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CLEANER 
ENERGY
SMARTER 
FUTURE

ANNUAL REPORT 2016

CONTENTS

01  ................. MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN AND MANAGING DIRECTOR

04  ................. DIRECTORS’ REPORT

09  ................. OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW

34  ................. REMUNERATION REPORT

57  ................. LEAD AUDITOR’S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION

58  ................. BOARD OF DIRECTORS

60  ................. EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT TEAM

61  ................. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT

67  ................. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

117  .............. DIRECTORS’ DECLARATION

118  .............. INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

120  ............. SHARE AND SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION

122  ............. EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION PERMITS AND DATA

124 .............. ANNUAL RESERVES REPORT

129  ............. FIVE YEAR FINANCIAL HISTORY

130  ............. GLOSSARY AND INTERPRETATION

MESSAGE FROM  
 THE CHAIRMAN AND 
MANAGING DIRECTOR

Fellow shareholder
The past 12 months was a challenging period financially for  
Origin and its shareholders. While we have celebrated a major 
achievement in bringing Australia Pacific LNG into operation  
– a milestone eight years in the making – this has coincided  
with sustained low oil prices and as a result the company entered 
the year with an unsustainably high level of debt.
In response, we made significant progress to build resilience  
across our business. Through our capital initiatives and asset  
sale program, we have materially reduced debt, preserved cash  
by reducing operating and capital expenditure, and reduced risk 
through the purchase of oil put options. 
At an operational level, Origin has performed well. The Energy 
Markets business has significantly increased cash from operating 
and investing activities and improved operational outcomes  
across many key indicators of performance. Australia Pacific LNG 
commenced LNG production from Train 1 and Train 2 is on track 
to commence production this year. 
Origin’s strategy of investing in gas and renewables sees the 
company well placed to lead the transition to less carbon intensive 
energy not only domestically through the Energy Markets business 
but also in regional markets through investment in Australia Pacific 
LNG and its growing LNG production. 

MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN AND MANAGING DIRECTOR

01

ORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016THROUGH 
ORIGIN’S SUITE 
OF CAPITAL 
INITIATIVES THE 
COMPANY HAS 
SIGNIFICANTLY 
REDUCED DEBT 
AND PRESERVED 
CASH BY 
REDUCING 
OPERATING 
AND CAPITAL 
EXPENDITURE.

THE YEAR IN REVIEW
Underlying EBITDA from continuing 
operations of $1.6 billion was slightly below 
the prior year reflecting a strong operational 
performance from Energy Markets and the 
commencement of LNG production from 
Australia Pacific LNG.

Underlying profit from continuing operations 
of $354 million was down 41 per cent on the 
previous year. The increased contribution 
from LNG at current low oil prices did not 
fully offset the increase in interest and 
depreciation which was the main driver of the 
decline in underlying profit from continuing 
operations of $249 million to $354 million. 

The statutory loss from total operations was 
$589 million, an improvement of 10 per cent 
on the prior year. The main drivers of this 
result include a lower underlying profit from 
continuing operations ($249 million), the sale 
of Origin’s entire interest in Contact Energy 
($55 million) and a reduction ($386 million)  
in items excluded from underlying profit.

Items excluded from underlying profit  
include non-cash after-tax impairments  
of $515 million. This includes an impairment 
charge of $271 million taken in the second 
half, driven primarily by downward revisions  
to reserves disclosed in the company’s Annual 
Reserves Report in July 2016.

Net cash from operating and investing 
activities improved $3.3 billion to $1.2 billion 
driven by asset sales and improving cash flow 
as capital expenditure and operating costs 
were reduced. As a consequence of improved 
cash flows, asset sales and the Entitlement 
Offer in October 2015, Origin’s adjusted net 
debt decreased by $4 billion.

Statutory and underlying Earnings Per Share 
have reduced to (37.3) cents per share and 
23.2 cents per share respectively reflecting 
the increase in the number of shares on issue 
and lower underlying profit.

STRONG OPERATIONAL 
PERFORMANCE
Energy Markets delivered a strong 
operational performance with an increased 
EBITDA contribution of $70 million to  
$1.3 billion. Gross profit contributions from 
the Natural Gas and Electricity businesses 
were preserved in a market that has changed 
significantly in the past year while costs  
were reduced. Importantly, net cash from 
operating and investing activities increased  
by $522 million to $1.3 billion.

A major milestone was the commencement  
of exports by Australia Pacific LNG in  
January 2016. Train 1 production has ramped 
up quickly to above nameplate capacity and  
to date, the project has shipped 36 cargoes(1), 
primarily to its two major customers, Sinopec 
and Kansai.

The maiden contribution from the 
commencement of LNG production by 
Australia Pacific LNG has in part offset the 
impact of lower oil prices on the Integrated 
Gas business which decreased by $112 million 
to $386 million. As the investment in Australia 
Pacific LNG nears completion and cash flows 
from production begin, cash flow from 
operating and investing activities improved  
by $1.4 billion to ($1.6) billion.

DELIVERING ON OUR 
COMMITMENTS
During the past 12 months, we have taken 
decisive action to stabilise the business in  
the face of low oil prices, not least repaying 
$4 billion of debt to reduce our adjusted  
net debt to $9.1 billion. 

Asset sales totalling $484 million were 
announced during the period, in addition  
to the sale of Origin’s interest in Contact 
Energy for proceeds of $1.6 billion. The sale 
of additional assets remains on track to meet 
the $800 million target by the end of FY2017.

In the 18 months to the end of FY2016,  
we reduced our workforce by 28 per cent,  
or 2,500 people, as capital projects were 
completed or stopped, some activities such  
as overseas exploration and development 
discontinued and operational efficiency 
improved. This will support a continued 
reduction in cash costs into FY2017.

Our Energy Markets business achieved a 
$100 million operating cost reduction target 
from financial year 2014 levels, and also 
reduced capital expenditure by $50 million  
in FY2016, driving an improvement in 
Underlying Return on Capital Employed 
(ROCE) from 9.6 per cent to 10.1 per cent. 

As the upstream operator of Australia Pacific 
LNG, Integrated Gas delivered more than  
$1 billion per annum in recurring upstream 
cost reductions. We have also taken action  
to reduce exposure to low oil prices through 
the purchase of put options over 15 million 
barrels of oil for FY2017 at prices of US$40 
per barrel and A$55 per barrel.

02

MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN AND MANAGING DIRECTOR

In FY2018 and beyond, as Australia Pacific 
LNG completes the transition from 
development to production of its LNG 
project, we expect to see significant growth  
in earnings and returns, strong cash flow  
and continuing reduction in debt. We are on 
track to be well below our target of $9 billion 
adjusted net debt by the end of FY2017. 

In concluding, we would like to thank our 
people for their extraordinary efforts. While 
this year has presented enormous challenges, 
we can look to the future with increasing 
optimism and confidence. 

Finally, we would like to recognise and thank 
our other key stakeholders – our customers, 
the communities in which we operate, our 
business partners and particularly you, our 
shareholders for your ongoing support.

Gordon Cairns  
Chairman

Grant King  
Managing Director

DIVIDEND 
Given the important task of continued debt 
reduction and the fact that in the current 
lower oil price environment Origin is not 
generating franking credits sufficient to frank 
any dividends, the Board has determined to 
not pay a dividend in respect of earnings for 
the second half of the financial year. 

While the Board will review each dividend 
decision in light of the prevailing 
circumstances, the Board’s view is that 
suspension of the dividend is in the best 
overall interest of shareholders.

BOARD AND EXECUTIVE 
CHANGES
During the period, there were changes to  
the Origin Board. In September 2015, Scott 
Perkins joined the Board as an Independent 
Non-executive Director and member of the 
Audit and Remuneration committees. 

At the 2015 Annual General Meeting  
last October, Karen Moses advised of  
her intention to retire in 2016 to pursue 
opportunities as a Non-executive director. 
Karen stepped down from the Board at that 
time and from her role as Executive Director, 
Finance and Strategy in May 2016. Karen  
has made an invaluable contribution to  
the growth and development of Origin  
for more than 20 years and we wish her  
well for the future. 

Origin’s Group Financial Controller,  
Gary Mallett, is currently acting in the  
role of Chief Financial Officer. 

LOOKING AHEAD
In FY2017, Origin expects a 45 to 60 per cent 
increase in Underlying EBITDA when compared 
to FY2016 Underlying EBITDA from our 
continuing operations(2).

Origin’s remaining contribution to Australia 
Pacific LNG is expected to be approximately 
$600 million(3), in line with previous guidance. 
Elsewhere in the business, Origin’s capital 
expenditure will continue to reduce.

(1)  As announced at Origin’s full year 2016 results.
(2)  This guidance is based on an average oil price of US$52.90/bbl and a AUD/USD exchange rate of $0.74 and  

is dependent on the timing of production from Train 2. For Australia Pacific LNG, the effective oil price for  
oil-linked LNG sales will incorporate the lag in oil prices associated with LNG Sale and Purchase Agreements.

(3)  As announced in February 2013, based on December 2012 exchange rates.

MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN AND MANAGING DIRECTOR

03

ORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016In accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), the Directors  
of Origin Energy Limited (Company) report on the Company and the 
consolidated entity Origin Energy Group (Origin), being the Company 
and its controlled entities for the year ended 30 June 2016.

The Operating and Financial Review and Remuneration Report form 
part of this Directors’ Report.

1  PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES 
During the year, the principal activity of Origin was the operation  
of energy businesses including:

 — exploration and production of oil and gas;
 — electricity generation;
 — wholesale and retail sale of electricity and gas; and 
 — sale of liquefied natural gas.

There were no other significant changes in the nature of these 
activities during the year.

2 

 REVIEW OF OPERATIONS & FUTURE 
DEVELOPMENTS

A review of the operations and results of operations of Origin during 
the year, the financial position of Origin and the business strategies 
and prospects for future financial years, is set out in the Operating  
and Financial Review, which forms part of this Directors’ Report. 

3 

 SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN THE STATE  
OF AFFAIRS

The following significant changes in the state of affairs of the Company 
occurred during the year:

Australia Pacific LNG
Almost eight years after the establishment of Australia Pacific LNG  
in October 2008, the first train of the two train (nine million tonnes 
per annum nameplate capacity) CSG to LNG project was commissioned 
and LNG production and export is well underway. Since January 2016 
Australia Pacific LNG has shipped 36 cargoes, the majority under long 
term Sale and Purchase Agreements with Sinopec and Kansai. The 
second train is expected to commence production in the second 
quarter of the 2017 financial year.

Actions taken to strengthen the Balance Sheet 
Sale of Contact – On 10 August 2015 Origin completed the sale of  
its 53.09 per cent shareholding in Contact Energy. The transaction 
was underwritten at a fixed price of NZ$4.65 per share providing 
NZ$1.8 billion (A$1.6 billion) in net proceeds. 

Entitlement Offer – In October 2015 Origin completed an Entitlement 
Offer, raising $2,496 million net cash proceeds and issuing 636 million 
new shares.

Dividends – As part of the Entitlement Offer in October 2015 Origin 
announced the reduction of the dividend to 20 cents per share on the 
expanded capital base, with an unfranked interim dividend of 10 cents 
per share paid on 31 March 2016. The Board has determined not  
to pay a dividend in respect of earnings for the second half of the 
financial year. 

Asset sales – The sale of infrastructure, wind and geothermal assets sales 
totalling $476 million(1) were announced, with $118 million completed 
as at 30 June 2016. The program is on track to achieve sales totalling 
at least $800 million by the end of the 2017 financial year. 

Exit from certain activities – The decision to exit from geothermal 
activities and international exploration to focus on two strong 
businesses, Energy Markets and Integrated Gas.

As acquisition and development activities diminished and the Australia 
Pacific LNG project nears completion, headcount across operational and 
functional roles reduced by more than 2,500 over the last 18 months.

Developments
Development activities were limited to capital expenditure to 
completing projects that have commenced and utilise existing 
infrastructure. In the Bass Basin, the Yolla-5 and Yolla-6 production 
wells were commissioned and production commenced during the year. 
In the Otway Basin the Halladale and Speculant wells were connected 
to the Otway Gas Plant and first gas is expected in late August 2016. In 
the Perth Basin, execution phase of the Stage 1a Waitsia Gas Project 
is nearing completion, with the commencement of flows expected by 
the end of August.

The events described above and those disclosed in the Financial 
Statements represent the significant changes in the state of affairs  
of Origin for the year ended 30 June 2016.

4  EVENTS SUBSEQUENT TO BALANCE DATE
Other than the items described below, no matters or circumstances 
have arisen since 30 June 2016, which have significantly affected,  
or may significantly affect:

 — the Company’s operations in future financial years;
 — results of those operations in future financial years; or
 — the Company’s state of affairs in future financial years.

Completion of Cullerin Range Wind Farm Sale
On 17 June 2016 Origin entered into a Share Sale Agreement  
with EDL Holdings (Australia) Pty Ltd for the sale of its wholly owned 
subsidiary Cullerin Range Wind Farm Pty Ltd for cash consideration of 
$72 million. Completion of the transaction occurred on 13 July 2016. 
The expected gain on sale before tax and transaction costs is 
approximately $12 million. Simultaneously, Origin Energy Electricity 
Limited entered into an Offtake Agreement with Cullerin Range Wind 
Farm Pty Ltd.

Completion of OTP Geothermal Pte Ltd Sale 
On 8 April 2016, Origin announced that it had entered into a Sale 
Agreement with KS Orka Renewables Pte Ltd for the sale of its  
50 per cent interest in OTP Geothermal Pte Ltd (OTP) for cash 
consideration of approximately US$30 million (Origin share).

Settlement of the transaction occurred on 16 August 2016. Origin’s 
investment in OTP is recorded at its recoverable amount at 30 June 
2016 therefore there will be no significant profit or loss realised on 
divestment in the year ending 30 June 2017.

Australia Pacific LNG Functional Currency 
Australia Pacific LNG has changed its functional currency from AUD  
to USD from 1 July 2016 for accounting and reporting purposes. On 
30 June 2016 Australia Pacific LNG elected to change its functional 
currency for Petroleum Resource Rent Tax to USD from 1 July 2016 
and intends to change its functional currency for income tax purposes 
to USD with effect from 1 July 2016.

Funding of Australia Pacific LNG
On 1 July 2016 Australia Pacific LNG undertook a capital reduction 
and cancellation of all existing 14,000 AUD denominated Mandatory 
Redeemable Preference Shares (MRCPS) (Origin’s share, A$4.8 billion). 
The capital reduction was funded by issue of USD denominated 
MRCPS to a value of US$7.4 billion (Origin’s share US$2.8 billion  
or A$3.7 billion) and a non-cash shareholder capital contribution  
of US$2.2 billion (Origin’s share US$0.8 billion or A$1.1 billion).

(1) 

Includes proceeds from OTP sale of US$30 million converted at an exchange rate of AUD/USD of 0.73.

04

DIRECTORS’ REPORTDIRECTORS’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 20165  DIVIDENDS
a)  Dividends paid during the year by the Company were as follows:

25 cents per ordinary share, unfranked, for the year ended 30 June 2015, paid 28 September 2015.
10 cents per ordinary share, unfranked, for the half year ended 31 December 2015, paid 31 March 2016.

$million
277
175

b) 

In respect of the current financial year, the Directors have determined that no final dividend will be payable for the year ended 30 June 2016. 

6  DIRECTORS
The Directors of the Company at any time during or since the end of the financial year are:

Gordon Cairns (Chairman) 
Grant King (Managing Director) 
John Akehurst 
Maxine Brenner 
Bruce Morgan 

Karen Moses (retired 21 October 2015)
Ralph Norris (retired 16 September 2015)
Helen Nugent
Scott Perkins (appointed 1 September 2015)
Steve Sargent

INFORMATION ON DIRECTORS AND COMPANY SECRETARIES

7 
Information relating to current Directors’ qualifications, experience and special responsibilities is set out on pages 58 and 59. The qualifications 
and experience of the Company Secretaries are also set out below.

Andrew Clarke 
Group General Counsel and Company Secretary

Andrew Clarke joined Origin in May 2009 and is responsible for the company secretarial and legal functions. He was a partner of a national law 
firm for 15 years and was Managing Director of a global investment bank for more than two years prior to joining Origin. Andrew has a Bachelor 
of Laws (Hons) and a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Sydney, and is a member of the AICD.

Helen Hardy 
Company Secretary

Helen Hardy joined Origin in March 2010. She was previously General Manager, Company Secretariat of a large ASX listed company, and has 
advised on governance, financial reporting and corporate law at a Big 4 accounting firm and a national law firm. Helen is a Chartered Accountant 
and Chartered Secretary and a Graduate Member of the AICD. She holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University  
of Melbourne, and is admitted to practice in New South Wales and Victoria.

8  DIRECTORS’ MEETINGS
The number of Directors’ meetings, including Board committee meetings, and the number of meetings attended by each Director during the 
financial year are shown in the table below:

Board Meetings

Committee Meetings

Scheduled

Additional

Audit

Health, Safety 
and Environment 
(HSE)

Nomination

Remuneration

Risk

H
10
10
10
10
4
10
2
10
9
10

A
10
10
9
10
4
10
2
10
9
10

H
3
3
3
3
1
3
–
3
3
3

A
3
3
2
3
1
3
–
3
3
3

H
5
–
–
5
–
5
2
5
3
–

A
5
–
–
5
–
5
2
5
3
–

H
4
4
4
–
–
4
–
–
–
4

A
4
4
4
–
–
4
–
–
–
4

H
1
–
1
1
–
1
–
1
–
–

A
1
–
1
1
–
1
–
1
–
–

H
5
–
–
–
–
–
2
5
2
5

A
5
–
–
–
–
–
2
5
2
5

H
4
–
4
4
–
4
–
4
–
–

Directors
G Cairns 
G King
J Akehurst
M Brenner
K Moses(1)
B Morgan
R Norris(2)
H Nugent
S Perkins(3)
S Sargent

(1)  Up to the date of retirement on 21 October 2015. 
(2)  Up to the date of retirement on 16 September 2015.
(3)  From the date of appointment on 1 September 2015.

H  Number of scheduled meetings held during the time that the Director held office or was a member of the committee during the year.
A  Number of meetings attended.

The Board held 10 scheduled meetings, including a two-day strategic planning meeting and three additional meetings to deal with urgent 
matters. The Board also had six separate scheduled workshops to consider matters of particular relevance. In addition, the Board conducted  
visits of Company operations at various sites and met with operational management during the year.

A
4
–
2
4
–
4
–
4
–
–

05

DIRECTORS’ REPORTORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016DIRECTORS’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 20169  DIRECTORS’ INTERESTS IN SHARES, OPTIONS AND RIGHTS
The relevant interests of each Director as at 30 June 2016 in the shares, subordinated notes and Options or Rights over such instruments issued 
by the companies within the consolidated entity and other related bodies corporate at the date of this report are as follows:

Director
G King
J Akehurst
M Brenner
G Cairns
B Morgan
H Nugent
S Sargent
S Perkins

Ordinary shares held 
directly and indirectly
1,601,657
71,200
22,117
163,660
47,143
61,026
31,429
30,000

Subordinated Notes 
held directly and 
indirectly
2,000
–
–
–
1,000
300
–
–

Options over  
ordinary shares

3,018,530(1)

Deferred Share  
Rights (DSR) over 
ordinary shares

Performance Share 
Rights (PSR) over 
ordinary shares

31,984(2)

307,838(2)

–
–
–
–
–
–
–

–
–
–
–
–
–
–

–
–
–
–
–
–
–

Exercise price for Options and Rights:
(1)   728,506: $13.01, 1,293,104: $11.78, 171,232: $13.97, 825,688: $15.65.
(2)   Nil.

Only the Managing Director participates in the Company’s Equity Incentive Plan.

Options and rights granted by Origin
Non-executive Directors do not receive Options or Rights as part of their remuneration. The following Options and Rights were granted to the 
Managing Director and the five most highly remunerated officers (other than Directors) of the Company during the year ended 30 June 2016:

G King
D Baldwin
F Calabria
A Clarke
C McCamish
G Mallett
K Moses

Options
–
690,000
570,150
271,500
252,375
85,650
–

DSRs
–
62,220
64,560
28,212
26,550
20,861
–

PSRs
–
69,876
57,739
27,495
25,558
26,022
–

Each of these awards was made in accordance with the Company’s Equity Incentive Plan as part of the relevant executive’s remuneration. Further 
details on options and rights granted during the financial year, and unissued shares under Options and Rights, are included in Appendix 3 of the 
Remuneration Report.

No Options or Rights were granted since the end of the financial year.

Options and Rights granted by Contact Energy
The number of Options and Rights granted by Contact Energy to participants under its own long-term incentive plan during the financial year, 
and on issue at the end of the financial year is summarised below:

Options

Grant Date
1 October 2011
1 October 2012
1 October 2013
1 October 2014
1 October 2015

Expiry Date
30 November 2016
30 November 2017
30 November 2018
30 November 2019
30 November 2020

Exercise price 
NZ$5.4019
NZ$5.2186
NZ$5.3254
NZ$5.9351
NZ$4.9024

No Contact Energy Options have been granted since the end of the financial year.

PSRs

Grant Date
1 October 2011
1 October 2012
1 October 2013
1 October 2014
1 October 2015

06

Expiry Date
30 November 2016
30 November 2017
30 November 2018
30 November 2019
30 November 2020

Exercise price 
NZ$0.00
NZ$0.00
NZ$0.00
NZ$0.00
NZ$0.00

Balance at  
30 June 2016
2,214,815
3,682,544
2,951,009
1,180,374
972,245

Balance at  
30 June 2016
–
–
–
–
294,316

DIRECTORS’ REPORTDIRECTORS’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016DSRs

Grant Date
1 October 2014
1 October 2015

Expiry Date
30 November 2016
30 November 2017

Exercise price 
NZ$0.00
NZ$0.00

Balance at  
30 June 2016
–
314,170

2,871,844 Contact Energy ordinary shares were issued by Contact Energy in respect to their equity scheme during the financial year. No amount 
was payable on the issue of those shares as all 2,871,844 were rights with an exercise price of $0. Accordingly no amount remains unpaid on any 
of those shares. 

During the financial year Dennis Barnes, who was an Origin employee until 12 August 2015 and was one of Origin’s top 5 most highly 
remunerated officers also received 532,746 Options, 102,841 PSRs, 31,225 DSRs and 1,000 restricted shares through the employee share 
ownership scheme in Contact Energy as part of his remuneration.

No Contact Energy rights have been granted since the end of the financial year.

Origin Shares issued on the exercise of Options and Rights

Options
No Options granted under the Equity Incentive Plan were exercised during or since the year ended 30 June 2016, so no ordinary shares in Origin 
were issued as a result.

Rights
1,136,313 ordinary shares of Origin were issued during the year ended 30 June 2016 on the vesting and exercise of DSRs granted under the Equity 
Incentive Plan. No amount is payable on the vesting of those DSRs and, accordingly, no amounts remain unpaid in respect of any of those shares.

Since 30 June 2016, 56,333 ordinary shares were issued on the vesting of DSRs granted under the Equity Incentive Plan. No amount is payable 
on the vesting of those DSRs and, accordingly, no amounts remain unpaid in respect of any of those shares.

Contact Energy Shares issued on the exercise of Options and Rights
Since 30 June 2016, no Ordinary shares were issued by Contact Energy on the exercise of Contact Options or Rights. 

10  ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATION AND PERFORMANCE
The Company’s operations are subject to environmental regulation under Commonwealth, State and Territory legislation. For the year ended  
30 June 2016, the Company’s Australian operations recorded a number of environmental incidents arising from Origin’s activities including  
those where Origin was the operator of a joint venture. These incidents resulted in environmental impacts of a minor and/or temporary nature. 
Regulators were notified of reportable environmental incidents. The Company received ten notices, one of which was for an incident occurring in 
the previous reporting period. These notices included requests for further information, official warnings and/or enforcement actions. Appropriate 
remedial actions have been taken or are being undertaken in association with the relevant regulators, in response to each notice and reportable 
environmental incident.

In addition, the company entered into an Enforceable Undertaking with Safework NSW in relation to an LPG plant fire that occurred at the Minto 
LPG site, further details are set out on page 121 of the Annual Report.

INDEMNITIES AND INSURANCE FOR DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS 

11 
Under its Constitution, the Company may indemnify current and past Directors and Officers for losses or liabilities incurred by them as a Director 
or Officer of the Company or its related bodies corporate to the extent allowed under law. The Constitution also permits the Company to 
purchase and maintain a Directors’ and Officers’ insurance policy. No indemnity has been granted to an auditor of the Company in their capacity 
as auditor of the Company.

The Company has entered into agreements with current Directors and certain former Directors whereby it will indemnify those Directors from 
all losses or liabilities in accordance with the terms of, and subject to the limits set by, the Constitution.

The agreements stipulate that the Company will meet the full amount of any such liability, including costs and expenses to the extent allowed 
under law. The Company is not aware of any liability having arisen, and no claim has been made against the Company during or since the year 
ended 30 June 2016 under these agreements.

During the year, the Company has paid insurance premiums in respect of Directors’ and Officers’ liability, and legal expense insurance contracts 
for the year ended 30 June 2016.

The insurance contracts insure against certain liability (subject to exclusions) of persons who are or have been Directors or Officers of the Company 
and its controlled entities. A condition of the contracts is that the nature of the liability indemnified and the premium payable not be disclosed.

12  AUDITOR INDEPENDENCE
There is no former partner or director of KPMG, the Company’s auditors, who is or was at any time during the year ended 30 June 2016 an 
officer of the Origin Energy Group. The auditor’s independence declaration for the financial year (made under section 307C of the Corporations 
Act (Cth)) is attached to and forms part of this Report.

07

DIRECTORS’ REPORTORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016DIRECTORS’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 201613  NON-AUDIT SERVICES
The amounts paid or payable to KPMG for non-audit services provided during the year was $381,000 (shown to nearest thousand dollar). 
Amounts paid to KPMG are included in F7 to the full financial statements.

Based on written advice received from the Audit Committee Chairman pursuant to a resolution passed by the Audit Committee, the Board has 
formed the view that the provision of those non-audit services by KPMG is compatible with, and did not compromise, the general standards of 
independence for auditors imposed by the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). The Board’s reasons for concluding that the non-audit services provided 
by KPMG did not compromise its independence are:

 — all non-audit services provided were subjected to the Company’s corporate governance procedures and, on each occasion, were below the 

pre-approved limits imposed by the Audit Committee;

 — all non-audit services provided did not, and do not, undermine the general principles relating to auditor independence as they did not involve 
reviewing or auditing the auditor’s own work, acting in a management or decision making capacity for the Company, acting as an advocate 
for the Company or jointly sharing risks and rewards; and

 — there were no known conflict of interest situations nor any other circumstance arising out of a relationship between Origin (including its 

Directors and officers) and KPMG which may impact on auditor independence.

14  PROCEEDINGS ON BEHALF OF THE COMPANY
No proceedings have been brought on behalf of the Company, nor have any applications been made in respect of the Company under section 237 
of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).

15  ROUNDING OF AMOUNTS
The Company is of a kind referred to in ASIC Corporations (Rounding in Financial/Directors’ Reports) Instrument 2016/191 dated 24 March 2016 
and in accordance with that class order, amounts in the financial report and Directors’ Report have been rounded off to the nearest million dollars 
unless otherwise stated.

16  REMUNERATION
The Remuneration Report forms part of this Directors’ Report.

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DIRECTORS’ REPORTDIRECTORS’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Petroleum reserves and contingent resources are typically prepared  
by deterministic methods with support from probabilistic methods. 
Petroleum reserves and contingent resources are aggregated by 
arithmetic summation by category and as a result, proved reserves  
(1P reserves) may be a conservative estimate due to the portfolio 
effects of the arithmetic summation. Proved plus probable plus 
possible (3P reserves) may be an optimistic estimate due to the  
same aforementioned reasons.

Some of Australia Pacific LNG’s CSG interests are subject to 
reversionary rights to transfer back to Tri-Star a 45 per cent interest 
in Australia Pacific LNG’s share of those CSG interests that were 
acquired from Tri-Star in 2002 if certain conditions are met. Please 
refer to section 6 for further information.

On 10 August 2015, Origin divested its entire 53.09 per cent interest 
in Contact Energy. Information in this report referencing total 
operations includes Contact Energy and references to continuing 
operations exclude Contact Energy. Key financial items on a total 
operations and continuing operations basis are included in Appendix 2.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This Operating and Financial Review (OFR) contains forward looking 
statements, including statements of current intention, statements  
of opinion and predictions as to possible future events and future 
financial prospects. Such statements are not statements of fact and 
there can be no certainty of outcome in relation to the matters to 
which the statements relate. Forward looking statements involve 
known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other 
important factors that could cause the actual outcomes to be materially 
different from the events or results expressed or implied by such 
statements, and the outcomes are not all within the control of Origin. 
Statements about past performance are not necessarily indicative  
of future performance.

Neither the Company nor any of its subsidiaries, affiliates and 
associated companies (or any of their respective officers, employees or 
agents) (the “Relevant Persons”) makes any representation, assurance 
or guarantee as to the accuracy or likelihood of fulfilment of any 
forward looking statement or any outcomes expressed or implied in 
any forward looking statement. The forward looking statements in this 
OFR reflect views held only at the date of this report and except as 
required by applicable law or the ASX Listing Rules, the Relevant 
Persons disclaim any obligation or undertaking to publicly update any 
forward looking statements, or discussion of future financial prospects, 
whether as a result of new information or future events. 

This OFR and Directors’ Report refer to Origin’s financial results, 
including Origin’s Statutory Profit and Underlying Profit. Origin’s 
Statutory Profit contains a number of items that when excluded 
provide a different perspective on the financial and operational 
performance of the business. Income Statement amounts, presented 
on an underlying basis such as Underlying Profit, are non-IFRS 
financial measures, and exclude the impact of these items consistent 
with the manner in which the Managing Director reviews the financial 
and operating performance of the business. Each underlying measure 
disclosed has been adjusted to remove the impact of these items on a 
consistent basis. A reconciliation and description of the items that 
contribute to the difference between Statutory Profit and Underlying 
Profit is provided in Appendix 1 of this OFR.

Certain other non-IFRS financial measures are also included in this 
OFR. These non-IFRS financial measures are used internally by 
management to assess the performance of Origin’s business and make 
decisions on allocation of resources. Further information regarding the 
non-IFRS financial measures is included in the Glossary in Appendix 6 
of this OFR. Non-IFRS measures have not been subject to audit or 
review. Certain comparative amounts from the prior corresponding 
period have been re-presented to conform to the current period’s 
presentation.

Disclosures of Origin and Australia Pacific LNG’s reserves and 
resources are as at 30 June 2016. These reserves and resources were 
announced on 29 July 2016 in Origin’s Annual Reserves Report for 
the year ended 30 June 2016 (Annual Reserves Report). Origin 
confirms that it is not aware of any new information or data that 
materially affects the information included in the Annual Reserves 
Report and that all the material assumptions and technical parameters 
underpinning the estimates in the Annual Reserves Report continue  
to apply and have not materially changed. 

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 20161  REVIEW OF TOTAL OPERATIONS
Financial information in this section, unless otherwise stated, references total operations including Contact Energy which is presented as a 
discontinued operation in the income statement. On 10 August 2015, Origin divested its entire 53.09 per cent interest in Contact Energy.  
Key financial items for total operations, continuing operations and discontinued operations are included in Appendix 2.

1.1  Results Overview

Year ended 30 June
Statutory Results(1):
Statutory (Loss)
Statutory earnings per share 
Items excluded from Underlying Profit
Underlying Results(1):
Underlying Profit
Underlying earnings per share
Final dividend per share – unfranked

2016 
($m)

(589)
(37.3¢)
(954)

365
23.2¢
Nil

2015 
($m)

Change 
(%)

(658)
(52.1¢) 
(1,340)

682
54.0¢(2) 
25¢

(10)
(28)
(29)

(46)
(57)

Almost eight years after the establishment of Australia Pacific LNG, Origin recorded a major milestone with the commencement of LNG 
production by Australia Pacific LNG. This has occurred at a time when oil prices have fallen to the lowest level in many years. As a consequence 
Origin began the financial year with an unsustainably high level of debt.

Origin has responded to these circumstances through a series of initiatives to reduce debt and build resilience in a low oil price environment. 
These include:

 — The sale of its 53.09 per cent interest in Contact Energy for NZ$1.8 billion;
 — The Entitlement Offer to raise $2.5 billion of equity (Entitlement Offer);
 — Commencement of asset sales program to deliver at least $800 million of proceeds by end of financial year 2017 with $484 million 

announced to date;

 — The continued delivery of capital and operating cost reduction targets across Origin, with a head count reduction in excess of 2,500  

over the last 18 months;

 — The decision to exit from geothermal activities and international exploration to focus on two strong businesses, Energy Markets and 

Integrated Gas; and

 — The purchase of put options over 15 million barrels of oil for the 2017 financial year with a strike price of A$55/bbl (75 per cent of the 

volume) and US$40/bbl (25 per cent of the volume) and forward sale of LNG cargoes.

These circumstances and Origin’s response to them have driven the results for the 2016 financial year.

Statutory loss of $589 million decreased $69 million from the prior year driven by lower Underlying Profit ($317 million) with Items excluded 
from Underlying Profit of $954 million, $386 million lower than the prior year.

Items excluded from Underlying Profit included impairments of $515 million reflecting costs related to the decision to cease development 
activities ($171 million) and Upstream impairments ($344 million) due primarily to downward revisions to reserves in the Otway, Bass and Cooper 
basins. Refer to Appendix 1 for additional detail.

Origin’s Underlying Profit of $365 million is down $317 million on the prior year including a lower contribution from discontinued operations, 
reflecting the sale of Contact Energy ($68 million).

Underlying EBITDA from continuing operations decreased $27 million reflecting a strong contribution from Energy Markets and maiden 
contribution from the sale of LNG by Australia Pacific LNG, offset by the impact of lower oil prices. Underlying Profit from continuing operations 
decreased $249 million primarily due to increased share of Australia Pacific LNG Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortisation (ITDA) ($231 million) 
associated with recognition of increased sales of natural gas and LNG. Revenue from increased sales given the low oil price environment have 
been insufficient to offset the increase in ITDA. The higher ITDA also includes a disproportionate share of costs associated with infrastructure 
assets related to the LNG export project.

Movements in Underlying and Statutory earnings per share reflect lower earnings and the effect of a higher weighted average number of shares 
following the issue of new shares under the entitlement offer completed during October 2015.

The Board has determined to not pay a dividend in respect of earnings for the second half of the financial year. 

(1)  Refer to Glossary in Appendix 6 for definitions of terms set out in the table.
(2)  Prior period adjusted for the bonus element (discount to market price) of the September 2015 rights issue.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWOPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 20161.2  Statement of cash flows

Year ended 30 June

Cash flow from operating activities
Continuing operations
Discontinued operations

Total cash flow from operating activities
Cash flow from investing activities
Capital expenditure – continuing operations
APLNG net contribution
Net disposals/(acquisitions)
Capital expenditure – discontinued operations

Total cash flow used in investing activities
Net cash flow from operating and investing activities
Cash flow from financing activities
Net proceeds/(repayment) of debt
Interest paid
Dividends paid
Proceeds from share issue

Total cash flow from financing activities

2016 
($m)

1,333
71

1,404

(693)
(1,206)
1,718
(8)

(189)
1,215

(2,690)
(611)
(418)
2,496

(1,223)

2015 
($m)

1,378
455

1,833

(970)
(2,166)
(667)
(112)

(3,914)
(2,081)

3,265
(547)
(722)
–

1,996

Change 
($m)

Change 
(%)

(45)
(384)

(429)

277
960
2,385
104

3,725
3,296

(5,955)
(64)
304
2,496

(3,219)

(3)
(84)

(23)

(29)
(44)
(358)
(93)

(95)
(158)

(182)
12
(42)
N/A

(161)

Cash flows from operating activities decreased $429 million to $1,404 million due to lower operating cash flow from discontinued operations 
($384 million) following the sale of Contact Energy. Cash flows from continuing operations decreased $45 million or 3 per cent to $1,333 million 
including the impact of actions taken to reduce costs and risks in response to low oil prices (-$395 million).

Cash flow used in investing activities decreased $3,725 million to $189 million:

 — Lower capital expenditure from continuing operations ($277 million) reflecting delivery on Origin’s commitment to reduce capital 

expenditure in Energy Markets, reduction in capital expenditure related to the Exploration and Production (E&P) operations as growth 
projects complete, and the decision taken to cease international growth activities(1).

 — Lower net contribution to Australia Pacific LNG ($960 million) as construction of the LNG export project nears completion.
 — Lower net acquisitions/disposals ($2,385 million):
  —  sale of assets to reduce debt ($1,718 million), including Origin’s interest in Contact Energy ($1,599 million) and sale of the Mortlake 

Terminal Station ($110 million); and

  — prior period acquisition of Poseidon ($686 million).

Net cash from operating and investing activities (NCOIA) improved $3,296 million to $1,215 million reflecting a reduction in capital expenditure 
as growth projects near completion and other actions taken by Origin to reduce debt.

1.3  Financial Position and Return on Capital

As at
Net Assets
including:

Investment in Australia Pacific LNG
MRCPS(2) issued by Australia Pacific LNG

Non-cash fair value uplift
Adjusted net assets
Origin net debt(3) 
Net derivative liabilities
Origin’s share of APLNG project finance

Capital employed
Origin’s adjusted EBIT
Origin’s equity share of APLNG interest and tax

Adjusted EBIT
Average capital employed
Underlying ROCE(4) 

(1)  Excluding New Zealand.
(2)  Mandatory Redeemable Preference Shares (MRCPS).
(3)  30 June 2015 balance is inclusive of Contact Energy. Refer to Section 2.3 (Adjusted Net Debt) for additional detail.
(4)  Underlying ROCE is calculated as Adjusted EBIT / Average Capital Employed. Refer to definition in Appendix 6.

30 June 2016 
($m)
14,530

30 June 2015 
($m)
14,159

5,945
4,848
 (1,923)
12,607
9,470
 (319)
4,163

25,921
798
31

829
27,913
3.0%

6,231
3,304
 (1,945)
12,214
13,273
463
3,954

29,904
1,280
 (2)

1,278
27,926
4.6%

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
As at 30 June 2016, Origin’s capital employed of $25,921 million includes capital related to Australia Pacific LNG of $13,033 million, comprising 
the carrying value of its equity accounted investment ($5,945 million), the balance of MRCPS ($4,848 million) and Origin’s share of Australia 
Pacific LNG project finance ($4,163 million) less the non-cash fair value uplift(1) ($1,923 million) recorded on the creation of Australia Pacific LNG 
and subsequent share issues to Sinopec. Australia Pacific LNG has been in the project development phase and is ramping up to full operations, 
and as a result, is yet to deliver a return on capital.

Adjusted EBIT decreased $449 million to $829 million including the impact of Origin’s sale of its interest in Contact Energy (-$257 million), lower E&P 
EBIT and disproportionate depreciation & amortisation from Origin’s investment in Australia Pacific LNG until the project reaches full operations.

Capital employed decreased $3,983 million to $25,921 million reflecting actions taken by Origin to reduce debt, with average capital  
employed steady.

Underlying ROCE of 3.0 per cent for the 2016 financial year is 1.6 per cent lower than the prior year reflecting lower adjusted EBIT. Underlying 
ROCE continues to be impacted until the returns from the capital invested for Australia Pacific LNG starts to be realised as Australia Pacific LNG  
moves towards full production.

2  REVIEW OF CONTINUING OPERATIONS
Financial information in the following section refers to underlying performance from continuing operations, unless otherwise stated. Underlying 
performance from continuing operations is derived from underlying performance from total operations and excludes Contact Energy as Origin 
divested its entire 53.09 per cent interest in August 2015.

2.1  Underlying financial performance(2)

Year ended 30 June  
Continuing operations
Energy Markets Underlying EBITDA
Integrated Gas Underlying EBITDA
Corporate Underlying EBITDA

Underlying EBITDA
Underlying depreciation and amortisation
Underlying share of ITDA

Underlying EBIT
Underlying net financing costs(3)

Underlying Profit before income tax and non-controlling interests
Underlying income tax expense 
Non-controlling interests’ share of Underlying Profit

Underlying Profit
Underlying earnings per share 
Cash flows from operating activities
Capital expenditure (excluding acquisitions)
Origin’s net cash contribution to APLNG(5)
Adjusted Net Debt

2016  
($m)
1,330
386
(81)

1,635
(604)
(296)

735
(100)

635
(275)
(6)

354
22.4¢
1,333
693
1,206
9,131

2015  
($m)
1,260
498
(96)

1,662
(618)
(62)

982
(78)

904
(291)
(10)

603
47.7¢(4) 
1,378
970
2,166
13,102

Change 
(%)
6
(22)
(16)

(2)
(2)
377

(25)
28

(30)
(5)
(40)

(41)
(53)
(3)
(29)
(44)
(30)

 — A strong operational performance from Origin’s Energy Markets business and significant increase in Australia Pacific LNG production  

was offset by the impacts of lower liquids prices. Underlying EBITDA decreased $27 million or 2 per cent to $1,635 million.

 — Energy Markets Underlying EBITDA increased $70 million to $1,330 million, reflecting the achievement of targeted operating cost 

reductions. The integrated portfolio performed well, with stable Electricity and Natural Gas gross profit in a higher and more volatile 
wholesale energy price environment.

 — Integrated Gas Underlying EBITDA decreased $112 million to $386 million due to:
  —  An increased contribution from LNG operations ($18 million) reflecting the commencement of LNG production ($119 million) (including 

a disproportionate share of operating costs related to infrastructure assets), offset by the impact of lower oil prices on Australia Pacific 
LNG’s domestic gas sales ($63 million) and lower LNG net recovery as Australia Pacific LNG upstream capital expenditure declines  
($38 million); and

  —  Lower contribution from Origin’s E&P operations ($130 million) primarily reflecting lower liquids prices and volumes ($90 million),  

and increased exploration expense ($34 million).

 — Origin’s share of ITDA increased $234 million to $296 million primarily reflecting Australia Pacific LNG’s ITDA as LNG production 

commenced. This includes a disproportionate share of costs associated with infrastructure assets related to the LNG export project and 
MRCPS interest expense paid by Australia Pacific LNG to shareholders, which is offset by the recognition of MRCPS interest income in 
Origin’s underlying net finance costs.

 — Underlying net financing costs increased $22 million to $100 million reflecting the partial movement into underlying earnings (from Items 
excluded from Underlying Profit in FY2015) of net financing costs (interest expense and MRCPS interest income) associated with the 
funding of Origin’s investment in Australia Pacific LNG following recognition of Train 1 LNG sales, previously capitalised interest moving  
into underlying net financing costs, partly offset by the impact of lower debt following proceeds received from the sale of Origin’s interest  
in Contact Energy. Refer to Appendix 4 for additional detail.

(1)  Refer to definition in Appendix 6.
(2)  Refer to Glossary in Appendix 6 for definitions of terms in the table.
(3)  Refer to Appendix 4 for additional detail.
(4)  Prior period adjusted for the bonus element (discount to market price) of the September 2015 rights issue.
(5)  Origin’s cash contribution to Australia Pacific LNG for the current year is net of $338 million of interest income ($165 million in the prior period) received on MRCPS.  

Interest on the MRCPS is paid to shareholders twice per annum based on a fixed interest rate.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWOPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 — While Underlying tax expense was $16 million lower at $275 million, the tax rate increased from 32 per cent to 43 per cent reflecting  

a higher Australia Pacific LNG loss.

 — As a consequence, Underlying Profit decreased $249 million or 41 per cent to $354 million.
 — Cash flows from operating activities decreased 3 per cent or $45 million to $1,333 million including the impact of actions taken to reduce 

costs and risks in response to low oil prices (-$395 million).

 — Capital expenditure (excluding acquisitions) decreased $277 million to $693 million reflecting delivery on Origin’s commitment to reduce 
capital expenditure in Energy Markets, reducing capital expenditure related to the E&P operations as growth projects complete, and the 
decision taken to cease international growth activities.

 — Origin’s net cash contribution to Australia Pacific LNG decreased to $1,206 million (compared to $2,166 million in the prior period)  

as construction of the LNG export project nears completion.

A detailed analysis of the underlying performance of the business by operating segment is provided in Section 5. Appendix 3 provides further 
segment detail for Underlying EBITDA and Underlying EBIT.

2.2  Cash flows from operating activities reconciliation
The following table reconciles Underlying EBITDA from continuing operations to Cash Flows from operating activities – continuing operations.

Year ended 30 June

Underlying EBITDA – continuing operations
Origin’s share of APLNG EBITDA 
Exploration expense
Change in working capital
Oil Puts premium paid
Insurance relating to completion of APLNG
Re-structuring costs
Oil Forward Sale 
Other
Tax paid

Cash flows from operating activities – continuing operations

2016 
($m)

1,635
(111)
63
161
(117)
(37)
(102)
(139)
(54)
34

1,333

2015 
($m)

1,662
(55)
29
(204)
–
–
–
–
14
(68)

1,378

Change 
($m)

Change 
(%)

(27)
(56)
34
365
(117)
(37)
(102)
(139)
(68)
102

(45)

(2)
102
117
(179)
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
(150)

(3)

Cash flows from operating activities – continuing operations decreased 3 per cent or $45 million to $1,333 million:

 — Movement in EBITDA adjusted for the non-cash impacts of exploration expense and contribution from the equity accounted Australia 

Pacific LNG operations (-$49 million)

 — Reduction in working capital ($365 million), including:
  —  No repeat of financial year 2015 payments related to the ending of the carbon scheme ($192 million); and 
  —  Impact of actions taken to improve cash flow and reduce debt in response to low oil prices ($222 million) including sale of renewable 

certificates to take advantage of high prices and continued focus on reducing working capital through introduction of monthly billing  
and vendor management.

 — Impacts of actions taken to reduce costs and risks in response to low oil prices (-$395 million):
  —  the payment of oil put option premium (-$117 million);
  —  insurance increase relating to the completion of the Australia Pacific LNG project (-$37 million);
  —  restructuring costs associated with Origin’s cost reduction programs (-$102 million); and
  —  reduction in cash received from the sale of oil and condensate as a large proportion of production was sold under the forward sale 

agreement(1) (-$139 million), for which Origin received an upfront payment at the time of the transaction (Oil Forward Sale Agreements).

 — Other cash flow movements (-$68 million) relating to a reduction in employee provisions.
 — Reduction in tax paid ($102 million) primarily reflecting a tax refund received during financial year 2016 following finalisation of the 2015 

financial year income tax return.

2.3  Funding and capital management

Liquidity
As at 30 June 2016, Origin held cash and cash equivalents of $146 million compared with $151 million at 30 June 2015. 

As at 30 June 2016, Origin has $6.7 billion of committed undrawn debt facilities and cash (excluding bank guarantees).

Adjusted Net Debt
Between 2011 and 2015, Origin raised foreign currency denominated debt in the US and Euro markets. This foreign currency debt was hedged 
into either AUD or USD using cross currency interest rate swap (CCIRS) derivatives. 

Accounting standards require the foreign currency debt and the linked CCIRS derivatives to be disclosed in different lines on the Statement of 
Financial Position (Balance Sheet). Foreign currency debt is translated at the current market spot rate and classified as interest-bearing liabilities, 
whilst the associated CCIRS derivatives are measured at current market rates (fair value) and are classified as either derivative assets or derivative 
liabilities on the Statement of Financial Position. It is the combination of the interest-bearing liabilities and the derivative assets or derivative 
liabilities that reflect the Company’s adjusted net debt position or the quantum of funds the Company is required to repay upon maturity of the debt.

As at 30 June 2016, Origin’s interest bearing liabilities on the Statement of Financial Position were $9,616 million. The associated CCIRS was a 
net derivative asset of $339 million on the Statement of Financial Position. The net amount reflects the quantum of debt Origin is required to 
repay upon maturity.

(1) 

In the 2013 financial year, Origin entered into agreements to sell the majority of its future oil and condensate over a 72 month period commencing 1 July 2015. Upon entry  
into the agreements, Origin received A$482 million reflecting the prevailing average oil forward price at the time of the transaction of US$89/bbl, discounted to US$62.40/bbl  
to reflect the receipt of the sales proceeds upfront. Delivery of oil and condensate production into the forward sale agreement commenced during the current period for which 
revenue is recognised at US$62.40/bbl, but for which there is no associated cash flow as proceeds were received upfront. 

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Adjusted Net Debt decreased $3,971 million to $9,131 million including the impact of Origin’s $2,500 million rights issue and sale of Origin’s 
share of Contact Energy.

As at
Total interest bearing liabilities
Less: cash and cash equivalents

Net Debt
Fair value adjustments on FX hedging transactions

Adjusted Net Debt

30 June 2016 
($m)
9,616
(146)

9,470
(339)

9,131

30 June 2015(1) 
($m)(1)

13,428
(155)

13,273
(171)

13,102

Interest rates 
Origin’s underlying average interest rate incurred on debt for the current period was 5.9 per cent, compared with 5.1 per cent in the prior period. 
The increase is primarily due to the:

 — recognition in Underlying Profit of interest at a higher interest rate (primarily driven by hybrid debt) on debt used to fund Origin’s 

investment related to Australia Pacific LNG Train 1 and infrastructure assets from 1 March 2016; and

 — repayment of drawn bank debt from the proceeds from debt reduction actions. The interest rate associated with bank debt is lower than 

capital market and hybrid debt.

Underlying net financing costs used to calculate the Underlying average interest rate include interest on Origin’s Australian Dollar, US Dollar  
and New Zealand Dollar debt obligations. Origin’s New Zealand Dollar debt obligations were converted to Australian Dollar obligations following 
the sale of Contact Energy in August 2015.

Approximately 62 per cent of Origin’s consolidated debt obligations are fixed to 30 June 2017 at an average rate of 6.3 per cent including margin.

Australia Pacific LNG Debt
The total amount drawn down by Australia Pacific LNG from its project finance facility during the period was US$157 million and at 30 June 2016, 
US$8,462 million of the total US$8,500 million project finance facility had been drawn. Origin’s 37.5 per cent share of Australia Pacific LNG 
drawn Project Finance is US$3,173 million.

Australia Pacific LNG Funding
On 1 July 2016 Australia Pacific LNG adopted US dollar functional currency for reporting purposes, and Australia Pacific LNG’s existing MRCPS 
facility of A$12.9 billion (A$4.8 billion Origin share) was repaid and cancelled. This was funded by the issue of a new US dollar denominated MRCPS 
and ordinary equity. Origin’s MRCPS receivable in the 2017 financial year will total US$2.8 billion. The USD MRCPS earn an effective interest rate 
of 6.37 per cent per annum. All future contributions by shareholders to Australia Pacific LNG will be ordinary equity contributions. Origin plans to 
manage the income statement impact of foreign exchange rate gains or losses related to its US dollar denominated MRCPS receivable against 
exposure to its existing US dollar denominated debt portfolio. Any residual foreign exchange impact will be disclosed outside of underlying earnings.

Share capital
During the current period, Origin issued an additional 644 million shares (including 636 million shares under the entitlement offer completed 
during October 2015, one million shares under incentive plans and six million shares under Origin’s dividend re-investment plan), raising a total  
of $2,538 million ($2,496 million net cash proceeds of the entitlement offer and $42 million from the dividend reinvestment plan).

The total number of shares on issue was 1,753 million at 30 June 2016.

The weighted average number of shares used to calculate basic EPS at 30 June 2016 increased by 314 million to 1,578 million from 1,264 million 
at 30 June 2015.

2.4  Final dividend – Nil
The Board has determined not to pay a dividend in respect of earnings for the second half of the financial year. While the Board will review  
each dividend decision in light of the prevailing circumstances, the Board’s view is that suspension of the dividend is in the best overall interest  
of shareholders.

3  ORIGIN’S BUSINESS STRATEGY
In the short term, in light of the significant fall in oil prices, Origin has taken steps to increase business resilience to low oil prices as described  
in Section 1. Origin has also made adjustments to its strategy to focus on two strong businesses, Energy Markets and Integrated Gas, including 
the decision to:

 — pursue its renewable energy strategy through Energy Markets; and
 — discontinue international exploration (excluding New Zealand) and geothermal activities.

Origin currently supplies energy to wholesale and retail energy markets primarily in Australia, and to the Asia Pacific region via its 37.5 per cent 
interest in Australia Pacific LNG.

Origin believes that a renewed global commitment in 2016 to reduce carbon emissions will accelerate the transition from more carbon intensive 
to less carbon intensive fuels. It is widely believed that the resources that will most benefit from this transition are natural gas and renewable 
energy – particularly wind and solar. 

The increased impact of intermittency that arises with a growing use of renewable energy requires firming to provide communities with reliable 
and affordable energy on a more sustainable basis. For the medium to longer term natural gas will have a critical role to play in providing a less 
carbon intensive fuel and reliability both locally and globally, resulting in a growing demand for natural gas. Origin intends to lead this transition  
in local markets through its Energy Markets business and in regional markets through its investment in Australia Pacific LNG and its growing  
LNG production.

(1) 

Inclusive of Contact Energy.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWOPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 20163.2   Regionally significant position in natural gas and  

LNG production

The Integrated Gas business comprises Origin’s 37.5 per cent 
shareholding in Australia Pacific LNG and E&P operations. Integrated 
Gas’ strategy is to lower the cost of Australia’s vast onshore and 
near-shore resources and connect them to high value markets.

Australia Pacific LNG owns extensive CSG reserves, predominantly in 
the Surat and Bowen basins in Queensland. Australia Pacific LNG has 
the largest 2P CSG reserves position(2) in Australia of 13,529 PJe(3) and 
is in the completion stages of a large-scale CSG-to-LNG project on 
Curtis Island in Queensland that has a design nameplate capacity of  
9 million tonnes per annum. Train 1 of the facility is already operating, 
with Train 2 expected to be completed in Q2 of FY17. Australia Pacific 
LNG is delivering LNG under its long term supply contracts with 
customers in China and Japan. Origin is the upstream operator of the 
Australia Pacific LNG project, responsible for the development of the 
CSG resources and the processing and transportation of gas to the 
LNG facility on Curtis Island. 

Origin also has E&P operations in Australia and New Zealand, with 
exploration and production interests in the Otway, Bass and Cooper 
Basins in eastern and southern Australia, the Browse and Perth basins 
in Western Australia, the Bonaparte basin in north-western Australia, 
the Beetaloo Basin in the Northern Territory and the Taranaki and 
Canterbury Basins in New Zealand. 

As the upstream operator of the Australia Pacific LNG project, together 
with Origin’s own existing gas operations, Origin has significant 
capabilities in natural gas production and has a substantial reserves 
position including 6,277 PJe of 2P reserves(4). Origin expects that from 
the early 2020’s the global LNG market will shift from being long to 
short, the Australian East Coast gas market will trend towards export 
parity pricing, that a tightening East Coast gas supply creates 
opportunity and that Origin believes that Australian gas resources are 
globally competitive when exported through existing infrastructure and 
that connecting these gas resources to export markets enhances value. 

To deliver shareholder value through this strategy requires a focus on:

 — continued execution and technology innovation to reduce find 

and develop costs in Australia Pacific LNG’s upstream operations, 
Origin’s other gas resources and prospective opportunities;
 — maintaining access to resources and prudently manage the 
existing portfolio of onshore and near-shore assets and 
prospective opportunities; and

 — leveraging proven gas and LNG marketing capability to access 
high value emerging export and existing domestic markets.

In supplying these markets, Origin’s strategy is to invest in the 
contestable segments of energy production, power generation and 
energy wholesaling and retailing. This strategy is designed to provide 
opportunities to grow the value of the Company and deliver a return 
on capital employed in excess of the Company’s cost of capital by 
connecting energy resources to customers, while allowing for the 
more effective management of the risks that arise across an 
increasingly competitive energy supply chain. 

Origin intends to focus its interests on natural gas resources in 
Australia with paths to monetise resources both domestically through 
Energy Markets and internationally through LNG exports, particularly 
to the Asia Pacific region where demand for energy is expected to 
increase over the medium to longer term. 

Origin also intends to continue growing its position in renewable 
energy to meet its obligations under the Renewable Energy Target  
in Australia and build capability for the increasing role that renewable 
energy is expected to play in the future. 

Origin believes the successful pursuit of this strategy will lead to Origin:

 — being a leader in the Australian energy market; and
 — having a regionally significant position in natural gas and  

LNG production.

3.1  Leader in energy markets
Origin, through its Energy Markets business, has leading integrated 
operations in the energy supply, power generation and retail sectors  
of the Australian energy supply chain. The Energy Markets business 
comprises:

 — the leading energy retailing position in Australia by customer 

accounts with approximately 29 per cent(1) share of natural gas 
and electricity retail customer accounts in Australia’s eastern  
and southern states, servicing approximately 4.2 million gas, 
electricity and LPG customers with a broad range of energy 
products and solutions;

 — a large and diverse gas portfolio which, together with flexible gas 

transport arrangements and coal supply agreements, support  
a strong domestic power generation and retail business;

 — a significant power generation portfolio of approximately 6,000 MW 

providing flexibility and diversity across fuel, generation type and 
geography; and

 — a substantial renewable energy portfolio that provides flexibility 
for Origin to develop or support the development of additional 
renewable energy and fulfil its aspiration to be one of Australia’s 
leading renewable energy companies.

With the vision to be Australia’s most trusted energy solutions 
provider leading a transition to a more renewable future and offering 
products and services across both grid supply and distributed 
generation, Energy Markets is extending its reach beyond the meter. 
The energy landscape is rapidly empowering consumers, with 
technology enabling consumers to generate electricity from roof  
tops, storing electricity for use in peak periods and managing energy 
requirements using connected devices. 

