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Super Retail Group Ltd
Annual Report 2012

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Super Retail
Group

2012
ANNUAL REPORT

CONTENTS

CHAIRMAN AND MANAGING DIRECTOR’S REPORT ......... 3

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT ......................... 8

ANNUAL REPORT ............................................................. 14

DIRECTOR’S REPORT ........................................................ 15

COMPREHENSIVE INCOME STATEMENT .......................... 32

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION ............................. 33

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY .............................. 34

STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS .......................................... 35

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ......................... 36

DIRECTOR’S DECLARATION .............................................. 84

INDEPENDENT AUDIT REPORT ........................................ 85

SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION ........................................ 87

NAME OF ENTITY
Super Retail Group Limited

ABN OR EQUIVALENT COMPANY REFERENCE
ABN 81 108 676 204

REGISTERED OFFICE
751 Gympie Road
LAWNTON  QLD  4501
Telephone (07) 3482 7500
Facsimile (07) 3205 8522

SHARE REGISTRY
Link Market Services
Level 12, 680 George Street
SYDNEY  NSW  2000

BANKERS
Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited
HSBC
Commonwealth Bank of Australia
National Australia Bank

AUDITORS
PricewaterhouseCoopers

SOLICITORS
Mallesons Stephen Jaques

STOCK EXCHANGE LISTING
Super Retail Group Limited shares are quoted on 
the Australian Securities Exchange

WEBSITE
www.superretailgroup.com

THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The Annual General Meeting of the Shareholders 
of Super Retail Group Limited will be held at the 
Community Centre, Kedron Wavell Services Club, 
375 Hamilton Road, Chermside South, Queensland 
on Monday, 22 October 2012 at 11.30am.

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Super Retail Group Limited
ANNUAL REPORT 2012

CHAIRMAN AND MANAGING DIRECTOR’S REPORT

2012 marks the 40th anniversary of the company that 
has evolved from distributing battery chargers out of the 
home of our founders Reg and Hazel Rowe to the group 
of leading retail businesses it is today. We are proud that 
in such a milestone year, we have been able to maintain 
the continued success and progress of our company 
and to be able to report another strong set of financial 
results.

In 2003, we started to build the foundations to expand 
the Group’s operations beyond that of our business 
retailing auto products. Our move into the retailing of 
outdoor leisure products and most recently the retailing 
of sports products was foreshadowed at an executive 
team strategy planning workshop held in that year.

performance of our Auto and Leisure Retail businesses 
which have again enjoyed successful years. We have 
also made good progress in developing our integrated 
multi-channel retail capabilities including the Group wide 
launch of a customer contact centre, dynamic freight 
costing, a click and collect service and mobile enabled 
websites.

The foundation stone of performance across the Group 
continues to be the Group’s culture and the commitment 
and passion of our team members. We now employ 
around 11,500 team members across the Group and 
on behalf of all shareholders, we would like to thank all 
members of the team for their huge efforts and their 
ongoing contribution to our success.

We put in place a plan that included both the ongoing 
organic development of our existing businesses but 
also the acquisition of market leading retail businesses 
in relevant and connected retail categories. Each of 
our businesses retail products that our customers 
predominantly use as part of their leisure experiences 
– in many cases we are selling products to help our 
customers enjoy their passion whether it’s the car that’s 
their pride and joy, taking the family fishing or training to 
take part in a triathlon.

We also set about building an organisation in which our 
various individual retail businesses could derive synergy 
benefits from the scale and capability of the Group’s 
sourcing, supply chain, marketing and IT infrastructure 
and operations. This has allowed each business to 
develop a stronger offer for its respective group of 
customers than it would have been able to do as a 
standalone business.

The 2012 Financial Year has seen the Group take a major 
step forward with the acquisition of the Rebel Sport and 
Amart All Sports businesses at the end of October 2011. 
We thank our shareholders for the support of the capital 
raising to partially fund the acquisition. We are confident 
that we have acquired a business that, although it is 
already the clear market leader, has the potential for 
significant growth over the coming years. 

The focus on store development, sourcing and range 
management, supply chain improvements and business 
capability development has continued to drive the 

GROUP RESULTS

Sales grew by 51.4% to $1.65 billion and profit after tax 
grew by 50% to $83.5 million. This strong growth has 
been achieved through a combination of the organic 
growth of our Auto and Leisure Retail businesses 
and the post-acquisition contribution of the Sports 
Retailing businesses, which has been consolidated from                
30 October 2011. Costs of $11.7 million associated with 
the acquisition of the Sports Retailing businesses were 
expensed during the year. Excluding these non-recurring 
costs, underlying profit after tax of $95.0 million was 71% 
higher than the prior year.

Solid like for like sales growth, continued underlying 
improvement in gross margins and further reduction in 
operating costs as a percentage of sales all contributed 
to the strong organic growth in profit in our existing 
businesses. This has been achieved through the 
continued focus on new product introduction, sourcing 
and supply chain initiatives, and the further development 
of our integrated multi-channel customer offer.

We invested close to $60 million in capital expenditure 
projects across the Group, with $13 million invested in 
our multi-channel capability development projects and 
$31 million in new and refurbished stores. The total 
cash amount invested in acquiring the Sports Retailing 
businesses was $633 million. As a result, Group net debt 
stood at $341 million at 30 June 2012, an increase of 
$267 million compared to the prior year.

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The Board has declared a fully franked final dividend 
of 19.0 cents per share. As a result, the fully franked 
dividends declared for the full year are 32.0 cents per 
share, an increase of 3.0 cents per share (10.3%) over 
the prior year. The current policy of distributing between 
55% and 65% of underlying net profit after tax in the 
form of dividends will enable the Group to balance 
investing in growth opportunities, gradually paying down 
debt and increasing dividends to shareholders.

AUTO AND CYCLE RETAILING

Divisional sales at $755.8 million were 6.7% higher than 
the prior comparative period with like for like sales 
growth being 3.7%. Divisional EBIT at $72.2 million was 
13.5% higher than the prior comparative period. 

The Supercheap Auto business has had another strong 
year with like for like sales growth of 3.9% and further 
expansion of EBIT margins, which are now running at 
over 10.5% of sales. Gross margin improvement was 
again a key contributor to the increase in profitability, 
growing by 0.3% points over the prior comparative 
period.

The business once again achieved like for like growth in 
transaction numbers, units sold and average unit value. 
The work done over the past six years to reposition the 
Supercheap Auto brand through the store refurbishment 
program, improved product quality and presentation and 
through partnering with the world’s best automotive and 
tool product brands continues to drive this performance.

Nine new stores were opened during the year while 
two stores were closed and 41 stores were refurbished 
including three as Superstores. At 30 June the business 
had 281 stores with potential to grow to around 320 
stores over the next five years. The business plans to 
refurbish another 50 stores in the coming two years and 
to convert another 10 stores to Superstores.

The Electrical and Power categories delivered particularly 
strong growth through a number of new product and 
ranging initiatives whilst the Car Care and Car Audio/
Visual categories also continued to perform extremely 
well. Sales growth was relatively consistent across all 
the states of Australia and in New Zealand, although the 
business performed most strongly in areas with mining 
activity.

Towards the end of the year, the business launched 
its loyalty program Supercheap Auto Club Plus in the 
New Zealand market. This exciting initiative will provide 
the opportunity for the business to gain a deeper 

understanding of its customers and to develop another 
marketing channel to drive sales. It is expected that the 
loyalty program will be launched in Australia by the final 
quarter of the 2012 calendar year.

At the end of the year, the business announced the 
launch of its new trade customer offer Auto Trade 
Direct. This offer is targeted towards auto mechanics 
and will provide a parts and accessories delivery service 
operating from a small number of designated hub stores. 
This offering will again be trialled in New Zealand before 
being launched in Australia.

Although the Goldcross Cycles business continued 
to track below expectations, many of the initiatives 
introduced over the last two years have generated 
positive outcomes. Gross margin improved by 6.4% 
points to 41.2% while inventory per store reduced 
by over 20%. This reflected the successful launch of 
a number of private brand products, improvements 
in range management and a number of supply chain 
efficiencies.

However, like for like sales continued to decline by 3.2% 
partly through continued price deflation across the Cycle 
market and partly through the planned scaling back 
of clearance promotions. The business EBIT loss was       
$4.5 million, an improvement of $2.0 million compared 
to the prior period.

The biggest impact on profitability continues to be the 
weak sales per square metre being achieved in the 
business, primarily as a result of the number of stores 
that are oversize. Consequently, we plan to convert 
the larger Goldcross Cycles stores into Amart All Sports 
stores and to retain a 130m2 to 150m2 Goldcross Cycles 
outlet in these stores as a store within a store concept. It 
is expected that up to six stores will be converted in the 
coming year, which should see the business move closer 
to a break even position. The link to the Amart All Sports 
business and the fact that cycling is predominantly a 
sport and leisure activity will see the Goldcross Cycles 
business transfer to the Sports Retailing division in the 
coming year.

LEISURE RETAILING

Divisional sales at $456.3 million were 18.8% higher than 
the comparative period with like for like sales growth 
across the division at 6.5%. 

Divisional EBIT at $32.8 million was 2.5% higher than 
the prior comparative period reflecting the $2.5 million 
of costs associated with developing and launching the 

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new FCO Fishing Camping Outdoors business in New 
Zealand in November 2011 and FCO’s post launch trading 
losses of $1.7 million. Excluding FCO, Divisional EBIT on a 
comparable basis grew by 15.6%.

BCF Boating Camping Fishing continued to perform 
strongly with high single digit like for like sales growth 
and an improvement in gross margin. BCF also achieved 
like for like growth in transaction numbers, units sold 
and average unit value. There are now close to one 
million members of the BCF Club – the business’ loyalty 
program.

The Fishing category performed extremely well, 
benefitting from the high volume of fish stock across the 
country after the last two years’ wet weather, a number 
of new product initiatives and the work done to tailor 
the range to local demand at a store level. The business 
also performed consistently well across the country.

Thirteen new BCF stores were opened during the year 
taking total store numbers to 91. Expectations for future 
total store numbers have increased to around 120 as 
the business expects to be able to operate a number 
of smaller format stores at around 800m2 in regional 
locations.

The work started last year to refresh the Ray’s Outdoors 
business continued through the year. The business 
achieved low single digit like for like sales growth driven 
by an increase in transaction numbers and average item 
value. However, gross margin was lower than the prior 
period as the business introduced a higher proportion 
of international branded product and cleared aged 
inventory.

The 4x4 category performed well following the 
introduction of extended product ranges and the 
performance of the Footwear category was also 
encouraging reflecting the partnership with a number of 
major brands such as Merrell, Columbia and North Face. 
The Apparel range has also been redesigned and sales of 
the 2012 Winter range are promising.

The business opened seven and closed five stores during 
the year to bring total stores trading to 52. The business 
will commence a program of store refurbishments in 
the next year as the current store fit-out and design 
has become dated. The business expects to be able to 
develop a network of 75 stores across Australia.

The division launched its new business FCO Fishing 
Camping Outdoors in New Zealand in November 2011. 
The business takes elements of both the BCF and 

Ray’s Outdoors businesses to provide a customer offer 
designed specifically for the New Zealand market.

By the end of the year, the business had opened 13 
stores all in the North Island. It is management’s plan to 
bed down and fine tune the performance of these stores 
before committing further capital to store roll-out. It is 
anticipated that there is the potential for up to 25 FCO 
stores.

Early performance was encouraging as the business 
traded well during the summer period but was slower 
than expected in the autumn/early winter period. 
Customer conversion and membership of the FCO loyalty 
program were pleasing whilst gross margins tracked 
ahead of expectations. 

Customer numbers fell below expectations with research 
indicating that customers’ understanding of the full 
breadth of products available in the stores is limited so 
a marketing push is underway to highlight the spread of 
product categories.

SPORTS RETAILING

The Rebel Sport and Amart All Sports businesses were 
acquired with effect from 30 October 2011.

The contribution from the businesses during the balance 
of the year was ahead of expectations at the time of 
acquisition with divisional sales of $441.9 million and 
EBIT of $54.5 million.

The initial focus of management post acquisition has 
been to reenergise and engage the team, clear aged 
inventory, establish a focus on like for like sales growth, 
rebuild relationships with trade partners, integrate the 
business within the Group and to develop the strategies 
to grow the businesses over the next five years.

Good progress has been made in all areas. Like for like 
sales growth in the 35 weeks post acquisition was 5.8% 
which compared favourably to the 3% decline in like for 
like sales in the first 17 weeks of the year pre acquisition. 

A major driver of the improvement in sales was the 
clearance of aged inventory which was reduced to 
around 5% of total inventory by the end of the year. 
Underlying performance was pleasing and reflected 
the more competitive pricing and promotional position 
adopted since acquisition. Sales growth was achieved 
primarily through growth in customer traffic and 
conversion whilst average transaction value was below 
the prior period reflecting the changes in pricing and 
promotion.

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Despite these factors, gross margin at 46.8% were 
in line with those achieved prior to acquisition. The 
value of aged inventory at the time of acquisition was 
identified during due diligence and appropriate valuation 
adjustments were processed in the acquisition balance 
sheet.

The Footwear and Apparel categories both performed 
strongly despite the increased competition from 
international websites. Performance was reasonably 
strong across all regions with the important New South 
Wales business improving through the period from quite 
a depressed position at the time of acquisition.

The business closed the two stores trading under 
the brand Performance Sports with the space being 
reallocated to the Rebel Sport brand. Two Rebel Sport 
stores were opened post acquisition whilst one Rebel 
Sport and one Amart All Sports store were closed. At     
30 June, there were 91 Rebel Sport stores and 35 Amart 
All Sports stores trading across Australia. The business 
expects to be able to develop a network of around 100 
Rebel Sport and 85 Amart All Sports stores.

Work has been completed on the brand strategies for 
both businesses and future store design work is in 
progress. The business expects to refurbish a number of 
stores in the coming year and will test a number of new 
concepts before a wider roll-out. Management believes 
there are significant opportunities to improve the 
shopping experience for customers.

The synergy benefits anticipated at the time of 
acquisition are on track with a number of purchasing 
and supply chain benefits already realised in addition 
to a reduction in executive management positions. The 
business will implement Super Retail Group’s Enterprise 
Resource Planning system in the coming year and will 
begin to source a number of its own private brand 
products through the Group’s International Operations 
team rather than through third party agents.

GROUP COSTS

Group costs for the period were $18.8 million including 
$11.7 million associated with the acquisition and 
integration of the Sports Retailing businesses. The 
balance of the costs include $1.9 million in unutilised 
distribution centre, store and office space across the 
Group, $0.8 million in multi-channel development costs 
and $4.4 million of public company costs.

GROUP LOGISTICS AND SOURCING

The Group has continued to invest in developing its 
logistics operations to provide more efficient support for 
the Group’s businesses. The warehouse management 
systems were successfully upgraded and towards the end 
of the year, the New Zealand logistics operations were 
successfully relocated into a larger distribution centre.

The Group has completed a review of its requirements 
for the next 10 years and has determined that within 
the next two years a new distribution centre will 
be established in Sydney whilst the two Brisbane 
distribution centres will be relocated into one larger 
centre. This will enable the Group to fully support the 
requirements of the Sports Retailing businesses, the 
anticipated increase in private branded and exclusive 
product and to generate freight savings for both 
the Group and its Trade Partners. At the same time, 
the Group will be able to reduce its requirement for 
expensive off-site storage at peak times.

The Group’s International Operations team based in 
China has again significantly increased their contribution 
to the Group with an increase in the value of product 
sourced directly to around $85 million and through 
increasing the number of pre shipment inspections 
managed by the team. The team has also worked 
with its Australian colleagues to establish scan pack 
arrangements for apparel items to go direct to store from 
China. The team has also established a sport products 
sourcing unit to support the Sports Retailing division.

