rights at grant date is determined using a
Monte Carlo simulation valuation model and then recognised over the vesting period during which employees become
unconditionally entitled to the underlying securities.
The fair value of the performance rights granted under the LTIP is recognised in the ALL Group financial statements as an employee
benefit expense with a corresponding increase in liabilities. The fair value of each grant of the performance rights is determined at
each reporting date using a Monte Carlo simulation valuation model, with the movement in fair value of the liability being recognised
in the Income Statement.
At each reporting date, the estimate of the number of performance rights that are expected to vest is revised. The employee benefit
expense recognised each period takes into account the most recent estimate.
US employees
Due to previous restrictions on the issue of securities to US residents, those US executives eligible for the LTIP were subject to a
shadow performance rights scheme whereby a cash payment was made instead of performance rights being granted. At the end of
the vesting period for each grant of performance rights, a calculation is made of the number of performance rights which would have
been granted and payment is made based on the Group stapled security volume weighted average price (VWAP) for the five trading
days immediately following the vesting date. Due to the nature of the scheme, this scheme is considered to be a cash settled share-
based payment under AASB 2. Following steps taken to issue equity to US resident employees, all new performance rights issued after
1 July 2014 will be settled in equity upon vesting in future periods. As such, these performance rights are considered to be equity
settled shared-based payments under AASB 2.
The fair value of cash settled performance rights is determined at grant date and each reporting date using a Monte Carlo simulation
valuation model. This is recorded as a liability, with the difference in the movement in the fair value of the financial liability being
recognised in the Income Statement.
The fair value of equity settled performance rights is determined at grant date using a Monte Carlo simulation valuation model. This is
recorded as an employee benefit expense with a corresponding increase in equity.
At each reporting date, the estimate of the number of performance rights that are expected to vest is revised. The employee benefit
expense recognised each period takes into account the most recent estimate.
(vi)
Deferred Short Term Incentive Plan (DSTI)
Australian employees
Since 1 July 2010, long term incentives have been provided to executives under the DSTI. Under the terms of the DSTI, employees
may be granted DSTI performance rights, of which one half will vest one year after grant date and one half will vest two years after
grant date. The first set of performance rights were granted under the DSTI on 16 December 2010, with the first vesting date being
the day after the full year results announcement for the year ended 30 June 2011.
The characteristics of the DSTI indicate that, at the Ardent Leisure Group level, it is an equity settled share-based payment under AASB
2 Shared-based Payment as the holders are entitled to the securities as long as they meet the DSTI’s service criteria. However, as ALL is
considered to be a subsidiary of the Trust, in the financial statements of the ALL Group the DSTI is accounted for as a cash settled
share-based payment.
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(s)
Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Employee benefits (continued)
(vi)
Deferred Short Term Incentive Plan (DSTI) (continued)
Australian employees (continued)
The fair value of the performance rights granted under the DSTI is recognised in the Group financial statements as an employee
benefit expense with a corresponding increase in equity. The fair value of each grant of performance rights is determined at grant date
using a binomial tree valuation model and then recognised over the vesting period during which employees become unconditionally
entitled to the underlying securities.
The fair value of the performance rights granted under the DSTI is recognised in the ALL Group financial statements as an employee
benefit expense with a corresponding increase in liabilities. The fair value of each grant of performance rights is determined at each
reporting date using a binomial tree valuation model with the movement in fair value of the liability being recognised in the Income
Statement.
At each reporting date, the estimate of the number of performance rights that are expected to vest is revised. The employee benefit
expense recognised each period takes into account the most recent estimate.
US employees
Due to previous restrictions on the issue of securities to US residents, those US executives eligible for the DSTI were subject to a
shadow performance rights scheme whereby a cash payment was made instead of performance rights being granted. At the end of
the vesting period, the number of performance rights which would have vested is multiplied by the Group VWAP for the five trading
days immediately following the vesting date and an equivalent cash payment is made. Due to the nature of the scheme, this is
considered to be a cash settled share-based payment under AASB 2. All new performance rights issued after 1 July 2014 will be settled
in equity upon vesting in future periods. As such, the performance rights are considered to be equity settled share-based payments
under AASB 2. In the ALL financial statements, all performance rights issued to US employees are considered to be cash settled.
The fair value of each cash settled performance rights is determined at grant date and each reporting date using a binomial tree
valuation model. This is recorded as a liability with the difference in the movement in the fair value of the financial liability being
recognised in the Income Statement.
The fair value of equity settled performance rights is determined at grant date using a binomial tree valuation model. This is recorded
as an employee benefit expense with a corresponding increase in equity.
At each reporting date, the estimate of the number of performance rights that are expected to vest is revised. The employee benefit
expense recognised each period takes into account the most recent estimate.
(t)
Tax
The Trust is not subject to income tax. However, both of its controlled entities, Ardent Leisure (NZ) Trust and ALL Group, are subject to
income tax.
Under current Australian income tax legislation, the Trust is not liable to pay income tax provided its income, as determined under the
Trust Constitution, is fully distributed to unit holders, by way of cash or reinvestment. The liability for capital gains tax that may
otherwise arise if the Australian properties were sold is not accounted for in these financial statements, as the Trust expects to
distribute such amounts to its unit holders.
The income tax expense or revenue for the period is the tax payable on the current period's taxable income based on the applicable
income tax rate for each jurisdiction adjusted by changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities attributable to temporary differences
and to unused tax losses.
The current income tax charge is calculated on the basis of the tax laws enacted or substantively enacted at the end of the reporting
period in the countries where the Company's subsidiaries and associates operate and generate taxable income. Management
periodically evaluates positions taken in tax returns with respect to situations in which applicable tax regulation is subject to
interpretation. It establishes provisions where appropriate on the basis of amounts expected to be paid to the tax authorities.
Deferred income tax is provided in full, using the liability method, on temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets
and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the consolidated financial statements. However, deferred tax liabilities are not recognised
if they arise from the initial recognition of goodwill. Deferred income tax is also not accounted for if it arises from initial recognition of
an asset or liability in a transaction other than a business combination that at the time of the transaction affects neither accounting nor
taxable profit or loss. Deferred income tax is determined using tax rates (and laws) that have been enacted or substantially enacted by
the end of the reporting period and are expected to apply when the related deferred income tax asset is realised or the deferred
income tax liability is settled.
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Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Tax (continued)
Deferred tax assets are recognised for deductible temporary differences and unused tax losses only if it is probable that future taxable
amounts will be available to utilise those temporary differences and losses.
Deferred tax liabilities and assets are not recognised for temporary differences between the carrying amount and tax bases of
investments in foreign operations where the Company is able to control the timing of the reversal of the temporary differences and it
is probable that the differences will not reverse in the foreseeable future.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets and liabilities and when
the deferred tax balances relate to the same taxation authority. Current tax assets and tax liabilities are offset where the entity has a
legally enforceable right to offset and intends either to settle on a net basis, or to realise the asset and settle the liability
simultaneously.
Ardent Leisure Limited and its wholly-owned Australian controlled entities have implemented the tax consolidation legislation as of 8
February 2005. As a consequence, these entities are taxed as a single entity and the deferred tax assets and liabilities of these entities
are set off in the consolidated financial statements.
Current and deferred tax is recognised in profit or loss, except to the extent that it relates to items recognised in other comprehensive
income or directly in equity. In this case, the tax is also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity respectively.
Companies within the Group may be entitled to claim special tax deductions for investments in qualifying assets (investment
allowances). The Group accounts for such allowances as tax credits. This means that the allowance reduces income tax payable and
current tax expense. A deferred tax asset is recognised for unclaimed tax credits that are carried forward as deferred tax assets.
(u)
Goods and services tax (GST)
Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of associated GST, unless the GST incurred is not recoverable from
the taxation authority. In this case, it is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of the expense.
Receivables and payables are stated inclusive of the amount of GST receivable or payable. The net amount of GST recoverable from,
or payable to, the taxation authority is included with other receivables or payables in the Balance Sheet.
Cash flows are presented on a gross basis. The GST components of cash flows arising from investing or financing activities which are
recoverable from or payable to the taxation authority, are presented as operating cash flow.
(v)
Equity
Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new stapled securities or options are recognised directly in equity as a reduction
in the proceeds of stapled securities to which the costs relate. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new stapled
securities or options for the acquisition of a business are not included in the cost of the acquisition as part of the purchase
consideration.
(w)
Reserves
In accordance with the Trust Constitution, amounts may be transferred from reserves or contributed equity to fund distributions.
(x)
Revenue
Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable. Amounts disclosed as revenue are net of returns,
trade allowances and amounts collected on behalf of third parties. The Group recognises revenue when the amount of revenue can be
reliably measured, it is probable that further economic benefits will flow to the entity and specific criteria have been met for each of
the Group’s activities as described below. Revenue is recognised for the major business activities as follows:
(i)
Rendering of services
Revenue from rendering of services including health club memberships, theme park and SkyPoint entry and bowling games is
recognised when the outcome can be reliably measured and the service has taken place. Where health club membership is for a fixed
period and paid in advance, the revenue is recognised on a straight-line basis over the membership period. Revenue relating to
theme park annual passes is recognised as the passes are used.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
1.
(x)
(ii)
Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Revenue (continued)
Sale of goods
Revenue from sale of goods including merchandise and food and beverage items is recognised when the risks and rewards of
ownership have passed to the buyer.
(iii)
Rental revenue
Rental income represents income earned from the sub-lease of investment properties leased by the Group, and is brought to account
on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
(iv)
Interest income
Interest income is recognised on a time proportion basis using the effective interest rate method. When a receivable is impaired, the
Group reduces the carrying amount to its recoverable amount, being the estimated future cash flow discounted at the original
effective interest rate of the instrument, and continues unwinding the discount as interest income. Interest income on impaired loans
is recognised using the original effective interest rate.
(y)
(i)
Foreign currency translation
Functional and presentation currencies
Items included in the financial statements of each of the Group’s entities are measured using the currency of the primary economic
environment in which the entity operates (functional currency). The consolidated financial statements are presented in Australian
dollars, which is the Group’s functional and presentation currency.
(ii)
Transactions and balances
Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using the exchange rates prevailing at the dates of the
transactions. Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of such transactions and from the translation at year
end exchange rates of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognised in the Income Statement,
except when deferred in equity as qualifying cash flow hedges and qualifying net investment hedges or they are attributable to part
of the net investment in a foreign operation.
(iii)
Foreign operations
Assets and liabilities of foreign controlled entities are translated at exchange rates ruling at reporting date while income and
expenses are translated at average exchange rates for the period. Exchange differences arising on translation of the interests in
foreign controlled entities are taken directly to the foreign currency translation reserve. On consolidation, exchange differences
on loans denominated in foreign currencies, where the loan is considered part of the net investment in that foreign operation,
are taken directly to the foreign currency translation reserve. At 30 June 2015, the spot rate used was A$1.00 = NZ$1.1294 (2014:
A$1.00 = NZ$1.0762) and A$1.00 = US$0.7680 (2014: A$1.00 = US$0.9430). The average spot rate during the year ended 30 June 2015
was A$1.00 = NZ$1.0801 (2014: A$1.00 = NZ$1.1021) and A$1.00 = US$0.8288 (2014: A$1.00 = US$0.9113).
(z)
Segment information
Segment income, expenditure, assets and liabilities are those that are directly attributable to a segment and the relevant portion that
can be allocated to the segment on a reasonable basis. Segment assets include all assets used by a segment and consist primarily of
cash, receivables (net of any related provisions) and investments. Any assets used jointly by segments are allocated based on
reasonable estimates of usage.
Operating segments are reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided to the chief operating decision maker.
The chief operating decision maker, who is responsible for allocating resources and assessing performance of the operating segments,
has been identified as the Board of Directors.
The main income statement items used by management to assess each of the divisions are divisional revenue and divisional EBITDA
before property costs and after property costs. In addition, depreciation and amortisation are analysed by division. Each of these
income statement items is looked at after adjusting for pre-opening expenses, straight lining of fixed rent increases, IFRS depreciation,
onerous lease costs, amortisation of intangible assets and impairment of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets and
other non-recurring realised items. As shown in Note 11, these items are excluded from management’s definition of core earnings.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
1.
Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
(aa)
Earnings per stapled security
Basic earnings per stapled security are determined by dividing profit by the weighted average number of ordinary stapled securities
on issue during the period.
Diluted earnings per stapled security are determined by dividing the profit by the weighted average number of ordinary stapled
securities and dilutive potential ordinary stapled securities on issue during the period.
(ab)
Fair value estimation
The Group measures financial instruments, such as derivatives, and non-financial assets such as investment properties, at fair value at
each balance date.
Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market
participants at the measurement date. The fair value measurement is based on the presumption that the transaction to sell the asset
or transfer the liability takes place either:
In the principal market for the asset or liability; or
In the absence of a principal market, in the most advantageous market for the asset or liability.
The principal or the most advantageous market must be accessible by the Group.
The fair value of an asset or liability is measured using the assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or
liability, assuming that market participants act in their economic best interest.
A fair value measurement of a non-financial asset takes into account a market participant’s ability to generate economic benefits by
using the asset in its highest and best use or by selling it to another market participant that would use the asset in its highest and best
use.
The Group uses valuation techniques that are appropriate in the circumstances and for which sufficient data is available to measure
fair value, maximising the use of relevant observable inputs and minimising the use of unobservable inputs.
The fair value of financial instruments traded in active markets is based on quoted market prices at the reporting date. The quoted
market price used for financial assets held by the Group is the current bid price; the appropriate quoted market price for financial
liabilities is the current ask price.
The fair value of financial instruments that are not traded in an active market is determined using valuation techniques. The Group
uses a variety of methods and makes assumptions that are based on market conditions existing at each reporting date. Quoted
market prices or dealer quotes for similar instruments are used for long term debt instruments held. Other techniques, such as
estimated discounted cash flows, are used to determine fair value for the remaining financial instruments. The fair value of interest
rate swaps is calculated as the present value of the estimated future cash flows. The fair value of forward exchange contracts is
determined using forward exchange market rates at the reporting date.
The nominal value less estimated credit adjustments of trade receivables and payables approximate their fair values. The fair value of
financial liabilities for disclosure purposes is estimated by discounting the future contractual cash flows at the current market interest
rate that is available to the Group for similar financial instruments.
(ac)
Business combinations
The acquisition method of accounting is used to account for all business combinations, including business combinations involving
entities or businesses under common control, regardless of whether equity instruments or other assets are acquired. The
consideration transferred for the acquisition of a business comprises the fair values of the assets transferred, the liabilities incurred and
the equity interests issued by the Group. The consideration transferred also includes the fair value of any contingent consideration
arrangement and the fair value of any pre-existing equity interest in the subsidiary.
Acquisition related costs are expensed as incurred. Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed in a
business combination are, with limited exceptions, measured initially at their fair values at the acquisition date. On an acquisition by
acquisition basis, the Group recognises any non-controlling interest in the acquiree either at fair value or at the non-controlling
interest’s proportionate share of the acquiree’s net identifiable assets.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
1.
(ac)
Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Business combinations (continued)
The excess of the consideration transferred, the amount of any non-controlling interest in the acquiree and the acquisition date fair
value of any previous equity interest in the acquiree over the fair value of the Group’s share of the net identifiable assets acquired is
recorded as goodwill. If those amounts are less than the fair value of the net identifiable assets of the business acquired and the
measurement of all amounts has been reviewed, the difference is recognised directly in profit or loss as a gain on acquisition.
Where settlement of any part of cash consideration is deferred, the amounts payable in the future are discounted to their present
value as at the date of exchange. The discount rate used is the entity’s incremental borrowing rate, being the rate at which a similar
borrowing could be obtained from an independent financier under comparable terms and conditions. Contingent consideration is
classified either as equity or a financial liability. Amounts classified as a financial liability are subsequently remeasured to fair value with
changes in fair value recognised in profit or loss.
Goodwill acquired is not deductible for tax.
(ad)
Dividends/distributions
Provision is made for the amount of any dividend/distribution declared, being appropriately authorised and no longer at the
discretion of the entity, on or before the end of the financial year but not distributed at the reporting date.
(ae)
Convertible notes
A subsidiary of ALL, Ardent Leisure Note Issuer Pty Limited, previously issued convertible notes to the Trust. Due to the terms
associated with these notes, the notes were classified as equity in the financial statements of the ALL Group. Given that this equity
was not payable to the shareholders of ALL, the notes were included in equity attributable to non-controlling interests. The
convertible notes have been repaid as a result of the capital reallocation between the Trust and the Company during the year. Refer to
Note 28 for more information.
(af)
Parent entity financial information
The financial information for the parent entity of the Group (Ardent Leisure Trust) and ALL Group (Ardent Leisure Limited) has been
prepared on the same basis as the consolidated financial statements, except as set out below:
(i)
Investments in subsidiaries, associates and jointly controlled entities
Investments in subsidiaries, associates and jointly controlled entities are accounted for at cost in the financial statements of the parent
entities. Dividends received from associates and jointly controlled entities are recognised in the parent entity’s profit or loss, rather
than being deducted from the carrying amount of these investments.
(ii)
Tax consolidation legislation
Ardent Leisure Limited and its wholly-owned Australian controlled entities have implemented the tax consolidation legislation. The
head entity, Ardent Leisure Limited, and the controlled entities in the tax consolidated group account for their own current and
deferred tax amounts. These tax amounts are measured as if each entity in the tax consolidated group continues to be a standalone
taxpayer in its own right.
In addition to its own current and deferred tax amounts, Ardent Leisure Limited also recognises the current tax liabilities (or assets)
and the deferred tax assets arising from unused tax losses and unused tax credits assumed from controlled entities in the tax
consolidated group.
The entities have also entered into a tax funding agreement under which the wholly-owned entities fully compensate Ardent Leisure
Limited for any current tax payable assumed and are compensated by Ardent Leisure Limited for any current tax receivable and
deferred tax assets relating to unused tax losses or unused tax credits that are transferred to Ardent Leisure Limited under the tax
consolidation legislation. The funding amounts are determined by reference to the amounts recognised in the wholly-owned entities'
financial statements.
The amounts receivable/payable under the tax funding agreement are due upon receipt of the funding advice from the head entity,
which is issued as soon as practicable after the end of each financial year. The head entity may also require payment of interim funding
amounts to assist with its obligations to pay tax instalments.
Assets or liabilities arising under tax funding agreements with the tax consolidated entities are recognised as current amounts
receivable from or payable to other entities in the group. Any difference between the amounts assumed and amounts receivable or
payable under the tax funding agreement are recognised as a contribution to (or distribution from) wholly-owned tax consolidated
entities.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
1.
(af)
(iii)
Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Parent entity financial information (continued)
Financial guarantees
Where the parent entity has provided financial guarantees in relation to loans and payables of subsidiaries for no compensation, the
fair values of these guarantees are accounted for as contributions and recognised as part of the cost of the investment.
(iv)
Share-based payments
The grant by the parent entity of options over its equity instruments to the employees of subsidiary undertakings in the Group is
treated as a capital contribution to that subsidiary undertaking. The fair value of employee services received, measured by reference to
the grant date fair value, is recognised over the vesting period as an increase to investment in subsidiary undertakings, with a
corresponding credit to equity.
(ag)
New accounting standards, amendments and interpretations
Certain new standards, amendments and interpretations to existing standards have been published that are mandatory for the Group
for accounting periods beginning on or after 1 July 2015 but which the Group has not yet adopted. Based on a review of these
standards, the majority of the standards yet to be adopted are not expected to have a significant impact on the financial statements of
the Group. The Group’s and the parent entity’s assessment of the impact of those new standards, amendments and interpretations
which may have an impact is set out below:
AASB 9 Financial Instruments, AASB 2009-11 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from AASB 9 and AASB
2010-7 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from AASB 9 (effective from 1 January 2018)
AASB 9 Financial Instruments addresses the classification and measurement of financial assets and may affect the Group’s and the ALL
Group’s accounting for its financial assets. The standard is not applicable until 1 January 2018 but is available for early adoption. The
Group is yet to assess its full impact. However, initial indications are that there should be no material impact on the Group’s or the ALL
Group’s financial statements. The Group and the ALL Group do not intend to adopt AASB 9 before its operative date, which means
that it would be first applied in the annual reporting period ending 30 June 2019.
AASB 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers (effective from 1 January 2017)
The IASB has issued a new standard for the recognition of revenue. This will replace IAS 18 Revenue which covers contracts for goods
and services and IAS 11 Construction Contracts which covers construction contracts. The group has not yet considered the impact of
the new rules on its revenue recognition policies. It will undertake a detailed assessment in the near future. The group will assess
whether to adopt AASB 15 before its operative date; if not it would be first applied in the annual reporting period ending 30 June
2018.
Early adoption of standards
The Group has not elected to apply any pronouncements before their operative date in the annual reporting period beginning 1 July
2015.
(ah)
Rounding
The Group is a registered scheme of a kind referred to in Class Order 98/100 (as amended) issued by the Australian Securities and
Investments Commission relating to the “rounding off” of amounts in the financial report. Amounts in the financial report have been
rounded to the nearest thousand dollars in accordance with that Class Order, unless otherwise indicated.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
Ardent Leisure Trust and Ardent Leisure Limited formation
The Trust was established on 6 February 1998. On 23 December 2005, the Manager executed a supplemental deed poll to amend the
Trust Constitution. The amendments removed the 80 year life of the Trust, to enable the units on issue to be classified as equity under
Australian Accounting Standards. ALL was incorporated on 28 April 2003. The Manager and ALL entered into the stapling deed
effective 1 July 2003.
Revenue from operating activities
Revenue from services
Revenue from sale of goods
Revenue from rentals
Other revenue
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
426,872
131,380
35,956
395
2014
$’000
365,085
102,070
32,108
440
2015
$’000
426,872
131,380
35,956
395
2014
$’000
365,085
102,070
32,108
440
Revenue from operating activities
594,603
499,703
594,603
499,703
Borrowing costs
Borrowing costs paid or payable
Less: capitalised borrowing costs
Provisions: unwinding of discount
Borrowing costs expensed
For details of the fair value of borrowings, refer to Note 39 (c).
5.
Property expenses
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
11,580
(573)
326
11,333
2014
$’000
11,674
(344)
-
2015
$’000
12,049
(357)
39
11,330
11,731
2014
$’000
8,985
(219)
-
8,766
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
Landlord rent and outgoings
90,467
74,870
149,865
138,302
Insurance
Rates
Land tax
Onerous lease expense
Other
685
3,665
807
2,598
807
607
2,541
899
-
622
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
99,029
79,539
149,865
138,302
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
Net gain/(loss) from derivative financial instruments
Net gain/(loss) on derivatives - unrealised
Consolidated
Group
2015
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
$’000
552
552
(613)
(613)
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
-
-
2014
$’000
-
-
Management fees
The Manager of the Trust is Ardent Leisure Management Limited.
The Manager’s registered office and principal place of business are Level 16, 61 Lavender Street, Milsons Point, NSW 2061.
(a)
Base management fee
The management fee is based on an allocation of costs incurred by ALL and its controlled entities to manage the Trust but is
eliminated in the aggregated results of the Group.