Combining capability in retail and wholesale markets with deeper 
knowledge of customers, Energy Markets is embracing this change  
to provide differentiated solutions and services to help the  
empowered consumer manage their energy needs. Energy Markets  
is implementing the following strategies to move closer to the 
customer and improve returns:

 — integrated wholesale portfolio pivoting to utility scale renewables, 
supported by flexible fuel, generation and transport capacity to 
benefit from changing market dynamics;

 — customer strategy delivering service excellence and innovative 

products to consumers, while improving customer lifetime value 
and continuing to reduce costs; and

 — new energy solutions, including solar and battery storage 

solutions, serviced hot water and embedded electrical networks, 
while continuing to build digital metering capability.

(1)  Based on Origin natural gas and electricity customer accounts as at 30 June 2016 and estimated market customer accounts as at 30 June 2015.
(2)  EnergyQuest, May 2016.
(3)  At 30 June 2016. For further information refer to Origin’s Annual Reserves Report for the year ended 30 June 2016, announced on 29 July 2016. Also refer to the Important 

Information on reserves and resources disclosures prior to Section 1.

(4)  At 30 June 2016. Including hydrocarbon liquids. Includes Origin’s 37.5 per cent share of Australia Pacific LNG. 

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 20164  PROSPECTS AND OUTLOOK FOR FUTURE 
FINANCIAL YEARS 

4.1  Prospects
In the 2017 financial year Australia Pacific LNG expects to commence 
production from Train 2, ending a long period of significant capital 
expenditure. The commencement of LNG production by Australia 
Pacific LNG has happened at a time when oil prices are at their lowest 
level for many years and these circumstances resulted in an 
unsustainably high level of debt.

Origin’s priorities for the next few years are continuing to reduce debt 
and lift returns. To achieve these priorities Origin will:
 — Complete the Australia Pacific LNG project 

The Australia Pacific LNG project is nearing completion with  
Train 1 exporting cargoes since January 2016, and Train 2 
expected to do so in the second quarter of the 2017 financial 
year. The remaining funding contribution is forecast to be  
$0.6 billion from 1 July 2016 until Australia Pacific Australia 
Pacific LNG is self-funding.

 — Limit capital spend 

Capital expenditure (excluding Australia Pacific LNG) is limited  
to maintaining existing assets, completing projects that have 
commenced and meeting joint venture and permit commitments. 

 — Continue to deliver on the asset sales program 

The sale of infrastructure, wind and geothermal assets sales 
totalling $484 million(1) have been announced to date, and on  
track to contribute a total of $800 million to debt reduction  
by the end of the 2017 financial year. 

 — Maximise earnings and operating cash flow 

Continue the strong performance in the Energy Markets business 
with increasing production in Integrated Gas, and ongoing 
benefits of cost out programs lowering costs. 

 — Maintain adequate liquidity 

Maintain adequate debt and capital markets facilities to cover  
all foreseeable funding requirements.

Growing contributions from Energy Markets
As the gas and electricity wholesale markets experience significant 
change from the impact of LNG exports and increased renewables, 
Origin’s integrated portfolio has proven resilient and profitable. Origin 
will continue to utilise this flexible energy portfolio, leading customer 
experience and product innovation to maintain strong Natural Gas 
contributions, drive growth in Electricity margins and pivot to a 
renewable future. 

The three Gladstone LNG projects are expected to come into full 
production in the 2017 financial year. Origin will continue to utilise its 
flexible gas supply and transport arrangements, along with its flexible 
generation portfolio, to manage the swings in the gas market. Origin 
expects to maintain Natural Gas contributions in the absence of low 
cost ramp gas in future years. In the medium term, there is upside 
exposure in Natural Gas to higher oil prices.

Origin’s flexible electricity portfolio is structured to maintain a 
competitive cost of energy and support further margin expansion  
as higher wholesale market prices are reflected in customer tariffs  
in the 2017 financial year.

To meet the national 33 TWh renewable energy target, a further  
14 TWh of renewable generation is required to come into the system 
by 2020. Origin is well placed to benefit from additional renewable energy 
in its portfolio. An overall short energy and long capacity position, 
combined with a short renewable portfolio, means that Origin’s 
existing generation assets will not be stranded and the peaking fleet in 
particular will benefit from price volatility. Finally, the development cost 
of renewable energy, especially utility-scale solar, is rapidly decreasing 
and is expected to continue to provide Origin with a competitive cost 
of electricity and Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs).

For customers, product and service innovations like Solar-as-a-Service, 
Predictable Plan, batteries and metering services will be a priority.  
The development of Origin’s digital and innovation capabilities also 
underpins the continued evolution of cost reductions, ensuring Origin 
can provide excellent customer experience through simplified 
customer journeys at the most efficient cost for customers. The 
continued success and growth of the LPG, Solar, Centralised Energy 
Services and Acumen businesses underpin Origin’s aspiration to 
expand the multi-product holdings of customers and increase 
customer life time value.

These trends of increasing wholesale prices, volatility and REC prices 
are expected to improve Origin’s competitive position compared to 
retailers with less integrated and flexible portfolios. Origin will focus  
on managing margins and continuing to build customer loyalty and 
trust with leading customer experience.

Growing production and reducing cost in Integrated Gas
In the current low oil price environment, Origin has implemented 
actions to build resilience to low oil prices. In light of these actions and 
the objectives of growing production and reducing breakeven cost,  
key priorities are:

 — Continuing execution momentum, including completing the 
Australia Pacific LNG project and fulfilling the project finance 
lenders’ tests with parent guarantees falling away, and completing 
the Halladale/Speculant project;

 — Continuing to reduce development and production costs while 

building flexibility, with opportunity to lower Australia Pacific 
LNG’s breakeven costs and reducing controllable costs across 
E&P operations;

 — Securing new high value markets to support future growth;
 — Managing the portfolio with discipline by investing in backfill 

opportunities only when a clear route to market exists; and

 — Building the capability and culture to deliver with a particular 
focus on increasing indigenous and female participation.

Australia Pacific LNG
The Australia Pacific LNG project is being increasingly derisked, with 
the commencement of production from Train 1 with 36 cargoes loaded 
to date, the majority under long term Sale and Purchase Agreements 
with Sinopec and Kansai. First cargo from Train 2 is expected in the 
second quarter of the 2017 financial year. Upstream operated production 
is exceeding 1,200 TJ/d, and Train 1 production is exceeding design 
nameplate capacity. The Train 1 project finance operational lenders 
test(2) has commenced and the release of the first tranche (60 per cent) 
of shareholder guarantees is on track for the second quarter of the 
2017 financial year, with the balance of shareholder guarantees of 
Australia Pacific LNG’s US$8.5 billion project finance facility expected 
to be completed in calendar year 2017. 

The Project Cost of Australia Pacific LNG’s CSG-to-LNG Project is 
forecast to be $25.9 billion and Origin’s remaining contribution to 
Australia Pacific LNG is expected to be $0.6 billion, both in line with 
previous guidance(3).

Origin has previously announced a cost reduction program to Australia 
Pacific LNG’s Upstream operator cash cost base by $1 billion per annum 
from Phase 1 levels. As at 30 June 2016, in excess of $1 billion of 
initiatives had been implemented, with these savings expected to be 
realised on a recurring basis from the 2017 financial year. This cost 
reduction program is on-track to deliver a reduction of around  
50 per cent in Australia Pacific LNG’s cost per well relative to Phase 1 
well costs. In addition, Origin has the flexibility to take advantage of 
opportunities to sell additional gas and/or LNG when opportunities arise.

In the short to medium term, Origin remains focused on potential 
reductions to Australia Pacific LNG’s breakeven cost by a further 
US$2-3/boe through taking advantage of additional sales when 
opportunities arise, further cost reductions through technology and 
innovation and cost compression in periods of low oil price.

Includes proceeds from OTP sale of approximately US$30 million converted at an exchange rate of AUD/USD of 0.73.

(1) 
(2)  The 120 day train operational test is expected to be completed in calendar year 2016 and the 90 day two train operational test is expected to be completed in calendar year 2017.
(3)  Project cost guidance as announced in February 2013, based on December 2012 exchange rates. APLNG net contribution guidance as announced at Origin’s half year 2016 result.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWOPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Exploration and Production
Production in the E&P operations in the 2017 financial year is expected to be higher than the prior year as Halladale/Speculant comes online, 
partly offset by lower deliverability from the existing Otway wells and lower observed reservoir performance in the Bass Basin.

Origin is focused on continuing to limit capital expenditure in E&P to completing projects that have commenced, including the Halladale/
Speculant project expected to be online in late August 2016, the Yolla MLE compression project, and meeting joint venture and permit 
commitments, including in the Beetaloo and Cooper basins.

4.2  Outlook
FY2016 and FY2017 are transitional years for Origin as LNG production commences and ramps up to full production over this period. In FY2017 
Origin expects(1) a 45-60 per cent increase in Underlying EBITDA when compared to FY2016 Underlying EBITDA from continuing operations: 
 — Energy Markets Underlying EBITDA to increase to $1.44-$1.54 billion, driven by Electricity margin expansion, maintaining the increased 
Natural Gas contribution, continued improvement in cost to serve and an increased contribution from LPG and Solar & Energy Services. 
This includes additional annual costs of approximately $32 million from new agreements entered into as part of asset sales to date. 

 — Integrated Gas Underlying EBITDA to increase to $1-$1.15 billion, comprising 
  —  E&P Underlying EBITDA to increase to $350-$400 million, driven by increased production to approximately 90 PJe (from 75 PJe  
in FY2015) from Halladale/Speculant coming online, albeit about two months later than previously scheduled, partly offset by lower 
production across other basins

  —  LNG Underlying EBITDA to increase to $650-$750 million as LNG production continues to ramp up and revenue recognition for  

Train 2 begins in Q3 FY2017. The negative contribution from Australia Pacific LNG oil-linked domestic contracts is forecast to have  
a diminishing impact as the initial ramp period of selling gas to QGC(2) is expected to come to an end during H1 FY2017, with volumes 
reducing in FY2017 to approximately 65 PJ(3) (from approximately 100 PJ23(3) in FY2016), and thereafter averaging 25 PJ23(3) over  
the medium term.

 — Corporate costs to reduce as benefits from the functional cost reduction program are realised.

Underlying Depreciation and Amortisation (ex-Australia Pacific LNG) will increase driven by Halladale/Speculant coming online.

Underlying Australia Pacific LNG ITDA will increase significantly as Australia Pacific LNG comes into full production. Disproportionate costs 
associated with Australia Pacific LNG shared infrastructure will continue to have an impact until Train 2 revenue recognition commences.

Following Train 2 revenue recognition, all LNG related items previously excluded from Underlying Profit will be recognised within Underlying Profit. 

Origin’s remaining contribution to Australia Pacific LNG is expected to be $0.6 billion from 1 July 2016 until Australia Pacific LNG is self-funding, 
in line with previous guidance. Capital expenditure (excluding Australia Pacific LNG) for FY2017 is expected to be approximately $550 million, 
limited to maintaining existing assets, IT spend in Energy Markets, completing projects that have commenced and meeting joint venture and 
permit commitments. This is higher than previous guidance due to the timing of asset sales and the completion of the Halladale/Speculant 
project, additional spend associated with appraisal testing on the Waitsia resource and additional maintenance spend in the Otway Basin and  
the Darling Downs Power Station.

Origin continues to target further debt reduction and expects adjusted net debt to be well below its target of $9 billion at the end of the 2017 
financial year.

In FY2018 and beyond, as Australia Pacific LNG completes the transition from development to full production of its LNG project, Origin expects 
to see significant growth in earnings and returns, strong cash flow and continuing reduction in debt. 

5  REVIEW OF SEGMENT OPERATIONS

5.1  Energy Markets
Origin’s Energy Markets business is an integrated provider of energy solutions to retail and wholesale markets in Australia and in the Pacific.  
As Australia’s leading electricity, gas and LPG retailer, Energy Markets continues to increase product and service offerings to customers, has  
a diverse portfolio of gas and coal supply contracts, and operates one of Australia’s largest, most flexible and diverse generation portfolios.

Year ended 30 June 
Total Segment Revenue(4)
Underlying EBITDA
Segment Result
Underlying EBIT margin
Cash flow from operating activities
Capital expenditure
Net cash flow from operating and investing activities

2016 
($m)
11,423
1,330
1,004
10.1%
1,388
236
1,262

2015 
($m)
11,269
1,260
956
9.6%
1,023
298
740

Change 
(%)
1
 6
 5
 5
36
(21)
71

 — Underlying EBITDA up 6 per cent or $70 million to $1,330 million with stable contributions in Natural Gas and Electricity, a reduction  

in Cost to Serve ($53 million) and growing contributions from LPG and Solar & Energy Services ($16 million).

 — Segment Result up 5 per cent or $48 million to $1,004 million driven by the increase in underlying EBITDA. The segment result includes a 

depreciation expense of $326 million (up 7 per cent from the prior corresponding period) primarily reflecting investment in digital capability.

 — Returns increased with Underlying EBIT margin rising from 9.6 per cent to 10.1 per cent and commitments to reduce operating costs  

by $100 million from financial year 2014 level and capital expenditure reduction of $50 million in financial year 2016 were achieved. 
Announcement of the sales of Mortlake Terminal Station, Mortlake Pipeline and Cullerin Range Wind Farm at attractive earnings multiples.

 — Net cash flow from operating and investing activities increased 71 per cent or $522 million to $1,262 million reflecting higher underlying 

EBITDA performance, improved working capital management, lower capital expenditure and proceeds from asset sales. 

(1)  This guidance is based on an average oil price US$52.90/bbl and a AUD/USD exchange rate of $0.74 and is dependent on the timing of production from Train 2. For APLNG the 

effective oil price for oil linked LNG sales will incorporate the lag in oil prices associated with LNG Sale and Purchase Agreements.

(2)  Under agreements that Australia Pacific LNG entered into with QGC in 2010, Australia Pacific LNG will sell to QGC its entire share of gas production from the ATP620/648 fields 

for an initial ramp period. 

(3)  100 per cent Australia Pacific LNG.
(4)  Refer to Glossary in Appendix 6.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 — Natural Gas Gross Profit was stable with higher sales volumes in all segments offset by the impact of higher Energy Procurement Costs, 

lower oil-linked revenues and reduced demand for capacity services as Queensland LNG projects are commissioned.

 — Electricity Gross Profit was stable reflecting improved margin management in all segments offset by lower retail volumes from prior period 

customer losses and the moderating impacts of solar and energy efficiency.

 — Electricity and Natural Gas Cost to Serve decreased by $11 per customer ($53 million) reflecting continued improvements in customer 

experience and the operations of the retail business through digitisation and back office automation.

 — Customer experience rose with Interactive NPS increasing by 6 points to +12.3 and customer accounts stable in a highly competitive retail 

environment. Completion of Origin’s online digital platform has improved functionality helping customers interact with Origin when and 
where they want, along with further product and service innovations including Predictable Plan, Solar as a Service and a simplified bill.

 — Growing LPG and Solar & Energy Services and renewable energy capacity increased 156 MW (23 per cent).

5.1.1  Natural Gas

Year ended 30 June

Volumes Sold (PJ)
Retail (Consumer & SME)
Business

Total external volumes
Internal Sales (Generation)

Revenue ($m)
Retail (Consumer & SME)
Business

Cost of goods sold ($m)
Network Costs
Energy Procurement Costs

Gross Profit ($m)
Gross Margin %
Period-end customer accounts (’000)
Average customer accounts (’000)

$ Gross profit per customer

2016

228.2
42.1
124.9

167.1
61.1

 1,946 
 995 
 951 

(1,425)
(696)
(729)

 522 
26.8% 
1,089
1,080

483

$/GJ

2015(1) 

$/GJ

Change  
(%)

Change 
($/GJ)

 11.7 
 23.6 
 7.6 

(8.5)
(4.2)
(4.4)

 3.1 

207.4
41.7
93

134.7
72.7

 1,679 
978 
 701 

(1,158)
(640)
(518)

 521 
31.0% 
1,068(2) 
1,051(2)

496

 12.5 
 23.5 
 7.5 

(8.6)
(4.7)
(3.8)

 3.9 

 10 
 1 
 34 

 24 
(16)

 16 
 2 
 36 

 23 
 9 
 41 

 0 
 (14) 
2
3

(2)

(0.8)
0.2
 0.1 

 0.1 
 0.6 
(0.5)

 (0.7) 

Natural Gas sales volumes increased 10 per cent or 21 PJ to 228 PJ. Business customer volumes increased 32 PJ or 34 per cent, driven by the 
sale of an additional 30 PJ to LNG producers sourced primarily from increased contract volumes. Retail volumes increased 0.4 PJ reflecting 
higher customer numbers partly offset by milder weather. Volumes supplied for internal generation reduced 11.6 PJ.

Gross Profit was stable with increased volumes offset by the impact of higher energy procurement costs reflecting low cost ramp gas leaving the 
market, reduced sales of gas capacity services as Queensland LNG projects conclude commissioning and lower oil-linked sales revenues from 
LNG customers.

Gross Profit unit margin decreased $0.70/GJ to $3.10/GJ primarily due to a higher proportion of lower margin sales to LNG producers.

Retail Natural Gas volumes sold (PJ)

Year ended 30 June
NSW
Victoria
Queensland
South Australia

Total Retail volumes

2016
 8.2 
 25.6 
3.0 
5.3 

 42.1 

2015
7.1
26.1
2.8
5.8

41.7

Change 
(PJ)
1.0
(0.5)
0.2
(0.5)

0.4

Change  
(%)
15 
(2) 
8 
(8)

1 

(1)  Osborne gas sales re-classified as internal due to new operational agreement. As a result prior period external sales volumes, revenues and costs have been revised with no impact 

on gross profit. Refer to Appendix 5 for re-stated financial year 2014 figures.

(2)  Revised customer accounts methodology to exclude customers in the process of transferring to or away from Origin in order to reflect active customers. Refer to Appendix 5 for 

re-stated financial year 2014 figures.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWOPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5.1.2  Electricity

Year ended 30 June 

Volumes Sold (TWh)
Retail (Consumer & SME)
Business

Revenue ($m)
Retail (Consumer & SME)
Business
Externally Contracted Generation

Cost of goods sold ($m)
Network Costs
Wholesale Energy Costs
Generation Operating costs
Energy Procurement Costs

Gross Profit ($m)
Gross Margin (%)
Period-end customer accounts (’000)
Average customer accounts (’000) 

$ Gross profit per customer

2016

 38.1 
 18.4 
 19.6 

 7,300 
 4,790
 2,463 
 47 

(6,012)
(3,674)
(2,093)
(244)
(2,337)

 1,289 
17.7 
 2,741 
 2,758 

 467 

$/MWh

2015(1) 

$/MWh

Change  
(%)

Change 
($/MWh)

191.7
259.8
 125.4 

(157.9)
(96.5)
(55.0)
(6.4)
(61.4)

 33.8 

37.3
 18.9 
 18.4 

 7,560 
5,245 
 2,238 
 77 

(6,272)
(4,019)
(1,975)
(278)
(2,253)

 1,289 
17.0 
 2,768(2) 
 2,804(2) 

 460 

 202.9 
 278.2 
 121.6 

(168.3)
(107.9)
(53.0)
(7.5)
(60.5)

 34.6 

2
(2)
7

(3)
(9)
10
(39)

(4)
(9)
6
(12)
4

0
 4 
(1)
(2)

 2 

(11.2)
(18.4)
 3.8 

 10.5 
 11.4 
(2.0)
1.0
(0.9)

(0.7) 

Electricity volumes increased by 0.8 TWh or 2 per cent to 38.1 TWh. Business volumes increased 1.2 TWh as access to competitively priced 
energy in a rising wholesale price environment and improved customer experience allowed Origin to increase market share. Retail volumes  
decreased by 0.4 TWh largely reflecting customer losses in the prior year (0.2 TWh), and the moderating impacts of energy efficiency and  
solar penetration (0.2 TWh). 

Origin’s Energy Procurement Costs increased $0.9/MWh reflecting a $2.0/MWh increase in Wholesale Energy Costs, partly offset by a  
$1.0/MWh improvement in Generation Operating Costs. Wholesale Energy Costs increased, primarily reflecting higher gas fuel costs in the 
second half of the 2016 financial year as the departure of ramp gas put upward pressure on wholesale gas prices and unplanned outages at 
Eraring resulting in increased use of higher cost gas-fired generation and pool purchases. Generation Operating Costs decreased $34 million 
reflecting the end of the Bulwer Island and Worsley Joint Ventures ($18 million) and underlying cost reductions through operational efficiencies 
($17 million).

Electricity Gross Profit was stable reflecting improved margin management in Retail and Business segments as a result of Origin’s wholesale 
energy costs increasing less than market rate ($21 million), offset by lower Retail volumes ($21 million).

Gross Profit unit margin decreased $0.70/MWh to $33.80/MWh reflecting a higher proportion of lower margin Business volumes which  
more than offset the impact of an increase in Business and Retail customer margins.

Gross Profit per customer increased $7 to $467 per customer with margin expansion partly offset by lower average Retail customer usage.

Retail Electricity volumes sold (TWh)

Year ended 30 June
NSW
Victoria
Queensland
South Australia

Total Retail volumes

2016
8.9 
3.4 
 5.2 
1.0 

18.4 

2015
9.2 
3.4 
5.3 
0.9 

18.9 

Change 
(TWh)
(0.4)
0.0
(0.1)
0.1

(0.4)

Change  
(%)
(4)
1
(3)
11

(2)

(1)  Prior period restated to better reflect the recognition of volumes, revenues and costs associated with feed-in volumes from solar customers with no impact on gross profit.  

Refer to Appendix 5 for re-stated financial year 2014 figures.

(2)  Revised customer accounts methodology to exclude customers in the process of transferring to or away from Origin in order to reflect active customers. Refer to Appendix 5  

for re-stated financial year 2014 figures.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Generation portfolio
Performance of the generation portfolio, including contracted plant is summarised below:

Year ended 30 June 2016
Eraring
Darling Downs
Osborne(3)
OCGT plant
Shoalhaven
Cullerin Range

Internal Generation
Renewable PPA’s
Worsley – Externally Contracted 
(50% share)(4) 

Nameplate 
Capacity  

(MW) Type(1) 
2,880 Black coal
644 CCGT
180 CCGT
2,037 OCGT

240 Pump/Hydro

30 Wind

6,011

745 Solar/Wind

60 Cogen.

Equivalent 
Reliability 
Factor 
(%)
88.1(2) 
99.5
99.7
97.6
93.3
97.9

93.2
n.a.

99.1

Capacity 
Factor 
(%)
54
62
71
9
7
37

34

97

Electricity 
Output  
(GWh)
13,546
3,487
1,129
1,662
148
97

20,069
2,204

381

Pool Revenue  
($m)
724
219
81
169
16
5

Pool Revenue 
($/MWh)
53
63
72
102
106
51

1,133

56

Origin generated 20.1 TWh of electricity from its internal generation portfolio (20.6 TWh in the prior period) representing 53 per cent (55 per cent 
in the prior period) of Origin’s 38.1 TWh of Electricity volumes sold. Output from Origin’s gas-fired generation fleet decreased by 0.9 TWh to  
6.3 TWh reflecting decreased availability of low cost ramp gas. 

During the year Origin contracted 2.2 TWh from renewable energy power purchase agreements. New agreements have also been signed  
during the year with Fotowatio Renewable Ventures for the proposed 100 MW (with option for an additional 35 MW) Clare Solar Farm and  
the operating 56 MW Moree Solar Farm, pivoting the portfolio to a renewable future with new sources of energy and competitively priced 
renewable energy certificates.

5.1.3  Electricity and Natural Gas Operating Costs

Year ended 30 June 
Cost to maintain(5) ($ per average customer(6))
Cost to acquire/retain ($ per average customer(6))
Elec & Natural Gas Cost to Serve ($ per average customer(6))
Maintenance Costs ($m)
Acquisition & Retention Costs(6) ($m)

Elec & Natural Gas Operating Cost ($m)

2016
(119)
(29)

(148)
(443)
(107)

(550)

2015
(134)
(26)

(159)
(506)
(98)

(603)

Change
 16 
(3)

 11 
 63 
(9)

 53 

Change 
(%)
(11)
 12 

(7)
(12)
 9 

(9)

Electricity and Natural Gas Operating Costs decreased by $53 million driven by a $63 million decrease in Maintenance Costs offset by a $9 million 
increase in Acquisition and Retention costs. 

The reduction in maintenance costs reflects continued improvements in the operations of the retail business through digitisation and automation 
of back office processes and vendor management. These improvements have also led to a reduction in Ombudsmen complaints from 4.9 to 3.4 
(per 1,000 customers), and Interactive Net Promoter Score (NPS)(7) improving from 6.3(8) to 12.3. Back office processing operations were 
successfully transferred from Wipro to Accenture during the year, which will continue to deliver cost savings through further automation and 
optimisation. Bad debt expense as a percentage of Total Natural Gas and Electricity Revenue has been steady at 0.61 per cent.

Acquisition and retention costs increased $9 million, or 9 per cent due to a 12 per cent increase in sales activity. This increase reflects higher 
inbound call volumes driven by the popular ‘Origin Voucher’ and Predictable Plan campaigns while Origin continues to drive sales activity toward 
internal channels. ‘Predictable Plan’ allows customers to pay fixed amounts regardless of how much energy they use.

Customer experience and product innovation
Successful completion of the online digital platform has improved functionality, helping customers interact when they want, and how they like. 
Customers can see when and where their energy is being used, review their bills and pay them online, switch to e-services and predict the cost  
of their next bill.

During the year Origin also increased paperless billing, with around 1.6 million customer accounts having taken up e-billing (72 per cent increase) 
and 0.8 million customers are paying by direct debit (19 per cent increase).

Extended call centre hours continued to offer customers more freedom to get in touch when it suits them. Origin also redesigned energy bills, 
making them easier to read and understand focusing on the key information and charges customers want to know.

Origin’s social and digital media activity increased during the year allowing Origin to engage key customers and audiences, provide broader 
communication and respond to issues. Origin have also brought innovative products to customers like Predictable Plan which provides customers 
the peace of mind to pay the same amount each month for 12 months, regardless of how much they use, and Solar as a Service which gives the 
customer the benefit of solar without the upfront capital cost.

(1)  OCGT = Open cycle gas turbine; CCGT = Combined cycle gas turbine.
(2)  Availability for Eraring = Equivalent Availability Factor (which takes into account de-ratings).
(3)  Origin has 50 per cent interest in the 180 MW plant and contracts 100 per cent of the output.
(4)  Worsley ceased operations in March 2016.
(5)  Origin includes within its Cost to Serve all costs associated with servicing and maintaining customers, all customer acquisition and retention costs. Maintenance costs include 

billing, credit and collections.

(6)  Customer wins (FY16: 544; prior period: 518) and retains (FY16: 1,531; prior period: 1,340) and represents Cost to Serve per average customer account, excluding serviced  

hot water accounts.

(7)  Refer to Glossary in Appendix 6.
(8)  NPS measure as at September 2015, when Origin transitioned from Customer Satisfaction to NPS.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWOPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 
5.1.4  LPG

Year ended 30 June 
Revenue ($m)
Cost of Goods Sold ($m)
Gross Profit ($m)
Operating Costs ($m)
Underlying EBITDA ($m)

2016
593
(385)
208
(135)
73

2015
648
(450)
198
(139)
59

Change  
(%)
(8)
 (14)
 5
 (3)
24

LPG Gross Profit increased by 5 per cent or $10 million to $208 million reflecting improved margin management and energy procurement cost 
reductions. Operating costs decreased $4 million reflecting improved logistics performance resulting in an Underlying EBITDA increase of $14 
million or 24 per cent.

5.1.5  Solar & Energy Services

Year ended 30 June 
Revenue ($m)
Cost of Goods Sold ($m)
Gross Profit ($m)
Operating Costs ($m)
Underlying EBITDA ($m)

2016
138
(83)
55
(59)
(4)

2015
97
(60)
42
(47)
(5)

Change  
(%)
42
 38
31
 26
(20)

Solar & Energy Services Gross Profit increased by 31 per cent or $13 million to $55 million driven by an increase in Solar sales and Centralised 
Energy Services (CES) customers as Origin extends the energy solutions and services beyond grid based energy supply:

 — Solar sales grew by 95 per cent to 21 MW, including significant growth of Origin’s Solar as a Service product (8 MW of 21 MW), where 

Origin owns, installs and maintains the solar system. Origin has collaborated with Tesla in bringing a battery solution to market so customers 
can optimise the use of solar in their home. Origin has also introduced Origin Solar Repairs, offering end-to-end solutions through service 
and repair of solar PV systems.

 — The CES business, where multi-tenanted buildings are supplied through a single point and energy then metered and on-sold to residents,  

is growing rapidly. In June Origin announced its largest CES partnership with Lend Lease in Melbourne’s Victoria Harbour precinct.

 — Origin’s Acumen metering business is a metering, data management and energy intelligence service provider. Initially focussed on business 

customers, this year Origin has expanded into the residential electricity market, and now have a total of more than 62,000 meters under 
management.

Operating costs increased $12 million reflecting business growth.

5.1.6  Natural Gas, Electricity and LPG customer accounts
Closing Electricity and Natural Gas customer accounts decreased by 7,000 (0.2 per cent) with a reduction of 28,000 Electricity customer 
accounts partly offset by an increase of 21,000 Natural Gas accounts.

Customer account movement 

30 June 2016 

30 June 2015(1)

Customer Accounts (’000)
NSW(2) 
Victoria
Queensland
South Australia(3) 

Total

Electricity
 1,240 
 566 
 761 
 174 

 2,741 

Natural Gas
 252 
 478 
 160 
 199 

 1,089 

Total
 1,492 
 1,044 
 921 
 372 

 3,830 

Electricity
 1,268 
 576 
 758 
 166 

 2,768 

Natural Gas
 239 
 475 
 154 
 201 

 1,068 

Total
 1,507 
 1,051 
 912 
 367 

 3,836 

Change
(15)
(7)
 9 
 6 

(7)

As at 30 June 2016, Origin’s penetration of dual fuel (Electricity and Natural Gas) customer accounts was 34.9 per cent, increasing from  
33.3 per cent at 30 June 2015 reflecting Origin’s continued focus on high value dual fuel customers. As at 30 June 2016, Origin had  
387,000 LPG customer accounts, an increase of 5,000 accounts.

5.1.7  Capital Expenditure
Capital expenditure of $236 million (decrease of $62 million compared to the prior period) included expenditure related to customers systems 
and digital investments ($81 million), generation ($92 million), LPG ($30 million) and Solar & Energy Services ($19 million).

(1)  Revised customer accounts methodology to exclude customers in the process of transferring to or away from Origin in order to reflect active customers.
(2)  Australian Capital Territory (ACT) customer accounts are included in New South Wales.
(3)  Northern Territory customers are included in South Australia.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 20165.2  Integrated Gas
Integrated Gas was formed as of 1 July 2015, following the combination of the previous E&P and LNG segments. 

LNG includes Origin’s 37.5 per cent equity accounted share of the results of Australia Pacific LNG and Origin’s activities and transactions arising 
from its operatorship of the Australia Pacific LNG upstream operations and management of Origin’s exposure to LNG pricing risk.

In Origin’s Financial Statements, the financial performance of Australia Pacific LNG is equity accounted. Consequently, revenue and expenses 
from Australia Pacific LNG do not appear on a line by line basis in the Integrated Gas segment result. Origin’s share of Australia Pacific LNG’s 
Underlying EBITDA is included in the Underlying EBITDA of the Integrated Gas segment. Origin’s share of Australia Pacific LNG’s Underlying 
interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation expense is accounted for between Underlying EBITDA and Underlying EBIT in the line item “Share  
of interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation of equity accounted investees”. As a result, Origin’s share of Australia Pacific LNG’s Underlying  
net profit after tax is included in the Underlying EBIT and Segment Result lines. 

E&P includes exploration and production interests located in eastern and southern Australia, the Browse and Perth basins in Western Australia, 
the Bonaparte Basin in north-western Australia, the Beetaloo Basin in Northern Territory and in New Zealand. 

Year ended 30 June
Underlying EBITDA
Segment Result
Cash flow from operating 
activities
Exploration expense
Capital expenditure
Contribution to APLNG
Net cash flow from operating and 
investing activities

2016 

2015

E&P 
($m)
269
7

142
(63)
412
–

LNG 
($m)
117
(222)

(116)
–
20
1,206

Integrated 
Gas 
($m)
386
(215)

26
(63)
432
1,206

(1,605)

E&P 
($m)
 399
102

401
(29)
561
–

LNG 
($m)
99
20

34
–
42
2,166

Integrated 
Gas 
($m)
498
122

435
(29)
603
2,166

(3,018)

Change 
(%)
(23)
N/A

(94)
117
(28)
(44)

(47)

 — Integrated Gas Underlying EBITDA decreased 23 per cent or $112 million to $386 million with an increased contribution from LNG 

operations ($18 million); reflecting the commencement of LNG production ($119 million) (including a disproportionate share of operating 
costs related to infrastructure assets), offset by the impact of lower oil prices on Australia Pacific LNG’s domestic gas sales ($63 million) and 
lower LNG net recovery as Australia Pacific LNG upstream capital expenditure declines ($38 million), and lower contribution from Origin’s 
E&P operations ($130 million) primarily reflecting lower liquids prices and volumes ($90 million), and increased exploration expense ($34 million).

 — Integrated Gas segment result decreased $337 million to -$215 million driven by lower EBITDA ($112 million) and increased share of 

Australia Pacific LNG ITDA ($231 million) associated with recognition of increased sales of natural gas and LNG. Revenue from increased 
sales given the low oil price environment, have been insufficient to offset the increase in ITDA. The higher ITDA also includes a disproportionate 
share of costs associated with infrastructure assets related to the LNG export project and MRCPS interest expense paid by Australia Pacific 
LNG to shareholders.

 — Cash flow from operating activities decreased $409 million to $26 million due to lower EBITDA after adjusting for the non-cash impacts of 
exploration expense and equity accounted share of Australia Pacific LNG EBITDA (-$134 million) and the impact of actions taken to reduce 
risk in response to low oil prices (-$293 million).

 — Capital expenditure ($171 million) and contribution to Australia Pacific LNG ($960 million) decreased as growth projects near completion.
 — Net cash flow from operating and investing activities improved by $1,413 million to -$1,605 the result of lower capital expenditure and 

Australia Pacific LNG contribution and the Poseidon acquisition in the prior year ($686 million), partly offset by lower operating cash flow.

 — The Train 1 facility is now fully operational and is performing as expected with daily production rates having achieved and exceeded design 

nameplate capacity. 36 cargoes have been shipped to date, the majority under the terms of the Sale and Purchase Agreements with Sinopec 
and Kansai. 

 — Construction of the Train 2 facility continues to progress, with Train 2 first cargo expected in the second quarter of the 2017 financial year.
 — Halladale and Speculant construction works at well site and at the reception facilities in Otway Gas Plant have completed in readiness for 

commissioning. First gas is expected late August 2016.

 — In the Perth Basin, the execution phase of the Stage 1a Waitsia Gas Project is nearing completion, with the commencement of flows 

expected by end of August. 

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWOPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 20165.2.1  LNG

LNG financial performance

Year ended 30 June 
APLNG Underlying EBITDA (Origin share)
LNG net recovery
LNG Underlying EBITDA
APLNG Underlying ITDA (Origin share)
LNG D&A expense
Origin’s net financing costs
LNG Segment Result
Cash flow from operating activities

2016 
($m)
111
6
117
(293)
(16)
(30)
(222)
(116)

2015 
($m)
55
44
99
(62)
(17)
–
20
34

Change 
($m)
56
 (38)
18
(231)
1
(30)
(242)
(150)

Underlying LNG EBITDA increased $18 million reflecting the commencement of LNG production ($119 million) (including a disproportionate 
share of operating costs related to infrastructure assets), offset by the impact of lower oil prices on Australia Pacific LNG’s domestic gas sales 
($63 million) and lower LNG net recovery as Australia Pacific LNG upstream capital expenditure declines ($38 million).

The LNG segment result decreased $242 million. Australia Pacific LNG ITDA increased $231 million with the recognition of increased sales of 
natural gas and LNG, a disproportionate share of costs associated with infrastructure assets related to the LNG export project, and MRCPS 
interest expense paid by Australia Pacific LNG to shareholders (-$58 million). Revenue from increased sales given the low oil price environment, 
have been insufficient to offset the increase in ITDA. Origin’s net financing costs of $30 million reflect the partial movement into underlying 
earnings (from Items excluded from Underlying Profit in FY2015) of net financing costs associated with the funding of Origin’s investment in 
Australia Pacific LNG following recognition of Train 1 LNG sales, inclusive of MRCPS income received from Australia Pacific LNG (+$58 million).

Cash flow from operating activities decreased $150 million to ($116 million) due to lower LNG net recovery as Australia Pacific LNG upstream 
capital expenditure declines, and the impact of actions taken to reduce risk in response to low oil prices, including the payment of oil put premium 
($117 million) to reduce exposure to low oil prices in financial year 2017 and insurance related to the completion of the Australia Pacific LNG 
Project ($37 million). 

Australia Pacific LNG Production, Sales and Revenue

Operating Performance

Production Volumes
Natural Gas (domestic)
Natural Gas (LNG feed gas)

Sales Volumes
Natural Gas
LNG
Sales Volumes Net(1) 
Natural Gas
LNG

Year ended 30 Jun 2016

Year ended 30 Jun 2015

Total APLNG  
(PJe)

Origin share  
(PJe)

Total APLNG 
(PJe)

Origin share 
(PJe)

418
296
122

388
291
98

295
225
72

157
111
46

146
109
37

111
84
27

174
174
0

174
174
0

125
125
0

65
65
0

65
65
0

47
47
0

Total Australia Pacific LNG production increased by 244 PJe or 140 per cent to 418 PJe, reflecting commencement of LNG production from 
Train 1 and increased volumes sold under the QGC contract. The first shipment of LNG departed the Australia Pacific LNG facility on Curtis 
Island on 9 January 2016, with 27 LNG cargoes equating to 98 PJ sold during the period and 36 cargoes to date. LNG revenues and expenses 
related to 72 PJ were recognised in earnings from 1 March, 2016. During the period approximately 100 PJ were delivered into the QGC contract.

Further information regarding production, sales volumes and revenues is provided in Origin’s June 2016 Quarterly Production Report, available 
at www.originenergy.com.au.

Australia Pacific LNG underlying financial performance
Australia Pacific LNG’s financial performance during the period reflected earnings associated with domestic contracts and the commencement  
of Train 1 LNG sales. LNG sales and costs were included in earnings from 1 March 2016.

Financial performance ($m)
Operating revenue
Operating expenses

Underlying EBITDA
D&A expense
Net financing expense
Income tax benefit

Underlying ITDA
Underlying Result

(1)  Sales volumes are net of 93 PJe of capitalised sales (30 Jun 2015: 49 PJe).

30 June 2016

30 June 2015

Origin share

100% APLNG
880
(585)

100% APLNG
408
(263)

Origin share

295
(700)
(291)
209

(782)
(487)

111

(293)
(182)

145
(168)
(27)
32

(163)
(18)

55

(62)
(7)

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Reserves and Resources(1)
The overall decrease in 2P Reserves of 249 PJe includes 418 PJe of production. Origin’s share of 2P reserves decreased by 94 PJe including  
157 PJe of production.

Origin share of reserves and resources (37.5% share in Australia Pacific LNG) 

Reserves (PJe)
1P
2P
3P

Resources (PJe)
2C

30/06/15 
Reserves
2,272
5,167
6,065

Resources
1,035

Acquisition/ 
Divestment
–
–
–

New Booking /
Discoveries
–
–
–

Revisions/ 
Extensions
543
63
(308)

Production
(157)
(157)
(157)

–

– 

100 

–

30/06/16 
Reserves
2,659 
5,073 
5,601 

Resources
1,135 

Australia Pacific LNG Project
The Australia Pacific LNG export project is a two train project with a design nameplate capacity of 9 million tonnes per annum of LNG. 

Australia Pacific LNG has committed LNG offtake agreements for approximately 20 years with Sinopec for approximately 7.6 million tonnes  
per annum and with Kansai Electric for approximately 1 million tonnes per annum.

Project performance and key milestones
The Downstream project was 98 per cent complete at 30 June 2016. 

During the period, production from operated fields was increased to meet LNG train demand. Average production from operated assets 
increased to 1,047 TJ/d in the June 2016 Quarter from 405 TJ/d in the June 2015 Quarter, reflecting ongoing commissioning, de-watering  
and production ramp-up of wells to meet LNG Train 1 feed gas requirements. When combined with the volumes from non-operated assets, 
Australia Pacific LNG is expected to produce more than enough to supply domestic contracts and Australia Pacific LNG’s contractual 
requirements under its long term supply contracts with customers in China and Japan. 

As at 30 June 2016, a total of 27 cargoes were loaded and shipped to customers, including to Sinopec and Kansai in accordance with their 
respective long term Sales and Purchase Agreements.

The Train 1 facility is now fully operational and is performing as expected with daily production rates achieved in excess of design nameplate 
capacity. The Bechtel Performance Test was completed in April 2016 and the Train 1 facility has been handed over to the Downstream Operator, 
ConocoPhillips. The Australia Pacific LNG Train 1 operational lenders’ test has commenced and the release of the first tranche of shareholder 
guarantees is on track for the second quarter of the 2017 financial year.

Construction of the Train 2 facility continues to progress. In July 2016, first fire of the last two of seven Gas Turbine Generators occurred, and  
in August 2016 high pressure fuel gas was introduced into the facility. The Upstream business continues to ramp up in readiness for Train 2 first 
cargo, expected in the second quarter of the 2017 financial year. The Train 2 lenders’ test requirements are expected to be met and the 
remaining shareholder guarantees released during the 2017 calendar year.

Key Accomplishments/Milestones
The following table reports progress against the key goals and milestones Origin outlined in its interim 2016 financial year Operating and 
Financial Review: 

Goals 
Completion of Bechtel Performance Test Train 1 (Bechtel Performance Date)

Plan
Q4 FY16

Actual Progress 
Accomplished

Key Project goals and milestones for the 2017 financial year
The following table reports key goals and milestones in the near term. 

Key Goals and Milestones
Train 1 project finance lenders’ tests met and 60% of shareholder guarantees released
First Cargo from Train 2
Train 2 revenue recognition
Train 2 project finance lenders’ tests met and remaining shareholder guarantees released

FY17 Plan
Q2 FY17
Q2 FY17
Q3 FY17
CY17

Capital expenditure and funding 
Origin’s net contribution to Australia Pacific LNG during the period was $1,206 million.

The total amount drawn down by Australia Pacific LNG from its project finance facility during the period was US$157 million. Project finance 
facility interest of US$305 million was incurred during the period of which US$229 million was capitalised. At 30 June 2016, US$8,462 million  
of the project finance facility had been drawn.

(1)  Refer to the Important Information on reserves and resources disclosures prior to Section 1.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWOPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 20165.2.2  Exploration and Production

Production, Sales and Revenue

Year ended 30 June
Total Production (PJe)
Total Sales (PJe)
Commodity Sales Revenue ($m)(1) 
Underlying EBITDA
Cash flow from operating activities
Proved plus Probable (2P) reserves ex-APLNG (PJe)

2016
74.6
82.6
592
269
142
1,204

2015
82.2
88.9
741
399
401
1,093

Change  
(%)
(9)
(7)
(20)
(33)
(65)
10

Origin’s share of total production decreased 7.6 PJe or 9 per cent to 74.6 PJe due to lower well deliverability, natural field decline and lower plant 
availability from planned statutory compliance shutdown at Otway (9.4 PJe), partly offset by higher Bass Basin production (3.7 PJe) due to Yolla-5 
and Yolla-6 coming on-line during the current year.

Sales volumes decreased 6.3 PJe or 7 per cent to 82.6 PJe in line with decreased production. Commodity Sales Revenue decreased by $149 
million or 20 per cent to $592 million, predominantly driven by lower production and lower average realised liquid prices (including impact of 
forward sales and hedging). During the year Origin commenced delivering oil and condensate production under the Oil Forward Sale 
Agreements. Revenue on these volumes is recognised at US$62.40/bbl.

E&P EBITDA decreased $130 million to $269 million due to increased exploration expense ($34 million) driven by the $53 million write-off of 
exploration expenditure in Vietnam, lower liquids prices ($60 million), and lower production ($48 million), primarily at Otway due to lower well 
deliverability and lower plant availability from a planned statutory compliance shutdown, partly offset by lower general operating costs ($7 million).

Cash flow from operating activities decreased $259 million to $142 million due to lower EBITDA adjusted for non-cash exploration expense 
(-$96 million), and the commencement of oil and condensate production deliveries into the Oil Forward Sale Agreements (-$139 million)(2). 

Costs of goods sold and Stock movement

Year ended 30 June
Cost of goods sold
Stock movement

2016 
($m)
(77)
(3)

2015 
($m)
(125)
7

Change 
(%)
(39)
N/A

Cost of goods sold decreased by $48 million or 39 per cent to $77 million primarily due to lower average prices of crude purchases and  
a decrease in third party volumes within the Cooper Basin. 

Expenses

Year ended 30 June
Royalties, tariffs and freight
General operating costs
Exploration expense

Total expenses

2016 
($m)
(43)
(200)
(63)

(306)

2015 
($m)
(50)
(207)
(29)

(286)

Change 
(%)
(13)
(3)
(117)

7

Total expenses increased by $20 million or 7 per cent to $306 million primarily reflecting increased exploration expense ($34 million) driven  
by the $53 million write-off of exploration expenditure in Vietnam, partly offset by a decrease in royalties, tariffs and freight ($7 million) due  
to lower sales volumes and revenue and lower general operating costs ($7 million).

Further information regarding production, sales volumes and revenues is provided in Origin’s June 2016 Quarterly Production Report, available 
at www.originenergy.com.au.

Capital Expenditure
Capital expenditure decreased $149 million from the prior period as growth projects start to complete. Capital expenditure for the period  
of $412 million included:

 — Halladale/Speculant – $146 million;
 — Bass Basin – $66 million;
 — Cooper Basin – $85 million;
 — Beetaloo and Cooper Basin farm-ins – $43 million;
 — Perth Basin – $18 million, primarily Senecio/Waitsia; and
 — Other assets $54 million.

Reserves 
Origin’s proved plus probable (2P) reserves increased by 111 PJe (after production of 74 PJe) to a total of 1,204 PJe excluding Origin’s share  
of Australia Pacific LNG reserves, compared with 30 June 2015.

Origin undertakes a full assessment of its reserves on an annual basis at the end of the financial year. A full statement of reserves attributable  
to Origin at 30 June 2016 is included in Origin’s Annual Reserves Report released to ASX on 29 July 2016 and available on Origin’s website  
at www.originenergy.com.au.

Includes gain/(loss) – forward sale and hedging of $43 million in current year ($37 million prior year).

(1) 
(2)  Delivery of oil and condensate production into the Oil Forward Sale Agreements commenced during the period for which revenue is recognised at US$62.40/bbl, but for which 

there is no associated cash flow as proceeds were received upfront.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Operations
Production and Development

Origin’s producing operations include assets in the Bass and Otway Basins off the south coast of Victoria, the Cooper Basin in central Australia 
the Perth Basin in Western Australia and the Taranaki Basin in New Zealand.

Origin’s development activities during the year reflected actions taken by Origin to limit capital expenditure to completing projects that have 
commenced and utilise existing infrastructure.

In the Bass Basin, the Yolla-5 and Yolla-6 production wells were commissioned and production commenced during the year. The tie-in and 
commissioning of the compression and condensate modules onto the Yolla platform commenced during the current year with the modules 
planned to be online late in the 2017 financial year.

Progress continued on the development of the Halladale/Speculant project in the Otway Basin. Installation of the Halladale and Speculant 
pipeline from the well site to Otway Gas Plant and the construction works at the well site and at the reception facilities have completed in 
readiness for commissioning. First gas is expected late August 2016.

Execution phase of the Stage 1a Waitsia Gas Project is nearing completion, with the commencement of flows expected by end of August 2016. 

Exploration and Appraisal
Development and appraisal activities within Australia and New Zealand during the period were confined to joint venture and permit commitments.

In the Beetaloo Basin drilling operations recommenced during the period with the re-entry and casing of the Amungee NW-1H well drilled in 
2015. Subsequent to the end of the period, Beetaloo W-1 was spudded on 22 July, with civil works ongoing as part of the 2016 calendar year 
campaign which includes the drilling of two vertical wells. 

As part of Origin’s obligations under the CBOS Farmin Agreements entered into in 2014, Origin committed to a multi well work programme  
in the Cooper Basin. In fulfilment of the farm-in obligations, the hydraulic fracture stimulation of the Ethereal-1 exploration well in PEL 637 
commenced during the year and extended production testing is scheduled for early in the 2017 financial year. 

Also in fulfilment of CBOS farm-in obligations, planning continued for the drilling of two wells in PEL 638 scheduled for the 2017 financial year. 
Origin’s interest in these permits provides the opportunity to participate in technology trials and further develop learnings which may be 
applicable in the Beetaloo and marginal and low permeability CSG acreage. 

5.3  Corporate
This segment reports corporate activities that have not been allocated to other operating segments together with business development 
activities outside Origin’s existing operations. In particular, Origin’s existing investments in Chile and Indonesia’s energy sectors including  
interests in discontinued geothermal development.

Origin’s net financing costs (excluding costs relating to LNG operations) and tax are recorded in the Corporate segment.

Financial Performance

Year ended 30 June
Underlying EBITDA
Segment Result
Capital expenditure
Net cash flow from operating and investing activities

2016  
($m)
(81)
(434)
25
1,495

2015  
($m)
(96)
(461)
63
(146)

Change  
(%)
(16)
(6)
(60)
N/A

 — Lower Underlying EBITDA loss due to functional cost savings.
 — Segment Result includes Underlying net financing costs of $64 million and Underlying income tax expense of $282 million.
 — Net cash flow from operating and investing activities improved by $1,641 million due to the sale of Origin’s interest in Contact Energy  

to reduce debt ($1,599 million) and a reduction in capital expenditure ($38 million) reflecting lower IT expenditure and the decision taken  
to cease international growth activities.

6  RISKS RELATED TO ORIGIN’S FUTURE FINANCIAL PROSPECTS 
The scope of operations and activities means that Origin is exposed to risks that can have a material impact on its financial prospects and 
reputation. Material risks, and the Company’s approach to managing them, are summarised below. 

Risk Management Framework
Origin has a risk management framework overseen by the Board Risk Committee. Origin’s approach to risk management aims to embed a 
risk-aware culture in all decision-making and to manage risk in a proactive and effective manner. This includes identifying, evaluating, managing 
and monitoring risks, and mitigating their impact should they materialise. If a risk, such as natural disasters, cannot be managed using internal 
controls, it is transferred to third parties via insurance where commercially possible.

Material Risks
The material risks in this section have been categorised as Strategic, Operational, Financial or Project. Should any of the risks identified be 
realised, these risks could materially affect Origin’s ability to meet its objectives and impact on future financial performance, either directly  
or by triggering a succession of events that, in aggregate, becomes material. 

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWOPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Strategic
Strategic risks arise from uncertainties that may emerge in the medium 
to longer term and, while they may not necessarily impact on short 
term profits, can have immediate impact on the value of the Company. 
These risks are managed through ongoing planning and the allocation 
of resources and attention from management and the Board.

Climate change
Origin is exposed to changes in regulatory policy as a result of climate 
change. Origin’s strategy for transitioning into a carbon constrained 
future comprises balancing our position to remain flexible in 
decarbonisation scenarios. We aim for a leading renewable position  
to meet our Renewable Energy Target. 

Culture
Origin’s Purpose, Principles, Values and Commitments are set out in 
Origin’s Compass, which guides how things are done at Origin and 
defines Origin’s culture. It guides good decision making in a way that is 
common across Origin. Origin relies on its people to reflect the Compass 
in all things that they do. Failure to comply with the Compass may 
affect Origin’s risk profile, business operations and financial prospects. 

Competition 
Origin operates in a highly competitive environment, which can result 
in downward pressure on margins, customer losses and higher costs  
to serve. Origin’s strategy to build customer loyalty and trust by 
improving customer experience and creating differentiated product 
offerings to move the customer conversation away from price helps  
to mitigate this risk. Origin’s strategy is to be competitive on cost  
of energy and cost to serve. 

Competition for generation capacity and sources of fuel can impact 
the cost of energy. Development of competing generation technologies 
can displace our existing generation assets. 

The potential discovery or commissioning of significant new gas 
resources in eastern Australia could have a significant impact on the 
gas supply and demand dynamics and therefore gas prices in eastern 
Australia. LNG production in Queensland competes with domestic  
gas demand and could result in material changes to the domestic gas 
price. Origin is able to partially mitigate its exposure by altering how  
it manages its wholesale and generation portfolio.

Technological developments/disruption 
Energy demand through the grid is impacted by the growth in distributed 
generation, appliance efficiency, closures across energy intensive 
industries and smaller average dwelling size. Technology also has the 
potential to disrupt by enabling competition to provide new energy 
solutions which adopt lower cost or new business models (e.g. using 
Cloud technology). Origin’s strategy is to meet this change by growing 
our distributed generation and home energy services business in the 
consumer and business markets and, where appropriate, monitoring, 
reviewing and trialling new technology.

Oil and gas reserves and resources 
Origin is involved in oil and gas exploration and there is no assurance 
that resources will be discovered through these activities or that any 
particular undeveloped reserves will proceed to development or will be 
ultimately recovered. There is a risk that actual production may vary 
from that predicted. Origin employs established industry procedures 
to identify and consider areas for potential exploration. Origin monitors 
reservoir performance and adjusts development plans accordingly.

Demand for energy
The volume of electricity, gas and LPG the Company sells is dependent 
on our customer’s energy usage. Reductions in energy demand from 
price changes, consumer perception of energy affordability, consumer 
behaviour, operational closures across energy intensive industries, 
technological advancement, mandatory energy efficiency schemes, 
weather and other factors, can reduce Origin’s revenues and adversely 
affect Origin’s future financial performance. Origin constantly 
monitors and reviews consumption patterns and trends to identify 
changes in energy demand.

Regulatory policy
Origin operates in highly regulated environments and is exposed to 
changes in regulatory policy. Origin manages its exposure to industry 
wide regulatory risk through active engagement with policy makers 
and preparing for regulatory and legislative changes.

In the medium term, increasing levels of renewables driven by 
Renewable Energy Targets will have an effect on baseload fossil fuel 
generation. Origin invests directly or indirectly in utility scale 
renewables and leverage its peaking generation capacity to manage 
the intermittency of renewables will help to mitigate this risk.

Financial
Financial risks are the risks that directly impact the financial 
performance and resilience of Origin. The Board manages these  
risks by setting limits on the overall financial exposure that Origin is 
prepared to take, and has commodity and treasury risk management 
systems to monitor and report performance against these limits. 
Origin manages commodity price risk through a combination of 
physical positions and derivatives contracts.

Commodity
 — Oil prices – Origin has a material long term exposure to the 
international oil price through the sale of gas, oil, LPG and its 
investment in Australia Pacific LNG. Pricing can be volatile and 
downward price movements can impact on our cash flow, financial 
performance, recoverable reserves and asset carrying values.
 — Wholesale electricity prices and volumes – Prices for electricity 

Origin sources to on-sell to customers are volatile and are 
influenced by many factors that are difficult to predict, including 
operating constraints at Origin’s power stations. Customer 
volumes also vary on a daily basis and over time. 
 — Other commodity prices – Origin is exposed to price 

fluctuations in respect of coal and gas purchases for electricity 
generation and gas, renewable energy and LPG for on-sale to 
customers. Higher prices erode our margins if we are unable to 
pass on additional costs to customers. Lower prices impact our 
margins and asset carrying value for gas producing assets.
Foreign exchange and interest rates – Origin is exposed to interest 
rate movements and foreign exchange rate fluctuations. This impacts 
the Australian dollar value of foreign currency denominated assets and 
liabilities, revenues, dividends received and expenses.
Credit/counterparty – Some counterparties may fail to fulfil their 
obligations (in whole or in part), under major hedge and sales contracts. 
Australia Pacific LNG has long term off take agreements with Sinopec 
and Kansai, who account for the majority of its LNG revenues. There is 
a risk Origin is unable to effectively bill and or collect outstanding debt 
from customers. 
Insurance – Losses and liabilities from uninsured or underinsured 
events could reduce Origin’s revenue or increase costs. 
Tax – Any change in, or change in the interpretation, application or 
enforcement of, applicable tax laws regulations, royalty regimes or any 
actual or alleged failure to comply could significantly increase Origin’s 
tax liability and expose Origin to legal, regulatory and other actions that 
could adversely affect Origin’s financial performance and prospects.

Australia Pacific LNG is required to pay royalties on its production to 
the Queensland government. Australia Pacific LNG has disputed in the 
Queensland courts the petroleum royalty decision received from the 
Queensland Treasurer. There is a risk Australia Pacific LNG may not be 
successful in this dispute and this may impact the quantum of royalties 
Australia Pacific LNG is required to pay.
Access to capital markets – Origin considers that it has sufficient 
liquidity through currently committed credit facilities. However, if it 
fails to appropriately manage its liquidity position, or if markets are  
not available to Origin at the time of any financing or refinancing that  
it requires, due to general market conditions or matters specific to 
Origin such as a credit rating downgrade, there is a risk that Origin’s 
business, prospects and financial flexibility will be adversely affected. 