REVIEW OF FINANCIAL POSITION

Cash flow from operations was $135.2 million, an 
increase of $64.3 million over the prior period, reflecting 
the growth in existing businesses plus the contribution 
of the Sports Retailing businesses post acquisition. 
Cash flow from operations pre investment in new store 
inventory and set up costs was $179.7 million which was 
$84.4 million higher than the prior period.

Despite this pleasing performance, there remains 
significant opportunity to generate working capital 
efficiencies particularly in the Leisure Retailing division.

Group capital expenditure was $60.2 million which 
included $30.6 million in new and refurbished store 
fitout, $13.1 million in multi-channel development 
projects, $7.3 million in information technology projects, 
$2.4 million in supply chain development projects,     
$1.3 million in the Sports Retailing SAP project and     
$5.5 million in general capital projects.

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The Group extended its debt facilities to $500 million 
at the time of the Sport Retailing acquisition and 
utilised $296 million to partly fund the acquisition. The 
revised facilities include a number of tranches which 
are renewable at various intervals over the next two 
to five years. At the end of June, Group Net Debt was            
$341 million, comfortably within the Group’s facility 
limits and associated banking covenants.

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

The Group has maintained its support for a variety 
of charities raising funds for research into childhood 
diseases in particular selling product in store to support 
BrAshA-T Ataxia Telangiectasia Limited, Sids and 
Kids, Canteen and @Heart. The Group is particularly 
passionate about the support it provides to BrAshA-T 
which raises funds for research into Ataxia Telangiectasia 
an extremely rare but very serious degenerative 
condition.

Supercheap Auto provides support to a range of safe 
driving campaigns and is supporting an education 
program aimed at school age drivers. BCF and Ray’s 
Outdoors raised funds for the Coastguard and Cancer 
Council respectively through encouraging their 
customers to round up for charity. Rebel and Amart All 
Sports supported a range of national and local charities 
with Rebel running its annual fund raising dinner.

The Group has continued to work on its sustainability 
initiatives including the reduction and recycling of 
packaging material, power consumption and plastic 
bag usage and through the rollout of car battery and 
engine oil recycling arrangements in its Supercheap Auto 
business. The Group achieved a 10% improvement in 
the amount of packaging material recycled and collected 
nearly over 10,000 car batteries during the year.

The Group and its businesses are signatories to the 
Australian Packaging Covenant (APC) and have developed 
a series of initiatives to ensure we meet targets 
committed to under our APC action plan. In 2012, we 
received a 3.7 star rating from the APC indicating that the 
Group has made solid progress in meeting its targets.

TEAM MEMBERS

The Group now employs around 11,500 team members 
operating from nearly 600 sites across Australia, New 
Zealand and China. We are very pleased that team 
retention levels continue to improve and now sit at 
71.5% - a big step forward from the 59% achieved in 
2006.

We conducted a Group wide engagement survey for 
the first time in 2011 and achieved an engagement 
score of 60%, which compared to the Retail industry 
average of 55%. Whilst this is a pleasing result, there is 
room to improve and areas such as Recognition, Change 
Management, Career Opportunities and Line Manager 
capability were identified as areas for focus. 

The Group’s safety performance has improved through 
the year benefitting from the increased focus on safe 
working practices across the Group’s retail teams 
introduced towards the end of last year.

The Group’s five key performance indicators in the 
area of team members cover the areas of Attraction, 
Engagement, Retention, Succession and Safety and good 
progress was made in all areas.

We would like to recognise all members of our team for 
their commitment and contribution to their part of the 
Group each and every day.

LOOKING FORWARD

Our focus over the coming year will be to continue 
the growth in sales and the improvement in margins 
and working capital efficiency of each of our existing 
businesses. At the same time, we will continue to 
work on developing our multi-channel capabilities to 
enable our businesses to provide our customers with an 
engaging offer that inspires them to continue to shop 
with us in store or on line at whatever time of day or at 
whatever location suits them.

We are confident that we can continue to deliver solid 
like for like sales growth even if retail conditions remain 
subdued and we expect to be able to open around 10 
new stores across all of our divisions. 

We will continue to develop our loyalty programs across 
the Group and increasingly use data analytics to develop 
relevant targeted marketing campaigns. We will plan to 
launch a new offer for the trade mechanic customer in 
our Auto Retailing division. 

We have many initiatives underway to drive the 
performance of our businesses and to build our 
capabilities and we look forward to reporting on our 
progress in the coming years.

R J Wright
Chairman

P A Birtles
Managing Director and 
Chief Executive Officer

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT

The Board of Super Retail Group Limited (the Company) 
are accountable to shareholders for the proper 
management of the business of the Company in a 
manner consistent with the Company’s responsibility to 
meet its obligations to all stakeholders.

The Board is therefore committed to ensuring that the 
Company’s business is conducted in accordance with 
the highest standards of corporate governance. In this 
statement, the Company and its controlled entities 
together are referred to as the Group.

The Board has adopted a corporate governance 
framework comprising principles and policies which 
comply in all material respects with the ASX Corporate 
Governance Council’s Principles and Recommendations 
(2nd Edition) with 2010 Amendments (ASX Principles) 
and the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). All these practices 
unless otherwise stated were in place for the reported 
period.

The policies and charters referred to in this statement 
are available from the Corporate Governance page in 
the Investor Centre section of the Company’s website 
(www.superretailgroup.com.au/investor-centre). The 
Board continually reviews developments in corporate 
governance to ensure its policies and charters remain 
consistent with current laws and best practice.

As at 30 June 2012, and to the date of the signing of 
this report, the Company’s main corporate governance 
practices are as follows:

PRINCIPLE 1: LAY SOLID FOUNDATIONS FOR 
MANAGEMENT AND OVERSIGHT

The Board of Directors

The Board of Directors, working with senior 
management, is responsible to shareholders for the 
overall management of the Company’s business and 
affairs.  The Directors’ overriding objective is to increase 
shareholder value within an appropriate framework 
which protects the rights and interests of company 

shareholders and ensures the Group is properly 
managed. 

The responsibilities of the Board include:

• approving the Company’s goals and strategic direction;
•  monitoring financial performance, including adopting 
annual budgets and approving the Group’s financial 
statements;

•  ensuring that adequate systems of internal control exist 

and are appropriately monitored for compliance;
•  selecting the Managing Director and reviewing the 

performance of senior management; and 

•  ensuring significant business risks are identified and 

appropriately managed. 

The Board delegates responsibility for day-to-day 
management of the Company to the Managing Director.

EVALUATION OF SENIOR EXECUTIVES

All senior executives complete a performance and 
development review every six months. The review 
process is conducted by the Managing Director and 
includes the following:

•  assessment against a set of key performance criteria, 

including both financial and non-financial performance 
measures;

•  feedback on their performance over the review period 

and a rating based on that performance; and
•  monitoring and revision as appropriate of the 

executive’s development plan which is tailored to 
support the executive’s ongoing contribution to the 
Company.

The Managing Director provides a summary of the 
performance evaluation of senior executives to the 
Human Resources and Remuneration Committee.  
The performance evaluation in accordance with the 
abovementioned process has taken place during this 
reporting period.

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PRINCIPLE 2: STRUCTURE THE BOARD TO 
ADD VALUE

with the benefit of a diverse range of experience, 
qualifications and professional skills.

Composition of the Board

The constitution of the Company provides that the 
number of Directors is to be not less than three nor more 
than eight.  The Board is currently comprised of five 
directors, four of whom (including the Chairman) hold 
their positions in a non-executive capacity. 

The Board operates in accordance with the broad 
principles set out in its charter which is available on the 
Company’s website.

The Chairman is responsible for leading the Board, 
ensuring Directors are properly briefed in all matters 
relevant to their role and responsibilities, facilitating 
board discussions and managing the Board’s relationship 
with the Company’s senior executives.

The Managing Director is responsible for implementing 
Group strategies and policies.  

The composition of the Board is reviewed annually by 
the Board Nomination Committee to ensure that it has 
available an appropriate mix of skills and experience 
to ensure the interests of shareholders are served. The 
Board Nomination Committee charter, which is available 
on the Company’s website, includes the Company’s 
policy and procedure for selection and appointment of 
new directors. 

Details of the members of the Board, their experience, 
expertise, qualifications and independent status are 
profiled in the Directors’ Report on pages 15 to 29.  

Directors’ Independence

As stated there are five Directors, three of whom are 
Independent Non-Executive Directors (including the 
Chairman).  The predominance of Independent Non-
Executive Directors clearly separates the Board from the 
Company’s executive management and enshrines board 
independence.  The structure also provides the Company 

The Board has adopted the independence definition 
suggested by the ASX Corporate Governance Council and 
as such three of the Company’s Directors (namely Mr 
Robert Wright, Ms Sally Pitkin and Mr R John Skippen) 
are considered to be independent by reference to that 
definition. 

Independent Professional Advice

The Board (and each individual Director) is entitled to 
seek independent professional advice consistent with 
Corporate Governance Practices at the Company’s 
expense (subject to the reasonableness of the costs 
and Board consent) in the conduct of its duties for the 
Company.

Performance Assessment

The Board undertakes an annual performance evaluation 
of itself that compares the performance of the Board 
with the requirements of the Board Charter, sets the 
goals and objectives of the Board for the upcoming year 
and effects any improvements to the Board Charter that 
are necessary or desirable. This evaluation is conducted 
by the Board and includes consideration of the annual 
assessment of the effectiveness of the Board. This 
assessment commenced in June 2012 and was concluded 
in August 2012.

The evaluation of individual Board Committees is carried 
out as and when needed.

Financial Reporting

The Board is provided with monthly reports from 
management on the financial performance of the 
Company.  The monthly reports include details of all key 
financial measures reported against budgets approved by 
the Board.  The Company’s financial report preparation 
and approval process for each financial year involves 
both the Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer 

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and the Chief Financial Officer making the following 
certifications to the Board that: 

necessary to maintain confidence in the Company’s 
integrity.

•  the Company’s financial reports and accompanying 
notes represent a true and fair view in all material 
respects of the Company’s financial condition and 
operational results and are in accordance with relevant 
accounting standards; 

•  the above statement is founded on a sound system of 
risk management and internal compliance and control 
which implements the policies adopted by the Board; 
and

•  the Company’s risk management and internal 

compliance and control system is operating efficiently 
and effectively in all material respects.

Board Committees

The Board has established three committees to assist it 
in carrying out its responsibilities, the Board Nomination 
Committee, the Human Resources and Remuneration 
Committee and the Audit and Risk Committee.  

Each Committee has its own written charter setting out 
its role and responsibilities, composition, structure, 
membership requirements and the manner in which 
the Committee is to operate.  All matters determined 
by Committees are submitted to the full Board as 
recommendations for Board decision.

Minutes of committee meetings are tabled at the 
subsequent Board meeting.  Additional requirements for 
specific reporting by the committees to the Board are 
addressed in the charter of the individual committees.

PRINCIPLE 3: PROMOTE ETHICAL AND 
RESPONSIBLE DECISION MAKING

Code of Conduct

In summary, the Code requires that at all times all 
company personnel act with the utmost integrity, 
objectivity and in compliance with the letter and the 
spirit of the law and company policies.  This is supported 
by the Company’s integrity policy and system of 
reporting activity suspected of breaching the Code to the 
Company Secretary.

A copy of the Code is available on the Company’s 
website.

Dealing in Shares

The Company has a formal written policy for Directors 
and officers with respect to trading in the Company’s 
securities (“Trading Policy”).  Directors and senior 
management (and their associates) are prohibited from 
engaging in short-term trading of Company securities.  

The policy also restricts the trading of Company 
securities to three “window” periods (between 24 hours 
and 30 working days following the release of the annual 
results, the release of the half-yearly results and the 
close of the annual general meeting) and such other 
times as the Board permits.  In addition, Directors must 
notify the Chairman before they buy or sell Company 
securities and confirm once the transaction is complete.

In all instances, buying or selling Company shares is not 
permitted at any time by any person who possesses price 
sensitive information not available to the market.  

A copy of the Trading Policy is available on the 
Company’s website.

Ethical Sourcing Policy

The Company has developed a statement of values and 
a Code of Conduct (“the Code”) which has been fully 
endorsed by the Board and applies to all Directors and 
team members.  The Code is reviewed and updated as 
necessary to ensure it reflects the highest standards 
of behaviour and professionalism and the practices 

The Company has developed an Ethical Sourcing Policy 
that applies to all its businesses and brands.

The policy incorporates both environmental and 
socioeconomic criteria for all imported products sourced 
directly or through agents.  The policy encourages 
trade partners and agents to improve their social and 

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environmental practices, and protect our corporate 
reputation and that of our individual businesses and 
brands.

with a charter and in a manner compliant with ASX 
Listing Rule 12.7. The charter is available on the 
Company’s website.

Diversity Policy

The Board recognises the many benefits that may be 
derived by companies that successfully foster a culture of 
diversity and is committed to creating a fair and inclusive 
environment.

Information on diversity, including gender diversity 
is set out in the Directors’ Report under the heading 
‘Remuneration and Diversity report’.

A copy of the Diversity Policy is available on the 
Company’s website.

PRINCIPLE 4: SAFEGUARD INTEGRITY IN 
FINANCIAL REPORTING

Audit and Risk Committee

The existence of the Audit and Risk Committee is 
considered by the Company to be a key element of 
its corporate governance program and part of the 
Company’s commitment to best practice in the area of 
corporate governance. 

The Audit and Risk Committee consists of the following 
Independent Non-Executive Directors:

R J Skippen (Chairman)
R J Wright
S A Pitkin 

All members of the Audit and Risk Committee are 
financially literate and have the requisite financial 
expertise.  Some members have an in-depth 
understanding of the industry in which the Company 
operates.

Details of these Directors’ qualifications and attendance 
at Audit and Risk Committee meetings are set out in the 
Director’s Report on pages 15 to 29.  

The Audit and Risk Committee operates in accordance 

The Audit and Risk Committee supports the full Board 
and essentially acts in a review and advisory capacity.  
The Committee is considered to be a more efficient 
forum than the full Board for focusing on particular 
issues relevant to:

•  verifying and safeguarding the integrity of the 

Company’s financial reporting including the review, 
assessment and approval of the half-year financial 
report, the annual report and all other financial 
information published by the Company or released to 
the market;

•  establishing a sound system of risk oversight and 

management, and internal control; and

•  establishing a sound system of compliance with laws 

and regulations, internal compliance guidelines, 
policies, procedures and control systems and 
prescribed internal standards of behaviour.

This Committee provides ongoing assurance in the areas 
of:

• financial administration and reporting;
• audit control and independence; and
• accounting policies and standards.

External Auditors

The Company’s Audit and Risk Committee’s policy is to 
appoint external auditors who demonstrate quality and 
independence.  

The Audit and Risk Committee:

•  recommends to the Board the appointment of External 

Auditors and their fee; 

•  reviews the performance of the External Auditors; 
•  establishes processes to ensure the independence and 
competence of the External Auditors’ Audit Managers;
•  oversees and appraises the quality of audits conducted 

by the External Auditors;

•  approves External Audit yearly audit plans for the 

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Company and its subsidiaries and oversees the scope of 
audits to be conducted; and

•  ensures that no management restrictions are placed 
upon access to relevant information or personnel by 
External Auditors.

The performance of the External Auditor is reviewed 
annually.  In 2012 the Group undertook a tender in 
relation to external audit services to ensure audit 
services provided to the Group are in line with 
market benchmarks in terms of scope, quality and 
cost effectiveness.  Based on this process PWC, the 
incumbent auditor had its contract extended for three 
more years.

An analysis of fees paid to the External Auditors, 
including a break-down of fees for non-audit services 
is provided in Note 28 to the financial statements.  It is 
the policy of the External Auditors to provide an annual 
declaration of their independence to the Audit and Risk 
Committee.

The External Auditor is requested to attend the annual 
general meeting and be available to answer shareholder 
questions about the conduct of the audit and the 
preparation and content of the audit report.  