(b)
Management fee calculation
The management fee earned by the Manager during the year is detailed as follows:
Base management fee
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
-
-
2014
$’000
-
-
2015
$’000
1,200
1,200
2014
$’000
1,200
1,200
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
Other expenses
Audit fees
Consulting fees
Consumables
Custodian fees
Electricity
Fuel and oil
Insurance
Legal fees
Merchant fees
Motor vehicles
Permits and fees
Printing, stationery and postage
Registry fees
Stapled security holder communication costs
Stock exchange costs
Taxation fees
Telephone
Training
Travel costs
Valuation fees
Other
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
653
1,789
3,075
101
15,882
1,187
3,609
725
10,214
1,088
4,921
2,765
184
171
165
239
2,226
1,434
2,729
70
1,132
54,359
2014
$’000
585
878
2,612
109
14,325
1,076
2,424
382
8,210
1,048
4,528
2,643
163
167
114
210
1,872
1,395
1,808
114
969
45,632
2015
$’000
437
1,789
3,075
-
15,882
1,187
3,609
724
10,214
1,088
4,899
2,765
184
171
165
212
2,226
1,434
2,729
-
646
53,436
2014
$’000
397
878
2,612
-
14,325
1,076
2,424
368
8,210
1,048
4,492
2,643
163
167
114
187
1,872
1,395
1,808
-
962
45,141
Remuneration of auditor
During the financial year, the auditor of the Group, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), earned the following remuneration:
Audit and other assurance services - PwC Australia
Audit and other assurance services - related practices of PwC Australia
Taxation services - PwC Australia
Taxation services - related practices of PwC Australia
Other services - PwC Australia
Consolidated
Group
2015
$
Consolidated
Group
2014
$
ALL Group
2015
$
ALL Group
2014
$
533,268
120,198
27,105
212,088
1,530
894,189
506,360
78,477
23,192
186,923
1,500
796,452
316,339
120,198
-
212,088
1,530
650,155
317,777
78,477
-
186,923
1,500
584,677
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
Income tax expense
(a)
Income tax expense
Current tax
Deferred tax
Over provided in prior year
Note
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
(2,581)
8,354
(107)
5,666
4,290
(1,532)
(765)
1,993
(2,593)
8,354
(67)
5,694
4,200
(1,532)
(765)
1,903
Income tax expense is attributable to:
Profit from continuing operations
5,666
1,993
5,694
1,903
Deferred income tax (benefit)/expense included in
income tax expense comprises:
(Increase)/decrease in deferred tax assets
Increase/(decrease) in deferred tax liabilities
22
27
(6,732)
15,086
8,354
328
(1,860)
(1,532)
(6,732)
15,086
8,354
328
(1,860)
(1,532)
(b)
Numerical reconciliation of income tax expense to prima facie tax expense
Profit from continuing operations before income tax
expense
Less: Profit from the trusts1
Prima facie profit
39,069
(35,279)
3,790
51,878
(48,330)
3,548
14,019
-
14,019
Tax at the Australian tax rate of 30% (2014: 30%)
1,137
1,064
4,206
Tax effects of amounts which are not deductible/(taxable)
in calculating taxable income:
Entertainment
Non-deductible depreciation and amortisation
Sundry items
Employee security plans
Business acquisition costs
Foreign exchange conversion differences
US State taxes
Withholding tax and research and development credit
Difference in overseas tax rates
Over provided in prior year
Income tax expense
92
3,331
(114)
281
581
42
(348)
(275)
1,046
(107)
5,666
54
2,569
(1,311)
181
78
(53)
(246)
(63)
485
(765)
1,993
92
-
136
281
581
42
(348)
(275)
1,046
(67)
5,694
7,683
-
7,683
2,305
54
-
(77)
181
78
(53)
(246)
(63)
489
(765)
1,903
1 Profits relating to the trusts are largely distributed to unit holders via distributions and are subject to tax upon receipt of this distribution
income by the unit holders.
(c)
Income tax benefit relating to items of other comprehensive income
Unrealised loss on derivative financial instruments
recognised in the cash flow hedge reserve
22, 30
(24)
(24)
(11)
(11)
(24)
(24)
(11)
(11)
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
10.
(d)
Income tax expense (continued)
Unrecognised temporary differences
There are no unrecognised temporary differences as at 30 June 2015 (2014: nil).
(e)
Tax consolidation legislation
ALL and its wholly-owned Australian controlled entities have implemented the tax consolidation legislation as of 8 February 2005. The
accounting policy in relation to this legislation is set out in Note 1(t).
On adoption of the tax consolidation legislation, the entities in the tax consolidated group entered into a tax sharing agreement
which, in the opinion of the Directors, limits the joint and several liability of the wholly-owned entities in the case of a default by the
head entity, ALL.
The entities have also entered into a tax funding agreement under which the wholly-owned entities fully compensate ALL for any
current tax payable assumed and are compensated by ALL for any current tax receivable and deferred tax assets relating to unused tax
losses or unused tax credits that are transferred to ALL under the tax consolidation legislation. The funding amounts are determined
by reference to the amounts recognised in the wholly-owned entities’ financial statements.
The amounts receivable/payable under the tax funding agreement are payable upon demand by the head entity. The head entity
may also require payment of interim funding amounts to assist with its obligations to pay tax instalments. The funding amounts are
netted off in the non-current intercompany payables.
Earnings per security/share
Basic earnings per security/share (cents)
Diluted earnings per security/share (cents)
Core earnings per security (cents)
Diluted core earnings per security (cents)
Earnings used in the calculation of basic and diluted
earnings per security/share ($'000)
Earnings used in the calculation of core earnings per
security (refer to calculation in table below) ($'000)
Weighted average number of stapled securities on issue
used in the calculation of basic and core earnings per
security/share ('000)
Weighted average number of stapled securities held by
ALL employees under employee share plans (refer to Note
29) ('000)
Weighted average number of stapled securities on issue
used in the calculation of diluted earnings per
security/share ('000)
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
7.38
7.35
12.92
12.86
2014
12.13
12.05
14.40
14.30
2015
1.58
1.57
N/A
N/A
2014
1.25
1.24
N/A
N/A
32,122
49,002
6,862
5,056
56,234
58,153
N/A
N/A
435,208
403,868
435,208
403,868
2,069
2,848
2,069
2,848
437,277
406,716
437,277
406,716
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11.
Earnings per security/share (continued)
Calculation of core earnings
The table below outlines the Manager’s adjustments to profit under Australian Accounting Standards to determine the amount the
Manager believes should be available for distribution for the current year. The Manager uses this amount as guidance for distribution
determination.
Core earnings is a financial measure which is not prescribed by Australian Accounting Standards and represents the profit under
Australian Accounting Standards (statutory profit) adjusted for certain unrealised and non-cash items, reserve transfers and one off
realised items. Under the Trust Constitution, the amount distributed to stapled security holders by the Trust is at the discretion of the
Manager. Management will use the core earnings calculated for assessing the performance of the Group and as a guide to assessing
an appropriate distribution to declare. This measure is considered more relevant than statutory profit as it represents an estimate of
the underlying recurring cash earnings of the Group and provides more meaningful comparison between financial years.
The adjustments between profit under Australian Accounting Standards and core earnings may change from time to time depending
on changes to accounting standards and the Manager’s assessment as to whether non-recurring or infrequent items (such as realised
gains on the sale of properties) will be distributed to stapled security holders.
Profit used in calculating earnings per stapled security
Unrealised items
- Unrealised net (gain)/loss on derivative financial instruments
- Valuation loss - investment properties
- Valuation gains - property, plant and equipment
- Impairment - property, plant and equipment
- Impairment - goodwill
Non-cash items
- Straight lining of fixed rent increases
- IFRS depreciation(1)
- Amortisation of health club brands and customer relationship intangible assets
One off realised items
- Pre-opening expenses
- Business acquisition costs
- Onerous lease costs
- Gain on sale and leaseback of family entertainment centres
- Loss on closure of bowling centres
Tax impact of above adjustments
Core earnings
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
32,122
49,002
(552)
501
-
2,646
141
2,336
11,102
6,778
6,521
1,938
2,598
(6,959)
104
(3,042)
56,234
613
-
(8,590)
-
-
1,546
8,562
6,333
2,579
277
-
(379)
1,579
(3,369)
58,153
(1) IFRS depreciation represents depreciation recorded under Australian Accounting Standards effective 1 July 2005 on property, plant and equipment which
were previously classified as investment properties.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
Distributions and dividends paid and payable
(a)
Consolidated Group
The following dividends and distributions were paid and payable by the Group to stapled security holders:
2015 dividends and distributions for the
half year ended:
31 December 2014
30 June 2015*
2014 distributions for the half year ended:
31 December 2013
30 June 2014**
Dividend
cents per
stapled
security
Distribution
cents per
stapled
security
Total
amount
$’000
Distribution
tax
deferred
%
Distribution
CGT
concession Distribution
Taxable
%
amount
%
3.00
-
3.00
-
-
-
4.00
5.50
9.50
6.80
6.20
30,707
24,328
55,035
27,544
25,113
30.87
13.00
52,657
35.17
-
-
69.13
64.83
* The distribution of 5.50 cents per stapled security for the half year ended 30 June 2015 was not declared prior to 30 June 2015. Refer to Note 44.
** The distribution of 6.20 cents per stapled security for the half year ended 30 June 2014 was not declared prior to 30 June 2014.
(b)
ALL Group
During the year, a subsidiary of ALL paid to the Trust $1.6 million (2014: $3.9 million) relating to convertible notes which were classified
as equity under Australian Accounting Standards. A fully franked dividend of 3.0 cents (2014: nil) per stapled security was paid from
the ALL Group totalling $13.2 million (2014: nil) during the current financial year.
(c)
Franking credits
The tax consolidated group has franking credits of $3,414,276 (2014: $6,709,050). It is the tax consolidated group’s intention to
distribute these franking credits to security holders where possible.
Receivables
Trade receivables
Receivable from the Trust
Provision for doubtful debts
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
11,315
-
(459)
10,856
7,938
-
(522)
7,416
11,315
2,354
(459)
13,210
7,938
346
(522)
7,762
The Group has recognised an expense of $199,959 in respect of bad and doubtful trade receivables during the year ended 30 June
2015 (2014: $121,948). The expense has been included in other expenses in the Income Statement.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
Derivative financial instruments
Current assets
Forward foreign exchange contracts
Non-current assets
Forward foreign exchange contracts
Current liabilities
Forward foreign exchange contracts
Interest rate swaps
Non-current liabilities
Forward foreign exchange contracts
Interest rate swaps
Forward foreign exchange contracts
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
263
263
114
114
-
98
98
-
2,133
2,133
-
-
-
-
11
448
459
9
995
1,004
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
129
129
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
48
48
The Group has entered into forward foreign exchange contracts to buy US dollars and sell Australian dollars. These contracts total
A$2.1 million (2014: A$4.6 million).
The forward contracts do not qualify for hedge accounting and accordingly, changes in fair value of these contracts are recorded in
the Income Statement. Notwithstanding the accounting outcome, the Manager considers that these derivative contracts are
appropriate and effective in offsetting the economic foreign exchange exposures of the Group.
Interest rate swaps
The Group has entered into interest rate swap agreements totalling $70.0 million (2014: $100.0 million) and US$47.0 million (2014:
US$30.0 million) that entitle it to receive interest, at quarterly intervals, at a floating rate on a notional principal and obliges it to pay
interest at a fixed rate. The interest rate swap agreements allow the Group to raise long term borrowings at a floating rate and
effectively swap them into a fixed rate. The Group also has forward starting interest rate swaps totalling $90.0 million (2014: $40.0
million) with start dates from June 2017 and end dates to June 2018.
With the exception of one $40.0 million swap, all interest rate swap contracts qualify as cash flow hedges. Accordingly, the change in
fair value of these swaps is recorded in the cash flow hedge reserve. Amounts accumulated in equity are recycled in the Income
Statement in the period when the hedged item impacts the Income Statement. For the one swap which does not qualify as a cash
flow hedge, the changes in fair value are recorded directly in the Income Statement. Notwithstanding the accounting outcome, the
Manager considers that these derivative contracts are appropriate and effective in offsetting the economic foreign exchange
exposures of the Group and the ALL Group.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
14.
Derivative financial instruments (continued)
Interest rate swaps (continued)
The table below shows the maturity profile of the interest rate swaps:
Less than 1 year
1 - 2 years
2 - 3 years
3 - 4 years
4 - 5 years
More than 5 years
Inventories
Goods held for resale
Provision for diminution
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
40,000
111,198
70,000
-
-
-
60,000
40,000
71,813
-
-
-
-
39,063
-
-
-
-
-
-
31,813
-
-
-
221,198
171,813
39,063
31,813
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
11,392
(20)
11,372
2014
$’000
9,398
(20)
9,378
2015
$’000
11,392
(20)
11,372
2014
$’000
9,398
(20)
9,378
There was no reversal of write-downs of inventories recognised as a benefit during the year ended 30 June 2015 (2014: nil).
Property held for sale
Family entertainment centres
Opening balance
Transfer from property, plant and equipment
Additions
Foreign exchange movements
Disposals
Closing balance
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
-
-
2014
$’000
10,650
10,650
2015
$’000
-
-
2014
$’000
10,650
10,650
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
10,650
-
19,551
4,163
(34,364)
-
2014
$’000
4,210
9,741
6,725
(168)
(9,858)
10,650
2015
$’000
10,650
-
19,551
4,163
(34,364)
-
2014
$’000
4,210
9,741
6,725
(168)
(9,858)
10,650
During the year, the Group disposed of three family entertainment centres at Tulsa and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and San Antonio
West, Texas, being previously held for sale. The three centres were disposed of through sale and leaseback transactions.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
Other assets
Prepayments
Accrued revenue
Investment properties
Consolidated Group
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
6,779
3,957
10,736
2014
$’000
6,685
2,252
8,937
2015
$’000
3,069
3,957
7,026
2014
$’000
3,186
2,252
5,438
Property
Note
Valuer
Excess land at Dreamworld
Marinas
Total
(a)
(b)
(1)
(2)
Cumulative
revaluation
(decrements)/
increments
2015
$’000
(975)
19,832
18,857
Consolidated
book
value
2015
$’000
1,900
97,426
99,326
Cost
2015
$’000
2,875
77,594
80,469
Cumulative
revaluation
(decrements)/
increments
2014
$’000
(462)
19,820
19,358
Consolidated
book
value
2014
$’000
2,412
93,458
95,870
Cost
2014
$’000
2,874
73,638
76,512
(a) The remaining excess land has been valued by Directors at $1.9 million (2014: $2.4 million).
(b) The total carrying value of d’Albora Marinas (including plant and equipment of $7.8 million (2014: $7.8 million)) is $105.2 million (2014: $101.3 million). The
fair value was assessed to be $105.2 million (2014: $101.3 million).
(1) Robert Tye, CBRE Valuations Pty Limited, independently valued the excess land on Foxwell Road, Coomera at 31 December 2014 at $1.1 million. The
remaining excess land has been valued by the Directors at 31 December 2014 at $0.8 million.
(2) Adam Ellis, LandMark White (Sydney) Pty Limited, independently valued two of the seven properties at 30 June 2015. The remaining five properties were
last independently valued at 30 June 2014.
Refer to Note 39(b) for information on the valuation techniques used to derive the fair value of the investment properties.
A reconciliation of the carrying amount of investment properties at the beginning and end of the current year is set out below:
Carrying amount at the beginning of the year
Additions
Revaluation decrements
Carrying amount at the end of the year
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
95,870
3,957
(501)
99,326
2014
$’000
95,232
638
-
95,870
Amounts recognised in the Income Statement for investment properties:
Revenue from investment properties
Property expenses incurred on investment properties
18,085
(2,615)
18,186
(2,548)
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
At 30 June 2015, the Group had receivables from third parties totalling $332,646 (2014: $648,709) relating to leases on its investment
properties.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
Property, plant and equipment
Consolidated Group
Property
Theme parks
Marinas
Bowling centres
Family entertainment centres
Health clubs
Other
Total
Note
(1) (2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Cost less
accumulated
depreciation
2015
$’000
Cumulative
revaluation
increments/
(decrements)
2015
$’000
Consolidated
book
value
2015
$’000
Cost less
accumulated
depreciation
2014
$’000
Cumulative
revaluation
increments/
(decrements)
2014
$’000
Consolidated
book value
2014
$’000
213,490
7,777
104,350
157,322
83,092
2,823
568,854
39,015
-
1,900
(86)
-
-
40,829
252,505
7,777
106,250
157,236
83,092
2,822
609,682
212,603
7,806
97,335
78,446
74,605
2,742
473,537
34,811
-
1,900
(86)
-
-
36,625
247,414
7,806
99,235
78,360
74,605
2,742
510,162
(1) The book value of Dreamworld and WhiteWater World land and buildings and major rides and attractions (including intangible assets of $0.8 million (2014:
$0.8 million)) is $227.5 million (2014: $227.0 million). In an independent valuation performed at 30 June 2015 by Jones Lang LaSalle, the fair value for these
assets was assessed to be $227.0 million (2014: $227.0 million). The Directors have valued other property, plant and equipment of Dreamworld and
WhiteWater World at 30 June 2015 at $2.9 million (2014: $2.3 million).
(2) The book value of SkyPoint (including intangible assets of $3.6 million (2014: $3.6 million)) is $26.5 million (2014: $22.5 million). In an independent valuation
performed at 30 June 2015, the fair value for SkyPoint was assessed to be $26.5 million (2014: $22.5 million).
(3) The Directors have valued the property, plant and equipment of d’Albora Marinas at $7.8 million (2014: $7.8 million).
(4) The one remaining freehold building was independently valued at 30 June 2013 at $1.9 million. At 30 June 2015, the Directors assessed the fair value of the
freehold building to be $1.9 million (2014: $1.9 million) and the remaining property, plant and equipment to be $104.4 million (2014: $97.3 million).
(5) At 30 June 2015, the Directors assessed the fair value of the property, plant and equipment in its family entertainment centres to be $157.2 million (2014:
$78.4 million).
(6) The Directors have valued the property, plant and equipment of Goodlife at 30 June 2015 at $83.1 million (2014: $74.6 million).
(7) The fair value of other property, plant and equipment was assessed by the Directors to be $2.8 million (2014: $2.7 million) at 30 June 2015.
Refer to Note 39(b) for information on the valuation techniques used to derive the fair value of the land and buildings and major rides
and attractions.
A reconciliation of the carrying amount of property, plant and equipment at the beginning and end of the current and previous years
is set out below:
Land and
buildings
$’000
Major
rides and
attractions
$’000
Plant and
equipment
$’000
Plant and
equipment
under
finance
lease
$’000
Furniture,
fittings and
equipment
$’000
Motor
vehicles
$’000
283,047
42,834
4,080
-
(415)
(13,657)
9,793
7,541
(2,646)
63,579
3,389
-
-
-
(1,766)
-
-
-
144,908
66,474
971
492
(1,159)
(27,294)
12,226
-
-
492
-
-
(492)
-
-
-
-
-
17,862
3,228
469
-
(50)
(4,466)
(6)
-
-
274
50
-
-
(3)
(73)
-
-
-
Total
$’000
510,162
115,975
5,520
-
(1,627)
(47,256)
22,013
7,541
(2,646)
330,577
65,202
196,618
-
17,037
248
609,682
Consolidated Group - 2015
Carrying amount at the
beginning of the year
Additions
Acquired through business
combinations
Transfer to plant and equipment
Disposals
Depreciation
Foreign exchange movements
Revaluation increments
Impairment
Carrying amount at the end of
the year
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
19.
Property, plant and equipment (continued)
Land and
buildings
$’000
Major rides
and
attractions
$’000
Plant and
equipment
$’000
Plant and
equipment
under
finance
lease
$’000
Furniture,
fittings and
equipment
$’000
Motor
vehicles
$’000
248,679
39,629
1,591
(9,741)
(815)
(10,473)
(1,279)
15,456
64,994
1,524
-
-
(829)
(2,110)
-
-
133,646
31,399
1,368
-
(470)
(20,236)
(799)
-
582
-
-
-
-
(90)
-
-
13,630
6,660
208
-
(68)
(2,574)
6
-
384
25
-
-
(30)
(105)
-
-
Total
$’000
461,915
79,237
3,167
(9,741)
(2,212)
(35,588)
(2,072)
15,456
283,047
63,579
144,908
492
17,862
274
510,162
Consolidated Group - 2014
Carrying amount at the
beginning of the year
Additions
Acquired through business
combinations
Transfer to property held for sale
Disposals
Depreciation
Foreign exchange movements
Revaluation increments
Carrying amount at the end of
the year
ALL Group - 2015
Carrying amount at the beginning of the year
Additions
Acquired through business combinations
Transfer to plant and equipment
Disposals
Depreciation
Foreign exchange movements
Impairment
Carrying amount at the end of the year
ALL Group - 2014
Carrying amount at the beginning of the year
Additions
Acquired through business combinations
Transfer to property held for sale
Disposals
Depreciation
Foreign exchange movements
Carrying amount at the end of the year
Plant and
equipment
under finance
lease
Plant and
equipment
$’000
$’000
72,534
62,477
1,441
492
(619)
(21,848)
12,290
-
126,767
492
-
-
(492)
-
-
-
-
-
Land and
buildings
$’000
50,437
30,289
-
-
(399)
(2,305)
9,820
(1,009)
86,833
Land and
buildings
$’000
Plant and
equipment
$’000
Plant and
equipment
under finance
lease
$’000
28,056
35,079
-
(9,741)
(2)
(1,641)
(1,314)
50,437
54,812
30,433
1,576
-
(514)
(12,821)
(952)
72,534
582
-
-
-
-
(90)
-
492
Total
$’000
123,463
92,766
1,441
-
(1,018)
(24,153)
22,110
(1,009)
213,600
Total
$’000
83,450
65,512
1,576
(9,741)
(516)
(14,552)
(2,266)
123,463
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
Livestock
Livestock comprises wildlife animals housed at the Dreamworld site.
At 1 July
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
Net book amount
Year ended 30 June
Opening net book amount
Additions
Disposals
Depreciation
Closing net book amount
At 30 June
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
Net book amount
Intangible assets
Customer relationships at cost
Accumulated amortisation
Brands at cost
Accumulated amortisation
Other intangible assets at cost
Accumulated amortisation
Goodwill at cost
Accumulated impairment charge
Total intangible assets
68 Ardent Leisure Group | Annual Report 2015
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
863
(563)
300
300
-
(25)
(30)
245
838
(593)
245
2014
$’000
828
(523)
305
305
81
(46)
(40)
300
863
(563)
300
2015
$’000
863
(563)
300
300
-
(25)
(30)
245
838
(593)
245
2014
$’000
828
(523)
305
305
81
(46)
(40)
300
863
(563)
300
Consolidated
Group
2015
Consolidated
Group
2014
ALL Group
2015
$’000
$’000
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
35,935
(30,386)
5,549
12,312
(5,546)
6,766
8,251
(2,774)
5,477
29,812
(24,697)
5,115
10,850
(4,454)
6,396
3,448
(1,960)
1,488
35,935
(30,386)
5,549
12,312
(5,546)
6,766
6,823
(1,346)
5,477
29,812
(24,697)
5,115
10,850
(4,454)
6,396
2,020
(532)
1,488
236,850
(11,698)
225,152
242,944
199,795
(11,557)
188,238
236,850
(11,698)
225,152
199,795
(11,557)
188,238
201,237
242,944
201,237
For personal use only
Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
21.
Intangible assets (continued)
Customer relationships
Opening net book amount
Additions
Amortisation
Closing net book amount
Brands
Opening net book amount
Additions
Amortisation
Foreign exchange movements
Closing net book amount
Other intangible assets
Opening net book amount
Additions
Amortisation
Closing net book amount
Goodwill
Opening net book amount
Additions
Foreign exchange movements
Impairment
Closing net book amount
Total intangible assets
Customer relationships
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
5,115
6,123
(5,689)
5,549
6,396
1,210
(1,089)
249
6,766
1,488
4,803
(814)
5,477
9,594
1,160
(5,639)
5,115
2,779
4,311
(694)
-
6,396
202
1,368
(82)
1,488
5,115
6,123
(5,689)
5,549
6,396
1,210
(1,089)
249
6,766
1,488
4,803
(814)
5,477
9,594
1,160
(5,639)
5,115
2,779
4,311
(694)
-
6,396
202
1,368
(82)
1,488
188,238
27,664
9,391
(141)
225,152
242,944
184,213
5,087
(1,062)
-
188,238
201,237
188,238
27,664
9,391
(141)
225,152
242,944
184,213
5,087
(1,062)
-
188,238
201,237
Customer relationships relate to the relationships with health club members which were acquired as part of the various acquisitions of
health clubs.
Brands
The brands relate to the Goodlife brand acquired in September 2007 along with the distribution agreement for the use of the Hypoxi
brand in March 2014.
Other intangible assets
Other intangible assets represent registered trademarks associated with Dreamworld operations, intellectual property associated with
Australian Tour Desk, liquor licences held by the bowling centres and software built across all the business units in the Group.
Goodwill
Goodwill represents goodwill acquired by the Group as part of various acquisitions. The movement in goodwill at cost in the period is
due to the acquisition of eight health clubs and an amusement arcade (refer to Note 32) and the movement in the USD:AUD foreign
exchange rate.
Goodwill is monitored by management at the operating segment level. Management reviews the business performance based on
geography and type of business. The Group has six reportable segments as disclosed in Note 37.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
21.
Intangible assets (continued)
Goodwill (continued)
A segment level summary of the goodwill allocation is presented below:
Consolidated Group and ALL Group
2015
Australia United States New Zealand
$’000
$’000
$’000
Theme parks
Bowling centres
Family entertainment centres
Health clubs
2014
Theme parks
Bowling centres
Family entertainment centres
Health clubs
Impairment tests for goodwill
4,366
20,270
-
142,432
167,068
-
-
54,608
-
54,608
4,366
18,080
-
117,080
139,526
-
-
45,066
-
45,066
Australia United States New Zealand
$’000
$’000
$’000
3,476
225,152
Total
$’000
4,366
23,746
54,608
142,432
Total
$’000
4,366
21,726
45,066
117,080
-
3,476
-
-
-
3,646
-
-
3,646
188,238
Goodwill is allocated to the Group’s cash-generating units (CGUs) identified according to business segment and country of operation.