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Litigation and dispute resolution – The nature of Origin’s business 
means we are exposed to litigation, regulatory actions or dispute 
resolution processes, investigations, inquiries, disputes or claims. 
 — Reversion – The CSG interests that Australia Pacific LNG 

acquired from Tri-Star in 2002 are subject to reversionary rights. 
If triggered, these rights will require Australia Pacific LNG to 
transfer back to Tri-Star a 45 per cent interest in those CSG 
interests for no additional consideration. The reversion trigger  
will occur when Australia Pacific LNG has recovered from its 
revenue derived from the acquired CSG interests its expenditure 
relating to the acquired CSG interests plus interest on that 
expenditure, its royalty payments and the original acquisition 
price. Approximately 21 per cent of Australia Pacific LNG’s 3P 
CSG reserves as of 30 June 2016 are subject to these 
reversionary rights. 

 — Tri-Star has commenced proceedings against Australia Pacific 

LNG claiming that reversion has occurred. Australia Pacific LNG 
denies that claim and is defending it. If Tri-Star’s claim is not 
successfully defended, Tri-Star may be entitled to an order that 
reversion occurred as early as 1 November 2008 and the 
reserves and resources that are subject to reversion may not  
be available for Australia Pacific LNG to sell or use. These events 
may have a material adverse impact on the financial performance 
of Australia Pacific LNG and therefore significantly affect the 
amount and timing of cash flows from Australia Pacific LNG  
to its shareholders, including Origin.

Project 
Origin undertakes investments in a variety of major projects including 
gas and oil projects, electricity generation and operational systems. 
These major projects are exposed to the effectiveness of Origin’s 
project management and events outside of Origin’s control, such as 
weather events or natural disasters, which may result in adverse cost 
and schedule implications and, in turn, Origin’s financial prospects. 
Origin manages major projects in accordance with well-established 
project management processes.

Environmental and social regulatory obligations are maintained and 
managed for projects, including the Australia Pacific LNG’s CSG-to-
LNG project. Origin and Australia Pacific LNG’s processes and internal 
compliance monitoring are designed to ensure activities are conducted 
in accordance with all approval obligations.

The construction phase of the Australia Pacific LNG Project is nearing 
completion. The first cargo from Train 2 of Australia Pacific LNG  
is expected in the second quarter of the 2017 financial year. Delay  
in the start-up of Train 2 would delay cash flow, the recognition of 
revenue and costs in underlying earnings and may also affect Australia 
Pacific LNG’s ability to satisfy the project finance completion tests and 
subsequent removal of Origin’s several guarantee of its share of the 
project finance facility. 

Australia Pacific LNG’s project finance facility (US$8.5 billion) –  
The facility is severally guaranteed by each Australia Pacific LNG 
shareholder (including Origin) in its respective shareholding 
proportions during the project construction phase. These guarantees 
will be released if the project satisfies customary completion tests.  
A delay in satisfying the requirements will mean Origin’s guarantee 
remains in place for longer, and failure to pass the completion tests 
could result in a requirement for early repayment of debt. The project 
finance facility contains restrictions on Australia Pacific LNG making 
shareholder distributions if specified financial metrics are not satisfied.

Operational
Operational Risks arise from inadequate or failed internal processes, 
people or systems or from external events. This could impact the 
environment, the health and safety of our people and members of  
the public or the sustainability of our operations and assets and in  
turn adversely affect Origin’s financial prospects.

Origin’s risk management framework operates to identify, manage, 
monitor and mitigate operational risk. It sets out the minimum standards 
that Origin expects for all operated assets. Origin management systems 
operate to see that our assets are well designed, safely operated and 
properly maintained. 

Core operations are subject to periodic audits and assurance. Origin 
maintains an extensive insurance program to mitigate consequences 
by transferring financial risk exposure to third parties where 
commercially possible.
Health and safety – The complexity, scale and geography of Origin’s 
operations give rise to a range of health, safety and security risks, 
including air, land or marine transport and other work related safety 
exposures. 
Cyber security – A cyber security incident could lead to a breach of 
privacy, disruption of critical business processes, loss of or corruption 
of data or theft of commercially sensitive information. 
Production – Operating activities include oil and gas projects, power 
generation, LPG facilities and CSG to LNG processing, through 
Australia Pacific LNG. These activities are exposed to outages and the 
potential to damage, both directly and as a result of a natural disaster, 
plant failure, interruptions to fuel supply required to operate the assets 
or failure or unavailability of third party infrastructure, including 
transmission, distribution and pipeline infrastructure.
Process safety – Production assets are exposed to process safety  
and loss of containment risks.
Environment – The complexity, scale and geography of projects and 
operations give rise to a range of potential effects on the environment, 
including Origin’s carbon emissions, water use, waste management, 
and impacts on biodiversity. 
Social – Origin’s activities give rise to potential disturbance or harm  
to communities and a range of risks including land access, impacts  
on people, and social and economic impacts on communities. 
Joint ventures – Origin participates in a number of joint ventures 
which, in some cases, are operated by a third party. That partner may 
have economic or other business interests that are inconsistent with 
our own and may take actions contrary to the objectives or interests 
of Origin. There is also a risk that joint venture partners may become 
bankrupt, default on or fail to fulfil their obligations as required or 
expected thereby impacting the performance of the joint venture  
and adversely affecting Origin or its interest in the joint venture.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWOPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016APPENDIX 1 – ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM UNDERLYING PROFIT(1) 
Underlying Profit is derived from Statutory Profit and excludes certain items to provide a more representative view of the ongoing performance 
of the business.

Year ended 30 June

Statutory (Loss) – total operations
Items Excluded from Underlying Profit

Fair value and foreign exchange movements(2) 
LNG items pre revenue recognition(2)
Disposals, impairments and business restructuring(2)

Total Items Excluded from Underlying Profit

Underlying Profit – total operations

Underlying Profit – discontinued operations

Underlying Profit – continuing operations

2016  
($m)

(589)

(195)
(222)
(537)
(954)

365
11

354

2015  
($m)

(658)

(577)
(162)
(601)
(1,340)

682
79

603

Change  
(%)

(10)

(66)
37
(11)
(29)

(46)
(86)

(41)

Fair value and foreign exchange movements (-$195 million post-tax):
 — non-cash loss due to the appreciation of the forward oil price following the purchase of oil put options to reduce exposure to low oil prices(3) 

(-$60 million);

 — financial instruments impacting Energy Markets including environmental certificates (-$39 million);
 — foreign exchange movements relating to LNG (-$30 million); and
 — loss on termination of interest rate swaps following the early repayment of Uranquinty project finance (-$29 million) replaced with lower 

interest rate facilities; and

 — non-cash loss due to the depreciation of the Australian dollar (-$20 million). 

LNG related items pre revenue recognition(4) (-$222 million post-tax):
 — -$167 million net financing costs(5) interest expense on the average debt balance relating to the funding of Australia Pacific LNG and  

interest income received on Mandatorily Redeemable Cumulative Preference Shares (MRCPS). The net financing costs would otherwise  
be capitalised if the development project was held directly by Origin rather than via an equity accounted investment; and

 — -$55 million pre-production costs not able to be capitalised.

Disposals, impairments and business restructuring (-$537 million post-tax):
 — Impairment ($515 million) relating to: 
  —  Origin’s Upstream assets (-$386 million) resulting from Otway Basin (-$166 million), BassGas (-$143 million) and Cooper Basin  

(-$77 million) due to recent reserves revisions, as reported in Origin’s Annual Reserves Report and revised development plans;

  —  International Development geothermal assets in Chile (-$86 million) and Indonesia (-$20 million);
  —  Deferral of large scale IT projects (-$65 million); partially offset by
  —  The reversal of prior impairments of Surat Basin (+$21 million) as a result of the sale of these assets and New Zealand onshore assets 

(+$21 million) as a result of the classification of these assets as held for sale.

 — Business restructuring costs ($81 million) associated with Origin’s cost reduction programs; and
 — Gains associated with the asset sales programme ($59 million).

(1)  Refer to Appendix 6 for definitions of fair value and foreign exchange movements, LNG related items pre revenue recognition and disposals, impairments and business 

restructuring categories.

(2)  Aggregation of items excluded from Underlying Profit has changed from the prior period.
(3)  On 22 December, 2015 Origin announced the purchase of put options over 15 million barrels of oil for the 2017 financial year.
(4)  Train 1 costs (including net financing costs) and disproportionate share of costs related to infrastructure assets, were included in Underlying Profit from 1 March, 2016 following 

Train 1 revenue recognition. The remaining costs will be recognised in Underlying Profit from the time APLNG recognises revenue from Train 2.

(5)  A further $21 million after tax ($30 million pre tax) is included in Underlying earnings representing four months of net financing costs related to Train 1 and infrastructure assets. 

See Appendix 4 for further details.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016APPENDIX 2 – ORIGIN’S KEY FINANCIALS

Full year ended 30 June

Total operations – income statement
External revenue
Underlying EBITDA 
Underlying EBIT 
Underlying Profit 
Items excluded from Underlying Profit 
Statutory (Loss)/Profit 
Statutory Earnings per share
Underlying Earnings per share

Total operations – statement of cash flows
Cash flows from operating activities
Cash flows used in investing activities
Cash flows used in financing activities

Continuing operations – income statement
External revenue
Underlying EBITDA
Underlying depreciation and amortisation
Underlying share of interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation of equity accounted investees
Underlying EBIT
Underlying net financing costs
Underlying Profit before income tax and non-controlling interests
Underlying income tax expense
Underlying net profit after tax before elimination of Non-controlling interests
Non-controlling interests’ share of Underlying Profit
Underlying Profit
Items excluded from Underlying Profit
Underlying earnings per share

Continuing operations – statement of cash flows
Cash flows from operating activities
Cash flows used in investing activities
Cash flows used in financing activities

Discontinued operations – income statement
External revenue
Underlying EBITDA
Underlying EBIT
Underlying Profit
Items excluded from Underlying Profit

Discontinued operations – statement of cash flows
Cash flows from operating activities
Cash flows used in investing activities
Cash flows used in financing activities

Other items
Weighted average shares in basic EPS (million shares)
Final dividend per share (unfranked)
Total employees (numbers)(2) 
Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate (TRIFR)(3) 

2016  
($m)

12,174
1,696
776
365
(954)
(589)
(37.3¢)
23.2¢

1,404
(189)
(1,223)

11,923
1,635
(604)
(296)
735
(100)
635
(275)
360
(6)
354
(964)
22.4¢

1,333
(181)
(1,160)

251
61
41
11
10

71
(8)
(63)

1,578
0¢
5,811
4.2

2015  
($m)

Change  
(%)

14,147
2,149
1,280
682
(1,340)
(658)
(52.1¢)(1)
54.0¢(1)

1,833
(3,914)
1,996

11,893
1,662
(618)
(62)
982
(78)
904
(291)
613
(10)
603
(1,062)
47.7¢(1)

1,378
(3,802)
2,355

2,254
487
298
79
(278)

455
(112)
(359)

1,264
25¢
6,922
3.8

(14)
(21)
(39)
(46)
(29)
11
(28)
(57)

(23)
N/A
N/A

0
(2)
(2)
377
(25)
28
(30)
(5)
(41)
40
(41)
(9)
(53)

(3)
N/A
N/A

(89)
(87)
(86)
(86)
N/A

(84)
(93)
(82)

25
(100)
(16)
11

(1)  Prior period adjusted for the bonus element (discount to market price) of the September 2015 rights issue.
(2)  Excludes employees from Contact Energy.
(3)  Reported on a rolling 12 month basis.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWOPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016APPENDIX 3 – UNDERLYING SEGMENT EBITDA AND EBIT

Underlying EBITDA

Underlying EBIT

Full year ended 30 June
Energy Markets
Integrated Gas
Corporate

Total continuing operations
Contact Energy

Total operations

2016  
($m)
1,330
386
(81)

1,635
61

1,696

2015  
($m)
1,260
498
(96)

1,662
487

2,149

Change  
(%)
6
(22)
(16)

(2)
(87)

(21)

APPENDIX 4 – NET FINANCING COSTS

Year ended 30 June

Statutory Net Financing Cost – continuing operations
Total interest charged by other parties (excluding benefit of MOCCS)
Benefit of MOCCS(1) 

Total interest charged by other parties 
Impact of discounting on long term provisions
Capitalised interest

Total interest expense
MRCPS interest income
Other interest income

Statutory Net financing costs
Average interest rate(2) 
Items excluded from Underlying Net Financing Costs relating to funding of APLNG
Total interest charged by other parties (excluding benefit of MOCCS)
Benefit of MOCCS

Total interest expense
MRCPS interest income

Net financing costs relating to funding of APLNG
Average interest rate(2)
Underlying Net Financing Cost – continuing operations
Total interest charged by other parties (excluding costs associated with funding of APLNG)
Total interest charged by other parties (costs associated with funding of APLNG)
Impact of discounting on long term provisions
Capitalised interest

Total interest expense
MRCPS interest income (in Underlying)
Other interest income

Underlying Net financing costs
Average interest(2)
Underlying Net Financing Cost – discontinued operations
Underlying Net financing costs
Average interest rate(2)

2016  
($m)
1,004
(185)
(84)

735
41

776

2016 
($m)

(634)
 – 

(634)
(16)
 90 

(560)
 220 
 2 

(338)
6.5%

(400)
 – 

(400)
 162 

(238)
6.9%

(146)
(88)
(16)
 90 

(160)
 58 
2

(100)
5.9%

(9)
6.9%

2015  
($m)
956
122
(96)

982
298

1,280

2015 
($m)

(646)
 154 

(492)
(15)
 118 

(389)
 112 
 0 

(277)
4.9%

(465)
 154 

(311)
 112 

(199)
4.5%

(181)
 – 
(15)
 118 

(78)
 – 
 0 

(78)
5.1%

(91)
6.5%

Change  
(%)
5
(252)
(13)

(25)
(86)

(39)

Change 
($m)

12 
(154)

(142)
(1)
(28)

(171)
 108 
2 

 (61) 
1.6%

 65
(154)

(89)
 50 

(39)
2.4%

35 
(88)
(1)
(28)

(82)
 58 
2 

(22)
0.8%

 82 
0.4%

(1)  The Monetisation of Cross Currency Swaps (MOCCS) provided a benefit in financial year 2015 reflecting the bringing forward of the positive fair value as the swaps were reset  

to the market rates in March 2014.

(2)  Average interest rate calculated using total interest charged by other parties.

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APPENDIX 5 – ELECTRICITY, NATURAL GAS & CUSTOMER DATA
At Origin’s half year result a number of items were re-stated without impacting gross profit, to better reflect the operations of the Energy Markets 
business. The following tables show restated figures for the 2014 and 2015 financial years in addition to the current year.

Natural Gas
Osborne gas sales re-classified as internal due to new operational agreement. As a result prior period external sales volumes, revenues and costs 
have been revised with no impact on gross profit.

Year ended 30 June

Volumes Sold (PJ)
Retail (Consumer & SME)
Business

Total external volumes
Internal Sales (Generation)

Revenue ($m)
Retail (Consumer & SME)
Business

Cost of goods sold ($m)
Network Costs
Energy Procurement Costs

Gross Profit ($m)
Gross Margin %
Period-end customer accounts (’000)
Average customer accounts (’000)

$ Gross profit per customer

2016

228.2
42.1
124.9

167.1
61.1

 1,946 
 995 
 951 

(1,425)
(696)
(729)

 522 
26.8% 
1,089
1,080

483

$/GJ

 11.7 
 23.6 
 7.6 

(8.5)
(4.2)
(4.4)

 3.1 

2015

207.4
41.7
93

134.7
72.7

 1,679 
978 
 701 

(1,158)
(640)
(518)

 521 
31.0% 
1,068
1,051

496

$/GJ

 12.5 
 23.5 
 7.5 

(8.6)
(4.7)
(3.8)

 3.9 

2014

 162.8 
 37.1 
 59.2 

 96.3 
 66.5 

 1,242 
 803 
 440 

(968)
(582)
(386)

 275 
22.1%
 1,022 
 999 

 275 

$/GJ

 12.9 
 21.6 
 7.4 

(10.0)
(6.0)
(4.0)

 2.9 

Electricity
Prior period restated to better reflect the recognition of volumes, revenues and costs associated with feed-in volumes from solar customers  
with no impact on gross profit.

Year ended 30 June 

Volumes Sold (TWh)
Retail (Consumer & SME)
Business

Revenue ($m)
Retail (Consumer & SME)
Business
Externally Contracted Generation

Cost of goods sold ($m)
Network Costs
Wholesale Energy Costs
Generation Operating costs
Energy Procurement Costs

Gross Profit ($m)
Gross Margin %
Period-end customer accounts (’000)
Average customer accounts (’000) 

$ Gross profit per customer

$/MWh

191.7
259.8
 125.4 

(157.9)
(96.5)
(55.0)
(6.4)
(61.4)

 33.8 

2016

 38.1 
 18.4 
 19.6 

 7,300 
 4,790
 2,463 
 47 

(6,012)
(3,674)
(2,093)
(244)
(2,337)

 1,289 
17.7% 
 2,741 
 2,758 

 467 

$/MWh

 202.9 
 278.2 
 121.6 

(168.3)
(107.9)
(53.0)
(7.5)
(60.5)

 34.6 

2015

37.3
 18.9 
 18.4 

 7,560 
5,245 
 2,238 
 77 

(6,272)
(4,019)
(1,975)
(278)
(2,253)

 1,289 
17.0% 
 2,768 
 2,804 

 460 

$/MWh

 194.8 
 273.3 
 117.4 

(160.6)
(100.4)
(53.1)
(7.2)
(60.2)

 34.2 

2014

 39.1 
 18.8 
 20.3 

 7,617 
 5,137 
 2,384 
 96 

(6,280)
(3,926)
(2,074)
(280)
(2,354)

 1,337 
17.6%
 2,850 
 2,879 

 464 

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Retail Electricity Volumes (TWh)

Year ended 30 June
NSW
Victoria
Queensland
South Australia

Total Retail volumes

2016
8.9 
3.4 
5.2 
1.0 

18.4 

2015
9.2 
3.4 
5.3 
0.9 

18.8 

2014
9.2
3.4
5.3
0.9

18.8

Customer Accounts
Revised customer accounts methodology to exclude customers in the process of transferring to or away from Origin in order to reflect  
active customers.

Customer Accounts (’000)
NSW(1) 
Victoria
Queensland
South Australia(2) 

Total

30 June 2016

30 June 2015

30 June 2014

Electricity
 1,240 
 566 
 761 
 174 

 2,741 

Natural Gas
 252 
 478 
 160 
 199 

 1,089 

Electricity
 1,268 
 576 
 758 
 166 

 2,768 

Natural Gas
 239 
 475 
 154 
 201 

 1,068 

Electricity
 1,320 
598
767 
 165 

2,850 

Natural Gas
 208 
467
146 
 200 

 1,022 

(1)  Australian Capital Territory (ACT) customer accounts are included in New South Wales.
(2)  Northern Territory customers are included in South Australia.

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OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEWORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Each year the Non-executive Directors (NEDs) undertake a review  
of Origin’s remuneration practices to ensure the current approach 
remains appropriate. In so doing the NEDs:

 — Consider feedback from shareholders;
 — Examine emerging market practice; and
 — Test remuneration outcomes against company performance.

Last year the Board engaged remuneration advisor Pay Governance  
to undertake a comprehensive review of executive remuneration and 
structure. The review confirmed that, while the basic structure of the 
remuneration system was appropriate, changes could be made that 
would strengthen alignment between executive and shareholder 
interests, particularly in relation to the use of capital and cash.

Those changes were implemented during FY2016, following 
communication with shareholders through last year’s Remuneration 
Report. More specifically, the following changes have been made.

 — Overall

–  More specific peer groups were adopted for the overall At 

Target and Maximum remuneration benchmarks for executive 
remuneration, namely the 10 ASX-listed companies that were 
larger and the 10 companies that were smaller than Origin plus 
AGL, Woodside, Santos and Oil Search (if they are not already 
in that group).

 — Short Term Incentive (STI)

–  Operating Cash Flow After Tax (OCAT Ratio) was replaced with 
a Net Cash from Operating and Investing Activities (NCOIA) 
performance metric in the STI plan; and

–  Vesting periods for Deferred STI for senior executives were 
lengthened from an average of two years to an average of 
three years. Vesting for grants of Deferred Share Rights (DSRs) 
relating to FY2016 will occur over two, three and four years to 
better align outcomes with the Company’s investment cycle, 
rather than one, two and three years as was previously the case.

 — Long Term Incentive (LTI)

–  A second hurdle was introduced based on Return on Average 

Capital Employed (ROCE). This measure applies to the 
Performance Share Rights (PSRs) component of LTI, while the 
relative Total Shareholder Return (TSR) hurdle will apply to the 
Options component;

–  The allocation methodology for PSRs has been changed and  

is now based on face value (previously fair value discounted for 
performance hurdles was used);

–  The ratio of Options to PSRs in the LTI mix was changed from 

75:25 to 50:50;

–  A more specific comparator group was adopted for the TSR 

hurdle than the S&P/ASX 100 companies that were previously 
used. The revised group is defined at the commencement of the 
performance period as those 10 ASX-listed companies that are 
larger than and 10 that are smaller than Origin plus AGL, 
Woodside, Santos and Oil Search (if they are not already  
in that group).

–  The average vesting period for senior executives has been 

lengthened such that the Options tranche is now subject to a 
five-year vesting period, while retaining the vesting period for 
PSRs at four years.

These changes have been made to:

 — Align overall remuneration outcomes to companies of comparable 
size, given the changes in Origin’s market capitalisation and its near 
term performance. The Board has exercised discretion downwards 
for STI and LTI to achieve these outcomes;
 — Strengthen the linkage to capital management;
 — Strengthen the linkage between the STI plan hurdles and short 

term profitability;

 — Better align the length of vesting periods for both Deferred  

STI and LTI arrangements to Origin’s investment cycle; and

 — Set the mix of Options and PSRs to an appropriate level and review 
the allocation process for PSRs in response to market feedback.

Directors consider that the changes made will further strengthen the 
alignment with the interests of shareholders. Directors recommend 
that shareholders read the full Remuneration Report to understand 
the nature of that alignment.

INTRODUCTION

1 
Following enhancements to Origin’s remuneration approach that  
were implemented during FY2016, Directors consider that:

 — The remuneration system is focused on delivering shareholder 

value over the long term (Section 2);

 — Remuneration outcomes for executives reflect returns to 

shareholders (Section 3); and

 — Appropriate governance and remuneration arrangements for NEDs 
provide a strong focus on shareholders’ interests (Section 4).

This report is focused on executives who are Key Management 
Personnel (KMP). It also provides a broader perspective on other 
employees of the Group(1) whose remuneration includes awards  
under the LTI arrangements (which at June 2016 included another 
approximately 80 executives).

2 

 ORIGIN’S EXISTING REMUNERATION SYSTEM 
IS FOCUSED ON DELIVERING SHAREHOLDER 
VALUE OVER THE LONG TERM

The overriding objective of Origin’s remuneration system is to align 
the interests of staff and shareholders, while attracting and retaining 
valuable staff. Origin strives to do this by:

 — Aligning the interests of executives and shareholders by providing 

rewards that support shareholder value creation; and

 — Attracting and retaining high calibre executives from diverse 

backgrounds through a fair and competitive remuneration 
structure that appropriately rewards and incentivises superior 
performance over the longer term.

Origin’s senior management remuneration, including for KMP, consists 
of three main elements, namely Fixed Remuneration, STI and LTI.

Origin’s remuneration policy is designed so that each of these 
elements supports the overall objectives. In addition, the policy works 
to reward superior executive performance by paying in the top quartile 
of the market when superior outcomes are delivered for shareholders.

For KMP roles, Origin’s position in the market is benchmarked against 
industry peers and comparably sized S&P/ASX companies. Directors 
have exercised discretion to ensure that overall remuneration is held 
within the overall limits of those benchmarks, recognising the change 
in the company’s overall market capitalisation.

As the Group employs staff across a broad spectrum of roles and 
disciplines, the Hay Group’s All Organisations’ benchmark, representing 
approximately 430 organisations, is used as the major reference for 
non-KMP roles(2).

The way Fixed Remuneration, STI and LTI operate together is 
described in greater detail in Sections 2.1 to 2.6.

2.1 

 Fixed Remuneration is benchmarked to the midpoint  
of the external market to attract quality people who  
can deliver value for shareholders

Fixed Remuneration takes into account the size and complexity of  
a recipient’s role and the skills required to succeed in such a position.  
It includes cash salary, employer contributions to superannuation and 
salary sacrifice benefits.

It is regularly reviewed against the median of comparably sized companies, 
while recognising the difficulties of reducing Fixed Remuneration when 
a market discontinuity occurs such as has happened in the past 12 months, 
largely in response to the fall in oil prices.

(1)  Origin Energy Limited and its controlled entities.
(2)  For job families in skill shortage areas (such as geosciences and some professional specialists) the relevant market has been determined by reference to smaller peer groups  

such as those sourced from commissioned surveys and industry forums, including National Rewards Group.

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2.2  STI awards are designed to reward superior achievement for shareholders in relation to key operational measures
STI plays a key role in aligning superior operational outcomes for shareholders with remuneration outcomes for management.

STI opportunity levels vary according to the Business Unit served by the executive and according to their role. The amount at risk increases with 
job size and the capacity to influence the overall performance of the business (Tables 1 and 2).

The amount of STI awarded reflects overall corporate performance as well as Business Unit financial and operational outcomes over the course 
of the year.

Table 1: STI opportunity as a percentage of Fixed Remuneration, FY2016

Position
Managing Director
Other Executive KMP (average)
Other Executive Management Team (EMT) (average)
Other Executives(1) (average)

Minimum
0%
0%
0%
0%

Target
90%
77%
60%
44%

Maximum
150%
129%
100%
74%

To achieve the maximum award, the recipient’s relevant operational targets must be significantly exceeded. Delivering targeted operational 
outcomes results in an award of 60 per cent of maximum STI. If targeted outcomes are not achieved, the award of STI is reduced proportionally 
below 60 per cent (to zero where threshold outcomes are not achieved). The Board retains discretion to adjust outcomes, upwards or downwards, 
where it considers it appropriate to do so. Such discretion has been regularly used by the Board.

The Managing Director’s STI is determined by reference to the Group’s financial and safety performance for the year; the Company’s overall 
Employee Engagement Score; and a number of personal measures that reflect strategic and people priorities, including delivering value for 
shareholders and succession planning.

STI for other executives is determined by reference to Group performance as well as Business Unit and personal operational measures.  
Examples of Business Unit measures include safety outcomes; engagement scores; project delivery milestones; production metrics (especially  
in the Integrated Gas Business Unit) or customer satisfaction and profitability (especially in the Energy Markets’ Business Unit).

All STI recipients have exposure to the Group’s financial performance. For FY2016 two Group financial metrics applied with equal weighting:

 — Net cash from operating and investing activities (‘NCOIA’). This measure was adopted for the first time this year; and
 — Underlying earnings per share (EPS).

These two measures have been adopted in response to shareholder feedback and reflect the importance of earnings per share and cash 
generation after investment as key drivers of returns to shareholders. 

The degree of exposure to Group and Division financial metrics increases with increasing job size, as shown in Table 2.

Table 2: STI performance measures and weights by role, FY2016

Business KPIs

Position
Managing Director
Other Executive KMP (Operational)
Other Executive EMT (Corporate)
Other Executives (Operational)
Other Executives (Corporate)

NCOIA; 
Underlying 
EPS
60%
30%
60%
12.5%
40%

Division 
Financial 
measures

30%

25%

Group 
Safety
15%

10%

10%

Group 
Engagement
5%
5%
5%

Division 
Safety

10%

12.5%

Sub Total
80%
75%
75%
50%
50%

Personal 
measures
20%
25%
25%
50%
50%

Total 
weights
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%

Group measures and outcomes are approved by the Board. Business Unit goals are set by the Managing Director and reviewed by the 
Remuneration Committee and the Board. Performance of direct reports to the Managing Director is assessed by the Managing Director, 
reviewed by the Remuneration Committee and approved by the Board. The Managing Director’s performance is assessed and his STI approved by 
the Board. Outcomes for KMP and other EMT are subject to the exercise of discretion by the Board. In assessing whether to exercise discretion, 
the Board pays particular attention to items in the accounts below Underlying Profit, but particularly impairments.
One-third of the potential STI is awarded in the form of DSRs (see Table 3) and the remaining two-thirds in cash(2). 

Table 3 provides more information.

‘Other Executives’ covers multiple role levels and therefore a range of opportunity levels.

(1) 
(2)  Except where an award is to be made to an executive who is unable to serve a tenure requirement by virtue of death, disability, redundancy, genuine retirement, or other 

exceptional circumstances as approved by the Board. In those limited circumstances no amount of the STI is deferred and the STI will be awarded wholly in cash.

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Parameter

Instrument

Number of 
instruments, 
minimum and  
maximum value

Service and 
Personal 
Performance 
Conditions

Vesting and 
exercise

Adjustments

Anti Hedging 
policy

FY2016 details
Deferred STI is awarded in the form of DSRs. A DSR is the right to a fully paid share in the Company at no cost.
Unvested DSRs carry no entitlement to dividends and no voting rights.
As no dividends are paid on DSRs, their maximum value is the Face Value(1) less the discounted value of any dividends foregone(2). 
The number of DSRs to be awarded is calculated as the dollar allocation value (one-third of the total STI award) divided by the 
maximum value. The minimum value of the DSRs is nil, which will be the case if the ongoing service and personal performance 
conditions are not met.
For the Managing Director, awards recommended by the Board are submitted for approval by shareholders at the Annual 
General Meeting held immediately after the year to which they relate.
DSRs vest over two, three and four years, subject to continuing service and satisfactory personal performance(3) obligations(4,5). 
The DSRs awarded in respect of the financial year are divided into three tranches, equal in number, with corresponding deferral 
(vesting) periods.
In the case of ‘Other Executives’, where smaller DSR parcels are allocated, all DSRs have a two year service and personal 
performance obligation (and corresponding two year deferral.)
DSRs vest on meeting the service and personal performance conditions. Exercise of DSRs is automatic on vesting and the 
exercise price is nil. DSRs that do not vest on the service condition date lapse immediately. DSRs are subject to clawback 
(Section 2.5).
On a capital reorganisation, the number of unvested DSRs to which each participant is entitled may be adjusted in a manner 
determined by the Board to minimise or eliminate any material advantage or disadvantage to the participant(6). 
DSRs are forfeited if the service and performance conditions are not met, except in exceptional circumstances(7). In those 
circumstances, the DSRs, which represent a portion of ‘earned’ STI, will vest at cessation, unless the Board determines otherwise.
If a Change of Control(8) occurs prior to the vesting of DSRs the Board has discretion to bring forward vesting dates.
The Company’s policy requires that employees cannot trade instruments or other financial products which limit the economic 
risk of any securities held under any equity-based incentive schemes so long as those holdings are unvested. Non-compliance 
may result in summary dismissal.

2.3  LTI awards are designed to align executive remuneration with financial outcomes for shareholders over the longer term
LTI arrangements provide executives with a deferred equity interest in Origin, the value of which depends on the extent to which the 
performance hurdle is met and exceeded; and by the extent of share price appreciation in the case of PSRs, or in the case of Options, the amount 
by which the share price has appreciated above the exercise price. Fundamentally, this means that if shareholders do well, the Executive does well. 
Conversely, if shareholders do not do well, the Executive does not do well. This creates alignment between shareholders and the Executive.

A grant of LTI is considered for Executive KMP and approximately 80 other executives, who, in the view of the Directors, are involved  
in long-term strategic decisions that are company transformational with significant strategic implications.

The Target Value of an Executive’s LTI allocation is determined by the position held and the executive’s influence on the long-term performance 
of the Company, as summarised in Table 4.

Table 4: LTI allocation as a percentage of Fixed Remuneration, FY2016

Position
Managing Director
Other Executive KMP (average)
Other EMT (average)
Other Executives (average)

 % of Fixed Remuneration

Minimum
0%
0%
0%
0%

Target Value
120%
76%
50%
35%

As a general principle, Origin’s LTI scheme is designed so that high performing executives, over time, come close to the Target Value in their  
LTI allocation. Nonetheless, LTI allocations are made having regard to:

 — Benchmark levels of unvested equity relative to market to meet incentive and retention objectives and to build potential equity stakes  

that will appropriately align executive and shareholder interests;

 — The performance and potential of each executive; and
 — The overall impact of LTI on overall remuneration, having regard to benchmark comparables.

(1)  Face value is the present day market value of an Origin share. For awards subject to shareholder approval, the Face value is referenced to the Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) 

10-day pricing period if the DRP is in operation, otherwise it is a 10-day Volume Weighted Average Price to a date in mid-September. For general awards, it is measured as a 30-day 
Volume Weighted Average Price over the 15 trading days prior to and including 30 June of the financial year to which the STI award relates and the 15 following trading days.
If no dividends are recommended to be paid to shareholders during the performance period, no discount is applied and the maximum value is Face value.

(2) 
(3)  Satisfactory personal performance is assessed under Origin’s standard performance and development cycle.
(4)  For FY2015 and prior, the tranches were one, two and three years respectively.
(5)  Deferred STI awards are awarded in respect of the current year’s performance to 30 June, but granted in the following financial year. The accounting expense for these  

grants is recognised from the commencement (1 July) of the current financial year, i.e. the beginning of the STI earning performance period. In the following financial year  
the accumulated expense recognised is ‘trued-up’ according to the number of instruments expected to vest. This valuation is then used to recognise the expense over the 
remaining expensing periods.

(6)  If new awards are granted, they will, unless the Board determines otherwise, be subject to the same terms and conditions as the original awards.
(7)  The circumstances are defined as death, disability, redundancy, genuine retirement, or other exceptional circumstance approved by the Board.
(8)  On a person/entity acquiring 20 per cent or more of the relevant interest in the Company pursuant to a takeover bid that has become unconditional, or on a person/entity 

otherwise acquiring 20 per cent or more of a relevant interest in the issued capital of the Company.

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REMUNERATION REPORTREMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016The actual allocation to be made to an Executive in any year may vary below the Target Value (including to zero) depending on the level of unvested 
equity held relative to benchmark, as well as the performance and potential of the Executive.

In exceptional, but limited circumstances, the Board may determine that an LTI allocation that is higher than the Target Value is warranted. In all 
cases, the LTI allocation is subject to Board discretion, and in the case of the Managing Director, to shareholder approval.

Table 5 summarises the future potential value of LTI allocations granted as equity in the form of Options and PSRs, subject to varying outcomes.

Table 5: Potential future value of LTI granted

PSRs

Options

Minimum
Nil 
(This will be the value if the performance 
condition is not met.)

Expected
Indeterminate. The value would be 
somewhere between the minimum and 
maximum but it cannot be quantified.

Nil
(This will be the value if the performance 
condition is not met OR if it is met, but 
the share price does not exceed the 
exercise price.)

The expected value is determined 
through a Black Scholes model with a 
Monte Carlo simulation methodology.

Maximum
The future value of a PSR cannot be 
calculated because it will reflect the 
share price at the time. The maximum 
present-day value, assuming full vesting, 
is the current Face Value of a share less 
the discounted value of dividends foregone 
(if any) over the vesting period, multiplied 
by the number of PSRs granted. 
It is not possible to determine a maximum 
value for an Option. The exercise price 
payable for an Option is set as the 
current market value of an Origin share. 
Therefore, the present day value of an 
Option (Face Value less the exercise 
price to pay) is zero. The attribution of 
any value to a vested Option requires  
an assumption about the amount by 
which the future share price at vesting 
will exceed the exercise price, less the 
value of any dividends foregone (if any) 
over the five year vesting period.

The performance conditions (hurdles) are described in Table 6.

As it is not possible to determine a maximum potential value (assuming full vesting) for the Options component, there is no “maximum value”  
that can be specified for the overall future potential LTI.

The number of PSRs that are awarded is calculated by taking half of the dollar value of the LTI award (determined with reference to the  
Target Value in Table 4) and dividing it by the Face Value of a share.

The number of Options that are awarded is calculated by taking the remaining half of the dollar value of the LTI award and dividing it by the 
expected value of an Option from Table 5.

The performance period for Options is five years and for PSRs it is four years. This represents a lengthening of the vesting period from its 
previously being four years for both Options and PSRs.

Table 6 summarises the key features of the LTI arrangements.

Table 6: LTI Profile

Parameter

Instruments

Number of 
instruments

Exercise price

FY2016 details
LTI is awarded in the form of:
(a) PSRs, which are the right to a fully paid share in the Company at no cost; and
(b) Options, which are the right to a fully paid share in the Company upon payment of an exercise price (see below).
For Executive KMP, Other Executive Management Team and more senior Other Executives, the LTI award is split half as PSRs 
and half as Options. The grant for the remaining Other Executives is wholly in PSRs.
PSRs and Options carry no voting rights or entitlements to dividends.
For the Managing Director, awards recommended by the Board are submitted for approval by shareholders at the AGM held 
immediately after the year to which they relate.
The number of PSRs allocated for each Executive is calculated by reference to the Face Value.
The number of Options allocated for each Executive is calculated by reference to their expected value (Table 5). As identified in 
Table 5, the Face Value of an Option is zero and, therefore, cannot be used for allocation purposes.
As the performance condition for Options (Relative TSR) is a market-based hurdle, the expected value is determined using the 
same methodology as is used to determine the accounting fair value used for expensing purposes.
The expected value for Options takes into account the fact that dividends are not paid on Options; some or all of the Options 
might not vest; an exercise price must be paid on vesting; and even if vesting occurs, the share price at the vesting date might or 
might not be above the exercise price of the Option.
The exercise price for PSRs is nil.
The exercise price for Options that are subject to shareholder approval at the Annual General Meeting (namely, those for the 
Managing Director) is referenced to the Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) 10 day pricing period if the DRP is in operation, 
otherwise it is a 10-day Volume Weighted Average Price to the date in September that the DRP would have otherwise applied. 
For general awards, it is measured as a 30-day Volume Weighted Average Price over the 15 trading days prior to and including 
30 June of the financial year to which the LTI award relates and the following 15 trading days.

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Parameter

Performance 
Conditions 
(Hurdles)

Performance 
Period

Targets, Vesting 
and Exercise

Adjustments and 
early vesting

Anti Hedging 
policy

FY2016 details
Vesting of PSRs and Options are subject to performance conditions.
For PSRs, the hurdle is a ROCE measure, more specifically a statutory Origin EBIT divided by a Funds Employed measure(1).
For Options, the hurdle is TSR relative to a Reference Group of companies. The Reference Group is determined at the 
beginning of the performance period and comprises the 10 ASX-listed companies that are larger than and the 10 that are 
smaller than Origin plus AGL, Woodside, Santos and Oil Search (if they are not already in that group)(2). The TSRs are measured 
over the five year performance period.
Relative TSR is a transparent and robust forward-looking measure which represents an assessment of the Company’s ability  
to invest and achieve a return on capital relative to other companies.
Options have no value unless the share price rises above the exercise price, therefore, the hurdle combines both absolute  
and relative share price performance conditions.
There is no retesting. Any unvested Options and/or PSRs after the test at the end of the relevant performance period  
lapse immediately.
For PSRs, the ROCE performance condition is measured over each of four financial years (FY2017-FY2020 for the 2016 
grants), beginning on 1 July prior to grant and ending on 30 June of the fourth year. ROCE performance for the period is 
determined by the simple arithmetic average of the four annual returns. Targets are set with respect to both ROCE for the 
period and the achievement relative to the Company’s pre-tax Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) as described below.
For Options, the Relative TSR performance condition is measured over a period of five financial years, beginning on 1 July  
of the grant year and ending on 30 June of the fifth year.
The TSR for Origin and for each company in the Reference Group is measured on the basis of a three month weighted average 
prior to the first and last dates of the performance period.
For 2016 PSRs, the ROCE target is defined as the simple average of the four year Board approved targets (in advance) for each 
of FY2017, FY2018, FY2019 and FY2020.
Subject to the ROCE target being met, half of the PSRs will vest if pre-tax WACC is achieved in FY2019 and/or FY2020,  
and all of the PSRs will vest if the pre-tax WACC is exceeded by at least two percentage points in FY2019 and/or FY2020,  
with proportional vesting on a straight-line basis between those two outcomes.
The exercise price for PSRs is nil. PSRs are exercised automatically on vest, and lapse immediately if they fail to vest on the  
test date.
Vesting of Options occurs if Origin’s TSR exceeds the 50th percentile of the Reference Group of companies over the 
performance period. Half of the Options vest if Origin’s TSR exceeds the 50th percentile, and the full Options award vests at 
the 75th percentile, with proportionate vesting on a straight-line basis for outcomes between the 50th and 75th percentiles.
Options that vest must be exercised together with payment of the exercise price (as detailed above) upon which shares are 
then allotted.
Unexercised Options lapse up to a maximum of 10 years after grant.
PSRs and Options are subject to Clawback (Section 2.5).
Unvested Options and PSRs lapse on cessation of employment other than in circumstances of death, disability, redundancy, 
genuine retirement, or other exceptional circumstance as approved by the Board(3). In those circumstances, the unvested 
Options or PSRs may be held “on foot” subject to the specified performance hurdles and other Plan conditions being met,  
or dealt with in an appropriate manner determined by the Board(4).
If a Change of Control(5) occurs prior to the vesting of Options and/or PSRs, the Board has discretion to bring forward testing 
against the Performance Conditions as at the date of the Change of Control, and vesting will occur to the extent that the 
relevant Performance Conditions have been met.
On a capital reorganisation, the number of unvested Options and/or PSRs to which each participant is entitled, or the exercise 
price (if any) or both, may be adjusted in a manner determined by the Board to minimise or eliminate any material advantage  
or disadvantage to the participant(6).
The Company’s policy requires that employees cannot trade instruments or other financial products which limit the economic 
risk of any securities held under any equity-based incentive schemes so long as those holdings are subject to performance 
hurdles or are otherwise unvested. Non-compliance may result in summary dismissal.

(1)  The numerator in the calculation will be Origin’s EBIT and Origin’s share of APLNG EBIT plus the Dilution Adjustment. Origin’s EBIT and Origin’s share of APLNG EBIT is Statutory 
Origin EBIT adjusted to remove the following items: a. Origin’s share of APLNG interest and tax (which is included in Origin’s reported EBIT); b. Items excluded from underlying 
earnings in the (decrease)/increase in fair value of financial instruments and LNG items category (with the LNG items category expected to cease once Train 2 commences 
operations). It should be noted that gains and losses on disposals and impairments will only be excluded subject to Board discretion. The denominator of Average Capital Employed 
equals Shareholders Equity plus Origin Debt plus Origin’s Share of APLNG Project Finance plus the non-cash fair value uplift in Origin’s investment in APLNG plus net derivative 
liabilities. The adjustment to Average Capital Employed reflects the impact of the accounting uplift in the asset base of APLNG of $1.9 billion which was recorded on the creation 
of the APLNG Joint Venture. This balance will be depreciated in APLNG’s income statement on an ongoing basis and, therefore, a dilution adjustment is made to remove this 
depreciation. From Origin’s perspective, cash was received for this amount up-front at the time of the creation of the Joint Venture. The non-cash fair value adjustments are 
disclosed and explained in Note E1.2 in the financial statements. Average Capital Employed is a simple average of opening and closing capital employed in any one year.

(2)  For 2016 grants, the TSR Reference Group comprises the following 22 companies which were the relevant companies on 30 June 2016: AGL Energy Ltd, APA Group, ASX Ltd, 
Aristocrat Leisure Ltd, Aurizon Holdings Limited, Caltex Australia Ltd, CIMIC Group Ltd, Crown Resorts Ltd, Dexus Property Group, Goodman Group, GPT Group, Fortescue 
Metals Group Ltd, Insurance Australia Group Ltd, James Hardie Industries PLC, Oil Search Ltd, ResMed Inc, Santos Limited, Sonic Healthcare Ltd, South32 Ltd, Stockland Corp Ltd, 
TPG Telecom Ltd, and Woodside Petroleum Ltd. Asciano was excluded because it will be de-listed and, as a result, South32 was included. Companies that subsequently cease to be 
listed (for example through merger, acquisition or de-listing) are not replaced, unless the Board determines otherwise.
In addition, vested but unexercised Options that are not exercised within 60 days of cessation of employment lapse immediately.
In rare circumstances, the Board might use its discretion to cash settle PSRs and/or Options that stay on foot and vest where an executive leaves due to death, disability, 
redundancy or genuine retirement.

(3) 
(4) 

(5)  On a person/entity acquiring 20 per cent or more of the relevant interest in the Company pursuant to a takeover bid that has become unconditional, or on a person/entity 

otherwise acquiring 20 per cent or more of a relevant interest in the issued capital of the Company.

(6)  If new awards are granted, they will, unless the Board determines otherwise, be subject to the same terms and conditions as the original awards.

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It has been agreed with the Managing Director that he will maintain a substantial shareholding in the Company. Over the last six years he has held 
in excess of a million shares. At 30 June 2016, the value of his shareholding was the equivalent of approximately 3.6 times his Fixed 
Remuneration.

2.5  Malus and Clawback
The Short and Long Term Incentive arrangements include malus and clawback provisions to enable the Company to reduce or clawback awards 
where it is required.

Where the Board is not satisfied that an award determination is appropriate and warranted, it has the discretion to apply malus to vary the award 
downward, including to zero.

Clawback provisions provide the Board with the ability to cancel unvested equity awards or to demand the return of shares or the realised cash 
value of those shares where the Board determines that the benefit obtained was inappropriate as a result of fraud, dishonesty or breach of 
employment obligations by either the recipient or any employee of the Group. There have been no circumstances during the current or prior 
reporting periods requiring the application of clawback provisions.

2.6  Senior executives receive a greater percentage of their total remuneration in the form of STI and LTI
Fixed Remuneration, STI (both cash and deferred) and LTI work together to generate alignment with the interests of shareholders.

The relative mix of these components for different roles is summarised in Table 7.

Table 7: Remuneration Mix by Role (At Target)

Fixed

STI

Deferred STI

LTI

Managing Director

32%

19%

10%

39%

Other Executive KMP

40%

20%

10%

30%

Other Executive 
Management Team

Other Executives

48%

56%

19%

9%

24%

17%

8%

19%

0%

25%

50%

75%

100%

In the case of the Managing Director, at the At Target levels in Tables 1 and 4, almost half of his remuneration is deferred, and more than 
two-thirds is at-risk(1). As job size diminishes, the proportions deferred and at-risk fall (and the proportion of Fixed Remuneration increases).

2.7  To assist with preserving shareholder value, retention plans are selectively used to retain key staff
The Board Remuneration Committee regularly assesses the risk of the Group losing key staff in areas of intense market activity. Typically, they 
are critical technical operational staff or senior executives who manage core activities or have skills that are being actively solicited in the market.

In such circumstances, the Board Remuneration Committee may consider putting in place deferred payment arrangements to reduce the risk  
of losing such staff. More specifically, such staff may be offered DSRs or deferred cash payments if they remain in ongoing employment at a 
nominated date and achieve personal performance targets.

The DSRs are the same equity vehicle as described in Section 2.2 for Deferred STI, but the purpose is strictly retention and the deferral period 
(up to four years) may vary according to the specific circumstances. For accounting purposes expensing for retention DSRs differs from DSRs 
awarded under Deferred STI arrangements(2).

At 30 June 2016, there were 106,621 retention DSRs on issue for 9 recipients (154,408 at 30 June 2015, 19 recipients).

No deferred cash or retention DSRs were granted to KMP during the current or prior period.

2.8  The Employee Share Plan focuses all staff on safety
Operational excellence and safety performance are tightly linked. For this reason, the Board has determined that staff should have an incentive  
to focus on safety.

The Board has the ability to make an annual award of up to $1,000 worth of shares to all permanent employees in Australia and New Zealand 
(other than Executive Directors) with more than one year of service. Such an award is valued by staff, and for this reason the Board has 
determined that its allocation should be made subject to company-wide targets relating to safety being met during the year.

Shares awarded under the Employee Share Plan must be held for at least three years following the award or until cessation of employment, 
whichever occurs first.

For FY2016, a target was set for 85 per cent of actions to be closed out within 14 days in the Company’s Health Safety and Environment 
Management System by the relevant manager or safety adviser. This target was exceeded (87.3 per cent). As a result, the Company will award  
up to $1,000 worth of shares to approximately 4,800 eligible employees.

The Company will acquire the requisite shares on-market for transfer to employees during late August 2016, subject to compliance with 
applicable regulations.

(1)  At maximum outcomes, 46 per cent of his remuneration is deferred and 73 per cent is at risk.
(2)  The expensing for DSRs awarded under the Retention Plan is recognised from the date of grant because this is the commencement of the service period. This differs from 

expensing of DSRs under Deferred STI arrangements (Section 2.2) where the service period commences at the beginning of the STI performance year.

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Origin’s policy is to deliver equal pay for equal work(1), with a view to attracting and retaining quality staff regardless of gender. Research has 
shown that organisations that make the most of the talents of women are superior performers over time.

Each year, a central review of proposed pay arrangements for the coming 12 months is conducted for all divisions of the Company at all job grade 
levels. If the proposed pay arrangements diverge by plus or minus 1 per cent between males and females at a Business Unit or Company level, 
managers are required to review and revise recommendations to bring any variation within 1 per cent. A more detailed description of gender 
equity is provided in the Company’s Corporate Governance Statement.

While equal work is recognised with equal pay, females are over represented in lower-graded jobs and under-represented in higher-graded jobs. 
The Corporate Governance Statement describes the Company’s initiatives and publicly stated goals that aim to improve the Company’s gender 
distribution profile and increase the proportion of women in senior roles.

3  REMUNERATION OUTCOMES FOR EXECUTIVES REFLECT RETURNS TO SHAREHOLDERS
Aligning the interests of executives and shareholders is integral to Origin’s remuneration policy. This section of the Remuneration Report 
outlines the extent to which that has been achieved.

3.1  Origin’s recent financial outcomes have been challenging and disappointing for shareholders
FY2016 was a challenging year financially for Origin and its shareholders.

More specifically, the collapse in the global oil price from over US$100 per barrel in the prior financial year to $26 per barrel in January 2016, 
before recovering to US$48 per barrel on 30 June 2016 has had a material impact on Origin and its shareholders. As a result, Origin entered the 
2016 Financial Year with an unsustainably high level of debt. Market expectations of returns from Origin’s investment in the Australian Pacific 
LNG project (APLNG) materially reduced, translating into a fall in the Company’s share price of 45 per cent (adjusted for the 2015 rights issue)  
in FY2016.

Table 8 shows Origin’s TSR relative to the S&P/ASX 100 index, noting its recent underperformance relative to prior periods of outperformance. 
Table 9 graphs the fall in Origin’s share price relative to declining oil prices.

Table 8: 10 year TSR versus S&P/ASX 100 (indexed to 100 from 30 June 2007 to 30 June 2016)

300

200

100

0
30 Jun
2007

Origin Total Shareholder Return

Out-performance relative to index

S&P/ASX 100 Index Total Return

Under-performance relative to index

30 Jun
2008

30 Jun
2009

30 Jun
2010

30 Jun
2011

30 Jun
2012

30 Jun
2013

30 Jun
2014

30 Jun
2015

30 Jun
2016

Table 9: 10 year Origin share price (historic prices re-stated for Rights issues) versus Brent Oil crude price

$16

$14

$12

$10

$8

$6

$4

$2
30 Jun
2007

$150

$125

$100

$75

$50

$25

$0

Origin share price AUD

Brent oil price USD

30 Jun
2008

30 Jun
2009

30 Jun
2010

30 Jun
2011

30 Jun
2012

30 Jun
2013

30 Jun
2014

30 Jun
2015

30 Jun
2016

(1)  Equal work is defined by reference to Hay Group’s standard job grades.

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Energy); a $2.5 billion pro-rata capital raising; and ongoing reductions in capital expenditure and operating costs.

These circumstances and Origin’s response to them have driven results for the 2016 financial year.

As can be seen in Table 10, the Company reported a statutory loss of $589 million and an Underlying Profit of $365 million. Non-cash post-tax 
impairments were $515 million of the $954 million Excluded from Underlying Profit. These impairments related to the discontinuation of exiting 
activities ($171 million) and the write down of reserves in certain producing assets ($344 million). The balance comprised fair value and foreign 
exchange movements ($195 million) as well as APLNG related items ($222 million).

Table 10: Ten Year Performance History 

Earnings And Cash Flow
Revenue $m
Revenue $m (without Contact)
Statutory Profit $m
Statutory EPS – basic(1)  
cents per share
Underlying Profit $m
Underlying Profit $m  
(without Contact)
Underlying EPS – basic(1)  
cents per share
Underlying EPS – basic(1)  
cents per share (without Contact)
Net cash from/(used in) operating  
and investing activities (NCOIA)

Total Shareholder Return (TSR)
Share Price 30 June ($)(1)
Dividends (cents)(2)
TSR Index (Table 8)
10 Year TSR %(3) 
Annual TSR %

2007

2008

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

6,436
4,696
457

46.5
370

8,275
5,927
517

50.2
443

8,042
6,245
6,941

673.0
530

8,534
6,817
612

59.3
585

10,344
8,636
186

12,935
10,833
980

14,747
12,728
378

14,518
12,363
530

14,147
11,893
(658)

12,174
11,923
(589)

17.2
673

79.3
893

30.3
760

42.1
713

(52.1)
682

(37.3)
365

270

337

463

523

612

820

674

604

603

354

37.7

43.1

51.4

56.7

62.2

72.3

60.8

56.7

54.0

23.2

27.5

32.8

44.9

50.7

56.5

66.4

53.9

48.0

47.7

22.4

(859)

38

5,418

(2,247)

(3,357)

(804)

127

(1,087)

(2,081)

1,215

8.32
21.0
100.0

13.49
50.0
166.2

12.44
50.0
157.4

12.70
50.0
165.7

13.81
50.0
186.1

10.67
50.0
149.0

11.00
50.0
160.1

12.79
50.0
193.1

10.47
50.0
164.1

38.4

66.2

(5.3)

5.3

12.2

(19.9)

7.4

20.6

(15.0)

5.75
10.0
95.2
31.8
(42.0)

Underlying EBITDA from continuing operations decreased $27 million, reflecting a strong contribution from Energy Markets and maiden 
contribution from the sale of LNG by APLNG, offset by the impact of lower oil prices.

Underlying Profit from continuing operations decreased $249 million primarily due to Origin’s having to recognising an increased share of 
APLNG’s Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortisation (ITDA) ($231 million). This occurred because the sale of natural gas and LNG revenue  
in a low oil price environment was insufficient to offset the increase in ITDA. The higher ITDA also includes, because of the accounting standards, 
a disproportionate share of costs associated with shared infrastructure assets related to Train 1 of LNG export project coming on stream.

Movements in Underlying and Statutory earnings per share reflect lower earnings and the effect of a higher weighted average number of shares 
following the issue of new shares under the Entitlement Offer, completed in October 2015.

A strong operational performance from Energy Markets resulted in an increased contribution of $70 million to $1,330 million. Gross profit 
contributions from the Natural Gas and Electricity businesses were preserved in a market that has changed significantly in the past year. At the 
same time costs were reduced. Energy Market’s net cash from operating and investing activities increased by $522 million to $1,262 million.

A major milestone in the development of Origin was achieved with the commencement of LNG production by APLNG in January 2016. 
Production has ramped up quickly to be above nameplate capacity with to date APLNG shipping 36 cargoes, primarily to its two major customers, 
Sinopec and Kansai.

The maiden contribution from the commencement of LNG production by APLNG has in part offset the impact of lower oil prices on contribution 
from the Integrated Gas business, which decreased by $112 million to $386 million. As the investment in APLNG nears completion and cash flows 
from production begin, cash flow after operating and investing activities has improved by $1,413 million to ($1,605) million.

In building resilience to a lower oil price environment, the Company has made good progress during the year on assets sales and cost reduction.

Action during the year was also taken to reduce exposure to low oil prices through the purchase for FY2017 of put options over 15 million 
barrels of oil at prices of US$40 per barrel and A$55 per barrel.

As a result of actions taken to reduce debt and to strongly improve operational performance, importantly from a shareholder’s perspective,  
net cash from operating and investing activities has improved by $3,296 million to $1,215 million. As a consequence of this improvement and  
the equity raising, Origin’s adjusted net debt decreased by $3,971 million to $9,131 million at year end.

(1)  EPS and Share Price have been restated for the bonus element of the Rights Issues completed in April 2011 and October 2015.
(2) 
(3)  The 10 year TSR% includes the full period of FY2007 and represents the period from 30 June 2006 to 30 June 2016.

Includes additional dividend paid in November 2008.

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Origin is committed to aligning outcomes for shareholders with those of Executives.

As a consequence, NEDs – with the support of management – have exercised discretion in relation to both STI and LTI in the past two years.

In FY2015, after the publication of the Remuneration Report, but before the Annual General Meeting and in response to the declining share 
price and the decision to proceed with the rights issue, Mr King and Ms Moses agreed to forego their Deferred STI as well as the proposed LTI 
awards (see Tables 11 and 13 for the reported and revised outcomes for FY2015).

Outcomes in relation to STI, LTI and overall remuneration are outlined in the following sections.

3.2.1  STI outcomes
For FY2016, with the Managing Director’s agreement, the Board exercised discretion in relation to his STI payment, reducing it to zero. 
Downward discretion has also been exercised in relation to some, but not all, KMP reflecting their relative performance and that of their business. 
These outcomes can be seen in Table 11.

Table 11 also summarises the STI award in terms of the cash element and the deferred component. For FY2016, the period over which deferred 
rights vest is two, three and four years (versus one, two and three years in 2015), thereby creating additional alignment with returns to 
shareholders.