PRINCIPLE 5 AND 6: MAKE TIMELY AND 
BALANCED DISCLOSURES AND RESPECTS 
THE RIGHTS OF SHAREHOLDERS

Continuous Disclosure and Shareholder Communication

The Company has written policies and procedures 
on information disclosure that focus on continuous 
disclosure of any information concerning the Company 
and its controlled entities that a reasonable person 
would expect to have a material effect on the price of 
the Company’s securities.  These policies and procedures 
also include the arrangements the Company has in 
place to promote communication with shareholders and 
encourage effective participation at general meetings.  A 
summary of these policies and procedures is available on 
the Company’s website.

The Company Secretary is the person responsible for 
communications with the Australian Securities Exchange 
(ASX).

PRINCIPLE 7: RECOGNISE AND MANAGE 
RISK

The Audit and Risk Committee provides oversight 
and direction to the Company’s risk management, 
compliance and internal control systems, including:

• legal compliance;
• internal controls; and 
• risk oversight and management.

Risk Management

The Managing Director and senior executives are 
instructed and empowered by the Board to implement 
risk management strategies, report to the Board and the 
Audit and Risk Committee on developments related to 
risk, and suggest to the Board new and revised strategies 
for mitigating risk.

The Group Risk Manager is responsible for providing 
counsel and direction in risk management across 
the Group. This includes counsel on the refinement, 
implementation and monitoring of a comprehensive and 
integrated risk management framework based on unit 
manager ownership of risk with independent monitoring.  
The Group Risk Manager reports directly to the Group’s 
Chief Financial Officer with an indirect reporting line to 
the Chairman of the Audit and Risk Committee.

Internal Audit

The role of Internal Audit as part of the Group’s risk 
management framework is to understand the key 
risks of the organisation and to examine and evaluate 
the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of risk 
management and internal controls used by management.  
Internal Audit carries out regular systematic monitoring 
of control activities and reports to both relevant business 
unit management and the Audit and Risk Committee.

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Further information on directors’ and executives’ 
remuneration is set out in the Directors’ Report under 
the heading ‘Remuneration and Diversity report’.  In 
accordance with Company policy, participants in equity-
based remuneration plans are not permitted to enter 
into any transactions that would limit the economic risk 
of options or other unvested entitlements. Details of this 
policy can be found on the Company’s website. 

Employee Share Plans

The Company considers share plans to be an effective 
ownership, long-term performance and team retention 
vehicle.  It encourages all Team Members to participate 
in its schemes, which offer the ability to acquire shares 
via:

•  an externally administered tax exempt plan which 

makes on market purchases; and

•  an internally administered rights (including options) 

plan offered to select executives.

At the time of this report, approximately 684 team 
members participated in one or both plans.

Typically, the audit methodology includes performing 
risk assessments of the area under review, undertaking 
audit tests, including selecting and testing audit samples, 
reviewing progress made on previously reported audit 
findings and discussing internal control or compliance 
issues with line management, and reaching agreement 
on the actions to be taken.

Health and Safety

The Company aims to provide and maintain a safe and 
healthy work environment.  The Company acts to meet 
this commitment by implementing work practices and 
procedures throughout the Group that comply with the 
relevant regulations governing the workplace. Team 
Members are expected to take all practical measures 
to ensure a safe and healthy working environment in 
keeping with their defined responsibilities and applicable 
law.

PRINCIPLE 8: REMUNERATE FAIRLY AND 
RESPONSIBLY

Human Resources and Remuneration Committee

The Human Resources and Remuneration Committee is 
comprised of the non-executive directors. 

The Committee operates in accordance with its charter 
which is available on the Company’s website, and 
described in the Remuneration and Diversity report.  

The Board has charged the Human Resources and 
Remuneration Committee with corporate governance 
and oversight responsibilities in relation to the 
Company’s people strategy including remuneration 
components, performance measurements and 
accountability frameworks, recruitment, retention, talent 
management and succession planning.

Each member of the senior executive team signs a formal 
employment contract at the time of their appointment 
covering a range of matters including their duties, rights, 
responsibilities and any entitlements on termination.  
The standard contract refers to a specific formal job 
description.  

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ANNUAL REPORT

Super Retail Group Limited
for the period ended 30 June 2012

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Super Retail Group Limited 
Directors' report 
for the period ended 30 June 2012  

Directors’ Report 

Your Directors present their report on the consolidated entity consisting of Super Retail Group Limited and the entities it 
controlled at the end of, or during, the period ended 30 June 2012. 

Directors 

The following persons were Directors of Super Retail Group Limited during the period and up to the date of this report. 

R A Rowe 
R J Wright 
P A Birtles 
R J Skippen 
S A M Pitkin   

Information on qualifications and experience of Directors is included on pages 16 to 17. 

Principal activities 

During the period, the principal continuing activities of the Group consisted of: 
• 
• 
• 
• 

retailing of auto parts and accessories, tools and equipment 
retailing of boating, camping, outdoor entertainment and fishing equipment and apparel  
wholesale, retail and distribution of bicycles and bicycle accessories 
retailing of sporting equipment and apparel 

Dividends – Super Retail Group Limited 

The Directors declared a fully franked dividend of 19.0 cents per share be paid on 3 October 2012 (total dividend, fully 
franked - $37,269,064).  This will take the total dividends paid and payable to 32.0 cents for the 2012 year which is a 3.0 
cent per share increase on 2011.  The following fully franked dividends of the parent entity have also been paid, declared or 
recommended since the end of the preceding period: 

Dividend 

Payment Date 

$ 

2011 final fully franked dividend (17.5¢ per share) 
2012 interim fully franked dividend (13¢ per share)  

19 September 2011 
3 April 2012 

22,833,786 
25,331,097 
48,164,883 

Review of operations 

Revenue from trading operations for the year was $1,655,474,000 (2011: $1,093,398,000).  During the year, the 
consolidated entity opened nine new Supercheap Auto stores and closed two stores in Australia, this resulted in Supercheap 
Auto trading with 281 stores at the end of the period.  BCF opened 13 stores during the period taking total trading stores to 
91; Goldcross Cycles closed one store during the period taking total trading stores to 19 at the end of the period and Ray’s 
Outdoors opened seven stores and closed five stores taking Ray’s Outdoors total trading stores to 52.  In addition, the 
Group launched the FCO Fishing Camping Outdoors business in New Zealand with 13 stores trading by 30 June 2012.  At 
the end of the financial year, the Group was trading from 582 stores. 

Rebel Group Limited was acquired with an effective date of 30 October 2011 for a net cash outlay of $620.4 million.  The 
acquisition comprised 90 Rebel stores, 36 A-Mart All Sports stores and two Performance Sports stores.  The acquisition was 
funded through a $334 million entitlement offer and an increase in the Group’s debt facilities of $310 million.  Acquisition 
costs of $11.1 million were expensed in the current period and transaction costs of $7.8 million relating to capital raising 
were booked against equity.   

The net profit of the Group (consisting of Super Retail Group Limited and the entities it controlled at the end of, or during, the 
period) for the period ended 30 June 2012, after providing for income tax, amounted to $83,521,000 (2011: $55,599,000). 

A review of the operations for the 52 weeks to 30 June 2012 is set out in pages 3 to 7 of this report.   

Significant changes in the state of affairs 

Contributed equity increased by $326,421,067 for capital raising relating to the Rebel acquisition and $18,872,410 as the 
result of dividend reinvestment plan and share options plan.  Details of the changes in contributed equity are disclosed in 
note 24 to the financial statements. 

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Directors' report 
for the period ended 30 June 2012  

Matters subsequent to the end of the financial year 

Since 30 June 2012 Super Retail Group Limited does not have any matters subsequent to the end of the financial year to be 
disclosed. 

Likely developments and expected results of operations 

Information on likely developments in the operations of the Group and the expected results of operations have not been 
included in this annual financial report because the directors believe it would be likely to result in unreasonable prejudice to 
the Group. 

Environmental regulation 

The Group’s environmental obligations are regulated under State, Territory and Federal Law.  The Group has a policy of 
complying with its environmental performance obligations.  All environmental performance obligations are monitored by the 
Board.  No environmental breaches have been notified to the consolidated entity during the period ended 30 June 2012. 

Directors and Directors’ interests 

The Directors of Super Retail Group Limited in office at the date of this report are listed below together with details of their 
relevant interest in the securities of the Company at that date. 

R J Wright, BCom, FCPA, MAICD. Independent Chairman Non-Executive.  Age 63   
Experience and expertise 
Appointed Chairman on 28 October 2009 and has been an Independent Non-Executive Director for 8 years 3 months.  
Director of a number of major Retail companies over the last 20 years.   

Other current directorships 
Chairman and Non-executive director of SAI Global Limited (director since 2003).  Chairman and Non–executive director of 
APA Ethane Limited (director since 2008) which is the responsible entity of the registered investment schemes that comprise 
Ethane Pipeline Income Fund, the securities in which are quoted on the ASX.  Non–executive director of Australian Pipeline 
Limited since 2000. 

Former directorships in the last 3 years 
Chairman and non-executive director of Dexion Limited (March 2005 – August 2010) and RCL Group (formerly Babcock & 
Brown Residential Land Partners Group) (May 2006 – February 2012).   

Special responsibilities 
Chairman of the Board 
Chairman of the Board Nomination Committee 
Member of the Audit and Risk Committee 
Member of the Human Resources and Remuneration Committee 

Interest in shares and options 
71,149 ordinary shares in Super Retail Group Limited 

P A Birtles.  BSc, ACA Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer.  Age 48 
Experience and expertise 
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer for 6 years and 8 months.  Previously Chief Financial Officer for 4 years 8 
months and Company Secretary for 1 year 5 months. 

Other current directorships 
Non-executive director of GWA Group Limited 

Former directorships in the last 3 years 
None 

Special responsibilities 
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer 
Member of the Board Nomination Committee 

Interests in shares and options 
1,892,596 ordinary shares in Super Retail Group Limited 
300,000 performance rights over ordinary shares in Super Retail Group Limited 

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Directors' report 
for the period ended 30 June 2012  

R A Rowe.  Non-Executive Director.  Age 68 
Experience and expertise 
Founder of the business in 1972.  Non-executive director for 8 years 4 months.  Previously 8 years as Chairman and 24 
years as Managing Director. 

Other current directorships 
Director of a number of private family companies. 

Former directorships in the last 3 years 
None. 

Special responsibilities 
Member of the Board Nomination Committee 
Member of the Human Resources and Remuneration Committee 

Interests in shares and options 
56,954,670 ordinary shares in Super Retail Group Limited. 

R J Skippen, ACA Independent Non-Executive Director.  Age 64 
Experience and expertise 
Independent Non-Executive Director for 3 years 9 months. John was the former Finance Director of Harvey Norman 
Holdings Ltd for 12 years and has over 30 years' experience as a chartered accountant.  

Other current directorships 
Non-Executive Director of Flexigroup Limited and Emerging Leaders Investment Limited. Chairman and Non-Executive 
Director of Slater & Gordon Limited. 

Former directorships in the last 3 years 
Non-Executive Director of Mint Wireless Limited (November 2007 – September 2008) and Briscoe Group Limited (NZ) 
(March 2004 – September 2011).  

Special responsibilities 
Chairman of the Audit and Risk Committee 
Member of the Board Nomination Committee 
Member of the Human Resources and Remuneration Committee 

Interest in shares and options 
Nil. 

S A Pitkin, LLM, LLB FAICD Independent Non-Executive Director. Age 53   
Experience and expertise 
Independent Non-Executive Director for 2 years.  Sally is an experienced Non-Executive Director and lawyer and a former 
partner of Clayton Utz. 

Other current directorships 
Non-Executive Director of Billabong International Limited 

Former directorships in the last 3 years 
Aristocrat Limited (June 2005 – May 2011) 

Special responsibilities 
Chair of the Human Resources and Remuneration Committee 
Member of the Audit and Risk Committee 
Member of the Board Nomination Committee 

Interest in shares and options 
25,053 ordinary shares in Super Retail Group Limited 

Company Secretary 
The Company Secretary is Mr R W Dawkins, B.Bus (Acct), Grad. Dip. AppCorpGov, ACIS, ACSA.  Mr Dawkins commenced 
with Super Retail Group Limited as the Property Services Manager in July 2001 and was appointed Company Secretary in 
December 2010. 

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Directors' report 
for the period ended 30 June 2012  

Meetings of directors 
The number of meetings of the Company’s Board of Directors and each Board Committee held during the period ended     
30 June 2012 is set out below: 

Full meetings 
directors 
B 
11 
11 
11 
11 
11 

A 
11 
11 
11 
11 
11 

Audit & Risk 

A 
3 
n/a 
n/a 
3 
3 

B 
3 
n/a 
n/a 
3 
3 

Meetings of Committees 
Board Nomination 

Human Resource & 
Remuneration 

A 
1 
1 
1 
1 
1 

B 
1 
1 
1 
1 
1 

A 
2 
2 
2 
2 
2 

B 
2 
2 
2 
2 
2 

R J Wright 
P A Birtles 
R A Rowe 
R J Skippen 
S A Pitkin 

A 

=  Number of meetings attended 

B  =  Number of meetings held during the time the Director held office 

or was a member of the Committee during the year 

Proceedings on behalf of the Company 
No proceedings have been brought or intervened in on behalf of the Company with leave of the Court under section 237 of 
the Corporations Act 2001. 

Non-Audit Services 
The Company may decide to employ the auditor on assignments additional to their statutory audit duties where the auditor’s 
expertise and experience with the Company and/or the Group are important. 

Details of the amounts paid or payable to the auditor (PricewaterhouseCoopers) for audit and non-audit services provided 
during the year are set out below.  

The Board of Directors has considered the position and, in accordance with the advice received from the Audit and Risk 
Committee is satisfied that the provision of the non-audit services is compatible with the general standard of independence 
for auditors imposed by the Corporations Act 2001.  The Directors are satisfied that the provision of non-audit services by 
the auditor, as set out below, did not compromise the auditor independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 for 
the following reasons: 

•  all non-audit services have been reviewed by the Audit and Risk Committee to ensure they do not impact the impartiality 

and objectivity of the auditor 

•  none of the services undermine the general principles relating to auditor independence as set out in APES 110 Code of 

Ethics for Professional Accountants, including reviewing or auditing  the auditor’s own work, acting in a management or a 
decision-making capacity for the Company, acting as advocate for the Company or jointly sharing economic risk and 
rewards. 

During the period 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: 

Assurance Services 
PricewaterhouseCoopers Australian firm 
Remuneration for audit services 
Total remuneration for assurance services 

Taxation Services 
Total remuneration for taxation services 

Advisory Services 
Total remuneration for advisory services 

Auditors Independence Declaration 

Consolidated  Entity 
2011 
2012 
$ 
$ 

568,314 
568,314 

424,468 
424,468 

236,005 

269,749 

0 

144,157 

A copy of the auditor’s independence declaration as required under section 307C of the Corporations Act 2001 is set out on 
page 30. 

Loans to directors and executives 
There are no loans to directors or executives as at 30 June 2012 and no loans were made during the period. 

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Directors' report 
for the period ended 30 June 2012  

Remuneration and Diversity report 

Introduction 

One of Super Retail Group’s core principles is that the attraction, development and retention of loyal and passionate team 
members provide a competitive advantage which is fundamental to the long term success of the Group. The maintenance of 
a workplace culture and the development of people practices that support this principle are strategic priorities for the Group. 

The development of people practices covers a number of areas including attraction, diversity, learning and development, 
engagement, workplace health and safety, talent and succession management and remuneration and benefits. 

Remuneration and benefits practices are set in the context of an overall policy to provide market competitive remuneration 
arrangements which support the attraction, development and retention of loyal and passionate team members and that are 
aligned with the interests of shareholders. 

Remuneration Policy 

Super Retail Group is committed to creating a high performance culture. Our philosophy is to provide flexible and 
competitive market based total remuneration arrangements that are linked to the performance of the Group and its 
businesses and support services. 