Key assumptions used for value in use calculations
The table below shows the key assumptions used in the value in use calculations used to test for impairment in the business segments
to which a significant amount of goodwill was allocated:
Budget/forecast
period growth rate
Long term growth rate1
Post tax discount rate2
2015
2014
2015
2014
2015
2014
% per annum % per annum % per annum % per annum % per annum % per annum
Theme parks(3)
Bowling centres
Family entertainment centres
Health clubs
N/A
2.00
3.00
0.00 - 2.00
N/A
2.00
3.00
2.00
N/A
2.00
3.00
2.00
N/A
2.00
3.00
2.00
N/A
8.26
7.16
8.26
N/A
8.50
7.50
8.50
(1) Average growth rate used to extrapolate cash flows beyond the budget/forecast period.
(2) In performing the value in use calculations for each CGU, the Group has applied post-tax discount rates to discount the forecast future attributable post-tax
cash flows. Pre-tax discount rates are 9.51% for bowling centres, 9.747% for health clubs and 8.42% for family entertainment centres.
(3) All non-current assets in the theme parks division are already held at fair value at 30 June 2015 and were independently valued by Jones Lang LaSalle (refer
to Note 19). As a result, no impairment testing is required at 30 June 2015.
The period over which management has projected the CGU cash flows is based upon the individual CGU’s lease term available. These
assumptions have been used for the analysis of each CGU within the business segment. The weighted average growth rates used are
consistent with forecasts included in industry reports. The discount rates used are post-tax and reflect specific risks relating to the
relevant segments and the countries in which they operate.
The recoverable amount of a CGU is determined based on value in use calculations. These calculations use cash flow projections
based on the 2016-2019 financial year budgets/forecasts. Cash flows beyond the budget period are extrapolated using the growth
rates stated above. The growth rate does not exceed the long term average growth rate for the business in which the CGU operates.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
21.
Intangible assets (continued)
Impairment tests for goodwill (continued)
Sensitivity to changes in assumptions
Management recognises that the calculation of recoverable amount can vary based on the assumptions used to project or discount
cash flows and those changes to key assumptions can result in recoverable amounts falling below carrying amounts.
In relation to the CGUs above, the recoverable amount of family entertainment centres and bowling centres is well in excess of their
carrying amounts.
The recoverable amounts of the health clubs CGUs is both sensitive to changes in the key assumptions. The table below shows the
impact of reasonably possible changes in these assumptions on the surplus of the CGU’s recoverable amount over its carrying
amount:
Discount rate
Long term growth rate
First year EBITDA
Base case
$’000
+1.0%
$’000
+2.0%
$’000
-0.5%
$’000
-1.0%
$’000
-2.0%
$’000
-5.0%
$’000
Health clubs surplus/(deficit)
9,119
(24,182)
(49,477)
(6,098)
(19,229)
1,237
(10,585)
The recoverable amount of these CGUs would equal their carrying amount if the key assumptions were to change as follows:
Health clubs surplus/(deficit)
Discount rate
Long term growth rate
First year EBITDA
from
8.26%
to
from
to
from
to
8.51%
2.00%
1.71%
0.00%
(2.31%)
The Directors consider that the growth rates are reasonable, and do not consider a change in any of the other key assumptions that
would cause the CGUs’ carrying amount to exceed their recoverable amount to be reasonably possible.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
22.
Deferred tax assets
The balance comprises temporary differences attributable to:
Amounts recognised in profit or loss:
Doubtful debts
Employee benefits
Provisions and accruals
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment
Inventory diminution
Deferred income
Unrealised foreign exchange losses
Lease incentives
Other
Deferred tax assets
Set-off of deferred tax balances pursuant to set-off provisions
Australia
United States
Net deferred tax assets
Movements
Balance at the beginning of the year
Credited/(charged) to the Income Statement
(refer to Note 10)
Credited to cash flow hedge reserve (refer to Note 30)
Acquired through business combinations (refer to Note 32)
Balance at the end of the year
Deferred tax assets to be recovered within 12 months
Deferred tax assets to be recovered after more than 12 months
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
142
5,471
4,287
831
24
96
-
4,117
98
216
4,757
1,167
153
6
76
4
1,563
179
142
5,471
4,287
831
24
96
-
4,117
98
216
4,757
1,167
153
6
76
4
1,563
179
15,066
8,121
15,066
8,121
(4,663)
(6,160)
4,243
8,121
6,732
24
189
15,066
8,736
6,330
15,066
(3,986)
(2,157)
1,978
8,158
(328)
11
280
8,121
5,849
2,272
8,121
(4,663)
(6,160)
4,243
8,121
6,732
24
189
15,066
8,736
6,330
15,066
(3,986)
(2,157)
1,978
8,158
(328)
11
280
8,121
5,849
2,272
8,121
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
23.
Payables
Current
Custodian fee
Interest payable
GST payable
Trade creditors
Property expenses payable
Employee share plan
Employee benefits
Deferred income
Deferred settlement for acquisition of business
Stamp duty payable for acquisition of business
Straight-line rent liability
Lease incentive liabilities
Property tax payable
Other creditors and accruals
Total payables
24.
Interest bearing liabilities
Current
Finance lease
Total current
Non-current
Bank loan - term debt
Less: amortised costs - bank loan
Loans from the Trust*
Total non-current
Total interest bearing liabilities
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
48
412
1,661
8,770
761
170
17,238
12,864
2,377
1,823
17,056
11,245
1,826
15,072
91,323
52
442
1,570
9,142
1,048
361
13,361
9,131
-
-
14,327
4,596
945
14,090
69,065
-
85
1,666
8,770
-
3,497
17,238
12,864
-
1,823
3,760
11,245
1,826
13,513
76,287
-
35
847
9,142
-
6,675
13,361
9,131
-
-
2,060
4,596
945
13,495
60,287
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
-
-
61
61
-
-
61
61
279,761
(1,143)
-
278,618
278,618
261,551
(1,340)
-
260,211
260,272
110,547
(442)
126,901
237,006
237,006
79,851
(390)
125,365
204,826
204,887
* Further information relating to these loans is included in Note 36(g).
The term debt is secured by mortgages over all freehold property, leasehold mortgages over key bowling centre, health club and
marina leases, registered security interests over all present and after acquired property of key Group companies, and pledged interests
over all US property. On 30 September 2014, the Group increased the loan facilities to include an additional US$40.0 million. The
terms of the debt also impose certain covenants on the Group as follows:
Debt serviceability ratio, being the ratio of debt to EBITDA adjusted for unrealised and one off items (adjusted EBITDA), must not
exceed 3.75 (2014: 3.25); and
Fixed charge cover ratio, being the ratio of adjusted EBITDA to fixed charges, must be no less than 1.75 (2014: 1.75).
With effect from 30 September 2014, the Group is no longer subject to a gearing ratio covenant (2014: 40% maximum gearing
covenant).
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
24.
Interest bearing liabilities (continued)
Total secured liabilities and assets pledged as security
The carrying amounts of assets pledged as security for current and non-current borrowings are:
Current
Floating charge
Cash and cash equivalents
Receivables
Derivative financial instruments
Inventories
Current tax receivables
Property held for sale
Other
Total current assets
Non-current
Mortgage
Investment properties
Land and buildings
Floating charge
Property, plant and equipment
Livestock
Derivative financial instruments
Intangible assets
Finance lease
Plant and equipment
Total non-current assets
Total assets
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
4,986
10,856
263
11,372
1,740
-
10,736
7,079
7,416
-
9,378
-
10,650
8,937
4,685
13,210
-
11,372
1,740
-
7,026
6,197
7,762
-
9,378
-
10,650
5,438
39,953
43,460
38,033
39,425
99,326
330,577
429,903
279,105
245
114
17,792
297,256
-
727,159
767,112
95,870
275,405
371,275
226,623
300
-
12,999
239,922
492
611,689
655,149
-
86,833
86,833
126,767
245
-
17,792
144,804
-
231,637
269,670
-
42,795
42,795
72,534
300
-
12,999
85,833
492
129,120
168,545
Lease liabilities are effectively secured as the rights to the leased assets recognised in the financial statements and revert to the lessor
in the event of default.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
24.
Interest bearing liabilities (continued)
Credit facilities
As at 30 June 2015, the Group had unrestricted access to the following credit facilities:
A$ syndicated facilities
Amount used
Amount unused
US$ syndicated facilities
Amount used
Amount unused
Trust facilities
Amount used
Amount unused
Total facilities
Total amount used
Total amount unused
Consolidated Group
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
200,000
(144,400)
55,600
208,334
(135,361)
72,973
-
-
-
200,000
(163,400)
36,600
127,253
(98,151)
29,102
-
-
-
408,334
(279,761)
128,573
327,253
(261,551)
65,702
-
-
-
182,292
(110,547)
71,745
226,042
(126,901)
99,141
408,334
(237,448)
170,886
-
-
-
106,045
(79,851)
26,194
355,975
(125,365)
230,610
462,020
(205,216)
256,804
The Group has access to A$200.0 million (2014: A$200.0 million) syndicated facilities and a US$160.0 million (2014: US$120.0 million)
syndicated facilities. A$100.0 million of the AUD facilities will mature on 1 July 2016 and A$100.0 million will mature on 1 July 2017.
US$90.0 million of the USD facilities will mature on 1 July 2016 and US$70.0 million will mature on 1 July 2017.
As noted in note 44, effective 11 August 2015, the Group completed refinancing of its syndicated loan facilities. This has resulted in an
increase in the available USD facilities to US$280.0 million (30 June 2015: US$160.0 million) and an extended tenure maturing in equal
tranches of three, four and five years respectively. Australian dollar facilities remain at $200.0 million (30 June 2015: $200.0 million)
however have been similarly extended to mature in equal tranches of three, four and five years respectively.
All of the facilities have a variable interest rate. As detailed in Note 14, the interest rates on the loans are partially fixed using interest
rate swaps. The weighted average interest rates payable on the loans at 30 June 2015, including the impact of the interest rate swaps,
is 4.28% per annum for AUD denominated debt (2014: 5.15% per annum) and 1.92% per annum for USD denominated debt (2014:
1.81% per annum).
ALL Group
Subject to the Trust loan facilities conditions being met, the facilities may be drawn down with two business days’ notice.
Australian Trust loan facilities totalling $200.0 million (2014: $249.9 million) have a maturity date of 1 July 2017. In addition, the ALL
Group has US$20.0 million (2014: US$100.0 million) facilities with the Trust maturing on 1 July 2017.
The ALL Group has access to US$140.0 million (2014: US$100.0 million) syndicated facilities. US$70.0 million of the facilities will mature
on 1 July 2016 and US$70.0 million will mature on 1 July 2017.
Effective 11 August 2015, the ALL Group completed refinancing of its syndicated loan facilities. This has resulted in an increase in the
available USD facilities to US$260.0 million (30 June 2015: US$140.0 million) and an extended tenure with $73.3 million maturing in
three years, $93.3 million maturing in four years and $93.3 million maturing in five years.
Information about the Group’s exposure to foreign exchange risk and interest rates is provided in Note 38.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
25.
Provisions
(a)
Distributions to stapled security holders
Opening balance
Distributions/dividends declared
Distributions/dividends paid
Distributions reinvested
Closing balance
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
-
55,820
(39,041)
(16,779)
-
2014
$’000
-
49,025
(40,107)
(8,918)
-
2015
$’000
-
14,790
(11,132)
(3,658)
-
2014
$’000
-
3,874
(3,874)
-
-
A provision for the distribution relating to the half year to 30 June 2015 was not recognised as the distribution had not been declared
at the reporting date. Refer to Note 44.
(b)
Other provisions
Current
Employee benefits
Sundry*
Total current
Non-current
Employee benefits
Property onerous lease contracts
Property make good obligations
Total non-current
Total provisions
Movements in sundry provisions
Carrying amount at the beginning of the year
Additional provisions recognised
Amounts utilised
Carrying amount at the end of the year
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
3,047
189
3,236
1,803
4,221
9,745
15,769
19,005
572
411
(794)
189
2014
$’000
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
2,700
572
3,272
1,625
-
-
1,625
4,897
542
718
(688)
572
3,047
189
3,236
1,803
1,569
2,180
5,552
8,788
572
411
(794)
189
2,700
572
3,272
1,625
-
-
1,625
4,897
542
718
(688)
572
* Sundry provisions include insurance excess/deductible amounts for public liability insurance, fringe benefits tax provisions and other royalty provisions.
The current provision for employee benefits includes accrued long service leave which covers all unconditional entitlements where
employees have completed the required period of service and also those where employees are entitled to pro-rata payments in
certain circumstances. This is presented as current, since the Group does not have an unconditional right to defer settlement for any of
these obligations. However, based on past experience, the Group does not expect all employees to take the full amount of accrued
leave or require payment within the next 12 months.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
26.
Other liabilities
Security deposits
27.
Deferred tax liabilities
The balance comprises temporary differences attributable to:
Amounts recognised in profit or loss:
Intangible assets
Prepayments
Accrued revenue
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment
Deferred tax liabilities
Set-off deferred tax balances pursuant to set-off provisions
Australia
United States
Net deferred tax liabilities
Movements
Balance at the beginning of the year
Charged/(credited) to the Income Statement (refer to Note 10)
Acquired through business combinations (refer to Note 32)
Balance at the end of the year
Deferred tax liabilities to be settled within 12 months
Deferred tax liabilities to be settled after more than 12 months
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
2,694
2,694
2014
$’000
2,155
2,155
2015
$’000
2,694
2,694
2014
$’000
2,155
2,155
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
3,682
837
122
28,045
32,686
3,392
481
123
11,424
15,420
3,682
837
122
28,045
32,686
(4,663)
(6,160)
21,863
(3,986)
(2,157)
9,277
(4,663)
(6,160)
21,863
15,420
15,086
2,180
32,686
845
31,841
32,686
15,624
(1,860)
1,656
15,420
604
14,816
15,420
15,420
15,086
2,180
32,686
845
31,841
32,686
3,392
481
123
11,424
15,420
(3,986)
(2,157)
9,277
15,624
(1,860)
1,656
15,420
604
14,816
15,420
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
28.
Contributed equity
No. of
securities/shares Details
Date of
income
entitlement
30 Jun 2013
1 Jul 2013
397,803,987
5,295,345
1,895,088
61,288
-
405,055,708
6,358,756
1,751,698
110,302
20,746,888
8,298,754
-
-
442,322,106
Securities/shares on issue
DRP issue
30 Jun 2014
1 Jul 2014
1 Jul 2013
1 Jul 2013
Security-based payments -
securities/shares issued
Security-based payments -
securities/shares issued
Issue costs paid
Securities/shares on issue
DRP issue
Security-based payments -
securities/shares issued
Security-based payments -
securities/shares issued
1 Jan 2015
Fitness First WA placement 1 Jul 2014
Security Purchase Plan
1 Jul 2014
Issue costs paid
Capital reallocation
1 Jul 2014
Securities/shares on issue 30 Jun 2015
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
Note
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
(i)
(ii)
(ii)
(i)
(ii)
(ii)
(iii)
(iii)
(iv)
501,416
8,918
3,469
112
(3)
513,912
513,912
16,309
3,658
878
59
8,356
3,342
(167)
122,827
155,262
14,202
1,504
585
19
(1)
16,309
16,309
513,912
16,779
5,255
228
50,000
20,000
(993)
-
605,181
(i)
Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) issues
The Group has established a DRP under which stapled security holders may elect to have all or part of their distribution entitlements
satisfied by the issue of new stapled securities rather than being paid in cash. The discount available on stapled securities issued under
the DRP is 2.0% on the market price. The DRP will be in operation for the distribution for the half year ended 30 June 2015 and was in
operation for the half year ended 31 December 2014.
(ii)
Security-based payments
The Group has Deferred Short Term Incentive Plan and Long Term Incentive Plan remuneration arrangements under which
performance rights are issued to certain management and other personnel within the Group as part of their remuneration
arrangements. These performance rights are subject to vesting conditions as set out in Note 29. Upon vesting, the Group issues
stapled securities to these personnel.
(iii)
Fitness First WA placement and Security Purchase Plan
On 7 August 2014 and 15 September 2014, the Group issued stapled securities under a placement and a Security Purchase Plan
respectively to fund the acquisition of eight Fitness First health clubs in Western Australia, as set out in Note 32, and future investment
in Main Event.
(iv)
Capital reallocation
The Group and ALL Group implemented a capital reallocation during the period of 0.28 cents per stapled security. This resulted in
$122.8 million of capital being transferred from the Trust to the Company. There was no impact on the number of units and the
number of shares on issue as a result of the capital reallocation.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
29.
(a)
Security-based payments
Deferred Short Term Incentive Plan (DSTI)
Plan name
Who can participate?
Types of securities issued
Treatment of non-Australian residents
DSTI
All employees are eligible for participation at the discretion of the Board;
however, Non-Executive Directors do not participate in the DSTI.
Performance rights that can be converted into fully paid securities once vested.
The performance rights differ from options in that they do not carry an exercise
price. Performance rights do not represent physical securities and do not carry
any voting or distribution entitlements.
For employees who are not Australian residents, the DSTI historically granted
cash awards to those executives. Administrative arrangements have now been
made to issue equity awards and not cash awards to non-resident executives.
All awards, whether equity or cash, are subject to the same tenure hurdles.
What restrictions are there on the securities?
Performance rights are non-transferable.
When can the securities vest?
What are the vesting conditions?
The plan contemplates that the performance rights will vest equally one year
and two years following the grant date.
Plan performance rights will normally vest only if the participant remains
employed by the Group (and is not under notice terminating the contract of
employment from either party) as at the relevant vesting date.
Did any of the securities vest?
During the financial year, a total of 777,419 performance rights vested.
Australian employees
Since 1 July 2010, long term incentives have been provided to certain executives under the DSTI. Under the terms of the DSTI,
employees may be granted performance rights, of which one half will vest one year after grant date and one half will vest two years
after grant date. The first set of performance rights were granted under the DSTI on 16 December 2010, with the first vesting date
being the day after the full year results announcement for the year ended 30 June 2011. A total of 659,745 performance rights vested
on 19 August 2014 and 12 March 2015 and a corresponding number of stapled securities were issued to employees under the terms
of the DSTI (2014: 722,192).
The characteristics of the DSTI indicate that, at the Ardent Leisure Group level, it is an equity settled share-based payment under AASB
2 Share-based Payment as the holders are entitled to the securities as long as they meet the DSTI’s service criteria. However, as ALL is
considered to be a subsidiary of the Trust, in the financial statements of the ALL Group the DSTI is accounted for as a cash settled
share-based payment.
Fair value – Australian employees
The fair value of the performance rights granted under the DSTI is recognised in the Group financial statements as an employee
benefit expense with a corresponding increase in equity. The fair value of each grant of performance rights is determined at grant
date using a binomial tree valuation model and then is recognised over the vesting period during which employees become
unconditionally entitled to the underlying securities.
The fair value of the performance rights granted under the DSTI is recognised in the ALL Group financial statements as an employee
benefit expense with a corresponding increase in liabilities. The fair value of each grant of performance rights is determined at each
reporting date using a binomial tree valuation model with the movement in fair value of the liability being recognised in the Income
Statement.
At each reporting date, the estimate of the number of performance rights that are expected to vest is revised. The employee benefit
expense recognised each financial period takes into account the most recent estimate.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
29.
(a)
Security-based payments (continued)
Deferred Short Term Incentive Plan (DSTI) (continued)
US employees
Due to previous restrictions on the issue of securities to US residents, those US executives eligible for the DSTI were subject to a
shadow performance rights scheme whereby a cash payment was made instead of performance rights being granted. At the end of
each vesting period, the number of performance rights which would have vested is multiplied by the Group stapled security volume
weighted average price (VWAP) for the five trading days immediately following the vesting date and an equivalent cash payment is
made. Due to the nature of the scheme, this is considered to be a cash settled share-based payment under AASB 2. A total of 60,845
cash settled performance rights vested on 19 August 2014 to US employees under the terms of the DSTI (2014: 135,090). Following
steps taken to issue equity to US resident employees, all new performance rights issued after 1 July 2014 will be settled in equity upon
vesting in future periods. As such, the performance rights are considered to be equity settled shared-based payments under AASB 2.
A total of 56,829 equity settled performance rights vested on 19 August 2014 (2014: nil). In the ALL financial statements, all
performance rights issued to US employees are considered to be cash settled.
Fair value – US employees
The fair value of cash settled performance rights is determined at grant date and each reporting date using a binomial tree valuation
model. This is recorded as a liability with the movement in the fair value of the financial liability being recognised in the Income
Statement.
The fair value of equity settled performance rights is determined at grant date using a binomial tree valuation model. This is recorded
as an employee benefit expense with a corresponding increase in equity.
At each reporting date, the estimate of the number of performance rights that are expected to vest is revised. The employee benefit
expense recognised each period takes into account the most recent estimate.
Valuation inputs
For the performance rights outstanding at 30 June 2015, the table below shows the fair value of the performance rights on each grant
date as well as the factors used to value the performance rights at the date of grant. This valuation is used to value the equity settled
performance rights granted to employees at 30 June 2015:
Grant
Grant date
Vesting date – year 1
Vesting date – year 2
Average risk free rate
Expected price volatility
Expected distribution yield
Stapled security price at grant date
Valuation per performance right on issue
2013
23 August 2013
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
2.60% per annum
30.9% per annum
6.6% per annum
$1.82
$1.66
2014
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
31 August 2016
2.50% per annum
27.0% per annum
4.3% per annum
$3.00
$2.81
The table below shows the fair value of the performance rights in each grant as at 30 June 2015 as well as the factors used to value the
performance rights as at 30 June 2015. This valuation is used to value the cash settled performance rights granted to employees at 30
June 2015:
Grant
Grant date
Vesting date – year 1
Vesting date – year 2
Average risk free rate
Expected price volatility
Expected distribution yield
Stapled security price at year end
Valuation per performance right at year end
2013
23 August 2013
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
2.00% per annum
41.9% per annum
5.8% per annum
$2.17
$2.17
2014
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
31 August 2016
2.00% per annum
41.9% per annum
5.8% per annum
$2.17
$2.10
Grants of performance rights are made annually with the grant date being the date of the issue of the offer letters to
employees. Although the grant date may vary from year to year, the testing period (subject to any hurdles) remains constant with the
vesting date being 24 hours immediately following the announcement of the Group’s full year financial results.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
29.
(a)
Security-based payments (continued)
Deferred Short Term Incentive Plan (DSTI) (continued)
Tenure hurdle
The vesting of the performance rights is subject to a tenure hurdle and participants must remain employed by the Group (and not be
under notice terminating the contract of employment from either party) as at the relevant vesting date.
The number of rights outstanding and the grant dates of the rights are shown in the tables below:
Consolidated
Group
2015
Rights
Consolidated
Group
2014
Rights
ALL Group
2015
Rights
ALL Group
2014
Rights
Performance rights issued to participating executives:
Performance rights
543,698
950,807
543,698
950,807
Grant date
Expiry date
Exercise
price
Valuation
per right
Balance at
beginning
of the year
Granted
Exercised
Failed to
vest
24 Aug 2012 19 Aug 2014 nil
114.7 cents
383,419
23 Aug 2013 31 Aug 2015 nil
166.1 cents
567,388
-
-
(383,419)
(334,074)
19 Aug 2014 31 Aug 2016 nil
280.8 cents
- 408,823
950,807 408,823
(59,926)
(777,419)
-
-
-
-
Balance at
the end of
the year
-
213,931
329,767
543,698
Cancelled
-
(19,383)
(19,130)
(38,513)
The rights have an average maturity of six months.
(b)
Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)
Plan name
Who can participate?
Types of securities issued
Treatment of non-Australian residents
LTIP
All employees are eligible for participation at the discretion of the Board;
however, Non-Executive Directors do not participate in the LTIP.
Performance rights that can be converted into fully paid securities once vested.
The performance rights differ from options in that they do not carry an exercise
price. Performance rights do not represent physical securities and do not carry
any voting or distribution entitlements.
For employees who are not Australian residents, the LTIP historically granted
cash awards to those executives. Administrative arrangements have now been
made to issue equity awards and not cash awards to non-resident executives.
All awards, whether equity or cash, are subject to the same performance and
tenure hurdles.
What restrictions are there on the securities?
Performance rights are non-transferable.
When can the securities vest?