Table 11: STI awarded for FY2015 and FY2016 ($)

Name

Executive Director – current
G King(5)

2016
revised 2015
reported 2015

Other Executive KMP – current
D Baldwin

F Calabria

G Mallett(6)

2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015

Executive Director – former
K Moses(5,7)

2016
revised 2015
reported  2015

Total

2016
revised 2015
reported 2015

Fixed(1) 
Remuneration(1)

STI maximum 
(% of Fixed 
Remuneration)

STI award  
(% of 
maximum(2))

STI cash(3)

STI deferred(4,5)

STI total(5)

150
150
150

130
130
130
130
75
–

135
135
135

2,500,000
2,500,000
2,500,000

1,150,000
1,150,000
1,086,000
1,086,000
86,733
–

1,202,434
1,371,000
1,371,000

6,025,167
6,107,000
6,107,000

0
36
53

55
71
69
79
70
–

22
43
64

0
1,333,333
1,333,333

546,667
709,333
649,428
745,333
25,994
–

238,069
788,667
788,667

1,460,158
3,576,666
3,576,666

0
0
666,667

273,333
354,667
324,714
372,667
12,997
–

119,034
0
394,333

730,078
727,334
1,788,334

0
1,333,333
2,000,000

820,000
1,064,000
974,142
1,118,000
38,991
–

357,103
788,667
1,183,000

2,190,236
4,304,000
5,365,000

STI decisions were made having regard to corporate, business unit and individual performance targets. Table 12 outlines the benchmark 
corporate financial, safety and engagement targets against which discretion was exercised. Additional operational targets were set for the  
Chief Executives of the two operating Business Units as well as their having personal performance targets.

This Table (and Tables 13, 15 and 16) exclude former Other Executive KMPs P Zealand and D Barnes. P Zealand ceased being KMP on 30 April 2015 and had no KMP remuneration  
for FY2016. D Barnes ceased being KMP on 10 August 2015, and during the period 1 July 2015 to 10 August 2015 received $93,791 in Fixed Remuneration; no incentive awards 
were attributable to this period and no Origin equity was granted in relation to FY2015 or FY2016.
(1)  Fixed Remuneration here represents the actual Fixed Remuneration taken home during the period. It does not include Contact Energy Board fees earned by G King, K Moses and 
D Baldwin (these are detailed in Table 24). For D Baldwin in FY2015 the Remuneration shown is the reference for STI calculation which was the annualised Fixed Remuneration for 
the role to which he was appointed during the year.

(2)  Where the actual STI payment is less than maximum potential, the difference is foregone.
(3)  STI cash represents two-thirds of the STI awarded in respect of the relevant year, the balance is STI deferred.
(4)  STI deferred represents one-third of the STI awarded in respect of the relevant year, the balance is STI cash. This component is awarded in DSRs that will vest in three equal 

tranches after two, three and four years (for FY2016) and after one, two and three years (FY2015). The grant of equity relating to the FY2016 Deferred STI allocation for G King 
will be subject to shareholder approval to be obtained at the 2016 Annual General Meeting (AGM).

(5)  FY2015 Deferred STI allocations (and the STI Awarded per cent of maximum) for G King and K Moses have been re-stated because the equity grant that was proposed to be put  

to shareholders at the 2015 AGM was withdrawn prior to the AGM and no STI deferred equity grants were made.

(6)  As Acting CFO, G Mallett was appointed to KMP on 16 May 2016. FY2016 STI amounts are pro-rated for the period 16 May to 30 June 2016. The calculation of STI is based  

on annual Fixed Remuneration of $590,000 and excludes an Acting allowance that is included in the pro-rated Fixed Remuneration in this Table.

(7)  K Moses ceased being KMP on 16 May 2016. FY2016 STI amounts are pro-rated for the period 1 July 2015 to 16 May 2016.

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Underlying EPS – basic cents per share(1)
Group OCAT Ratio %(2)
Net cash from/(used in) operating and investing activities (NCOIA)
Corporate STI Financial Performance Metric Outcome (%)(2)

Origin safety metric (TRIFR(3))
Origin safety metric (SIFR(3))

Origin safety metric outcome (%)

Origin engagement metric (score)

Origin engagement metric outcome (%)

2015
54.0
8.4
(2,081)
65.3
3.8
–
100.0
52
60.0

2016
23.2
–
1,215
76.3
4.2
0.3
20.0
53
20.0

The financial metrics were finalised after, and taking into account, the rights issue and reflected the increased emphasis on cash generation 
following the fall in the oil price. Against those targets, a 76.3 percent target was achieved. Origin’s total recordable injury frequency rate (TRIFR) 
was set against the backdrop of the prior year’s performance. The outcome fell below a year-on-year reduction, with no award being made. The 
Serious Injury Frequency rate (SIFR), which was introduced as a second target in FY2016, was significantly better than target. Taken together,  
the combined measures yielded an overall 20 per cent outcome for the safety metric. The Employee engagement measure, set annually, aimed 
for a significant improvement. Against the backdrop of a major redundancy program, the marginally improved FY2016 result versus the prior year 
resulted in a 20 percent outcome. These results were measured in May 2016 through an annual voluntary employee survey conducted externally 
by AON Hewitt using its methodology.
In exercising its discretion, the Board took into account these results; the remuneration outcomes for comparably sized companies; and the impact 
of Impairments on the statutory results. Due regard was also had to the decline in share price experienced by shareholders, the worst of which 
occurred prior to last year’s Annual General Meeting and after the revised remuneration decisions were made in relation to Mr King and Ms Moses.

3.2.2  LTI outcomes
Discretion has also been exercised by the Board over the past two years in relation to LTI, as can be seen in Table 13, which shows the actual  
LTI allocations (conditional pay) made during the period relative to the Target Values defined in Section 2.3. 
More specifically, Mr King and Ms Moses received no LTI allocation under the revised remuneration arrangements announced prior to the 
FY2015 Annual General Meeting. Ms Moses, who has announced her intention to retire to pursue a career as a NED, has also not received  
an LTI allocation for FY2016.

Table 13: LTI awarded for FY2015 and FY2016 ($)

Name

Executive Director – current
G King(6,7)

Other Executive KMP – current
D Baldwin

F Calabria

G Mallett(8)

Executive Director – former
K Moses(7,9)

Total

Fixed(1) 
Remuneration(4)

LTI opportunity 
(as % of Fixed 
Remuneration)

LTI award(2)  
(as% of(2) 
opportunity)(5)

2016
revised 2015
reported 2015

2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015

2016
revised 2015
reported 2015

2016
revised 2015
reported 2015

2,500,000
2,500,000
2,500,000

1,150,000
1,150,000
1,086,000
1,086,000
86,733
–

1,202,434
1,371,000
1,371,000

6,025,167
6,107,000
6,107,000

120
120
120

80
80
70
70
40
–

85
85
85

45
0
83

83
100
100
100
100
–

0
0
100

LTI allocation

1,350,000
0
2,500,000

760,000
920,000
760,000
760,000
29,665
–

0
0
1,165,350

2,899,665
1,680,000
5,345,350

(1)  Re-stated for Rights Issue in October 2015.
(2)  For FY2015 the two performance indicators Underlying EPS and OCAT Ratio were combined in equal weights to form the Group STI Financial Performance Metric (see Table 2). 

For FY2016 NCOIA replaced the OCAT Ratio component.

(3)  Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate (TRIFR), a standard industry measure of recordable injuries per million work hours. In FY2015 TRIFR was the sole safety measure; in 

FY2016 a gateway of Serious Injury Frequency Rate (SIFR) was added.

(4)  Fixed Remuneration here represents the actual Fixed Remuneration taken home during the period. It does not include Contact Energy Board fees earned by G King, K Moses  
and D Baldwin (these are detailed in Table 24). For D Baldwin in FY2015 the Remuneration shown is the reference for LTI calculation which was the annualised amount for the  
role to which he was appointed during the year.

(5)  The FY2016 LTI award allocation is subject to performance hurdles over five years for Options and four years for PSRs (FY2015: four years in both cases) and may vest (partially  

or fully) or lapse in a future period.

(6)  The grant of equity relating to the FY2016 LTI allocation for G King will be subject to shareholder approval to be obtained at the 2016 AGM.
(7)  FY2015 LTI allocation (and LTI allocated as a per cent of opportunity) has been re-stated for G King and K Moses because the equity grant that was proposed to be put to 

shareholders at the 2015 AGM was withdrawn prior to the AGM and no equity grants were made.

(8)  G Mallett was appointed KMP on 16 May 2016. The FY2016 LTI allocation has been pro-rated for the period 16 May to 30 June 2016. The calculation of the LTI allocation 

excludes an Acting allowance that is included in Fixed Remuneration.

(9)  K Moses ceased being KMP on 16 May 2016. No LTI allocation was made in respect of either FY2015 or FY2016.

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REMUNERATION REPORTORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016LTI allocations are subject to meeting performance conditions over periods of four years (PSRs) and five years (Options). If those performance 
conditions are not met, the awards will be forfeited without having generated any value to the executive. The equity grant relating to the FY2016 
allocation for the Managing Director will be subject to shareholder approval.

In other words, Directors consider it is appropriate for the Managing Director and other KMP members to receive an LTI award for FY2016 
because they will only vest over five and four years if both the returns to shareholders outperform comparable sized companies (TSR vesting 
condition for Options) and if the returns on funds employed significantly improve and exceed Origin’s weighted average cost of capital (ROCE 
vesting condition on PSRs).

The alignment of LTI awards with the interests of shareholders has been powerfully demonstrated over the past four years, where no vesting  
has occurred. This can be seen in Table 14.

Table 14: Four Year LTI Performance History 

Vesting period TSR(1) (CAGR % pa)
LTI Vesting %(2)

2013
0.4
0

2014
3.9
0

2015
(3.1)
0

2016
(10.6)
0

3.2.3  Overall remuneration outcomes
Directors consider that the overall pay outcomes for FY2015 and FY2016 are aligned with the interests of shareholders.

Table 15 shows that even though the total allocation is slightly higher in FY2016 for the Managing Director, the cash component has decreased 
by 35 percent from the FY2015 revised amount. LTI payments will only be made if the vesting conditions are met and shareholders do well.

Table 15: Total pay awarded for the year ($)

Name
Executive Director – current
G King(7)

2016
revised 2015
reported 2015

Other Executive KMP – current
D Baldwin

F Calabria

G Mallett(8)

2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015

Executive Director – former
K Moses(6,9)

Total

2016
revised 2015
reported 2015
2016
revised 2015
reported 2015

Fixed(3) 
 Remuneration(3)

STI cash(4)

Total cash 
remuneration

Conditional pay

STI deferred(5)

LTI allocation(6)

Total cash and 
conditional pay

2,500,000
2,500,000
2,500,000

1,150,000
1,078,833
1,086,000
1,086,000
86,733
–

1,202,434
1,371,000
1,371,000
6,025,167
6,035,833
6,035,833

0
1,333,333
1,333,333

546,667
709,333
649,428
745,333
25,994
–

238,069
788,667
788,667
1,460,158
3,576,666
3,576,666

2,500,000
3,833,333
3,833,333

1,696,667
1,788,166
1,735,428
1,831,333
112,727
–

1,440,503
2,159,667
2,159,667
7,485,325
9,612,499
9,612,499

0
0
666,667

273,333
354,667
324,714
372,667
12,997
–

119,034
0
394,333
730,078
727,334
1,788,334

1,350,000
0
2,500,000

760,000
920,000
760,000
760,000
29,665
–

0
0
1,165,350
2,899,665
1,680,000
5,345,350

3,850,000
3,833,333
7,000,000

2,730,000
3,062,833
2,820,142
2,964,000
155,389
–

1,559,537
2,159,667
3,719,350
11,115,068
12,019,833
16,746,183

More specifically, the way such alignment occurs can be seen in Table 16 which summarises the actual pay received by KMP in FY2015 and 2016 
as well as the impact of LTI from prior years that did not meet vesting conditions. Details in this table supplement the statutory requirements  
in Appendix 3. Unlike the statutory table in Appendix 3, which represents remuneration outcomes prepared in accordance with Australian 
Accounting Standards (AAS), this table shows the actual remuneration value received by executives.

(1)  The period most representative of the vesting cycle for LTI awards that were tested during the periods was four years. Accordingly the TSR data shown here is a 4-year rolling 

CAGR measured at each 30 June.

(2)  The LTI vesting represents the level of LTI vesting achieved as a proportion of LTI tested during the period.
(3)  Fixed Remuneration here represents the actual Fixed Remuneration taken home during the period. It does not include Contact Energy Board fees earned by G King, K Moses and 

D Baldwin (these are detailed in Table 24). For D Baldwin, the FY2015 amount is made up of 7 months at $1,028,000pa and 5 months in the changed role of CEO Integrated Gas 
at $1,150,000pa.

(4)  STI cash represents two-thirds of the STI awarded in respect of the relevant year, the balance is STI deferred.
(5)  STI deferred represents one-third of the STI awarded in respect of the relevant year, the balance is STI cash. This component is awarded in DSRs that will vest in three equal 

tranches after two, three and four years (for FY2016) and after one, two and three years (FY2015). The grant of equity relating to the FY2016 Deferred STI allocation for G King 
will be subject to shareholder approval to be obtained at the 2016 Annual General Meeting (AGM).

(6)  The FY2016 LTI award allocation is subject to performance hurdles over five years for Options and four years for PSRs (FY2015: four years in both cases) and may vest (partially  

or fully) or lapse in a future period. The grant of equity relating to the FY2016 LTI allocations for G King will be subject to shareholder approval to be obtained at the 2016 AGM.
(7)  FY2015 Deferred STI and Deferred LTI allocations have been re-stated because the equity that was proposed to be put to shareholders at the 2015 AGM was withdrawn prior  

to the AGM. Accordingly no equity grants were made in relation to FY2015 for G King or for K Moses.

(8)  G Mallett was appointed KMP on 16 May 2016. FY2016 amounts are pro-rated for the period 16 May to 30 June 2016.
(9)  K Moses ceased being KMP on 16 May 2016. FY2016 amounts are pro-rated for the period 1 July 2015 to 16 May 2016.

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Name

Executive Director – current
G King

Other Executive KMP – current
D Baldwin

F Calabria

G Mallett(7)

Executive Director – former
K Moses(8)

Total

Fixed(1) 
Remuneration(1)  
cash(1)

STI(2)  
cash(2)

Deferred(3  
STI(3) 
 vested(3)

LTI(4)  
vested(4)

Total(5) 
 Received(5)

Equity(6)  
Forfeited(6)

Implicit(5) 
 Outcome(5)

2016
2015

2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015

2016
2015

2016
2015

2,500,000
2,500,000

0
1,333,333

1,150,000
1,078,833
1,086,000
1,086,000
86,733
–

546,667
709,333
649,428
745,333
25,994
–

94,673
0

56,394
0
46,354
0
0
–

1,202,434
1,371,000

6,025,167
6,035,833

238,069
788,667

1,460,158
3,576,666

57,933
0

255,354
0

0
0

0
0
0
0
0
–

0
0

0
0

2,594,673
3,833,333

(4,889,809)
(2,532,060)

(2,295,136)
1,301,273

1,753,061
1,788,166
1,781,782
1,831,333
112,727
–

(1,403,286)
(858,438)
(1,346,788)
(818,860)
0
–

349,775
929,728
434,994
1,012,473
112,727
–

1,498,436
2,159,667

(1,940,395)
(982,540)

(441,959)
1,177,127

7,740,679 (9,580,278)
9,612,499 (5,191,898)

(1,839,599)
4,420,601

During the year the first tranche of Deferred STI (awarded for FY2014) vested, while over $9 million of previously reported statutory 
remuneration was forfeited. During the last 3 years the Managing Director has forfeited more than $9.5m of LTI equity that was previously 
reported as statutory remuneration.

The potential for future vesting of existing Options and PSRs (from prior LTI awards) will depend on Origin’s TSR performance through to the 
end of the relevant performance period. However, based on performance to date it is unlikely that Executives will see any vesting of prior LTI 
awards for at least the next three years.

4 

 APPROPRIATE GOVERNANCE AND REMUNERATION ARRANGEMENTS FOR NEDs  
HAVE ENSURED A STRONG FOCUS ON SHAREHOLDERS’ INTERESTS

Effective governance is central to Origin’s remuneration approach. It is achieved through a clear definition of responsibilities, appropriate 
composition of the Board Remuneration Committee, and adherence to processes that ensure independent decision-making. It is also supported 
by appropriate remuneration arrangements for NEDs.

4.1  Governance responsibilities are clearly defined
The full Board has oversight of Origin’s remuneration arrangements. It is accountable for executive and NEDs remuneration and the policies and 
process governing both.

The Board Remuneration Committee, through its Chairman, reports to the full Board and advises on these matters. The Committee is comprised 
of a minimum of three members who must be NEDs. All current members of the Committee, including its Chairman, are independent. There is a 
standing invitation to all Board members to attend the Committee’s meetings.

The main responsibilities of the Board and Remuneration Committee are described in Table 17.

(1)  Fixed Remuneration here represents the actual Fixed Remuneration taken home during the period. It does not include Contact Energy Board fees earned by G King, K Moses  

and D Baldwin (these are detailed in Table 24).

(2)  STI cash represents two-thirds of the STI awarded in respect of the relevant year, the balance deferred.
(3)  Deferred STI vested represents one-third of the component of the 2014 STI award that was deferred. This tranche vested in October 2015, with the remaining two tranches 

deferred until October 2016 and October 2017 respectively. The vested value is calculated as the number of vested securities multiplied by the closing price of Origin ordinary 
shares on the day they vested.

(4)  LTI vested represents prior year Origin LTI awards vesting wholly or partially during the year. None vested during FY2016. The table does not include vesting for Contact Energy 

LTI awarded in respect of D Baldwin’s prior employment with that company (FY2015 nil, FY2016 $498,886).

(5)  The total is the sum of Fixed Remuneration cash, STI cash, Deferred STI vested, LTI vested less Equity Awards Forfeited.
(6)  Equity Forfeited includes any prior year Origin equity allocations that were forfeited during the year (i.e. the relevant grants realised no benefit). For FY2016 this represents 

Options and PSRs that were granted in 2010, and PSRs that were granted in 2012. The table does not include D Baldwin’s Contact Energy equity forfeits that related to prior 
employment with Contact Energy Ltd (FY2015 nil, FY2016 $269,175). The forfeited value represents the grant date value that was disclosed and attributed to remuneration  
at the time of the grant. See Table 26.

(7)  G Mallett was appointed KMP on 16 May 2016. FY2016 amounts are pro-rated for the period 16 May to 30 June 2016.
(8)  K Moses ceased being KMP on 16 May 2016. FY2016 amounts are pro-rated for the period 1 July 2015 to 16 May 2016.

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Executive 
Remuneration 
Structure

Approved by the Board  
(on recommendation of the Remuneration Committee)
 — The remuneration strategy, policy and structure and 

compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

 — Levels of delegated responsibility to the  

Remuneration Committee and management for 
remuneration-related decisions

Approved by the Remuneration Committee
 — Identification of the employee population that  

receives deferred at-risk remuneration
 — Remuneration recommendations in relation  
to non-KMP and non-EMT employees

 — Specific remuneration related matters as delegated  

 — Individual remuneration for KMP and other members 

by the Board

of the EMT

 — Allocations made under all equity based  

remuneration plans

Non-executive 
Director 
Remuneration

 — The Remuneration structure for NEDs
 — Remuneration for NED fees (subject to the maximum 
aggregate amount being approved by shareholders)

4.2  The Remuneration Committee is composed of NEDs with an appropriate level of independence and expertise
The Board Remuneration Committee is comprised of four independent NEDs, as shown in Table 18. Each Director has remuneration experience 
either as a member of board remuneration committees at other major companies or in their prior role as an executive.

Table 18: Remuneration Committee FY2016

Role

Status

Other Origin Committees

Members – current
H Nugent (Chairman)
G Cairns

S Perkins 
(from 1 September 2015)
S Sargent

Independent NED
Independent NED; 
Chairman of the Board
Independent NED

Independent NED

Member – former
R Norris 
(until 16 September 2015)

NED

The Committee met four times during FY2016.

Audit; Risk; Nomination
Audit; Health, Safety & Environment; Risk; Nomination 
(Chairman)

Audit

Health, Safety & Environment; Origin Foundation 
(Chairman)

4.3  Board and Remuneration Committee processes ensure independence
The Remuneration Committee operates under a Charter published on the Company’s website at www.originenergy.com.au. In particular, the 
Charter identifies the processes for dealing with conflicts of interest. The Charter and all associated processes are followed assiduously by the 
Board and Remuneration Committee.

The Committee has established protocols for engaging and dealing with external advisors, including those defined as Remuneration Consultants 
for the purpose of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). The protocols require engagement by the Committee; instruction by the Chairman of the 
Committee, delivery of reports direct to the Committee through its Chairman, and a prohibition on communication with Company management 
except as authorised by the Chairman and limited to the provision or validation of factual and policy data. The advisor must furnish a statement 
confirming the absence of any undue influence from management.
In 2015 the Committee appointed Pay Governance under the protocols(1) to assist with examining its remuneration structure. Given the 
comprehensive nature of that review the Committee did not appoint an advisor during FY2016.

Table 19 summarises the sources of general remuneration benchmarking data used during FY2016.

Table 19: Sources of Remuneration Data, FY2016

Advisor/ Consultant FY2016

AON Hewitt
Ernst & Young

Hay Group

Mercer Consulting

KMP benchmarking and market data 
used by Committee to formulate its 
own recommendations to Board
No
No

Remuneration Consultant for the 
purposes of the Corporations Act
No
No

No

No

No

No

Comments
General role benchmarking
General role benchmarking
Hay PayNet® database access  
to remuneration survey data
General role benchmarking,  
fair valuation of equity  
instruments, actuarial assessment  
of superannuation

Analysis of companies that were of a similar size was undertaken internally during 2016.

(1)  Pay Governance did not act as a Remuneration Consultant for the purposes of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).

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REMUNERATION REPORTREMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 20164.4  Origin’s remuneration approach is to ensure NEDs are remunerated in ways that maintain their independence
Appropriate remuneration for NEDs is achieved by:

 — Setting Board and Committee fees taking into account market rates for relevant Australian organisations for the time commitment and 

responsibilities involved; and 

 — Delivering those fees in a form that is not contingent on Origin’s performance.

As a result, remuneration arrangements for NEDs are different from those in place for Executives. NED remuneration is not performance-based 
or dependent on the Company’s results. Fees are fixed to allow for independent and objective assessment of executive and Company performance.

No Executive KMP is remunerated for acting as a Director of Origin. Prior to the sale of Origin’s interest in Contact Energy in August 2015,  
G King, K Moses and D Baldwin were, however, remunerated for serving as directors of its Board (as shown in Table 24).

4.5  NED fees have not been increased and are within the aggregate cap
Board and Committee fees are reviewed regularly having regard to the level of fees paid to NEDs at Australian companies of comparable size  
and complexity. This approach reflects the responsibilities and time commitment necessary for the role.

Per diem fees may also be paid on occasions where approved special work is undertaken outside of the expected commitments. None were paid 
during FY2016.

The Board has determined that no increase be made to NED fees for FY2017. NED fees have remained unchanged since FY2013, apart from the 
introduction of fees for the Risk Committee which were introduced in FY2016. This decision has been taken recognising the returns to 
shareholders in recent years.

The Origin Chairman receives a single fee that is inclusive of Committee activities, while other NEDs receive a base Board fee and separate fees 
for their role on specific Committees, other than the Nomination Committee, which is considered within the base fee. All fees are inclusive of 
superannuation contributions.

The aggregate cap for NED remuneration ($2,700,000) was last approved by shareholders at the 2010 Annual General Meeting. The Board does 
not propose a change to this cap for FY2017.

Table 20 shows the structure and level of NED fees for FY2016 and for those proposed for FY2017:

Table 20: Non-executive Directors’ Fee Structure ($)

Fees

Board fees
Chairman (inclusive of all Committee work)
NED base fee

Committee fees (except for the Chairman of the Board)
Audit
Chairman 
Member

Remuneration
Chairman 
Member

Health, Safety & Environment
Chairman 
Member

Risk
Chairman 
Member

Nomination
Chairman & members

FY2016

FY2017

677,000
196,000

677,000
196,000

57,000
29,000

47,000
21,000

42,000
21,000

42,000
21,000

57,000
29,000

47,000
21,000

42,000
21,000

42,000
21,000

–

–

4.6  NEDs are required to acquire and hold shares in the Company
To more closely align the interests of the Board and shareholders, NEDs are required to hold a minimum of 20,000 shares in the Company within 
three years of appointment.

Details on the Directors’ holdings in shares are set out in Table 29.

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Appendix 1: KMP
KMP include Executive Directors and executives with authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities of Origin 
Energy and its controlled entities (together making Executive KMP) and NEDs. NEDs are required by the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) to be included 
as KMP for the purpose of disclosure in the Remuneration Report. However, Origin’s NEDs do not consider themselves to be part of ‘management’.

Table 21: Key Management Personnel, FY2016

Notes

NEDs – current
J Akehurst
G Cairns
M Brenner
B Morgan
H Nugent
S Perkins
S Sargent

Executive Director – current
G King

Other Executive KMP – current
D Baldwin
F Calabria
G Mallett

NEDs – former
R Norris

Executive Director – former
K Moses

Independent
Independent Chairman
Independent
Independent
Independent
Independent
Independent

Managing Director

Joined the Board 1 September 2015
Joined the Board 29 May 2015

Chief Executive Officer, Integrated Gas
Chief Executive Officer, Energy Markets
Acting Chief Financial Officer

Appointed to KMP role on 16 May 2016

Independent

Retired 16 September 2015

Executive Director, Finance & Strategy

Other Executive KMP – former
D Barnes

Chief Executive Officer, Contact Energy

Stepped down from the Board on 21 October 2015,  
and from the KMP role of Executive Director, Finance  
& Strategy on 16 May 2016

Ceased to be KMP following the sale of Origin’s interests  
in Contact Energy on 10 August 2015

Except as otherwise noted, the remuneration and other related party disclosures included in the Remuneration Report have been prepared  
in accordance with the requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and in compliance with AASB 124 Related Party Disclosures. For the 
purpose of these disclosures, all individuals listed above have been determined to be KMP, as defined by AASB 124 Related Party Disclosures.

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REMUNERATION REPORTREMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Appendix 2: Contractual Arrangements for Executive KMP
The table below sets out the main terms and conditions of the employment contracts of the Managing Director and Executive KMP (excluding 
NEDs) as at 30 June 2016.

As noted in Section 2, the contractual terms were determined with reference to the size and complexity of the job roles, benchmarked against 
the external market. They reflect the principles of reward for performance and alignment with the interests of shareholders.

Table 22: Contractual Details for Executive KMP

Role

Managing 
Director

Other 
Executive 
KMP(1) 

Contract Expiry Notice Period
Ongoing  
(no fixed term)

 — 12 months by either  

party or shorter notice  
by agreement

 — Immediate for misconduct, 

breach of contract  
or bankruptcy

Ongoing  
(no fixed term)

 — Up to 3 months  

by either party

 — Immediate for misconduct, 

breach of contract  
or bankruptcy

Termination Payments 
(subject to termination benefits legislation)
 — Statutory entitlements only for termination with cause
 — In the event of termination other than for cause, or by the Managing 
Director giving 12 months notice, an STI can be paid that reflects the 
extent of achievement against the objectives set for the year having 
regard to the part of the year that has elapsed prior to termination.  
In such a case, the STI payment will be made in cash.

 — DSRs, Options and/or PSRs lapse on termination other than in cases 
of death, disability, bona fide redundancy or genuine retirement.

 — Statutory entitlements only for termination with cause
 — Payment in lieu of notice at Company discretion
 — For Company termination “without cause” pro rata earned STI is payable
 — For Company termination “without cause” payment equivalent  
to 3 weeks’ Fixed Remuneration per year of service capped  
at 74 weeks; a minimum may also apply (generally 18-22 weeks)
 — DSRs, Options and/or PSRs lapse on termination other than in cases  
of death, disability, bona fide redundancy or genuine retirement.

Details regarding the Managing Director’s remuneration arrangements are provided in earlier sections of this Report but are included in the 
summary below for completeness.

Table 23: Managing Director’s Remuneration

Element

Fixed Remuneration

STI

LTI

FY2016 details
$2,500,000
No change for FY2017
At-Target: 90% of Fixed Remuneration
Maximum 150% of Fixed Remuneration
80% of the outcome determined by Group financial, safety and engagement metrics, 20% by individual measures
Target Value Allocation: 120% of Fixed Remuneration
LTI awarded half (by allocation value) as Options and half as PSRs
Options have a relative TSR hurdle and five year vesting; PSRs have a ROCE hurdle and four year vesting

The Managing Director maintains a substantial shareholding in the Company as reflected in Table 29 of this Report (and equivalent tables in prior 
Reports). At 30 June 2016 the value of his shareholding was the equivalent of approximately 3.6 times his Fixed Remuneration (Section 2.4).

(1)  The table includes arrangements agreed prior to amendments to the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) regarding termination payments which came into effect on 24 November 2009. 
The amended provisions apply to KMP contract variations, and to KMP appointments after that date. Entitlements under pre existing contracts are generally not subject to the 
amended legislative provisions.

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Table 24: Remuneration Table for FY2015 and FY2016 ($ except where otherwise indicated)

Short-term benefits

Post-employment 
benefits

Accounting value of long-term benefits

Base salary/fees

Contact Energy(1) 
 Fees(1)

Cash STI(2)

Non-monetary(3) 
benefits(3)

Superannuation

Deferred STI(4)

LTI (Options(5) 

& PSRs)(5)

Movement in 

accrued leave

Termination 

Benefits

Total  

Remuneration  

% of Remuneration 

Remuneration

“At Risk”

that is share based

Executive Director – current
G King

Other Executive KMP
D Baldwin(6)

F Calabria

G Mallett(7)

Executive Director – former
K Moses(8)

Other Executive KMP – former
D Barnes(9)

P Zealand(10)

Non-executive Directors – current
J Akehurst

M Brenner

G Cairns

B Morgan

H Nugent

S Perkins(11)

S Sargent(12)

Non-executive Directors – former
B Beeren(13)

R Norris(14)

Totals(15)

2016
2015

2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015

2016
2015

2016
2015
2016
2015

2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015

2016
2015
2016
2015

2016
2015

2,478,168
2,478,696

1,118,480
1,047,841
1,046,655
1,047,183
84,327
–

1,169,595
1,336,203

89,094
831,966
–
605,581

239,679
219,207
247,680
206,208
657,680
658,208
275,679
255,207
273,680
253,208
188,900
–
218,679
19,137

–
61,042
56,670
238,503

8,144,966
9,258,190

22,389
213,417

14,602
139,185
–
–
–
–

14,650
139,649

–
–
–
–

–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

–
157,743
–
–

51,641
649,994

0
1,333,333

546,667
709,333
649,428
745,333
25,994
–

238,069
788,667

–
261,339
–
379,792

–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

–
–
–
–

53,597
59,364

32,867
41,740
33,284
22,108
2,722
–

34,367
34,337

29
4,072
–
40,842

180
7,210
180
187
33,406
187
10,983
187
180
187
180
–
180
16

–
61
38
187

1,460,158
4,217,797

202,193
210,685

21,832
21,304

19,320
18,792
27,144
26,616
3,184
–

30,030
34,797

4,697
29,650
–
29,165

19,320
18,792
19,320
18,792
19,320
18,792
19,320
18,792
19,320
18,792
16,100
–
19,320
1,641

–
5,787
4,830
18,792

243,057
280,504

(1)  G King, D Baldwin, and K Moses were the Company’s nominees on the Board of Contact Energy, and resigned as directors on 10 August 2015 on completion of the sale of the 

Company’s interest in Contact. FY2016 Contact Energy fees relate to the period 1 July 2015 to 10 August 2015. FY2016 remuneration is converted to Australian dollars using  
an exchange rate of $1.1166 for the period 1 July 2015 to 10 August 2015 (FY2015 – $1.0777).

(2)  Cash STI in respect of the relevant reporting period represents two-thirds of STI award. The Cash STI is granted for the respective year ended 30 June, determined following the 

close of the respective financial year and paid during September.

(3)  Non-monetary benefits include insurance premiums and fringe benefits such as car parking and expenses associated with travel.
(4)  The Deferred STI represents the accounting value of equity to be granted for the current year in addition to grants made in this and prior periods. It relates to the balance 

(one-third) of the STI award that was made for the relevant year as referred to in Note 2 above. The valuation uses a discounted cash flow methodology that recognises that 
dividends are not paid on DSRs. Deferred STI in respect of the current year will be granted as DSRs in the following financial year. The expense is recognised beginning on 1 July  
of the financial year to which the STI award relates. In following reporting periods the accumulated expense is adjusted for the number of instruments then expected to vest.  
The share based expense for Deferred STI for FY2015 for G King and for K Moses included intended equity grants that were proposed to shareholders but were subsequently 
withdrawn prior to the 2015 Annual General Meeting. As no equity was granted, the expense attributable to the intended grant has been reversed in the FY2016 expense 
($214,321 for G King and $126,722 for K Moses).

(5)  The LTI value for Options and PSRs represents the accounting value of equity granted in relation to prior periods that is attributable to the relevant reporting period. All LTI equity 
granted in prior periods is subject to market-based performance hurdles, accordingly the accounting fair value is determined using a Monte Carlo simulation methodology that 
takes into account market hurdles, and is allocated to each reporting period from the date of grant and spread evenly over the service period. Commencing in FY2017 LTI grants 
will include non-market hurdles with different methodology for allocating the share based remuneration expense.

(6)  The accounting value of LTI for D Baldwin includes equity issued by Contact Energy in relation to his earlier employment by Contact Energy prior to 1 April 2011.

50

(71,677)

422,622

249,188

222,651

254,243

209,092

12,248

–

113,763

254,238

43,000

125,084

1,304,780

1,989,402

705,161

736,054

491,259

567,174

18,390

–

565,359

907,082

172,697

726,035

66,468

355,821

10,804

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

62,515

62,500

160,438

30,282

27,178

38,415

1,814

–

34,320

55,286

1,537

26,654

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

Totals

% of Total 

32%

57%

53%

57%

55%

57%

38%

–

42%

55%

69%

55%

–

54%

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

3,871,604

6,580,638

2,846,723

2,945,878

2,529,191

2,655,921

148,679

–

2,200,153

3,550,259

311,054

2,004,800

–

1,488,473

259,179

245,209

267,180

225,187

710,406

677,187

305,982

274,186

293,180

272,187

205,180

238,179

20,794

–

–

224,633

61,538

257,482

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

32%

37%

34%

33%

29%

29%

21%

–

31%

33%

69%

42%

–

28%

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

600,765

1,300,155

3,257,646

5,281,568

287,802

223,941

14,248,228

21,422,834

REMUNERATION REPORTREMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Appendix 3: Statutory Remuneration Disclosures

Table 24: Remuneration Table for FY2015 and FY2016 ($ except where otherwise indicated)

Executive Director – current

G King

Other Executive KMP

D Baldwin(6)

Executive Director – former

K Moses(8)

Other Executive KMP – former

Non-executive Directors – current

F Calabria

G Mallett(7)

D Barnes(9)

P Zealand(10)

J Akehurst

M Brenner

G Cairns

B Morgan

H Nugent

S Perkins(11)

S Sargent(12)

B Beeren(13)

R Norris(14)

Totals(15)

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2,478,168

2,478,696

1,118,480

1,047,841

1,046,655

1,047,183

84,327

–

1,169,595

1,336,203

89,094

831,966

–

605,581

239,679

219,207

247,680

206,208

657,680

658,208

275,679

255,207

273,680

253,208

188,900

218,679

19,137

–

–

61,042

56,670

238,503

8,144,966

9,258,190

Non-executive Directors – former

157,743

14,650

139,649

238,069

788,667

22,389

213,417

14,602

139,185

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

0

1,333,333

546,667

709,333

649,428

745,333

25,994

261,339

379,792

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

53,597

59,364

32,867

41,740

33,284

22,108

2,722

–

34,367

34,337

29

4,072

–

40,842

180

7,210

180

187

33,406

187

10,983

187

180

187

180

–

180

16

–

61

38

187

21,832

21,304

19,320

18,792

27,144

26,616

3,184

–

30,030

34,797

4,697

29,650

–

29,165

19,320

18,792

19,320

18,792

19,320

18,792

19,320

18,792

19,320

18,792

16,100

–

19,320

1,641

–

5,787

4,830

18,792

243,057

280,504

Short-term benefits

Post-employment 

benefits

Accounting value of long-term benefits

Base salary/fees

 Fees(1)

Cash STI(2)

benefits(3)

Superannuation

Contact Energy(1) 

Non-monetary(3) 

Deferred STI(4)

LTI (Options(5) 
& PSRs)(5)

Movement in 
accrued leave

Termination 
Benefits

Total  
Remuneration

Totals

% of Total 
Remuneration  
“At Risk”

% of Remuneration 
that is share based

(71,677)
422,622

249,188
222,651
254,243
209,092
12,248
–

113,763
254,238

43,000
125,084
–
66,468

–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

–
–
–
–

1,304,780
1,989,402

705,161
736,054
491,259
567,174
18,390
–

565,359
907,082

172,697
726,035
–
355,821

–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

–
–
–
–

62,515
62,500

160,438
30,282
27,178
38,415
1,814
–

34,320
55,286

1,537
26,654
–
10,804

–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

–
–
–
–

51,641

649,994

1,460,158

4,217,797

202,193

210,685

600,765
1,300,155

3,257,646
5,281,568

287,802
223,941

–
–

–
–
–
–
–
–

–
–

–
–
–
–

–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

–
–
–
–

–
–

3,871,604
6,580,638

2,846,723
2,945,878
2,529,191
2,655,921
148,679
–

2,200,153
3,550,259

311,054
2,004,800
–
1,488,473

259,179
245,209
267,180
225,187
710,406
677,187
305,982
274,186
293,180
272,187
205,180
–
238,179
20,794

–
224,633
61,538
257,482

14,248,228
21,422,834

32%
57%

53%
57%
55%
57%
38%
–

42%
55%

69%
55%
–
54%

–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

–
–
–
–

–
–

32%
37%

34%
33%
29%
29%
21%
–

31%
33%

69%
42%
–
28%

–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

–
–
–
–

–
–

(7)  G Mallett was appointed to the KMP role of Acting Chief Financial Officer on 16 May 2016, FY2016 remuneration represents the period 16 May 2016 to 30 June 2016.
(8)  K Moses ceased being KMP on 16 May 2016, FY2016 remuneration represents the period 1 July 2015 to 16 May 2016. Untested share based instruments that were awarded  
in respect of prior years’ awards may remain on foot or become forfeited upon retirement. If they remain on foot any unvested expense is accelerated. If forfeited, previously 
booked expense is reversed. The status of Ms Moses’ outstanding share based instruments at retirement is unknown and no accounting adjustment has been made.

(9)  D Barnes ceased being KMP on 10 August 2015 upon completion of the sale of the Company’s interest in Contact Energy. FY2016 remuneration represents the period 1 July 2015 
to 10 August 2015. During employment with Contact Energy, D Barnes was paid in New Zealand currency. FY2016 short term benefits are converted to Australian dollars using 
an exchange rate of $1.1166 for the period 1 July 2015 to 10 August 2015 (FY2015 – $1.0777). Post-employment superannuation benefits were remitted monthly in Australian 
dollars using the month-end exchange rate. Fixed Remuneration (base salary plus superannuation) and all or part of Contact Energy’s variable remuneration for the period of 
employment with Contact Energy was reimbursed by Contact Energy. The accounting value of Deferred STI and of LTI includes equity issued by Contact Energy in relation to his 
employment by Contact between 1 April 2011 and 10 August 2015.

(10) P Zealand ceased being KMP on 30 April 2015. FY2015 remuneration represents the period 1 July 2014 to 30 April 2015.
(11) S Perkins was appointed as Non-executive Director on 1 September 2015, remuneration represents the period 1 September 2015 to 30 June 2016.
(12) S Sargent was appointed as Non-executive Director on 29 May 2015. FY2015 remuneration represents the period 29 May 2015 to 30 June 2015.
(13) B Beeren retired as Non-executive Director on 22 October 2014. FY2015 remuneration represents the period 1 July 2014 to 22 October 2014.
(14) R Norris retired as Non-executive Director on 16 September 2015. FY2016 remuneration represents the period 1 July 2015 to 16 September 2015.
(15) All named Executive KMP and Executive Directors are employed and remunerated by the Company and its controlled entities. All NEDs are remunerated by the Company.

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REMUNERATION REPORTORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Table 25: Details of Equity Grants
The table below lists all equity-based incentive grants current at 30 June 2016 made to Directors and to Executives. No terms of equity-settled 
share-based transactions (including Options, PSRs and DSRs granted as compensation to a KMP) have been altered or modified by the issuing entity.

Number Outstanding

Exercise Price

Expiry Date

3,386,253
142,185
5,815,157
17,242
3,088,717
2,263,462
86,010
3,223,208

1,368,464
41,565
1,939,457
537,833
7,679
1,584,635

4,240
4,240
23,169
946,273
53,480
9,937
3,899
132,881
57,300
603
2,822,299
57,300
24,288
13,830
16,069
19,152
10,068

$13.01
$12.91
$11.78
$11.78
$13.97
$15.65
$12.78
$6.78

–
–
–
–
–
–

–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

15 Jan 2017
11 Jul 2017
15 Oct 2019
15 Oct 2019
14 Oct 2020
22 Oct 2021
22 Oct 2021
21 Oct 2025

15 Oct 2016
11 Apr 2017
14 Oct 2016
22 Oct 2018
22 Oct 2018
21 Oct 2019

14 Oct 2016
14 Oct 2017
14 Oct 2016
24 Oct 2016
23 Oct 2017
24 Oct 2016
14 Oct 2016
24 Oct 2016
21 Oct 2016
14 Oct 2017
23 Oct 2017
22 Oct 2018
23 Oct 2017
22 Oct 2018
15 Jan 2017
15 Jan 2018
15 Jan 2019

Granted

Options
15 Oct 2011
11 Apr 2012
15 Oct 2012
24 Dec 2012
14 Oct 2013
22 Oct 2014
1 Jul 2015
22 Oct 2015

Performance Share Rights
15 Oct 2011
11 Apr 2012
14 Oct 2013
22 Oct 2014
1 Jul 2015
22 Oct 2015

Deferred Share Rights
14 Oct 2013
14 Oct 2013
25 Aug 2014
22 Oct 2014
22 Oct 2014
31 Mar 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
7 Dec 2015
7 Dec 2015
7 Dec 2015
7 Dec 2015
7 Dec 2015

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REMUNERATION REPORTREMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Table 26: Analysis of Movements in Options, PSRs, and DSRs
A summary of the movement in FY2016, by value, of rights (Options, PSRs, and DSRs) to equity in the Company (or in the case of D Baldwin and 
D Barnes in Contact Energy) held by KMP is provided in the table below. No NEDs hold Options, PSRs or DSRs.

Executive Director – current
G King

Other Executive KMP – current
D Baldwin(3)

F Calabria

G Mallett(4)

Executive Director – former
K Moses(5)

Other Executive KMP – former
D Barnes(3,6)

Type

Options
PSRs
DSRs

Options
PSRs
DSRs
Contact Options
Contact PSRs
Options
PSRs
DSRs
Options
PSRs
DSRs

Options
PSRs
DSRs

Options
PSRs
Contact Options
Contact PSRs
Contact DSRs

Value of Options, PSRs, and DSRs ($)

Granted(1)

Exercised(2)

Forfeited

0
0
0

579,600
181,678
326,161
–
–
478,926
150,121
342,691
0
0
0

0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0

0
0
94,673

0
0
56,394
0
503,186
0
0
46,354
0
0
0

0
0
57,933

0
0
0
0
0

(1,570,227)
(3,319,582)
0

(500,701)
(902,585)
0
(269,175)
0
(440,622)
(906,166)
0
0
0
0

(614,204)
(1,326,191)
–

0
0
0
0
0

(1)  The value of Options awarded in relation to FY2015 (granted in early FY2016) is the fair value calculated at grant date using a Black Scholes model with a Monte Carlo simulation 

methodology to account for hurdles; and the value of PSRs granted in the year is the fair value calculated at grant date using a Monte Carlo simulation methodology to account for 
hurdles. The value of DSRs granted in the year is the fair value calculated at grant date using a discounted cashflow technique. The fair value of each instrument has been calculated 
independently by Mercer Consulting. The value disclosed for each instrument (Options, PSRs, and DSRs) is the total value for each instrument over the period. This amount is 
allocated to remuneration (Table 24) over the vesting period. Refer Note F3 of the financial statements for further detail of the assumptions used in determining grant date fair 
value of Options and PSRs.

(2)  The value of rights (Options, PSRs, and DSRs) exercised during the year is calculated as the market price of the Company’s shares on the ASX as at the close of trading on the date 

the rights were exercised, after deducting any exercise price. The exercise price for PSRs and DSRs is nil.

(3)  D Barnes and D Baldwin’s Contact securities were issued under the Contact Energy Employee LTI Scheme as Chief Executive Officer or Managing Director (respectively) of 

Contact Energy. Contact Energy relied on NZSX Listing Rule 7.3.9 to allow participation of the CEO/Managing Director in the LTI Scheme. D Baldwin received cash director’s  
fees from Contact Energy in his capacity as a director post 1 April 2011 following the end of his secondment to Contact Energy and until Origin sold its interest in Contact Energy 
on 10 August 2015, but did not receive further securities in Contact Energy under its LTI Scheme. D Barnes and D Baldwin retain Contact Energy securities subject to their 
corresponding exercise hurdles and vesting requirements.

(4)  G Mallett was appointed KMP on 16 May 2016.
(5)  K Moses ceased being KMP on 16 May 2016.
(6)  D Barnes ceased being KMP on 10 August 2015.

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REMUNERATION REPORTORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Table 27: Details of Options, PSRs, and DSRs Granted in FY2016
Rights (Options, PSRs, and DSRs) to equity in the Company granted to KMP during the period are listed below. No NEDs hold Options, PSRs or 
DSRs. No Options, PSRs, or DSRs have been granted since the end of the reporting period. Options, PSRs, and DSRs were provided at no cost to 
the recipients. Unvested Options and PSRs expire on the earlier of their expiry date or on cessation of employment. In addition to a continuing 
employment service condition, the ability to exercise Options and PSRs is conditional on the consolidated entity achieving certain performance 
hurdles. Subject to achieving the performance hurdles, Options and PSRs granted in the period will be exercisable four years after the Grant 
Date. Details of the performance hurdles are included in the LTI information in section 2.3.

KMP

Executive Director – current
G King

Other Executive KMP – current
D Baldwin

F Calabria

G Mallett(2)

Executive Director – former
K Moses(3)

Other Executive KMP – former
D Barnes(4)

Number 
Granted during 
FY2016

Grant Date

Accounting(1) 
Fair Value(1)

Exercise  
Price

Vesting Date

Expiry Date

Nil

–

–

–

–

–

690,000
69,876
19,554
19,554
19,554
1,186
1,186
1,186
570,150
57,739
20,545
20,545
20,545
975
975
975
Nil

Nil

Nil

22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
22 Oct 2015
–

–

–

$0.84
$2.60
$5.75
$5.57
$5.36
$5.92
$5.74
$5.57
$0.84
$2.60
$5.75
$5.57
$5.36
$5.92
$5.74
$5.57
–

–

–

$6.78
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
$6.78
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

–

–

21 Oct 2019
21 Oct 2019
21 Oct 2016
23 Oct 2017
22 Oct 2018
22 Oct 2015
24 Oct 2016
23 Oct 2017
21 Oct 2019
21 Oct 2019
21 Oct 2016
23 Oct 2017
22 Oct 2018
22 Oct 2015
24 Oct 2016
23 Oct 2017
–

21 Oct 2025
21 Oct 2019
21 Oct 2016
23 Oct 2017
22 Oct 2018
22 Oct 2015
24 Oct 2016
23 Oct 2017
21 Oct 2025
21 Oct 2019
21 Oct 2016
23 Oct 2017
22 Oct 2018
22 Oct 2015
24 Oct 2016
23 Oct 2017
–

–

–

–

–

Type

–

Options
PSRs
DSRs
DSRs
DSRs
DSRs
DSRs
DSRs
Options
PSRs
DSRs
DSRs
DSRs
DSRs
DSRs
DSRs
–

–

–

(1)  Fair values are at the date of grant.
(2)  G Mallett was appointed KMP on 16 May 2016, grants relate to the period 16 May 2016 to 30 June 2016.
(3)  K Moses ceased being KMP on 16 May 2016, grants relate to the period 1 July 2015 to 16 May 2016.
(4)  D Barnes ceased being KMP on 10 August 2015, grants relate to the period 1 July 2015 to 10 August 2015.

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REMUNERATION REPORTREMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Table 28: Options, PSRs and DSRs movement in holdings and transactions during FY2016
Movement during the reporting period in the number of rights (Options, PSRs, and DSRs) to equity in the Company (and, for D Baldwin and  
D Barnes, in Contact Energy) held directly, indirectly or beneficially by the KMP including their related parties are listed below. No NEDs hold 
Options, PSRs, or DSRs.

Held at  
period  
start

Granted 
during the 
period

Exercised 
during the 
period

Lapsed(1) 
during the(1) 
period(1)

Held at end 
period

Vested 
during 
period

Vested &(2) 
exercisable(2) 
at end(2) 
period(2)

Executive Director – current
G King

Other Executive KMP
D Baldwin

F Calabria

G Mallett(3)

Executive Director – former
K Moses(4)

Other Executive KMP – former
D Barnes(5)

Type

Options
PSRs
DSRs

Options
PSRs
DSRs
Contact 
Options
Contact PSRs
Options
PSRs
DSRs
Options
PSRs
DSRs

3,389,742
796,514
47,976

1,061,016
258,175
25,020

470,946
106,104
943,907
222,999
20,565
263,663
56,820
28,585

Options
PSRs
DSRs

1,434,895
339,443
29,358

Options
PSRs
Contact 
Options
Contact PSRs
Contact DSRs

169,297
40,525

2,522,607
366,850
51,390

0
0
0

690,000
69,876
62,220

–
–
570,150
57,739
64,560
0
0
0

0
0
0

0
0

–
–
–

0
0
15,992

0
0
9,526

0
106,104
0
0
7,830
0
0
0

371,212
488,676
0

3,018,530
307,838
31,984

118,369
125,727
0

1,632,647
202,324
77,714

470,946
0
104,166
132,186
0
0
0
0

0
0
1,409,891
148,552
77,295
263,663
56,820
28,585

0
0
9,786

145,202
196,551
0

1,289,693
142,892
19,572

0
0
15,992

0
0
9,526

0
106,104
0
0
7,830
0
0
0

0
0
9,786

0
0

0
0
0

0
0
0

0
–
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0

0
0

169,297
40,525

0
0

0
0
0

0
0

0
0
0

2,522,607
366,850
51,390

2,522,607
366,850
51,390

0
366,850
51,390

(1)  All lapsed Options (including Contact Options) were granted during FY2011 and all lapsed PSRs were granted during FY2011 and/or FY2013.
(2)  No Options or rights vested at the end of the period. With the exception of D Barnes in relation to Contact Options, there were no vested but unexercisable rights at the end  

of the period.

(3)  G Mallett was appointed KMP on 16 May 2016. Period start is 16 May 2016 and period end 30 June 2016.
(4)  K Moses ceased being KMP on 16 May 2016. Period start is 1 July 2015 and period end 16 May 2016.
(5)  D Barnes ceased being KMP on 10 August 2015. Period start is 1 July 2015 and period end 10 August 2015.

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REMUNERATION REPORTORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Table 29: Equity Holdings and Transactions
Movements during FY2016 in the number of ordinary shares of the Company and in Contact Energy held directly, or indirectly or beneficially  
by KMP, including their related parties.

Shares held in Origin Energy Limited
Non-executive Directors – current(3)
J Akehurst
M Brenner
G Cairns
B Morgan
H Nugent
S Perkins(4)
S Sargent
Executive Director – current
G King
Other Executive KMP – current
D Baldwin(5)
F Calabria(5)
G Mallett(6)
Non-executive Directors – former(3)
R Norris(7)
Executive Director – former
K Moses(8)
Other Executive KMP – former
D Barnes(9)

Shares held in Contact Energy Limited
Executive Director – current
G King
Other Executive KMP – current
D Baldwin
Executive Director – former
K Moses(8)
Other Executive KMP – former
D Barnes(9)

Held at start 
period

Transferred 
In/Purchased

Received on(1) 
exercise of(1) 
Options(1)

Received(1  
on exercise(1  
of PSRs(1)

Received(1  
on exercise(1  
of DSRs(1)

Transferred 
Out/
Disposed

Held at end(2) 
period(2)

71,200
21,000
104,480
30,000
38,834
0
0

0
1,117
59,180
17,143
22,192
30,000
31,429

1,009,059

576,606

1,469
80,770
34,278

40,000

1,166
46,374
0

0

133,374

76,214

20,220

11,555

33,886

1,000

21,038

0

0

0

0

0

–
–
–
–
–
–
–

–

–
–
–

–

–

–

–

–

–

0

–
–
–
–
–
–
–

–

–
–
–

–

–

–

–

106,104

–

0

–
–
–
–
–
–
–

15,992

9,526
7,830
–

–

9,786

–

–

–

–

0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0

0
0
0

0

0

71,200
22,117
163,660
47,143
61,026
30,000
31,429

1,601,657

12,161
134,974
34,278

40,000

219,374

21,775

10,000

33,886

107,104

0

0

0

0

21,038

0

Table 30: Loans and Other Transactions with KMP
There were no loans with key management personnel during the year.

Transactions entered into during the year with key management personnel are normal employee, customer or supplier relationships and have 
terms and conditions which are no more favourable than dealings in the same circumstances on an arm’s length basis. These transactions include:

 — the receipt of dividends from Origin Energy Limited or participation in the Dividend Reinvestment Plan;
 — participation in the Employee Share Plan, Equity Incentive Plan and Non-executive Director Share Plan;
 — participation in the October 2015 rights issue as a shareholder;
 — terms and conditions of employment or directorship appointment;
 — reimbursement of expenses incurred in the normal course of employment;
 — purchases of goods and services; and
 — receipt of interest on Retail Notes.

Certain Directors of Origin Energy Limited are also Directors of other companies which supply Origin Energy Limited with goods and services  
or acquire goods or services from Origin Energy Limited. Those transactions are approved by management within delegated limits of authority 
and the Directors do not participate in the decisions to enter into such transactions. If the decision to enter into those transactions should 
require approval of the Board, the Director concerned will not vote upon that decision nor take part in the consideration of it.

Signed in accordance with a resolution of Directors

Gordon Cairns, Chairman 
Sydney, 18 August 2016

(1)  After vesting and after payment of the exercise price (the exercise price for PSRs and for DSRs is nil).
(2)  Other than options and rights disclosed elsewhere in this Report, no other equity instruments including shares in the Company or in Contact Energy were granted to KMP during 

the period.

(3)  NEDs purchased shares on-market, or participated in the Company’s Dividend Reinvestment Plan or the September 2015 Entitlement Offer, and were not issued shares under  

any incentive or equity plans.

Includes allotment of 139 fully-paid ordinary shares by the Company under the general Employee Share Plan.

(4)  S Perkins was appointed as NED on 1 September 2015, movements relate to the period 1 September 2015 to 30 June 2016.
(5) 
(6)  G Mallett was appointed KMP on 16 May 2016, movements relate to the period 16 May 2016 to 30 June 2016.
(7)  R Norris retired as NED on 16 September 2015, movements relate to the period 1 July 2015 to 16 September 2015.
(8)  K Moses ceased being KMP on 16 May 2016, movements relate to the period 1 July 2015 to 16 May 2016.
(9)  D Barnes ceased being KMP on 10 August 2015, movements relate to the period 1 July 2015 to 10 August 2015.

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REMUNERATION REPORTREMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016LEAD AUDITOR’S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION

LEAD AUDITOR’S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION

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ABCDLead Auditor’s Independence Declaration under Section 307C of the Corporations Act 2001   To: the directors of Origin Energy LimitedI declare that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, in relation to the audit for the financial year ended 30 June 2015there have been:(i)no contraventions of the auditor independence requirements as set out in the Corporations Act 2001in relation to the audit; and(ii)no contraventions of any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit. KPMGAlison KitchenPartnerSydney 20 August 2015 KPMG, an Australian partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (“KPMG International”), a Swiss entity. Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation. ORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Gordon  
Cairns
INDEPENDENT  
NON-EXECUTIVE  
CHAIRMAN

John  
Akehurst
INDEPENDENT  
NON-EXECUTIVE  
DIRECTOR

Bruce  
Morgan
INDEPENDENT  
NON-EXECUTIVE  
DIRECTOR 

Bruce Morgan joined the Board in  
November 2012 and is Chairman of the  
Audit Committee and a member of the 
Health, Safety and Environment, Nomination 
and Risk committees.

Bruce served as Chairman of the Board  
of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Australia 
between 2005 and 2012. In 2009, he was 
elected as a member of the PwC International 
Board, serving a four year term. He was 
previously Managing Partner of PwC’s Sydney 
and Brisbane offices. An audit partner of the 
firm for over 25 years, he was focused on the 
financial services and energy and mining 
sectors leading some of the firm’s most 
significant clients in Australia and internationally.

He is Chairman of Sydney Water Corporation 
(since October 2013), a Director of Caltex 
Australia Ltd (since June 2013), Chairman  
of Redkite (since April 2015), a Director  
of the University of NSW Foundation and the 
European Australian Business Council. Bruce 
has a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and 
Finance) from the University of NSW. 