The key elements of the policy are: 

• 

• 
• 

• 

• 

• 

To provide competitive total remuneration arrangements that enables the Group to attract and retain high performing 
team members and to reward them for their contribution to the success of the Group. 
To align remuneration arrangements with the delivery of sustainable value to the Group’s shareholders. 
To maintain a pay for performance environment through linking incentive pay opportunities to the achievement of 
specific, measurable business goals. 
To position our base salaries at or around the median and our performance incentives in the 2nd quartile of relevant 
market remuneration levels. 
To provide arrangements with the flexibility to recognise individuals based on performance, experience and 
qualifications. 
To provide equitable, fair and consistent pay arrangements across the Group through a systematic methodology 
involving job value and market positioning. 

Remuneration can include a number of different elements such as base pay, superannuation, short term incentives, long 
term incentives, tools of trade, study and relocation assistance, share plans and novated lease arrangements. The elements 
of the total remuneration package may vary according to the job role, team members experience and performance and 
market practice. 

Role of the Human Resources and Remuneration Committee 

The primary objective of the Committee is to assist the Board to fulfil its corporate governance and oversight responsibilities 
in relation to the Group’s people strategy including remuneration components, performance measurements and 
accountability frameworks, recruitment, retention, talent management and succession planning. 

The Committee undertakes an annual review of the Group’s remuneration strategy and remuneration policy to facilitate 
understanding of the overall approach to remuneration and to confirm alignment with the Group’s business strategy and 
compliance with regulatory standards.  

The Committee reviews and recommends to the Board for approval remuneration arrangements for the Chief Executive 
Officer and other senior Executives. The Committee will review the arrangements on an annual basis, obtaining independent 
external remuneration advice where appropriate. 

The Committee undertakes an annual review of the Group’s performance management system to confirm the integrity of 
systems and processes in making incentive based payments. The Committee will also verify compliance with vesting or 
exercise requirements for equity based rewards. 

The Committee establishes the policy for the remuneration arrangements for Non Executive Directors, reviewing 
remuneration arrangements annually, obtaining independent external remuneration advice where appropriate.  

The Committee reviews and recommends to the Board for approval the Remuneration Report and any other report required 
to be produced for shareholders to meet regulatory requirements. 

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Directors' report 
for the period ended 30 June 2012  

Remuneration and Diversity report (continued) 

Non Executive Directors Remuneration Structure 

Fees to Non Executive Directors reflect the demands which are made on, and the responsibilities of, the Directors. The level 
of fees are reviewed annually by the Human Resources and Remuneration Committee and are based on the median of fees 
paid for comparative Non Executive Director roles in similarly sized publicly listed companies operating in the retail and 
consumer goods industry. 

The Human Resources and Remuneration Committee engaged the services of Deloittes as an independent remuneration 
consultant to prepare comparative information for review to ensure that fees are market based and fairly represent the 
responsibilities and time spent by the Directors on Company matters. 

Additional fees are paid to the Chairs of the Audit and Risk and the Human Resources and Remuneration Committees. This 
reflects the additional time commitment required by the Chairs of these committees. 

Non Executive Director Fees are determined within an aggregate Directors’ fee pool approved by shareholders. The current 
pool of $800,000 was approved on 26 October 2011. 

Non Executive Directors’ fees are inclusive of superannuation contributions. Non Executive Directors do not receive shares, 
performance rights or share options as part of their remuneration. Non Executive Directors may opt each year to receive a 
proportion of their remuneration in Super Retail Group Limited shares, which would be acquired on market. 

Directors Fees 

The Directors’ fees are inclusive of Committee fees. Fees for year to 29 June 2013 were approved on 26 July 2012, while 
fees for the year to 30 June 2012 were approved on 17 August 2011. 

The following fees apply: 

Chairman 
Other Non Executive Directors 
Committee Chair 

Senior Executive Remuneration Structure 

2012 
$ 

160,000 
90,500 
10,000 

  2013 
    $ 

200,000 
105,000 
10,000 

The Senior Executive Remuneration Structure is reviewed annually by the Human Resources and Remuneration 
Committee. The Committee ensure that the Remuneration Structure is consistent with market practice. 

Senior Executive Remuneration consists of 3 elements: 

•  Base Salary Package (inclusive of superannuation contributions, car allowance and other benefits) 
•  Short Term Incentive (STI) 
• 
Long Term Incentive (LTI) 

The mix of remuneration between fixed and variable components is varied in line with the seniority of the role and the 
relative responsibilities of the role for driving business performance and for developing and implementing business strategy.  

For the years to 30 June 2012 and 29 June 2013, the following mix of remuneration applies. 

Fixed  

STI 

LTI 

Chief Executive Officer 
Divisional Managing Directors 
Chief Financial Officer  
General Manager Group Logistics  

40%   
45%   
50%   
55%   

28%   
27%   
25%   
22%   

32% 
28% 
25%   
23% 

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Remuneration and Diversity report (continued) 

Senior Executive Remuneration Structure (continued) 

The tables assume that a full STI is received and that the LTI fully vests – the actual reward is dependant on the 
achievement of performance targets.  

The LTI component is based on the notional monetary value at the time of grant. This notional valuation may differ from the 
accounting valuation which considers probability of vesting and other factors. 

Base Salary Package 

The Group’s intent is to offer senior executives a base salary package that reflects the median market base salary package 
for a comparable role in a similarly sized publicly listed company operating in the retail and consumer goods industry. The 
senior executive’s performance and experience are also considered in determining the base salary package. 

The base salary package consists of base pay and superannuation and may include prescribed non-financial benefits at the 
executives’ discretion on a salary sacrifice basis.  

Base salary packages are reviewed annually. There is no guaranteed base salary increase in any senior executive’s service 
contract.  

Market information is sourced from market remuneration surveys and from a review of the annual reports of benchmark 
listed companies. 

All senior executive base salary proposals are reviewed and assessed by the Human Resources and Remuneration 
Committee.  Using this information the Human Resources and Remuneration Committee then make recommendations to the 
Board. 

Short Term Incentive (STI) 

Senior executives are invited to participate in a short term incentive scheme that rewards executives for the achievement of 
performance targets that are consistent with the Group’s approved business plan and that are aligned to delivering 
sustainable value to shareholders. 

The Human Resources and Remuneration Committee recommends to the Board an annual profit before tax target. In setting 
this target, the Committee considers the profit projections set out in the Group’s approved business plan and investor 
expectations.  

For the year to 30 June 2012, the profit before tax target of $112.5 million was 45% higher than the profit before tax 
achieved in the period to 2 July 2011. This target reflected the budgeted contribution of the Rebel Group which was acquired 
on 30 October 2011. The target reflected an underlying increase in Group profit of circa 10%, which was determined to be 
an appropriately demanding target in the context of the existing retail environment. 

Should profit before tax exceed the profit target, an STI bonus pool is created to a value of 20% of the amount that company 
profit exceeds the target. 

Senior executives have the opportunity to share in the STI bonus pool up to the maximum value of between 40% and 70% of 
their base salary in accordance with the Senior Executive Remuneration Structure outlined above.  

The level of participation is dependant on the achievement of 12 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) relevant to their area of 
responsibility. The 12 KPIs cover the achievement of financial and operational results and the successful implementation of 
strategic and people development initiatives. The KPIs are consistent with the overall performance targets set out in the 
Group’s business plan. 

The Human Resources and Remuneration Committee is responsible for assessing whether the KPIs are achieved and for 
approving short term incentive payments. The Committee receives reports from management to assist in the assessment. 

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Long Term Incentive (LTI) 

The Group’s remuneration structure aims to align long term incentives for senior executives with the delivery of sustainable 
value to shareholders. The alignment of interests is important in ensuring that senior executives are focused on delivering 
sustainable returns to shareholders, whilst allowing the Group to attract and retain senior executives of a high calibre. 

In October 2009, the Group’s shareholders approved the establishment of the Super Retail Group Limited Performance 
Rights Plan (PRP).  

The PRP links the long term remuneration of senior executives with the economic benefit derived by shareholders over a 
three to five year period. 

Participation in the PRP is by invitation only and only those senior executives invited by the Board are able to participate. 

The PRP allows for the annual grant of Performance Rights to senior executives. The grant of Performance Rights entitles 
the senior executive to be granted an equivalent number of shares upon vesting of those Performance Rights. The vesting of 
Performance Rights is subject to the satisfaction of performance conditions. 

The performance conditions will be satisfied if the Group achieves both certain earnings per share increases and return on 
capital hurdles over a three year period as determined by the Board or its nominee. 

The Board consider that the combination of earnings per share growth and maintenance of return on capital ensure that 
executives maintain a focus on value creating growth which will deliver sustainable returns for shareholders. 

The issues of Performance Rights are subject to the following performance conditions over a three year period ending 30 
June: 

a)  10% cumulative earnings per share growth; and 
b)  Return on capital of more than 15% 

If a Performance Right has not lapsed and the performance conditions have been satisfied, Performance Rights will vest in 
accordance with the following schedule: 

Time after grant of Performance Right  % of Performance Rights that vest 

3 years 
4 years 
5 years 

50% 
25% 
25% 

The notional value of Performance Rights granted to each senior executive is based on the share price of the Group at the 
time of grant. The number of Performance Rights granted to each senior executive is determined in accordance with the 
Executive Remuneration Structure outlined above and have a value of between 42% and 80% of their base salary. This 
value of Performance Rights for grant purposes may differ from the accounting valuation which considers probability of 
vesting and other factors. 

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Remuneration and Diversity report (continued) 

Relationship of Remuneration to Company Performance 

The performance of the Group and remuneration paid to key management personnel over the last 6 years is summarised in 
the following table: 

Company Performance 

2007 

2008 

2009 

2010 

2011 

2012 

Sales ($m) 

624.8 

715.4 

828.8 

938.0 

1,092.3 

1,654.1 

Profit before tax ($m) 

Post Tax ROC (%) 

Earnings Per Share (¢) 

Dividends Per Share (¢) 

30 June Share Price ($) 

31.3 

13.9 

19.5 

10.5 

4.20 

36.8 

14.1 

22.6 

13.0 

2.33 

Remuneration Paid to Key Management Personnel  

Base Salary Package 

Short Term Incentive 

Long Term Incentive 

Total 

1.8 

0.8 

0.2 

2.8 

1.9 

0.2 

0.2 

2.3 

41.9 

15.6 

28.1 

18.0 

3.61 

2.1 

0.8 

0.2 

3.1 

53.9 

16.8 

32.1 

21.5 

5.27 

2.2 

1.1 

0.4 

3.7 

77.7 

17.5 

40.6 

29.0 

7.00 

2.5 

1.0 

0.7 

4.2 

120.1 

18.8 

46.1 

32.0 

7.19 

3.0 

1.0 

1.1 

5.1 

Since 2007 earnings per share have increased by 136%, dividends per share have increased by 205% and the share price 
has increased by 71%.  

During the same period, total remuneration paid to key management personnel has increased by 82% whilst Base Salary 
has increased by 67%. The major driver of increase in total remuneration has been incentive pay reflecting the strong 
performance of the Group over the last five years. 

Total remuneration paid to key management personnel as a proportion of profit before tax was 10% in 2006 and had 
reduced to 4.3% in 2012. 

Details of remuneration of the Group 

Amounts of remuneration 
Details of the remuneration of the directors and key management personnel of the Group (as defined in AASB 124 Related 
Party Disclosures) and the six highest paid executives of Super Retail Group Limited are set out in the following tables. 

The key management personnel of the Group includes the directors and the following executive officers, (being those who 
are responsible for developing and implementing the Group’s strategy): 

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

P A Birtles, Managing Director 
D F Ajala, Managing Director - Auto & Cycle Retailing 
S J Doyle, Managing Director - Leisure Retailing 
E A Berchtold, Managing Director – Sports Retailing 
G G Carroll, Chief Financial Officer 
G L Chad, General Manager, Group Logistics 

The highest paid executives for the period ended 30 June 2012 were as follows: 

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

P A Birtles 
D F Ajala 
S J Doyle 
E A Berchtold 
G G Carroll 
G L Chad 

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Remuneration and Diversity report (continued) 

2012 

Name 

Non-executive directors 
R J Wright  Chairman 
R A Rowe 
R J Skippen 
S A Pitkin 
Sub-total non-executive 
directors 
Executive directors 
P A Birtles 
Other key management 
personnel 
D F  Ajala  
S J Doyle 
E A Berchtold 
G G Carroll  
G L Chad  
Totals 

2011 

Name 

Non-executive directors 
R J Wright  Chairman 
R A Rowe 
D D McDonough (resigned 
31 August 2010) 
R J Skippen 
S A Pitkin 
Sub-total non-executive 
directors 
Executive directors 
P A Birtles 
Other key management 
personnel 
D F  Ajala  
S J Doyle 
E A Berchtold 
G G Carroll  
G L Chad  
Totals 

Short-term benefits 

Post-
employment 
benefits 

Share-based payment 

Cash 
bonus 
$ 

Non- 
monetary 
benefits 
$ 

Super- 
annuation 
$ 

Options 
$ 

Performance 
Rights 
$ 

Cash 
salary and 
fees 
$ 

146,789 
35,881 
91,743 
91,743 

366,156 

0 
0 
0 
0 

0 

0 
0 
0 
0 

0 

13,211 
54,119 
8,257 
8,257 

83,844 

856,810 

367,500 

2,415 

15,775 

425,100 
387,492 
219,901 
359,225 
309,128 
2,923,812 

184,500 
128,650 
118,663 
116,250 
100,100 
1,015,663 

0 
11,733 
19,615 
0 
27,132 
60,895 

24,900 
15,775 
17,508 
15,775 
48,740 
222,317 

Total 
$ 

160,000 
90,000 
100,000 
100,000 

450,000 

0 
0 
0 
0 

0 

477,180 

1,719,680 

193,354 
177,500 
0 
129,260 
128,730 
1,103,024 

827,854 
721,150 
375,687 
617,510 
613,830 
5,325,711 

0 
0 
0 
0 

0 

0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

Short-term benefits 

Post-
employment 
benefits 

Share-based payment 

Cash 
salary and 
fees 
$ 

Cash 
bonus 
$ 

Non- 
monetary 
benefits 
$ 

Super- 
annuation 
$ 

Options 
$ 

Performance 
Rights 
$ 

127,659 
31,932 

5,208 
71,000 
75,688 

311,487 

0 
0 

0 
0 
0 

0 

0 
0 

0 
0 
0 

0 

12,341 
50,568 

9,396 
20,000 
6,812 

99,117 

0 
0 

0 
0 
0 

0 

0 
0 

0 
0 
0 

0 

Total 
$ 

140,000 
82,500 

14,604 
91,000 
82,500 

410,604 

794,886 

416,625 

2,415 

27,699 

21,532 

307,167 

1,570,324 

392,947 
359,846 
0 
307,801 
292,007 
2,458,974 

195,500 
179,400 
0 
119,510 
135,975 
1,047,010 

5,104 
14,954 
0 
0 
27,893 
50,366 

26,949 
15,199 
0 
15,199 
47,600 
231,763 

3,992 
3,992 
0 
8,096 
3,010 
40,622 

115,187 
105,413 
0 
73,917 
83,784 
685,468 

739,679 
678,804 
0 
524,523 
590,269 
4,514,203 

The relative proportions of remuneration that are linked to performance and those that are fixed are as follows: 

Name 

P A Birtles 
D F Ajala 
S J Doyle 
E A Berchtold 
G G Carroll 
G L Chad 

Fixed Remuneration 
2012 
2011 
52.54% 
50.88% 
57.46% 
54.36% 
57.45% 
57.55% 
- 
68.41% 
61.58% 
60.73% 
62.26% 
62.72% 

At Risk – STI 

At Risk – LTI 

2012 
21.37% 
22.29% 
17.84% 
31.59% 
18.83% 
16.31% 

2011 
26.53% 
26.43% 
26.43% 
- 
22.78% 
23.04% 

2012 
27.75% 
23.35% 
24.61% 

- 

20.44% 
20.97% 

2011 
20.93% 
16.11% 
16.12% 
- 
15.64% 
14.70% 

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Remuneration and Diversity report (continued) 

Service Agreements 
Remuneration and other terms of employment for key management personnel are formalised in service agreements.  Each 
of these agreements provide for the provision of performance related cash bonuses, other benefits and when eligible, 
participation in the Executive Performance Rights and Option Plans. 