The plan contemplates that the performance rights will vest equally two, three
and four years following the grant date, subject to meeting the total
shareholder return (TSR) and internal compound earnings per security (EPS)
performance hurdles. The weighting between the two hurdles will be split as
follows:
TSR – 50%; and
EPS – 50%.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
29.
(b)
Security-based payments (continued)
Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) (continued)
Plan name
What are the vesting conditions?
What does total shareholder return include?
What is the earnings per security hurdle?
LTIP
For grants made after 1 July 2014, in order for any or all of the performance
rights to vest one or both of the following hurdles must be met:
TSR performance hurdle - the Group's TSR for the performance period must
exceed the 50th percentile of the TSRs of the benchmark group for the same
period. A sliding scale of vesting applies above the 50th percentile threshold;
and
EPS performance hurdle - the Group's compound EPS growth for the
performance period must exceed 5%. A sliding scale of vesting applies above
the 5% threshold.
TSR is the total return an investor would receive over a set period of time
assuming that all distributions were reinvested in the Group’s securities. The
TSR definition takes account of both capital growth and distributions.
The EPS hurdle refers to the annual growth of earnings per security over the
total vesting periods of two, three and four years from the grant date.
What is the benchmark group?
The benchmark group comprises the ASX Small Industrials Index.
Did any of the securities vest?
Australian employees
During the financial year, a total of 1,202,878 performance rights reached
vesting following an independent third party assessment of the Group’s TSR
performance compared to the benchmark.
Since 1 July 2009, long term incentives have been provided to certain executives under the LTIP. Under the terms of the LTIP and the
initial grant, employees may be granted performance rights, of which one third will vest two years after grant date, one third will vest
three years after grant date and one third will vest four years after grant date. The percentage of performance rights which may vest is
subject to the TSR performance of the Group relative to its peer group, which is the ASX Small Industrials Index.
During the year, the relative TSR performance of the Group was tested in accordance with the LTIP for tranches issued in 2010, 2011
and 2012 with the following results:
Tranche
T3-2010
T2-2011
T1-2012
TSR percentile
96.70
93.62
91.75
Vesting percentage
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
A total of 1,145,426 performance rights vested on 19 August 2014 and a corresponding number of stapled securities were issued to
Australian employees under the terms of the LTIP (2014: 1,234,184).
The characteristics of the LTIP indicate that, at the Ardent Leisure Group level, it is an equity settled share-based payment under AASB
2 Share-based Payment as the holders are entitled to the securities as long as they meet the LTIP’s service and performance criteria.
However, as ALL is considered to be a subsidiary of the Trust, in the financial statements of the ALL Group the LTIP is accounted for as a
cash settled share-based payment.
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29.
(b)
Security-based payments (continued)
Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) (continued)
Fair value – Australian employees
The fair value of the performance rights granted under the LTIP is recognised in the Group financial statements as an employee
benefit expense with a corresponding increase in equity. The fair value of the performance rights is determined at grant date using a
Monte Carlo simulation valuation model and then is recognised over the vesting period during which employees become
unconditionally entitled to the underlying securities.
The fair value of the performance rights granted under the LTIP is recognised in the ALL Group financial statements as an employee
benefit expense with a corresponding increase in liabilities. The fair value of each grant of performance rights is determined at each
reporting date using a Monte Carlo simulation valuation model with the movement in fair value of the liability being recognised in the
Income Statement.
At each reporting date, the estimate of the number of performance rights that are expected to vest is revised. The employee benefit
expense recognised each financial period takes into account the most recent estimate.
US employees
Due to previous restrictions on the issue of securities to US residents, those US executives eligible for the DSTI were subject to a
shadow performance rights scheme whereby a cash payment was made instead of performance rights being granted. At the end of
each vesting period, the number of performance rights which would have vested is multiplied by the Group stapled security VWAP for
the five trading days immediately following the vesting date and an equivalent cash payment is made. Due to the nature of the
scheme, this is considered to be a cash settled share-based payment under AASB 2. A total of 57,452 cash settled performance rights
vested on 19 August 2014 to US employees under the terms of the LTIP (2014: 69,060). Following steps taken to issue equity to US
resident employees, all new performance rights issued after 1 July 2014 will be settled in equity upon vesting in future periods. As
such, these performance rights are considered to be equity settled shared-based payments under AASB 2.
Fair value – US employees
The fair value of cash settled performance rights is determined at grant date and each reporting date using a Monte Carlo simulation
valuation model. This is recorded as a liability with the difference in the movement in the fair value of the financial liability being
recognised through the Income Statement.
The fair value of equity settled performance rights is determined at grant date using a Monte Carlo simulation valuation model. This is
recorded as an employee benefit expense with a corresponding increase in equity.
At each reporting date, the estimate of the number of performance rights that are expected to vest is revised. The employee benefit
expense recognised each period takes into account the most recent estimate.
Valuation inputs
For performance rights outstanding at 30 June 2015, the table below shows the fair value of the performance rights on each grant
date as well as the factors used to value the performance rights at the grant date. This valuation is used to value the equity settled
performance rights granted to employees at 30 June 2015:
Grant
Grant date
Vesting date – year 2
Vesting date – year 3
Vesting date – year 4
Average risk free rate
Expected price volatility
Expected distribution yield
Stapled security price at grant date
Valuation per performance right on issue
2011
12 September 2011
23 August 2013
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
3.49% per annum
40.0% per annum
11.0% per annum
$1.055
$0.44
2012
24 August 2012
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
31 August 2016
2.73% per annum
35.0% per annum
9.1% per annum
$1.290
$0.61
2013
23 August 2013
31 August 2015
31 August 2016
31 August 2017
2.60% per annum
32.0% per annum
6.6% per annum
$1.815
$0.76
2014
19 August 2014
31 August 2016
31 August 2017
31 August 2018
2.57% per annum
27.0% per annum
4.3% per annum
$3.00
$1.54
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
29.
(b)
Security-based payments (continued)
Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) (continued)
Valuation inputs (continued)
The table below shows the fair value of the performance rights for each grant as at 30 June 2015 as well as the factors used to value
the performance rights at 30 June 2015. This valuation is used to value the cash settled performance rights granted to employees at
30 June 2015:
Grant
Grant date
Vesting date – year 2
Vesting date – year 3
Vesting date – year 4
Average risk free rate
Expected price volatility
Expected distribution yield
Stapled security price at year end
Valuation per performance right on issue
2011
12 September 2011
23 August 2013
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
2.00% per annum
41.9% per annum
5.8% per annum
$2.17
$2.17
2012
24 August 2012
19 August 2014
31 August 2015
31 August 2016
2.00% per annum
41.9% per annum
5.8% per annum
$2.17
$1.94
2013
23 August 2013
31 August 2015
31 August 2016
31 August 2017
2.00% per annum
39.3% per annum
5.8% per annum
$2.17
$1.43
2014
19 August 2014
31 August 2016
31 August 2017
31 August 2018
2.00% per annum
36.2% per annum
5.8% per annum
$2.17
$0.58
Grants of performance rights are made annually with the grant date being the date of the issue of the offer letters to employees.
Although the grant date may vary from year to year, the testing period (subject to any hurdles) remains constant with the vesting date
being 24 hours immediately following the announcement of the Group’s full year financial results.
Performance hurdles
In order for any or all of the performance rights to vest under the LTIP, the Group's TSR and/or (for grants made after 1 July 2014) the
EPS hurdle must be met.
TSR
The Group’s TSR for the performance period must exceed the 50th percentile of the TSRs of the benchmark for the same period. A
sliding scale of vesting applies above the 50th percentile threshold.
TSR of the Group relative to TSRs of comparators
Below 51st percentile
51st percentile
Between 51st percentile and 75th percentile
75th percentile or higher
Proportion of performance rights vesting
0%
50%
Straight-line vesting between 50% and 100%
100%
TSR over a performance period is measured against the benchmark group securities calculated at the average closing price of
securities on the ASX for the calendar month period up to and including each of the first and last dates of the performance period.
Distributions are assumed to be reinvested at the distribution date and any franking credits (or similar) are ignored.
EPS
The Group’s compound EPS growth for the performance period must exceed 5%. A sliding scale of vesting applies above 5%
threshold.
Compound EPS growth in the period
Below 5%
5%
Between 5% and 10%
10% or higher
The weighting between the two performance measures is split as follows:
TSR – 50%; and
EPS – 50%.
Proportion of performance rights vesting
0%
50%
Straight-line vesting between 50% and 100%
100%
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29.
(b)
Security-based payments (continued)
Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) (continued)
The number of rights outstanding and the grant dates of the rights are shown in the tables below:
Consolidated
Group
2015
Rights
Consolidated
Group
2014
ALL Group
2015
Rights
Rights
ALL Group
2014
Rights
Performance rights issued to participating executives:
Performance rights
2,348,012
3,147,473
2,348,012
3,147,473
Grant date
Expiry date
Exercise
price
Valuation
per right
Balance at
beginning of
the year
Granted
Exercised
Failed to
vest
Cancelled
Balance at
the end of
the year
16 Dec 2010 19 Aug 2014 nil
12 Sep 2011 31 Aug 2015 nil
24 Aug 2012 31 Aug 2016 nil
23 Aug 2013 31 Aug 2017 nil
19 Aug 2014 31 Aug 2018 nil
52.3 cents
43.7 cents
60.9 cents
76.3 cents
153.9 cents
411,014
912,756
1,006,467
817,236
-
(411,014)
-
(456,377)
-
(335,488)
-
-
-
-
472,095
3,147,473 472,095 (1,202,879)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(15,270)
(23,802)
(29,605)
-
(68,677)
-
441,109
647,177
787,631
472,095
2,348,012
The rights have an average maturity of one year and three months.
The expense recorded in the Group financial statements in the year in relation to the performance rights was $1,761,441 (2014:
$1,996,226). The expense recorded in the ALL Group financial statements in the year in relation to the performance rights was
$2,595,805 (2014: $6,202,877).
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
Reserves
Asset revaluation reserve
Opening balance
Revaluation - Theme parks
Transfer to retained profits - realised items
Closing balance
Capital reserve
Opening balance
Transfer from retained profits - pre-opening expenses
Transfer to retained profits
Closing balance
Cash flow hedge reserve
Opening balance
Movement in effective cash flow hedges
Tax on movement on US cash flow hedges
Closing balance
Foreign currency translation reserve
Opening balance
Translation of foreign operations
Closing balance
Stapled security-based payment reserve
Opening balance
Option expense
Closing balance
Performance fee reserve
Opening balance
Transfer to retained profits
Closing balance
Goodlife put and call option reserve
Opening balance
Transfer to retained profits
Closing balance
Total reserves
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Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
2015
$’000
6,225
7,541
(3,337)
10,429
(11,018)
(4,677)
15,695
2,620
6,866
(3,261)
6,225
(8,439)
(2,579)
-
-
(11,018)
(1,124)
(958)
24
(2,058)
(1,569)
434
11
(1,124)
3,416
-
-
3,416
-
-
-
-
(19)
(75)
24
(70)
2014
$’000
3,416
-
-
3,416
-
-
-
-
-
(30)
11
(19)
(38,768)
3,623
(39,159)
391
(35,145)
(38,768)
(2,624)
6,916
4,292
(1,682)
(942)
(2,624)
(96)
(3,821)
(3,917)
1,132
(1,132)
-
(2,269)
2,269
-
1,867
(1,963)
(96)
1,132
-
1,132
(2,269)
-
(2,269)
(30,691)
(45,918)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(2,310)
2,310
-
7,638
(2,310)
-
(2,310)
(1,537)
For personal use only
Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
30.
Reserves (continued)
The asset revaluation reserve is used to record increments and decrements on the revaluation of property, plant and equipment.
The capital reserve is used to record one off costs incurred in the identification of new acquisitions or development of new sites which
are not able to be capitalised by the Group as well as the difference between the amount paid and the net assets acquired in the
acquisition of non-controlling interests.
The cash flow hedge reserve is used to record gains or losses on a hedging instrument in a cash flow hedge that are recognised
directly in equity as described in Notes 1(p)(ii) and 14.
Exchange differences arising on the translation of foreign controlled entities are taken to the foreign currency translation reserve. In
addition, on consolidation, exchange differences on loans denominated in foreign currencies are taken directly to the foreign
currency translation reserve where the loan is considered part of the net investment in that foreign operation.
The stapled security-based payment reserve is used to recognise the fair value of performance rights issued to employees but not yet
exercised under the Group’s DSTI and LTIP.
The performance fee reserve was used to recognise the fair value of stapled securities not yet issued to the Manager in settlement for
the performance fee earned in the relevant period. The performance fee of $1.1 million was earned in the period to 30 June 2009. On
the internalisation of the Manager, the performance fee payment was waived by Macquarie Group Limited but under the accounting
standards, the reserve is not reversed.
The Group had the option to acquire the non-controlling interests in Ardent Leisure Health Clubs 1 Pty Limited. In accordance with
AASB 132 Financial Instruments: Presentation, on first recognition the Group recorded the potential obligation under the put option on
the Balance Sheet as a financial liability calculated as the present value of the redemption amount on the first exercise date. Under the
Group’s economic equity approach, the initial recognition of the redemption amount was recorded in the Goodlife put and call option
reserve. Movements in the financial liability due to changes in the expected redemption amount and unwinding of the present value
discount were taken to the Income Statement as finance costs in subsequent periods. In a prior period, the Group acquired the
remaining interest in Ardent Leisure Health Clubs 1 Pty Limited but due to the accounting standards, the reserve remained.
Retained profits/(accumulated losses)
Opening balance
Profit for the year
Available for distribution
Transfer from asset revaluation reserve
Transfer (from)/to capital reserve
Transfer from performance fee reserve
Transfer from Goodlife put and call option reserve
Distributions and dividends paid and payable
Closing balance
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
37,508
32,122
69,630
3,337
(11,018)
1,132
(2,269)
(55,820)
4,992
31,691
49,002
80,693
3,261
2,579
-
-
(49,025)
37,508
(1,655)
6,862
5,207
-
-
-
(2,310)
(14,790)
(2,837)
5,056
2,219
-
-
-
-
(3,874)
(11,893)
(1,655)
The distribution of 5.5 cents per stapled security for the year ended 30 June 2015 totalling $24.3 million had not been declared at year
end. This will be paid on or before 31 August 2015, as described in Note 44.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
Business combinations
Current period
Fitness First Western Australia
On 4 September 2014, the Group acquired eight health clubs, for $32.0 million of which $2.3 million is payable in September 2015.
Transaction costs totalling $1,856,774 were incurred on this project, expensed in the Income Statement and recognised within
operating cash flows in the Statement of Cash Flows.
The acquired business contributed revenues of $17.4 million and a profit before allocation of Group costs and tax of $3.6 million to the
Group for the period from 4 September 2014 to 30 June 2015. If the acquisition had occurred on 1 July 2014, it would have
contributed revenues of $21.3 million and a profit before allocation of Group costs and tax of $4.5 million for the year ended 30 June
2015.
Details of the fair value of the assets and liabilities acquired and goodwill are as follows:
Purchase consideration:
Cash paid
Total purchase consideration
Fair value of net identifiable assets acquired
Goodwill
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
$’000
$’000
31,958
31,958
6,839
25,119
29,768
29,768
4,649
25,119
The goodwill is attributable to the health clubs’ strong market position and profitable trading history and synergies expected to arise
after the Group’s acquisition. None of the goodwill is expected to be deductible for tax purposes.
Consolidated
Group
Acquiree's
carrying
amount
$’000
Consolidated
Group
Fair value
$’000
ALL Group
Acquiree's
carrying
amount
$’000
ALL Group
Fair value
$’000
6
465
-
5,426
92
(53)
(541)
-
-
(308)
5,087
6
465
6,100
4,744
(1,738)
(53)
(541)
(1,084)
(752)
(308)
6,839
6
465
-
1,367
92
(53)
(541)
-
-
(308)
1,028
6
465
6,100
718
(1,738)
(53)
(541)
-
-
(308)
4,649
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
$’000
$’000
31,958
(6)
(2,297)
29,655
29,768
(6)
(2,297)
27,465
Cash and cash equivalents
Other current assets
Customer relationship intangible assets
Property, plant and equipment
Net deferred tax assets/(liabilities)
Deferred income
Payables
Property onerous lease contracts provision
Provision for property make good obligations
Employee benefits provision
Net identifiable assets acquired
Outflow of cash to acquire business:
Cash consideration
Less: cash balances acquired
Less: deferred settlement
Outflow of cash
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32.
Business combinations (continued)
Current period (continued)
Hypoxi US and Canada
On 6 August 2014, the Group completed the acquisition of the exclusive US and Canadian distribution and master franchise rights for
the Hypoxi targeted weight loss business for $0.8 million. Transaction costs totalling $39,509 were incurred on this project, expensed
in the Income Statement and recognised within operating cash flows in the Statement of Cash Flows.
During the year ended 30 June 2015, the Group has identified a location in Arizona for its first new studio with trading expected to
commence in August 2015. As a result, it has not contributed materially to the Group result for the year ended 30 June 2015.
Final details of the fair value of the assets and liabilities acquired and goodwill are as follows:
Purchase consideration:
Cash paid
Total purchase consideration
Fair value of net identifiable assets acquired
Goodwill
Distribution agreement intangible assets
Net deferred tax liabilities
Net identifiable assets acquired
Outflow of cash to acquire business:
Cash consideration
Outflow of cash
Playtime Highpoint Victoria
Consolidated
Group
$’000
ALL Group
$’000
815
815
815
-
815
815
815
-
Consolidated
Group
Acquiree's
carrying
amount
$’000
-
-
-
Consolidated
Group
Fair value
$’000
1,165
(350)
815
ALL Group
Acquiree's
carrying
amount
$’000
-
-
-
ALL Group
Fair value
$’000
1,165
(350)
815
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
$’000
$’000
815
815
815
815
On 5 November 2014, the Group acquired Playtime Highpoint, an amusement game arcade in Victoria, for $2.5 million. Transaction
costs totalling $1,090 were incurred on this project, expensed in the Income Statement and recognised within operating cash flows in
the Statement of Cash Flows.
The acquired business contributed revenues of $1.4 million and a profit before allocation of Group costs and tax of $0.4 million to the
Group for the period from 5 November 2014 to 30 June 2015. If the acquisition had occurred on 1 July 2014, it would have contributed
revenues of $2.3 million and a profit before allocation of Group costs and tax of $0.7 million for the year ended 30 June 2015.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
32.
Business combinations (continued)
Current period (continued)
Playtime Highpoint Victoria (continued)
Final details of the fair value of the assets and liabilities acquired and goodwill are as follows:
Purchase consideration:
Cash paid
Total purchase consideration
Fair value of net identifiable assets acquired
Goodwill
Cash and cash equivalents
Other current assets
Property, plant and equipment
Net deferred tax assets
Provision for property make good obligations
Employee benefits provision
Net identifiable assets acquired
Outflow of cash to acquire business:
Cash consideration
Less: cash balances acquired
Outflow of cash
Other business combinations
Consolidated
Group
$’000
ALL Group
$’000
2,463
2,463
465
1,998
2,538
2,538
540
1,998
Consolidated
Group
Acquiree's
carrying
amount
$’000
Consolidated
Group
Fair value
$’000
ALL Group
Acquiree's
carrying
amount
$’000
ALL Group
Fair value
$’000
42
102
422
2
-
(5)
563
42
102
422
2
(98)
(5)
465
42
102
399
2
-
(5)
540
42
102
399
2
-
(5)
540
Consolidated
Group
$’000
ALL Group
$’000
2,463
(42)
2,421
2,538
(42)
2,496
On 30 September 2014, the Group acquired a Hypoxi studio at Ballantyne, North Carolina for $233,000. Goodwill of $137,000 was
recognised on acquisition, however has now been fully impaired due to the club closing.
On 31 October 2014, the Group acquired a Hypoxi studio at Randwick, Sydney for $198,000. Goodwill of $43,000 was recognised on
acquisition.
Prior period
During the period, the Group finalised its prior year acquisitions of Camberwell and Port Melbourne health clubs, Hypoxi Australia Pty
Limited, Hypoxi New Zealand and the City Amusements amusement game arcade. Purchase price and goodwill adjustments on
finalisation were immaterial in nature.
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Cash and cash equivalents
For the purposes of the Statements of Cash Flows, cash includes only cash at banks and on deposit. Cash as at 30 June 2015 as shown
in the Statements of Cash Flows is reconciled to the related items in the Balance Sheets as follows:
Cash at bank
Cash on deposit
Total cash and cash equivalents
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
4,923
63
4,986
2014
$’000
7,016
63
7,079
2015
$’000
4,622
63
4,685
2014
$’000
6,134
63
6,197
Cash on deposit at call in the Group bears an average floating interest rate of 1.89% per annum (2014: 2.44% per annum).
Cash on deposit at call in the ALL Group bears an average floating interest rate of 2.00% per annum (2014: 2.50% per annum).
Cash flow information
(a)
Reconciliation of profit to net cash flows from operating activities
Profit
Non-cash items
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment
Amortisation
Depreciation of livestock
Impairment of goodwill
Security-based payments
Provision for doubtful debts
Onerous lease costs
Loss on sale of property, plant and equipment and livestock
Loss on closure of bowling centre
Impairment of property, plant and equipment
Valuation loss on investment properties and property, plant and
equipment
Classified as financing activities
Borrowing costs
Classified as investing activities
Unrealised (gain)/loss on derivatives
Gain on sale of family entertainment centres
Changes in asset and liabilities:
Decrease/(increase) in assets:
Receivables
Inventories
Deferred tax assets
Other assets
Increase/(decrease) in liabilities:
Payables and other liabilities
Provisions
Payable to the Trust
Current tax liabilities
Deferred tax liabilities
Net cash flows from operating activities
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
32,122
49,002
6,862
5,056
47,256
7,592
30
141
1,396
200
2,598
919
104
2,646
35,588
6,415
40
-
1,996
122
-
74
1,579
-
24,153
7,592
30
141
2,231
200
1,465
772
-
1,009
14,552
6,415
40
-
6,203
122
-
81
-
-
501
(8,590)
-
-
11,333
11,330
11,731
8,766
(552)
(7,355)
(3,345)
(1,993)
(2,265)
(3,333)
19,040
(136)
-
363
8,090
115,352
613
-
-
(7,355)
-
-
(13)
404
(1,818)
(775)
3,440
(386)
-
(2,120)
567
97,468
(4,633)
(1,993)
(2,265)
(3,123)
17,422
764
2,033
358
8,090
65,484
298
404
(1,818)
(722)
2,343
(386)
(1,860)
(2,120)
567
37,941
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
34.
(b)
Cash flow information (continued)
Non-cash financing and investing activities
The following items are not reflected in the Statements of
Cash Flows:
Distributions by the Group satisfied during the year by the
issue of stapled securities under the DRP
Net tangible assets
Net tangible assets are calculated as follows:
Total assets
Less: intangible assets
Less: total liabilities
Net tangible assets
Total number of stapled securities on issue
Net tangible asset backing per stapled security
Related party disclosures
(a)
Directors
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
16,779
8,918
3,658
1,504
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
996,507
(242,944)
(417,025)
853,007
(201,237)
(347,505)
336,538
304,265
442,322,106 405,055,708
$0.75
$0.76
The following persons have held office as Directors of the Manager and ALL during the period and up to the date of this report:
Neil Balnaves AO (Chair);
Roger Davis;
David Haslingden (appointed 6 July 2015);
Anne Keating (retired 29 October 2014);
Don Morris AO;
Greg Shaw (retired 10 March 2015);
Deborah Thomas;
George Venardos; and
Melanie Willis (appointed 17 July 2015).
(b)
Parent entity
The immediate and ultimate parent entity of the Group is Ardent Leisure Trust.
The immediate and ultimate parent entity of the ALL Group is Ardent Leisure Limited.
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36.