Bruce is a Fellow of Chartered Accountants 
Australia and New Zealand and of the AICD.

Gordon Cairns joined the Board on  
1 June 2007 and became Chairman in 
October 2013. He is Chairman of the 
Nomination Committee and a member  
of the Risk, Remuneration, Audit and Health, 
Safety and Environment committees.

He has extensive Australian and international 
experience as a senior executive, as Chief 
Executive Officer of Lion Nathan Ltd, and  
has held senior management positions in 
marketing, operations and finance with 
PepsiCo, Cadbury Ltd and Nestlé.

Gordon is Chairman of Woolworths Ltd  
(since September 2015), Director of 
Macquarie Group Limited and Macquarie 
Bank Limited (since November 2014), 
Director of Quick Service Restaurant Group 
(since October 2011) and Non-executive 
Director of World Education Australia  
(since November 2007). He was previously 
Chairman of the Origin Foundation 
(2010-2015), David Jones Ltd (March 2014 
– August 2014), Rebel Group (2010-2012), 
Director of The Centre for Independent 
Studies (May 2006 – August 2011) and 
Director of Westpac Banking Corporation 
(July 2004 – December 2013). He was a 
senior advisor to McKinsey & Company.

Gordon holds a Master of Arts (Honours) 
from the University of Edinburgh.

Grant  
King
MANAGING DIRECTOR

Grant King was appointed Managing Director 
of the Company at the time of its demerger 
from Boral Ltd in February 2000, and was 
Managing Director of Boral Energy from 
1994. Grant is a member of the Company’s 
Health, Safety and Environment Committee.

Prior to joining Boral, he was General 
Manager, AGL Gas Companies. Grant is  
a councillor of the Australian Petroleum 
Production and Exploration Association,  
a Director of the Business Council of Australia 
and Chairman of the Business Council of 
Australia Infrastructure & Sustainability 
Growth Committee. He is a former Chairman 
of Contact Energy Limited (2004-2015),  
a former Director of Envestra Ltd 
(1997-2007) and former Chairman of the 
Energy Supply Association of Australia Ltd.

Grant is a Fellow of the AICD. Grant has a  
Civil Engineering degree from the University 
of NSW and a Master of Management from 
the University of Wollongong.

John Akehurst joined the Board in April 2009. 
He is Chairman of the Health, Safety and 
Environment Committee and a member  
of the Nomination and Risk committees.

His executive career was in the upstream oil 
and gas and LNG industries, initially with Royal 
Dutch Shell and then as Chief Executive of 
Woodside Petroleum Ltd. John is currently  
a member of the Board of the Reserve Bank 
of Australia and a Director of CSL Ltd (since 
August 2003), and Chairman of Transform 
Exploration Pty Ltd.

He is Chairman of the National Centre for 
Asbestos Related Diseases and of the Fortitude 
Foundation, a former Chairman of Alinta Ltd 
and Coogee Resources Ltd and a former 
Director of Oil Search Ltd, Securency Ltd, 
Murdoch Film Studios Pty Ltd and the University 
of Western Australia Business School.

John holds a Masters in Engineering Science 
from Oxford University and is a Fellow of the 
Institution of Mechanical Engineers.

Maxine  
Brenner
INDEPENDENT  
NON-EXECUTIVE  
DIRECTOR 

Maxine Brenner joined the Board in 
November 2013. She is Chairman of the  
Risk Committee and a member of the Audit 
and Nomination committees.

Maxine is a Non-executive Director of Orica 
Ltd (since April 2013) and Qantas Airways Ltd 
(since August 2013). She is also an Independent 
Director and Chairman of the Audit and Risk 
Committee for Growthpoint Properties 
Australia and a member of the University  
of NSW Council.

Maxine was formerly a Managing Director  
of Investment Banking at Investec Bank 
(Australia) Ltd. Prior to Investec, Maxine was  
a Lecturer in Law at the University of NSW 
and a lawyer at Freehills, specialising in 
corporate law. Her former directorships 
include Treasury Corporation of NSW, 
Neverfail Springwater Ltd, Federal Airports 
Corporation, where she was Deputy Chair, 
and Bulmer Australia Ltd. In addition, Maxine 
has served as a Council Member of the State 
Library of NSW and as a member of the 
Takeovers Panel.

Maxine holds a Bachelor of Arts and a 
Bachelor of Laws from the University of NSW.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dr Helen  
Nugent AO
INDEPENDENT  
NON-EXECUTIVE  
DIRECTOR

Scott  
Perkins
INDEPENDENT  
NON-EXECUTIVE  
DIRECTOR

Steve  
Sargent
INDEPENDENT  
NON-EXECUTIVE  
DIRECTOR

Scott Perkins joined the Board in September 
2015 and is a member of the Audit and 
Remuneration committees.

Scott is a Non-executive Director of 
Woolworths Limited and Brambles Limited. 
He is Chairman of Sweet Louise, a Director  
of the Museum of Contemporary Art in 
Sydney and the New Zealand Initiative.  
Scott was previously a Non-executive 
Director of Meridian Energy.

Scott has extensive Australian and 
international experience as a leading 
corporate adviser. He was formerly Head  
of Corporate Finance for Deutsche Bank 
Australia and New Zealand, and a member  
of the Executive Committee with overall 
responsibility for the Bank’s activities in this 
region. Prior to that he was Chief Executive 
Officer of Deutsche Bank New Zealand and 
Deputy CEO of Bankers Trust New Zealand.

He has a longstanding commitment to breast 
cancer causes, the visual arts and public  
policy development.

Scott holds a Bachelor of Commerce  
and a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) from  
Auckland University.

Steve Sargent joined the Board in May 2015. 
He is Chairman of the Origin Foundation  
and a member of the Health, Safety and 
Environment and Remuneration committees.

Steve is a Non-executive Director of  
OzForex Group Limited and will take over  
as Chairman of the Board in mid-November 
2016. He is a Non-executive Director of 
Nanosonics Limited and the Great Barrier 
Reef Foundation. Over recent years, Steve  
has been a Non-executive Director of Veda 
Group Limited and Bond University Limited. 
Steve was also a member of the Australian 
Treasurer’s Financial Sector Advisory Council, 
President of the American Chamber of 
Commerce and a Director on the Board  
of the Business Council of Australia.

Steve’s most recent executive role was 
President and Chief Executive Officer of  
GE Mining, GE’s global mining technology  
and services business. He joined GE Capital  
in 1993 and held a number of global 
leadership positions with the company, 
spanning the US, Europe and Asia. He was  
a member of the Australian B20 Leadership 
Group and Coordinating Chair of the B20 
Human Capital Taskforce.

Steve holds a Bachelor of Business from 
Charles Sturt University in New South Wales. 
Steve is a Fellow with the Australian Institute  
of Company Directors and Fellow with the 
Australian Academy of Technological Sciences 
and Engineering.

Dr Helen Nugent joined the Board in March 
2003. She is Chairman of the Remuneration 
Committee and a member of the Audit, Risk 
and Nomination committees. Previously,  
she was Chairman of the Audit Committee.

Helen is currently Chairman of the Australian 
Rail Track Corporation, and Chairman of the 
National Portrait Gallery and the National 
Opera Review.

She has significant experience in the financial 
services sector. She has been Chairman of 
Funds SA and Veda Group Limited (resigned 
following takeover in February 2016), as well 
as Swiss Re Life and Health (Australia) and 
Swiss Re (Australia). She has also been a 
Non-executive Director of Macquarie Group 
(1999-2014), Mercantile Mutual and the 
State Bank of NSW. As an executive, she  
was Director of Strategy at Westpac Banking 
Corporation, reporting to the CEO, and as  
a Partner at McKinsey & Company, worked 
extensively in the financial services sector.

Helen’s other major clients while she was  
at McKinsey were in the resources sector, 
including working for eight years for CRA  
(Rio Tinto). Subsequently, she has served  
on the Boards of United Energy and Carter 
Holt Harvey.

Helen gives back to society in the arts, 
education and the health sector, and is a 
Non-executive Director of the Garvan 
Institute. Currently, she is Chairman of the 
National Portrait Gallery and the National 
Opera Review. In education, she has recently 
retired as Chancellor of Bond University  
and as President of Cranbrook School.  
She is also a Non-executive Director  
of the Garvan Institute.

Dr Nugent holds a Bachelor of Arts (Hons),  
a Doctorate of Philosophy in Indian History 
and an Honorary Doctorate in Business from 
the University of Queensland. She also holds 
a Master of Business Administration (with 
Distinction) from the Harvard Business 
School. In 2004, she was made an Officer  
of the Order of Australia.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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ORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT TEAM

David  
Baldwin
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER  
INTEGRATED GAS

Andrew  
Clarke
GROUP GENERAL COUNSEL  
AND COMPANY SECRETARY

David Baldwin joined Origin in May 2006  
and is responsible for its Integrated Gas 
business, which manages the Company’s 
portfolio of natural gas and LNG interests 
across Australia, New Zealand and 
internationally, as well as exploration and 
development activities focused on the growth 
of the gas and LNG businesses. 

Integrated Gas includes Origin’s interests  
in Australia Pacific LNG, as operator of the 
upstream and pipeline components of the 
joint venture and as gas marketing agent. 

Prior to this role, David was Chief Executive 
Officer of Origin’s LNG business and was also 
previously the Company’s Chief Development 
Officer. Until April 2011, David was Managing 
Director of integrated energy company 
Contact Energy in New Zealand, in which 
Origin had a 53.1 per cent interest. He 
continues to serve on the Board of Australia 
Pacific LNG and is a former Director of 
Contact Energy Limited (2009 – 2015).

Before joining Origin, David held senior  
roles with MidAmerican Energy Holdings 
Company (now Berkshire Hathaway Energy) 
in Asia and the United States, and with Shell  
in New Zealand and the Netherlands.

David holds a Master of Business 
Administration from Victoria University  
and a Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical) 
from Canterbury University.

Frank  
Calabria
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER  
ENERGY MARKETS

Frank Calabria joined Origin as Chief Financial 
Officer in November 2001 and was appointed 
Chief Executive Officer Energy Markets in 
March 2009. In this role, Frank is responsible 
for the integrated business within Australia 
including retailing and trading of natural gas, 
electricity and LPG, power generation and 
the solar and emerging business.

Frank is Chairman of the Energy Supply 
Association of Australia (ESAA) and a  
Director of the Australian Energy Market 
Operator (AEMO).

Prior to joining Origin, Frank held roles with 
Pioneer International Ltd, Hanson plc and 
Hutchison Telecommunications.

Frank has a Bachelor of Economics from 
Macquarie University and a Master of 
Business Administration (Executive) from the 
Australian Graduate School of Management.

Frank is a Fellow of Chartered Accountants 
Australia and New Zealand and a Fellow of the 
Financial Services Institute of Australasia.

Andrew Clarke joined Origin in May 2009 and 
is responsible for the company secretarial and 
legal functions. He was a partner of a national 
law firm for 15 years and was Managing 
Director of a global investment bank for more 
than two years prior to joining Origin. Andrew 
has a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) and a Bachelor 
of Economics from the University of Sydney 
and is a member of the AICD.

Carl  
McCamish
EXECUTIVE  
GENERAL MANAGER  
PROPERTY AND TECHNOLOGY

Carl McCamish joined Origin in March 2008 
and is responsible for the People & Culture, 
Information Technology and Property and 
Travel functions, and for the operations of  
the Origin Foundation. Carl was previously 
Executive General Manager Corporate 
Development and subsequently Executive 
General Manager Corporate Affairs, and  
more recently Executive General Manager, 
People & Culture.

Before joining Origin, Carl was head of 
strategic development at the private equity 
firm, Terra Firma. He was previously Senior 
Energy Advisor in the United Kingdom  
Prime Minister’s Strategy Unit. Before that  
he worked at McKinsey & Company 
management consultants.

Carl has a Bachelor of Arts and Laws from  
the University of Melbourne and a Masters  
in Industrial Relations and Labour Economics 
from Oxford University where he was a 
Rhodes Scholar.

Gary Mallett 
ACTING CHIEF  
FINANCIAL OFFICER

Gary brings 30 years’ experience as a finance 
executive having worked across a diverse 
range of sectors both domestically and 
internationally.

He has been with Origin Energy since 2005 
and was appointed as the Acting Chief 
Financial Officer in May 2016. Gary is 
responsible for finance, taxation, internal and 
external communication, and capital markets.

Before joining Origin, Gary held senior 
finance roles with Brambles Limited, North 
Limited and KPMG.

Gary is a Chartered Accountant and holds  
a Bachelor of Business from RMIT University. 
In 2012, Gary completed the Advanced 
Management Programme at INSEAD.

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EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT TEAM

Origin is committed to the creation of shareholder value and meeting the 
expectations of stakeholders to practice sound corporate governance.

Origin aspires to the highest standards of integrity, personal safety  
and environmental performance. To achieve this, every employee and 
contractor is required to act in accordance with Origin’s governance 
and business conduct standards across its operations in Australia  
and internationally.

 — prevent and eliminate unlawful discrimination and harassment;
 — promote a culture, through communication and visible leadership, 
where managers and employees proactively apply the Company’s 
diversity policies and program;

 — maintain workplace flexibility policies suitable for a leading 

Australian company; and

 — maintain a process to deliver gender pay equity at all job levels 

across the Company.

Compliance with the 3rd edition ASX Corporate Governance 
Principles and Recommendations (ASX Principles)
This statement has been approved by the Board and summarises the 
Company’s governance practices which were in place throughout the 
financial year ended 30 June 2016. During the financial year and to the 
date of this Report, Origin has complied with all of the ASX Principles.

PRINCIPLE 1: LAY SOLID FOUNDATIONS FOR 
MANAGEMENT AND OVERSIGHT
The Board’s roles and responsibilities are formalised in a Board Charter, 
which is available on the Company’s website. The Charter sets out 
those functions that are delegated to management and those that are 
reserved for the Board. The Company Secretary is accountable 
directly to the Board, through the Chairman, on all matters to do with 
the proper functioning of the Board.

Before a Director is appointed, Origin undertakes appropriate 
evaluations. These include independent checks of a candidate’s 
character, experience, education, criminal record, bankruptcy history, 
and any other factors which would affect the Company’s or the 
individual’s reputation.

Where a candidate is standing for election or re-election as Director, 
the notice of meeting will set out information on the candidate including 
biographical details, qualifications and experience, independence 
status, outside interests and the recommendation of the rest of the 
Board on the resolution.

At the time of joining Origin, Directors and senior executives are 
provided with letters of appointment, together with key Company 
documents and information, setting out their term of office, duties, 
rights and responsibilities, and entitlements on termination.

The performance of all key executives, including the Managing 
Director, is reviewed annually against:

 — a set of personal financial and non-financial goals;
 — Company and Business-Unit specific goals; and
 — adherence to the Company’s Compass, which reflects the role 
that Origin’s Purpose, Principles, Values and Commitments  
play in everyday decision making.

The Remuneration Committee and the Board consider the performance 
of the Managing Director and all members of the Executive Management 
Team (EMT) when deciding whether to award performance-related 
remuneration through short-term and long-term incentives for the year 
completed and when assessing fixed remuneration for future periods. 
Further information on the outcomes of the FY2016 assessment  
of executive remuneration is set out in the Remuneration Report.

Each year, the Directors review the performance of the whole Board, 
Board committees and individual Directors. This year, a full review was 
undertaken with assistance from an independent external consultant, 
covering individual Director performance, the Board and Committees’ 
activities and work program, time commitments, meeting efficiency 
and Board contribution to strategy, monitoring, compliance and 
governance. The results of the review were discussed by the whole 
Board, and initiatives to improve or enhance Board performance  
and effectiveness were considered and recommended.

Diversity
Origin encourages diversity and the expression of ideas and opinions, 
while also requiring alignment with Origin’s Principles, Values and 
Commitments and the policies established to implement them.

Origin is committed to providing equality of opportunity and a 
rewarding workplace for all employees, and has policies and procedures 
in place designed to:

Gender Diversity 
Increasing gender diversity, especially in senior roles, is an ongoing 
policy priority. Accordingly, in FY2016 Origin committed to:

 — continue to deliver equal average pay for men and women  

at each job grade;

 — increase the number of women in senior roles, with a target  

to improve the rate of appointment of women to senior roles  
by 15 per cent; and

 — improve the retention of women in senior roles, with a target  
to reduce the gap between male and female turnover to zero.

Progress against these targets is reported internally on a quarterly 
basis to the Diversity Council, comprising the EMT and chaired by  
the Managing Director. Performance against the targets in FY2016  
is described below.

Definition of seniority 
For the purpose of gender diversity targets, ‘senior roles’ includes all 
people in Hay Pay Scale job grades that pay approximately $150,000 
per year or more in total remuneration(1). As at 30 June 2016 there 
were 1,574 people in senior roles, of which 27.4 per cent were women.

We define seniority by reference to standard Hay Pay Scale job grades, 
rather than reporting relationship to the CEO, for two reasons:

 — to make genuine comparisons of seniority. In recent years 

executives leading four support functions have reported to the 
CEO. A large number of people in corporate support areas such 
as legal, company secretary, human resources, strategy and 
communications are therefore only two or three levels below the 
CEO, while in the operating businesses there are many roles with 
significant line management responsibility that are more than 
three levels below; and

 — to make analysis comparable over time. Any restructure that 
changes EMT roles also changes the reporting relationship  
of hundreds of people at lower levels, making it less valid to 
accurately compare progress on gender pay equality at those 
levels before and after the restructure.

While Origin does not use reporting relationship to the CEO to define 
Origin’s gender diversity targets, the gender profile of these cohorts  
is of interest to some external stakeholders and is presented in the 
following table.

Cohorts by gender, 30 June 2016

Cohort
Board
CEO-1
CEO-2
CEO-3
Senior roles(3)
Origin Group

No. people
8
9(2) 

36
143
1,861
5,811

Proportion 
female
25%
22%
25%
34%
28%
35%

(1)  The number can only be approximate because exact remuneration varies by 

individual by year according to their assessed performance under the Short Term 
Incentive Scheme.

(2)  Karen Moses, Executive Director, Finance and Strategy, retired from her role on the 
Board in the first half of the period and moved out of her associated line management 
responsibilities into a role working on special projects for the Managing Director.  
As a result, Gary Mallett moved into the role of Acting Chief Financial Officer, and 
three executives who previously reported to Karen Moses reported to the Managing 
Director on an interim basis. The numbers in the table represent the situation after 
the interim arrangements came into place. 

(3)  Definitions for CEO-1, CEO-2 and CEO-3 are as per Workplace Gender Equality 
Agency guidelines (i.e. excluding clerical, administration and other staff that do not 
themselves manage people). With all staff included, CEO-3 at Origin was 46 per cent 
female (cohort 219).

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENTORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENTFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Performance versus targets

3.   Target to reduce the gap between male and female turnover  

to zero

1.   Target to deliver equal average pay for men and women  

at each job grade

Average pay for men and women at each job grade fluctuates during 
the year as the population in each grade cohort changes with turnover, 
recruitment and promotions. As part of the appointment process and 
also annually in September when the majority of the workforce has 
remuneration reviewed to market, pay decisions are monitored for 
their impact on gender positioning. Over time, as seen in the following 
chart, these processes have driven a long-term improvement in gender 
pay balance.

Origin defines ‘equal work’ by the industry standard of Hay job grades. 
At the end of FY2016, average female pay was higher at some grades than 
average male pay and lower at others. The average difference between 
male and female pay across all job grades was just below 1 per cent. 

Due to large-scale downsizing programs executed during the year, 
turnover for both men and women was much higher than in previous 
years. Overall, 25.5 per cent of men in senior roles and 31 per cent  
of women in senior roles left Origin during the year. 

The Fit for the Future program reduced the number of people in 
functional support roles in Origin by approximately half. Those roles 
were held, both before and after the reductions, by approximately  
50 per cent women, 50 per cent men. This compares to the overall 
Company split, in senior roles, of 28.6 per cent female, 71.4 per cent 
male. We knew therefore that a large-scale reduction in the functional 
areas, even if gender neutral, would disproportionately affect the 
gender split across Origin, which it did in the final result. The gap of  
5.5 percentage points between male and female turnover in senior 
roles means we did not achieve our target. 

Gender pay gap (graded population weighted average) 
to 30 Jun 2016

Targets for FY2017
Origin’s public diversity targets for FY2017 will be:

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2.   Target to improve the rate of appointment of women to senior 

roles by 15 per cent versus the prior year

The percentage of women recruited into senior roles (28.6 per cent) 
was down, after three years of significant improvement, as shown in 
the following chart. The key policies and actions introduced four years 
ago to drive that improvement were still in place in FY2016, namely, 
every interview panel for a senior role must be made up of both men 
and women; where possible(1) every shortlist must have at least one 
woman; and progress versus target for each Business Unit is reported 
to and reviewed by the Diversity Council each quarter.

During the year very significant effort went into the fair and orderly 
downsizing of Origin’s workforce, and senior appointments were 
relatively few compared to previous years. Nevertheless, the FY2016 
result on appointments was disappointing in light of the recent progress. 

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TARGET
FY2016

FY2016

External appointment to senior roles (per cent females)

 — continue to deliver equal average pay for men and women  

at each job grade;

 — increase the number of women in senior roles, with a target  
that 36 per cent of such appointments be female; and

 — improve the retention of women in senior roles, with a target  
to reduce the gap between male and female turnover to zero.

If female appointments to senior roles were to be 36 per cent, this 
would represent a 25 per cent improvement on our performance  
in FY2016. Thirty six per cent has been targeted because it would 
constitute our best ever performance on this measure. 

The Board oversees Origin’s strategies on gender diversity, including 
monitoring achievements against gender targets set by the Board.  
The Board has set itself a target of females being at least 40 per cent 
of the Board by 2020.

PRINCIPLE 2: STRUCTURE THE BOARD  
TO ADD VALUE
The Board is structured to facilitate the effective discharge of its duties 
and to add value through its deliberations.

In FY2016, the Board had 10 scheduled meetings, including a two-day 
strategic planning meeting. The Board also had six separate scheduled 
workshops to consider matters of particular relevance. Outside of 
scheduled meetings, the full Board met on three other occasions to 
consider significant matters. In addition, the Board conducted visits  
of Company operations and met with operational management  
during the year.

From time to time, the Board delegates its authority to non-standing 
committees of Directors to consider transactional or other matters.  
In the 12 months to 30 June 2016, five such additional Board Committee 
meetings were held. In addition, the Board established a Due Diligence 
Committee as part of the pro-rata accelerated renounceable entitlement 
offer which took place in 2015. This Committee met nine times.

At Board meetings, Directors receive reports from executive 
management on financial and operational performance, risk, strategy, 
people, HSE, and major projects or initiatives in which Origin is 
involved. In addition, the Directors receive reports from Board 
Committees and, as appropriate, presentations on opportunities and 
risks for the Company.

Non-executive Directors also meet without the presence of 
management (including the Managing Director) to address such 
matters as succession planning, key strategic issues, and Board 
operation and effectiveness. All Directors have access to Company 
employees, advisers and records. In carrying out their duties and 
responsibilities, Directors have access to advice and counsel from the 
Chairman, the Company Secretary and the Group General Counsel, 
and are able to seek independent professional advice at the Company’s 
expense, after consultation with the Chairman.

(1)  Some senior roles, mainly engineering and technical, receive no female applicants or no candidates are able to be identified.

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENTCORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENTFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016 
 
 
 
 
New Directors undergo an induction program which includes sessions with members of management, Chairman of the Board, and Chairmen of 
each relevant Board Committee, and visits to key operations to familiarise them with Origin’s business and administration. Directors also receive 
continuing education through ongoing briefings and workshops on industry, regulatory or other relevant topics and attendance at industry or 
governance conferences.

The Board’s size and composition is determined by the Directors, within limits set by Origin’s Constitution, which requires a Board of between  
five and 12 Directors. As at 30 June 2016, the Board comprised eight Directors, including seven Non-executive Directors, all of whom are 
considered independent by the Board, and the Managing Director. Of the eight Directors, two are women. Directors’ profiles, duration of office 
and details of their skills, experience and special expertise are set out in the Directors’ Report.

The Board seeks to have an appropriate mix of skills, experience, expertise and diversity to enable it to discharge its responsibilities and add value 
to the Company. The Board values diversity in all respects, including gender and differences in background and life experience, communication 
styles, interpersonal skills, education, functional expertise and problem solving skills.

Together, the Directors contribute the following key skills and experience:

Skills and experience

Diversity
Diversity in gender, background, geographic origin, experience (industry and public, private and non-profit sectors).

Executive and strategic leadership
Senior executive and directorship experience. 

Financial and risk management 
Senior executive experience in financial accounting and reporting, corporate finance, risk and internal controls.

Governance and Board
Prior experience as a Board member or membership of governance bodies. 

HSE and sustainability
Experience related to health, safety, environment, social responsibility and sustainability.

Industry (oil and gas, exploration)
Experience in the oil and gas industry, or upstream or integrated exploration and production company.

International
Experience working in an organisation with global operations, or understanding of different cultural, political, regulatory 
and business requirements.

Regulatory and public policy 
Legal background or experience in regulatory and public policy.

Remuneration
Remuneration Committee membership or experience in relation to remuneration, including incentive programs.

Retail and marketing
Experience in retail or marketing industry.

Board representation 
(out of 8 Directors)

7

8

6

8

5

3

8

5

7

5

The Company’s policy on the Independence of Directors requires that the Board is comprised of a majority of independent Directors. In defining the 
characteristics of an independent Director, the Board uses the ASX Principles, together with its own considerations of the Company’s operations 
and businesses and appropriate materiality thresholds. Further details of the matters considered by the Board in assessing independence are 
contained in the Independence of Directors Policy which is part of the Board Charter and is available on the Company’s website.

The Board reviews each Director’s independence annually. At its review for the FY2016 reporting period, the Board formed the view that  
all Non-executive Directors were independent.

The Board selects and appoints the Chairman from the independent Directors. The Chairman, Mr Cairns, is independent and his role and 
responsibilities are separate from those of the Managing Director.

Five Committees assist the Board in executing its duties relating to audit, remuneration, health, safety and environment (HSE), nomination  
and risk. Each Committee has its own Charter which sets out its role, responsibilities, composition, structure, membership requirements and 
operation. These are available on the Company’s website. Each Committee’s Chairman reports to the Board on the Committee’s deliberations at 
the following Board meeting where the Committee meeting minutes are also tabled. Additional and specific reporting requirements to the Board 
by each Committee are addressed in the respective Committee Charters.

Additional information about the Audit Committee, Risk Committee, HSE Committee and Remuneration Committee is provided in response  
to Principles 4, 7 and 8 respectively.

A list of the members of each Board Committee as at 30 June 2016 is set out on the following page and their attendance at Committee meetings 
during FY2016 is set out in the Directors’ Report.

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENTORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENTFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016Board Committee membership as at 30 June 2016 and Tenure

Independent Non-executive Directors
John Akehurst
Maxine Brenner
Gordon Cairns
Bruce Morgan
Helen Nugent
Scott Perkins
Steve Sargent(1) 

Managing Director
Grant King

Audit

Remuneration

Member
Member
Chairman
Member
Member

Member

Chairman
Member
Member

The Nomination Committee is comprised of the Chairman of the 
Board and the Chairman of each other Board Committee, and is 
chaired by Mr Cairns. The Nomination Committee met once during 
FY2016, and provides support and advice to the Board by:

 — assessing the range of skills and experience required on the  
Board and of Directors as part of the Company’s continued 
consideration of Board renewal and succession planning;
 — reviewing the performance of Directors and the Board;
 — establishing processes to identify suitable Directors, including  

the use of professional intermediaries;

 — recommending Directors’ appointments and re-elections; and
 — considering the appropriate induction and continuing education 

provided for Directors.

When identifying potential candidates, the Nomination Committee 
considers the current and future needs of Origin and desired attributes 
and skill sets for a new Director. Where a candidate is recommended by 
the Nomination Committee, the Board will assess that candidate against 
a range of criteria including background, experience, professional 
qualifications and the potential for the candidate’s skills to augment  
the existing Board and his/her availability to commit to the Board’s 
activities. If these criteria are met and the Board appoints the candidate 
as a Director, that Director will stand for election by shareholders at the 
following Annual General Meeting (AGM).

Each year the performance of the Directors retiring by rotation  
and seeking re-election under the Constitution is reviewed by the 
Nomination Committee (other than the relevant Director), the  
results of which form the basis of the Board’s recommendation to 
shareholders. The review considers a Director’s expertise, skill and 
experience, along with his/her understanding of the Company’s 
business, preparation for meetings, relationships with other Directors 
and management, awareness of ethical and governance issues, 
independence of thought and overall contribution.

The Board reviewed the performance of Mr Cairns and Mr Morgan, 
who are standing for re-election at the AGM in October 2016.  
Neither Mr Cairns nor Mr Morgan were present for his own review. 
The Board found that each of the Directors seeking re-election had 
been high performing Directors and concluded that each of them 
should be proposed for re-election. 

PRINCIPLE 3: ACT ETHICALLY AND RESPONSIBLY
All Directors and employees are expected to comply with the law and 
act with a high level of integrity. Origin has a Code of Conduct and a 
number of policies governing conduct in pursuit of Company objectives 
in dealing with shareholders, employees, customers, communities, 
business partners, suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders.  
The Code of Conduct is based on the Company’s Statement of 
Purpose, Principles, Values and Commitments (Origin Compass),  
which serves as a guide to Origin’s decision making, behaviours and 
actions for its employees.

(1)  Mr Sargent also chairs the Origin Foundation.

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Committee

Health, 
Safety and 
Environment 
Committees

Chairman

Member
Member

Member

Member

Nomination

Risk

Member
Member
Chairman
Member
Member

Member
Chairman
Member
Member
Member

Tenure on Board

7 years 4 months
2 years 9 months
9 years 2 months
3 years 9 months
13 years 5 months
11 months
1 year 3 months

16 years 6 months

The Origin Compass and a summary of the Code of Conduct  
is available on Origin’s website.

Origin prohibits the offer, payment, solicitation or acceptance of bribes 
and facilitation payments in any form. It also prohibits the provision  
of gifts and gratuities, both directly and indirectly, to public officials or 
relatives or associates of public officials. The giving or receiving of gifts 
or hospitality is prohibited in all circumstances that influence, create 
obligations or conflicts of interest, indicate favouritism or do not align 
with Origin’s Code of Conduct. 

Origin encourages individuals to report known or suspected instances 
of inappropriate conduct, including breaches of the Code of Conduct 
and other policies and directives. There are policies in place designed 
to protect employees and contractors from any reprisal, discrimination 
or being personally disadvantaged as a result of their reporting  
a concern.

PRINCIPLE 4: SAFEGUARD INTEGRITY  
IN CORPORATE REPORTING
The Board has an Audit Committee which comprises five 
Non-executive Directors, all of whom are independent. The Chairman 
of the Board cannot chair the Audit Committee. The Chairman  
of the Audit Committee, Mr Morgan, is an independent Director  
with significant financial expertise. All members of the Committee  
are financially literate and the Committee possesses sufficient 
accounting and financial expertise and knowledge of the industry  
in which Origin operates.

Prior to approval of the Company’s financial statements for each 
financial period, the Managing Director and the Acting Chief Financial 
Officer give the Board a declaration that, in their opinion, the financial 
records have been properly maintained, that the financial statements 
complied with the accounting standards and gave a true and fair view, 
and that their opinion had been formed on the basis of a sound system 
of risk management and internal compliance and control which was 
operating effectively.

The Audit Committee oversees the structure and management 
systems that are designed to protect the integrity of the Company’s 
corporate reporting. The Audit Committee reviews the Company’s  
half and full year financial reports and makes recommendations to the 
Board on adopting the financial statements. The Committee provides 
additional assurance to the Board with regard to the quality and 
reliability of financial information. The Committee has the authority  
to seek information from any employee or external party.

The internal and external auditors have direct access to the Audit 
Committee Chairman and, at each scheduled Committee meeting, 
meet separately with the Committee without management present.

The Committee reviews the independence of the external auditor, 
including the nature and level of non-audit services provided, and 
reports its findings to the Board every six months.

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENTCORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENTFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016The names of the members of the Audit Committee are set out  
in the table under Principle 2 and their attendance at meetings  
of the Committee is set out in the Directors’ Report.

Origin has a wide stakeholder engagement program and a dedicated 
investor relations function to facilitate effective two-way 
communication with investors. 

The external auditor attends the Company’s AGM and is available  
to answer questions from shareholders relevant to the audit.

The Communications with Shareholders Policy is available on the 
Company’s website.

PRINCIPLE 5: MAKE TIMELY AND BALANCED 
DISCLOSURE
Origin has adopted policies and procedures designed to ensure 
compliance with its continuous disclosure obligations and make senior 
management accountable for that compliance.

Origin is committed to providing timely, full and accurate disclosure 
and to keeping the market informed with quarterly releases detailing 
exploration, development and production, and half and full year reports 
to shareholders including in digital format on the Company’s website.

All material matters are disclosed immediately to the stock exchanges 
on which Origin’s securities are listed (and subsequently to the media, 
where relevant), as required by the relevant listing rules. All material 
investor presentations are released to the stock exchanges and are 
posted on the Company’s website. Other reports or media statements 
that do not contain price sensitive information are included on  
the Company’s website. Shareholders can subscribe to an email  
notification service and receive notice of any announcements  
released by the Company.

Both the Continuous Disclosure Policy and the Communications  
with Shareholders Policy are available on the Company’s website.

PRINCIPLE 6: RESPECT THE RIGHTS  
OF SHAREHOLDERS
Origin respects the rights of its shareholders and has adopted policies 
to facilitate the effective exercise of those rights through participation 
at general meetings and with the provision of information about Origin 
and its operations.

Origin is committed to providing a high standard of communication  
to shareholders and other stakeholders so that they have all available 
information reasonably required to make informed assessments  
of the Company’s business value and prospects.

Shareholders are able to review the financial and non-financial 
performance of Origin via a half year report, shareholder review, 
Annual Report, Sustainability Report and annual general meeting 
materials. These reports are also available on the ASX and in online 
digital format via Origin’s website. Shareholders may also request  
these in hardcopy.

Sustainability reporting is guided by the Global Reporting Initiative  
and includes disclosures of material environmental, social and 
governance (ESG) aspects of the Company’s business activities.

Origin also discloses other ESG information via regulated National 
Greenhouse Emissions Reporting, as well as voluntary disclosure 
platforms such as the Carbon Disclosure Project. Origin regularly 
engages with and provides requested information to research firms. 
Origin was again included in the FSTE4Good Index and the Dow Jones 
Sustainability Australia Index during the period. 

All communications from, and the majority of communications to,  
the Company’s share registry are available electronically, including  
the publication of company reports, and shareholders are encouraged  
to take up the option of e-communications.

Origin’s website contains a list of key dates and all recent announcements, 
presentations, past and current company reports and notices of 
meetings. Shareholder meetings and results announcements are webcast 
and an archive of these meetings is published on the Company’s website.

Origin welcomes and encourages shareholders to attend and 
participate at its AGM, either in person, by proxy or attorney,  
or by other means adopted by the Board. At each AGM, the Chairman 
allows a reasonable opportunity for shareholders to ask questions  
of the Board and the external auditors. Shareholders who are unable 
to attend the AGM are able to view a webcast of the meeting (and 
certain past general meetings) on the Company’s website.

In addition to shareholders, the Company’s projects and operations 
necessitate interaction with a range of stakeholders including local 
communities, business partners, government, industry, media, 
suppliers and NGOs. Origin has a program to support these 
stakeholder interactions and facilitate constructive relationships. 
These include:

 — dedicated community advisors to help facilitate and implement 
the Company’s engagement with local communities and regular 
dialogue with the communities in which Origin operates;
 — a government relations team which regularly interacts with  
policy makers within the jurisdictions of Origin’s operations, 
particularly to help develop sound and stable policy to ensure 
business certainty;

 — dedicated external affairs team with regular interaction with 

media and NGOs to create a better understanding of Origin’s 
business; and 

 — making a contribution to the formulation of energy and carbon 

policy through public submissions to various enquiries (public 
submissions Origin has made in these areas are available on the 
government or the Company’s website).

Further information on the Company’s stakeholder engagement 
program can be found in the Sustainability Report under Engaging 
with Stakeholders.

Customers are a central part of Origin’s engagement, innovation  
and value creation. Origin continues to adapt processes, introduce  
new products and invest in technology to provide customers with 
greater choice and an improved customer experience. The 
Sustainability Report provides further information on Origin’s 
interaction with its customers.

PRINCIPLE 7: RECOGNISE AND MANAGE RISK
Origin’s approach to risk management aims to embed a risk-aware 
culture in all decision-making and to manage risk in a proactive and 
effective manner. The Board has an overarching policy governing  
the Company’s approach to risk oversight and management and 
internal control systems. This policy and further information on 
Origin’s approach to managing its material risks is available on the 
Company’s website.

Origin has established a Risk Committee to oversee its policies and 
procedures in relation to risk management and internal control 
systems. The Risk Committee is comprised of the Chairman of the 
Board and the Chairman of each other Board Committee, and  
is chaired by independent Non-executive Director Ms Brenner.  
The Risk Committee Charter is available on the Company’s website. 
The names of the members of the Risk Committee are set out in the 
table under Principle 2 and a record of their attendance at meetings  
of the Committee is set out in the Directors’ Report.

The Chief Risk Officer has unfettered access to the Chairman  
of the Risk Committee.

The Company’s risk policies are designed to identify, assess, manage 
and monitor strategic, operational, financial and project risks and 
mitigate the impact in the event that they materialise. The Board has 
also approved policies for hedging interest rates, foreign exchange 
rates and commodities. Certain specific risks are covered by insurance.

Management is responsible for the design and implementation  
of the risk management and internal control systems to manage the 
Company’s risks. Management reports to the Risk Committee on how 
material risks are being managed and the effectiveness of controls  
in place to mitigate those risks. The Risk Committee has an annual 
calendar that includes regular detailed risk profile reviews. 

The Risk Committee reviews the Company’s risk management 
framework annually to satisfy itself that it continues to be sound. An 
independent review of the design of the risk management framework 
was completed during the financial year and it found the framework  

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENTORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENTFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016In addition to stakeholder measurement through RepTrak, Origin  
also engages a number of bespoke advisors to provide real-time 
monitoring of mainstream and social media to evaluate the external 
operating environment and ensure emerging risks, issues and shifting 
public and policy debates are identified and addressed accordingly. 
Quarterly quantitative and qualitative mainstream media analysis  
is undertaken to better understand external trends, sentiment and  
key public influencers.

These insights influence and inform Origin’s external affairs and 
stakeholder engagement strategies, as well as customer facing 
positioning and community engagement approaches.

PRINCIPLE 8: REMUNERATE FAIRLY  
AND RESPONSIBLY
The Remuneration Report sets out details of the Company’s policies 
and practices for remunerating Directors, key management personnel 
and employees.

The Board has a Remuneration Committee which comprises four 
Non-executive Directors, all of whom are independent. The Chairman, 
Dr Nugent, is an independent Director. The names of the members  
of the Remuneration Committee are set out under Principle 2 and a 
record of their attendance at meetings of the Committee is set out in 
the Directors’ Report.

Further information about the Remuneration Committee’s activities  
is provided in the Remuneration Report.

The remuneration of Non-executive Directors is structured  
separately from that of the Managing Director and senior executives. 
Information on remuneration for Non-executive Directors is in the 
Remuneration Report.

Origin has established a policy which governs dealings in its securities. 
This precludes any Origin personnel from engaging in short-term 
dealings in the Company’s securities and margin loans should not  
be entered into if they could cause a dealing that is in breach of the 
general insider trading provisions of the Corporations Act or the 
Policy. Origin personnel are prohibited from entering into hedging 
transactions which operate to limit the economic risk of any of their 
unvested equity-based incentives. The Dealing in Securities Policy  
is available on the Company’s website.

The Code of Conduct, Dealings in Securities Policy and other  
relevant policies are supported by appropriate training programs  
and regular updates.

Information referred to in this Corporate Governance Statement  
as being on the Company’s website may be found at the web address: 
www.originenergy.com.au under the section ‘About – Investors  
& Media – Governance’.

to be sound. Management has reported to the Risk Committee  
and the Board that, as at 30 June 2016, the framework is sound. 

Origin also has an internal audit function which utilises both internal 
and external resources to provide an independent appraisal of the 
adequacy and effectiveness of the Company’s risk management and 
internal control systems. The internal audit function has direct access 
to the Chairmen of the Audit and HSE Committees and management, 
and has the right to seek information. A risk-based approach is used  
to develop the annual internal audit plan, aligning planned internal 
audit activities to the Company’s material risks. The internal audit  
plan is approved by the Audit and HSE Committees annually and 
reviewed quarterly.

In addition to internal audit activities, second line assurance activity is 
undertaken across the business in the management of risk. The findings 
of this activity are reported through to the relevant executive and, 
where appropriate, Board Committee.

Origin’s approach to the management of risks and controls reflects  
the ‘three lines of defence’ model. The first line of defence comprises 
operational business managers that own and manage risks. The second 
line of defence comprises the corporate functions that oversee/
monitor/challenge risks. The third line of defence comprises the  
Origin group internal audit function that assures compliance with 
policies and standards.

The Board’s HSE Committee supports and advises the Board on HSE 
matters and HSE related risks arising out of the activities and operations 
of Origin and its related companies. The HSE Committee comprises the 
Managing Director and four independent Non-executive Directors. The 
Chairman, Mr Akehurst, is an independent Director. The Board considers 
that the direct impact the deliberations of the HSE Committee can have 
on the day-to-day operations of Origin makes it appropriate for the 
Managing Director to be a member of that Committee.

The names of the members of the HSE Committee are set out  
under Principle 2 and a record of their attendance at meetings  
of the Committee is set out in the Directors’ Report.

Beyond the financial results, Origin is witnessing changes in community 
attitudes and increased focus on local and global environmental 
challenges. Origin recognises the need for disclosure and transparency 
of decision making to help investors assess both short term and long 
term risks and prospects.

Origin assesses the environmental and social risks associated with all 
projects and operations. Projects are developed with precautionary 
engineering and management measures in place to mitigate or manage 
key environmental and social risks, and operations are managed using 
policies and procedures to control remaining environmental and social 
risks. Environmental and social risk management is subject to periodic 
audits and assurance.

As one of Australia’s largest power generators, Origin closely measures, 
manages and reports on the greenhouse gas emissions associated with 
its generation operations. These emissions are governed by laws and 
regulations. Management of emissions extends to the development  
of a low carbon power generation portfolio including natural gas,  
wind and solar.

Further information on Origin’s management and performance in the 
social, environmental and economic aspects in operating its business  
is contained in the Sustainability Report(1).

Origin measures its reputation, that is, how Origin is perceived by 
Australians (including shareholders) using RepTrak® methodology. 
Origin’s reputation performance and reputation risk issues are 
periodically reported to the Board.

(1)  This was under the Energy Developments section in the 2015 Sustainability Report.

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENTCORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENTFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2016FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTENTS

INCOME STATEMENT  ...............................................................................................................................................................................  68
STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME  ..........................................................................................................  69
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION  ...........................................................................................................................  70
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY  ............................................................................................................................. 71
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS  ...................................................................................................................................................  72
OVERVIEW  .............................................................................................................................................................................................................  73
A RESULTS FOR THE YEAR  .............................................................................................................................................................. 74
A1  SEGMENTS  ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 74
A2  INCOME  .........................................................................................................................................................................................................  77
A3  EXPENSES  ..................................................................................................................................................................................................  77
A4  RESULTS OF EQUITY ACCOUNTED INVESTEES ...................................................................................  78
A5  EARNINGS PER SHARE  ............................................................................................................................................................  78
A6  DIVIDENDS  ................................................................................................................................................................................................  79
B OPERATING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES  ..................................................................................................................... 80
B1  TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES  ........................................................................................................................ 80
B2  EXPLORATION, EVALUATION AND DEVELOPMENT ASSETS  ............................................. 81
B3  PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT  ...............................................................................................................  82
B4  INTANGIBLE ASSETS  ................................................................................................................................................................... 84
B5  PROVISIONS  ............................................................................................................................................................................................  85
B6  OTHER FINANCIAL ASSETS AND LIABILITIES  ...........................................................................................  85
C CAPITAL, FUNDING AND RISK MANAGEMENT  ........................................................................................... 86
C1   INTEREST-BEARING LIABILITIES  ................................................................................................................................. 86
C2  RISK MANAGEMENT  .....................................................................................................................................................................  87
C3  CAPITAL MANAGEMENT  ........................................................................................................................................................ 90
C4  FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL ASSETS AND LIABILITIES  .................................................................. 90
C5  HEDGING AND DERIVATIVES  ........................................................................................................................................... 93
C6  SHARE CAPITAL AND RESERVES  ...............................................................................................................................  95
C7  OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME  ....................................................................................................................... 96
D TAXATION  .........................................................................................................................................................................................................  97
D1   INCOME TAX EXPENSE  ...........................................................................................................................................................  97
D2  DEFERRED TAX ................................................................................................................................................................................... 98
E GROUP STRUCTURE  .....................................................................................................................................................................  100
E1  JOINT ARRANGEMENTS  ...................................................................................................................................................  100
E2  BUSINESS COMBINATIONS ............................................................................................................................................. 102
E3  CONTROLLED ENTITIES  ..................................................................................................................................................... 103
E4  DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS AND ASSETS HELD FOR SALE  .................................... 106
F OTHER INFORMATION  ................................................................................................................................................................. 108
F1  CONTINGENT LIABILITIES  ................................................................................................................................................. 108
F2  COMMITMENTS  ............................................................................................................................................................................... 109
F3  SHARE-BASED PAYMENTS  .............................................................................................................................................. 109
F4  RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES  .............................................................................................................................. 110
F5  KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL  ......................................................................................................................... 111
F6  NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS  .................................................................................. 111
F7  AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION  ....................................................................................................................................... 112
F8  MASTER NETTING OR SIMILAR AGREEMENTS  .................................................................................. 112
F9  DEED OF CROSS GUARANTEE  .................................................................................................................................. 113
F10 PARENT ENTITY DISCLOSURES ................................................................................................................................ 115
F11 NEW STANDARDS AND INTERPRETATIONS NOT YET ADOPTED  .......................... 115
F12 SUBSEQUENT EVENTS  ......................................................................................................................................................... 116
DIRECTORS’ DECLARATION  ....................................................................................................................................................... 117
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT  .............................................................................................................................. 118

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

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ORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016INCOME STATEMENT
 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE

Continuing operations
Revenue
Other income
Expenses
Results of equity accounted investees
Interest income
Interest expense

Loss before income tax
Income tax benefit

Loss for the period from continuing operations

Discontinued operations
Profit/(loss) from discontinued operations

Loss for the period

(Loss)/profit for the period attributable to:
Members of the parent entity
Non-controlling interests

Loss for the period

Earnings per share
Basic earnings per share
Diluted earnings per share

(Loss)/profit for the period from continuing operations attributable to:
Members of the parent entity
Non-controlling interests

Loss for the period

Earnings per share from continuing operations
Basic earnings per share
Diluted earnings per share

Note

2016 
$million

2015 
$million

A2
A2
A3
A4
A2
A3

D1

E4

 11,923 
 33 
(12,127)
(228)
 222 
(560)

(737)
 133 

(604)

 11,893 
 197 
(12,260)
(87)
 112 
(389)

(534)
 85 

(449)

 28 

(141)

(576)

(590)

(589)
 13 

(576)

(658)
 68 

(590)

A5
A5

(37.3) cents
(37.3) cents

(52.1) cents
(52.1) cents

(610)
 6 

(604)

(459)
 10 

(449)

A5
A5

(38.7) cents
(38.7) cents

(36.3) cents
(36.3) cents

The income statement should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes set out on pages 73 to 116.

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INCOME STATEMENT

STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE

Loss for the period

Other comprehensive income

Items that will not be reclassified to the income statement
Actuarial gain on defined benefit superannuation plan

Items that may be reclassified to the income statement
Foreign currency translation differences for foreign operations

Available for sale financial assets
Valuation gain taken to equity

Cash flow hedges
Changes in fair value of cash flow hedges
Net loss on hedge of net investment in foreign operations
Total items that may be reclassified to the income statement

Total other comprehensive income for the period, net of tax

C7

Total comprehensive income for the period

Total comprehensive income attributable to:
Items that will not be reclassified to the income statement
Members of the parent entity
Non-controlling interests

Items that may be reclassified to the income statement
Members of the parent entity
Non-controlling interests

Total comprehensive income for the period

Total comprehensive income for the period attributable to members of the parent entity arising from:

Continuing operations
Discontinued operations

Note

2016  
$million

(576)

2015  
$million

(590)

–

 5 

 80 

 180 

 6 

 20 

 247 
(18)
 315 

 315 

(261)

 – 
 – 
 – 

(272)
 11 
(261)

(261)

(324)
 52 

 173 
(71)
 302 

 307 

(283)

 5 
 – 
 5 

(284)
(4)
(288)

(283)

(10)
(269)

The statement of comprehensive income should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes set out on pages 73 to 116.

STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

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ORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
AS AT 30 JUNE

Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Derivatives
Other financial assets
Income tax receivable
Assets classified as held for sale
Other assets

Total current assets

Non-current assets
Trade and other receivables
Derivatives
Other financial assets
Investments accounted for using the equity method
Property, plant and equipment
Exploration and evaluation assets
Development assets
Intangible assets
Other assets

Total non-current assets
Total assets

Current liabilities
Trade and other payables
Interest-bearing liabilities
Derivatives
Other financial liabilities
Provision for income tax
Employee benefits
Provisions
Liabilities classified as held for sale

Total current liabilities

Non-current liabilities
Trade and other payables
Interest-bearing liabilities
Derivatives
Deferred tax liabilities
Employee benefits
Provisions

Total non-current liabilities
Total liabilities
Net assets

Equity
Share capital
Reserves
Retained earnings

Total parent entity interest
Non-controlling interests – Contact Energy 
Non-controlling interests – other

Total equity

Note

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

B1

C5
B6

E4

B1
C5
B6
A4
B3
B2
B2
B4

C1
C5
B6

B5
E4

C1
C5
D2

B5

C6

 146 
 1,945 
 248 
 253 
 312 
 59 
 471 
 137 

 3,571 

 3 
 1,134 
 4,943 
 5,945 
 5,685 
 1,932 
 292 
 5,366 
 27 

 151 
 2,085 
 239 
 15 
 207 
 79 
 5,441 
 104 

 8,321 

 5 
 859 
 3,553 
 6,467 
 6,505 
 1,894 
 239 
 5,481 
 43 

 25,327 
 28,898 

 25,046 
 33,367 

 2,048 
 110 
 18 
 375 
 6 
 215 
 71 
 46 

 2,889 

 68 
 9,506 
 1,050 
 110 
 35 
 710 

 11,479 
 14,368 
 14,530 

 7,150 
 857 
 6,502 

 14,509 
 – 
 21 

 14,530 

 2,037 
 38 
 31 
 156 
 4 
 260 
 74 
 2,575 

 5,175 

 89 
 11,839 
 1,309 
 147 
 35 
 614 

 14,033 
 19,208 
 14,159 

 4,599 
 576 
 7,548 

 12,723 
 1,244 
 192 

 14,159

The statement of financial position should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes set out on pages 73 to 116.

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE

$million

Balance as at 1 July 2015

Other comprehensive income 
(refer to note C7)
(Loss)/profit

Total comprehensive income 
for the period
Dividends paid (refer to note A6)
Movement in share capital  
(refer to note C6)
Share-based payments
Sale of Contact Energy
Transfer within reserves

Total transactions with owners 
recorded directly in equity
Balance as at 30 June 2016

Share-based 
payments 
reserve

Foreign 
currency 
translation 
reserve

 171 

 315 

Share 
capital

 4,599 

Hedging 
reserve

 71 

Available-
for-sale 
reserve

 19 

Retained 
earnings

 7,548 

Non-
controlling 
interests

Total  
equity

 1,436 

 14,159 

 – 
 – 

 – 
 – 

 2,551 
 – 
 – 
 – 

 2,551 
 7,150 

 – 
 – 

 – 
 – 

 – 
 32 
(6)
 – 

 64 
 – 

 64 
 – 

 – 
 – 
(65)
 – 

 247 
 – 

 247 
 – 

 – 
 – 
 3 
 – 

 6 
 – 

 6 
 – 

 – 
 – 
 – 
 – 

 – 
(589)

(589)
(452)

 – 
 – 
 – 
(5)

(2)
 13 

 11 
(8)

 – 
 – 
(1,423)
 5 

 315 
(576)

(261)
(460)

 2,551 
 32 
(1,491)
 – 

 26 
 197 

(65)
 314 

 3 
 321 

 – 
 25 

(457)
 6,502 

(1,426)
 21 

 632 
 14,530 

Balance as at 1 July 2014

 4,520 

 139 

 132 

(100)

(1)

 8,754 

 1,685 

 15,129 

Other comprehensive income 
(refer to note C7)
(Loss)/profit

Total comprehensive income 
for the period

Dividends paid (refer to note A6)

Movement in share capital  
(refer to note C6)
Share-based payments

 – 
 – 

 – 

 – 

 79 
 – 

Total transactions with owners 
recorded directly in equity
Balance as at 30 June 2015

 79 
 4,599 

 – 
 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 
 32 

 32 
 171 

 183 
 – 

 171 
 – 

 183 

 171 

 – 

 – 
 – 

 – 
 315 

 – 

 – 
 – 

 – 
 71 

 20 
 – 

 20 

 – 

 – 
 – 

 – 
 19 

 5 
(658)

(653)

(553)

 – 
 – 

(72)
 68 

(4)

(248)

 – 
 3 

 307 
(590)

(283)

(801)

 79 
 35 

(553)
 7,548 

(245)
 1,436 

(687)
 14,159

The statement of changes in equity should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes set out on pages 73 to 116.

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

71

ORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE

Cash flows from operating activities
Cash receipts from customers
Cash paid to suppliers
Cash generated from operations
Income taxes paid, net of refunds received

Net cash from operating activities

Cash flows from investing activities
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment
Acquisition of exploration and development assets
Acquisition of other assets
Investment in joint ventures
Interest received from equity accounted investees
Interest received from other parties
Net proceeds from sale of investment in Contact Energy
Net proceeds from sale of non-current assets
Loans to equity accounted investees

Net cash used in investing activities

Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from borrowings
Repayment of borrowings
Proceeds from share rights issue
Interest paid
Dividends paid by the parent entity
Dividends paid to non-controlling interests

Net cash (used in)/from financing activities

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period(1)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period

Note

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

F6

 14,040 
(12,688)
 1,352 
 52 

 1,404 

(460)
(112)
(119)
(10)
 338 
 1 
 1,599 
 118 
(1,544)

(189)

 9,102 
(11,792)
 2,496 
(611)
(410)
(8)

(1,223)

(8)
 155 
(1)

 146 

 15,875 
(13,933)
 1,942 
(109)

 1,833 

(564)
(920)
(250)
(34)
 165 
 – 
 – 
 19 
(2,330)

(3,914)

 16,021 
(12,756)
 – 
(547)
(474)
(248)

 1,996 

(85)
 228 
 12 

 155 

(1)  Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period of $155 million includes $4 million of cash and cash equivalents which are classified as held for sale. Refer to note E4.

The statement of cash flows should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes set out on pages 73 to 116.

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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

  OVERVIEW

Origin Energy Limited (the Company) is a for profit company domiciled in Australia. The address of the Company’s registered office is Level 45, 
Australia Square, 264-278 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000. The nature of the operations and principal activities of the Company and its 
controlled entities (the Group) are described in the Segment information. 

The consolidated general purpose financial statements of the Group for the year ended 30 June 2016 were authorised for issue in accordance 
with a resolution of the directors on 18 August 2016. 

The financial statements:

 — have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), Australian Accounting Standards and other 
authoritative pronouncements of the Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) and International Financial Reporting Standards as 
issued by the International Accounting Standards Board;

 — have been prepared on a historical cost basis, except for derivative financial instruments, environmental scheme certificates, surrender 

obligations, available for sale financial assets and assets and liabilities classified as held for sale that are carried at their fair value; and trade and 
other receivables that are initially recognised at fair value, and subsequently measured at amortised cost less accumulated impairment losses;

 — are presented in Australian dollars; 
 — present reclassified comparative information where required for consistency with the current year’s presentation;
 — adopt all new and amended Accounting Standards and Interpretations issued by the AASB that are relevant to the operations of the Group 

and effective for reporting periods beginning on or after 1 July 2015; and

 — do not early adopt any Accounting Standards and Interpretations that have been issued or amended but are not yet effective. Refer to note 

F11 for further details.

KEY JUDGEMENTS AND ESTIMATES
In the process of applying the Group’s accounting policies, a number of judgements and estimates have been made. Judgements and estimates 
which are material to the financial statements are found in the following notes:

 — Income (note A2)
 — Trade and other receivables (note B1)
 — Exploration, evaluation and development assets (note B2)
 — Property, plant and equipment (note B3)
 — Intangible assets (note B4)
 — Provisions (note B5)
 — Fair value of financial assets and liabilities (note C4)
 — Income tax expense (note D1)

Estimates of recoverable amounts are based on an asset’s value in use or fair value less costs to sell, using a discounted cash flow method.  
This requires estimates and assumptions to be made about highly uncertain external factors such as future commodity prices, foreign exchange 
rates, discount rates, the effects of inflation, climate change policies, supply-and-demand conditions, reserves, future operating profiles and 
production costs.