All contracts with executives may be terminated early by either party with three months notice, subject to termination 
payments as detailed below:- 

P A Birtles, Managing Director 

Term of Agreement – 2 years and 11 months commencing 27 January 2011  

Base salary, inclusive of superannuation, for the period ended 30 June 2012 of $875,000 to be reviewed annually by the 
Human Resource and Remuneration Committee. 

Payment of a termination benefit on early termination by the Company, other than for cause, equal to 12 months base salary 
if the termination is effective more than 12 months before the expiry date or 9 months base salary if the termination is 
effective within 12 months before the expiry date. 

D F Ajala, Managing Director - Auto & Cycle Retailing 

Term of Agreement - 3 years and 8 months commencing 27 January 2011  

Base salary, inclusive of superannuation, for the period ended 30 June 2012 of $450,000 to be reviewed annually by the 
Human Resource and Remuneration Committee. 

Payment of a termination benefit on early termination by the Company, other than for cause, equal to 6 months base salary 
if the termination is effective more than 12 months before the expiry date or 3 months base salary if the termination is 
effective within 12 months before the expiry date. 

S J Doyle, Managing Director - Leisure Retailing 

Term of Agreement - 4 years and 8 months commencing 27 January 2011  

Base salary, inclusive of superannuation, for the period ended 30 June 2012 of $415,000 to be reviewed annually by the 
Human Resource and Remuneration Committee. 

Payment of a termination benefit on early termination by the Company, other than for cause, equal to 6 months base salary 
if the termination is effective more than 12 months before the expiry date or 3 months base salary if the termination is 
effective within 12 months before the expiry date. 

E A Berchtold, Managing Director – Sports Retailing 

Term of Agreement – 4 years and 11 months commencing 5 November 2011 

Base salary, inclusive of superannuation, for the period ended 30 June 2012 of $430,000 to be reviewed annually by the 
Human Resource and Remuneration Committee. 

G G Carroll, Chief Financial Officer 

Term of Agreement - 5 years and 5 months commencing 17 April 2011  

Base salary, inclusive of superannuation, for the period ended 30 June 2012 of $375,000 to be reviewed annually by the 
Human Resource and Remuneration Committee. 

Payment of a termination benefit on early termination by the Company, other than for cause, equal to 6 months base salary 
if the termination is effective more than 12 months before the expiry date or 3 months base salary if the termination is 
effective within 12 months before the expiry date. 

G L Chad, General Manager Group Logistics 

Base salary, inclusive of superannuation, for the period ended 30 June 2012 of $385,000 to be reviewed annually by the 
Human Resource and Remuneration Committee. 

Payment of a termination benefit on early termination by the Company, other than for cause, equal to 3 months base salary. 

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Remuneration and Diversity report (continued) 

Details of remuneration: Short Term Incentives 
Cash bonuses are dependent on the satisfaction of performance conditions as set out in the section headed “short term 
incentives” above.  For each cash bonus included in the above tables, the percentage of the available bonus that was paid 
and the percentage that was forfeited because the person did not meet the performance criteria are set out below.  No part 
of the bonuses are payable in future years. 

Name 
P A Birtles 
D F Ajala 
S J Doyle 
E A Berchtold 
G G Carroll 
G L Chad 

Share based compensation 

Short Term Incentives 

Forfeited 
% 
40 
32 
48 
32 
38 
35 

Paid 
% 
60 
68 
52 
68 
62 
65 

Performance Rights 
Performance rights vest progressively from 3 to 5 years after the date of grant.  The issues of Performance Rights are 
subject to achieving two performance conditions over a three year period ending 30 June (i) 10% cumulative earnings per 
share growth and (ii) return on capital of more than 15%. 

The performance rights do not give the right to participate in any other share issue of the Company or any other entity. 

The table below lists the performance rights provided as remuneration to each Director of Super Retail Group Limited and 
each of the key management personnel of the Group.  There were no lapsed performance rights in the period. 

Name 

Directors of Super 
Retail Group Limited 
R J Wright 
R A Rowe 
R J Skippen 
S A Pitkin 
P A Birtles 
Other Key 
Management 
Personnel 
D F Ajala 
S J Doyle 
E A Berchtold 
G G Carroll 
G L Chad 

Number of Performance 
Rights granted during the 
period 
2012 

0 
0 
0 
0 
100,000 

45,977 
42,401 
0 
30,788 
26,437 

Value of Performance 
Rights at Grant Date 

2012  

0 
0 
0 
0 
609,000 

280,000 
258,222 
0 
187,499 
161,001 

Number of Performance 
Rights vested during the 
period 
2012 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

The above performance rights are valued using the share price at time of granting.  The performance rights granted in the 
current reporting period were valued using a share price of $6.09.  The performance rights are expensed over a 5-year 
period in-line with the vesting conditions of the rights.  Plan participants may not enter into any transaction designed to 
remove the “at risk” aspect of the performance rights before they vest. 

Shares under option 
No options were granted or vested during the period.

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Remuneration and Diversity report (continued) 

Shares provided on exercise of remuneration options 
The table below lists the ordinary shares in the Company issued during the year as a result of the exercise of remuneration 
options.  No performance rights were exercisable during the year. 

Name 
P A Birtles 
S J Doyle 
G G Carroll 
G L Chad 

Date of Exercise of Options 

27/09/2011 
5/3/12-12/3/2012 
11/08/2011 
16/08/2011 

Number of Ordinary Shares 
Issued on Exercise of 
Options During the Year 

200,000 
200,000 
100,000 
50,000 

Market Value at Exercise 
Date* 
722,800 
930,400 
395,000 
197,600 

* The value at exercise date of options exercised during the period was determined using the 5-day average Group share 
price. 

Unissued shares under performance rights and options plans 
Unissued ordinary shares of Super Retail Group Limited under the performance rights plan at the date of this report are as 
follows: 

Grant date 

Vesting Date* 

Value per Performance 
Right at Grant Date 

Number of Performance 
Rights 

1 September 2009 
1 September 2010 
1 September 2011 

* 
* 
* 

$5.15 
$5.85 
$6.09 

339,683 
347,758 
453,151 
1,140,592 

*   Performance rights vest progressively 3 to 5 years after grant date and have no expiry date. 

Plan participants may not enter into any transaction designed to remove the “at risk” aspect of performance rights on share 
options. 

Unissued ordinary shares of Super Retail Group Limited under option at the date of this report are as follows: 

Grant date 

Exercise date 

Exercise Price 

Value per option at 
grant date 

Number under 
option 

27 January 2006 
23 August 2007 
1 August 2008 

5 January 2011 
24 July 2010 
1 August 2011 

$2.44 
$4.37 
$2.49 

$0.38 
$0.93 
$0.65 

50,000 
60,000 
40,000 
150,000 

Shares issued on the exercise of options 
The following ordinary shares of Super Retail Group Limited were issued during the year ended 30 June 2012 on the 
exercise of options granted under the Super Retail Group Employee Option Plan.  No further shares have been issued since 
that date.  No amounts are unpaid on any of the shares. 

Date options granted 
27 January 2006 
17 April 2006 
1 July 2006 
26 October 2006  
23 August 2007  
1 August 2008 

Issue price of shares 

Number of shares issued 

$2.44 
$2.25 
$2.25 
$2.44 
$4.37 
$2.49 

200,000 
100,000 
300,000 
200,000 
40,000 
140,000 

The exercise of the options is subject to the satisfaction of a qualifying hurdle.  For the options granted prior to 23 August 
2007, the qualifying hurdle requires cumulative annual growth of 10% in Earnings Per Share (pre amortisation) from the IPO 
Prospectus forecast Earnings Per Share (pre amortisation) for the year ending 30 June 2005 (being 17.2 cents) through to 
each of the years prior to the options being exercised.  For the options granted in August 2007 and August 2008, the 
relevant start dates for measurement of the 10% cumulative annual growth in Earnings Per Share are 30 June 2007 and 28 
June 2008 respectively.  Exercise of options is subject to being employed by the Group. 

No option holder has any right under the options to participate in any other share issue of the Company or of any other 
entity. 

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Insurance of officers 
During the financial year, Super Retail Group Limited paid a premium of $75,735 to insure the directors and secretaries of 
the Company and its controlled entities, and the general managers of each of the divisions of the Group. 

The liabilities insured are legal costs that may be incurred in defending civil or criminal proceedings that may be brought 
against the officers in their capacity as officers of entities in the Group, and any other payments arising from liabilities 
incurred by the officers in connection with such proceedings, other than where such liabilities arise out of conduct involving a 
wilful breach of duty by the officers or the improper use by the officers of their position or of information to gain advantage for 
themselves or someone else or to cause detriment to the Company.  It is not possible to apportion the premium between 
amounts relating to the insurance against legal costs and those relating to other liabilities. 

Diversity 
Super  Retail  Group  recognises  its  talented  and  diverse  workforce  as  a  key  competitive  advantage.    Our  business 
performance is a reflection of the quality and skill of our people and behaviours that are aligned to our Group Values.  We 
are firmly committed to developing policies, practices and ways of working that support diversity.  We strive to ensure strong 
business growth and performance whilst providing an environment that makes the Super Retail Group a great place to work.   

Central to achieving this goal is an inclusive work environment and culture that allows Team Members to contribute their full 
potential,  through  recognising  and  supporting  their  diverse  strengths  and  needs.    We  want  to  be  known  as  a  diversity 
conscious employer recognising, appreciating, valuing and utilising the unique talents and contributions of all individuals.   

The  company  has  developed  a  diversity  policy  that  links  directly  to  the  company’s  corporate  vision  and  strategies.  The 
objectives of the policy are: 

(cid:1) 
(cid:1) 
(cid:1) 
(cid:1) 
(cid:1) 
(cid:1) 

(cid:1) 
(cid:1) 
(cid:1) 
(cid:1) 

For our workforce to be representative of our customer base 
To recognise, value and engage the diverse skills, cultural values and backgrounds of our Team Members 
To enhance the opportunities for Team Members to participate and contribute to the work of the Super Retail Group 
To maintain a focus on workplace health and safety by providing appropriate employment arrangements 
To proactively prevent and eliminate harassment and unlawful discrimination in the workplace 
To ensure that workplace structures, conditions, systems and procedures, foster diversity and allow Team Members to 
manage work and personal life  
To promote awareness of the value of diversity in the workplace 
To enhance attraction, development and retention of Team Members 
To be recognised as a great place to work and a preferred employer in the specialty retail sector and; 
To provide suitable employment opportunities for disabled and disadvantaged Team Members 

Gender Diversity 
The nature of the products that are sold through the Group’s stores attracts a customer base that is significantly skewed 
towards male customers. Across the Group around 80% of customers are males.  

The company is proud that its culture and inclusive policies have created a workforce in which females represent 38% of the 
workforce at 30 June 2012. 35% of middle and senior management positions and 22% of senior management positions are 
held by females at 30 June 2012. 

The company has set targets of 33% of middle and senior management positions and 30% of senior management and 
Board positions to be held by females by June 2015. 

To promote diversity, the company has implemented the following initiatives: 
•  Paid maternity leave 
•  Parental leave information packs 
•  Part time work opportunities 
•  Monitoring of remuneration for gender differences 
•  Appointment of females into senior non traditional roles – e.g., General Manager Retail Operations, Retail Operations 

Manager, Distribution Centre Manager. 

The following initiatives are being implemented in the coming year: 
•  Shortlisting of candidates for middle and senior management vacancies in line with 2015 diversity targets 
•  Participation in leadership development programs to be in line with 2015 diversity targets 
• 
•  Development of childcare and aged-care information packs 
•  Quarterly reporting and review of diversity performance 
• 

Inclusion of diversity in induction and management development programs 

Further development of flexible work practices 

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Rounding of amounts 
The Company is of a kind referred to in Class Order 98/0100, issued by the Australian Securities and Investments 
Commission, relating to the “rounding off” of amounts in the Directors’ Report.  Amounts in the Directors’ Report have been 
rounded off in accordance with that Class Order to the nearest thousand dollars, or in certain cases, to the nearest dollar. 

This report is made in accordance with a resolution of the Directors. 

R J Wright 
Chairman 

Brisbane 
21 August 2012 

P A Birtles 
Director 

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Auditor’s Independence Declaration 

As lead auditor for the audit of Super Retail Group Limited for the year ended 30 June 2012, I declare 
that to the best of my knowledge and belief, there have been: 

a) 

no contraventions of the auditor independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 in     
relation to the audit; and 

b)  no contraventions of any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit. 

This declaration is in respect of Super Retail Group Limited and the entities it controlled during the  
period. 

Cameron Henry 
Partner 
PricewaterhouseCoopers 

21 August 2012 

PricewaterhouseCoopers, ABN 52 780 433 757 
Riverside Centre, 123 Eagle Street, BRISBANE QLD 4000, GPO BOX 150, BRISBANE QLD 4001 
T: +61 7 3257 5000, F: +61 7 3257 5999, www.pwc.com.au 

Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation 

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Annual financial report – 30 June 2012  

Contents 

Financial report 

Consolidated comprehensive income statement 
Consolidated statement of financial position 
Consolidated statement of changes in equity 
Consolidated statement of cash flows 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements 
Directors' declaration 

Independent auditor’s report to the members 

Page 

32 
33 
34 
35 
36 
84 
85 

These financial statements are the consolidated financial statements of the consolidated entity consisting of Super Retail Group 
Limited and its subsidiaries.  The financial report is presented in the Australian currency. 

Super Retail Group Limited is a company limited by shares, incorporated and domiciled in Australia.  Its registered office and 
principal place of business is: 

751 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501 

A description of the nature of the consolidated entity's operations and its principal activities is included in the directors’ report on 
pages 15 to 29, which is not part of this financial report. 

The financial report was authorised for issue by the directors on 21 August 2012.  The company has the power to amend and 
reissue the financial report. 

Through the use of the internet, we have ensured that our corporate reporting is timely, complete, and available globally at 
minimum cost to the company.  All press releases, financial reports and other information are available at our Shareholders’ 
Centre on our website: www.superretailgroup.com.au.  

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CONSOLIDATED COMPREHENSIVE INCOME STATEMENT 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

Revenue from continuing operations 

Other income  
Total revenues and other income 

Cost of sales of goods 
Other expenses from ordinary activities 

- selling and distribution 
- marketing 
- occupancy 
- administration 

Finance costs expense 
Total expenses 

Profit before income tax 

Income tax (expense)/benefit 

Profit attributable to Members of Super Retail Group Limited 

Other comprehensive income 
Cash flow hedges 
Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations 

Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax 

Total comprehensive income for the year 

Total comprehensive income for the year is attributable to: 
Owners of Super Retail Group Limited 

Consolidated 

Notes 

5 

6 

2012 
$'000 

1,655,474 

916 
1,656,390 

2011 
$'000 

1,093,398 

1,359 
1,094,757 

(927,679) 

(598,067) 

(208,154) 
(76,891) 
(124,584) 
(176,982) 
(21,995) 
(1,536,285) 

120,105 

(36,584) 

83,521 

360 
301 

661 

84,182 

8 

25 
25 

(138,415) 
(51,188) 
(90,307) 
(128,155) 
(10,973) 
(1,017,105) 

77,652 

(22,053) 

55,599 

(3,414) 
(1,200) 

(4,614) 

50,985 

84,182 

50,985 

Cents 

Cents 

Earnings per share for profit attributable to the ordinary equity 
holders of the company: 
Basic earnings per share 
Diluted earnings per share 

37 
37 

46.1 
45.8 

40.6 
40.1 

The above consolidated comprehensive income statement should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes. 