(c)
Related party disclosures (continued)
Key controlled entities
These financial statements incorporate the assets, liabilities and results of the following wholly-owned key subsidiaries in accordance
with the accounting policy disclosure as described in Note 1(b):
Entity
Activity
Country of
establishment
Class of equity
securities
Controlled entities of Ardent Leisure Trust:
Ardent Leisure Trust
Ardent Leisure (NZ) Trust
Goodlife Subtrust
Controlled entities of Ardent Leisure Limited:
Ardent Leisure Limited
Bowling Centres Australia Pty Limited
Ardent Leisure Operations (NZ) Limited
Main Event Holdings, Inc
Goodlife Operations Pty Limited
Hypoxi Australia Pty Limited
Hypoxi (US) LLC
(d)
Transactions with related parties
Key management personnel
Short term employee benefits
Post employment benefits
Share-based payments
Principal lessee: Marinas, bowling centres
Freehold owner: Theme parks
Principal lessee: Bowling centres
Principal lessee: Health clubs
Australia
New Zealand
Australia
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Theme Parks, Marinas
Bowling centres
Bowling centres
Family entertainment centres
Health clubs
Targeted weight loss solutions
Targeted weight loss solutions
Australia
Australia
New Zealand
USA
Australia
Australia
USA
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Consolidated
Group
2015
$
4,587,929
168,555
1,284,888
6,041,372
Consolidated
Group
2014
$
4,154,999
162,233
1,194,933
5,512,165
ALL Group
2015
$
4,587,929
168,555
1,665,352
6,421,836
ALL Group
2014
$
4,154,999
162,233
4,305,134
8,622,366
Remuneration of key management personnel (KMP) is shown in the Directors’ report from page 13 to page 31.
(e)
Loans to KMP
There were no loans to KMP during the financial year or prior corresponding period.
(f)
Other transactions with KMP
No Director has entered into a material contract with the Group and there were no material contracts involving Directors’ interests
existing at year end not previously disclosed.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
36.
(g)
Related party disclosures (continued)
Transactions with controlled entities
All transactions with controlled entities were made on normal commercial terms and conditions and at market rates, except that there
are no fixed terms for the repayment of loans between the parties. Outstanding balances are unsecured and are repayable in cash.
The terms and conditions of the tax funding agreement are set out in Note 10(e). The transactions incurred in the year with controlled
entities were:
Consolidated
Group
2015
$
Consolidated
Group
2014
$
ALL Group
2015
$
ALL Group
2014
$
(15,312)
(7,438)
(15,312)
(7,438)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(4,828,281)
(7,287,779)
(125,365,392)
(129,802,645)
134,550,710
(39,692)
(6,243,481)
(113,598,779)
(94,287,532)
88,095,545
594
(5,575,220)
(126,900,500) (125,365,392)
Purchases of goods
Reimbursable expenses to related parties
Tax consolidation legislation
Current tax payable assumed from wholly-owned tax
consolidated entities
Loans from Ardent Leisure Trust
Balance at the beginning of the year
Loans advanced
Loan repayments made
Foreign exchange movements
Interest charged
Balance at the end of the year
Segment information
Business segments
The Group is organised on a global basis into the following divisions by product and service type:
Family entertainment centres
This segment comprises of 20 Main Event sites in Texas, Arizona, Georgia, Illinois and Oklahoma, United States of America.
Bowling centres
This segment comprises 49 bowling centres and four amusement arcades located in Australia and New Zealand.
Marinas
This segment comprises seven d’Albora Marina properties, located in New South Wales and Victoria.
Theme parks
This segment comprises Dreamworld and WhiteWater World in Coomera, Queensland and the SkyPoint observation deck and climb in
Surfers Paradise, Queensland.
Health clubs
This comprises 76 centres in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia, two independent Hypoxi
studios in New South Wales, and one independent Hypoxi studio in Ballantyne, North Carolina.
The main income statement items used by management to assess each of the divisions are divisional revenue and divisional EBITDA
before property costs and after property costs. In addition, depreciation and amortisation are analysed by division. Each of these
income statement items is looked at after adjusting for pre-opening expenses, straight lining of fixed rent increases, IFRS depreciation,
onerous leases costs, amortisation of intangible assets and impairment of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets. As
shown in Note 11, these items are excluded from management’s definition of core earnings.
The Group’s principal activity is to invest in and operate leisure and entertainment businesses in Australia, New Zealand and the
United States of America.
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37.
Segment information (continued)
Business segment 2015
Consolidated Group
Family
entertainment
centres
$’000
Bowling
centres
$’000
Marinas
$’000
Theme
parks
$’000
Health
clubs Other
$’000
$’000
Total
$’000
Revenue from operating activities
177,123 116,510
22,952
99,571 178,388
59
594,603
Divisional EBITDA before property costs(1)
Divisional EBITDA(2)
Depreciation and amortisation(3)
64,439
45,657
(11,982)
40,279
13,989
(7,859)
12,765
10,150
(929)
33,163
32,015
(5,394)
72,543
28,152
(10,018)
49
49
(816)
223,238
130,012
(36,998)
Divisional EBIT(4)
33,675
6,130
9,221
26,621
18,134
(767)
93,014
Pre-opening expenses, straight lining of fixed rent increases, IFRS depreciation,
onerous lease costs, intangible asset amortisation and impairment of property, plant
and equipment and intangible assets not included in divisional EBIT
Valuation loss - investment properties
Loss on closure of bowling centre
Loss on disposal of assets
Gain on sale and leaseback of family
entertainment centres
Net gain from derivative financial instruments
Interest income
Corporate costs
Business acquisition costs
Borrowing costs
Net tax expense
Profit for the year
(32,122)
(501)
(104)
(523)
6,959
552
121
(15,056)
(1,938)
(11,333)
(6,947)
32,122
Total assets
Acquisitions of property, plant and equipment,
investment properties and intangible assets
217,949
140,870
109,862
264,552
250,427 12,847
996,507
88,767
21,530
4,860
7,793
59,695
2,158
184,803
(1) Excludes pre-opening expenses of $6,521,000.
(2) Excludes straight lining of fixed rent increases of $2,336,000, pre-opening expenses of $6,521,000 and onerous lease costs of $2,598,000.
(3) Excludes IFRS depreciation of $11,102,000, amortisation of intangible assets totalling $6,778,000 and impairment of property, plant and equipment and
intangible assets of $2,787,000.
(4) Excludes of pre-opening expenses of $6,521,000, straight lining of fixed rent increases of $2,336,000, onerous leases costs of $2,598,000, IFRS depreciation of
$11,102,000, amortisation of intangible assets of $6,778,000 and impairment of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets of $2,787,000.
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for the year ended 30 June 2015
37.
Segment information (continued)
Business segment 2014
Consolidated Group
Family
entertainment
centres
$’000
Bowling
centres
$’000
Marinas
$’000
Theme
parks
$’000
Health
clubs
$’000
Other
$’000
Total
$’000
Revenue from operating activities
98,121 113,889
23,466 100,139 164,070
18
499,703
Divisional EBITDA before property costs(1)
Divisional EBITDA(2)
Depreciation and amortisation(3)
36,896
24,714
(6,626)
38,907
13,765
(7,274)
12,944
10,396
(858)
33,867
32,799
(4,982)
70,249
33,990
(6,902)
(1)
(1)
(506)
192,862
115,663
(27,148)
Divisional EBIT(4)
18,088
6,491
9,538
27,817
27,088
(507)
88,515
Pre-opening expenses, straight lining of fixed rent increases, IFRS depreciation and
intangible asset amortisation not included in divisional EBIT
Valuation gains - property, plant and equipment
Loss on closure of bowling centre
Loss on disposal of assets
Gain on sale and leaseback of family
entertainment centre
Net loss from derivative financial instruments
Interest income
Corporate costs
Business acquisition costs
Borrowing costs
Net tax expense
Profit for the year
(19,020)
8,590
(1,579)
(453)
379
(613)
211
(12,545)
(277)
(11,330)
(2,876)
49,002
Total assets
Acquisitions of property, plant and equipment,
investment properties and intangible assets
138,167
131,157 103,734
262,225
211,691
6,033
853,007
56,871
7,598
2,725
8,516
24,174
1,809
101,693
(1) Excludes pre-opening expenses of $2,579,000.
(2) Excludes straight lining of fixed rent increases of $1,546,000 and pre-opening expenses of $2,579,000.
(3) Excludes IFRS depreciation of $8,562,000 and amortisation of intangible assets totalling $6,333,000.
(4) Excludes of pre-opening expenses of $2,579,000, straight lining of fixed rent increases of $1,546,000, IFRS depreciation of $8,562,000 and amortisation of
intangible assets of $6,333,000.
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Segment information (continued)
Business segment 2015
ALL Group
Family
entertainment
centres
$’000
Bowling
centres
$’000
Marinas
$’000
Theme
parks
$’000
Health
clubs
$’000
Other
$’000
Total
$’000
Revenue from operating activities
177,123
116,510
22,952
99,571 178,388
59 594,603
Divisional EBITDA before rent to Trust(1)
Divisional EBITDA after rent to Trust(1)
Depreciation and amortisation(2)
45,657
45,657
(11,982)
40,279
6,261
(1,054)
12,765
1,107
(75)
33,163
2,621
(1,113)
60,186
21,317
(9,959)
49
49
(814)
192,099
77,012
(24,997)
Divisional EBIT(3)
33,675
5,207
1,032
1,508
11,358
(765)
52,015
Pre-opening expenses, straight lining of fixed rent increases, onerous lease costs,
intangible asset amortisation and impairment of property, plant and equipment and
intangible assets not included in divisional EBIT
Loss on disposal of assets
Gain on sale and leaseback of family
entertainment centres
Interest income
Foreign exchange gain
Corporate costs
Business acquisition costs
Borrowing costs
Net tax expense
Profit for the year
(17,220)
(376)
6,959
77
312
(14,079)
(1,938)
(11,731)
(7,157)
6,862
Total assets
Acquisitions of property, plant and equipment,
investment properties and intangible assets
217,842
39,383
3,429
16,963 207,054
14,394 499,065
88,767
6,898
883
5,195
49,657
2,158 153,558
(1) Excludes pre-opening expenses of $6,521,000, straight lining of fixed rent of $1,306,000 and onerous lease costs of $1,465,000.
(2) Excludes amortisation of intangible assets of $6,778,000 and impairment of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets of $1,150,000.
(3) Excludes pre-opening expenses of $6,521,000, straight lining of fixed rent of $1,306,000, onerous lease costs of $1,465,000, amortisation of intangible assets
of $6,778,000 and impairment of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets of $1,150,000.
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For the year ended 30 June 2015
37.
Segment information (continued)
Business segment 2014
ALL Group
Family
entertainment
centres
$’000
Bowling
centres Marinas
$’000
$’000
Theme
parks
$’000
Health
clubs
$’000
Other
$’000
Total
$’000
Revenue from operating activities
98,121
113,889
23,466 100,139 164,070
18 499,703
Divisional EBITDA before rent to Trust(1)
Divisional EBITDA after rent to Trust(1)
Depreciation and amortisation(2)
24,714
24,714
(6,626)
38,712
5,192
(456)
12,944
956
(5)
33,867
2,854
(250)
58,545
22,520
(6,830)
(1) 168,781
56,236
-
(14,674)
(507)
Divisional EBIT(3)
18,088
4,736
951
2,604
15,690
(507) 41,562
Pre-opening expenses, straight lining of fixed rent increases and intangible asset
amortisation not included in divisional EBIT
Loss on disposal of assets
Gain on sale and leaseback of family
entertainment centre
Interest income
Corporate costs
Foreign exchange loss
Business acquisition costs
Borrowing costs
Net tax expense
Profit for the year
(9,791)
(460)
379
99
(15,038)
(25)
(277)
(8,766)
(2,627)
5,056
Total assets
Acquisitions of property, plant and
equipment, investment properties and
intangible assets
138,365
33,183
1,753
14,834
172,903
5,365
366,403
56,870
3,524
129
2,464
20,943
1,809
85,739
(1) Excludes pre-opening expenses of $2,579,000 and straight lining of fixed rent of $879,000.
(2) Excludes amortisation of intangible assets of $6,333,000.
(3) Excludes pre-opening expenses of $2,579,000, straight lining of fixed rent of $879,000 and amortisation of intangible assets of $6,333,000.
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38.
(a)
Capital and financial risk management
Capital risk management
The Group’s objectives when managing capital is to optimise stapled security holder value through the mix of available capital sources
while complying with statutory and constitutional capital and distribution requirements, maintaining gearing, interest cover and debt
serviceability ratios within approved limits and continuing to operate as a going concern.
The Group assesses its capital management approach as a key part of the Group’s overall strategy and it is continuously reviewed by
management and the Board.
The Group is able to alter its capital mix by issuing new stapled securities, activating the DRP, electing to have the DRP underwritten,
adjusting the amount of distributions paid, activating a stapled security buy-back program or selling assets to reduce borrowings.
The Group has a target gearing ratio of 30% - 35% of debt to debt plus equity. At 30 June 2015, gearing was 32.6% (2014: 34.1%) and
the Group has complied with the financial covenants of its borrowing facilities in the current and previous financial years.
Protection of the Group’s equity in foreign denominated assets was achieved through borrowing in the local functional currency to
provide a natural hedge supplemented by the use of foreign exchange forward contracts to provide additional hedge protection. The
Group has a target equity hedge of 50% - 100% of the asset value by foreign currency.
The Trust also protects its equity in assets by taking out insurance with creditworthy insurers.
(b)
Financial risk management
The Group’s principal financial instruments comprise cash, receivables, payables, interest bearing liabilities and derivative financial
instruments.
The Group’s activities expose it to a variety of financial risks: market risk (including foreign exchange risk and interest rate risk), liquidity
risk and credit risk.
The Group manages its exposure to these financial risks in accordance with the Group’s Financial Risk Management (FRM) policy as
approved by the Board.
The FRM policy sets out the Group’s approach to managing financial risks, the policies and controls utilised to minimise the potential
impact of these risks on its performance and the roles and responsibilities of those involved in the management of these financial risks.
The Group uses various measures to manage exposures to these types of risks. The main methods include foreign exchange and
interest rate sensitivity analysis, ageing analysis and counterparty credit assessment and the use of future rolling cash flow forecasts.
The Group uses derivative financial instruments such as forward foreign exchange contracts, interest rate swaps and cross currency
swaps to manage its financial risk as permitted under the FRM policy. Such instruments are used exclusively for hedging purposes i.e.
not for trading or speculative purposes.
(c)
Market risk
Foreign exchange risk
Foreign exchange risk is the risk that changes in foreign exchange rates will change the Australian dollar value of the Group’s net
assets or its Australian dollar earnings.
Foreign exchange risk arises when future commercial transactions and recognised assets and liabilities are denominated in a currency
that is not the Group’s functional currency.
The Group is exposed to foreign exchange risk through investing in overseas businesses and deriving operating income from those
businesses. The Group manages this exposure on a consolidated basis.
The majority of derivatives utilised to manage this consolidated exposure are held by the Trust. Therefore, the information provided
below is only meaningful for the Group.
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38.
(c)
Capital and financial risk management (continued)
Market risk (continued)
Foreign exchange risk (continued)
Foreign investment
The Group aims to minimise the impact of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates on its net investments overseas by funding
such investments by borrowing in the local overseas currency or by taking out forward foreign exchange contracts. The Group’s policy
is to hedge 50% - 100% of overseas investments in this way.
The table below sets out the Group’s overseas investments, by currency, and how, through the use of forward foreign exchange
contracts, this exposure is reduced. All figures in the table below are shown in Australian dollars with foreign currency balances
translated at the year-end spot rate:
Australian dollars
New Zealand dollars
US dollars
Consolidated Group
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Receivables and other current assets
Derivative financial instruments
Property held for sale
Investment properties
Property, plant and equipment
Intangible assets
Other non-current assets
Total assets
Liabilities
Payables and other current liabilities
Derivative financial instruments
Interest bearing liabilities
Other non-current liabilities
Total liabilities
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
3,010
29,676
377
-
99,326
449,199
186,732
4,862
773,182
73,108
2,038
143,746
14,731
233,623
4,231
15,506
-
-
95,870
437,235
155,710
103
708,655
48,948
1,463
162,569
10,902
223,882
2015
$’000
324
353
-
-
-
2,003
3,426
16
6,122
793
-
-
-
793
2014
$’000
998
46
-
-
-
2,122
3,596
18
6,780
407
-
-
-
407
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
1,652
4,675
-
-
-
158,480
52,786
(390)
217,203
24,643
193
134,872
22,901
182,609
1,850
10,179
-
10,650
-
70,805
41,931
2,157
137,572
25,513
-
97,703
-
123,216
Net assets
539,559
484,773
5,329
6,373
34,594
14,356
Notional value of derivatives
-
-
-
-
2,441
4,477
Net exposure to foreign exchange
movements
539,559
484,773
5,329
6,373
37,035
18,833
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(c)
Capital and financial risk management (continued)
Market risk (continued)
Foreign exchange risk (continued)
Foreign investment (continued)
ALL Group
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Receivables and other current assets
Property held for sale
Property, plant and equipment
Intangible assets
Other non-current assets
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
2,866
28,834
-
55,120
186,732
4,862
4,146
12,255
-
52,658
155,710
103
Total assets
278,414
224,872
Liabilities
Payables and other current liabilities
Derivative financial instruments
Interest bearing liabilities
Other non-current liabilities
58,464
-
125,613
4,514
40,247
-
125,272
10,950
Total liabilities
188,591
176,469
Australian dollars
New Zealand dollars
US dollars
2015
$’000
275
152
-
-
3,426
16
3,869
426
-
-
-
426
2014
$’000
373
144
-
-
3,596
18
2015
$’000
1,544
4,362
-
158,480
52,786
(390)
2014
$’000
1,678
10,179
10,650
70,805
41,931
2,157
4,131
216,782
137,400
347
-
-
-
347
24,618
129
111,393
22,901
25,496
-
79,615
-
159,041
105,111
Net assets
89,823
48,403
3,443
3,784
57,741
32,289
Net exposure to foreign exchange
movements
89,823
48,403
3,443
3,784
57,741
32,289
The table below demonstrates the sensitivity of the above net exposures to reasonably possible changes in foreign exchange rates,
with all other variables held constant. A negative amount in the table reflects a potential net reduction in the profit, core earnings or
equity, while a positive amount reflects a potential net increase.
Consolidated Group
Profit movement
2015
$’000
(3,367)
4,115
(484)
593
2014
$’000
(1,712)
2,093
(579)
708
AUD:USD - increase 10%
AUD:USD - decrease 10%
AUD:NZD - increase 10%
AUD:NZD - decrease 10%
ALL Group
AUD:USD - increase 10%
AUD:USD - decrease 10%
AUD:NZD - increase 10%
AUD:NZD - decrease 10%
Core earnings
movement
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Total equity
movement
2015
$’000
(3,367)
4,115
(484)
593
2014
$’000
(1,712)
2,093
(579)
708
Profit movement
Total equity
movement
2015
$’000
(5,249)
6,416
(312)
384
2014
$’000
(2,935)
3,588
(344)
420
2015
$’000
(5,249)
6,416
(312)
384
2014
$’000
(2,935)
3,588
(344)
420
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38.
(c)
Capital and financial risk management (continued)
Market risk (continued)
Foreign exchange risk (continued)
Foreign income
Through investing in overseas assets, the Group earns foreign denominated income. Net operating income derived is naturally offset
by local currency denominated expenses including interest and tax.
From time to time, the Group uses forward foreign exchange contracts to convert this net foreign denominated currency exposure
back to Australian dollars at pre-determined rates out into the future. At reporting date, the Group has no hedging in place over USD
or NZD income.
Interest rate risk
Interest rate risk is the risk that changes in market interest rates will impact the earnings of the Group.
The Group is exposed to interest rate risk predominantly through borrowings. The Group manages this exposure on a consolidated
basis. The Group applies benchmark hedging bands across its differing interest rate exposures and utilises interest rate swaps, to
exchange floating interest rates to fixed interest rates, to manage its exposure between these bands. Compliance with the policy is
reviewed regularly by management and is reported to the Board each meeting.
The Group has exposures to interest rate risk on its net monetary liabilities, mitigated by the use of interest rate swaps, as shown in the
table below. The table also demonstrates the sensitivity to reasonably possible changes in interest rates, with all other variables held
constant. A negative amount in the table reflects a potential net reduction in the profit, core earnings or equity, while a positive
amount reflects a potential net increase.
Consolidated Group
Fixed rates
Interest bearing liabilities
Floating rates
Cash and cash equivalents
Interest bearing liabilities
Australian interest
US interest
2015
$’000
-
-
2014
$’000
(61)
(61)
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
-
-
-
-
3,334
(144,400)
(141,066)
5,229
(163,400)
(158,171)
1,652
(135,361)
(133,709)
1,850
(98,151)
(96,301)
Interest rate swaps
70,000
100,000
61,198
31,813
Net interest rate exposure
(71,066)
(58,171)
(72,511)
(64,488)
Refer to Note 14 for further details on the interest rate swaps.
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38.
(c)
Capital and financial risk management (continued)
Market risk (continued)
Interest rate risk (continued)
ALL Group
Fixed rates
Interest bearing liabilities
Floating rates
Cash and cash equivalents
Interest bearing liabilities
Interest rate swaps
Net interest rate exposure
Interest rate sensitivity
Australian interest
US interest
2015
$’000
-
-
2014
$’000
(61)
(61)
2015
$’000
-
-
2014
$’000
-
-
3,141
(125,613)
(122,472)
4,519
(125,211)
(120,692)
1,544
(111,835)
(110,291)
1,678
(80,005)
(78,327)
-
-
39,063
31,813
(122,472)
(120,692)
(71,228)
(46,514)
Consolidated Group
Profit movement
Core earnings
movement
Total equity
movement
1% increase in AUD rate
1% decrease in AUD rate
1% increase in USD rate
1% decrease in USD rate
ALL Group
1% increase in AUD rate
1% decrease in AUD rate
1% increase in USD rate
1% decrease in USD rate
2015
$’000
(698)
698
(745)
745
2014
$’000
(537)
537
(689)
689
2015
$’000
(711)
711
(725)
725
2014
$’000
(582)
582
(645)
645
Profit movement
2015
$’000
(1,225)
1,225
(712)
712
2014
$’000
(1,207)
1,207
(509)
509
2015
$’000
1,296
(1,296)
429
(429)
2015
$’000
(1,225)
1,225
36
(36)
2014
$’000
593
(593)
(66)
66
Total equity
movement
2014
$’000
(1,207)
1,207
113
(113)
At reporting date, the Group has fixed 46.9% (2014: 50.4%) of its floating interest exposure.
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38.
(d)
Capital and financial risk management (continued)
Liquidity risk
Liquidity risk arises if the Group has insufficient liquid assets to meet its short term obligations. Liquidity risk is managed by
maintaining sufficient cash balances and adequate committed credit facilities. Prudent liquidity management implies maintaining
sufficient cash and marketable securities, the availability of funding through an adequate amount of committed credit facilities and
the ability to close out market positions. The instruments entered into by the Group were selected to ensure sufficient funds would be
available to meet the ongoing cash requirements of the Group.
The following tables provide the contractual maturity of the Group’s and ALL Group’s fixed and floating rate financial liabilities and
derivatives as at 30 June 2015. The amounts presented represent the future contractual undiscounted principal and interest cash flows
and therefore do not equate to the values shown in the Balance Sheets. Repayments which are subject to notice are treated as if
notice were given immediately.
Consolidated Group
2015
Payables
Term debt
Interest rate swaps designated as hedges
of the term debt
Forward foreign exchange contracts
Total undiscounted financial liabilities
Consolidated Group
2014
Book
value
$’000
Less than
1 year
$’000
1 to 2
years
$’000
2 to 3
years
$’000
3 to 4
years
$’000
4 to 5
years
$’000
Over 5
years
$’000
91,323
279,761
91,323
7,826
-
196,279
-
85,936
2,231
(377)
1,472
644
372,938 102,022 198,395
1,440
1,433
769
-
86,705
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Book
value
$’000
Less than
1 year
$’000
1 to 2
years
$’000
2 to 3
years
$’000
3 to 4
years
$’000
4 to 5
years
$’000
Over 5
years
$’000
Payables
Finance leases
Term debt
Interest rate swaps designated as hedges
of the term debt
Forward foreign exchange contracts
Total undiscounted financial liabilities
69,065
61
261,551
69,065
61
8,880
-
-
8,880
-
-
195,616
-
-
69,020
1,443
20
332,140
881
4,597
83,484
796
-
817
-
9,676 196,433
-
-
69,020
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
ALL Group
2015
Book
value
$’000
Less than
1 year
$’000
1 to 2
years
$’000
2 to 3
years
$’000
3 to 4
years
$’000
4 to 5
years
$’000
Over 5
years
$’000
Payables
Term debt
Loan from the Trust
Interest rate swaps designated as hedges
of the term debt
Total undiscounted financial liabilities
76,287
110,547
126,901
76,287
1,762
5,824
-
69,650
132,725
-
41,536
-
129
313,864
318
298
84,191 202,673
-
41,536
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
ALL Group
2014
Payables
Finance leases
Term debt
Loan from the Trust
Interest rate swaps designated as hedges
of the term debt
Total undiscounted financial liabilities
Book
value
$’000
Less than
1 year
$’000
60,287
61
79,851
125,365
60,287
61
1,225
6,547
1 to 2
years
$’000
-
-
1,225
6,547
2 to 3
years
$’000
-
-
74,329
6,547
3 to 4
years
$’000
4 to 5
years
$’000
Over 5
years
$’000
-
-
-
-
5,620
-
6,547 126,477
48
265,612
270
68,390
270
8,042
254
81,130
-
-
12,167 126,477
-
-
-
-
-
-
Total
$’000
91,323
290,041
3,681
2,077
387,122
Total
$’000
69,065
61
282,396
2,494
4,597
358,613
Total
$’000
76,287
112,948
138,549
616
328,400
Total
$’000
60,287
61
82,399
152,665
794
296,206
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38.