The recoverable amounts of non-current assets have been assessed at 30 June 2016 based on the types of judgements and estimates described 
above. Where required, any impairment has been recognised in the income statement.

73

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIES  A  RESULTS FOR THE YEAR

This section highlights the performance of the Group for the year, including results by operating segment, income and expenses, results of equity 
accounted investments, earnings per share and dividends. The Group’s operating segments have been updated since 30 June 2015 to reflect the 
shift in focus from project delivery to the ongoing operations of integrated exploration and production activities of Australia Pacific LNG. The 
comparative balances have been restated to conform to current period presentation. 

A1  SEGMENTS
The Group’s Managing Director monitors the operating results of the business using operating segments which are organised according to the 
nature and/or geography of the activities undertaken. This section includes the results by operating segment (A1.1), segment assets and liabilities 
(A1.2) and geographical information for revenue and non-current assets (A1.3).

A1.1  Segment result for the year ended 30 June

$million

Revenue
Segment revenue
Eliminations

External revenue

Underlying EBITDA
Depreciation and amortisation
Share of ITDA of equity 
accounted investees

Underlying EBIT
Net financing costs(5)
Income tax expense(6)
Non-controlling interests (NCI)

Segment result and 
underlying profit(7)

Energy Markets(1)

Integrated Gas(2)

Contact Energy(3)

Corporate(4)

Consolidated

Ref.

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

 11,423 
 – 

 11,269 
 – 

 11,423 

 11,269 

 1,330 
(326)

 1,260 
(304)

 – 

 – 

 1,004 

 956 

(a)

(b)

(c)

 674 
(174)

 500 

 386 
(278)

(293)

(185)
(30)

 796 
(172)

 624 

 498 
(314)

(62)

 122 
 – 

 251 
 – 

 251 

 2,257 
(3)

 2,254 

 61 
(20)

 – 

 41 
(15)
(4)
(12)

 487 
(189)

 – 

 298 
(101)
(55)
(77)

 – 
 – 

 – 

(81)
 – 

(3)

(84)
(64)
 (282)
(4)

 – 
 – 

 – 

 12,348 
(174)

 14,322 
(175)

 12,174 

 14,147 

(96)
 – 

 1,696 
 (624)

 2,149 
(807)

 – 

(96)
(68)
(294)
(3)

 (296)

 776 
 (109)
 (286)
 (16)

(62)

 1,280 
(169)
(349)
(80)

 1,004 

 956 

(215)

 122 

 10 

 65 

(434)

(461)

 365 

 682 

Items excluded from 
underlying profit
Fair value and foreign 
exchange movements
LNG related items pre 
revenue recognition
Disposals, impairments and 
business restructuring
Tax and NCI on items excluded 
from underlying profit

(d)

(e)

(f)

(55)

(22)

(167)

(702)

(10)

(34)

(53)

(16)

(285)

(774)

 – 

(4)

 – 

(304)

(222)

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

(304)

(222)

 177 

(505)

(554)

 14 

(287)

(286)

(99)

(781)

(763)

Items excluded from 
underlying profit
Statutory loss attributable to members of the parent entity(8)

 155 

(59)

(976)

 6 

 43 

 410 

 376 

 416 

 419 

(1,478)

 10 

(278)

 71 

 261 

(954)
(589)

(1,340)
(658)

(1)  Energy retailing, power generation and LPG operations predominantly in Australia.
(2)  Gas and oil exploration and production in Australia and New Zealand and the Group’s investment in Australia Pacific LNG and the results of the Group’s activities as Australia 
Pacific LNG Upstream Operator. Costs incurred in relation to the Group’s role as the Australia Pacific LNG Upstream Operator are recharged to Australia Pacific LNG in 
accordance with the Shareholder Agreement. 
Includes the Group’s 53.09 per cent controlling interest in Contact Energy Limited (Contact Energy), which is involved in energy retailing and power generation in New Zealand,  
up to the date of sale of the Group’s interest in Contact Energy on 10 August 2015. The results of Contact Energy are classified as a discontinued operation in the period to  
30 June 2016 (refer to note E4). It also includes $6 million (2015: $10 million) of net financing costs and $5 million of income tax benefit and NCI (2015: $4 million of income tax 
expense and NCI) relating to the Group’s funding of its investment which are classified as continuing operations and are now recorded in the Corporate segment.

(3) 

(4)  Various business development and support activities that are not allocated to operating segments.
(5)  Net financing costs have been allocated to the Integrated Gas segment relating to the LNG business and also to the Contact Energy segment (until disposal on 10 August 2015).
(6)  Income tax expense for entities in the Origin tax consolidated group is allocated to the Corporate segment.
(7)  Underlying profit includes $354 million (2015: $603 million) from continuing operations and $11 million (2015: $79 million) from discontinued operations.  

Discontinued operations comprise the Contact Energy segment result adjusted for Group funding costs of $1 million (2015:$14 million).

(8)  Includes $610 million loss (2015: $459 million loss) from continuing operations and $21 million profit from discontinued operations (2015: $199 million loss).  

Discontinued operations comprise the Contact Energy segment result adjusted for Group funding costs of $1 million (2015:$14 million).

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESA1  SEGMENTS (CONTINUED)

Explanatory notes to segment results for the year ended 30 June

(a) Segment revenue eliminations
Sales between segments occur on an arm’s length basis. The Integrated Gas segment sells gas and LPG to the Energy Markets segment and 
previously LPG to Contact Energy. Contact Energy previously sold electricity to the Integrated Gas segment.

(b) Underlying EBITDA
Represents underlying earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA). Includes the Group’s share of underlying EBITDA 
from equity accounted investees of $111 million (2015: $53 million).

(c) Net financing costs
Net financing costs is the aggregation of interest income of $222 million (2015:$112 million), interest expense of $560 million (2015:$389 
million) from continuing operations, net interest expense of $9 million relating to discontinued operations (2015:$91 million), less net interest 
expense relating to Australia Pacific LNG funding of $238 million (2015:$199 million). 

(d) Fair value and foreign exchange movements

$million
Decrease in fair value of financial instruments
LNG foreign currency loss
LNG translation of foreign denominated long-term tax balances
Tax benefit/(expense) on translation of foreign denominated long-term tax balances

(e) LNG related items pre revenue recognition

Net financing costs incurred in funding the Australia Pacific LNG project
LNG pre-production costs not able to be capitalised

(f) Disposals, impairments and business restructuring

Gain on sale of Contact Energy
Gain on sale of Mortlake Terminal Station
Capital tax loss recognition
Release of unfavourable contract liability on renegotiation of the Smithfield PPA

Disposals

Integrated Gas

New Zealand onshore assets
Cooper Basin
BassGas
Otway Basin
Surat Basin
Contact Energy

Goodwill
Corporate

IT transformation
Investment in Energia Andina S.A.
Investment in OTP Geothermal Pte Ltd

Other

Impairments

Integration and transformation costs
Restructure costs
Contact Energy’s retail transformation costs
Corporate transaction costs
Uplift in tax cost base/tax depreciation reinstatement

Business restructuring

2016

2015

Gross
(234)
(42)
(9)
 – 

(285)

(238)
(66)

(304)

 14 
 24 
 – 
 – 
 38 

 30 
(111)
(204)
(236)
 30 

Tax  
and NCI
 73 
 12 
 – 
 5 

 90 

 71 
 11 

 82 

 – 
(7)
 28 
 – 
 21 

(9)
 34 
 61 
 70 
(9)

Gross
(683)
(40)
(51)
 – 

(774)

(199)
(23)

(222)

 – 
 – 
 – 
 193 
 193 

(73)
(257)
(174)
(50)
 – 

 – 

 – 

(265)

(94)
(86)
(20)
 – 
(691)

(5)
(111)
 – 
(12)
 – 
(128)

 29 
 – 
 – 
 – 
 176 

 2 
 33 
 – 
 3 
 9 
 47 

(72)
 – 
 – 
 2 
(889)

(36)
 – 
(22)
(9)
 – 
(67)

Tax  
and NCI
 216 
 11 
 – 
(30)

 197 

 60 
 – 

 60 

 – 
 – 
 – 
(58)
(58)

 20 
 77 
 52 
 15 
 – 

 – 

 22 
 – 
 – 
 – 
 186 

 11 
 – 
 6 
 2 
 15 
 34 

Total disposals, impairments and business restructuring

(781)

 244 

(763)

 162

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESA1  SEGMENTS (CONTINUED)

Explanatory notes to segment results for the year ended 30 June (continued) 

A1.2  Segment assets and liabilities as at 30 June

$million

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

2016

2015

Energy Markets

Integrated Gas

Contact Energy(2)

Corporate

Consolidated

 12,349 

 12,398 

 4,527 

 4,889 

 – 

 5,362 

 277 

 159 

 17,153 

 22,808 

Assets
Segment assets 
Investments accounted 
for using the equity 
method (refer to note A4)
Cash, funding related 
derivatives and tax assets

Total assets
Liabilities
Segment liabilities
Financial liabilities, 
interest-bearing liabilities, 
funding related derivatives 
and tax liabilities(3)

 – 

 – 

 5,945 

 6,231 

 12,349 

 12,398 

 15,320 

 14,424 

 4,848 

 3,304

(2,250)

(2,015)

(1,336)

(1,479)

(6,905)

(7,579)

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 –

 – 

 – 

 – 

 236 

 5,945 

 6,467 

 79 

 952 

 709

 5,800 

 4,092

 5,441 

 1,229 

 1,104 

 28,898 

 33,367 

(264)

(380)

(438)

(3,966)

(4,196)

(2,532)

(3,497)

(4,901)

(10,402)

(15,012)

(2,796)

(3,877)

(5,339)

(14,368)

(19,208)

Total liabilities

(2,250)

(2,015)

(8,241)

(9,058)

Acquisitions of non-
current assets (includes 
capital expenditure)(1)

 223 

 307 

 405 

 1,333 

 7 

 98 

 18 

 127 

 653 

 1,865 

(1)  Cash contributions of $1,544 million (2015:$2,330 million) to Australia Pacific LNG are not treated as acquisitions as they are accounted for as loans rather than an increase  

in the Group’s investment.
Includes amounts which are classified as held for sale at 30 June 2015 and liabilities of $221 million relating to funding of Contact Energy.

(2) 
(3)  The net cash proceeds from the equity rights issue of $2,496 million have been applied to the Integrated Gas interest-bearing liabilities and the proceeds from the sale of Contact 

Energy of $1,599 million have been applied to the Corporate interest-bearing liabilities.

A1.3  Geographical information
Detailed below is revenue based on the location of the customer and non-current assets (excluding derivatives and other financial assets) based 
on the location of the assets. 

Revenue for the year ended 30 June
Australia
New Zealand
Other

Revenue from continuing operations

New Zealand

Revenue from discontinued operations

Total external revenue

Non-current assets as at 30 June
Australia
New Zealand
Other
Total non-current assets(1)

(1)  Excludes amounts which are classified as held for sale at 30 June 2015 and 30 June 2016. Refer to note E4.

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

11,635 
 132 
 156 

 11,607 
 152 
 134 

 11,923 

 11,893 

 251 

 251 

 2,254 

 2,254 

 12,174 

 14,147 

 18,712 
495 
 43 

 19,524 
 798 
 312 

 19,250 

 20,634 

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIES 
A2 

INCOME

Income from continuing operations
Revenue(2)
Net gain on sale of assets
Release of unfavourable contract liability 
Other

Other income

Interest earned from other parties
Interest earned on Australia Pacific LNG MRCPS (refer to note E1)
Interest income(3)

2016 
$million(1)

2015 
$million(1)

 11,923 
 25 
– 
 8 

 33 

 2 
 220 

 222 

 11,893 
 2 
193
 2 

 197 

 – 
 112 

 112 

(1)  Excludes amounts classified as discontinued operations at 30 June 2015 and 30 June 2016. Refer to note E4.
(2)  Revenue from the sale of oil and gas by the Integrated Gas segment is recognised when title to the commodity passes to the customer. Revenue from the sale of electricity and gas 

by the Energy Markets segment is recognised on delivery of the product. Amount excludes revenue from discontinued operations of $251 million (2015: $2,254 million). Note A1 
provides segment revenue.
Interest income is recognised as it accrues. 

(3) 

Key estimate: unbilled revenue
At the end of each period, the volume of energy supplied since a customer’s last bill is estimated in determining the unbilled revenue included in income. 
This estimation requires judgement and is based on historical customer consumption patterns. 

Related to this are unbilled network expenses for unread gas and electricity meters which are estimated based on historical customer consumption 
patterns and accrued at the end of the reporting period. This is recorded within Trade and other payables in the Statement of Financial Position.

A3 EXPENSES

Expenses from continuing operations
Raw materials and consumables used
Labour(2)
Exploration 
Depreciation and amortisation 
Impairment of assets
Decrease in fair value of financial instruments
Net foreign exchange loss
Other(3)

Expenses
Interest charged by other parties
Impact of discounting on long-term provisions
Interest expense related to Australia Pacific LNG funding

Interest expense

Financing costs capitalised(4)

2016 
$million(1)

2015 
$million(1)

 8,964 
 737 
 63 
 603 
 691 
 224 
 41 
 804 

 12,127 
 56 
 16 
 488 

 560 

 90 

 8,749 
 770 
 29 
 620 
 624 
 649 
 36 
 783 

 12,260 
 63 
 15 
 311 

 389 

 118 

(1)  Excludes amounts classified as discontinued operations at 30 June 2015 and 30 June 2016. Refer to note E4.
(2) 
(3) 
(4)  Financing costs incurred for the construction of a qualifying asset are capitalised whilst the asset is being constructed or prepared for use at the rate applicable to the borrowings. 

Includes contributions to defined contribution superannuation funds from continuing operations of $47 million (2015: $66 million).
Includes operating lease rental expense of $79 million (2015: $93 million) from continuing operations.

Where borrowings are not specific to an asset, financing costs are calculated at an average rate based on the general borrowings of the Group (2016: 4.40 per cent; 2015:  
4.90 per cent).

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESA4 RESULTS OF EQUITY ACCOUNTED INVESTEES

$million

2016
Australia Pacific LNG(1)
Other joint venture entities

Total 

Group’s share of Australia Pacific LNG’s items excluded from underlying consolidated profit(2)

Total excluding Group’s share of Australia Pacific LNG’s items excluded from underlying 
consolidated profit(3)

2015
Australia Pacific LNG(1)
Other joint venture entities

Total 

Group’s share of Australia Pacific LNG’s items excluded from underlying consolidated profit(2)

Total excluding Group’s share of Australia Pacific LNG’s items excluded from underlying 
consolidated profit(3)

$million  
as at
Australia Pacific LNG(1)
Other joint venture entities(4)

Share of 
interest, tax, 
depreciation 
and 
amortisation 
(ITDA)

Share of 
EBITDA

Share of net 
(loss)/profit

 62 
–

 62 

 49 

 111 

 16 
(2)

 14 

 39 

 53 

(287)
(3)

(290)

(6)

(296)

(101)
–

(101)

 39 

(62)

(225)
(3)

(228)

 43 

(185)

(85)
(2)

(87)

 78 

(9)

Equity accounted investment 
carrying amount

2016
 5,945 
–

 5,945 

2015
 6,231 
 236 

 6,467 

(1)  Australia Pacific LNG’s summary financial information is separately disclosed in note E1. 
(2)  Detailed further in note E1.
(3)  Disclosure is provided to enable the reconciliation to share of interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation of equity accounted investees included in the segment analysis in note A1.
(4)  Reflects the impairment of Energia Andina S.A. and the transfer to held for sale of OTP Geothermal Pte Ltd and Energia Austral SpA.

A5  EARNINGS PER SHARE   

Earnings per share based on statutory consolidated loss
Basic earnings per share
Diluted earnings per share 

Basic earnings per share from continuing operations
Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations

Basic earnings per share from discontinued operations
Diluted earnings per share from discontinued operations

Earnings per share based on underlying consolidated profit(1)
Underlying basic earnings per share
Underlying diluted earnings per share

(1)  Refer to note A1 for a reconciliation of underlying consolidated profit to statutory loss.

2016

Restated  
2015

(37.3) cents
(37.3) cents

(52.1) cents
(52.1) cents

(38.7) cents
(38.7) cents

(36.3) cents
(36.3) cents

1.3 cents
1.3 cents

(15.8) cents
(15.8) cents

23.2 cents
23.2 cents

54.0 cents
54.0 cents

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Restatement of weighted average number of shares used as the denominator
During the period, Origin completed a rights issue of 636,086,881 shares at $4.00 per share. The price was at a 34.4 per cent discount to the 
market price and therefore a bonus was received by shareholders who participated in the rights issue. Accordingly, earnings per share for the 
2015 comparative period have been adjusted for the bonus element of the issue by multiplying the average weighted number of shares prior  
to the rights issue by 1.14 (i.e. a 14 per cent bonus element). 

Average weighted number of shares pre adjustment for rights issue
Bonus element of rights issue
Average weighted number of shares adjusted for rights issue

2015
1,106,483,636 
157,477,072 
1,263,960,708 

Calculation of earnings per share
Basic earnings per share is calculated as profit for the period attributable to the parent entity (2016: $589 million loss; 2015: $658 million loss) 
divided by the average weighted number of shares.

Basic earnings per share from continuing operations is calculated as profit for the period from continuing operations attributable to the parent 
entity (2016: $610 million loss; 2015: $459 million loss) divided by the average weighted number of shares (2016: 1,578,213,157; 2015: 
1,263,960,708).

Diluted underlying earnings per share represents profit for the period attributable to the parent entity divided by an average weighted number  
of shares (2016: 1,580,493,399; 2015; 1,264,413,970) which has been adjusted to reflect the number of shares which would be issued if 
outstanding options, performance share rights and deferred shares rights were to be exercised (2016: 2,280,242; 2015: 453,262). 

Due to the statutory loss attributable to the parent entity for the year ended 30 June 2016, the effect of these instruments and the impact  
of the share rights issue on these instruments has been excluded in the 30 June 2016 calculation of diluted earnings per share and diluted 
earnings per share from continuing operations as they would reduce the loss per share.

A6  DIVIDENDS
The Directors have determined not to pay a final dividend for the year ended 30 June 2016. The following dividends were paid during the  
year ended 30 June:

Final dividend of 25 cents per share, unfranked, paid 28 September 2015  
(2015: Final dividend of 25 cents per share, unfranked, paid 26 September 2014)

Interim dividend of 10 cents per share, unfranked, paid 31 March 2016  
(2015: Interim dividend of 25 cents per share, unfranked, paid 31 March 2015)

Dividend franking account 
Franking credits available to shareholders of Origin Energy Limited for subsequent financial years are: 

Australian franking credits available at 30 per cent
New Zealand franking credits available at 28 per cent (in NZD)

Franking credits can only be used when the Group is able to declare franked dividends.

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

 277 

 175 

 452 

–
304

 276 

 277 

 553 

–
 305 

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This section provides information on the assets used to generate the Group’s trading performance and the liabilities incurred as a result.

B1  TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES
The following balances are amounts which are due from the Group’s customers.

Current
Trade receivables net of allowance for impairment
Unbilled revenue net of allowance for impairment
Other receivables

Non-current
Trade receivables

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

 632 
 992 
 321 

 1,945 

 3 

 3 

 716 
 1,135 
 234 

 2,085 

 5 

 5 

Trade and other receivables are initially recorded at the amount billed to customers. Unbilled receivables represent estimated gas and electricity 
services supplied to customers since their previous bill was issued. Trade and other receivables (including unbilled revenue) reflect the amount 
anticipated to be collected. The collectability of these balances is assessed on an ongoing basis. When there is evidence that an amount will not  
be collected, it is provided for and then written off. If receivables are subsequently recovered, the amounts are credited against other expenses  
in the income statement when collected. 

The Group’s customers are required to pay in accordance with agreed payment terms. Depending on the customer segment, settlement terms 
are generally 14 to 30 days from the date of the invoice. Credit approval processes are in place for large customers. All credit and recovery risk 
associated with trade receivables has been provided for in the statement of financial position.

Key judgements and estimates
Recoverability of trade receivables: Judgement is required in determining the level of provisioning for customer debts. Impairment allowances take 
into account the age of the debt, prevailing economic conditions and historic collection trends.
Unbilled revenue: Unbilled gas and electricity revenue is not collectable until customers’ meters are read and invoices issued. Refer to note  
A2 for judgement applied in determining the amount of unbilled gas and electricity revenue to recognise.

The average age of trade receivables is 18 days (2015: 22 days). At 30 June, the ageing of trade receivables that were not impaired was as follows:

Not yet due
1-30 days past due
31-60 days past due
61-90 days past due
91 days past due

The movement in the allowance for impairment in respect of trade receivables and unbilled revenue during the 
year is as follows:

Balance as at 1 July
Impairment losses recognised
Transfers to held for sale
Amounts written off

Balance as at 30 June

2016  
$million
419
99
32
21
61

 632 

 97 
 67 
(2)
(75)

 87 

2015  
$million
 447 
 88 
 65 
 31 
 85 

 716 

 117 
 83 
(9)
(94)

 97

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Balance as at 1 July 
Additions
Exploration expense
Transfers to held for sale
Transfers
Effect of movements in foreign exchange rates

Balance as at 30 June

Exploration and evaluation assets

Development assets

2016  
$million

 1,894 
 107 
(63)
(9)
 – 
 3 

 1,932 

2015  
$million

 1,120 
 940 
(29)
 – 
(145)
 8 

 1,894 

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

 239 
 53 
 – 
 – 
 – 
 – 

 292 

 – 
 94 
 – 
 – 
 145 
 – 

 239 

The Group holds a number of exploration permits which are grouped into areas of interest according to geographical and geological attributes. 
Expenditure incurred in each area of interest is accounted for using the successful efforts method. Under this method all general exploration  
and evaluation costs are expensed as incurred except the direct costs of acquiring the rights to explore, drilling exploratory wells and evaluating 
the results of drilling. These direct costs are capitalised as exploration and evaluation assets pending the determination of the success of the well. 
If a well does not result in a successful discovery, the previously capitalised costs are immediately expensed.

The carrying amounts of exploration and evaluation assets are reviewed at each reporting date to determine whether any of the following 
indicators of impairment are present: 

 — the right to explore has expired, or will expire in the near future, and is not expected to be renewed;
 — further exploration for and evaluation of resources in the specific area is not budgeted or planned; 
 — the Group has decided to discontinue activities in the area; or 
 — there is sufficient data to indicate the carrying value is unlikely to be recovered in full from successful development or by sale.

Where an indicator of impairment exists, the asset’s recoverable amount is estimated and an impairment is recognised in the income statement  
if required.  

Key judgement: recoverability of exploration and evaluation assets 
Assessment of the recoverability of capitalised exploration and evaluation expenditure requires certain estimates and assumptions to be made as to future 
events and circumstances, particularly in relation to whether economic quantities of reserves have been discovered. Such estimates and assumptions may 
change as new information becomes available. If it is concluded that the carrying value of an exploration and evaluation asset is unlikely to be recovered 
by future exploitation or sale, the relevant amount will be written off to the income statement. 

Upon approval of the commercial development of a project, the exploration and evaluation asset is classified as a development asset. Once 
production commences, development assets are transferred to property, plant and equipment. 

Acquisition of exploration permits in the Browse Basin
In August 2014, the Group acquired a 40 per cent interest in two offshore exploration permits in the Browse Basin in Western Australia.  
Origin paid US$600 million cash consideration with additional payments of US$75 million payable upon a project Final Investment Decision  
(FID) and US$75 million payable upon first production. A further payment of up to US$50 million will be payable on first production if Proved plus 
Probable (2P) reserves at the time of FID reach certain thresholds. 

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property, plant 
and equipment

Other land  
and buildings

Other plant 
and equipment

Producing 
areas of 
interest

Capital work in 
progress

B3  PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

$million

2016
Cost 
Accumulated depreciation

Balance as at 1 July 2015
Additions 
Disposals
Depreciation/amortisation – continuing 
operations
Net impairment loss(1)
Transfers within PP&E
Transfers to held for sale
Effect of movements in foreign exchange rates

 4,327 
(1,000)

 3,327 

 3,715 
 92 
(85)

(184)
 – 
 – 
(211)
 – 

 118 
(40)

 78 

 69 
 15 
 – 

(7)
 – 
 1 
 – 
 – 

 2,944 
(1,670)

 1,274 

 1,659 
 37 
 – 

(157)
(354)
 86 
(7)
 10 

Balance as at 30 June 2016

 3,327 

 78 

 1,274 

2015
Cost 
Accumulated depreciation

Balance as at 1 July 2014
Additions
Disposals
Depreciation/amortisation – continuing 
operations
Depreciation/amortisation – discontinued 
operations
Impairment loss(2)
Transfers within PP&E
Transfers to held for sale
Effect of movements in foreign exchange rates

Balance as at 30 June 2015

 4,604 
(889)

 3,715 

 8,201 
 32 
 – 

(182)

(154)
 – 
 197 
(4,178)
(201)

 3,715 

 102 
(33)

 69 

 79 
 13 
 – 

(5)

(2)
 – 
 – 
(17)
 1 

 69 

 3,284 
(1,625)

 1,659 

 1,963 
 43 
 – 

(182)

(9)
(234)
 92 
(76)
 62 

 1,659 

Total

 9,686 
(4,001)

 5,685 

 6,505 
 518 
(86)

(481)
(491)
 – 
(294)
 14 

 447 
 – 

 447 

 324 
 219 
 – 

 – 
 – 
(87)
(9)
 – 

 447 

 5,685 

 324 
 – 

 324 

 563 
 351 
 – 

 – 

 – 
 – 
(350)
(224)
(16)

 324 

 10,320 
(3,815)

 6,505 

 11,742 
 628 
(2)

(525)

(165)
(554)
 – 
(4,495)
(124)

 6,505 

 1,850 
(1,291)

 559 

 738 
 155 
(1)

(133)
(137)
 – 
(67)
 4 

 559 

 2,006 
(1,268)

 738 

 936 
 189 
(2)

(156)

 – 
(320)
 61 
 – 
 30 

 738 

(1)  Reflects impairments of $204 million (tax benefit $61 million) relating to BassGas assets, impairment of $111 million (tax benefit $34 million) relating to the Cooper Basin and 
impairment of $236 million (tax benefit $70 million) relating to the Otway Basin offset by a reversal of prior impairment on the sale of Surat Basin assets of $30 million (tax 
expense $9 million); a reversal of prior impairment on New Zealand onshore assets of $30 million (tax expense $9 million).

(2)  Reflects impairments of $73 million (tax benefit $20 million) of New Zealand onshore assets, $257 million of Cooper Basin assets (tax benefit $77 million), $174 million of BassGas 

assets (tax benefit $52 million) and $50 million of Otway Basin assets (tax benefit $15 million).

Property, plant and equipment is recorded at cost less accumulated depreciation, depletion, amortisation and impairment charges. Cost includes 
the estimated future cost of required closure and rehabilitation. 

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed to determine if there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the asset’s 
recoverable amount is estimated and if required, an impairment is recognised in the income statement. 

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Several different depreciation methodologies are used by the Group. Sub-surface assets relating to producing areas of interest are amortised  
on a units of production basis. This method applies an average unit depletion cost to current period reserve production. The proved and probable 
reserves (2P) expenditure to date and an estimate of future development expenditure required to develop those reserves are used to derive  
the unit depletion cost. Land and capital work in progress are not depreciated. All other assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis over their 
useful lives.

The range of depreciation rates for the current and comparative period for each class of asset are:

Generation property, plant and equipment
Other land and buildings
Other plant and equipment
Producing areas of interest

%
1 – 33
0 – 18
1 – 50
2 – 25

At 30 June 2016, the Group reassessed the carrying amounts of its non-current assets for indicators of impairment.

Estimates of recoverable amount are based on an asset’s value in use or fair value less costs to sell (level 3 fair value hierarchy), using a discounted 
cash flow method. The recoverable amount of these assets is most sensitive to those assumptions highlighted in the key judgements and 
estimates below.

Key judgements and estimates
Recoverability of carrying values: Assets are grouped together into the smallest group of assets that generate largely independent cash inflows (cash 
generating unit). A Cash Generating Unit’s (“CGU”) recoverable amount comprises the present value of the future cash flows which will arise from use  
of the assets. Assessment of a CGU’s recoverable amount requires estimates and assumptions to be made about highly uncertain external factors such  
as future commodity prices, foreign exchange rates, discount rates, the effects of inflation, climate change policies and the outlook for global or regional 
market supply-and-demand conditions. In addition, the Group makes estimates and assumptions about reserves, future operating profiles and production 
costs. Such estimates and assumptions may change as new information becomes available. If it is concluded that the carrying value of a CGU is not likely 
to be recovered by use or sale, the relevant amount will be written off to the income statement. 
Estimation of reserves: Reserves are estimates of the amount of product that can be extracted from an area of interest. A range of assumptions are 
used to estimate economically recoverable 2P reserves. As the economic assumptions change from period to period, and because additional geological 
information becomes available during the course of operations, estimates of 2P reserves may change from period to period. These changes could impact 
the asset carrying values, unit of production depletion calculations, restoration provisions and deferred tax balances.
Estimation of commodity prices: The Group’s best estimate of future commodity prices is made with reference to internally derived forecast data, 
current spot prices, external market analysts’ forecasts and forward curves. Where volumes are contracted, future prices reflect the contracted price. 
Future commodity price assumptions impact the recoverability of carrying values and are reviewed at least annually. 
Estimation of useful economic lives: A technical assessment of the operating life of an asset requires significant judgement. Useful lives are amended 
prospectively when a change in those assessments occurs. 
Restoration provisions: An asset’s carrying value includes the estimated future cost of required closure and rehabilitation activities. Refer to note B5  
for key judgement related to restoration provisions. 
Future downhole costs: The depletion and amortisation calculation for producing areas of interest is dependent in part on the estimated future 
downhole expenditure required to develop and extract 2P undeveloped reserves. Changes in future downhole expenditure can therefore impact 
amortisation recognised. Future expenditure estimates have been based on the proposed development profiles for the fields. 

Recoverable amounts and resulting impairment write-downs recognised in the year ended 30 June 2016 are:

Area of interest/CGU
New Zealand onshore assets
Surat Basin
Cooper Basin
BassGas assets
Otway Basin

Segment
Integrated Gas
Integrated Gas
Integrated Gas
Integrated Gas
Integrated Gas

Impairment 
$million
 30 
 30 
(111)
(204)
(236)

Recoverable 
amount 
$million
 30 
 30 
 207 
 93 
 865 

(491)

 1,225

In assessing recoverable amount, an asset’s estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate  
that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. The pre-tax discount rates that have  
been applied to the above non-current assets in the current and prior measurement of recoverable amount range between 8.5 per cent and  
9.7 per cent (2015: between 9.3 per cent and 10.3 per cent).

During the prior year, the Halladale Black Watch Speculant exploration asset was reclassified to development assets and is included within the 
Otway Basin CGU.

The impairment charges noted above primarily resulted from a reduction in the reported reserves in the case of BassGas, Cooper and Otway 
Basin CGUs.

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INTANGIBLE ASSETS

Goodwill at cost – Energy Markets
Software and other intangible assets at cost less impairment losses
Less: Accumulated amortisation

Reconciliations of the carrying amounts of each class of intangible asset are set out below:

$million

Balance as at 1 July 2015
Additions 
Impairment loss(1)
Amortisation expense – continuing operations
Effect of movements in foreign exchange rates
Transfers to held for sale(3)

Balance as at 30 June 2016

Balance as at 1 July 2014
Additions
Impairment loss(1)(2)
Amortisation expense – continuing operations
Amortisation expense – discontinued operations
Effect of movements in foreign exchange rates
Transfers to held for sale

Balance as at 30 June 2015

2016  
$million
 4,827 
 1,123 
(584)

 5,366 

Software 
and other 
intangibles

 666 
 95 
(94)
(122)
 – 
(6)

 539 

 882 
 261 
(72)
(95)
(24)
(12)
(274)

 666 

2015  
$million
 4,815 
 1,134 
(468)

 5,481 

Total

 5,481 
 107 
(94)
(122)
 – 
(6)

 5,366 

 6,203 
 261 
(337)
(95)
(24)
(35)
(492)

 5,481 

Goodwill 

 4,815 
 12 
 – 
 – 
 – 
 – 

 4,827 

 5,321 
 – 
(265)
 – 
 – 
(23)
(218)

 4,815 

(1)  During the period a decision was made to write-off an organisation wide IT implementation. As a consequence, an impairment charge of $94 million (2015: $72 million) was 

recognised in the financial statements which reflects the write-off of the intangible asset relating to this project. The intangible asset relating to this project is allocated across  
the reportable segments. The impairment is recorded in the Corporate Segment.

(2)  During the prior period the Group’s investment in Contact Energy was classified as held for sale and was remeasured to the lower of its carrying amount and fair value less costs  

to sell at the time of reclassification resulting in an impairment loss of $265 million being recognised. Refer to note E4.

(3)  Relates to amounts classified as held for sale. Refer to note E4.

Goodwill is stated at cost less any accumulated impairment losses and is not amortised. Software and other intangible assets are stated at cost 
less accumulated amortisation and impairment losses. Amortisation is recognised as an expense on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful 
lives of the intangible assets.

The average amortisation rate for software and other intangibles (excluding capital work in progress) was 12 per cent (2015: 12 per cent).

Key judgement
Carrying values of assets: Refer to note B3 for key judgement relating to carrying values of assets. 

Impairment testing
The recoverable amount of the Energy Markets goodwill has been determined using a value in use model which includes an appropriate terminal 
value. The key inputs and assumptions in the calculation of value in use are: 

Key input/assumptions
Period of cash flow projections  Either 40 years, or the life of each Generation asset, based on the Group’s five-year business plan.

Energy Markets

Customer numbers and 
customer churn 

Gross margin and other 
operating costs per customer
Discount rate

The Energy Markets business is considered a long-term business and as such projection of long-term cash flows  
is appropriate for a more accurate forecast.
Based on review of actual customer numbers and historical data regarding movements in customer numbers  
and levels of customer churn. The historical analysis is considered against current and expected market trends  
and competition for customers. 
Based on review of actual gross margins and cost per customer and consideration of current and expected market 
movements and impacts. 
Pre-tax discount rate of 8.5 per cent (2015: 9.1 per cent).

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$million

Balance as at 1 July 2015
Provisions recognised
Provisions released
Payments/utilisation
Impact of discounting
Effect of movements in foreign exchange rates
Transfers to held for sale(1)

Balance as at 30 June 2016
Current
Non-current

Restoration

 Other

 608 
 135 
(32)
(5)
 14 
 10 
(37)

 693 
 21 
 672 

 693 

 80 
 39 
(3)
(28)
 – 
 – 
 – 

 88 
 50 
 38 

 88 

Total

 688 
 174 
(35)
(33)
 14 
 10 
(37)

 781 
 71 
 710 

 781 

(1)  Relates to amounts classified as held for sale at 30 June 2016. Refer to note E4.

Restoration provisions are initially recognised at the best estimate of the costs to be incurred in settling the obligation. Where restoration 
activities are expected to occur more than 12 months from the reporting period the provision is discounted using a pre-tax rate that reflects 
current market assessments of the time value of money and, where appropriate, the risks specific to the liability. 

At each reporting date, the restoration provision is remeasured in line with changes in discount rates, and changes to the timing or amount  
of the costs to be incurred based on current legal requirements and technology. Any changes in the estimated liability in future periods are  
added to or deducted from the related asset. The unwinding of the discount is recognised in each period as interest expense. 

Key estimate: restoration, rehabilitation and dismantling costs 
The Group estimates the cost of future site restoration activities at the time of installation or construction of an asset, or when an obligation arises. 
Restoration often does not occur for many years and thus significant judgement is required as to the extent of work, cost and timing of future activities.

B6  OTHER FINANCIAL ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

Other financial assets

Current
Environmental scheme certificates
Available-for-sale financial assets

Non-current
Environmental scheme certificates
Available-for-sale financial assets
Mandatorily Redeemable Cumulative Preference Shares issued by Australia Pacific LNG (refer to note E1)(1)

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

 261 
 51 

 312 

 – 
 95 
 4,848 

 4,943 

 168 
 39 

 207 

 154 
 95 
 3,304 

 3,553 

(1)  The Mandatorily Redeemable Cumulative Preference Shares (MRCPS) were cancelled on 1 July 2016 and replaced with US$2.8 billion of MRCPS and US$0.8 billion capital 

contribution. Refer note F12.

Other financial liabilities

Current
Environmental scheme surrender obligations
Other financial liabilities

 270 
 105 

 375 

 156 
 – 

 156 

Financial assets are recognised (or derecognised) on the date on which the Group commits to purchase (or sell) the asset. 

The environmental scheme certificates and surrender obligations are initially recorded at cost. Subsequently, they are recorded at their market 
price (i.e. fair value) where there is an active market. If there is no active market, certificates continue to be recorded at cost.

Investments are designated as available-for-sale financial assets if they do not have fixed maturities and fixed or determinable payments and  
are intended to be held for the medium to long term. The Group’s available-for-sale assets are primarily Settlement Residual Agreements.

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This section focuses on the Group’s capital structure, and related financing costs. Information is also presented about how the Group manages 
capital and the various financial risks to which the Group is exposed through its operating and financing activities. 

C1 

INTEREST-BEARING LIABILITIES

Current
Bank loans – secured
Bank loans – unsecured
Capital market borrowings – unsecured
Total current borrowings
Lease liabilities – secured
Total current interest-bearing liabilities

Non-current
Bank loans – secured
Bank loans – unsecured
Capital market borrowings – unsecured
Total non-current borrowings
Lease liabilities – secured
Total non-current interest-bearing liabilities

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

 – 
 8 
 101 
 109 
 1 
 110 

 – 
 726 
 8,772 
 9,498 
 8 
 9,506 

 25 
 12 
 – 
 37 
 1 
 38 

 212 
 3,061 
 8,559 
 11,832 
 7 
 11,839 

Interest-bearing liabilities are initially recorded at the amount of proceeds received (fair value) less transaction costs. After that date the liability  
is amortised to face value at maturity using an effective interest rate method with any gains or losses recognised in the income statement.

The contractual maturities of non-current borrowings are as follows:

One to two years
Two to five years
Over five years
Total non-current borrowings
Lease liabilities
Total non-current interest-bearing liabilities

2016  
$million
 137 
 3,935 
 5,426 
 9,498 
 8 
 9,506 

2015  
$million
 309 
 5,082 
 6,441 
 11,832 
 7 
 11,839 

Some of the Group’s borrowings are subject to terms which allow the lender to call on the debt should there be a change in control of the Group. 
As at 30 June 2016 these terms had not been triggered.

Significant funding transactions
In October 2015, the Group completed a rights issue of 636,086,881 shares at $4.00 per share. The rights issue was fully underwritten and  
was completed on 2 October 2015 (Institutional rights offer) and 28 October 2015 (Retail rights offer). The net proceeds from the rights issue  
of $2.5 billion were used to pay down Group borrowings. 

In December 2014, the Group amended $6.6 billion of syndicated loan facilities to reduce the interest rate margin, extend the maturities and 
increase the limit of the facilities by $750 million to $7.4 billion. The terms of the bank loan facilities were extended by 16 months to December 
2018 and December 2019 respectively.

In September 2014, the Group issued €1 billion hybrid capital securities on the Luxembourg Exchange which were swapped into A$1.4 billion. 
After hedging to Australian dollars, the cost to the Group is 7.9 per cent per annum for the first 5 years and thereafter at reset rates. The hybrid 
securities mature after 60 years and can be redeemed at years 5 and 10 or on any interest payment date thereafter.

C2  RISK MANAGEMENT
The Group holds or issues financial instruments for the following purposes: 

 — Funding: to finance the Group’s operating activities. The principal types of instruments include syndicated bank loans, bank guarantee 

facilities, senior notes, hybrid securities, cash and short term deposits;

 — Operating: the Group’s day to day business activities generate financial instruments such as cash, trade receivables and trade payables; and
 — Risk management: to reduce risks arising from the financial instruments described above, the Group holds derivatives such as forward 

exchange contracts and interest rate swaps (including cross currency). In addition, a range of standard and bespoke financial instruments  
are held to manage the Group’s exposure to fluctuations in commodity prices.

A number of these financial instruments are recorded at the value which reflects current market conditions, i.e. at fair value. The Group’s 
methodology for calculating fair value can be found in note C4.

Management of these risks is carried out under policies approved by the Board of Directors. The key financial risks to which the Group is exposed 
are explained further in the following sections:

 — Credit risk 
 — Liquidity risk 
 — Market risk (including foreign exchange and price risk) 
 — Interest rate risk 

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C2.1  Credit risk
Credit risk is the risk that a counterparty will not fulfil its financial obligations under a contract or other arrangement. In order to manage credit 
risk the Group has credit limits which determine the level of exposure that it is prepared to accept with respect to counterparties. The Group  
is exposed to credit risk through its normal operating activities primarily through customer contracts, financing activities (including Mandatorily 
Redeemable Cumulative Preference Shares), deposits and the collection risk from arrangements entered into to manage financial risk. 

The Group has Board approved credit risk management policies which allocate credit limits to counterparties based on publicly available credit 
information from recognised providers where available. Credit policies cover exposures generated from the sale of products and the use of 
derivative instruments. The Group also utilises International Swaps and Derivative Association (ISDA) agreements with all derivative 
counterparties in order to limit exposure to credit risk through the netting of amounts receivable from and amounts payable to individual 
counterparties. Refer note F8. 

The carrying amounts of financial assets, which are disclosed in more detail in notes B1, B6 and C5, best represents the Group’s maximum 
exposure to credit risk at the reporting date. The Group holds no significant collateral as security and there are no other significant credit 
enhancements in respect of these assets. All financial assets are monitored in order to identify any potential changes in the credit quality. 

C2.2 Liquidity risk
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Group will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they fall due. The Group is exposed to liquidity risk 
through its ongoing business obligations and its strategy to take advantage of new investment opportunities as they arise. The Group has  
a capital structure which allows it to support these activities. A key element of this structure is the use of committed undrawn debt facilities. 

The tables below set out the contractual timing of cash flows on derivative and non-derivative financial assets and liabilities at reporting date  
and includes borrowings drawn at reporting date, including interest, and all financial instruments and drawn guarantees:

Derivative financial instruments

$million
Less than one month
One to three months
Three to 12 months
One to five years
Over five years

Non-derivative financial instruments(1)

$million
Less than one month
One to three months
Three to 12 months
One to five years
Over five years

2016

Derivative 
financial  
assets
 34 
 18 
 135 
 1,037 
 354 

Net derivative 
financial 
(liabilities)/
assets
 22 
(16)
(15)
 70 
 273 

2015

Derivative 
financial  
assets
 11 
(5)
(7)
 496 
 710 

Net derivative 
financial 
(liabilities)/
assets
 8 
(86)
(181)
(519)
 360 

Derivative 
financial 
liabilities
(3)
(81)
(174)
(1,015)
(350)

2016

2015

Other  
financial  
assets
 519 
 1,044 
 978 
 3,728 
 2,521 

Net other 
financial 
(liabilities)/
assets
(509)
 191 
(1,253)
(3,037)
 343 

Other  
financial 
liabilities
(1,038)
(966)
(1,253)
(9,690)
(3,644)

Other  
financial  
assets
 600 
 1,135 
 788 
 3,971 
–

Net other 
financial 
(liabilities)/
assets
(438)
 169 
(465)
(5,719)
(3,644)

Derivative 
financial 
liabilities
(12)
(34)
(150)
(967)
(81)

Other  
financial 
liabilities
(1,028)
(853)
(2,231)
(6,765)
(2,178)

The Group manages liquidity risk centrally by monitoring operating cash flow forecasts and the degree of access to debt and equity capital 
markets. The Group holds a number of debt instruments with varying maturities. The debt portfolio is periodically reviewed to ensure there  
is funding flexibility and an appropriate repayment profile. 

The Group has the following committed undrawn floating rate borrowing facilities:

Expiring within one year
Expiring beyond one year

(1)  All facilities are deemed to be repaid at the earlier of their contractual maturity date or first call/intended repayment date.

2016  
$million
–
 6,581 

 6,581 

2015  
$million
–
 4,226 

 4,226 

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C2.3 Foreign exchange (FX) risk
FX risk is the risk that fluctuations in exchange rates will impact the Group’s result. FX risk arises from future commercial transactions (including 
interest payments and principal debt repayments on foreign currency long-term borrowings, the sale and purchase of oil and gas, LPG, LNG and 
the purchase of capital equipment), the recognition of assets and liabilities (including foreign receivables and borrowings) and net investments in 
foreign operations. The Group is mainly exposed to fluctuations in US dollar and New Zealand dollar through its operations (both overseas and in 
Australia), its financing facilities and through arrangements put in place to manage risk. 

As at 30 June 2016, after hedging, the Group is exposed to FX risk on borrowings of US$2,247 million (A$3,021 million). As at 30 June 2015, 
after hedging and excluding Contact Energy’s New Zealand dollar debt, the Group is exposed to FX risk on borrowings of US$2,247 million 
(A$2,929 million).

To manage FX risk the Group uses forward foreign exchange contracts and cross currency interest rate swaps (both fixed-to-fixed and 
fixed-to-floating). In certain circumstances borrowings are left in the foreign currency, or hedged from one currency to another, to match 
payments of interest and principal against expected future business cash flows in that currency. 

The Group has certain investments in foreign operations whose net assets are exposed to FX translation risk. This currency exposure is managed 
primarily by borrowing in the currency to which the foreign operation is exposed.

Significant transactions undertaken in the normal course of operations which are denominated in a foreign currency are managed on a case  
by case basis. 

The table below shows the impact of a 10 per cent change in FX rates (holding all other things constant) on profit and equity based solely on the 
Group’s borrowings and related financial instruments (excluding debt designated as a net investment hedge) existing at the reporting date but 
does not take into account any mitigating actions that management might undertake if the rate change occurred.

$million

2016
US dollar
Euro(2)

2015(1)
US dollar
Euro(2)

Impact on post-tax profit

Impact on equity

Increase

Decrease

Increase

Decrease

 189 
(5)

 167 
(11)

(184)
 5 

(167)
 10 

 156 
(12)

 157 
(26)

(151)
 12 

(157)
 25 

Includes impact of amounts classified as held for sale at 30 June 2015.

(1) 
(2)  Exposure to Euro is a result of ineffectiveness of some fair value hedges that are swapped in AUD.

C2.4 Price risk
Price risk is the risk that fluctuations in commodity prices will impact the Group’s result. The Group is exposed to fluctuations in prices of electricity, 
oil, gas and environmental scheme certificates.

To manage its price risks the Group utilises a range of financial and derivative instruments including fixed price swaps, options, futures and fixed 
price forward purchase contracts. Refer to note C5. The policy for managing price risk permits the active hedging of price and volume exposures 
within prescribed limits. The full hedge portfolio is tested on an ongoing basis against these limits.

The table below shows the impact of a 10 per cent change in observable prices (holding all other things constant) on profit and equity based 
solely on the Group’s price exposures existing at the reporting date but does not take into account any mitigating actions that management 
might undertake if the price change occurred.

$million

2016
Electricity forward price
Oil forward prices
Environmental scheme certificate prices

2015(1)
Electricity forward price
Oil forward prices
Environmental scheme certificate prices

(1) 

Includes impact of amounts classified as held for sale at 30 June 2015.

Impact on post-tax profit

Impact on equity

Increase

Decrease

Increase

Decrease

 27 
 – 
 32 

(16)
 – 
 17 

(27)
 – 
(32)

 16 
 – 
(17)

 45 
 28 
 32 

 – 
(57)
 17 

(45)
(28)
(32)

 – 
 57 
(17)

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C2.5 Interest rate risk
Interest rate risk is the risk that fluctuations in interest rates affect the Group’s results. Borrowings issued at variable interest rates expose the 
Group to cash flow interest rate risk. Borrowings issued at fixed rates expose the Group to fair value interest rate risk. 

The exposure of the Group’s borrowings (excluding lease liabilities), after hedging, to interest rate changes and the contractual repricing periods 
at the reporting date are set out below:

Variable rate borrowings
Fixed interest rate – repricing dates:
Six months or less
Six to twelve months
One to five years
Over five years

2016  
$million
 3,403 

 900 
 – 
 4,298 
 1,006 

 9,607 

2015  
$million
 3,778 

 991 
 1,193 
 4,849 
 1,058 

 11,869 

The Group’s risk management policy is to manage interest rate exposures using Profit at Risk and Value at Risk methodologies. Exposure limits 
are set to ensure that the Group is not exposed to excess risk from interest rate volatility. 

The Group manages its cash flow interest rate risk by entering into fixed rate interest rate swap contracts and fixed rate debt securities, with 
rates ranging between 2.25 per cent to 7.91 per cent per annum, at a weighted average rate of 5.14 per cent per annum (2015: 2.20 per cent  
to 7.91 per cent per annum, at a weighted average rate of 4.81 per cent per annum). Such interest rate swaps have the economic effect of 
converting borrowings from floating to fixed rates.

The Group manages its fair value interest rate risk by using fixed-to-floating interest rate swaps. Where possible these are designated to hedge 
the interest rate costs associated with underlying debt obligations.

The table below shows the effect on profit and equity if interest rates had been 100 basis points higher or lower based on the relevant interest rate 
yield curve applicable to the underlying currency of the Group’s interest-bearing assets and liabilities. All other variables have been held constant 
and the impact of any mitigating actions that management might undertake if the rate change occurred have not been taken into account. 

$million

2016
Interest rates

$million
2015(1)
Interest rates

(1) 

Includes impact of balances classified as held for sale at 30 June 2015.

Impact on post-tax profit

Impact on equity

Increase 

Decrease

Increase 

Decrease

 15 

(20)

 14 

(19)

Impact on equity

Increase 

Decrease

Increase 

Decrease

 60 

(67)

 59 

(69)

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The Group’s objectives when managing capital are to safeguard the ability to continue as a going concern, so that it can continue to provide 
returns for shareholders and benefits for other stakeholders, and to maintain an optimal capital structure to reduce the cost of capital.

In order to maintain or adjust the capital structure, the Group monitors its current and future funding requirements for at least the next  
five years and regularly assesses a range of funding alternatives to meet these requirements in advance of when the funds are required. 

Key factors considered in determining the Group’s capital structure and funding strategy at any point in time include expected operating  
cash flows, capital expenditure plans, maturity profile of existing debt facilities, dividend policy and the ability to access funding from banks,  
capital markets, and other sources.

The group monitors its capital requirements principally through the gearing ratio. This ratio is calculated as adjusted net debt divided by total 
capital. Net debt is adjusted to take into account the effect of FX hedging transactions on the Group’s foreign currency debt obligations.  
The Group maintains a gearing ratio designed to optimise the cost of capital while providing flexibility to fund growth opportunities. 

Total interest-bearing liabilities
Less: Cash and cash equivalents
Net debt
Fair value adjustments on FX hedging transactions
Adjusted net debt
Total equity
Total capital
Gearing ratio 

2016  
$million
 9,616 
(146)
 9,470 
(339)
 9,131 
 14,530 
 23,661 
 39% 

2015(1)  
$million(1)
 11,877 
(151)
 11,726 
(120)
 11,606 
 14,159 
 25,765 
 45% 

(1)  Excludes amounts which are classified as held for sale at 30 June 2015. If Contact Energy’s balances were included within the gearing ratio calculation, the adjusted net debt  

would be $13,102 million with a gearing ratio of 48 per cent.

C4  FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
The following is a summary of the methods that are used to estimate the fair value of the Group’s financial instruments:

Instrument
Financial instruments traded  
in active markets
Forward foreign exchange
Commodity option contract
Financial instruments not 
traded in active markets
Long-term debt and other 
financial assets
Interest rate swaps and cross 
currency interest rate swaps

Commodity swaps and 
non-exchange traded futures
Electricity derivatives which  
are not regularly traded with 
no observable market price

Oil forward structured 
derivative instrument

Oil put option

Fair Value Methodology
Quoted market prices at reporting date.

Present value of estimated future cash flows using quoted forward exchange rates.
Most recent available transaction prices for same or similar instruments.
Established valuation methodologies which are general market practice applicable to each instrument.

Quoted market prices, dealer quotes for similar instruments, or present value of estimated future cash flows.

Present value of estimated future cash flows of these instruments. Key variables include market pricing data, 
discount rates and credit risk of the Group or counterparty where relevant. Variables reflect those which would  
be used by market participants to execute and value the instruments.
Present value of estimated future cash flows using market forward prices.

The valuation models for long term electricity derivatives reflect the fair value of the avoided costs of construction 
of the physical assets which would be required to achieve an equivalent risk management outcome for the Group. 
The methodology takes into account all relevant variables including forward commodity prices, physical generation 
plant variables, the risk-free discount rate and related credit adjustments, and asset lives. The valuation models for 
short-term electricity derivatives include premiums for lack of volume in the market relative to the size of the 
instruments being valued.
Valued with reference to the observable market oil forward prices, foreign exchange rates and discount rates.  
As a result of the structured nature of the instrument, certain risk premium and credit variables utilised in the 
valuation model are unobservable.
The oil put options are referenced to the Japan Customs-cleared Crude (JCC) index with strike prices in both  
US$ and A$. The put option instruments are valued using a Monte Carlo simulation model which generates 
potential future oil and foreign exchange price outcomes over the period covered by the oil put option.

To the maximum extent possible, valuations are based on assumptions which are supported by independent and observable market data.  
Where valuation models are used, instruments are discounted at the market interest rate applicable to the instrument.

Valuation methodologies are determined based on the nature of the underlying instrument. The Group monitors changes in fair value 
measurements on a monthly basis.

Key estimate: fair value
In order to estimate the fair value of financial assets and financial liabilities, the Group uses a variety of methods (outlined in the table above) and makes 
assumptions based on market conditions which exist at each reporting date.

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The following table provides information about the reliability of the inputs used in determining the fair value of financial assets and liabilities 
carried at fair value. The 3 levels in the hierarchy reflect the level of independent observable market data used in determining the fair values  
and are defined as follows:
 — Level 1: quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical instruments.
 — Level 2: other valuation methods for which all inputs that have a significant impact on fair value are observable, either directly (as prices)  

or indirectly (derived from prices).

 — Level 3: one or more key inputs for the instrument are not based on observable market data (unobservable inputs).

$million
2016
Derivative financial assets
Environmental scheme certificates
Available-for-sale financial assets
Total financial assets carried at fair value

Derivative financial liabilities
Environmental scheme surrender obligations
Total financial liabilities carried at fair value

$million
2015
Derivative financial assets
Environmental scheme certificates
Available-for-sale financial assets
Financial assets held for sale
Total financial assets carried at fair value

Derivative financial liabilities
Environmental scheme surrender obligations
Financial liabilities held for sale
Total financial liabilities carried at fair value

Note

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Total 

C5
B6
B6

C5
B6

115
261
146
 522 

(3)
(270)
(273)

 1,022 
–
–
 1,022 

(717)
–
(717)

250
–
–
 250 

(348)
–
(348)

 1,387 
 261 
 146 
 1,794 

(1,068)
(270)
(1,338)

Note

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Total 

C5
B6
B6

C5
B6

 16 
 322 
 134 
 21 
 493 

(5)
(156)
(8)
(169)

 519 
–
–
 68 
 587 

(830)
–
(62)
(892)

 339 
–
–
–
 339 

(505)
–
–
(505)

 874 
 322 
 134 
 89 
 1,419 

(1,340)
(156)
(70)
(1,566)

With the tightening of the electricity market in the current period, it was considered appropriate to add a liquidity premium to certain electricity 
instruments resulting in the transfer of a Level 2 derivative to Level 3. The consolidated entity recognises transfers between levels of the fair 
value hierarchy as of the beginning of the reporting period during which the transfer occurred.

The following table shows a reconciliation of movements in value of instruments included in Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy:

Balance as at 1 July 2015
Cash paid for new instruments in the period
Net gain recognised in other comprehensive income
Net loss realised in revenue line
Net loss realised in cost of sales
Net loss from financial instruments at fair value
Cash settlements on existing instruments
Transfers into Level 3
Balance as at 30 June 2016

$million
(166)
 117 
 177 
(66)
(130)
(254)
 330 
(106)
(98)

The main inputs and assumptions used by the Group in measuring the fair value of level 3 financial instruments are as follows:
Forward commodity prices: Both observable external market data and internally derived forecast data are used which impact the expected  
cash flows.
Physical generation plant variables: Variables which would be used in the valuation of physical generation assets with equivalent risk 
management outcomes impact the expected cash flows. These include new build capital costs, operating costs and plant efficiency factors. 
Liquidity premium: A premium was applied to allow for the lack of volume in the market relative to the size of the instruments being valued.
Lower strike premium: A premium was applied to allow for instances where instruments have lower strike prices compared to strike prices 
associated with the observable market prices.
Risk-free discount rate: The discount rates applied to the cash flows of the Group are based on the observable market rates for risk-free 
interest rate instruments for the appropriate term.
Credit adjustment: An observable entity or counterparty discount or credit spread curve is applied to the discount rate depending on the asset/
liability position of a financial instrument. Where a counterparty specific credit curve is not observable, an estimated curve is applied which takes 
into consideration the credit rating of the counterparty and its industry.
Oil put inputs: Both observable external market data and internally derived forecast data are used in the valuation. Observable external market 
data includes foreign exchange movements, risk free interest rates, and Brent oil prices. Internally derived data principally includes the forward 
price path for Japanese Customs-cleared Crude (JCC) which is not readily observable in the market. The forward curve for JCC is inferred from 
the Brent oil forward curve.