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION 
Super Retail Group Limited 
As at 30 June 2012  

ASSETS 
Current assets 
Cash and cash equivalents 
Trade and other receivables 
Inventories 
Total current assets 

Non-current assets 
Property, plant and equipment 
Deferred tax assets 
Intangible assets 
Total non-current assets 

Total assets 

LIABILITIES 
Current liabilities 
Trade and other payables 
Borrowings 
Current tax liabilities 
Provisions 
Total current liabilities 

Non-current liabilities 
Trade and other payables 
Borrowings 
Deferred tax liabilities 
Provisions 
Total non-current liabilities 

Total liabilities 

Net assets 

EQUITY 
Contributed equity 
Reserves 
Retained profits 
Total equity attributable to equity holders of Super Retail Group Limited 

Consolidated 

Notes 

2012 
$'000 

2011 
$'000 

9 
10 
11 

12 
13 
14 

15 
16 
17 
18 

19 
20 
22 
23 

24 
25 
25 

47,043 
28,532 
416,719 
492,294 

170,863 
0 
722,350 
893,213 

25,697 
22,160 
292,874 
340,731 

109,277 
10,789 
111,251 
231,317 

1,385,507 

572,048 

197,888 
8 
9,199 
19,832 
226,927 

17,527 
388,009 
54,718 
9,463 
469,717 

122,373 
32 
11,013 
12,286 
145,704 

15,538 
99,143 
0 
7,983 
122,664 

696,644 

268,368 

688,863 

303,680 

541,835 
(706) 
147,734 
688,863 

194,541 
(3,239) 
112,378 
303,680 

The above consolidated statement of financial position should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes. 

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

Contributed 
Equity 

Reserves 

Notes 

$’000 

$’000 

Retained 
Earnings 
$’000 

Total 

$’000 

Balance at 3 July 2010 

182,158 

158 

88,241 

270,557 

Profit for the year 
Other comprehensive income 
Total comprehensive income for the year 

Transactions with owners in their capacity as 
owners 
Contributions of equity, net of transaction costs 
Dividends provided for or paid 
Employee share options and performance rights 

Balance at 2 July 2011 

Profit for the year 
Other comprehensive income 
Total comprehensive income for the year 

Transactions with owners in their capacity as 
owners 
Contributions of equity, net of transaction costs 
Dividends provided for or paid 
Employee share options and performance rights 

24 
26 
25 

24 
26 
25 

0 
0 
0 

0 
(4,614) 
(4,614) 

55,599 
0 
55,599 

55,599 
(4,614) 
50,985 

12,383 
0 
0 
12,383 

0 
0 
1,217 
1,217 

0 
(31,462) 
0 
(31,462) 

12,383 
(31,462) 
1,217 
(17,862) 

194,541 

(3,239) 

112,378 

303,680 

0 
0 
0 

0 
661 
661 

83,521 
0 
83,521 

83,521 
661 
84,182 

347,294 
0 
0 
347,294 

0 
0 
1,872 
1,872 

0 
(48,165) 
0 
(48,165) 

347,294 
(48,165) 
1,872 
301,001 

Balance at 30 June 2012  

541,835 

(706) 

147,734 

688,863 

The above consolidated statement of changes in equity should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

Consolidated 

Notes 

2012 
$'000 

2011 
$'000 

Cash flows from operating activities 
Receipts from customers (inclusive of goods and services tax) 
Payments to suppliers and employees (inclusive of goods and services 
tax) 

1,825,528 

1,207,864 

(1,506,423) 

(1,023,148) 

Rental payments 

- external 
- related parties 

Income taxes paid 
Net cash (outflow) inflow from operating activities 

Cash flows from investing activities 
Payments for property, plant and equipment 
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment 
Payments for purchase of subsidiary, net of cash acquired 
Net cash (outflow) inflow from investing activities 

Cash flows from financing activities 
Proceeds from borrowings 
Repayment of borrowings 
Interest paid 
Dividends paid to company’s shareholders 
Proceeds from issue of shares 
Net cash inflow (outflow) from financing activities 

Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the financial year 
Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year 

(140,200) 
(9,350) 
(34,308) 
135,247 

(60,380) 
171 
(621,704) 
(681,913) 

998,405 
(710,860) 
(16,720) 
(31,692) 
328,820 
567,953 

21,287 
25,697 
59 
47,043 

36 

26 

9 

(82,519) 
(10,384) 
(20,911) 
70,902 

(37,647) 
1,129 
0 
(36,518) 

241,591 
(251,667) 
(9,894) 
(20,797) 
1,966 
(38,801) 

(4,417) 
30,200 
(86) 
25,697 

The above consolidated statement of cash flows should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED 
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

SUPER RETAIL GROUP LIMITED 

FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 
30 JUNE 2012  

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 
Super Retail Group Limited  
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

Contents of the notes to the consolidated financial statements 

Summary of significant accounting policies .............................................................................................................................. 38 
1 
Financial risk management ....................................................................................................................................................... 47 
2 
Critical accounting estimates and judgements .......................................................................................................................... 51 
3 
Segment information ................................................................................................................................................................. 52 
4 
Revenue ................................................................................................................................................................................... 54 
5 
Other Income ............................................................................................................................................................................ 54 
6 
Expenses .................................................................................................................................................................................. 54 
7 
Income tax expense .................................................................................................................................................................. 55 
8 
Current assets - Cash and cash equivalents ............................................................................................................................ 56 
9 
10  Current assets - Trade and other receivables ........................................................................................................................... 56 
11  Current assets – Inventories ..................................................................................................................................................... 57 
12  Non-current assets – Property, plant and equipment ................................................................................................................ 57 
13  Non-current assets - Deferred tax assets ................................................................................................................................. 58 
14  Non-current assets – Intangible assets ..................................................................................................................................... 59 
15  Current liabilities - Trade and other payables ........................................................................................................................... 61 
16  Current liabilities – Borrowings ................................................................................................................................................. 61 
17  Current liabilities – Current tax liabilities ................................................................................................................................... 61 
18  Current liabilities – Provisions ................................................................................................................................................... 62 
19  Non-current liabilities – Trade and Other Payables .................................................................................................................. 62 
20  Non-current liabilities – Borrowings .......................................................................................................................................... 62 
21  Derivative Financial instruments ............................................................................................................................................... 63 
22  Non-current liabilities - Deferred tax liabilities ........................................................................................................................... 66 
23  Non-current liabilities – Provisions ............................................................................................................................................ 66 
24  Contributed equity ..................................................................................................................................................................... 67 
25  Reserves and retained profits ................................................................................................................................................... 69 
26  Dividends .................................................................................................................................................................................. 70 
27  Key management personnel disclosures .................................................................................................................................. 71 
28  Remuneration of auditors.......................................................................................................................................................... 74 
29  Contingencies ........................................................................................................................................................................... 74 
30  Commitments ............................................................................................................................................................................ 75 
31  Related party transactions ........................................................................................................................................................ 76 
32 
Investments in controlled entities .............................................................................................................................................. 76 
33  Business Combinations ............................................................................................................................................................ 77 
34   Net tangible asset backing ........................................................................................................................................................ 77 
35  Deed of cross guarantee........................................................................................................................................................... 78 
36  Reconciliation of profit from ordinary activities after income tax to net cash inflow from operating activities ............................ 80 
37  Earnings per share ................................................................................................................................................................... 80 
38  Share-based payments ............................................................................................................................................................. 81 
39  Events occurring after balance date ......................................................................................................................................... 83 
40  Parent entity financial information ............................................................................................................................................. 83 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

1  Summary of significant accounting policies 

The principal accounting policies adopted in the preparation of these consolidated financial statements are set out below.  These 
policies have been consistently applied to all the years presented, unless otherwise stated.  The financial statements are for the 
consolidated entity consisting of Super Retail Group Limited and its subsidiaries. 

(a) 

Basis of preparation 

This general purpose financial report has been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, other authoritative 
pronouncements of the Australian Accounting Standards Board, Urgent Issues Group Interpretations and the Corporations Act 
2001. 

Compliance with IFRS 

Consolidated financial statements and notes of Super Retail Group Limited comply with International Financial Reporting Standards 
(IFRS) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.   

Historical cost convention 

These financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, unless otherwise stated. 

(b) 

Principles of consolidation 

The consolidated financial statements incorporate the assets and liabilities of all entities controlled by Super Retail Group Limited 
(the “Company” or “parent entity”) as at 30 June 2012 and the results of its controlled entities for the period then ended.  Super 
Retail Group Limited and its controlled entities comprise the “consolidated entity”.  The effects of all transactions between entities in 
the consolidated entity are fully eliminated.   

Subsidiaries are all those entities (including special purpose entities) over which the Group has the power to govern the financial 
and operating policies, generally accompanying a shareholding of more than one-half of the voting rights.  The existence and effect 
of potential voting rights that are currently exercisable or convertible are considered when assessing whether the Group controls 
another entity.  

Where control of an entity is acquired during a financial period its results are included in the consolidated statement of financial 
performance from the date on which control commences.  Where control of an entity ceases during a financial year its results are 
included for that part of the period during which control existed.  

(c) 

Segment reporting 

Operating segments are reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided to the Divisional Managing Directors, 
who are responsible for allocating resources and assessing performance of the operating segments.   

(d) 

Income tax  

The income tax expense or revenue for the period is the tax payable on the current period’s taxable income based on the national 
income tax rate for each jurisdiction adjusted by changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities attributable to temporary differences 
between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements, and to unused tax losses. 

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognised for temporary differences at the tax rates expected to apply when the assets are 
recovered or liabilities are settled, based on those tax rates which are enacted or substantively enacted for each jurisdiction.  The 
relevant tax rates are applied to the cumulative amounts of deductible and taxable temporary differences to measure the deferred 
tax  asset  or  liability.    An  exception  is  made  for  certain  temporary  differences  arising  from  the  initial  recognition  of  an  asset  or  a 
liability.  No deferred tax asset or liability is recognised in relation to these temporary differences if they arise in a transaction, other 
than a business combination, that at the time of the transaction did not affect either accounting profit or taxable profit or loss. 

Deferred  tax  assets  are  recognised  for  deductible  temporary  differences  and  unused  tax  losses  only  if  it  is  probable  that  future 
taxable amounts will be available to utilise those temporary differences and losses. 

Deferred  tax  liabilities  and  assets  are  not  recognised  for  temporary  differences  between  the  carrying  amount  and  tax  bases  of 
investments in controlled entities where the parent entity is able to control the timing of the reversal of the temporary differences 
and it is probable that the differences will not reverse in the foreseeable future. 

Current and deferred tax balances attributable to amounts recognised directly in equity are also recognised directly in equity. 

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets and liabilities and 
when  the  deferred  tax  balances  relate  to  the  same  taxation  authority.    Current  tax  assets  and  tax  liabilities  are  offset  where  the 
entity has a legally enforceable right to offset and intends either to settle on a net basis, or to realise the asset and settle the liability 
simultaneously. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

A deferred tax liability is recognised in relation to some of the Group’s indefinite life intangibles.  The tax base assumed in 
determining the amount of the deferred tax liability is the capital cost base of the assets.  As the assets are indefinite life in nature it 
was determined the assets would not be recovered through use but rather through sale. 

Tax Consolidation Legislation 

Super Retail Group Limited and its wholly-owned Australian controlled entities have implemented the tax consolidation legislation as 
of 1 July 2003. 

The head entity, Super Retail Group Limited and the controlled entities in the tax consolidated group continue to account for their 
own current and deferred tax amounts.  These tax amounts are measured as if each entity in the tax consolidated group continues 
to be a stand alone taxpayer in its own right. 

Investment allowances 

Companies within the Group may be entitled to claim special tax deductions for investments in qualifying assets (investment 
allowances).  The Group accounts for such allowances as tax credits, which means that the allowance reduces income tax payable 
and current tax expense.  A deferred tax asset is recognised for unclaimed tax credits that are carried forward. 

(e) 

Foreign currency translation 

(i) 

Functional and presentation currency 

Items included in the financial statements of each of the Group’s entities are measured using the currency of the primary economic 
environment in which the entity operates (‘the functional currency’).  The consolidated financial statements are presented in 
Australian dollars, which is Super Retail Group Limited’s functional and presentation currency. 

(ii) 

Transactions and balances 

Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using the exchange rates prevailing at the dates of the 
transactions.  Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of such transactions and from the translation at 
year-end exchange rates of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognised in the income 
statement, except when deferred in equity as qualifying cash flow hedges and qualifying net investment hedges. 

Translation differences on non-monetary items such as equities held at fair value through profit or loss, are reported as part of the 
fair value gain or loss.  Translation differences on non-monetary items, such as equities classified as available-for-sale financial 
assets, are included in the fair value reserve in equity. 

(iii)  Group companies 

The results and financial position of all the Group entities (none of which has the currency of a hyperinflationary economy) that have 
a functional currency different from the presentation currency are translated into the presentation currency as follows: 

• 

• 

• 

assets and liabilities for each statement of financial position presented are translated at the closing rate at the date of that 
statement of financial position; 

income and expenses for each income statement are translated at average exchange rates (unless this is not a reasonable 
approximation of the cumulative effect of the rates prevailing on the transaction dates, in which case income and expenses 
are translated at the dates of the transactions); and  

all resulting exchange differences are recognised as a separate component of equity. 

(f) 

Revenue recognition 

Revenue  is  measured  at  the  fair  value  of  the  consideration  received  or  receivable.    Amounts  disclosed  as  revenue  are  net  of 
returns,  trade  allowances,  duties  and  taxes  paid.    The  Group  recognises  revenue  when  the  amount  of  revenue  can  be  reliably 
measured,  it  is  probable  that  future  economic  benefits  will  flow  to  the  entity  and  specific  criteria  have  been  met  for  each  of  the 
Group’s  activities  as  described  below.    The  Group  bases  its  estimates  on  historical  results,  taking  into  consideration  the  type  of 
customer, the type of transaction and the specifics of each arrangement. 

Revenue is recognised for the major business activities as follows: 

(i) 

Sale of goods – retail 

Revenue from the sale of goods is recognised when a Group entity sells a product to the customer pursuant to sales orders and 
when the associated risk and rewards have passed to the customer.  Retail sales are usually by credit card or in cash. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

(ii) 

Interest income 

Interest income is recognised using the effective interest method.  When a receivable is impaired, the Group reduces the carrying 
amount  to  its  recoverable  amount,  being  the  estimated  future  cash  flow  discounted  at  the  original  effective  interest  rate  of  the 
instrument.  Interest income on impaired loans is recognised using the original effective interest rate. 

(g) 

Trade receivables 

Trade receivables are recognised initially at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost, less provision for doubtful 
debts.  Trade receivables are due for settlement 30 days from the end of the month after sale.  Collectibility of trade receivables is 
reviewed on an ongoing basis.  Debts which are known to be uncollectible are written off.  A provision for doubtful receivables is 
established when there is objective evidence that the Group will not be able to collect all amounts due.  The amount of any 
impairment loss is included within “Administration” in the income statement. 

(h) 

Inventories 

Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and net realisable value.  Costs comprise direct purchase costs and an appropriate 
proportion of supply chain variable and fixed overhead expenditure.  Costs are assigned to individual items of stock on the basis of 
weighted average costs.  Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business less the estimated 
cost of completion and the estimated costs necessary to make the sale. 

(i)  Provisions 

Provisions for legal claims, service warranties and make good obligations are recognised when the Group has a present legal or 
constructive obligation as a result of past events, it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation 
and the amount has been reliably estimated. Provisions are not recognised for future operating losses. 

Where there are a number of similar obligations, the likelihood that an outflow will be required in settlement is determined by 
considering the class of obligations as a whole.  A provision is recognised even if the likelihood of an outflow with respect to any 
one item included in the same class of obligations may be small. 

Provisions are measured at the present value of management’s best estimate of the expenditure required to settle the present 
obligation at the statement of financial position date.  The discount rate used to determine the present value reflects current market 
assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the liability. The increase in the provision due to the passage of 
time is recognised as interest expense. 