Capital and financial risk management (continued)
(e)
Credit risk
Credit risk is the risk that a contracting entity will not complete its obligations under a financial instrument and cause the Group to
make a financial loss. The Group has exposure to credit risk on all of its financial assets included in the Group’s Balance Sheet.
The Group manages credit risk on receivables by performing credit reviews of prospective debtors, obtaining collateral where
appropriate and performing detailed reviews on any debtor arrears. The Group has policies to review the aggregate exposures of
receivables and tenancies across its portfolio. The Group has no significant concentrations of credit risk on its trade receivables. The
Group holds collateral in the form of security deposits or bank guarantees, over some receivables.
For derivative financial instruments, there is only a credit risk where the contracting entity is liable to pay the Group in the event of a
close out. The Group has policies that limit the amount of credit exposure to any financial institution. Derivative counterparties and
cash transactions are limited to investment grade counterparties in accordance with the Group’s FRM policy. The Group monitors the
public credit rating of its counterparties.
No credit risk has been allocated to cash and cash equivalents. Credit risk adjustments relating to receivables have been applied in line
with the policy set out in Note 1(d). No fair value adjustment has been made to derivative financial assets, with the impact of credit risk
being minimal. The Group’s maximum exposure to credit risk is noted in the table below.
Details the concentration of credit exposure of the Group’s assets is as follows:
Cash and cash equivalents
Receivables - Australasia
Receivables - US
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
4,986
9,539
1,317
15,842
2014
$’000
7,079
7,157
259
14,495
2015
$’000
4,685
11,893
1,317
17,895
2014
$’000
6,197
7,503
259
13,959
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38.
(e)
Capital and financial risk management (continued)
Credit risk (continued)
All cash, derivative financial instruments and interest bearing receivables are neither past due nor impaired.
The table below shows the ageing analysis of those receivables which are past due or impaired:
Past due but not impaired
Impaired
Total
Less than 30 days
$’000
31 to 60 days
$’000
61 to 90 days More than 90 days
$’000
$’000
$’000
$’000
Consolidated Group
2015
Receivables - Australasia
Receivables - US
Consolidated Group
2014
Receivables - Australasia
Receivables - US
ALL Group
2015
Receivables - Australasia
Receivables - US
ALL Group
2014
Receivables - Australasia
Receivables - US
555
115
670
1,771
1
1,772
555
115
670
1,771
1
1,772
262
31
293
407
-
407
262
31
293
407
-
407
97
7
104
124
-
124
97
7
104
124
-
124
222
23
245
52
37
89
222
23
245
52
37
89
679
-
679
804
-
804
679
-
679
804
-
804
1,815
176
1,991
3,158
38
3,196
1,815
176
1,991
3,158
38
3,196
Based on a review of receivables by management, a provision of $459,000 (2014: $522,000) has been made against receivables with a
gross balance of $679,000 (2014: $804,000).
The Group holds collateral against the impaired receivables in the form of bank guarantees and security deposits; however, these are
not material.
There are no significant financial assets that have had renegotiated terms that would otherwise have been past due or impaired.
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39.
(a)
Fair value measurement
Fair value hierarchy
The Group measures and recognises the following assets and liabilities at fair value on a recurring basis:
Derivative financial instruments;
Land and buildings; and
Investment properties.
AASB 13 Fair Value Measurement requires disclosure of fair value measurements by level of the following fair value measurement
hierarchy:
(a)
(b)
(c)
Quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (level 1);
Inputs other than quoted prices included within level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or
indirectly (level 2); and
Inputs for the asset or liability that are not based on observable market data (unobservable inputs) (level 3).
The following table provides the fair value measurement hierarchy of the Group’s assets and liabilities:
Consolidated Group
2015
Assets measured at fair value:
Investment properties
Property, plant and equipment(1)
Derivative financial instruments
Liabilities measured at fair value:
Derivative financial instruments
Liabilities for which fair values are disclosed:
Interest bearing liabilities (refer to Note 39(c))
2014
Assets measured at fair value:
Investment properties
Property, plant and equipment(1)
Property held for sale
Liabilities measured at fair value:
Derivative financial instruments
Liabilities for which fair values are disclosed:
Interest bearing liabilities (refer to Note 39(c))
(1) Land and buildings and major rides and attractions.
Level 1
$’000
Level 2
$’000
Level 3
$’000
Total
$’000
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
377
2,231
279,761
99,326
395,779
-
99,326
395,779
377
-
-
2,231
279,761
Level 1
$’000
Level 2
$’000
Level 3
$’000
Total
$’000
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
95,870
346,626
10,650
95,870
346,626
10,650
1,463
261,612
-
-
1,463
261,612
There has been no transfer between level 1 and level 2 during the year. For changes in level 3 items for the periods ended 30 June
2015 and 30 June 2014, refer to Notes 16, 18 and 19.
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39.
(a)
Fair value measurement (continued)
Fair value hierarchy (continued)
The following table provides the fair value measurement hierarchy of the ALL Group’s assets and liabilities:
ALL Group
2015
Assets measured at fair value:
Property, plant and equipment(1)
Liabilities measured at fair value:
Derivative financial instruments
Liabilities for which fair values are disclosed:
Interest bearing liabilities (refer to Note 39(c))
2014
Assets measured at fair value:
Property, plant and equipment(1)
Liabilities measured at fair value:
Derivative financial instruments
Liabilities for which fair values are disclosed:
Interest bearing liabilities (refer to Note 39(c))
(1) Land and buildings and major rides and attractions.
Level 1
$’000
Level 2
$’000
Level 3
$’000
Total
$’000
-
-
-
Level 1
$’000
-
-
-
-
86,833
86,833
129
237,448
Level 2
$’000
-
-
Level 3
$’000
129
237,448
Total
$’000
-
50,437
50,437
48
205,277
-
-
48
205,277
There has been no transfer between level 1 and level 2 during the year. For changes in level 3 items for the periods ended 30 June
2015 and 30 June 2014, refer to Note 19.
The Group’s policy is to recognise transfers into and transfers out of fair value hierarchy levels as at the end of the year.
The Group did not measure any financial assets or financial liabilities at fair value on a non-recurring basis as at 30 June 2015.
(b)
Valuation techniques used to derive level 2 and level 3 fair values
The fair value of financial instruments that are not traded in an active market (eg, over–the–counter derivatives) is determined using
valuation techniques. These valuation techniques maximise the use of observable market data where it is available and rely as little as
possible on entity specific estimates. If all significant inputs required to fair value an instrument are observable, the instrument is
included in level 2. If one or more of the significant inputs is not based on observable market data, the instrument is included in level 3.
This is the case for unlisted equity securities.
Specific valuation techniques used to value financial instruments include:
The use of quoted market prices or dealer quotes for similar instruments;
The fair value of interest rate swaps is calculated as the present value of the estimated future cash flows based on
observable yield curves; and
The fair value of forward foreign exchange contracts is determined using forward exchange rates at the balance date.
All of the resulting fair value estimates are included in level 2. There are no level 3 financial instruments in either the Group or the ALL
Group.
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39.
(b)
Fair value measurement (continued)
Valuation techniques used to derive level 2 and level 3 fair values (continued)
The fair value of investment properties is determined in line with the policy set out in Note 1(f), with all resulting fair value estimates
included in level 3. The current use is considered to be the highest and best use for all investment properties in the Group.
Fair value measurements using significant unobservable inputs
For changes in level 3 items for the periods ended 30 June 2015 and 2014 refer to the investment properties and property, plant and
equipment Notes 18 and 19.
Valuation inputs and relationships to fair value
The significant unobservable inputs associated with the valuation of the Group’s investment properties are as follows:
Marinas
Capitalisation rate (%)
8.6 – 13.7
Discount rate (%)
10.8 - 11.7
Annual net property
income ($’000)
330 – 2,311
The fair value of land and buildings and major rides and attractions is determined in line with the policy set out in Note 1(g), with all
resulting fair value estimates included in level 3.
Dreamworld and WhiteWater World
SkyPoint
Capitalisation rate (%)
9.4
14.7
Discount rate (%)
15.0
16.3
Annual net property
income ($’000)
29,388
4,190
The sensitivity of the fair values of the investment properties and land and buildings in relation to the significant unobservable inputs
are set out in the table below:
Fair value measurement sensitivity to significant increase
in input
Fair value measurement sensitivity to significant decrease
in input
Decrease
Increase
Decrease
Increase
Increase
Decrease
Capitalisation rate (%)
Discount rate (%)
Annual net property
income ($’000)
When calculating the income capitalisation approach, the net market rent has a strong inter-relationship with the adopted
capitalisation rate given the methodology involves assessing the total income receivable from the property and capitalising this in
perpetuity to derive a capital value. In theory, an increase in the income and an increase (softening) in the adopted capitalisation rate
could potentially offset the impact to the fair value. The same can be said for a decrease in the income and a decrease (tightening) in
the adopted capitalisation rate. A directionally opposite change in the income and the adopted capitalisation rate could potentially
magnify the impact to the fair value.
There are no other significant inter-relationships between unobservable inputs that materially affect the fair value.
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39.
(c)
Fair value measurement (continued)
Fair values of other financial instruments
The Group also has a number of financial instruments which are not measured at fair value in the Balance Sheet. For the majority of
these instruments, the fair values are not materially different to their carrying amounts, since the interest receivable/payable is either
close to the current market rates or the instruments are short term in nature. Significant differences were identified for the following
instruments at 30 June 2015:
Consolidated Group
Interest bearing liabilities
ALL Group
Interest bearing liabilities
Carrying
amount
2015
$’000
Fair value Discount rate
2015
$’000
2015
%
Carrying
amount
2014
$’000
Fair value Discount rate
2014
$’000
2014
%
279,761
279,796
2.80
261,612
254,831
4.75
237,448
240,010
2.80
205,277
198,610
4.75
In determining the fair value of the interest bearing liabilities, the Group’s principal payable of $279.8 million (2014: $261.6 million) has
been discounted at a rate of 2.80% (2014: 4.75%) to best reflect the price that market participants would use when transferring the
non-current borrowings, assuming that market participants act in their economic best interest. They are classified as level 3 fair values
in the fair value hierarchy due to the use of unobservable inputs, including own credit risk. Own credit risk has been included for the
first time in the current financial year following the adoption of AASB 13 Fair Value Measurement.
40.
Contingent liabilities
Unless otherwise disclosed in the financial statements, there are no material contingent liabilities.
41.
(a)
Capital and lease commitments
Capital commitments
Capital expenditure contracted for at the reporting date but not recognised as liabilities is as follows:
Property, plant and equipment
Payable:
Within one year
Consolidated
Group
2015
Consolidated
Group
2014
ALL Group
2015
ALL Group
2014
$’000
$’000
$’000
$’000
3,331
3,331
1,204
1,204
3,331
3,331
1,204
1,204
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41.
(b)
Capital and lease commitments (continued)
Lease commitments
Within one year
Later than one year but not later than five years
Later than five years
Representing:
Cancellable operating leases
Non-cancellable operating leases
Finance leases
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
83,368
272,461
259,110
614,939
415
614,524
-
614,939
67,885
228,243
197,222
493,350
451
492,837
62
493,350
ALL Group
2015
$’000
33,798
124,577
188,130
346,505
415
346,090
-
346,505
ALL Group
2014
$’000
25,418
94,226
128,633
248,277
451
247,764
62
248,277
Operating leases
The majority of non-cancellable operating leases in the Group relate to property leases.
Non-cancellable operating leases in the ALL Group include base rentals payable to the Trust in accordance with the leases for
Dreamworld, marina, bowling centre and health club properties. Further amounts are payable in respect of these properties; however,
the additional rental calculations are unable to be determined at reporting date as a result of the calculations being based upon future
profits of the businesses.
Commitments for minimum lease payments in relation to non-cancellable operating leases are payable as follows:
Within one year
Later than one year but not later than five years
Later than five years
Finance leases
Commitments in relation to finance leases are payable as follows:
Within one year
Later than one year but not later than five years
Minimum lease payments
Less: future finance charges
Total lease liabilities
Representing lease liabilities:
Current
Non-current
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
82,956
272,457
259,111
614,524
67,601
228,014
197,222
492,837
33,386
124,573
188,131
346,090
25,134
93,996
128,634
247,764
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
62
-
62
(1)
61
61
-
61
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
62
-
62
(1)
61
61
-
61
In the prior financial year, the Group had an asset under a finance lease with a carrying value of $492,000. The finance lease now
expired and the Group now owns this asset. Refer to Note 19.
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42.
Deed of Cross Guarantee
In 2006, ALL, Bowling Centres Australia Pty Limited, Bowl Australia Holdings Pty Limited, Tidebelt Pty Limited and Bowling Centres
Australia Catering Services Pty Limited entered into a Deed of Cross Guarantee under which each company guarantees the debts of
the others. In 2010, Ardent Leisure Health Clubs 1 Pty Limited, Ardent Leisure Health Clubs 2 Pty Limited, Goodlife Health Clubs
Holdings Pty Limited, Goodlife Operations Pty Limited, Ardent Boat Share Pty Limited and Ardent Boat Share Finance Limited
executed an Assumption Deed and became parties to the Deed of Cross Guarantee. On 9 October 2012, Fenix Holdings Pty Limited
and its controlled entities executed an Assumption Deed and became parties to the Deed of Cross Guarantee. On 28 April 2014,
Hypoxi Australia Pty Ltd executed an Assumption Deed and became a party to the Deed of Cross Guarantee. On 25 November 2014,
Hypoxi North America Pty Limited executed an Assumption Deed and became a party to the Deed of Cross Guarantee.
On 1 July 2012, a Revocation Deed was executed whereby Ardent Boat Share Pty Limited, Ardent Boat Share Finance Limited, Bowl
Australia Holdings Pty Limited, Bowling Centres Australia Catering Services Pty Limited and Tidebelt Pty Limited were released from
the Deed of Cross Guarantee.
By entering into the deeds, Bowling Centres Australia Pty Limited, Goodlife Operations Pty Limited, Ardent Leisure Health Clubs 1 Pty
Limited, Fenix Holdings Pty Limited and Hypoxi Australia Pty Ltd have been relieved from the requirement to prepare a financial
report and Directors’ report under Class Order 98/1418 (as amended) issued by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission.
(a)
Consolidated Income Statement
ALL, Bowling Centres Australia Pty Limited, Ardent Leisure Health Clubs 1 Pty Limited, Ardent Leisure Health Clubs 2 Pty Limited,
Goodlife Health Clubs Holdings Pty Limited, Goodlife Operations Pty Limited, Hypoxi Australia Pty Ltd and Hypoxi North America Pty
Limited represent a ‘Closed Group’ for the purposes of the Class Order.
Set out below is a consolidated Income Statement for the year ended 30 June 2015 of the Closed Group:
Revenue from operating activities
Purchases of finished goods
Salary and employee benefits
Borrowing costs
Property expenses
Depreciation and amortisation
Advertising and promotions
Repairs and maintenance
Impairment of property, plant and equipment
Business acquisition costs
Pre-opening expenses
Other expenses
Loss before tax benefit
Income tax benefit
Loss for the year
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
415,742
404,224
(32,578)
(165,036)
(8,356)
(129,430)
(18,956)
(15,499)
(19,249)
(1,822)
(1,938)
(916)
(38,133)
(16,171)
4,005
(12,166)
(32,140)
(156,564)
(11,015)
(124,956)
(14,400)
(15,734)
(17,737)
-
(277)
(407)
(36,776)
(5,782)
3,008
(2,774)
(b)
Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income
Set out below is a consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income for the year ended 30 June 2015 of the Closed Group:
Loss for the year
Other comprehensive income for the year
Total comprehensive income for the year
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2015
$’000
(12,166)
-
(12,166)
2014
$’000
(2,774)
-
(2,774)
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
42.
(c)
Deed of Cross Guarantee (continued)
Consolidated Balance Sheet
Set out below is a consolidated Balance Sheet as at 30 June 2015 of the Closed Group:
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Receivables
Inventories
Current tax receivables
Other
Total current assets
Non-current assets
Property, plant and equipment
Livestock
Intangible assets
Deferred tax assets
Investment in controlled entities
Total non-current assets
Total assets
Current liabilities
Payables
Interest bearing liabilities
Provisions
Other
Total current liabilities
Non-current liabilities
Payables
Provisions
Total non-current liabilities
Total liabilities
Net assets
Equity
Contributed equity
Reserves
Accumulated losses
Total equity
2015
$’000
2,844
11,219
8,766
8,279
2,084
33,192
55,168
245
169,149
4,298
49,804
278,664
311,856
52,651
-
3,237
1,222
57,110
127,231
4,514
131,745
188,855
123,001
155,262
-
(32,261)
123,001
2014
$’000
4,128
7,035
7,566
1,549
4,963
25,241
46,245
300
135,520
2,105
49,730
233,900
259,141
47,432
61
3,272
1,296
52,061
196,081
1,625
197,706
249,767
9,374
16,309
(2,310)
(4,625)
9,374
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
42.
(d)
Deed of Cross Guarantee (continued)
Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity
Set out below is a consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity for the year ended 30 June 2015 of the Closed Group:
Contributed
equity
$’000
Reserves
$’000
Accumulated
losses
$’000
Total equity at 30 June 2013
Total comprehensive income
Contributions of equity, net of issue costs
Total equity at 30 June 2014
Total comprehensive income
Reserve transfers
Dividends paid and payable
Contributions of equity, net of issue costs
Total equity at 30 June 2015
43.
(a)
Parent entity financial information
Summary financial information
Balance sheet
Current assets
Total assets
Current liabilities
Total liabilities
Equity
Contributed equity
Reserves
(Accumulated losses)/retained profits
14,202
-
2,107
16,309
-
-
-
138,953
155,262
(2,310)
-
-
(2,310)
-
2,310
-
-
(1,851)
(2,774)
-
(4,625)
(12,166)
(2,310)
(13,160)
-
-
(32,261)
123,001
Total
$’000
10,041
(2,774)
2,107
9,374
(12,166)
-
(13,160)
138,953
Consolidated
Group
2015
$’000
Consolidated
Group
2014
$’000
ALL Group
2015
$’000
ALL Group
2014
$’000
10,447
606,122
21,117
195,965
11,129
666,435
17,854
199,559
15,152
223,167
27,360
67,538
7,616
181,702
18,862
164,353
449,919
(4,921)
(34,841)
497,603
(2,907)
(27,820)
155,262
-
367
410,157
466,876
155,629
16,309
(2,310)
3,350
17,349
Profit for the year
34,507
45,710
12,487
23,528
Total comprehensive income for the year
33,624
46,174
12,487
23,528
(b)
Guarantees
In June 2013, Ardent Leisure Trust and Ardent Leisure Limited entered into an agreement to guarantee the obligations of Ardent
Leisure US Holding Inc. (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ardent Leisure Limited) under the terms of the Group’s extended syndicated
facility arrangements as disclosed in Note 24.
Excluding the above and the deed of cross guarantee (refer to Note 42), there are no other material guarantees entered into by Ardent
Leisure Limited and Ardent Leisure Trust in relation to the debts of their subsidiaries.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 30 June 2015
43.
(c)
Parent entity financial information (continued)
Contingent liabilities
Ardent Leisure Trust and Ardent Leisure Limited did not have any contingent liabilities at 30 June 2015 or 30 June 2014.
(d)
Contractual commitments for the acquisition of property, plant and equipment
Capital expenditure contracted for at the reporting date but not recognised as liabilities is as follows:
Property, plant and equipment
Payable:
Within one year
Consolidated
Group
Consolidated
Group
ALL Group
ALL Group
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
2015
$’000
2014
$’000
-
-
-
-
2,943
2,943
1,167
1,167
Commitments with respect to the above property, plant and equipment have been incurred by ALL on behalf of the Trust for the
Australian and New Zealand geographic segments totalling $2,943,000 (2014: $1,167,000). Any commitments relating to the
Australian and New Zealand geographic segments will therefore be subsequently reimbursed by the Trust the month following
payment.
44.
Events occurring after reporting date
Subsequent to year end, a distribution of 5.5 cents per stapled security has been declared by the Board of Directors. The total
distribution amount of $24.3 million will be paid on or before 31 August 2015 in respect of the half year ended 30 June 2015.
Effective 11 August 2015, the Group completed refinancing of its syndicated loan facilities. This has resulted in an increase in the
available USD facilities to US$280.0 million (30 June 2015: US$160.0 million) and an extended tenure maturing in equal tranches of
three, four and five years respectively. Australian dollar facilities remain at $200.0 million (30 June 2015: $200.0 million) however have
been similarly extended to mature in equal tranches of three, four and five years respectively.
Since the end of the financial year, the Directors of the Manager and ALL are not aware of any other matters or circumstances not
otherwise dealt with in financial report or the Directors’ report that has significantly affected or may significantly affect the operations
of the Group, the results of those operations or the state of affairs of the Group in financial years subsequent to the year ended 30 June
2015.
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Directors’ declaration to stapled security
holders
Directors’ declaration to stapled security holders
In the opinion of the Directors of Ardent Leisure Management Limited and Ardent Leisure Limited:
(a) The financial statements and notes of Ardent Leisure Trust and its controlled entities, including Ardent Leisure Limited and its
controlled entities (Ardent Leisure Group) and Ardent Leisure Limited and its controlled entities (ALL Group) set out on pages 36
to 115 are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001, including:
(i)
complying with Accounting Standards, the Corporations Regulations 2001 and other mandatory professional reporting
requirements; and
(ii) giving a true and fair view of the Ardent Leisure Group’s and ALL Group’s financial position as at 30 June 2015 and of their
performance, as represented by the results of their operations, their changes in equity and their cash flows, for the financial
year ended on that date;
(b) There are reasonable grounds to believe that both the Ardent Leisure Group and ALL Group will be able to pay their debts as and
when they become due and payable;
(c) Note 1(a) confirms that the financial statements also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by
International Accounting Standards Board; and
(d) At the date of this declaration, there are reasonable grounds to believe that the members of the Closed Group identified in Note
42 will be able to meet any obligations or liabilities to which they are, or may become, subject by virtue of the Deed of Cross
Guarantee as described in Note 42.
The Directors have been given the declarations by the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer required by section 295A of
the Corporations Act 2001.
This declaration is made in accordance with a resolution of the Boards of Directors.
Neil Balnaves AO
Chairman
Sydney
18 August 2015
Deborah Thomas
Managing Director
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Independent auditor’s report to the stapled security holders of
Ardent Leisure Group and Ardent Leisure Limited Group
Report on the financial report
We have audited the accompanying financial report which comprises:
The balance sheet as at 30 June 2015, the income statement, statement of comprehensive
income, statement of changes in equity and statement of cash flows for the year ended on that
date, a summary of significant accounting policies, other explanatory notes and the directors’
declaration for Ardent Leisure Group (the consolidated stapled entity). The consolidated
stapled entity, as described in Note 1 to the financial report, comprises Ardent Leisure Trust
(the trust) and the entities it controlled at year’s end or from time to time during the financial
year.
The balance sheet as at 30 June 2015, the income statement, statement of comprehensive
income, statement of changes in equity and statement of cash flows for the year ended on that
date, a summary of significant accounting policies, other explanatory notes and the directors’
declaration for Ardent Leisure Limited Group (the ALL Group). The ALL Group, comprises
Ardent Leisure Limited (the company or ALL) and the entities it controlled at year’s end or
from time to time during the financial year.
Directors’ responsibility for the financial report
The directors of the Ardent Leisure Limited and the Ardent Leisure Management Limited, the
responsible entity of the Ardent Leisure Trust, (collectively referred to as the “directors”) are
responsible for the preparation of the financial report that gives a true and fair view in accordance with
Australian Accounting Standards and the Corporations Act 2001 and for such internal control as the
directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of the financial report that is free from
material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In Note Note 1, the directors also state, in
accordance with Accounting Standard AASB 101 Presentation of Financial Statements, that the
financial statements comply with International Financial Reporting Standards.