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The use of different methodologies or assumptions could lead to different measurements of fair value. For fair value measurements in Level 3,  
a 10 per cent increase or decrease in the unobservable assumptions would have the following effects:

$million
Long term electricity derivative assets
Long term electricity derivative liabilities
Short term electricity derivative assets
Short term electricity derivative liabilities
Oil derivative assets

2016 
Effect on profit or loss

2015 
Effect on profit or loss

Increase
 73 
 59 
 6 
 4 
(5)

Decrease
(73)
(59)
(6)
(4)
 14 

Increase
 28 
 59 
 – 
 – 
 – 

Decrease
(28)
(59)
 – 
 – 
 – 

Gains/(losses) on initial recognition of financial instruments
Any differences between the fair value at initial recognition (transaction price) and the amount that would be determined at that date using  
the relevant valuation technique are deferred in the statement of financial position and recognised in the income statement over the life of  
the instrument. The following has been recognised in the income statement during the year:

Derivative assets
Opening balance – gain
New instruments in the period
Recognised in the income statement

Closing balance – gain

Derivative liabilities
Opening balance – gain
Recognised in the income statement

Closing balance – gain

2016  
$million

 100 
(7)
(21)

 72 

 31 
 3 

 34 

Except as noted below the carrying amounts of financial assets and liabilities are reasonable approximations of their fair values.

The Group has the following non-current financial instruments which are not measured at fair value in the statement of financial position: 

Assets
Other financial assets

Liabilities
Bank loans – secured
Bank loans – unsecured(1)
Capital markets borrowings – unsecured

Carrying value

Fair value

Fair value 
hierarchy level

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

2

2
2
2

 4,848 

 3,304 

 5,128 

 3,220 

 – 
 726 
 8,772 

 9,498 

 212 
 3,061 
 8,559 

 11,832 

 – 
 764 
 8,642 

 9,406 

 216 
 3,110 
 8,842 

 12,168 

(1)  The proceeds from the sale of Contact Energy $1,599 million and from the equity rights issue $2,496 million were used to repay interest-bearing liabilities.

The fair value of these financial instruments reflect the present value of estimated future cash flows of the instrument. The following key 
variables are used to determine the present value: 

 — market pricing data (for the relevant underlying interest rates, foreign exchange rates or commodity prices); 
 — discount rates; and
 — credit risk of the Group or counterparty where appropriate.

For these instruments, each of these variables is taken from observed market pricing data at the valuation date and therefore these variables 
represent those which would be used by market participants to execute and value the instruments.

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The Group is exposed to risk from movements in foreign exchange and interest rates, and electricity and oil prices. As part of the risk 
management strategy set out in note C2, the Group holds the following types of derivative instruments.

Current
Interest rate swaps
Cross currency interest rate swaps 
Forward foreign exchange contracts
Electricity derivatives
Oil derivatives

Non-current
Interest rate swaps
Cross currency interest rate swaps
Forward foreign exchange contracts
Electricity derivatives
Oil derivatives
Other commodity derivatives

Total

Assets

Liabilities

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

 – 
 7 
 – 
 201 
 45 

 253 

 – 
 738 
 – 
 386 
 9 
 1 

 1,134 
 1,387 

 – 
 – 
 – 
 12 
 3 

 15 

 – 
 480 
 – 
 378 
 1 
 – 

 859 
 874 

(2)
 – 
(1)
(10)
(5)

(18)

(35)
(347)
(286)
(101)
(281)
 – 

(14)
 – 
 – 
(15)
(2)

(31)

(76)
(326)
(255)
(185)
(467)
 – 

(1,050)
(1,068)

(1,309)
(1,340)

Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value on the date they are entered into and are subsequently remeasured at their fair value. The method 
of recognising the resulting gain or loss depends on whether the derivative is designated as a hedging instrument, and if so, the nature of the item 
being hedged. Gains or losses on derivatives which are not designated as hedging instruments are recognised in the income statement and 
resulted in a $198 million loss in the year ended 30 June 2016 (2015: $587 million loss). This includes a $10 million loss relating to discontinued 
operations (2015: $27 million loss).

The Group designates certain derivatives as either:

 — hedges of the fair value of recognised assets, liabilities or firm commitments (fair value hedge);
 — hedges of a particular cash flow risk associated with a recognised asset, liability or highly probable forecast transaction (cash flow hedge); or
 — hedges of a net investment in a foreign operation (net investment hedge).

The Group documents at the inception of these transactions the relationship between hedging instruments and hedged items, as well as the 
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 are highly effective in offsetting changes  
in fair values or cash flows of hedged items.

The following table shows the fair value of instruments which have been designated as hedging instruments:

Fair value hedges
Cash flow hedges
Net investment hedges

Assets

Liabilities

Ref.

(a)
(b)
(c) 

2016  
$million
 620 
 358 
 – 

2015  
$million
 431 
 67 
 – 

2016  
$million
 25 
 298 
 1,264 

2015  
$million
 24 
 539 
 1,481

Analysis of financial instruments which have been designated as hedging instruments

(a) Fair value hedges
The Group designates certain cross currency interest rate swaps in fair value hedge relationships. Changes in the fair value of these interest 
swaps are recorded in the income statement, together with any changes in the fair value of the hedged item. If the hedge no longer meets  
the criteria for hedge accounting, the adjustment to the carrying amount of the hedged item for which the effective interest method is used  
is amortised to profit and loss over the remaining life using a recalculated effective interest rate. 

The changes in the fair values of the hedged items and hedging instruments recognised in the income statement for the year are disclosed  
in the following table:

Gain on the hedging instruments
Loss on the hedged item attributable to the hedge risk

2016  
$million
 189 
(172)

 17 

2015  
$million
 319 
(286)

 33 

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(b) Cash flow hedges 
The Group designates certain foreign exchange contracts, electricity derivatives, interest rate swaps, cross currency interest rate swaps and  
oil derivatives in cash flow hedge relationships. The effective portion of changes in the fair value of these derivatives are recognised in equity.  
The gain or loss relating to the ineffective portion is recognised immediately in the income statement within expenses. 

Amounts accumulated in equity are transferred to the income statement in the periods when the hedged item affects profit or loss (for instance 
when the forecast sale that is hedged takes place). When a hedging instrument expires or is sold, 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.

The following sets out the amounts recognised in the income statement and equity arising from the Group’s cash flow hedges:

Effective portion of the gains on cash flow hedges recognised in the cash flow hedge reserve (pre-tax)

(Losses)/gains transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve to sales 
(Losses)/gains transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve to cost of sales 
Gains transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve to decrease in fair value of financial instruments
Gains/(losses) transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve to finance cost

Ineffectiveness gains/(losses) recognised in the income statement from cash flow hedges

 550 

(151)
(136)
 30 
 60 

(197)

 4 

 246 

 33 
 21 
 7 
(64)

(3)

(2)

(c) Net investment and hedge of net investment in foreign operations
The Group designates certain foreign denominated borrowings in net investment hedge relationships. Exchange differences arising from the 
translation of the net investment in foreign operations, and of related hedges that are deemed effective, are recognised in other comprehensive 
income and presented in the foreign currency translation reserve within equity (2016: $36 million loss; 2015: $130 million loss). They are released 
to the income statement upon disposal of the foreign operation. The ineffectiveness recognised in the income statement from net investment 
hedges for the year to 30 June 2016 totalled $nil (2015: $nil).

Set out below are the different types of derivatives used by the Group and details of their key attributes.

(d) Types of derivatives

Interest rate swaps
At 30 June 2016, the fixed interest rates varied from 2.25 per cent to 3.33 per cent (2015: 2.20 per cent to 6.95 per cent) and the main floating 
rate was the Bank Bill Swap Benchmark (BBSW).

The hedged interest payment transactions are expected to impact profit at various dates between one and seven years from the reporting date. 

Cross currency interest rate swaps
At 30 June 2016, the fixed interest rates varied from 2.50 per cent to 7.91 per cent (2015: 2.50 per cent to 7.91 per cent) and the main floating 
rates were BBSW and US LIBOR. 

The hedged interest payment transactions are expected to impact profit at various dates between one month and seven years from the reporting date. 

Forward foreign exchange contracts
The hedged foreign currency denominated transactions are expected to impact profit at various dates between one month and seven years from 
the reporting date. 

Electricity derivatives
The hedged electricity purchase and sale transactions are expected to impact profit continuously for each half hour period throughout the next 
12 years from the reporting date. 

Oil derivatives
The hedged oil sale and purchase transactions are expected to impact profit continuously throughout the next five years from the reporting date. 

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESC6  SHARE CAPITAL AND RESERVES

Issued and paid-up capital
1,753,335,764 (2015: 1,109,628,904) ordinary shares, fully paid

Ordinary share capital at the beginning of the period
Shares issued:
 — 636,086,881 (2015: Nil) shares under a rights issue(1)
 — 6,483,666 (2015: 5,867,435) shares in accordance with the Dividend Reinvestment Plan
 — 1,136,313 (2015: 115,716) shares in accordance with the Long Term Incentive Plans

Total movements in ordinary share capital

Ordinary share capital at the end of the period

(1)  Refer to note A5 for the terms of the rights issue.

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

 7,150 

 4,599 

 2,509 
42
 – 

 2,551 

 7,150 

 4,599 

 4,520 

 – 
 79 
 – 

 79 

 4,599 

Terms and conditions
Holders of ordinary shares are entitled to receive dividends as determined from time to time and are entitled to one vote per share at 
shareholders’ meetings. In the event of the winding up of the Group, ordinary shareholders rank after creditors, and are fully entitled to any 
proceeds of liquidation.

The Group does not have authorised capital or par value in respect of its issued shares.

Nature and purpose of reserves
Share-based payments reserve
The share-based payments reserve is used to recognise the fair value of options, performance share rights and deferred share rights over their 
vesting period. Refer to note F3.

Foreign currency translation reserve
The foreign currency translation reserve records the foreign currency differences arising from the translation of foreign operations, and the 
translation of transactions that hedge the Group’s net investments in foreign operations. 

Hedging reserve
The hedging reserve is used to record the effective portion of the gains or losses on cash flow hedging instruments that have not yet settled. 
Amounts are recognised in profit or loss when the associated hedged transactions affect profit or loss or as part of the cost of an asset if 
non-monetary.

Available-for-sale reserve
Changes in fair value and exchange differences arising on translation of investments are taken to the available-for-sale reserve. Amounts are 
recognised in profit or loss when the associated investments are sold/settled or impaired.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESC7  OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

$million

2016
Items that will not be reclassified  
to the income statement
Actuarial gain on defined benefit 
superannuation plan, net of tax

Items that may be reclassified to the  
income statement
Foreign currency translation differences  
for foreign operations
Net loss on hedge of net investment  
in foreign operations
Cash flow hedges – effective portion  
of changes in fair value, net of tax
Cash flow hedges – reclassified  
to income statement, net of tax
Cash flow hedges – foreign currency 
translation gain, net of tax
Available for sale financial assets  
– valuation gain taken to equity, net of tax

Total other comprehensive income

$million

2015
Items that will not be reclassified  
to the income statement
Actuarial gain on defined benefit 
superannuation plan, net of tax

Items that may be reclassified to the  
income statement
Foreign currency translation differences  
for foreign operations
Net loss on hedge of net investment  
in foreign operations
Cash flow hedges – effective portion  
of changes in fair value, net of tax
Cash flow hedges – reclassified  
to income statement, net of tax
Cash flow hedges – foreign currency 
translation gain, net of tax
Available for sale financial assets  
– valuation gain taken to equity, net of tax

Total other comprehensive income

Foreign 
currency 
translation 
reserve

Hedging 
reserve

Available- 
for-sale 
reserve

Retained 
earnings

Non-
controlling 
interests

Total  
other 
comprehensive 
income

 – 

 – 

 82 

(18)

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 64 
 64 

 – 

 – 

 254 

(71)

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 183 
 183 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 385 

(138)

 – 

 – 

 247 
 247 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 169 

 1 

 1 

 – 

 171 
 171 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 6 

 6 
 6 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 20 

 20 
 20 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 
 – 

 5 

 5 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 
 5 

 – 

 – 

(2)

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

 – 

(2)
(2)

 – 

 – 

(75)

 – 

 2 

 1 

 – 

 – 

(72)
(72)

 – 

 – 

 80 

(18)

 385 

(138)

 – 

 6 

 315 
 315 

 5 

 5 

 179 

(71)

 171 

 2 

 1 

 20 

 302 
 307

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIES  D  TAXATION

This section provides details of the Group’s income tax expense, current tax provision and deferred tax balances and the Group’s tax  
accounting policies. 

D1 

INCOME TAX EXPENSE

Income tax
Current tax benefit
Deferred tax benefit
Under provided in prior years

Total income tax benefit

Income tax benefit attributable to:
Loss from continuing operations
Profit from discontinued operations

Reconciliation between tax expense and pre-tax net profit
Loss from continuing operations before income tax
Profit/(loss) from discontinued operations before income tax

Income tax using the domestic corporation tax rate of 30 per cent (2015: 30 per cent)
Prima facie income tax expense on pre-tax accounting profit: 
–at Australian tax rate of 30 per cent
–adjustment for difference between Australian and overseas tax rates

Income tax benefit on pre-tax accounting profit at standard rates

Increase/(decrease) in income tax expense due to:
Impairment expense not recoverable
Write-off exploration expense
Sale of Contact Energy
Capital loss re-recognition
Reset of tax bases on consolidation of Uranquinty into tax group
Share of results of equity accounted investees
Tax (benefit)/expense on translation of foreign denominated tax balances
Reinstatement of tax depreciation on Contact Energy’s powerhouses
Recognition of change in net tax loss position
Other

Under provided in prior years

Total income tax benefit

Deferred tax movements recognised directly in other comprehensive income (including foreign currency 
translation)
Financial instruments at fair value
Property, plant and equipment
Provisions 
Other items 

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

(13)
(116)
 3 

(126)

(133)
 7 

(126)

(737)
 35 

(702)

(211)
 15 

(196)

 23 
 13 
(3)
(30)
(9)
 65 
(3)
– 
– 
 11 
 67 
 3 

(126)

 98 
(28)
– 
 8 

 78 

(20)
(38)
–

(58)

(85)
 27 

(58)

(534)
(114)

(648)

(194)
(1)

(195)

 80 
–
–
–
–
 10 
 46 
(15)
 7 
 9 
 137 
–

(58)

 26 
(20)
(7)
 4 

 3

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESINCOME TAX EXPENSE (CONTINUED)

D1 
The Company and its wholly-owned Australian resident entities, which met the membership requirements, formed a tax-consolidated group with 
effect from 1 July 2003. The head entity within the tax-consolidated group is Origin Energy Limited. Tax funding arrangement amounts are 
recognised as inter-entity amounts.

Income tax expense is made up of current tax expense and deferred tax expense. Current tax expense represents the expected tax payable on the 
taxable income for the year, using current tax rates and any adjustment to tax payable in respect of previous years. Deferred tax expense represents 
changes in temporary differences between the carrying amount of an asset or liability in the statement of financial position and its tax base.

Key judgements
Tax balances: Tax balances reflect a current understanding and interpretation of existing tax laws. Uncertainty arises due to the possibility of changes  
in tax law or other future circumstances to impact the tax balances recognised in the financial statements. Ultimate outcomes may vary based on 
circumstances.
Deferred taxes: The recognition of deferred tax balances requires judgement as to whether it is probable such balances will be utilised and/or reversed  
in the foreseeable future. 
Petroleum Resource Rent Tax (PRRT): The PRRT applies to all Australian onshore oil and gas projects, including coal seam gas projects. The application 
of PRRT legislation involves significant judgement around the taxing point of projects, the transfer price used for determining PRRT income, and the 
measurement of the Starting Base on transition of existing permits, production licenses and retention leases into the PRRT regime. In assessing the 
recoverability of deferred tax assets, estimates are required in respect of future augmentation (escalation) of expenditure, the sequence in which current 
and future deductible amounts are expected to be utilised, and the probable cash flows used in determining the recoverability of deferred tax assets.

Income tax expense recognised in other comprehensive income

$million
Available for sale assets:
Valuation gain taken to equity

Cash flow hedges:
Reclassified to income statement
Effective portion of change in fair value

Net loss on hedge of net investment in foreign operations

Foreign currency translation differences for foreign operations

Actuarial gain on defined benefit superannuation plan

Other comprehensive income for the period

2016

2015

Gross

Tax 

Net

Gross

 9 

(3)

 6 

 30 

(197)
 550 

(29)

 80 

 – 

 413 

 59 
(165)

 11 

 – 

 – 

(98)

(138)
 385 

(18)

 80 

 – 

 315 

 2 
 246 

(130)

 180 

 8 

 336 

Tax 

(10)

 – 
(75)

 59 

 – 

(3)

(29)

Net

 20 

 2 
 171 

(71)

 180 

 5 

 307

D2  DEFERRED TAX
Deferred tax balances arise when there are temporary differences between accounting carrying amounts and the tax bases of assets and 
liabilities, other than for the following:

 — where the difference arises from the initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction that is not a business combination and  

affects neither the accounting profit nor taxable profit or loss; 

 — where temporary differences relate to investments in subsidiaries, associates and interests in joint arrangements to the extent the  

Group is able to control the timing of the reversal of the temporary differences and it is probable that they will not reverse in the 
foreseeable future; and

 — where temporary differences arise on initial recognition of goodwill.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply to the year when the asset is realised or the liability  
is settled, based on tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the balance sheet date.

A deferred tax asset is recognised only to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which the asset  
can be utilised. Deferred tax assets are reduced if it is no longer probable that the related tax benefit will be realised.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIES1 July 
2014 

Recognised 
in income

Recognised 
in equity

Transfers(1)  
to held(1)  
for sale(1)

30 June 
2015 

Recognised 
in income

Recognised 
in equity

Transfers(1)  
to held(1)  
for sale(1)

30 June 
2016

D2  DEFERRED TAX (CONTINUED)

Movement in temporary differences during the year

Asset/(liability)  
$million
Accrued expenses not 
incurred for tax 
Employee benefits
Acquired environmental 
scheme certificate purchase 
obligations
Acquired energy purchase 
obligations
Provisions 
Available-for-sale  
financial assets
Inventories
Tax value of carry-forward 
tax losses recognised
Property, plant and 
equipment
Exploration and  
evaluation assets
Financial instruments  
at fair value
APLNG MRCPS elimination  
(refer note E1.2)
Other items

 115 
 71 

 10 

 84 
 217 

 3 
(3)

 62 

(1,277)

(305)

 96 

 1 
 43 

(110)
 12 

(2)

(67)
 28 

 1 
(5)

 79 

 63 

(51)

 105 

 21 
(36)

 38 

 – 
 – 

 – 

 – 
 7 

 – 
 – 

(3)

 20 

 – 

(26)

 – 
(1)

(3)

 – 
(4)

 – 

 – 
(13)

 – 
 1 

 – 

 5 
 79 

 8 

 17 
 239 

 4 
(7)

 138 

 727 

(467)

 2 
(9)

(2)

(8)
 30 

 – 
 4 

 25 

 89 

 – 

(13)

 – 
 3 

 701 

(356)

(102)

 162 

 22 
 9 

(147)

 4 

 28 
 55 

 116 

 – 
 – 

 – 

 – 
 – 

 – 
 – 

 1 

 28 

 – 

(98)

 – 
(9)

(78)

Net deferred tax liabilities

(883)

(1)  Relates to amounts classified as held for sale at 30 June 2015 and 30 June 2016. Refer to note E4. 

Unrecognised deferred tax assets and liabilities

Deferred tax assets have not been recognised in respect of the following items:
Revenue losses
Capital losses
Petroleum resource rent tax, net of income tax(1)
Acquisition transaction costs
Investment in joint ventures
Intangible assets

Deferred tax liabilities have not been recognised in respect of the following items:
Investment in Australia Pacific LNG(2)

 – 
 – 

 – 

 – 
(5)

 – 
 – 

 – 

(11)

 15 

 – 

 – 
 – 

(1)

 7 
 70 

 6 

 9 
 264 

 4 
(3)

 164 

(361)

(443)

 68 

 50 
 55 

(110)

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

 33 
 33 
 2,083 
 57 
 39 
 24 

 2,269 

 32 
 26 
 1,744 
 57 
 43 
 33 

 1,935 

(1,817)

(1,817)

(1,875)

(1,875)

(1)  PRRT is considered, for accounting purposes, to be a tax based on income under AASB 112 Income Taxes. Accordingly, any current and deferred PRRT expense is measured and 
disclosed on the same basis as income tax. The application of PRRT legislation relies on a forecast of future years expenditure in order to determine whether the utilisation of the 
PRRT base will be required. As the forecast indicates that no utilisation is required, no deferred tax asset has been recognised with respect to PRRT in these financial statements.

(2)  A deferred tax liability has not been recorded in respect of the investment in Australia Pacific LNG as the Group is able to control the timing of the reversal of the temporary 

difference through its voting rights and it is not expected that the temporary difference will reverse in the foreseeable future.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIES  E  GROUP STRUCTURE

The following section provides information on the Group’s structure and how this impacts the results of the Group as a whole, including details  
of joint arrangements, controlled entities, transactions with non-controlling interests and changes made to the Group structure during the year.

E1 JOINT ARRANGEMENTS
Joint arrangements are those entities over whose activities the Group has joint control, established by contractual agreement and require 
consent of two or more parties for strategic, financial and operating decisions. The Group classifies its interests in joint arrangements as either 
joint operations or joint ventures depending on its rights to the assets and obligations for the liabilities of the arrangements.

E1.1 Interests in joint ventures
Interests in joint ventures are initially recognised at cost and are subsequently adjusted for changes in the Group’s share of the joint venture’s  
net assets.

Joint venture entity
Australia Pacific LNG Pty Ltd(1)
Energia Andina S.A.(2)
Energia Austral SpA(3)
KUBU Energy Resources (Pty) Limited
OTP Geothermal Pte Ltd
PNG Energy Developments Limited
Rockgas Timaru Ltd(4)
Transform Solar Pty Ltd(5)
Venn Energy Trading Pte Limited

Reporting date
30 June
31 December
31 December
30 June
31 December
31 December
31 March
30 June
31 March

Country of incorporation
Australia
Chile 
Chile 
Botswana
Singapore
PNG
New Zealand
Australia
Singapore

Ownership interest (%)

2016
 37.5 
 49.9 
 34.0 
 50.0 
 50.0 
 50.0 
 – 
 – 
 50.0 

2015
 37.5 
 49.9 
 34.0 
 50.0 
 50.0 
 50.0 
 50.0 
 50.0 
 50.0 

(1)  Australia Pacific LNG is a separate legal entity. Operating, management and funding decisions require the unanimous support of the Foundation Shareholders, which includes  

the Group and ConocoPhillips. Accordingly, joint control exists and the Group has classified the investment in Australia Pacific LNG as a joint venture.

(2)  Energia Andina S.A. is a separate legal entity. Key decisions require super majority (four directors) approval, with the Group entitled to appoint two of the five directors.  

As a consequence joint control exists and the Group has classified the investment as a joint venture. 

(3)  Energia Austral SpA is a separate legal entity. Key decisions require super majority (four directors) approval, with the Group entitled to appoint two of the five directors.  

As a consequence joint control exists and the Group has classified the investment as a joint venture. The Group’s ownership interest can change between reporting periods  
when equity contributions are made to the joint venture.

(4)  The Group sold its 53.09 per cent shareholding in Contact Energy Ltd, which held the investment in Rockgas Timaru Ltd.
(5)  Transform Solar Pty Ltd was deregistered during the year ended 30 June 2016.

E1.2 Investment in Australia Pacific LNG Pty Ltd
A summary of Australia Pacific LNG’s financial performance for the periods ended 30 June 2016 and 30 June 2015, and its financial position  
as at those dates follows:

2016

2015

Total APLNG Origin interest

Total APLNG Origin interest

 880 
(585)

 295 
(700)
 5 
(296)
 209 

(487)

(7)
(23)
(75)
(9)

(114)

(601)

 95 

(506)

 111 

(182)

(3)
(9)
(28)
(3)

(43)

(225)

 36 

(189)

 408 
(263)

 145 
(168)
 7 
(34)
 32 

(18)

(11)
(136)
(61)
 – 

(208)

(226)

 608 

 382 

 55 

(7)

(4)
(51)
(23)
 – 

(78)

(85)

 228 

 143 

$million

Operating revenue
Operating expenses

EBITDA
Depreciation and amortisation expense
Interest income
Interest expense
Income tax benefit

Underlying Result for the period

Items excluded from segment result:
Net foreign exchange loss
Tax expense on translation of foreign denominated tax balances
Pre-production costs not able to be capitalised
Restructure costs

Total items excluded from segment result

Net loss for the period

Other comprehensive income

Total comprehensive income

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E1.2 Investment in Australia Pacific LNG Pty Ltd (continued)

Summary statement of financial position of Australia Pacific LNG

$million
Cash and cash equivalents
Other current assets

Current assets

Property, plant and equipment
Exploration, evaluation and development assets
Other non-current assets

Non-current assets
Total assets

Bank loans – secured
Other current liabilities

Current liabilities

Bank loans – secured
Payable to shareholders
Other non-current liabilities

Non-current liabilities
Total liabilities

Net assets

Group’s interest of 37.5 per cent of APLNG net assets
Group’s own costs
Mandatorily Redeemable Cumulative Preference Shares elimination(1)

Investment in Australia Pacific LNG Pty Ltd

2016 
Total APLNG
 286 
 584 

2015 
Total APLNG
 155 
 408 

 870 

 563 

 40,011 
 1,354 
 379 

 41,744 
 42,614 

 360 
 890 

 1,250 

 10,742 
 12,927 
 1,463 

 25,132 
 26,382 

 36,061 
 1,896 
 175 

 38,132 
 38,695 

 – 
 1,492 

 1,492 

 10,544 
 8,811 
 1,110 

 20,465 
 21,957 

 16,232 

 16,738

2016  
$million
 6,087 
 25 
(167)

 5,945 

2015  
$million
 6,277 
 25 
(71)

 6,231 

(1)  The Mandatorily Redeemable Cumulative Preference Shares (MRCPS) are recognised as a financial asset by the Group and the MRCPS dividend is recognised as interest revenue 
in the Group’s income statement. The proportion attributable to the Group’s own interest (37.5 per cent) is eliminated through the equity accounted investment balance as 
Australia Pacific LNG capitalises a portion of interest expense associated with the MRCPS.

In calculating Origin’s return on capital employed, an adjustment is made to the carrying value of the Australia Pacific LNG equity accounted 
investment as noted below.

Investment in Australia Pacific LNG Pty Ltd
Less: Non-cash fair value uplift(1)

Adjusted investment in Australia Pacific LNG Pty Ltd

2016  
$million
 5,945 
(1,923)

 4,022 

2015  
$million
 6,231 
(1,945)

 4,286 

(1) 

 Non-cash fair value uplift represents the increase in Origin’s equity accounted investment in Australia Pacific LNG arising from the partly paid shares issued to ConocoPhillips 
(CoP) in October 2009 and the dilution impact of subsequent share issues to Sinopec (August 2011 and July 2012). In the initial years, Origin was not required to make an 
equivalent contribution and instead recorded a non-cash fair value uplift to its investment in Australia Pacific LNG. The equity contributions made by CoP and Sinopec to Australia 
Pacific LNG were used to fund construction of the LNG Project assets, which will be depreciated over their useful lives (approximately 30 years). In each period Origin’s equity 
accounted share of Australia Pacific LNG’s earnings will include a depreciation charge referable to the non-cash fair value uplift. When these earnings are reflected in Origin’s 
investment balance this depreciation amount will reduce the remaining balance of the non-cash fair value uplift. The 30 June 2016 balance includes an estimated depreciation 
charge of $22 million associated with the non-cash fair value uplift described above.

Australia Pacific LNG is subject to the Petroleum Resource Rent Tax legislation and has an unrecognised deferred tax asset balance of $3,747 million 
(100 per cent Australia Pacific LNG) at 30 June 2016 (30 June 2015: $3,151 million). Any future recognition of this balance by Australia Pacific 
LNG will result in an increase in the Group’s equity accounted investment in Australia Pacific LNG, rather than a deferred tax asset, as the Group 
equity accounts its 37.5 per cent interest.

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E1.3 Transactions between the Group and Australia Pacific LNG Pty Ltd
The Group provides services to Australia Pacific LNG including corporate services, Upstream operating services related to the development  
and operation of Australia Pacific LNG’s natural gas assets, and marketing services relating to coal seam gas (CSG). The Group incurs costs in 
providing these services and charges Australia Pacific LNG for them in accordance with the terms of the contract governing those services.

Separately, the Group has entered agreements with Australia Pacific LNG to purchase gas (2016: $296 million; 2015: $253 million) and the 
Group sells gas to Australia Pacific LNG (2016: $41 million; 2015: $75 million). At 30 June 2016, the Group’s outstanding payable balance for 
purchases from Australia Pacific LNG is $27 million (2015: $22 million) and outstanding receivable balance for sales to Australia Pacific LNG  
is $1 million (2015: $12 million).

The Group has invested in Mandatorily Redeemable Cumulative Preference Shares (MRCPS) issued by Australia Pacific LNG by way of 
subscription up to an amount of $5.25 billion. The MRCPS are the mechanism by which the funding for the CSG to LNG Project has been 
provided by the shareholders of Australia Pacific LNG in proportion to their ordinary equity interests. The MRCPS have a fixed rate dividend 
obligation based on the relevant observable market interest rates and estimated credit margin at the date of issue. The dividend is paid twice  
per annum. The mandatory redemption dates for the MRCPS are 31 December 2022 ($3.75 billion) and 31 December 2024 ($1.5 billion). The 
financial asset (loan) reflecting these MRCPS was $4,848 million as at 30 June 2016 (2015: $3,304 million). Dividends received are recognised  
as interest. Refer to note A2.

The carrying value of the financial asset at 30 June 2016, as disclosed in note B6, reflects the Group’s view that Australia Pacific LNG will utilise 
cash flows generated from their export operations to redeem the MRCPS for their full issue price prior to their mandatory redemption date. 
There are no conditions existing at the reporting date which indicate that Australia Pacific LNG will be unable to repay the full carrying value. 
Accordingly the financial asset/(loan) is valued at amortised cost and reflects the cash provided to Australia Pacific LNG.

The MRCPS were cancelled on 1 July 2016 and replaced with US$2.8 billion of MRCPS, with a mandatory redemption date of 30 June 2026,  
and US$0.8 billion capital contribution (refer note F12).

E1.4 Interests in unincorporated joint operations
The Group’s interests in unincorporated joint operations are brought to account on a line-by-line basis in the income statement and statement  
of financial position. These interests are held on the following assets whose principal activities are oil and/or gas exploration, development and 
production, power generation and geothermal power technology:

 — Cooper Basin 
 — Bass Basin 
 — Bonaparte Basin 
 — Browse Basin 
 — Canterbury Basin 
 — Beetaloo Basin 

Otway Basin
— 
Perth Basin 
— 
Surat Basin
— 
— 
Taranaki Basin
—  Worsley Power Plant
Geodynamics
— 

E2  BUSINESS COMBINATIONS
There were no significant business combinations during the years ended 30 June 2016 and 30 June 2015.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESE3  CONTROLLED ENTITIES

The financial statements of the Group include the consolidation of Origin Energy Limited and controlled entities. Controlled entities  
are the following entities controlled by the parent entity (Origin Energy Limited):

Origin Energy Limited

Origin Energy Finance Limited
Huddart Parker Pty Limited <
Origin Energy NZ Share Plan Limited
FRL Pty Ltd <

BTS Pty Ltd <

Origin Energy Power Limited <

Origin Energy SWC Limited <
BESP Pty Ltd
Origin Energy Pinjar Security Pty Limited
Origin Energy Pinjar Holdings No. 1 Pty Limited
Origin Energy Pinjar No. 1 Pty Limited
Origin Energy Pinjar Holdings No. 2 Pty Limited
Origin Energy Pinjar No. 2 Pty Limited

Origin Energy Walloons Transmissions Pty Limited
Origin Energy Eraring Pty Limited <

Origin Energy Eraring Services Pty Limited <
Origin Energy Darling Downs Solar Farm Pty Ltd

Origin Energy Holdings Pty Limited <
Origin Energy Retail Limited <

Origin Energy (Vic) Pty Limited <
Gasmart (Vic) Pty Ltd <
Origin Energy (TM) Pty Limited <
Cogent Energy Pty Ltd
Origin Energy Retail No. 1 Pty Limited

Origin Energy Retail No. 2 Pty Limited

Horan & Bird Energy Pty Limited

Origin Energy Electricity Limited <

Eraring Gentrader Depositor Pty Limited
Sun Retail Pty Ltd <
OE Power Pty Limited <

Origin Energy Uranquinty Power Pty Ltd <
Origin Energy Mortlake Terminal Station No. 1 Pty Limited
Origin Energy Mortlake Terminal Station No. 2 Pty Limited
Origin Energy PNG Ltd #
Origin Energy PNG Holdings Limited #
Origin Energy Tasmania Pty Limited <
The Fiji Gas Co Ltd 
Origin Energy Contracting Limited <
Origin Energy LPG Limited <

Origin (LGC) (Aust) Pty Limited <
Origin Energy SA Pty Limited <
Hylemit Pty Limited
Origin Energy LPG Retail (NSW) Pty Limited

Origin Energy WA Pty Limited <
Origin Energy Services Limited <

OEL US Inc.

Origin Energy NSW Pty Limited <
Origin Energy Asset Management Limited <
Origin Energy Pipelines Pty Limited <

Origin Energy Pipelines (SESA) Pty Limited
Origin Energy Pipelines (Vic) Holdings Pty Limited <
Origin Energy Pipelines (Vic) Pty Limited <

Incorporated in 
NSW
Vic
Vic
NZ
WA
WA
SA
WA
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
NSW
NSW
NSW
Vic
SA
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
Qld
Vic
Vic
Qld
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
PNG
PNG
Tas
Fiji
Qld
NSW
NSW
SA
Vic
NSW
WA
SA
USA
NSW
SA
NT
Vic
Vic
Vic

2016 
Ownership 
interest  
%

2015 
Ownership 
interest  
%

100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
66.7
100
100
51
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100

100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
–
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
–
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
66.7
100
100
51
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100

103

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESE3  CONTROLLED ENTITIES (CONTINUED)

Origin LPG (Vietnam) LLC
Origin Energy Solomons Ltd 
Origin Energy Cook Islands Ltd
Origin Energy Vanuatu Ltd
Origin Energy Samoa Ltd
Origin Energy American Samoa Inc
Origin Energy Insurance Singapore Pte Ltd

Origin Energy Resources Limited <

Origin Energy CSG 2 Pty Limited

Origin Energy ATP 788P Pty Limited

Angari Pty Limited <
Oil Investments Pty Limited <
Origin Energy Southern Africa Holdings Pty Limited
Origin Energy Wallumbilla Transmissions Pty Limited
Oil Company of Australia (Moura) Transmissions Pty Limited <
Origin Energy Kenya Pty Limited
Origin Energy Bonaparte Pty Limited <
Origin Energy Developments Pty Limited <
Origin Energy Zoca 91-08 Pty Limited <
Origin Energy Petroleum Pty Limited <
Origin Energy Browse Pty Ltd
Origin Energy Northwest Limited 
Sagasco South East Inc 
Origin Energy Resources NZ Limited 
Kupe Development Limited
Kupe Mining (No.1) Limited
Origin Energy Resources (Kupe) Limited
Origin Energy Resources NZ (Rimu) Limited
Origin Energy Resources NZ (TAWN) Limited

Sagasco NT Pty Ltd <

Sagasco Amadeus Pty Ltd <

Origin Energy Amadeus Pty Limited <

Amadeus United States Pty Limited <

OE Resources Limited Partnership
Origin Energy Vietnam Pty Limited

Origin Energy Singapore Holdings Pte Limited
Origin Energy (Song Hong) Pte Limited
Origin Energy (Block 31) Pte Limited
Origin Energy (Block 01) Pte Limited
Origin Energy (L15/50) Pte Limited
Origin Energy (L26/50) Pte Limited
Origin Energy (Savannahket) Pte Limited
Origin Energy Fairview Transmissions Pty Limited

Origin Energy VIC Holdings Pty Limited <
Origin Energy New Zealand Limited

Origin Energy Universal Holdings Limited

Origin Energy Five Star Holdings Limited
Origin Energy Contact Finance Limited
Origin Energy Contact Finance No.2 Limited
Origin Energy Pacific Holdings Limited
Contact Energy Limited*
Contact Aria Ltd*
Contact Wind Limited*
Rockgas Limited*

Origin Energy Capital Ltd <

104

Incorporated in 
Vietnam
Solomon Islands
Cook Islands
Vanuatu
Western Samoa
American Samoa
Singapore
SA
Vic
Qld
SA
SA
Qld
Vic
WA
Vic
SA
ACT
SA
Qld
Vic
UK
Panama
NZ
NZ
NZ
NZ
NZ
NZ
SA
SA
Qld
Qld
NSW
Vic
Singapore
Singapore
Singapore
Singapore
Singapore
Singapore
Singapore
Vic
Vic
NZ
NZ
NZ
NZ
NZ
NZ
NZ
NZ
NZ
NZ
Vic

2016 
Ownership 
interest  
%
51
80
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
–
–
–
–
–
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
–
–
–
–
100

2015 
Ownership 
interest  
%
51
80
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
53.09
53.09
53.09
53.09
100

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESE3  CONTROLLED ENTITIES (CONTINUED)

Origin Energy Finance Company Pty Limited <
OE JV Co Pty Limited <

OE JV Holdings Pty Limited
Origin Energy LNG Holdings Pte Limited 
Origin Energy LNG Portfolio Pty Limited

Origin Energy Australia Holding BV #
Origin Energy Mt Stuart BV #

OE Mt Stuart General Partnership #

Parbond Pty Limited
Origin Foundation Pty Limited
Origin Renewable Energy Investments No 1 Pty Ltd

Origin Renewable Energy Investments No 2 Pty Ltd
Origin Renewable Energy Pty Ltd

Origin Energy Geothermal Holdings Pty Ltd
Origin Energy Geothermal Pty Ltd
Origin Energy Chile Holdings Pty Limited

Origin Energy Chile S.A. #

Origin Energy Geothermal Chile Limitada #
Nido Energy SpA #
Pleiades S.A.

Origin Energy Geothermal Singapore Pte Limited

Origin Energy Wind Holdings Pty Ltd

Cullerin Range Wind Farm Pty Ltd
Crystal Brook Wind Farm Pty Limited
Wind Power Pty Ltd

Wind Power Management Pty Ltd
Lexton Wind Farm Pty Ltd
Stockyard Hill Wind Farm Pty Ltd
Tuki Wind Farm Pty Ltd
Dundas Tablelands Wind Farm Pty Limited

Origin Energy Hydro Bermuda Limited
Origin Energy Hydro Chile SpA #

2016 
Ownership 
interest  
%
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100

2015 
Ownership 
interest  
%
100
100
100
100
–
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100

Incorporated in 
Vic
Vic
Vic
Singapore
Victoria
Netherlands
Netherlands
Netherlands
NSW
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Singapore
Vic
NSW
NSW
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
Vic
Bermuda
Chile

<  Entered into a Class Order 98/1418 and related deed of cross guarantee with Origin Energy Limited.
#  Controlled entity has a financial reporting period ending 31 December.
*  Contact Energy Limited and its subsidiaries were classified as held for sale at 30 June 2015.

Changes in controlled entities
2016
On 10 August 2015 Contact Energy Limited ceased to be controlled by the Group (refer note E4).

On 2 November 2015 the Group acquired 100 per cent of Horan & Bird Energy Pty Ltd.

On 18 February 2016 the Group registered Origin Energy LNG Portfolio Pty Ltd.

On 15 March 2016 the Group registered Origin Energy Darling Downs Solar Farm Pty Ltd.

Origin Energy Generacion Chile SpA changed its name to Nido Energy SpA on 23 February 2016. 

Origin Energy (Block 31) Pte Limited, Origin Energy (Block 01) Pte Limited, Origin Energy (L15/50) Pte Limited, Origin Energy (L26/50)  
Pte Limited and Origin Energy (Savannahket) Pte Limited were struck off. 

2015
On 25 June 2015 the Group acquired 100 per cent of Pleiades S.A.

Origin Energy Retail No. 1 Pty Limited and Origin Energy Retail No. 2 Pty Limited were incorporated/registered and Speed-E-Gas (NSW)  
Pty Ltd changed its name to Origin Energy LPG Retail (NSW) Pty Limited during the year ended 30 June 2015. 

Tonga Gas Limited ceased to be controlled and was sold during the year ended 30 June 2015.

105

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESE4  DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS AND ASSETS HELD FOR SALE

E4.1  Sale of Contact Energy
On 10 August 2015, the Group completed the sale of its investment in Contact Energy. The associated earnings, for the current and comparative 
periods, have been classified as discontinued operations in the Income Statement and all related note disclosures. 

Results of discontinued operations
Revenue 
Net gain on sale of discontinued operations
Other income
Expenses
Impairment of goodwill relating to investment in Contact Energy (refer to note B4)
Net financing costs

Profit/(loss) before income tax 
Income tax expense

Profit/(loss) after tax from discontinued operations

Attributable to:
Members of the parent entity
Non-controlling interest

Cash flows of discontinued operations
Cash flows from operating activities
Cash flows used in investing activities
Cash flows used in financing activities

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents 

Reconciliation of gain on sale
Consideration (net of transaction costs)
Net assets disposed
Reserves reclassified to profit and loss on sale
Non-controlling interest disposed

Gain on sale before income tax expense

Carrying value of net assets disposed
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Inventories 
Derivatives and other financial assets
Property, plant and equipment
Intangible assets
Other assets
Trade and other payables
Interest-bearing liabilities
Income tax liabilities
Other financial liabilities
Provisions and employee benefits
Deferred tax liabilities

Net assets disposed

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2016  
$million

2015  
$million

 251 
 14 
–
(221)
–
(9)

 35 
(7)

 28 

 21 
 7 

 28 

 2,254 
–
 9 
(2,021)
(265)
(91)

(114)
(27)

(141)

(199)
 58 

(141)

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

 71 
(8)
(63)

–

 455 
(112)
(359)

(16)

10 August 
2015  
$million

 1,603 
(2,928)
 69 
 1,270 

 14 

10 August 
2015  
$million

 4 
 199 
 146 
 35 
 4,583 
 487 
 10 
(198)
(1,542)
(3)
(6)
(71)
(716)

 2,928

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESE4  DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS AND ASSETS HELD FOR SALE (CONTINUED)

Reconciliation of cash consideration
Consideration
Less: Transaction costs

Consideration (net of transaction costs)
Less: Cash and cash equivalents disposed

Consideration (net of cash disposed)

10 August 
2015  
$million

 1,621 
(18)

 1,603 
(4)

1,599 

E4.2  Other asset sales
The assets and liabilities relating to the following assets have been classified as held for sale at 30 June 2016: 

 — Mortlake Pipeline;
 — Cullerin Range Wind Farm;
 — New Zealand on-shore assets;
 — Waitsia, Senecio, Beharra;
 — Energia Austral SpA;
 — OTP Geothermal Pte Ltd; and
 — Javiera solar project.

These assets form part of the broader asset sale program announced during the rights issue in September 2015 which also includes other assets 
being progressively prepared for sale but which have not yet met all the criteria to be classified as held for sale at 30 June 2016.

Assets and liabilities classified as held for sale
Trade and other receivables
Inventories 
Other financial assets
Investments accounted for using the equity method
Property, plant and equipment
Exploration and evaluation assets
Intangible assets
Deferred tax assets

Assets classified as held for sale
Trade and other payables
Provisions

Liabilities classified as held for sale
Net assets 

2016  
$million

 2 
 2 
5 
 152 
 294 
 9 
 6 
 1 

 471 
 9 
 37 

 46 
 425 

Sale of Mortlake Terminal Station
On 12 February 2016 Origin entered into a Sale Agreement with AusNet Transmission Group Pty Ltd for the sale of Mortlake Terminal Station. 
Completion of the transaction occurred on 23 June 2016 for cash proceeds of $110 million. Assets disposed of comprised property, plant and 
equipment of $85 million, resulting in a pre-tax gain on sale of $24 million, net of transaction costs. 

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIES  F  OTHER INFORMATION

This section includes other information to assist in understanding the financial performance and position of the Group, or items required  
to be disclosed to comply with accounting standards and other pronouncements.

F1  CONTINGENT LIABILITIES 
Discussed below are items where either it is not probable that the Group will have to make future payments or the amount of the future 
payments are not able to be measured reliably.

Guarantees
Bank guarantees and letters of credit have been provided mainly to Australian Energy Market Operator Limited to support the Group’s 
obligations to purchase electricity from the National Electricity Market.

Bank guarantees – unsecured
Letters of credit – unsecured

2016  
$million
 398 
 2 

2015(1)  
$million(1)
 250 
 25 

(1) 

Includes unsecured bank guarantees of $9 million and letters of credit of $25 million related to discontinued operations.

The Group’s share of guarantees for certain contractual commitments of its joint ventures is shown at note F2. The Group has also given letters 
of comfort to its bankers in respect of financial arrangements provided by the banks to certain partly-owned controlled entities.

Joint arrangements
As a participant in certain joint arrangements, the Group is liable for its share of liabilities incurred by these arrangements. In some circumstances 
the Group may incur more than its proportionate share of such liabilities, but will have the right to recover the excess liability from the other joint 
arrangement participants.

Australia Pacific LNG has secured US$8.5 billion in funding through a project finance facility. As of 30 June 2016, Australia Pacific LNG has drawn 
down US$8.5 billion under the facility for capital expenditure, fees and interest. The Group guarantees its share of amounts drawn under the 
facility during the construction phase of the project (37.5 per cent share at 30 June 2016 being US$3.2 billion). 

The Group continues to provide parent company guarantees in excess of its 37.5 per cent shareholding in Australia Pacific LNG in respect  
of certain domestic contracts.

Legal and regulatory
Certain entities within the Group (and joint venture entities, such as Australia Pacific LNG) are subject to various lawsuits and claims as well as 
audits and reviews by government or regulatory bodies. In most instances it is not possible to reasonably predict the outcome of these matters  
or their impact on the Group. Where outcomes can be reasonably predicted, provisions are recorded.

A number of sites owned/operated (or previously owned/operated) by the Group have been identified as contaminated. These properties are 
subject to ongoing environmental management programs. For sites where the requirements can be assessed and remediation costs can be 
estimated, such costs have been expensed or provided for.

Warranties and indemnities have also been given and/or received by entities in the Group in relation to environmental liabilities for certain 
properties divested and/or acquired.

Capital expenditure
As part of the acquisition of Browse Basin exploration permits, the Group agreed to pay cash consideration of US$75 million contingent upon a 
project Final Investment Decision (FID) and US$75 million contingent upon first production. The Group will pay further contingent consideration 
of up to US$50 million upon first production if 2P reserves, at the time of FID, reach certain thresholds. These obligations have not been 
provided for at the reporting date as they are dependent upon uncertain future events not wholly within the Group’s control.

F2  COMMITMENTS
Detailed below are the Group’s contractual commitments which are not recognised as liabilities as the relevant assets have not yet been received. 

Capital expenditure commitments
Joint venture commitments(2)
Operating lease commitments

2016  
$million
 81 
 993 
 296 

2015(1)  
$million(1)
 228 
 885 
 388 

(1) 
(2) 

Includes $28 million of capital expenditure commitments and $25 million of operating lease commitments relating to discontinued operations.
Includes $822 million (2015: $690 million) in relation to the Group’s share of Australia Pacific LNG’s capital, joint venture and operating lease commitments.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESF2  COMMITMENTS (CONTINUED)
The Group leases property, plant and equipment under operating leases with terms of one to ten years. The future minimum lease payments 
under non-cancellable operating leases are as follows:

Less than one year
Between one and five years
More than five years

2016  
$million
 67 
 161 
 68 

 296 

2015  
$million
 74 
 202 
 112 

 388

F3  SHARE-BASED PAYMENTS
This section sets out details of the Group’s share-based remuneration arrangements including details of the Company’s equity incentive plan, 
employee share plan and Contact Energy’s long term incentive scheme.

The following share-based remuneration expense was recognised during the year:

Continuing operations
Origin Equity Incentive Plan
Origin Employee Share Plan

Discontinued operations
Contact Energy Long Term Incentive Scheme

Ref.

(a)
(b)

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

 32 
 5 

 37 

 – 

 31 
 5 

 36 

 4 

Explanatory notes to share-based payments for the year ended 30 June 

(a) Equity Incentive Plan
Eligible employees are granted share-based remuneration under the Origin Energy Limited Equity Incentive Plan. Participation in the plan is at 
the Board’s discretion and no individual has a contractual right to participate or to receive any guaranteed benefits. Equity incentives are offered 
in the form of Options and share rights.

(i) Long Term Incentive (LTI)
LTI includes the award of Options and Performance Share Rights (PSRs) which do not carry dividend or voting entitlements and will only vest if 
certain performance standards are met. The number of awards that will vest depends on Origin’s Total Shareholder Return (TSR) ranking relative 
to the group of companies comprising the S&P/ASX 100 index at grant date. No awards vest if Origin’s TSR ranks at or below the 50th percentile. 
Testing of the TSR market performance condition occurs four years after the grant date and there is no re-testing.

Vested Options may be exercised up to a maximum of 10 years after grant date. The exercise price of Options is based on the weighted average 
price of the Company’s shares over a period of at least 10 trading days determined by the Board prior to the grant date. As there is no exercise 
price for PSRs, once vested they are exercised automatically. When exercised, either automatically or upon payment of the exercise price, a vested 
award is converted into one fully paid ordinary share that carries voting and dividend entitlements.

The fair value of the awards granted is recognised as an employee expense, with a corresponding increase in equity, over the vesting period.  
In exceptional circumstances(1) unvested Options or PSRs may be held ‘on foot’ subject to the specified performance hurdles and other plan 
conditions being met, or dealt with in an appropriate manner determined by the Board. Fair value is measured at grant date using a Monte  
Carlo simulation model that takes into account the exercise price, share price at grant date, price volatility, dividend yield, risk-free interest rate 
for the term of the security and the likelihood of meeting the TSR market condition. The amount recognised as an expense is adjusted to reflect 
the actual number of awards that vest except where due to non-achievement of the TSR market condition. Set out below are the inputs used  
to determine the fair value of the options and PSRs granted during the year: 

Grant date
Grant date share price
Exercise price
Volatility (per cent)
Dividend yield (per cent)
Risk-free rate (per cent)
Grant date fair value (per award)

1-Jul-15
$11.92
$12.78
24%
3.5%
2.28%
$1.00

Options
22-Oct-15
$5.92
$6.78
30%
3.5%
2.30%
$0.84

1-Jul-15
$11.92
$Nil
24%
3.5%
2.07%
$3.17

PSRs
22-Oct-15
$5.92
$Nil
30%
3.5%
1.96%
$2.60

(1)  The Equity Incentive Plan Rules set out the circumstances as death, disability, redundancy, genuine retirement, or other exceptional circumstances approved by the Board.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESF3  SHARE-BASED PAYMENTS (CONTINUED)

Explanatory notes to share-based payments for the year ended 30 June (continued)

(ii) Short Term Incentive (STI)
STI includes the award of Deferred Share Rights (DSRs) which vest where the employee remains employed with satisfactory performance for  
a set period (generally between two and four years). DSRs do not carry voting or dividend entitlements. Once vested, a DSR entitles the holder  
to one fully paid ordinary share of the Company. As there is no exercise price for DSRs, they are exercised automatically upon vesting. The fair 
value of DSRs is recognised as an employee expense over the related service period. DSRs are forfeited if the service and performance conditions 
are not met. In exceptional circumstances(1) the DSRs, which represent a portion of ‘earned’ STI, will vest at cessation unless the Board determines 
otherwise (for example they may be held ‘on foot’ until the originally intended vesting date). Fair value is measured at grant date as the market 
value of an Origin share less the discounted value of dividends foregone.

Equity Incentive Plan awards outstanding
Set out below is a summary of awards outstanding at the beginning and end of the financial year:

Outstanding at 1 July 2015
Granted(2)
Exercised
Forfeited
Expired

Outstanding at 30 June 2016
Exercisable at 30 June 2016

Outstanding at 1 July 2014
Granted
Exercised
Forfeited
Expired

Outstanding at 30 June 2015
Exercisable at 30 June 2015

Options

 19,322,406 
 3,709,418 
 – 
 5,009,590 
 – 

 18,022,234 
 – 

 18,330,803 
 2,569,779 
 – 
 192,676 
 1,385,500 

 19,322,406 
 – 

Weighted 
average 
exercise price

PSRs

DSRs

$13.30
$6.92
 – 
$13.27
 – 

$11.99
 – 

$13.08
$15.65
 – 
$13.16
$14.84

$13.30
 – 

 8,725,038 
 1,831,456 
 – 
 5,076,861 
 – 

 5,479,633 
 – 

 8,933,078 
 635,154 
 – 
 843,194 
 – 

 8,725,038 
 – 

 1,518,469 
 3,999,436 
 1,147,690 
 171,187 
 – 

 4,199,028 
 – 

 123,811 
 1,534,064 
 115,716 
 23,690 
 – 

 1,518,469 
 – 

The weighted average share price during 2016 was $5.67 (2015: $12.80). The Options outstanding at 30 June 2016 have an exercise price  
in the range of $6.78 to $15.65 and a weighted average contractual life of 4.3 years (2015: 3.8 years).
(1)  The Equity Incentive Plan Rules set out the circumstances as death, disability, redundancy, genuine retirement, or other exceptional circumstances approved by the Board.
(2)  The number of DSRs issued in 2014 was adjusted for the October 2015 rights issue for all participants except Executive Directors to eliminate any material advantage or 

disadvantage to participants.

(b) Employee Share Plan (ESP)
Under the ESP all full-time and permanent part-time employees of the Company who are based in Australia or New Zealand with at least one 
year of continuous service at 30 June of the performance year are granted up to AUD $1,000 of fully paid Origin shares conditional upon the 
Company meeting certain safety targets. The shares are granted for no consideration. Shares awarded under the ESP are purchased on-market, 
registered in the name of the employee, and are restricted for three years, or until cessation of employment, whichever occurs first. 

Details of the shares awarded under the ESP during the year are as follows:

2016

2015

Grant  
date

Shares  
granted

Cost per(1) 
share(1)

Total cost 
$’000

25-Sep-15

23-Sep-14

 708,647 

 708,647 

 315,038 

 315,038 

$7.18

$15.05

 5,088 

 5,088 

 4,741 

 4,741 

(1)  The cost per share represents the weighted average market price of the Company’s shares on the grant date.

F4  RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES
The Group’s interests in equity accounted entities and details of transactions with these entities are set out in note E1.

Certain directors of Origin Energy Limited are also directors of other companies which supply Origin Energy Limited with goods and services or 
acquire goods or services from Origin Energy Limited. Those transactions are approved by management within delegated limits of authority and 
the Directors do not participate in the decisions to enter into such transactions. If the decision to enter into those transactions should require 
approval of the Board, the Director concerned will not vote upon that decision nor take part in the consideration of it.

110

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESF5  KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL

Short-term employee benefits
Post-employment benefits
Other long-term benefits
Share-based payments

2016  
$
 9,858,958 
 243,057 
 287,802 
 3,858,411 

2015  
$
 14,336,666 
 280,504 
 223,941 
 6,581,723 

 14,248,228 

 21,422,834 

Loans and other transactions with key management personnel
There were no loans with key management personnel during the year.

Transactions entered into during the year with key management personnel are normal employee, customer or supplier relationships and have 
terms and conditions which are no more favourable than dealings in the same circumstances on an arm’s length basis. These transactions include:

 — the receipt of dividends from Origin Energy Limited or participation in the Dividend Reinvestment Plan;
 — participation in the Employee Share Plan, Equity Incentive Plan and Non-executive Director Share Plan;
 — participation in the October 2015 rights issue as a shareholder;
 — terms and conditions of employment or directorship appointment;
 — reimbursement of expenses incurred in the normal course of employment;
 — purchases of goods and services; and
 — receipt of interest on Retail Notes.

F6  NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
Cash includes cash on hand, at bank and short-term deposits, net of outstanding bank overdrafts.

The following table reconciles profit to net cash provided by operating activities:

Loss for the period

Adjustments to reconcile profit to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortisation
Executive share-based payment expense
Impairment losses recognised – trade and other receivables
Exploration expense
Impairment of assets
Decrease in fair value of financial instruments
Net financing costs
Increase in tax balances
Gain on sale of assets
Non-cash share of net profits of equity accounted investees
Unrealised foreign exchange loss
Release of unfavourable contract liability
Oil forward sale
Oil put option premium
Settlement of Energy Markets final carbon liability
Changes in assets and liabilities, net of effects from acquisitions/disposals:
 — Receivables
 — Inventories
 — Payables
 — Provisions
 — Other
Total adjustments(1)
Net cash from operating activities

Note

2016  
$million

(576)

2015  
$million

(590)

 623 
 32 
 67 
 63 
 691 
 234 
 347 
(75)
(39)
 228 
 40 
 – 
(139)
(117)
 – 

 8 
(11)
 96 
(39)
(29)

 809 
 35 
 83 
 29 
 889 
 683 
 368 
(165)
(2)
 87 
 36 
(193)
 – 
 – 
(300)

 262 
 6 
(173)
 15 
(46)

 1,980 
 1,404 

 2,423 
 1,833 

The following non-cash financing and investing activities have not been included in the statement of cash flows:

Issue of shares in respect of the Dividend Reinvestment Plan 

C6

 42 

 79 

(1)  Adjustments include amounts which are classified as discontinued operations and held for sale at 30 June 2016 and 30 June 2015. Refer to note E4 for details of cash flows 

relating to discontinued operations.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESF7  AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION
During the year the following fees were paid or payable for services provided by the auditor of the parent entity, its related practices  
and non-related audit firms:

Audit and review services of the financial reports by:
Auditors of the Group (KPMG)
Other auditors

Other services by:
Auditors of the Group (KPMG)
Accounting advice
Taxation services
Assurance services:
– equity and debt transactions
– contract compliance
– IT controls
– other

2016  
$’000

 2,431 
 76 
 2,507 

 20 
 17 

 159 
 140 
 – 
 45 

 381 

2015(1) 
$’000(1)

 3,393 
 72 
 3,465 

 44 
 52 

 164 
 221 
 150 
 74 

 705 

 2,888 

 4,170 

(1) 

Includes audit fees of $520,000 and non-audit services of $Nil in relation to Contact Energy Limited.