(j) 

Financial assets 

Classification 
The Group classifies its financial assets in the following categories:  financial assets at fair value through profit or loss and loans 
and receivables.  The classification depends on the purpose for which the investments were acquired.  Management determines the 
classification of its investments at initial recognition and re-evaluates this designation at each reporting date. 

Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss 

(i) 
This category has two sub-categories:  financial assets held for trading, and those designated at fair value through profit or loss on 
initial recognition.  A financial asset is classified in this category if acquired principally for the purpose of selling in the short term or if 
so designated by management.  Derivatives are also categorised as held for trading unless they are designated as hedges.  Assets 
in this category are classified as current assets if they are either held for trading or are expected to be realised within 12 months of 
the statement of financial position date. 

Loans and receivables 

(ii) 
Loans and receivables are non derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active 
market.  They arise when the Group provides money, goods or services directly to a debtor with no intention of selling the 
receivable.  They are included in current assets, except for those with maturities greater than 12 months after the statement of 
financial position date which are classified as non-current assets.  Loans and receivables are included in receivables in the 
statement of financial position. 

Recognition and derecognition 

(iii) 
Regular purchases and sales of financial assets are recognised on trade date – the date on which the Group commits to purchase 
or sell the asset.  Investments are initially recognised at fair value plus transaction costs for all financial assets not carried at fair 
value through profit or loss.  Financial assets carried at fair value through profit or loss are initially recognised at fair value and 
transaction costs are expensed in the income statement.  Financial assets are derecognised when the rights to receive cash flows 
from the financial assets have expired or have been transferred and the Group has transferred substantially all the risks and 
rewards of ownership. 

Subsequent measurement 

(iv) 
Loans and receivables are carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method.   

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

Financial assets at fair value through profit and loss are subsequently carried at fair value.  Gains or losses arising from changes in 
the fair value of the ‘financial assets at fair value through profit or loss’ category are presented in the income statement within other 
income or “Administration” in the period in which they arise.   

(k) 

Derivatives 

Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value on the date a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently remeasured to 
their fair value.  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.  The Group designates certain derivatives as either; (1) hedges of the fair 
value of recognised assets or liabilities or a firm commitment (fair value hedge); or (2) hedges of highly probable forecast 
transactions (cash flow hedges). 

The Group documents at the inception of the transaction the relationship between hedging instruments and hedged items as well as 
its risk management objective and strategy for undertaking various hedge transactions.  The Group also documents its assessment, 
both at hedge inception and on an ongoing basis, of whether the derivatives that are used in hedging transactions have been and 
will continue to be highly effective in offsetting changes in cash flows of hedged items. 

Cash flow hedge 

(i) 
The effective portion of changes in the fair value of derivatives that are designated and qualify as cash flow hedges is recognised in 
equity in the hedging reserve.  The gain or loss relating to the ineffective portion is recognised immediately in the income statement. 

Amounts accumulated in equity are recycled in the income statement in the income periods when the hedged item will affect profit 
or loss (for instance when the forecast sale that is hedged takes place). However, when the forecast transaction that is hedged 
results in the recognition of a non-financial asset (for example, inventory) or a non-financial liability, the gains and losses previously 
deferred in equity are transferred from equity and included in the measurement of the initial cost  or carrying amount of the asset or 
liability. 

When a hedging instrument expires or is sold or terminated, or when a hedge no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, 
any cumulative gain or loss existing in equity at the 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. 

Net investment hedges 

(ii) 
Hedges of net investments in foreign operations are accounted for similarly to cash flow hedges. 

Any gain or loss on the hedging instrument relating to the effective portion of the hedge is recognised in equity.  The gain or loss 
relating to the ineffective portion is recognised immediately in the income statement within other income or other expenses. 

Gains and losses accumulated in equity are included in the income statement when the foreign operation is partially disposed of or 
sold. 

Derivatives that do not qualify for hedge accounting 

(iii) 
Certain derivative instruments do not qualify for hedge accounting.  Changes in the fair value of any derivative instrument that does 
not qualify for hedge accounting are recognised immediately in the income statement. 

(l) 

Fair value estimation 

The fair value of financial assets and financial liabilities must be estimated for recognition and measurement or for disclosure 
purposes. 

The fair value of financial instruments that are not traded in an active market (for example, over-the-counter derivatives) is 
determined using valuation techniques.  The fair value of interest rate swaps is calculated as the present value of the estimated 
future cash flows.  The fair value of forward exchange contracts is determined using forward exchange market rates at the 
statement of financial position date. 

The nominal value less estimated credit adjustments of trade receivables and payables are assumed to approximate their fair 
values.  The fair value of financial liabilities for disclosure purposes is estimated by discounting the future contractual cash flows at 
the current market interest rate that is available to the Group for similar financial instruments. 

(m)  Property, plant & equipment 

Each class of property, plant and equipment is carried at historical cost, less any accumulated depreciation or amortisation. 

Subsequent costs are included in the asset’s carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is 
probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Group and the cost of the item can be measured 
reliably.  All other repairs and maintenance are charged to the income statement during the financial period in which they are 
incurred. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

Depreciation and amortisation of property, plant and equipment 

Depreciation  and  amortisation  are  calculated  on  a  straight  line  basis  for  accounting  and  on  a  diminishing  value  basis  for  tax.  
Depreciation  and  amortisation  allocates  the  cost  of  an  item  of  property,  plant  and  equipment  net  of  residual  values  over  the 
expected useful life of each asset to the consolidated entity.  Estimates of remaining useful lives and residual values are reviewed 
and adjusted, if appropriate, at each statement of financial position date.  The depreciation rates used for each class of assets are: 

Plant and equipment 
Capitalised leased plant and equipment  
Motor vehicles 
Computer systems 

Depreciation rate 
10% - 37.5% 
10% – 37.5% 
25% 
25% – 37.5% 

An asset’s carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset’s carrying amount is greater than its 
estimated recoverable amount. 

Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with carrying amount.  These are included in the income 
statement.  When revalued assets are sold, it is Group policy to transfer the amounts included in other reserves in respect of those 
assets to retained earnings. 

(n) 

Business combinations 

The acquisition method of accounting is used to account for all business combinations, regardless of whether equity instruments or 
other assets are acquired.  The consideration transferred for the acquisition of a subsidiary comprises the fair value of the assets 
transferred, the liabilities incurred and the equity interests issued by the group.  The consideration transferred also includes the fair 
value of any contingent consideration arrangement and the fair value of any pre-existing equity interest in the subsidiary.  
Acquisition-related costs are expensed as incurred.  Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed in 
a business combination are, with limited exceptions, measured initially at their fair values as at the acquisition date.  On an 
acquisition-by-acquisition basis, the group recognises any non-controlling interest in the acquiree either at fair value or at the non-
controlling interest’s proportionate share of the acquiree’s net identifiable assets. 

The excess of the consideration transferred, the amount of any non-controlling interest in the acquiree and the acquisition-date fair 
value of any previous equity interest in the acquiree over the fair value of the group’s share of the net identifiable assets acquired is 
recorded as goodwill.  If those amounts are less than the fair value of the net identifiable assets of the subsidiary acquired and the 
measurement of all amounts has been reviewed, the difference is recognised directly in profit or loss as a bargain purchase. 

Where settlement of any part of cash consideration is deferred, the amounts payable in the future are discounted to their present 
value as at the date of exchange.  The discount rate used is the entity’s incremental borrowing rate, being the rate at which a similar 
borrowing could be obtained from an independent financier under comparable terms and conditions. 

Contingent consideration is classified either as equity or debt.  Contingent payments classified as debt are subsequently 
remeasured through profit or loss.  

Acquisition-related costs are expensed as incurred.   

(o) 

Impairment of assets 

Assets that have an indefinite useful life are not subject to amortisation and are tested annually for impairment.  Assets that are 
subject to amortisation are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount 
may not be recoverable.  An impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the asset’s carrying amount exceeds its 
recoverable amount.  The recoverable amount is the higher of an asset’s fair value less costs to sell and value in use.  For the 
purposes of goodwill, this is the cash generating unit level. 

(p) 

Leases 

Leases of property, plant and equipment where the Group has substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership are classified as 
finance leases.  Finance leases are capitalised at the lease’s inception at the lower of the fair value of the leased property and the 
present value of the minimum lease payments.  The corresponding rental obligations, net of finance charges, are included in other 
long term payables.  Each lease payment is allocated between the liability and finance charges so as to achieve a constant rate on 
the finance balance outstanding.  The interest element of the finance cost is charged to the income statement over the lease period 
so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability for each period.  The property, plant 
and equipment acquired under finance leases is depreciated over the shorter of the asset’s useful life and the lease term. 

Leases in which a significant portion of the risks and rewards of ownership are retained by the lessor are classified as operating 
leases.  Payments made under operating leases (net of any incentives received from the lessor) are charged to the income 
statement on a straight-line basis over the period of the lease term. 

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Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

(q) 

Intangible assets 

Goodwill 

(i) 
Goodwill represents the excess of the cost of an acquisition over the fair value of the Group’s share of the net identifiable assets of 
the acquired subsidiary or business at the date of the acquisition.  Goodwill on acquisitions of subsidiaries is included in intangible 
assets.  Goodwill and intangibles acquired in business combinations are not amortised.  Instead, they are tested for impairment 
annually, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicated that it might be impaired, and is carried at cost less 
accumulated impairment losses.  Gains and losses on the disposal of an entity include the carrying amount of goodwill relating to 
the entity sold. 

Goodwill is allocated to cash-generating units for the purpose of impairment testing.  The allocation is made to those cash-
generating units or groups of cash-generating units that are expected to benefit from the business combination in which the goodwill 
arose, identified according to operating segments. 

Trademarks and licences 

(ii) 
Trademarks and licences have an indefinite useful life and are carried at cost less impairment losses. 

Computer software 

(iii) 
Costs incurred in developing products or systems and costs incurred in acquiring software and licenses that will contribute to future 
period financial benefits through revenue generation and/or cost reduction are capitalised to software and systems.  Costs 
capitalised include external direct costs of materials and service and direct payroll and payroll related costs of employees’ time 
spent on the project.  Amortisation is calculated on a straight-line basis over periods generally ranging from 3 to 5 years. 

Brand names 

(iv) 
Brand names that are acquired as part of a business combination are recognised separately from goodwill.  These assets are 
carried at their fair value at the date of acquisition less impairment losses.  Brand names are valued using the relief from royalty 
method.  Amortisation is calculated based on the timing of projected cash flows of the assets over their estimated useful lives, which 
is 20 years or indefinite. 

Supplier Agreements 

(v) 
Supplier agreements are acquired as part of a business combination and are recognised separately from goodwill.  These assets 
are carried at their fair value at the date of acquisition less accumulated amortisation and impairment losses.  Supplier agreements 
have been valued using the multi-period excess earnings method.  Amortisation is calculated based on timing of projected cash 
flows of the assets over their estimated useful lives which is 20 years. 

(vi)  Other items of expenditure 
Significant items of expenditure, such as costs incurred in store set-ups, are expensed in the financial period in which these costs 
are incurred. 

(r) 

Trade and other payables 

Trade and other creditors are payables for goods and services provided to the consolidated entity prior to the end of the financial 
period and which are unpaid at that date.  The amounts are unsecured and are normally paid within sixty days of recognition.  Trade 
and other payables are presented as current liabilities unless payment is not due within 12 months from the reporting date. 

(s) 

Borrowings 

Borrowings are initially recognised at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred.  Borrowings are subsequently measured at 
amortised cost.  Any difference between the proceeds (net of transaction costs) and the redemption amount is recognised in the 
income statement over the period of the borrowings using the effective interest method. 

(t) 

Contributed equity 

Ordinary shares are classified as equity.   

Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or options are shown in equity as a deduction, net of tax, from the 
proceeds.  Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or options, or for the acquisition of a business, are 
included in the cost of the acquisition as part of the purchase consideration. 

(u) 

Dividends 

Provision is made for the amount of any dividend declared, being appropriately authorised and no longer at the discretion of the 
entity, on or before the end of the financial period but not distributed at balance date. 

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Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

(v) 

Employee benefits 

Wages and salaries, annual leave and sick leave 

(i) 
Liabilities for wages and salaries, including non-monetary benefits and annual leave expected to be settled within 12 months of the 
reporting date are recognised and are measured at the amounts expected to be paid when the liabilities are settled.  Liabilities for 
non-accumulating sick leave are recognised when the leave is taken and measured at the rates paid or payable. 

Long service leave 

(ii) 
The liability for long service leave is recognised in the provision for employee benefits and measured as the present value of 
expected future payments to be made in respect of services provided by employees up to the reporting date using the projected unit 
credit method.  Consideration is given to expected future wage and salary levels, experience of employee departures and periods of 
service.  Expected future payments are discounted using market yields at the reporting date on national government bonds with 
terms to maturity and currency that match, as closely as possible, the estimated future cash outflows. 

(iii)   Retirement benefit obligations 
Contributions are made by the economic entity to an employee superannuation fund and are charged as expenses when incurred. 

(iv)   Share-based payments 
Share-based compensation benefits are provided to certain employees via the Super Retail Group Executive Option Plan and 
Super Retail Group Performance Rights Plan. 

The fair value of options and performance rights granted under these plans are recognised as an employee benefit expense with a 
corresponding increase in equity.  The fair value is measured at grant date and recognised over the period during which the 
employees become unconditionally entitled to the options. 

For share options, the fair value at grant date is determined using a Binomial option pricing model that takes into account the 
exercise price, the term of the option, the vesting and performance criteria, the impact of dilution, the non-tradeable nature of the 
option, the share price at grant date and expected price volatility of the underlying share, the expected dividend yield and the risk-
free interest rate for the term of the option. 

The fair value of the options granted excludes the impact of any non-market vesting conditions (for example, profitability and sales 
growth targets).  Non-market vesting conditions are included in assumptions about the number of options that are expected to 
become exercisable.  At each statement of financial position date, the entity revises its estimate of the number of options that are 
expected to become exercisable.  The employee benefit expense recognised each period takes into account the most recent 
estimate. 

Performance rights are valued using the 3 month weighted average share price as at the grant date. 

Upon exercise of the options and performance rights, the balance of the share-based payments reserve relating to those options 
remains in the share based reserve. 

Profit-sharing and bonus plans 

(v) 
The Group recognises a liability and an expense for bonuses and profit-sharing based on a formula that takes into consideration the 
profit attributable to the company’s shareholders after certain adjustments.  The Group recognises a provision where contractually 
obliged or where there is a past practice that has created a constructive obligation. 

(w) 

Finance costs 

Finance costs are recognised in the period in which these are incurred and are expensed in the period to which the costs relate.  
Generally costs such as discounts and premiums incurred in raising borrowings are amortised on an effective yield basis over the 
period of the borrowing.  Finance costs include: 

-  interest on bank overdrafts and short-term and long-term borrowings; 
-  amortisation of discounts or premiums relating to borrowings; 
-  amortisation of ancillary costs incurred in connection with the arrangement of borrowings; and 
-  finance lease charges; 

(x) 

Cash and cash equivalents 

For the purposes of the cash flow statement, cash includes cash on hand, cash at bank and at call deposits with banks or financial 
institutions, other short term, highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less that are readily convertible to 
known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value, and bank overdrafts. 

(y) 

Goods and Services Tax 

Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of goods and services tax, except where the amount of goods 
and services tax incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Tax Office.  In these circumstances the goods and services tax is 

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Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of the item of expense. Receivables and payables in the 
consolidated statement of financial position are shown inclusive of goods and services tax. 

Cash flows are presented on a gross basis.  The GST components of cash flows arising from investing or financing activities which 
are recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority, are presented as operating cash flow. 

(z) 

Make good requirements in relation to leased premises.   

Make good costs arising from contractual obligations in lease agreements are recognised as provisions at the inception of the 
agreement.  A corresponding asset is taken up in property, plant and equipment at that time.  Expected future payments are 
discounted using appropriate market yields at reporting date.  