Auditor’s responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial report based on our audit. We conducted
our audit in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. Those standards require that we comply
with relevant ethical requirements relating to audit engagements and plan and perform the audit to
obtain reasonable assurance whether the financial report is free from material misstatement.
An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures
in the financial report. The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgement, including the
assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial report, whether due to fraud or error.
In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity’s
preparation and fair presentation of the financial report in order to design audit procedures that are
appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness
of the entity’s internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting
policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the directors, as well as
evaluating the overall presentation of the financial report.
PricewaterhouseCoopers, ABN 52 780 433 757
Riverside Centre, 123 Eagle Street, BRISBANE QLD 4000, GPO Box 150, BRISBANE QLD 4001
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Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.
For personal use only We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for
our audit opinion.
Independence
In conducting our audit, we have complied with the independence requirements of the Corporations
Act 2001.
Auditor’s opinion
In our opinion:
(a)
the financial report of Ardent Leisure Group and Ardent Leisure Limited Group is in accordance
with the Corporations Act 2001, including:
(i)
giving a true and fair view of the consolidated stapled entity's and consolidated ALL
Group entity’s financial position as at 30 June 2015 and of their performance for the year
ended on that date; and
(ii)
complying with Australian Accounting Standards (including the Australian Accounting
Interpretations) and the Corporations Regulations 2001.
(b)
the financial report and notes also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards as
disclosed in Note Note 1.
Report on the Remuneration Report
We have audited the remuneration report included in pages 13 to 31 of the directors’ report for the year
ended 30 June 2015. The directors are responsible for the preparation and presentation of the
remuneration report in accordance with section 300A of the Corporations Act 2001. Our
responsibility is to express an opinion on the remuneration report, based on our audit conducted in
accordance with Australian Auditing Standards.
Auditor’s opinion
In our opinion, the remuneration report of Ardent Leisure Group and Ardent Leisure Limited for the
year ended 30 June 2015 complies with section 300A of the Corporations Act 2001.
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Timothy J Allman
Partner
Brisbane
18 August 2015
For personal use only No. of Securities
85,147,349
72,164,546
54,674,441
29,642,317
24,789,390
6,673,434
4,853,420
4,692,067
4,227,006
3,715,118
2,673,210
2,066,243
1,933,002
1,318,776
1,061,823
901,603
820,332
751,848
735,267
622,000
303,463,192
138,858,914
%
19.25
16.31
12.36
6.70
5.60
1.51
1.10
1.06
0.96
0.84
0.60
0.47
0.44
0.30
0.24
0.20
0.19
0.17
0.17
0.14
68.61
31.39
Investor Analysis
Investor Analysis
Top 20 Investors as at 18 August 2015
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
National Nominees Limited
JP Morgan Nominees Australia Limited
HSBC Custody Nominees (Australia) Limited
BNP Paribas Noms Pty Ltd
Citicorp Nominees Pty Limited
National Nominees Limited
AMP Life Limited
Ragusa Pty Ltd
Citicorp Nominees Pty Limited
Ragusa Pty Ltd
RBC Investor Services Australia Nominees Pty Limited
Balnaves Foundation Pty Ltd
BNP Paribas Noms (NZ) Ltd
Ragusa Pty Ltd
Ragusa Pty Limited
The Australian National University
UBS Wealth Management Australia Nominees Pty Ltd
Invia Custodian Pty Limited
Sevanlab Super Pty Ltd
Mr Alan Geoffrey Blackburn
Total
Balance of Register
Grand Total
Range Report as at 18 August 2015
100,001 and Over
10,001 to 100,000
5,001 to 10,000
1,001 to 5,000
1 to 1,000
Total
No. of Securities
328,294,025
83,406,574
16,933,175
12,585,237
1,103,095
442,322,106
%
74.22
18.86
3.83
2.85
0.25
100.00
442,322,106
100.00
No of Holders
147
3,292
2,223
4,350
2,435
12,447
%
1.18
26.45
17.86
34.95
19.56
100.00
The total number of investors with an unmarketable parcel of 51,958 securities as at 18 August 2015 was 852.
Voting Rights
On a poll, each investor has, in relation to resolutions of the Trust, one vote for each dollar value of their total units held in the
Trust and in relation to resolutions of the Company, one vote for each share held in the Company.
On-Market Buy-back
There is no current on-market buy-back program in place.
Substantial Shareholder Notices Received as at 18 August 2015
National Australia Bank Limited
FIL Ltd
Ausbil Investment Management Limited
JCP Investment Partners Ltd
Bennelong Funds Management Group Pty Ltd
BT Investment Management Limited
Stapling Disclosure
No. of Securities
42,526,796
40,478,296
30,939,841
27,951,149
23,405,643
22,815,453
%
9.61
9.15
7.05
6.32
5.29
5.63
The ASX reserves the right (but without limiting its absolute discretion) to remove the Company or the Trust or both from the
official list if any of the shares and the units cease to be “stapled” together or any equity securities issued by the Company or
Trust which are not stapled to equivalent securities in the other entity.
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Investor Relations
Investor Relations
Information relating to Ardent Leisure can be found at www ardentleisure.com.au.
The website is a useful source of information about the Group and its business and property portfolio. The site contains a variety of
investor information, including presentations, webcasts, newsletters, half year updates, annual reports, distribution history and
timetable, security price information and announcements to the ASX.
Corporate Governance Statement
In accordance with the ASX Listing Rules, the Group’s
Corporate Governance Statement dated 30 June 2015 is
published and located in the Corporate Governance page of
the Group’s website
(http://www.ardentleisure.com.au/Company/Corporate-
Governance.aspx). A copy has also been provided to the ASX.
Investor benefits program
The investor benefits program aims to provide investors with
an opportunity to experience and enjoy Ardent Leisure assets.
Investors with a minimum of 2,000 stapled securities are
entitled to discounts and incentives to allow investors and
their families to engage with and enjoy the various leisure
activities offered by the Group. For more details on the current
benefits offered under the program and how to participate,
please visit the Investor Centre page at
www.ardentleisure.com.au. Note that the investor benefits
offerings are subject to change and the program terms and
conditions.
The investor benefits program does not have a material
impact on the income of the Group.
Distribution payments and annual taxation
statement
Distributions are currently payable twice a year and received
by investors approximately seven to eight weeks after each
half year end. To view your 2014/15 annual taxation statement
online, please visit the Link Investor Service Centre at
www.linkmarketservices.com.au.
Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP)
The DRP price for the half year ended 30 June 2015 was
$2.1553 per stapled security. Please note that the terms and
conditions of the DRP may vary from time to time. Details of
any changes (and whether the DRP continues to operate or is
suspended) will be announced to the ASX.
Contact details
Security registry
To access information on your holding or to update/change
your details, contact:
Link Market Services Limited
Locked Bag A14
Sydney South NSW 1235
Telephone
1300 720 560 (within Australia)
+61 1300 720 560 (outside Australia)
Facsimile
+61 2 9287 0303
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Website
www.linkmarketservices.com.au
Email
registrars@linkmarketservices.com.au
Manager
All other enquiries relating to your Ardent Leisure Group
investment can be directed to:
Telephone
1800 ARDENT (within Australia)
+61 2 9409 3670 (outside Australia)
Email
investor.relations@ardentleisure.com
Investor complaints
If you have a complaint, please contact us so that we can
assist:
Ardent Leisure Group
Level 16, 61 Lavender Street
Milsons Point NSW 2061
Email
investor.relations@ardentleisure.com
Telephone
1800 ARDENT (within Australia)
Facsimile
+61 2 9409 3679
External dispute resolution
In the event that a complaint cannot be resolved within a
reasonable period of time (usually 45 days) or you are not
satisfied with our response, you can seek assistance from
Financial Ombudsman Service Limited (FOS). FOS provides a
free and independent dispute resolution service to our
investors. FOS’s contact details are below:
Financial Ombudsman Service Limited
GPO Box 3
Melbourne VIC 3001
Email
info@fos.org.au
Telephone
1300 780 808 (within Australia)
Facsimile
+61 3 9613 6399
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Corporate Directory
Corporate Directory
Manager
Ardent Leisure Management Limited
ABN 36 079 630 676
AFSL No. 247010
Company
Ardent Leisure Limited
ABN 22 104 529 106
Registered office
Level 16, 61 Lavender Street
Milsons Point NSW 2061
Directors
Neil Balnaves AO (Chairman)
Roger Davis
David Haslingden
Don Morris AO
Deborah Thomas
George Venardos
Melanie Willis
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer
Deborah Thomas
Chief Financial Officer
Richard Johnson
Company Secretary
Alan Shedden
Telephone
1800 ARDENT (within Australia)
+61 2 9409 3670 (outside Australia)
Facsimile
(02) 9409 3679 (within Australia)
+61 2 9409 3679 (outside Australia)
Email
investor.relations@ardentleisure.com
Website
www.ardentleisure.com.au
ASX code
AAD
Custodian
Perpetual
Level 15, 20 Bond Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Auditor of the Group
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Riverside Centre
123 Eagle Street
Brisbane QLD 4000
Security registry
Link Market Services Limited
Locked Bag A14
Sydney South NSW 1235
Level 12
680 George Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Telephone
1300 720 560 (within Australia)
+61 1300 720 560 (outside Australia)
Email
registrars@linkmarketservices.com.au
Website
www.linkmarketservices.com.au
To arrange changes of address, or changes in registration of
stapled securities, please contact the registry at the address or
number listed above.
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For personal use only Corporate Governance Statement
This statement has been approved by the Boards of Directors of Ardent Leisure Management Limited and
Ardent Leisure Limited and prepared as at 30 June 2015.
Principle 1 – Lay solid foundations for management and oversight
Board Charter
The Directors of the Group have adopted a Board Charter that sets out the respective roles and
responsibilities of the Board and senior management. The primary role of the Board is to promote the long
term health and prosperity of the Group and to build sustainable value for investors.
Specifically, the Board is responsible for:
Setting objectives, goals and strategic direction;
Approving and monitoring progress of major capital expenditure, capital management,
acquisitions and divestments;
Monitoring financial performance and reporting;
Oversight and approval of accounting, risk management and compliance control systems;
Monitoring the performance of management;
Appointing and removing the Chief Executive Officer (and other Key Management Personnel as
decided from time to time);
Approving the remuneration framework for Directors and the Group’s Key Management
Personnel;
Monitoring compliance with legal obligations and ethical and responsible behaviour; and
Ensuring effective communications with investors and other stakeholders.
The Board Charter also sets out the responsibilities of the Chair and a comprehensive list of matters that
are reserved for the Board of Directors of both the Company and the Manager. In accordance with the list
of matters reserved for the Board, the Board is responsible for:
The strategic plan and annual operating and capital expenditure budgets;
Treasury policies and risk management strategy;
Establishment, acquisition, cessation or disposal of any division or business unit;
Approval of financial statements and any significant changes to accounting policies;
Approval of Dividend / distributions payments;
Appointment and removal of auditors;
Appointment and removal of any of the Chief Executive Officer, the Key Management Personnel
or the Company Secretary;
Committee charters and composition;
Amendments to discretions delegated by the Board;
Key policies including Workplace Health and Safety, Environmental and Sustainability policies;
Changes to the Group’s capital structure including the issue of shares, options, equity instruments
or other securities;
Key public statements which relate to significant issues concerning changes to key strategy or
Group policy; and
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Corporate Governance Statement
30 June 2015
Terms and conditions of the appointment of Directors and the Chief Executive Officer, and
employee equity plans and their allocation.
The Board Charter also sets out key delegations of authority in relation to equity investments, assets
acquisition and disposal, external credit limits, bonds, guarantees and other contingent liabilities.
Directors’ Information
Investors are provided with all material information which the Company has about the Director, in an
explanatory memorandum to the Notice of Meeting, at which the Director will stand for election or re‐
election, to enable them to make an informed decision on whether or not to elect or re‐elect the candidate.
Such information includes their relevant qualifications and experience, details of any offices they currently
hold and any other material former directorships they held, when the Director was first appointed and, if
any, details of the roles they hold in any of the Board’s standing committees.
Agreements with Directors and Key Management Personnel
Each Director enters into a number of agreements with the Company to provide them with a clear
understanding of their roles and responsibilities and of the entity’s expectations of them. These comprise:
the Terms and Conditions of their appointment, the time commitment and any involvement with
committee work and any other special duties expected of their position, their remuneration
entitlements, the various corporate policies with which they are expected to comply, and the
conditions of termination;
a disclosure agreement which obligates them to disclose any relevant and material interests and
any matters which may affect their independence; and
a Deed of Access and Indemnity which sets out the indemnity and insurance arrangements, and
ongoing rights of access to corporate information.
Each of the Key Management Personnel enters into a Service Agreement which sets out their position
remuneration entitlements, ongoing
description, duties and
confidentiality, obligation to comply with all corporate policies, the circumstances in which their service
may be terminated (with or without notice) and any entitlements on termination.
responsibilities,
reporting
lines,
Details on the remuneration of Directors and Key Management Personnel are set out in the Directors’
Report contained within the Annual Financial Report for the year ended 30 June 2015.
Company Secretary
In accordance with the Board Charter, the Company Secretary is appointed and if necessary removed by
the Board and is therefore accountable directly to the board on all matters to do with the proper
functioning of the Board. Each Director also has direct access to the Company Secretary.
The Company Secretary’s role includes:
advising the Board and its committees on governance matters;
monitoring that board and committee policy and procedures are followed;
ensuring that the business at Board and committee meetings is accurately captured in the minutes;
coordinating the timely completion and despatch of Board and committee papers;
and
helping to organise and facilitate the induction and professional development of Directors.
Diversity Policy
On 16 December 2010, the Board adopted a Diversity Policy that aims to promote diversity across the
Group through a number of initiatives.
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Any attempt to change the current status quo is unlikely to drive short term results or change and it was
proposed that the Group adopt a long term approach that focuses on increasing diversity at junior levels
and addressing the various reasons that hinder female promotion and involvement at executive levels.
Accordingly the Directors agreed to target an increase in female participation at a managerial level across
the Group from 36% in 2010 to 50% in 2015.
Following the release of new reporting guidelines under the Workplace Gender Equity Act 2012, the Group
has adopted revised analytics and has segmented our leadership diversity reporting in line with reporting
standards and industry best practice. The definition of Managers used in the table below includes Senior
Executives, Senior Managers and Managers as recommended under the reporting guidelines.
Board of Directors
Senior Management
All Employees
2014
Female
28.6%
47.0%
62.1%
Male
71.4%
53.0%
37.9%
2015
Female
20%
43%
68%
Male
80%
57%
32%
The table above shows the female participation rates across the Group since the Board adopted the
Diversity Policy in December 2010.
The Group supports a number of initiatives aimed at achieving the target increase and has adopted policies
on flexible working arrangements and paid maternity leave.
Director, Board and Committee Evaluation
The Board Charter requires that each Director will participate in an annual performance evaluation which
will be reviewed by the Chair. The process for conducting Board and Director evaluations is similar to that
adopted for the review of the Chief Executive Officer and is conducted in a confidential manner by the
Chair of the Board. The evaluations include areas such as role of the Board, composition, meeting conduct,
behaviours and competencies, governance and risk, ethics and stakeholder relations.
Each committee charter adopted by the Board includes a requirement for an annual self‐assessment by
the committee of its performance and charter. These evaluations are conducted against the existing
charter and prevailing developments in the corporate governance arena.
Key Management Personnel Performance Evaluation
In accordance with the Board Charter the Directors have undertaken to formally evaluate the performance
of the Chief Executive Officer and other Key Management Personnel on an annual basis. The purpose of
the evaluation of the Chief Executive Officer and other Key Management Personnel is to provide the
following key benefits:
Assist the Board in meeting its duty to stakeholders in effectively leading the Group;
Ensure the continued development of the Chief Executive Officer and other Key Management
Personnel to more effectively conduct their role;
Ensures a formal and documented evaluation process; and
Leaves a record of the Board's impression of the performance of the Chief Executive Officer and
other Key Management Personnel.
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The process adopted by the Board to assess the performance of the Chief Executive Officer and other Key
Management Personnel is as follows:
Each Board member is requested to complete an evaluation table and provide numerical ranking
against the criteria for the Chief Executive Officer’s and other Key Management Personnel’s
performance during the evaluation period;
Participants are encouraged to provide commentary;
The evaluation tables are then provided directly to the Chair of the Board and upon review the
Chair may decide to provide an average ranking for each category; and
Once final rankings are collated the Chair of the Board sits to discuss the findings with the Chief
Executive Officer and agrees any specific action points to be addressed.
Principle 2 – Structure the board to add value
Nomination Committee
The Directors have established a combined Remuneration and Nomination Committee due to the relatively
infrequent need to call upon the services of the previous Nomination Committee. The charter for the
combined Remuneration & Nomination Committee remains broadly similar and includes the review
process for the Board and its committees and also the time commitment for non‐executive directors.
The combined Remuneration and Nomination Committee consists of a minimum of three members with
the majority of members required to be independent directors. The Remuneration and Nomination
Committee is specifically responsible for making recommendations to the Board in relation to the
identification, assessment and enhancement of the competencies of Board members, Board and
management succession plans including the appointment of suitably qualified candidates to the Board and
the appointment of the Chief Executive Officer, the development of a process for the review of the
performance of the Board, Board Committees and individual directors and the assessment of the time
required to fulfil the obligations of a non‐executive director and whether directors are able to meet these
expectations.
Selection Process
In order to provide a formal and transparent procedure whereby new appointments to the Board are
selected the Remuneration and Nomination Committee has adopted a director selection process to be
used once the Board has decided to appoint or replace a Director.
Process
Identify the vacant position.
Identify the core competencies of the position.
Identify a preferred candidate background (taking into account the diversity of the Board).
Appoint a search firm if necessary to ensure an appropriate selection of candidates.
If a search firm is appointed, draft and deliver a brief to the search firm explaining the following:
o Vacant Position;
o Competencies Required;
o Preferred Background;
o Essential Qualifications (if any); and
o Countries in which to extend the search.
Candidates are to be interviewed and a shortlist prepared.
Select preferred candidates from the shortlist provided
management.
in consultation with executive
Agree a preferred candidate for recommendation to the Board of Directors.
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Board Skills and Competencies
In conjunction with an independent advisor the Board has undertaken a review of core competencies that
should be present across the Board of Directors. Board members should have a working knowledge of
finance and accounting, corporate regulation and business strategic theory. The Board aims to gather a
breadth of different experience on the Board.
The Directors believe that diversity is critical to the effective functioning of the Board. To this end the
Board strives to ensure that Directors should not all be from one occupational group or even from the same
industrial sector the Group operates in.
The Board has undertaken a review of the key skills and competencies of the Board to ensure appropriate
oversight of the Group’s current operations and strategy for future growth.
The Board comprises a broad and diverse range of skills and understanding gained by Directors from their
decades of experience in the general commercial, leisure and entertainment sectors. This expertise is
supported by appropriate accounting, banking & finance, property and advertising skills.
Director Independence
The Board recognises that independent directors are important in assuring investors that the Board is
properly fulfilling its role and is diligent in holding management accountable for its performance.
A majority of the Board are independent Directors with the only executive Director appointed currently
the Chief Executive Officer. The independence of the Directors is assessed annually taking into account
such matters as tenure, contractual interests, significant security holdings, relationships with key advisers,
suppliers and customers and any prior executive employment within the Group.
The Board has assessed the independence of each Director and concluded that none of the Directors has
any material interest in securities, contracts or has relevant relationships with material advisers or suppliers
/ customers. The Board acknowledges that materiality thresholds will differ for each Director and for the
Group as a whole. Accordingly, for the purposes of the independence assessment the Board has adopted
a materiality threshold of 1% of the Group’s last reported net assets.
Notwithstanding, that Neil Balnaves has served on the Board for periods in excess of 10 years, the Board
considers that this period of long tenure has not impacted on Mr Balnaves’ ability to remain objective in
his judgment and independent of management.
As at 30 June 2015, Directors deemed to be independent were: Neil Balnaves AO, Roger Davis, Don Morris
AO, and George Venardos.
Details of the tenure, current position and previous offices held by each Director which are relevant to the
assessment of their independence are disclosed in their respective profiles, along with their interests in
securities, and set out in the Annual Financial Report for the year ended 30 June 2015.
Board Composition
The Directors of the Group have set out in the Board Charter the required composition of the Board subject
to any requirements under the constitutions of the Company and the Manager:
Independent directors should comprise a majority of the Board;
Directors appointed to the Board should provide an appropriate range of qualifications and
expertise; and
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In the event that the Chair ceases to be deemed independent then a lead independent Director
should be appointed by the Board.
The Chair of the Board is an independent director and does not occupy a joint position as Chief Executive
Officer.
Induction
Upon appointment each new Director participates in an induction programme. This includes presentations
from senior management and site visits to gain an understanding of the Group’s operations. In addition to
annual asset tours undertaken by the Board site visits are also arranged on an ad‐hoc basis and as part of
the programme of committee meetings.
Training
Directors are required to keep themselves adequately informed in respect of relevant industry and
regulatory issues and changes.
In order to assist Directors, each Director may participate in internal training sessions and conferences
organised from time to time in respect of relevant industry and regulatory issues and may attend asset
tours that are arranged from time to time.
Additional training requirements may be arranged by the Company Secretary with the Chair’s approval.
Principle 3 – Promote ethical and responsible decision‐making
Ethical Conduct
The Board has adopted a suite of policies designed to govern employee’s behaviour whilst employed by
the Group and ensure that ethical business practises are adopted in the procurement process. All
employees are required to acknowledge that they understand and will comply with the Employee Ethical
& Confidentiality Policy.
Media Relations
Employees are prohibited from communicating with or disclosing to any representative of the media any
information of any nature whatsoever relating to the Group, its clients or customers. Only the Chair, Board
of Directors, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer are authorised to speak to the media on
Group issues. Exceptions to this rule must have the prior approval of the Chief Executive Officer.
Notwithstanding the general prohibition, the respective Chief Executives of each of the business divisions
are authorised to speak to the media on issues specific to their area of business.
Intellectual Property
All intellectual property created during an employee’s employment with the Group is and remains the
property of the Group.
Confidentiality
All Group related information acquired by Directors during their appointment is confidential to the Group
and should not be released, either during the term of the Directors’ appointment or following their
termination without prior approval of the Board.
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Employees are required to keep secret during and after their employment all information obtained about
the business and affairs of the Group, its clients or customers, except as required by law. All documents or
written material provided to the employee or used in connection with the Group’s business is the property
of the Group and must not be removed, passed on, copied or disclosed to third parties except with the
Group's authority.
Conflicts of Interest
Directors should not have any business or other relationship that could materially influence or interfere
with the exercise of their independent judgement apart from those declared to the Board under the
Corporations Act 2001, ASX Listing Rules and other general law requirements.
Directors with a material personal interest in a matter must not be present at a Board meeting during the
consideration of the matter and subsequent vote unless the Board (excluding the relevant Board member)
resolves otherwise. Directors with a conflict not involving a material personal interest may be required to
absent themselves from the relevant deliberations of the Board.
Personal Gain
Employees must not misuse their position with the Group or any information received in the course of their
employment to produce a personal benefit for themselves, their family, friends or any other person, or to
cause a detriment to the Group. In the event of any conflict of interest this must be disclosed to the Group.
Employees are prohibited from soliciting or accepting any gift or benefit which induces or influences the
Group to enter a transaction, business opportunity or business dealing, or which might reasonably be
perceived as such an inducement or influence.
Ethical Business Practices
All employees and Group suppliers must adopt the following standards:
Suppliers should adhere to applicable laws and regulations that govern them.
Employment should be freely chosen; there should be no forced, bonded or involuntary prison
labour, employees should not be required to lodge 'deposits' or identity papers with their
employer and should be free to leave their employer after reasonable notice.
Employees should have freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining within the
framework of applicable laws.
Working conditions should be safe and healthy; applicable Occupational, Health & Safety laws &
regulations must be complied with.
Child labour should be eliminated and suppliers should conform to provisions of International
Labour Organization Convention 138 and be consistent with United Nations Convention on Rights
of the Child.
Living wages should be paid and they must meet or exceed national standards. Wages must not
be paid in kind and employees should be provided with written and understandable information
about their employment conditions.
Working hours should not be excessive and should comply with national laws and national
benchmark industry standards.
Discrimination based on race, caste, national origin, religion, age, disability, gender, marital status,
sexual orientation, union membership or political affiliation is prohibited.
Regular employment should be provided and work performed must be on the basis of recognised
employment relationship established through national law and practice.