F8  MASTER NETTING OR SIMILAR AGREEMENTS
The Group enters into derivative transactions under International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) master netting agreements.  
In general, under such agreements the amounts owed by each counterparty on a single day in respect of all transactions outstanding  
in the same currency are aggregated into a net amount payable by one party to the other.

Financial assets and liabilities are offset, and the net amount reported in the statement of financial position, where the Group has a legally 
enforceable right to offset recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or realise the asset and settle the liability 
simultaneously. The Group has also entered into arrangements that do not meet the criteria for offsetting, but still allow for the related amounts 
to be offset in certain circumstances, such as a loan default or the termination of a contract. 

The following table presents the recognised financial instruments that are offset, or subject to master netting arrangements but not offset,  
as at reporting date. The column ‘net amount’ shows the impact on the Group’s statement of financial position if all set-off rights were exercised.

30 June 2016
Derivative financial assets
Derivative financial liabilities

30 June 2015
Derivative financial assets
Derivative financial liabilities

Amount 
offset in the 
statement 
of financial 
position  
$million

Amount in 
the statement 
of financial 
position  
$million

Related 
amount not 
offset  
$million

Net amount  
$million

(372)
 372 

(315)
 315 

 1,387 
(1,068)

 874 
(1,340)

(437)
 437 

(360)
 360 

 950 
(631)

 514 
(980)

Gross amount  
$million

 1,759 
(1,440)

 1,189 
(1,655)

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESF9  DEED OF CROSS GUARANTEE
The parent entity has entered into a Deed of Cross Guarantee. This means that the Group guarantees the debts of certain controlled entities. 
The controlled entities which are party to the Deed, are shown in note E3.

The following consolidated statement of comprehensive income and retained profits, and statement of financial position comprises the Company 
and its controlled entities which are party to the Deed of Cross Guarantee after eliminating all transactions between parties to the Deed.

Consolidated statement of comprehensive income and retained profits for the year ended 30 June
Revenue
Other income
Expenses
Share of results of equity accounted investees
Interest income
Interest expense

Loss before income tax
Income tax benefit

Loss for the period
Other comprehensive income

Total comprehensive income for the period

Retained earnings at the beginning of the period
Adjustments for entities entering the Deed of Cross Guarantee

Retained earnings at the beginning of the period
Dividends paid

Retained earnings at the end of the period

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

 11,526 
 105 
(11,642)
(225)
 222 
(629)

(643)
(163)

(480)
–

(480)

 7,179 
 57 

 7,236 
(452)

 6,304 

 11,400 
 152 
(12,063)
(84)
 109 
(320)

(806)
(105)

(701)
 3 

(698)

 8,430 
–

 8,430 
(553)

 7,179

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESF9 DEED OF CROSS GUARANTEE (CONTINUED)

Statement of financial position as at 30 June
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Derivatives
Other financial assets
Income tax receivable
Assets classified as held for sale
Other assets

Total current assets

Non-current assets
Trade and other receivables
Derivatives
Other financial assets
Investments accounted for using the equity method
Property, plant and equipment
Exploration and evaluation assets
Development assets
Intangible assets
Deferred tax assets
Other assets

Total non-current assets
Total assets

Current liabilities
Trade and other payables
Interest-bearing liabilities
Derivatives
Other financial liabilities
Employee benefits
Provisions
Liabilities classified as held for sale

Total current liabilities

Non-current liabilities
Trade and other payables
Interest-bearing liabilities
Derivatives
Employee benefits
Provisions

Total non-current liabilities
Total liabilities
Net assets

Equity
Share capital
Reserves
Retained earnings

Total equity

114

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

 49 
 4,403 
 231 
 253 
 312 
 56 
 220 
 135 

 5,659 

 845 
 1,134 
 6,041 
 5,933 
 4,700 
 310 
 292 
 5,172 
 255 
 27 

 44 
 3,810 
 217 
 34 
 208 
 75 
–
 104 

 4,492 

 1,343 
 859 
 6,412 
 6,226 
 5,041 
 299 
 239 
 5,013 
 198 
 44 

 24,709 
 30,368 

 25,674 
 30,166 

 2,938 
 102 
 18 
 375 
 209 
 49 
 19 

 3,710 

 8,703 
 2,055 
 1,050 
 35 
 577 

 12,420 
 16,130 
 14,238 

 7,150 
 784 
 6,304 

 2,781 
 472 
 31 
 157 
 251 
 61 
–

 3,753 

 8,394 
 3,920 
 1,266 
 35 
 475 

 14,090 
 17,843 
 12,323 

 4,599 
 545 
 7,179 

 14,238 

 12,323

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIESF10  PARENT ENTITY DISCLOSURES 
The following sets out the results and financial position of the parent entity, Origin Energy Limited:

Origin Energy Limited
(Loss)/profit for the period
Other comprehensive income, net of income tax

Total comprehensive income for the period

Financial position of the parent entity at period end
Current assets
Non-current assets

Total assets
Current liabilities
Non-current liabilities

Total liabilities

Share capital
Share-based payments reserve
Hedging reserve
Retained earnings

Total equity

Contingent liabilities of the parent entity
Bank guarantees – unsecured 

2016  
$million

2015  
$million

(30)
 3 

(27)

 1,418 
 17,949 

 19,367 
 994 
 10,568 

 11,562 

 7,150 
 197 
(26)
 484 

 7,805 

 547 
(33)

 514 

 2,242 
 17,676 

 19,918 
 1,363 
 12,853 

 14,216 

 4,599 
 166 
(29)
 966 

 5,702 

 11 

 4 

The parent entity has entered into a deed of indemnity for the cross-guarantee of liabilities of a number of controlled entities. Refer to note E3.

The parent entity has also provided guarantees for certain contractual commitments of its joint ventures associated with capital projects.

F11  NEW STANDARDS AND INTERPRETATIONS NOT YET ADOPTED
A number of new standards, amendments to standards and interpretations are effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 July 2016,  
and have not been applied in preparing these financial statements. The Group has reviewed these standards and interpretations, and with the 
exception of AASB 9 Financial Instruments, AASB 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers and AASB 16 Leases, determined none of these 
standards and interpretations materially impact the Group. AASB 9 Financial Instruments proposes a revised framework for the classification and 
measurement of financial instruments. AASB 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers introduces the core principle that an entity recognises 
revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity 
expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. AASB 16 will primarily affect the accounting by lessees and will result in the 
recognition of almost all leases on the balance sheet. The standard removes the current distinction between operating and financing leases  
and requires recognition of an asset and a financial liability to pay rentals for almost all lease contracts. The accounting by lessors, however,  
will not significantly change. The Group is currently assessing the impact of these standards.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIES 
F12  SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Completion of Cullerin Range Wind Farm Sale  
On 17 June 2016 Origin entered into a Share Sale Agreement with EDL Holdings (Australia) Pty Ltd for the sale of its wholly owned subsidiary 
Cullerin Range Wind Farm Pty Ltd for cash consideration of $72 million. Completion of the transaction occurred on 13 July 2016. The expected 
gain on sale before tax and transaction costs is approximately $12 million. Simultaneously, Origin Energy Electricity Limited entered into an 
Offtake Agreement with Cullerin Range Wind Farm Pty Ltd.

Completion of OTP Geothermal Pte Ltd Sale   
On 8 April 2016 Origin announced that it had entered into a Sale Agreement with KS Orka Renewables Pte Ltd for the sale of its 50 per cent 
interest in OTP Geothermal Pte Ltd (OTP) for cash consideration of approximately US$30 million (Origin share). Settlement of the transaction 
occurred on 16 August 2016. Origin’s investment in OTP is recorded at its recoverable amount at 30 June 2016 therefore there will be no 
significant profit or loss realised on divestment in the year ending 30 June 2017.

Australia Pacific LNG Functional Currency 
Australia Pacific LNG has changed its functional currency from AUD to USD from 1 July 2016 for accounting and reporting purposes.  
On 30 June 2016 Australia Pacific LNG elected to change its functional currency for PRRT to USD from 1 July 2016 and intends to change  
its functional currency for income tax purposes to USD with effect from 1 July 2016.

Funding of Australia Pacific LNG 
On 1 July 2016 Australia Pacific LNG undertook a capital reduction and cancellation of all existing 14,000 AUD denominated mandatory 
redeemable preference shares (MRCPS) (Origin’s share, A$4.8 billion). The capital reduction was funded by issue of USD denominated MRCPS  
to a value of US$7.4 billion (Origin’s share US$2.8 billion or A$3.7 billion) and a non-cash shareholder capital contribution of US$2.2 billion 
(Origin’s share US$0.8 billion or A$1.1 billion).

Other than the matters described above, no other item, transaction or event of a material nature has arisen since 30 June 2016 that would 
significantly affect the operations of the Group, the results of those operations, or the state of affairs of the Group, in future financial periods.

116

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTSORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED AND ITS CONTROLLED ENTITIES 
 
DIRECTORS’ DECLARATION

1 

 In the opinion of the Directors of Origin Energy Limited (the Company):

(a) 

 the consolidated financial statements and notes are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), including:

(i) 

(ii) 

 giving a true and fair view of the financial position of the Group as at 30 June 2016 and of its performance, for the year  
ended on that date; and

 complying with Australian Accounting Standards (including the Australian Accounting Interpretations) and the Corporations 
Regulations 2001 (Cth).

(b) 

 the consolidated financial statements also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards as disclosed in the Overview  
of the consolidated financial statements.

(c) 

 there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debts as and when they become due and payable.

 There are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company and the controlled entities identified in note E3 will be able to meet any 
obligations or liabilities to which they are or may become subject to by virtue of the Deed of Cross Guarantee between the Company  
and those controlled entities pursuant to ASIC Class Order 98/1418.

 The Directors have been given the declarations required by section 295A of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) from the Managing Director 
and the Acting Chief Financial Officer for the financial year ended 30 June 2016.

2 

3 

Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Directors:

Gordon M Cairns, Chairman 
Director 
Sydney, 18 August 2016

DIRECTORS’ DECLARATION

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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

118

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

ABCDIndependent auditor’s report to the members of Origin Energy LimitedReport on the financial reportWe have audited the accompanying financial report of Origin Energy Limited (the Company), which comprises the consolidated statement of financial position as at 30 June 2015, and consolidated income statement and consolidated statement of comprehensive income, consolidated statement of changes in equity and consolidated statement of cash flows for the year ended on that date, the notes to the financial statements Overview and A to F12 comprising a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory information, and the directors’ declaration of the consolidated entity comprising the Company and the entities it controlled at the year’s end or from time to time during the financial year. Directors’ responsibility for the financial report The directors of the Company 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 2001and for suchinternal 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 the notes to the financial statements Overview, the directors also state, in accordance with Australian Accounting Standard AASB 101 Presentation of Financial Statements, that the financial statements ofthe consolidated entity comply with International Financial Reporting Standards. Auditor’s responsibilityOur responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial report based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. These Auditing 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 of the financial report that gives a true and fair view 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.  We performed the procedures toassess whether in all material respects the financial report presents fairly, in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 and Australian Accounting Standards, a true and fair view which is consistent with our understanding of the consolidated entity’s financial position and of itsperformance.  We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion. (continued overleaf)KPMG, an Australian partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (“KPMG International”), a Swiss entity. Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation. INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

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ORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016Information set out below was applicable as at 18 August 2016.

As at 18 August 2016, there were:

 — 170,378 holders of ordinary shares in the Company; and
 — 148 holders of 17,888,554 Options, 453 holders of 5,463,043 Performance Share Rights, and 483 holders of 4,070,794 Deferred Share 

Rights granted under the Origin Energy Equity Incentive Plan.

There is not a current on-market buy-back of Origin shares.

During the reporting period 708,647 Origin shares were purchased on-market for the purpose of the Employee Share Plan. The average price 
per share purchased was $7.18.

ANALYSIS OF SHARES

Holdings Ranges
1-1,000
1,001-5,000
5,001-10,000
10,001-100,000
100,001-99,999,999,999

Totals

Holders
67,799
74,809
17,131
10,374
265

Total Units
30,341,697
180,164,829
120,404,205
210,646,418
1,211,848,294

170,378

1,753,405,443

%
1.73
10.28
6.87
12.01
69.11

100.00

9,429 shareholders hold less than a marketable parcel as at 18 August 2016.

SUBSTANTIAL SHAREHOLDERS
There were no substantial shareholders as disclosed by notices received by the Company as at 18 August 2016.

TOP 20 HOLDINGS

Shareholder
HSBC Custody Nominees (Australia) Limited
J P Morgan Nominees Australia Limited
National Nominees Limited
Citicorp Nominees Pty Limited
BNP Paribas Noms Pty Ltd (DRP)
BNP Paribas Nominees Pty Ltd (Agency Lending DRP A/C)
HSBC Custody Nominees (Australia) Limited – A/C 2
Citicorp Nominees Pty Limited (Colonial First State Inv A/C)
Argo Investments Limited
RBC Investor Services Australia Nominees Pty Limited (Bkcust A/C)
HSBC Custody Nominees (Australia) Limited (NT-Comnwlth Super Corp A/C)
Australian Foundation Investment Company Limited
RBC Investor Services Australia Nominees Pty Limited (Mba A/C)
National Nominees Limited (N A/C)
The Senior Master Of The Supreme Court (Common Fund No 3 A/C)
AMP Life Limited
Navigator Australia Ltd (MLC Investment Sett A/C)
HSBC Custody Nominees (Australia) Limited-Gsco Eca
Forsyth Barr Custodians Ltd (Forsyth Barr Ltd-Nominee A/C)
HSBC Custody Nominees (Australia) Limited

Number of shares
384,475,144
310,795,950
157,618,440
147,110,565
30,640,187
20,962,122
12,577,222
11,221,875
10,959,203
8,330,277
8,293,772
6,000,000
5,192,943
3,645,981
3,564,687
2,956,625
2,637,255
2,430,138
2,371,368
2,247,436

1,134,031,190

% of issued shares
21.94
17.74
8.99
8.40
1.75
1.20
0.72
0.64
0.63
0.48
0.47
0.34
0.30
0.21
0.20
0.17
0.15
0.14
0.14
0.13

64.71%

120

SHARE AND SHAREHOLDER INFORMATIONSHARE AND SHAREHOLDER INFORMATIONSHAREHOLDER ENQUIRIES
For information about your shareholding, to notify a change of address, to make changes to your dividend payment instructions or for any  
other shareholder enquiries, you should contact Origin Energy’s share registry, Boardroom Pty Ltd on 1300 664 446. Please note that broker 
sponsored holders are required to contact their broker to amend their address.

When contacting the share registry, shareholders should quote their security holder reference number, which can be found on the holding  
or dividend statements. 

Shareholders with internet access can update and obtain information regarding their shareholding online at https://www.originenergy.com.au/
about/investors-media.html

TAX FILE NUMBER
For resident shareholders who have not provided the share registry with their Tax File Number (TFN) or exemption category details, tax at the 
top marginal tax rate (plus Medicare levy) will be deducted from dividends to the extent they are not fully franked. For those shareholders who 
have not as yet provided their TFN or exemption category details, forms are available from the share registry. Shareholders are not obliged to 
provide this information if they do not wish to do so.

INFORMATION ON ORIGIN 
The main source of information for shareholders is the Annual Report and the Shareholder Review. Both the Annual Report and Shareholder 
Review will be provided to shareholders on request and free of charge. Shareholders not wishing to receive the Annual Report should advise the 
share registry in writing so that their names can be removed from the mailing list. Origin’s website www.originenergy.com.au is another source  
of information for shareholders.

SECURITIES EXCHANGE LISTING
Origin shares are traded on the Australian Securities Exchange Limited (ASX). The symbol under which Origin shares are traded is ‘ORG’. Origin’s 
Subordinated Notes are also traded on the ASX under the symbol ORGHA.

VOTING RIGHTS OF MEMBERS
At a meeting of members, each member who is entitled to attend and vote may attend and vote in person or by proxy, attorney or representative. 
On a show of hands, every person present who is a member, proxy, attorney or representative, shall have one vote and on a poll, every member 
who is present in person or by proxy, attorney or representative shall have one vote for each fully paid share held.

NOTICE OF ENFORCEABLE UNDERTAKING
In September 2013, an LPG plant fire occurred at our Minto LPG site, injuring two workers.

SafeWork NSW investigated the incident and subsequently alleged that Origin breached the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW). This part 
of our Annual Report has been included pursuant to the terms of an Enforceable Undertaking Origin has signed with SafeWork NSW in settlement 
of the alleged contravention. Also under that Undertaking, Origin agreed to take the following actions:

 — conduct development programs for leaders of the LPG business as well as terminal and driver supervisors;
 — install new equipment at an LPG terminal;
 — produce two safety videos with respect to LPG; and
 — participate in charitable works with the Concord Hospital Burns Unit.

Origin regrets the incident, particularly given its on-going commitment to ensure the health and safety of all its workers and those affected  
by its businesses but is thankful that the two injured workers were able to return to pre-injury duties following receipt of medical support.

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EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION PERMITS AND DATAEXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION PERMITS AND DATABasin/Project Area
NEW ZEALAND
TARANAKI BASIN
PML 38146 

PMP 38151 

PMP 38155 

CANTERBURY BASIN
PEP 38264 

Notes:
   Operatorship

Interest

 Notes

50.00%

100.00%

100.00%

45.00%

(1)   Interest held through 37.5 per cent ownership  

of APLNG Joint Venture

   Replacement tenure for parts of ATP 526

   Replacement tenure for PL 203

(2)  Replacement tenures for T/18P

(3)   percentage increase due to Toyota Tsusho Gas 

E&P Otway Limited withdrawal

Origin held interests in the following permits at 30 June 2016.

Interest

 Notes

Basin/Project Area

Interest

 Notes

37.50%

(1)

Peat
PL 101

Other Bowen Basin
ATP 804P

ATP 745P and PLs 420,  
421 and 440

PLs 219 and 220 

Other Surat Basin
ATP 606P and PLs 297, 403, 
404, 407, 408, 405(A), 406(A), 
412(A), 413(A) and 444(A)

ATP 631P and PLs 281(A)  
and 282(A)

ATP 663P and PLs 434(A), 
435(A), 436(A), 437(A), 438(A) 
and 439(A)

ATP 973P and PLs 265, 266  
and 267 

ATP 972P and PLs 469(A), 
470(A) and 471(A)

PL 1011

PPLs 143, 177, 178, 185, 186 
and 2000

ONSHORE OTWAY BASIN

Victoria
PPLs 6,9 and PRL1

PPLs 4, 5, 7, 10 and 12

PPL 2 Ex (Iona Exclusion)

PPL 8 

OFFSHORE OTWAY BASIN

Victoria
Vic/P42 (V)

Vic/P43

Vic/L23

Vic/P69

Vic/L1(V) 

Tasmania
T/L2 and T/L3 

T/30P

T/34P

Bass Basin (Tasmania)
T/L1 

T/RL 2, 3, 4 and 5 

PERTH BASIN (Western Australia) 
EP320 and L11 

L 14 

L1/L2 (Excluding Dongara, 
Mondarra and Yardarino)

10.99%

8.94%

37.50%

34.77%

6.79%

37.50%

37.50%

34.77%

37.50%

37.50%

90.00%

100.00%

100.00%

100.00%

100.00%

67.23%

67.23%

100.00%

100.00%

67.23%

70.77%

86.63%

42.50%

39.00%

67.00%

49.19%

50.00%

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(3)

(2)

Basin/Project Area
AUSTRALIA
COOPER BASIN (South Australia) 
Patchawarra East Block PPLs

SA Unit PPLs

Reg Sprigg West Unit  
(PPL 194/PPL 211 )

PEL 637 and PRL 106 

PELs 638

COOPER BASIN (Queensland)
SWQ Unit Subleases

Aquitaine A & B Blocks of ATP 
1189P and associated PLs

Aquitaine C Block of ATP 1189P 
and associated PLs

Wareena Block of ATP 1189P 
and associated PLs

GALILEE BASIN (Queensland)
ATPs 666P, 667P and 668P

SURAT BASIN (Queensland)
ATP 647P (Block 2656 only)

ATP 788P (Shallows)

ATP 788P (Deeps)

10.54%

13.19%

7.90%

40.00%

33.75%

16.74%

25.00%

27.00%

10.00%

37.50%

(1)

50.00%

100.00%

25.00%

DENISON TROUGH (Queensland) 
PLs 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 54, 67, 
173, 183 and 218 

18.75%

ATP 1191 Farm-out (Production)

11.25%

ATP 337P (Exploration) and  
PLs 450(A), 451(A), 457(A)  
and 1012(A)

ATP 1191

ATP 1177P

PPLs 10 and 11

LNG (Gladstone) 
PPLs 162 and 163 

PFL 20

CSG (Queensland)

Fairview
ATP 526P, ATP 2012(A)
PLs 90, 91, 92, 99, 100, 232, 
233, 234, 235 and 236

 and 

Spring Gully
ATP 592P and PLs 195, 203, 
414, 415, 416, 417, 418,  
 and 419(A)
268(A)

PL 204 

PL 200 

PPL 180

Talinga/ Orana
ATP 692P and PLs 209, 215, 
226, 272, 216(A), 225(A), 
289(A), 445(A) and 481(A)

PPLs 171 and 181 

PFL 26

Kenya/Argyle/Lauren/Bellevue
PLs 179, 180, 228,  
229 and 263

PL 247

ATP 648 and PLs 257, 273,  
274, 275, 278, 279, 442, 466, 
474 and 503

ATP 1188P 

PFL 19 

PPLs 107, 176 and 2014

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

18.75%

18.75%

18.75%

18.75%

37.50%

37.50%

8.97%

(1)

35.44%

37.40%

35.89%

37.50%

37.50%

37.50%

37.50%

15.23%

11.02%

11.72%

11.72%

11.72%

15.23%

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

BROWSE BASIN (Western Australia) 
WA-315-P and WA-398-P

40.00%

BONAPARTE BASIN  
(Western Australia & Northern Territory) 
WA-454-P

50.00%

NT/RL1 and WA-6-R

NT/P84

NT/P85

5.00%

50.00%

50.00%

BEETALOO BASIN (Northern Territory)
EP 76, EP 98 and EP117

35.00%

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EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION PERMITS AND DATAORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION PERMITS AND DATA 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
This Annual Reserves Report provides an update on the reserves and resources of Origin Energy Limited (Origin) and its share of Australia Pacific 
LNG, as at 30 June 2016. The data is compared with and reconciled to the position at 30 June 2015. 

SUMMARY OF 2P RESERVES
Including production, Origin’s proved plus probable (2P) reserves increased by 17 PJe to a total of 6,277 PJe, when compared to 30 June 2015. 
The key changes in 2P reserves include:

 — 249 PJe net increase resulting from revisions and extensions with notable increases in the Perth Basin (Waitsia/Senecio field) and offshore 

NZ (Kupe field), partly offset by decreases in Cooper, Otway and Bass basins.

 — 231 PJe decrease due to production.

Table 1: Origin 2P reserves (by area)

2P Reserves by area (PJe)

Australia Pacific LNG
Surat/Bowen (Unconventional)

Cooper Basin
SA Cooper Basin
SWQ Cooper Basin

Other Onshore Australia
Perth Basin
Ironbark (Unconventional)

Australia Offshore
Otway Basin
Bass Basin

New Zealand
Onshore Taranaki
Offshore Taranaki (Kupe)

Total

2P 
30/06/2015

Acquisition/ 
Divestment

New Booking/
Discovery

Revisions/ 
Extensions

Production

2P 
30/06/2016

5,167

187
53

43
256

313
90

–
151

6,260

–

–
–

–
–

–
–

–
–

–

–

–
–

–
–

–
–

–
–

–

63

(26)
(12)

216
–

(34)
(30)

1
71

249

(157)

5,073

(12)
(6)

(4)
–

(24)
(10)

(1)
(18)

(231)

149
35

255
256

255(1)
50

–
204

6,277

(1) 

Includes 78 PJe in Halladale and Speculant fields.

During the year, changes were recorded in the following areas:

 — Including 157 PJe of production, Australia Pacific LNG 2P reserves decreased by 94 PJe to 5,073 PJe with 63 PJe of 2P reserves added 

following successful development drilling. Further detail is provided in Appendix A.

 — Including 18 PJe of production, Cooper Basin 2P reserves decreased by 56 PJe to 184 PJe with 38 PJe of revisions and extensions due  

to revised development plans and the impact of lower oil prices. 

 — Including 4 PJe of production, Perth Basin 2P reserves increased by 212 PJe to 255 PJe with 216 PJe of revisions and extensions in  

Waitsia field as a result of an integrated reservoir study incorporating well results and data. Waitsia is expected to begin production early  
in the 2017 financial year.

 — Ironbark 2P reserves remained unchanged at 256 PJe. 3P reserves decreased by 1 PJe to 713 PJe and 2C reserves increased by 3 PJe  

to 329 PJe.

 — Including 24 PJe of production, Otway Basin 2P reserves decreased by 58 PJe to 255 PJe with 34 PJe of revisions and extensions due to 
faster decline in well deliverability resulting in less reserves able to be economically produced. Reservoir studies to identify Otway backfill 
opportunities are ongoing.

 — Including 10 PJe of production, Bass Basin 2P reserves decreased by 40 PJe to 50 PJe with 30 PJe of revisions and extensions due to lower 

observed reservoir performance from Yolla-5 and Yolla-6 since wells have come online. 

 — Including 18 PJe of production, New Zealand Offshore (Kupe) 2P reserves increased by 53 PJe to 204 PJe with 71 PJe of revisions and 

extensions as a result of an updated reservoir model. 

Minor revisions to reserves occurred in other areas as additional data and technical studies are incorporated into forward estimates. Around  
85 per cent of 2P reserves are unconventional.

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Table 2: Origin 2P reserves (by product and development type)

LPG 
(kT)

Condensate 
(kbbl)

Oil 
(kbbl)

Total (PJe)

Developed

Undeveloped

Total 
(PJe)

2P Reserves by area (PJe)

Australia Pacific LNG
Surat/Bowen (Unconventional)

Cooper Basin
SA Cooper Basin
SWQ Cooper Basin

Other Onshore Australia
Perth Basin
Ironbark (Unconventional)

Australia Offshore
Otway Basin
Bass Basin

New Zealand
Onshore Taranaki
Offshore Taranaki (Kupe)

Total

Gas 
(PJ)

5,073

115
30

255
256

220
38

–
147

–

245
36

–
–

393
107

–
613

6,133

1,394

Table 3: Origin 2P reserve changes (by product)

2P Reserves by area (PJe)
2P 30/06/2015
Acquisition/divestment
New bookings/discoveries
Revisions/extensions
Production

2P 30/06/2016
Change
Change (percentage)

–

–

1,969

3,104

5,073

1,834
370

67
–

2,902
1,264

–
4,975

11,411

Gas 
(PJ)
6,100
–
–
248
(215)

6,133
33
1

1,959
321

–
–

–
6

–
–

91
24

81
–

184
48

–
117

57
11

175
256

71
2

–
87

149
35

255
256

255
50

–
204

2,287

2,514

3,763

6,277

LPG 
(kT)
1,492
–
–
30
(129)

1,394
(98)
(7)

Condensate 
(kbbl)
13,029
–
–
(199)
(1,419)

11,411
(1,617)
(12)

Oil 
(kbbl)
2,631
–
–
8
(352)

2,287
(344)
(13)

Total 
(PJe)
6,260
–
–
249
(231)

6,277
17
0

SUMMARY OF 1P RESERVES
Proved (1P) reserves increased by 398 PJe (after production) to a total of 3,160 PJe, when compared to previous reporting period, as stated  
in Table 4. Around 84 per cent of 1P reserves are unconventional.

Table 4: Origin 1P reserves (by area) 

1P Reserves by area (PJe)

Australia Pacific LNG
Surat/Bowen (Unconventional)

Cooper Basin
SA Cooper Basin
SWQ Cooper Basin

Other Onshore Australia
Perth Basin
Ironbark (Unconventional)

Australia Offshore
Otway Basin
Bass Basin

New Zealand
Onshore Taranaki
Offshore Taranaki (Kupe)

Total

1P 
30/06/2015

Acquisition/ 
Divestment

New Booking/
Discovery

Revisions/ 
Extensions

Production

1P 
30/06/2016

2,272

82
26

15
–

188
83

–
97

2,763

–

–
–

–
–

–
–

–
–

–

–

–
–

–
–

–
–

–
–

–

543

(157)

2,659

(6)
(4)

55
–

9
(33)

1
64

629

(12)
(6)

(4)
–

(24)
(10)

(1)
(18)

(231)

64
16

67
–

173
39

–
143

3,160

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Table 5: Origin 1P reserves (by product and development type)

1P Reserves by area (PJe)

Australia Pacific LNG
Surat/Bowen (Unconventional)

Cooper Basin
SA Cooper Basin
SWQ Cooper Basin

Other Onshore Australia
Perth Basin
Ironbark (Unconventional)

Australia Offshore
Otway Basin
Bass Basin

New Zealand
Onshore Taranaki
Offshore Taranaki (Kupe)

Total

Gas 
(PJ)

2,659

51
13

66
–

149
30

–
100

3,067

Table 6: Origin 1P reserve changes (by product)

1P Reserves by area (PJe)
1P 30/06/2015
Acquisition/divestment
New bookings/discoveries
Revisions/extensions
Production

1P 30/06/2016
Change
Change (percentage)

LPG 
(kT)

Condensate 
(kbbl)

Oil 
(kbbl)

Total (PJe)

Developed

Undeveloped

Total 
(PJe)

–

99
17

–
–

280
84

–
419

899

–

739
175

19
–

2,053
989

–
4,108

8,083

Gas 
(PJ)
2,666
–
–
617
(215)

3,067
402
15 

–

1,965

694

2,659

739
137

–
–

–
1

–
–

36
11

67
–

128
38

–
98

28
5

–
–

46
1

–
45

64
16

67
–

173
39

–
143

877

2,341

819

3,160

LPG 
(kT)
940
–
–
87
(129)

899
(42)
(4)

Condensate 
(kbbl)
8,207
–
–
1,295
(1,419)

8,083
(124)
(2)

Oil 
(kbbl)
1,070
–
–
158
(352)

877
(194)
(18)

Total 
(PJe)
2,763
–
–
629
(231)

3,160
398
14 

AUSTRALIA PACIFIC LNG RESERVES AND RESOURCES
Netherland, Sewell & Associates, Inc. (NSAI) has audited and prepared a consolidated report of the reserves and resources held by Australia Pacific 
LNG. Reserves and resources estimates for each property in this report have either been independently prepared by NSAI or prepared by Origin 
and audited by NSAI. The reserves and resources data are based on technical, commercial and operational information provided by Origin on 
behalf of Australia Pacific LNG.

Table 7 provides 1P, 2P and 3P reserves and 2C resources for Australia Pacific LNG (100 per cent). Table 8 shows Origin’s 37.5 per cent interest 
in these Australia Pacific LNG reserves and resources. 

Table 7: Reserves/resources held by Australia Pacific LNG (100 per cent share)

Reserves (PJe)
1P
2P
3P

Resources (PJe)
2C

30/06/2015 
Reserves
6,059
13,778
16,174

Resources
2,760

Acquisition/
Divestment
–
–
–

New Booking/ 
Discovery
–
–
–

Revisions/
Extensions
1,448
169
(820)

Production
(418)
(418)
(418)

–

–

266

–

Table 8: Reserves/resources held by Origin (37.5 per cent share in Australia Pacific LNG)

Reserves (PJe)
1P
2P
3P

Resources (PJe)
2C

126

30/06/2015 
Reserves
2,272
5,167
6,065

Resources
1,035

Acquisition/
Divestment
–
–
–

New Booking/
Discovery
–
–
–

Revisions/
Extensions
543
63
(308)

Production
(157)
(157)
(157)

–

–

100

–

30/06/2016 
Reserves
7,089
13,529
14,935

Resources
3,026

30/06/2016 
Reserves
2,659
5,073
5,601

Resources
1,135

ANNUAL RESERVES REPORTANNUAL RESERVES REPORT 
 
 
 
 
 
The 1,448 PJe increase in 1P revisions and extensions is due to successful development drilling.

The 169 PJe increase in 2P revisions and extensions is also due to successful development drilling and better than expected performance  
in some fields.

The 820 PJe decrease in 3P revisions and extensions is primarily due to re-classification of some 3P reserves to contingent resources due  
to low permeability and other coal properties after detailed review of future field development plans. 

The contingent resource range is 774 PJe for 1C to 7,289 PJe for 3C and there are ongoing studies and investigations of all contingent resources 
to identify future opportunities to progress resources to reserves. The 266 PJe increase in 2C revisions and extensions is largely due to the 
above mentioned re-classification of some of the 3P reserves to contingent resources. 3C resources also increased in part due to the above 
reclassification of 3P reserves to 3C resources. 

NOTES RELATING TO THE REPORT
(a) Methodology regarding Reserves and Resources
The Reserves Report has been prepared to be consistent with the Petroleum Resources Management System (PRMS) 2007 published by Society 
of Petroleum Engineers (SPE). This document may be found at the SPE website: spe.org/industry/docs/Petroleum_Resources_Management_
System_2007.pdf. Additionally, this Reserves Report has been prepared to be consistent with the ASX reporting guidelines.

The conventional (non-CSG) reserves estimates are prepared by employees who are qualified petroleum reserves and resource evaluators 
working in each of our assets utilising an Origin approved Reserves and Resources Process.

The CSG reserves and resources held within Australia Pacific LNG’s properties have either been independently prepared by NSAI or prepared  
by Origin and audited by NSAI. An independent assessment of Origin’s CSG reserves and resources within ATP 788 (Ironbark) permit has been 
independently undertaken by NSAI. For all assets Origin reports reserves and resources consistent with SPE guidelines as follows: proved 
reserves (1P); proved plus probable reserves (2P); proved plus probable plus possible reserves (3P); low estimate contingent resources (1C); best 
estimate contingent resources (2C); high estimate contingent resources (3C).

Origin does not intend to report Prospective or Undiscovered Resources as defined by the SPE in any of its areas of interest on an ongoing basis.

(b) Economic test for reserves
The assessment of reserves requires a commercial test to establish that reserves can be economically recovered. Within the commercial test, 
operating cost and capital cost estimates are combined with fiscal regimes and product pricing to confirm the economic viability of producing  
the reserves.

In the case of oil, condensate and LPG forward estimates of prices are used in line with the forward curves available through various international 
benchmarking agencies, appropriately adjusted for local market conditions. 

Gas reserves are assessed against existing contractual arrangements, local market conditions, as appropriate. In the case of gas reserves where 
contracts are not in place a forward price scenario based on monetisation of the reserves through domestic markets has been used, including 
power generation opportunities, direct sales to LNG and other end users and utilisation of Origin’s wholesale and retail channels to market. 

For CSG reserves that are intended to supply the Australia Pacific LNG CSG to LNG project, the economic test is based on gas prices calculated 
using the Residual Pricing Method (RPM). The RPM mechanism is used within the Petroleum Resource Rent Tax (PRRT) regime to determine an 
appropriate transfer price for integrated gas to liquids projects.

RPM applies the same rate of return to the upstream and downstream businesses of the Australia Pacific LNG project, and divides residual profit 
equally between the businesses. The residual profit is a function of the upstream ‘cost plus’ and the downstream ‘net back’ prices. The residual 
price is exposed to changes in the supply/demand balance in the market through the oil price-linked LNG contract, as well as other market forces 
through the long term bond rate.

(c) Reversionary Rights
The CSG interests that Australia Pacific LNG acquired from Tri-Star in 2002 are subject to reversionary rights. If triggered, these rights will 
require Australia Pacific LNG to transfer back to Tri-Star a 45 per cent interest in those CSG interests for no additional consideration. Origin  
has assessed the potential impact of these reversionary rights based on economic tests consistent with the reserves and resources referable  
to the CSG interests and based on that assessment does not consider that the existence of these reversionary rights impacts the reserves and 
resources quoted in this report. Tri-Star has commenced proceedings against Australia Pacific LNG claiming that reversion has occurred. 
Australia Pacific LNG denies that reversion has occurred and is defending the claim.

(d) Information regarding the preparation of this Reserves Report
The internationally recognised petroleum consultant NSAI has prepared independent assessments of the reserves and resources for the Ironbark 
asset. The CSG reserves and resources held within Australia Pacific LNG’s properties have either been independently prepared by NSAI or 
prepared by Origin and audited by NSAI. All assessments are based on technical, commercial and operational data provided by Origin on behalf  
of Australia Pacific LNG. 

The statements in this report relating to reserves and resources as of 30 June 2016 for Australia Pacific LNG and the Ironbark asset are based  
on information in the NSAI reports dated 27 July 2016 and 11 July 2016, respectively. The data has been compiled by Mr. Dan Paul Smith, a 
full-time employee of NSAI. Mr. Dan Paul Smith has consented to the statements based on this information, and to the form and context in which 
these statements appear. 

The statements in this report relating to reserves and resources for other assets have been compiled by Andrew Mayers, a full-time employee of 
Origin. Andrew Mayers is a qualified reserves and resources evaluator and has consented to the form and context in which these statements appear. 

(e) Rounding
Information on reserves is quoted in this report rounded to the nearest whole number. Some totals in tables in this report may not add due  
to rounding. Items that round to zero are represented by the number 0, while items that are actually zero are represented with a dash ‘–’. 

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Bbl
Bscf
CSG
kbbls
ktonnes
Mmboe
PJ
PJe

barrel
billion standard cubic feet
coal seam gas
kilo barrels = 1,000 barrels
kilo tonnes = 1,000 tonnes
million barrels of oil equivalent
petajoule = 1 x 1015 joules
petajoule equivalent

(g) Conversion Factors for PJe

Crude oil
Condensate
LPG
CSG

0.00583 PJ/kbbls = 5.83 PJ/mmboe
0.00541 PJ/kbbls
0.0493 PJ/ktonnes
1.038 PJ/Bscf

(h) Reference Point
Reference points for Origin’s petroleum reserves and contingent resources are defined points within Origin’s operations where normal 
exploration and production business ceases, and quantities of the produced product are measured under defined conditions prior to custody 
transfer. Fuel, flare and vent consumed to the reference points are excluded.

(i) Preparing and Aggregating Petroleum Resources 
Petroleum reserves and contingent resources are typically prepared by deterministic methods with the support from probabilistic methods. 
Petroleum reserves and contingent resources are aggregated by arithmetic summation by category and as a result, proved reserves may be a 
conservative estimate due to the portfolio effects of the arithmetic summation. Proved plus probable plus possible may be an optimistic estimate 
due to the same aforementioned reasons.

(j) Methodology and Internal Controls
The reserves estimates undergo an assurance process to ensure that they are technically reasonable given the available data and have been 
prepared according to our reserves and resources process, which includes adherence to the PRMS Guidelines. The assurance process includes 
peer reviews of the technical and commercial assumptions. The annual reserves report is reviewed by management with the appropriate technical 
expertise, including the Chief Petroleum Engineer and Integrated Gas general managers.

(k) Qualified Petroleum Reserves and Resources Evaluators
The material presented in this report is based on, and fairly represents, information and supporting documentation prepared by, or under the 
supervision of the listed qualified reserves and resources evaluators. These individuals have consented to the statements based on this information, 
and to the form and context in which these statements appear. 

Name
Andrew Mayers
Chung Chen
Samantha Phillips
Simon Smith
Jason Billings
Petrina Weatherstone
Sarah Bishop
Jocelyn Young
David MacDougal
Alan Mourgues
Rowan Wilson
Arvo Nagel
Nick Allen
Graham Sutherland
Tim Ogilvie
Alistair Jones

Employer
Origin Energy (Chief Petroleum Engineer)
Origin Energy
Origin Energy
Origin Energy
Origin Energy
Origin Energy
Origin Energy
Origin Energy
Origin Energy
Origin Energy
Origin Energy
Origin Energy
Origin Energy
Origin Energy
Origin Energy
Origin Energy

Professional Organisation(1)
SPE, APEGA, RPEQ
SPE, EA, RPEQ
APEGA, EA
SPE, EA
SPE, P.E (Alaska)
SPE
SPE, EA, RPEQ
SPE
SPE
SPE, EA, RPEQ
SPE
SPE
SPE
SPE, EA, RPEQ
SPE
SPE

(1)  SPE: Society of Petroleum Engineers; AAPG: American Association of Petroleum Geologists; APEGA: The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta;  

EA: Engineers of Australia; RPEQ: Board of Professional Engineers Queensland.

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ANNUAL RESERVES REPORTANNUAL RESERVES REPORTFIVE YEAR FINANCIAL HISTORY

A reconciliation between Statutory and Underlying profit measures can be found in note A1 of the Origin Consolidated Financial Statements. 

Income Statement ($m)
Total external revenue
Underlying:
EBITDA
Depreciation and amortisation expense
Share of interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation of equity 
accounted investees(2)
EBIT
Net financing costs
Income tax expense
Non-controlling interests
Segment result and Underlying consolidated profit
Impact of items excluded from segment result and  
Underlying consolidated profit net of tax
Statutory: 
Profit attributable to members of the parent entity
Statement of financial position ($m)
Total assets
Net debt/(cash)
Shareholders’ equity – members/parent entity interest
Adjusted net debt/(cash)(3)
Shareholders’ equity – total
Cash flow ($m)
Net cash from operating and investing activities 
Key ratios
Statutory basic earnings per share (cents)(4)
Underlying basic earnings per share (cents)(4)
Total dividend per share (cents)
Net debt to net debt plus equity (adjusted) (%)
Underlying EBITDA by segment ($m)
Energy Markets
Integrated Gas(5)
Contact Energy
Corporate
General information
Number of employees (excluding Contact Energy)
Weighted average number of shares(4)
Integrated Gas 
2P reserves (PJe)(6)
Product sales volumes (PJe)

Natural gas and Ethane (PJ)
Crude oil (kbbls)
Condensate/naphtha (kbbls)
LPG (kT)

Production volumes (PJe)
Energy Markets
Generation (MW) – owned and contracted
Generation dispatched (TWh)
Number of customers (‘000)

Electricity
Natural gas
LPG

Electricity (TWh)(7)
Natural gas (PJ)(8)
LPG (kT)

2016(1)
 12,174 

2015(1)

14,147

2014
14,518

2013
 14,747 

2012
12,935

 1,696 
(624)

(296)
 776 
(109)
(286)
(16)
 365 

(954)

(589)

28,898
 9,470 
 14,509 
 9,131 
 14,530 

 2,149 
(807)

(62)
 1,280 
(169)
(349)
(80)
682

(1,340)

(658)

33,367
 13,273 
 12,723 
 13,102 
 14,159 

2,139
(732)

(54)
1,353
(192)
(342)
(106)
713

(183)

530

30,941
9,134
13,444
9,146
15,129

1,215

(2,081)

(1,087)

(37.3)
23.2
10
39

 1,330 
 386 
 61 
(81)

(52.1)
54.0
50
48

 1,260 
 498 
 487 
(96)

42.2
56.8
50
38

 1,053 
570
533
(17) 

 2,181 
(695)

(48)
 1,438 
(255)
(339)
(84)
760

(382)

378

 29,589 
 6,808 
 13,283 
 7,037 
 14,794 

127

30.3
60.9
50
32

 1,333 
455
 435 
(42) 

2,257
(614)

(45)
1,598
(217)
(415)
(73)
893

87

980

28,071
5,522
13,094
5,738
14,458

(804)

79.5
72.4
50
28

 1,562 
376
 400 
(81) 

 5,811 

5,941
1,578,213,157 1,263,960,708 1,255,157,889 1,246,975,013 1,233,128,523

 5,658 

 6,701 

 6,922 

 6,277 
 228 
 168 
 1,629 
 1,403 
 127 
 232 

 6,011 
20.10
 4,217 
 2,741 
 1,089 
387
38.1
167.1
458

 6,260 
 154 
 128 
 1,754 
 1,581 
 147 
 148 

 5,994 
19.94
 4,266 
 2,801 
 1,083 
382
37.3
134.7
415

 6,473 
 153 
 123 
 2,036 
 1,843 
 160 
 142 

 6,010 
 17.20 
 4,295 
 2,876 
 1,036 
 383 
 39.1 
 96 
 386 

 6,201 
 133 
 110 
 1,462 
 1,548 
 113 
 123 

 5,930 
 15.70 
 4,293 
 2,917 
 998 
 378 
– 
– 
 437 

6,807
140
118
1,286
1,563
119
130

5,900
14.89
4,359
3,014
963
382
– 
– 
502

(1)   Includes discontinued operations and assets held for sale unless stated otherwise.
(2)   Origin discloses its equity accounted results in two lines ‘share of EBITDA of equity accounted investees’ included in EBITDA and ‘share of interest, tax, depreciation and 

amortisation of equity accounted investees’ included between EBITDA and EBIT.

(3)   Total current and non-current interest bearing liabilities only, less cash and cash equivalents, less fair value adjustments on foreign exchange hedging transactions. 
(4)   FY2012 to FY2015 have been restated for the impact of the October 2015 share rights issue. 
(5)  The Integrated Gas segment combines the former Exploration & Production and Australia Pacific LNG segments, as announced in August 2015. FY2016 and FY2015 include  

a reallocation of LNG net recoveries from the Corporate segment to the Integrated Gas segment. 

(6)   Includes Origin’s share of Australia Pacific LNG reserves. Shareholding was 42.5 per cent at 30 June 2012 and post-Sinopec completion on 12 July 2012 is 37.5 per cent
(7)   FY2015 and FY2014 restated to better reflect the recognition of volumes, revenues and costs associated with feed-in volumes from solar customers with no impact on gross 

profit. Comparable figures for FY2013 and FY2012 are not available.

(8)   Osborne gas sales re-classified as internal due to new operational agreement. As a result FY2015 and FY2014 external sales volumes, revenues and costs have been revised  

with no impact on gross profit. Comparable figures for FY2013 and FY2012 are not available.

FIVE YEAR FINANCIAL HISTORY

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ORIGIN ENERGY ANNUAL REPORT 2016FINANCIAL MEASURES

Statutory Financial Measures
Statutory Financial Measures are measures included in the Financial Statements for the Origin Consolidated Group, which are measured and 
disclosed in accordance with applicable Australian Accounting Standards. Statutory Financial Measures also include measures that have been directly 
calculated from, or disaggregated directly from financial information included in the Financial Statements for the Origin Consolidated Group.

Term

Statutory Profit/Loss

Statutory earnings per share
Cash flows from  
operating activities
Cash flows used in  
investing activities
Cash flows from  
financing activities
External revenue

Net Debt
Non-controlling  
interest
Statutory net financing costs

Meaning
Net profit/loss after tax and non-controlling interests as disclosed in the Income Statement of the Origin 
Consolidated Financial Statements.
Statutory profit divided by weighted average number of shares.
Statutory cash flows from operating activities as disclosed in the Cash Flow Statement of the Origin  
Consolidated Financial Statements.
Statutory cash flows used in investing activities as disclosed in the Cash Flow Statement of the Origin  
Consolidated Financial Statements.
Statutory cash flows from financing activities as disclosed in the Cash Flow Statement of the Origin  
Consolidated Financial Statements
Revenue after elimination of intersegment sales on consolidation as disclosed in the Income Statement  
of the Origin Consolidated Financial Statements
Total current and non-current interest bearing liabilities only, less cash and cash equivalents. 
Economic interest in a controlled entity of the consolidated entity that is not held by the Parent entity  
or a controlled entity of the consolidated entity. 
Interest expense net of interest income as disclosed in the Origin Consolidated Financial Statements.

Non-IFRS Financial Measures
This document includes certain Non-IFRS Financial Measures. Non-IFRS Financial Measures are defined as financial measures that are presented 
other than in accordance with all relevant Accounting Standards. Non-IFRS Financial Measures are used internally by management to assess the 
performance of Origin’s business, and to make decisions on allocation of resources. The Non-IFRS Financial Measures have been derived from 
Statutory Financial Measures included in the Origin Consolidated Financial Statements, and are provided in this report, along with the Statutory 
Financial Measures to enable further insight and a different perspective into the financial performance, including profit and loss and cash flow 
outcomes, of the Origin business.

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GLOSSARY AND INTERPRETATIONGLOSSARY AND INTERPRETATIONThe principle non-IFRS profit and loss measure of Underlying Profit has been reconciled to Statutory Profit in note A1 of the Origin Consolidated 
Financial Statements.

Term

Current period
Prior period
Underlying Profit

Underlying earnings  
per share
Items excluded from 
Underlying Profit

Total Segment Revenue

Underlying average  
interest rate
Underlying EBITDA

Underlying depreciation  
and amortisation
Underlying EBIT

Underlying income  
tax expense
Underlying net  
financing costs
Underlying profit before tax
Underlying share of ITDA

Underlying ROCE

Gross Profit
Adjusted Net Debt
Non-cash fair  
value uplift

TRIFR

Meaning
12 months ended 30 June 2016.
12 months ended 30 June 2015.
Underlying net profit after tax and non-controlling interests as disclosed in note A1 of the Origin  
Consolidated Financial Statements.
Underlying profit/loss divided by weighted average number of shares.

Items that do not align with the manner in which the Managing Director reviews the financial and operating 
performance of the business which are excluded from Underlying Profit. Items excluded from Underlying Profit  
are categorised as:
Fair value and foreign exchange movements – reflecting the impact of mark to market movements on financial 
assets and liabilities from period to period
LNG related items before revenue recognition – primarily comprising net financing costs incurred (but unable  
to be capitalised) in funding Origin’s investment in APLNG which relate to the period prior to revenue recognition 
for each of the two LNG Trains. 
Disposals, impairments and business restructuring – reflecting the impact of actions and decisions to dispose, 
acquire, revalue or restructure the company’s assets and business operations.
Total revenue for the Energy Markets, Integrated Gas, Contact Energy and Corporate segments, including 
inter-segment sales, as disclosed in note A1 of the Origin Consolidated Financial Statements.
Underlying interest expense for the current period divided by Origin’s average drawn debt during the current 
period (excluding funding related to APLNG).
Underlying earnings before underlying interest, underlying tax, underlying depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) 
as disclosed in note A1 of the Origin Consolidated Financial Statements. 
Underlying depreciation and amortisation as disclosed in note A1 of the Origin Consolidated Financial Statements.

Underlying earnings before underlying interest and underlying tax (EBIT) as disclosed in note A1 of the Origin 
Consolidated Financial Statements.
Underlying income tax expense as disclosed in note A1 of the Origin Consolidated Financial Statements. 

Underlying interest expense net of interest income as disclosed in note A1 of the Origin Consolidated  
Financial Statements.
Underlying profit before tax as disclosed in note A1 of the Origin Consolidated Financial Statements.
The Group’s share of underlying interest, underlying tax, underlying depreciation and underlying amortisation 
(ITDA) of equity accounted investees as disclosed in note A1 of the Origin Consolidated Financial Statements.
Underlying ROCE is calculated as Adjusted EBIT/Average Capital Employed. 

 — Average Capital Employed = Shareholders Equity + Origin Debt + Origin’s Share of APLNG Project 

Finance + Non-cash fair value uplift + net derivative liabilities. The average is a simple average of opening 
and closing in any year. 

 — Adjusted EBIT = Origin Underlying EBIT and Origin’s share of APLNG Underlying EBIT + Dilution 

Adjustment = Statutory Origin EBIT adjusted to remove the following items: a) Items excluded from 
underlying earnings; b) Origin’s share of APLNG underlying interest and tax; and c) the depreciation  
of the Non-cash fair value uplift adjustment. 

 — In contrast, for remuneration purposes Origin’s statutory EBIT is adjusted to remove Origin’s share of 

APLNG statutory interest and tax (which is included in Origin’s reported EBIT) and certain items excluded 
from underlying earnings. Gains and losses on disposals and impairments will only be excluded subject to 
Board discretion. The Remuneration Report provides specific details.

Revenue less cost of goods sold.
Net Debt adjusted to remove fair value adjustments on hedged borrowings.
Reflects the impact of the accounting uplift in the asset base of APLNG of $1.9 billion which was recorded on the 
creation of APLNG and subsequent share issues to Sinopec. This balance will be depreciated in APLNG’s income 
statement on an ongoing basis and, therefore, a dilution adjustment is made to remove this depreciation. The 
non-cash fair value uplift adjustments are disclosed and explained in Note E1.2 of the financial statements.
Total Recordable Incident Frequency Rate.

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Term

1P reserves

2P reserves

3P reserves

2C resources

Capacity factor

Discounting

Equivalent reliability factor
GJ
GJe
Joule
kT
kW
kWh
MW
MWh
NPS
Oil Forward Sale Agreements

PJ
PJe

Ramp gas

TW
TWh
Watt

Meaning
Proved Reserves are those reserves which analysis of geological and engineering data can be estimated with 
reasonable certainty to be commercially recoverable. There should be at least a 90 per cent probability that the 
quantities actually recovered will equal or exceed the estimate.
The sum of Proved plus Probable Reserves. Probable Reserves are those additional reserves which analysis of 
geological and engineering data indicate are less likely to be recovered than Proved Reserves but more certain 
than Possible Reserves. There should be at least a 50 per cent possibility that the quantities actually recovered  
will equal or exceed the best estimate of Proved plus Probable Reserves (2P).
Proved plus Probable plus Possible Reserves. Possible Reserves are those additional Reserves which analysis  
of geological and engineering data suggest are less likely to be recoverable than Probable Reserves. The total 
quantities ultimately recovered from the project have at least a 10 per cent probability of exceeding the sum  
of Proved plus Probable plus Possible (3P), which is equivalent to the high estimate scenario.
The best estimate quantity of petroleum estimated to be potentially recoverable from known accumulations  
by application of development oil and gas projects, but which are not currently considered to be commercially 
recoverable due to one or more contingencies. The total quantities ultimately recovered from the project have  
at least a 50 per cent probability to equal or exceed the best estimate for 2C contingent resources.
A generation plant’s output over a period compared with the expected maximum output from the plant in the 
period based on 100 per cent availability at the manufacturer’s operating specifications.
For Energy Markets, discounting refers to offers made to customers at a reduced price to the published tariffs. 
While a customer bill comprises a fixed and a variable portion, Origin’s discounts only apply to the variable portion. 
In some cases, these discounts are conditional, such as requiring direct debit payment or on-time payments.
Equivalent reliability factor is the availability of the plant after scheduled outages.
Gigajoule = 109 joules
Gigajoules equivalent = 10-6 PJe
Primary measure of energy in the metric system.
kilo tonnes = 1,000 tonnes
Kilowatt = 103 watts
Kilowatt hour = standard unit of electrical energy representing consumption of one kilowatt over one hour.
Megawatt = 106 watts
Megawatt hour = 103 kilowatt hours
Net Promoter Score (NPS) is a measure of customers’ propensity to recommend Origin to friends and family
Agreements to sell a portion of future oil and condensate production from July 2015 for 72 months at prices 
linked to the oil forward pricing curve at the agreement date. The cash proceeds were received upfront in the 
2013 financial year at a locked-in price of $62.40/bbl.
Petajoule = 1015 joules
Petajoules equivalent = an energy measurement Origin uses to represent the equivalent energy in different 
products so the amount of energy contained in these products can be compared. The factors used by Origin to 
convert to PJe are: 1 million barrels crude oil = 5.8 PJe; 1 million barrels condensate = 5.4 PJe; 1 million tonnes 
LPG = 49.3 PJe; 1 TWh of electricity = 3.6 PJe.
Short term Queensland gas supply as upstream assets associated with CSG-to-LNG projects gradually increase 
production in advance of first LNG
Terawatt = 1012 watts
Terawatt hour = 109 kilowatt hours
A measure of power when a one ampere of current flows under one volt of pressure.

INTERPRETATION
All comparable results reflect a comparison between the current period and the prior period ended 30 June 2015, unless specifically  
stated otherwise.

A reference to Contact Energy is a reference to Origin’s controlled entity (53.09 per cent ownership) Contact Energy Limited in New Zealand.  
In accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, Origin consolidates Contact Energy within its result. On 10 August 2015, Origin  
divested its entire interest in Contact Energy.

A reference to Australia Pacific LNG or APLNG is a reference to Australia Pacific LNG Pty Limited in which Origin holds a 37.5 per cent 
shareholding. Origin’s shareholding in Australia Pacific LNG is equity accounted. 

A reference to $ is a reference to Australian dollars unless specifically marked otherwise. 

All references to debt are a reference to interest bearing debt only (excludes APLNG shareholder loans). 

Individual items and totals are rounded to the nearest appropriate number or decimal. Some totals may not add down the page due to  
rounding of individual components. 

When calculating a percentage change, a positive or negative percentage change denotes the mathematical movement in the underlying  
metric, rather than a positive or a detrimental impact.

Percentage changes on measures for which the numbers change from negative to positive, or vice versa, are labelled as not applicable.

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ORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED

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Secretaries
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Auditor
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Further information about  
Origin’s performance can  
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