Harsh or inhumane treatment of employees is prohibited.
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The Group seeks to collaborate with suppliers in pursuit of these standards and attempts to guide
relationships by the principle of continuous improvement. Similar ethical trading standards will be
considered acceptable as a reasonable alternative where suppliers are already working towards this
initiative.
The Group promotes a risk based approach to implement these standards by focusing attention on those
parts of the supply chain where risk of not meeting these standards is highest. This is supported by the
provision of appropriate training and guidelines to implement these standards. Suppliers are advised that
implementation of these standards may be assessed by the Group or through independent verification.
Suppliers are required to use reasonable endeavours to provide workers covered by these standards with
a confidential means to report to the suppliers' failure to observe these standards. It is expected that all
suppliers will comply with the standards and the Group reserves the right not to do business with suppliers
where it can be demonstrated that significant violations exists. In particular, the Group and/or its separate
businesses will not bring suppliers onto its supplier list if there is evidence of under‐age workers; forced,
bonded or involuntary prison labour, or where the supplier's workers are found to be subjected to potential
life threatening working conditions or harsh or inhumane treatment.
Whistle‐Blowing
The purpose of the Whistle‐Blowing Policy is to establish an internal reporting system for the reporting of
disclosures of corrupt conduct, illegality or substantial waste of company assets by the Group or its
employees.
Protected Disclosures
The Whistle‐Blowing Policy clearly defines what disclosures are protected and these included such
disclosures that are made in accordance with the process outlined in the policy, that Identify or attempt to
identify corrupt conduct, illegality, or serious and substantial waste of company assets by the Group or its
employees and that are made voluntarily by an employee of the Group.
Frivolous disclosures or those made solely with the motive of avoiding dismissal or other disciplinary action
are not covered by the Whistle‐Blowing Policy. The making of a false or misleading statement when making
a disclosure under the Whistle‐Blowing Policy constitutes gross misconduct.
Making a Disclosure
Under the Whistle‐Blowing Policy, disclosures are made to a nominated officer. This can be done in person,
by email or via the Group’s third party independent ethics hotline. Disclosures can be made either inside
or outside normal working hours and locations.
Group employees are encouraged to report known or suspected incidences of corrupt conduct, illegality
or substantial waste in accordance with the Whistle‐Blowing Policy. All Group employees must abstain
from any activity that is or could be perceived to be victimisation or harassment of persons who make
disclosures. The confidentiality of persons they know or suspect to have made disclosures should be
maintained.
The nominated officer is responsible for receiving, forwarding and acting upon disclosures and must take
all necessary and reasonable steps to ensure that the identities of persons who make disclosures, and the
subjects of disclosures, are kept confidential. The nominated officer is also responsible for supporting
persons who make disclosures and protecting them from victimisation, harassment or any other form of
reprisal.
External Disclosures
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Disclosures to persons or bodies external to the Group will only be protected under the Whistle‐Blowing
Policy if the person making the external disclosure has already made the same disclosure through the
internal reporting system, the employee has reasonable grounds for believing that the disclosure is
substantially true, the disclosure itself must be substantially true and the nominated officer has decided
not to investigate the matter, has not completed the investigation within six months of the original
disclosure or has not recommended any action in respect of the matter.
Liability on Disclosure
The Whistle‐Blowing Policy provides that a person is not subject to any liability for making a protected
disclosure and no action, claim or demand may be taken or made of or against the person for making the
disclosure. A person who has made a protected disclosure under the Whistle‐Blowing Policy is taken not
to have committed any offence against any legislation which imposes a duty to maintain confidentiality
with respect to any information disclosed.
Action Taken
A person who makes a disclosure under the Whistle‐Blowing Policy must be notified, within six months of
the disclosure being made, of the action taken or proposed to be taken in respect of the disclosure.
Fraud
The Group operates a Fraud Policy designed to prevent, deter, detect and investigate all forms of fraud. For
the purposes of the Fraud Policy, “fraud” is defined as the intentional distortion of financial statements or
other records by persons internal or external to the organisation which is carried out to conceal the
misappropriation of assets or otherwise for gain.
The Group has adopted a "zero tolerance" towards fraud and requires that all reported incidents, including
internal fraud, will be thoroughly investigated with utmost confidentiality. Necessary action will be taken
against any individual or group who have committed fraud and may involve disciplinary action resulting in
dismissal from employment, and civil and/or criminal legal proceedings. Critical business procedures and
controls are directed to maintain an effective fraud control environment to assist in fraud prevention and
detection.
Any employee who suspects a fraudulent activity must notify the business Chief Executive or alternatively
email details to a private email address set up exclusively for this purpose.
Securities Trading Policy
The purpose of the Securities Trading Policy is to regulate trading by all Directors and employees of the
Group in any securities issued or nominated by the Group. This also applies to financial products issued or
created over such securities (including but not limited to warrants, options and derivatives), entering into
financing arrangements over financial products including establishment of a margin loan over such
securities.
This Securities Trading Policy also applies to trading by Directors’ and employees’:
Spouses;
Children under the age of 18 years;
Dependent children living in the family home;
Companies which they or their family control.
Trusts under which they or a member of their family are a trustee or beneficiary; and
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General Prohibition (Insider Trading)
At all times Directors and employees are prohibited from trading in securities while in possession of
unpublished price sensitive information. Price sensitive information is information which is not generally
available and which a reasonable person would expect that if the information were disclosed it would have
a material effect on the price of Group securities and it would therefore influence investors in deciding
whether or not to buy, hold or sell securities issued by the Group.
This prohibition applies even during periods when trading windows are permitted under this policy if a
person is in possession of price sensitive information. In addition to not being able to deal, the person in
possession of the price sensitive information has an obligation to keep that information confidential and
must not communicate it to another person unless it is information, which is required to be brought to the
attention of the Company Secretary.
Specific Prohibition
All Directors and Nominated Employees are bound as a condition of their employment to comply with and
observe the Securities Trading Policy.
Trading Windows
Provided Directors and Nominated Employees are not in possession of unpublished price sensitive
information and have received written consent from the Company Secretary, or in the case of Group
Directors and the Group’s Key Management Personnel, the Chair. The times during which they are
permitted to trade in securities issued by the Group are:
Commencing 24 hours after the announcement of quarterly results until 30 days thereafter;
Commencing 24 hours after the announcement of half yearly results until 30 days thereafter;
Commencing 24 hours after the announcement of yearly results until 30 days thereafter; and
Commencing 24 hours after the Annual General Meeting (“AGM") until 30 days thereafter.
Due to reporting timetables some of the trading windows listed above overlap. In order to ensure all
Nominated Employees are aware of their obligations the Company Secretary issues an open reminder and
a close reminder to all Nominated Employees. In addition, the Group publishes key reporting dates on the
Group’s website.
The Group may in its discretion vary trading windows by general announcement.
Black Out Periods
All periods outside of the trading windows are blackout periods in relation to security trading by Directors
and Nominated Employees.
The Group may in its discretion nominate additional blackout periods by general announcement. These
may be required where additional disclosure documents are released offering securities or as a result of
certain disclosures being lodged with a stock exchange, e.g. the Australian Stock Exchange.
Discretion is vested in the Company Secretary to allow exemptions to trading during blackout periods in
special circumstances only, where no price sensitive information is on hand and application of the Policy
would cause undue financial hardship.
No Short Term Trading
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The Board encourages employees to invest in the Group and discourages short term trading. Under the
terms of the Securities Trading Policy Nominated Employees must not deal in securities for short term gain.
Speculating in short term fluctuations in such securities does not promote investor and market confidence
in the integrity of the Group. Accordingly, trading in securities issued by Group entities within 6 months of
an acquisition is prohibited. The Group may in its discretion vary this rule in relation to a particular period
by general announcement.
The Securities Trading Policy does not prevent Directors and employees from passive trading such as
participating in a share plan or public offer made by the Group, provided that at the time the individual
elects to participate, he or she is not in possession of any price sensitive information. Further, the individual
may not subsequently vary that election until such time as they are again not in possession of such
information.
The Securities Trading Policy also prohibits any hedging of unvested security based incentives by Directors
and Nominated Employees.
Directors or Nominated Employees wishing to trade in securities must request prior approval to trade.
Directors and the Group’s Key Management Personnel must seek prior approval from the Chair while all
other employees must contact the Company Secretary.
Principle 4 – Safeguard integrity in financial reporting
Audit & Risk Committee
The Board has established an Audit & Risk Committee (the “Committee”) consisting of a minimum of three
members with the majority of members required to be independent directors. All members must be able
to read and understand financial statements, and at least one member must have financial expertise, that
is the person must be either a qualified accountant or other financial professional with experience of
financial accounting matters.
The Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer are not members of the Audit and Risk
Committee. They may be invited to attend meetings of the Audit and Risk Committee for reasons of
efficiency but are not entitled to vote.
The Chair of the Committee will be a non‐executive independent director appointed by the Board who is
not the Chair of the Board.
Any Director may attend a meeting of the Committee at any time. The Committee will meet at least twice
per annum and more often if deemed necessary. Meetings may be held by electronic means as allowed
under the provisions of the Corporations Act 2001.
The Committee is established by the Board of Directors to review, evaluate and make recommendations
to the Board in relation to:
Risk and Internal Control Environment
Evaluating and monitoring the overall effectiveness of the Group’s risk management, internal
control and compliance systems;
Evaluating the current “control culture” of the Company and the underlying consistency, direction
and communication to employees of appropriate risk policies therein;
Reviewing existing disaster recovery plans;
Identifying key risks within the organisation and building appropriate risk management controls
and policies to minimize the impact and likelihood of same; and
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Ensuring adequate resources are allocated to assist management and the Board in implementing
an appropriate internal risk culture and discipline;
Evaluating and monitoring the Group’s fraud management policies and exposures; and
Reviewing the entity’s insurance program, having regard to the entity’s business and the insurable
risks associated with its business.
Financial Reporting
Approving and monitoring policies, procedures and content of the Group’s statutory and
management reporting;
Considering the appropriateness of the Group’s accounting policies and principles and how those
principles are applied;
Reviewing and assessing existing management processes so as to ensure compliance with
applicable laws, regulations and accounting standards;
Ensuring that significant adjustments, unadjusted differences, disagreements with management
and critical accounting policies are discussed in advance with the external auditor;
Reviewing the underlying quality and accuracy of the financial reports from the internal and
external auditors and making recommendation to the Board on their approval or amendment;
Evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of the Company’s administrative, operating and
accounting policies through communication with management, internal auditors and external
auditors;
Ensuring the effective facilitation of the audit process;
Evaluating and monitoring the adequacy of the Group’s management and operational reporting;
Reviewing and evaluating appropriate disclosures from management, the internal auditors and
external auditors on any significant proposed regulatory, accounting or reporting issue, to assess
the potential impact upon the Group’s financial reporting process; and
Serving as an independent and objective party to review the financial information presented by
management to shareholders, analysts and the general public.
Internal Audit
Making recommendations to the Board on the appointment, and where necessary the removal of
the internal auditor;
Reviewing the role, function and performance of the internal auditor, and management’s response
to the internal auditor’s recommendations;
Appraising the scope and quality of the audits conducted by the Group’s internal auditor to ensure
the widest coverage possible;
Reviewing the findings of the internal audit program and management’s response to the internal
auditor’s recommendations; and
Reviewing the resources of the internal audit function and ensuring no unjustified restrictions or
limitations are imposed.
External Audit
Making recommendations to the Board on the appointment and where necessary the removal of
the external auditor;
Reviewing annually the external auditor’s procedures for independence together with any
relationships or services, which may impair the external auditor’s independence, and the rotation
of the audit partner;
Reviewing the fees and terms of engagement of the external auditor, including the scope and
adequacy of the proposed audit program;
Appraising the scope and quality of the audits conducted by the external auditor to ensure the
widest coverage possible;
Ensuring there is appropriate communication and co‐ordination between the internal and external
auditors on risks, risks policies and audit results;
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Reviewing all financial reports and management representation letters and recommending them
to the Board as complete and appropriate; and
Reviewing annually the performance of the external auditor and based on the results of the annual
assessment of the external audit services, determine whether the external audit services should
be re‐tendered.
Compliance
Monitoring the Company’s various disclosure obligations;
Approving of the Group’s compliance framework and assessing the effectiveness of the
framework; and
Based on the information provided by Management in relation to the Group’s compliance
framework, ensuring that a proper process is in place for continuous reporting to the ASX.
Right to Obtain Information
The Committee is entitled to consult with expert advisers and seek expert advice where it considers it
necessary to carry out its duties at the expense of the Group.
The Committee will have a right of access to internal and external auditors and senior management. The
Committee will also meet separately with the internal and external auditors at least annually or as
otherwise required.
Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer Declarations
The Board has received confirmation from both the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer that
their declarations for both the interim and full year financial reporting periods made in accordance with
section 295A of the Corporations Act 2001, were based upon sound system of risk management and
internal control and further that the system is operating effectively in all material respects in relation to
financial reporting risk.
External Auditors
The external auditor is requested by the Board to attend each AGM to answer questions about the conduct
of the audit and the preparation and contents of the Auditors Report.
Principle 5 – Make timely and balanced disclosure
Continuous Disclosure Policy
In order to regulate the continuous disclosure regime across the Group in relation to any securities issued
by the Group the Board has adopted a Continuous Disclosure Policy.
The Continuous Disclosure Policy aims to ensure that the Group complies with the continuous disclosure
requirements contained in the Corporations Act 2001 (the Act) and the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX)
Listing Rules (the Rules). The successful operation of the Group’s continuous disclosure regime promotes
investor confidence by providing full and timely information to the market about the activities of the Group
and serves to educate all relevant Group personnel on what continuous disclosure is, and how they can
ensure they meet their individual responsibilities.
Commitment to Continuous Disclosure
Subject to the exceptions contained in the Listing Rules, the Group will immediately notify the market of
any information or matter related to the businesses or financial condition of the Group which a reasonable
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person would expect to have a material effect on the price or value of those securities. Such notifications
will be made by way of an announcement to the ASX.
Reporting of Disclosable Information
Directors and employees must ensure that any information which may require disclosure is reported to the
Company Secretary or his/her nominee as soon as it is known. The Company Secretary will then determine
whether any item of information is to be disclosed to ASX. Where the Company Secretary decides that
information reported does not warrant an ASX release and the Director or employee who reported the
information disagrees with that decision, they may choose to refer the matter to the Chief Executive
Officer.
ASX Announcement Approval
If the Company Secretary determines that an item of information is to be disclosed to the ASX then the
draft of the ASX announcement must be approved either verbally or in writing, by the Chief Executive
Officer prior to release. ASX announcements deemed to contain price sensitive information must be
circulated to the Board of Directors for comment prior to release.
Release of Information
Price sensitive information must not be released externally until it has first been lodged with the ASX and
the ASX has acknowledged that the information has been released to the market. That is, selective
disclosure of such information cannot be made to brokers, analysts, the media, professional bodies or any
other person until the information has been given to (and released by) the ASX. This includes information
that is subject to embargo as the ASX does not accept embargoed information.
In the event that at an analyst or media briefing an inadvertent disclosure is made which is price sensitive
then that information must be immediately made available to the market through the ASX.
Analyst and Media Briefings
All material to be presented at an analyst briefing must be approved by or referred through the Company
Secretary prior to the briefing.
Trading Halts
The Company Secretary may, with the approval of the Chair and the Chief Executive Officer, or failing
whom, the Chief Executive Officer and any other Non‐Executive Director, or failing whom any two Non‐
Executive Directors, request the ASX to halt trading in the securities.
Training and Development
The Continuous Disclosure Policy requires that relevant employees undergo training with respect to
disclosure requirements.
Board Procedures
The Board of Directors must consider and minute at each full Board meeting whether there are any matters
requiring disclosure. If no matters require disclosure this must also be explicitly included in the minutes.
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Media Releases
Releases, interviews and other communications to the media may be undertaken so long as they do not
contain or refer to price sensitive transactions and do not fall within the Group’s materiality thresholds.
Any discussions or presentation to third parties should only be undertaken post release to the ASX of the
subject matter if they include material information.
Website
All releases whether material or not are required to be posted to the Group website for access by investors
and other interested parties.
Principle 6 – Respect the rights of shareholders
Corporate Governance
The Group’s website at www.ardentleisure.com has a corporate governance section on its website from
where all relevant corporate governance information can be accessed, including the details on the Board
of Directors, Management Team, the Company and Trust Constitutions, Board and Committee Charters
and various corporate governance policies.
Investor Communications
The Group has adopted a specific investor communications policy for investors and believes that a flexible
approach to investor communications and early adoption of emerging technology is the most effective
manner of increasing investor participation in the business of the Group.
Throughout the year, the Group follows a calendar of regular disclosures to the market on its financial and
operational results. An indicative calendar of events is made available to investors on the Group’s website.
In accordance with the Group’s Continuous Disclosure Policy, the Group must ensure it does not
communicate inside information to an external party except where that information has previously been
disclosed to the market generally.
As soon as is practicable all Group announcements and copies of analyst and media briefing are posted to
the Group’s website. Other information of relevance to investors is also made available on our website,
including, annual and half yearly financial reports, key dates, distribution history, cost base allocations,
management fee breakdowns and the management investment trust notices.
The website also contains a link to the Group’s security registrars and a live feed from the ASX for the
Group’s security price information.
Investors Reports
The Group prepares annual reports for investors for each financial year ending 30 June and half year for
the period ending 31 December. These reports are posted on the website on their day of release to the
ASX. Investors may elect to receive a hard‐copy of these reports or an email notification once they become
available on the website. The default option for receiving the annual report is via the Group’s website at
www.ardentleisure.com.
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General Meetings
The Group holds an annual general meeting (AGM) in October or November each year. The date, time and
venue of the AGM are notified to the ASX when the annual report is lodged with the ASX, generally in
September each year. The Board of Directors aims to choose a date, venue and time considered convenient
to the greatest number of our investors.
All notices of meetings will be accompanied by clear explanatory notes on the items of business. A copy of
any such Notice of Meeting will be placed on the Group’s website. Should an investor not be able to attend
a general meeting they are able to vote on the resolutions by appointing a proxy. The proxy form included
with the notice of meeting will clearly explain how the proxy form is to be completed and submitted.
As previously stated, the external auditor attends each AGM to answer questions about the conduct of the
audit and the preparation and contents of the Auditors Report.
Investor benefit program
Investors with 2,000 or more securities are entitled to participate in an Investor Benefits Program. The
program aims to provide qualifying investors with an opportunity to experience some of the assets owned
by the Group at discounted rates.
Principle 7 – Recognise and manage risk
Safety, Sustainability & Environment Committee
In addition to the Audit & Risk Committee detailed in Principle 4 the Board has established a Safety,
Sustainability & Environment Committee (SSE Committee). The SSE Committee was established to
monitor, review, evaluate and make recommendations to the Board in relation to occupational health &
safety (OH&S), sustainability and the environment.
The Committee was established by the Board of directors to monitor, review, evaluate and make
recommendations to the Board in relation to the following matters:
Safety
The effectiveness of OH&S policies and the safety related aspects of the operational risk
management framework necessary to maintain a safe environment for both guests and
employees across the Group including drafting, implementing and recommending improvements;
Setting appropriate goals to maintain the Group’s lost time injury frequency rate (LTIFR) below
industry benchmarks;
The adequacy of existing OH&S resources as well as their ongoing training and supervision;
The scope and results of periodic internal and external reviews of OH&S and operational risks
including the process of identifying and assessing OH&S risks and the adequacy of existing OH&S
risk management systems; and
The compliance of the Company with regard to existing and possible future OH&S regulations and
determining what changes, if any, need to be made to existing work practices in order to ensure
compliance.
Sustainability
Reviewing the Group’s policies and procedures in relation to sustainability;
Monitoring the adequacy of resources applied to sustainability as well as their ongoing training
and supervision;
Reviewing any report on sustainability, which is prepared pursuant to any Listing Rule or legislative
requirement or which is proposed for inclusion in the annual report; and
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The compliance of the Company with regard to current laws and regulations and determining what
changes, if any, need to be made to existing work practices in order to ensure compliance.
Environment
Evaluating and monitoring the effectiveness of the Group’s environmental policies and
environmental management plans;
Evaluating and monitoring the adequacy of environmental resources as well as their ongoing
training and supervision;
Reviewing the scope and results of periodic internal and external reviews of environmental risks
including the process of identifying and assessing environmental risks and the adequacy of existing
environmental risk management systems; and
The compliance of the Company with regard to current environmental laws and regulations and
determining what changes, if any, need to be made to existing work practices in order to ensure
compliance.
The Committee will not address matters associated with financial or monetary risk associated with internal
financial controls.
Risk Management Framework
The Risk Management framework for the Group requires a periodic review by management and the Board.
These reviews ensure that the risk management framework continues to be a pro‐active tool across the
Group.
Scope of Risks considered
The risk management review covers five key business risks:
Key Business Risk
Risk Categories
Enterprise
Fraud / Error
Business Management
Continuity, Control, Cost, Culture, Efficiency, Insurance, Knowledge, Legal &
Regulatory, Performance, Privacy, Resourcing, Strategic Planning, Strategic
Execution, Succession.
Cash, Brand / Trademark, Consumables & Trading Stock, Procurement,
Defamatory, Financial Statements, Furniture & Fittings, Hardware,
Information Systems,
Information & Knowledge, Job, Management
Reporting, Payroll, Personal Property, Software, Office Supplies, Company
Income Tax, GST, FBT, PAYG, Payroll Tax, Web.
Framework Awareness, Change, Confidentiality, Contract, Culture,
Detection, Documentation,
Reporting,
Escalation,
Resourcing, Responsibility.
Interpretation,
Board Secretarial
Admission, Conflict, Documentation, Duties, Governance, Legal, Regulatory,
Resolution.
Environmental & Safety
Management
Contamination, Media / Publicity, Employee Safety, Guest & Contractor
Safety.
Risk Assessment Methodology
The risk assessment methodology adopted for these reviews includes a three step process. Firstly, the
inherent risk for each risk category is determined by evaluating likelihood & consequence of the risk based
on the current and existing processes. Risks are evaluated and ultimately allocated to one of 4 distinct
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categories of Extreme, High, and Moderate and Low. Next the effectiveness of existing risk controls is
reviewed and a ranking determined on a scale of Good, Fair or Poor. Finally, after the controls have been
assessed the residual risk factors are derived into three categories of High, Medium and Low by merging
the inherent risk rating and the effectiveness of the controls rating.
Risk Gap Analysis
During the year the Group’s senior executive reviewed the risk management register and undertook a third
party gap analysis designed to identify any material risks that had not otherwise been included in the risk
review process and to independently assess the Group’s internal residual risk ratings.
Internal Audit
The Group has an Internal Audit function which is responsible for assisting with the accomplishment of the
Group’s objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and continually improving
the effectiveness of its risk management and internal control processes. The Group Internal Audit Manager
has a direct reporting line to the board via the Audit and Risk Committee.
Principle 8 – Remunerate fairly and responsibly
Remuneration & Nomination Committee
The Directors have established a combined Remuneration and Nomination Committee due to the relatively
infrequent need to call upon the services of the previous Nomination Committee. The combined
Remuneration and Nomination Committee consists of a minimum of three members with the majority of
members required to be independent directors.
The Remuneration and Nomination Committee is specifically responsible for making recommendations to
the Board in relation to setting policies for remuneration programs appropriate to the Group, remuneration
and incentive schemes of senior management, reviewing the performance of the Chief Executive Officer
on an annual basis, setting the Group’s recruitment, retention and termination policies and procedures for
senior management, superannuation, The remuneration framework for directors and the approval of any
report on executive remuneration, which is required pursuant to any Listing Rule or legislative requirement
or which is proposed for inclusion in the Annual Report.
Further details of the Group’s remuneration policies are set out in the Directors’ Report contained in the
Annual Financial Report for the year ended 30 June 2015.
The Board has adopted a specific clawback clause to be included in grant letters for deferred equity
whereby any unvested Performance Rights shall be subject to potential lapse, cancellation, rescission or
other action in the event that the Group becomes aware of any misstatement in its financial statements
for any of the immediately preceding 3 financial years due to:
(a)
(b)
(c)
a material non‐compliance with any financial reporting requirement;
the misconduct of any Key Management Personnel; or
the misconduct of any of its other employees, contractors or advisers as a result of the direction
(or lack of direction) by any member of the Key Management Personnel.
To the extent that the Performance Rights granted exceed the number, metrics or outcome that would
have been applied had the misstatement not been made, then the Group may cause the deferred vesting
or lapse of unvested Performance Rights representing all or part of the grant.
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