(aa)  Earnings per share 

Basic earnings per share 

(i) 
Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing:- 
• 
• 

the profit attributable to equity holders of the company, excluding any costs of servicing equity other than ordinary shares; 
by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the financial year, adjusted for bonus elements in 
ordinary shares issued during the year and excluding treasury shares (note 37). 

Diluted earnings per share 

(ii) 
Diluted earnings per share adjusts the figures used in the determination of basic earnings per share to take into account the after 
income tax effect of interest and other financing costs associated with dilutive potential ordinary shares and the weighted average 
number of shares assumed to have been issued for no consideration in relation to dilutive potential ordinary shares. 

(ab)  Rounding of amounts 

The economic entity is of a kind referred to in Class Order 98/0100, issued by the Australian Securities and Investments 
Commission, relating to the “rounding off” of amounts in the financial report.  Amounts in the financial report have been rounded off 
in accordance with that Class Order to the nearest thousand dollars. 

(ac)  Financial year 

As allowed under Section 323D(2) of the Corporations Act 2001, the Directors have determined the financial year to be a fixed 
period of 52 calendar or 53 calendar weeks.  For the period to 30 June 2012, the Group is reporting on the 52 week period that 
began 3 July 2011 and ended 30 June 2012.  For the period to 2 July 2011, the Group is reporting on the period commencing 4 July 
2010 and ended 2 July 2011. 

(ad)  New accounting standards and interpretations 

Certain new accounting standards and interpretations have been published that are not mandatory for the 30 June 2012 reporting 
period.  The Group’s assessment of the impact of these new standards and interpretations is set out below. 
AASB 9 Financial Instruments, AASB 2009‑11 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from AASB 9 and AASB 
2010-7 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from AASB 9 (December 2010) (effective from 1 January 2013) 

AASB 9 Financial Instruments addresses the classification, measurement and derecognition of financial assets and financial 
liabilities. The standard is not applicable until 1 January 2013 but is available for early adoption. When adopted, the standard will 
affect in particular the group’s accounting for its available-for-sale financial assets, since AASB 9 only permits the recognition of 
fair value gains and losses in other comprehensive income if they relate to equity investments that are not held for trading.  

There will be no impact on the Group’s accounting for financial liabilities, as the new requirements only affect the accounting for 
financial liabilities that are designated at fair value through profit or loss and the Group does not have any such liabilities. The 
derecognition rules have been transferred from AASB 139 Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement and have not 
been changed. The Group has not yet decided when to adopt AASB 9. 

AASB 10 Consolidated Financial Statements, AASB 11 Joint Arrangements, AASB 12 Disclosure of Interests in other Entities, 
revised AASB 127 Separate Financial Statements and AASB 128 Investments in Associates and Joint Ventures and AASB 2011-
7 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from the Consolidation and Joint Arrangements Standards (effective 1 
January 2013) 

AASB 10 replaces all of the guidance on control and consolidation in AASB 127 Consolidated and Separate Financial 
Statements, and Interpretation 12 Consolidation – Special Purpose Entities. The core principle that a consolidated entity presents 
a parent and its subsidiaries as if they are a single economic entity remains unchanged, as do the mechanics of consolidation.  
However, the standard introduces a single definition of control that applies to all entities. It focuses on the need to have both 
power and rights or exposure to variable returns. Power is the current ability to direct the activities that significantly influence 
returns. Returns must vary and can be positive, negative or both. Control exists when the investor can use its power to affect the 
amount of its returns. There is also new guidance on participating and protective rights and on agent/principal relationships. While 

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Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

the Group does not expect the new standard to have a significant impact on its composition, it has yet to perform a detailed 
analysis of the new guidance in the context of its various investees that may or may not be controlled under the new rules.  

AASB 12 sets out the required disclosures for entities reporting under the two new standards, AASB 10 and AASB 11, and 
replaces the disclosure requirements currently found in AASB 127 and AASB 128. Application of this standard by the Group will 
not affect any of the amounts recognised in the financial statements, but will impact the type of information disclosed in relation to 
the Group’s investments. 

The Group does not expect to adopt the new standards before their operative date. They would therefore be first applied in the 
financial statements for the annual reporting period ending 30 June 2014. 

 AASB 13 Fair Value Measurement and AASB 2011-8 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from AASB 13 
(effective 1 January 2013) 

AASB 13 explains how to measure fair value and aims to enhance fair value disclosures. The Group has yet to determine which, 
if any, of its current measurement techniques will have to change as a result of the new guidance. It is therefore not possible to 
state the impact, if any, of the new rules on any of the amounts recognised in the financial statements. However, application of 
the new standard will impact the type of information disclosed in the notes to the financial statements. The Group does not intend 
to adopt the new standard before its operative date, which means that it would be first applied in the annual reporting period 
ending 30 June 2014. 

AASB 2012-5 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standard arising from Annual Improvements 2009-2011 cycle (effective for 
annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2013).  The Group does not expect that any adjustments will be necessary as the 
result of applying the revised rules.  

AASB 2012-3 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standard - Offsetting Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities and AASB 
2012-2 Disclosures -Offsetting Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities (effective 1 January 2014 and 1 January 2013 
respectively)  

The AASB approved amendments to the application guidance in AASB 132 Financial Instruments: Presentation,  to clarify some 
of the requirements for offsetting financial assets and financial liabilities in the balance sheet. These amendments are effective 
from 1 January 2014. They are unlikely to affect the accounting for any of the entity's current offsetting arrangements. However, 
the AASB has also introduced more extensive disclosure requirements into AASB 7 which will apply from 1 January 2013. When 
they become applicable, the Group will have to provide a number of additional disclosures in relation to its offsetting 
arrangements. The Group intends to apply the new rules for the first time in the financial year commencing 1 July 2013.  

There are no other standards that are not yet effective and that are expected to have a material impact on the entity in the current 
or future reporting periods and on foreseeable future transactions 

(ae)  Parent entity financial information 

The financial information for the parent entity, Super Retail Group Limited, disclosed in note 40 has been prepared on the same 
basis as the consolidated financial statements, except as set out below. 

Investments in subsidiaries  

(i) 
Investments in subsidiaries are accounted for at cost in the financial statements of Super Retail Group Limited.  

(ii)  Tax consolidation legislation 
Super Retail Group Limited and its wholly-owned Australian controlled entities have implemented the tax consolidation legislation. 

The head entity, Super Retail Group Limited, and the controlled entities in the tax consolidated group account for their own current 
and deferred tax amounts.  These tax amounts are measured as if each entity in the tax consolidated group continues to be a stand 
alone taxpayer in its own right. 

In addition to its own current and deferred tax amounts, Super Retail Group Limited also recognises the current tax liabilities (or 
assets) and the deferred tax assets arising from unused tax losses and unused tax credits assumed from controlled entities in the 
tax consolidated group. 

The entities have also entered into a tax funding agreement under which the wholly-owned entities fully compensate Super Retail 
Group Limited for any current tax payable assumed and are compensated by Super Retail Group Limited for any current tax 
receivable and deferred tax assets relating to unused tax losses or unused tax credits that are transferred to Super Retail Group 
Limited under the tax consolidation legislation.  The funding amounts are determined by reference to the amounts recognised in the 
wholly-owned entities’ financial statements. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

The amounts receivable/payable under the tax funding agreement are due upon receipt of the funding advice from the head entity, 
which is issued as soon as practicable after the end of each financial year.  The head entity may also require payment of interim 
funding amounts to assist with its obligations to pay tax instalments. 

Assets or liabilities arising under tax funding agreements with the tax consolidated entities are recognised as current amounts 
receivable from or payable to other entities in the group. 

Any difference between the amounts assumed and amounts receivable or payable under the tax funding agreement are recognised 
as a contribution to (or distribution from) wholly-owned tax consolidated entities. 

(iii)  Financial guarantees 
Where the parent entity has provided financial guarantees in relation to loans and payables of subsidiaries for no compensation, the 
fair values of these guarantees are accounted for as contributions and recognised as part of the cost of the investment. 

2 

Financial risk management 

The Group's activities expose it to a variety of financial risks; market risk (including currency risk, fair value interest rate risk and 
price risk), credit risk, liquidity risk and cash flow interest rate risk.  The Group's overall risk management program focuses on 
the unpredictability of financial markets and seeks to minimise potential adverse effects on the financial performance of the 
Group.  The Group uses derivative financial instruments such as foreign exchange contracts and interest rate swaps to hedge 
certain risk exposures. 

Risk management is carried out by a central treasury department (Group Treasury) under policies approved by the Board of 
Directors.  Group Treasury identifies, evaluates and hedges financial risks in close co-operation with the Group’s operating 
units.  The Board has approved written policies covering specific areas, such as mitigating foreign exchange, interest rate and 
credit risks, use of derivative financial instruments and investing excess liquidity. 

(a)  Market risk 

Foreign exchange risk 

(i) 
The Group operates internationally and is exposed to foreign exchange risk arising from currency exposures to the United 
States dollar and New Zealand dollar. 

Foreign exchange risk arises when future commercial transactions and recognised assets and liabilities are denominated in a 
currency that is not the entity’s functional currency. 

The Group’s risk management policy is to hedge between 40% and 75% of anticipated US dollar purchases for the subsequent 
4 months and up to 40% of anticipated US dollar purchases for the subsequent 5 to 12 month period.   

Forward contracts and currency options are used to manage foreign exchange risk.  The Group’s exposure to foreign currency 
risk at the end of the reporting period is: 

Trade receivables 
Trade payables 
Forward exchange contracts 
- buy foreign currency (cash flow hedges) 

Group sensitivity 

30 June 2012 
USD 
$'000 

2 July 2011 
USD 
$'000 

917 
10,670 

60,000 

779 
9,763 

64,000 

Based on the financial instruments held at 30 June 2012, had the Australian dollar weakened/strengthened by 10% against other 
currencies with all other variables held constant, the impact on the Group’s post-tax profit would have been nil, on the basis that the 
financial instruments would have been designated as cash flow hedges and the impact upon the foreign exchange movements of 
other financial assets and liabilities is negligible. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

2 

Financial risk management (continued) 

Equity would have been $5,858,000 lower/$7,160,000 higher (2011: $2,951,000 lower/$3,606,000 higher) had the Australian dollar 
weakened/strengthened by 10% against other currencies, arising mainly from forward foreign exchange contracts designated as 
cash flow hedges.  The impact on other Group assets and liabilities as a result of movements in exchange rates are not material. 

A sensitivity of 10% was selected following review of historic trends. 

(ii)  Cash flow and fair value interest rate risk 

Group sensitivity 

The Group’s main interest rate risk arises from long-term borrowings.  Borrowings issued at variable rates expose the Group to 
cash flow interest rate risk.  Borrowings issued at fixed rates expose the Group to fair value interest rate risk.  During 2012 and 
2011, the Group’s borrowings were at variable rates and were denominated in Australian dollars. 

As at the reporting date, the Group had the following variable rate borrowings and interest rate swap contracts outstanding: 

Bank overdrafts and bank loans 
Interest rate swaps 

An analysis by maturities is provided in (c) below. 

30 June 2012 
Balance 
$'000 

2 July 2011 
Balance 
$'000 

390,000 
140,000 

100,000 
40,000 

The Group risk management policy is to maintain fixed interest rate hedges of approximately 40% of anticipated debt levels over a 3 
year period.  The Group utilises interest rate swaps to hedge its interest rate exposure on borrowings. 

At 30 June 2012, if interest rates had changed by +/- 100 basis points from the year-end rates with all other variables held constant, 
post-tax profit and equity for the year would have been $1,750,000 lower/higher (2011: $560,000 lower/higher), mainly as a result of 
higher/lower interest expense on bank loans. 

(b) 

Credit risk 

The Group has no significant concentrations of credit risk.  The Group has policies in place to ensure that sales of products and 
services are made to customers with an appropriate credit history.  Derivative counterparties and cash transactions are limited 
to high credit quality financial institutions.   

(c) 

Liquidity risk 

Prudent liquidity risk management implies maintaining sufficient cash and marketable securities, the availability of funding 
through an adequate amount of committed credit facilities and the ability to close-out market positions.  Due to the dynamic 
nature of the underlying businesses, the Group aims at maintaining flexibility in funding by keeping committed credit lines 
available. 

Financing arrangements 

The Group entity had access to the following undrawn borrowing facilities at the reporting date.  These funds can be drawn in 
Australian dollars at any time subject to the continuing compliance with specified bank covenants. 

Floating rate 
- Cash advances 

2012 
$'000 

110,000 

Consolidated 

2011 
$'000 

90,000 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

2 

Financial risk management (continued) 

Maturities of financial liabilities 

The tables below analyse the Group’s financial liabilities and gross settled derivative financial instruments into relevant maturity 
groupings based on the remaining period at the reporting date to the contractual maturity date.  The amounts disclosed in the table 
are the contractual undiscounted cash flows.  For interest rate swaps the cash flows have been calculated using spot rates 
applicable at the reporting date. 

Group – at 30 June 
2012  

Less than 6 
months 
$’000 

6-12 months 
$’000 

Between 1 
and 2 years 
$’000 

Between 2 
and 5 years 
$’000 

Over 5 
years  
$’000 

Non-derivatives 
Trade & other 
payables 
Borrowings (excluding 
finance leases) 
Finance lease 
liabilities 
Total non-derivatives 

Derivatives 
Net settled (IRS) 
Gross settled 
- (inflow) 
- outflow 
Total derivatives 

Group – at 2 July 
2011 

Non-derivatives 
Trade & other 
payables 
Borrowings (excluding 
finance leases) 
Finance lease 
liabilities 
Total non-derivatives 

Derivatives 
Net settled (IRS) 
Gross settled 
- (inflow) 
- outflow 
Total derivatives 

197,888 

0 

0 

12,488 

12,488 

414,976 

7 
210,383 

1 
12,489 

0 
414,976 

(759) 

(759) 

(1,239) 

(39,374) 
39,389 
(744) 

(19,687) 
20,005 
(441) 

0 
0 
(1,239) 

0 

0 

0 
0 

0 

0 
0 
0 

Less than 6 
months 
$’000 

6-12 months 
$’000 

Between 1 
and 2 years 
$’000 

Between 2 
and 5 years 
$’000 

Over 5 
years 
$’000 

122,373 

0 

0 

3,413 

3,413 

106,825 

16 
125,802 

16 
3,429 

8 
106,833 

(78) 

(61) 

(44,298) 
48,001 
3,625 

(15,388) 
16,340 
891 

34 

0 
0 
34 

0 

0 

0 
0 

0 

0 
0 
0 

Total 
contractual 
cash flows 
$’000 

Carrying 
amount 
(assets) / 
liabilities 
$’000 

197,888 

197,888 

439,952 

390,000 

8 
637,848 

8 
587,896 

(2,757) 

(282) 

(59,061) 
59,394 
(2,424) 

0 
310 
28 

Total 
contractual 
cash flows 
$’000 

Carrying 
amount 
(assets) / 
liabilities 
$’000 

122,373 

122,373 

113,651 

100,000 

40 
236,064 

40 
222,413 

(105) 

(59,686) 
64,341 
4,550 

(142) 

0 
0 
(142) 

0 

0 

0 
0 

0 

0 
0 
0 

0 

0 

0 
0 

0 

0 
0 
0 

(d)  Fair value measurements 

The fair value of financial assets and financial liabilities must be estimated for recognition and measurement or for disclosure 
purposes. 

The fair value of forward exchange contracts is determined using forward exchange market rates at the statement of financial 
position date. 

The carrying value less impairment provision of trade receivables and payables are assumed to approximate their fair values due to 
their short-term nature.  The fair value of financial liabilities for disclosure purposes is estimated by discounting the future 
contractual cash flows at the current market interest rate that is available to the Group for similar financial instruments. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

2 

Financial risk management (continued) 

The following tables present the Group’s entity’s assets and liabilities measured and recognised at fair value at 30 June 2012.   

Group – at 30 June 2012  

Assets 
Derivatives used for hedging 
Total assets 

Liabilities 
Derivatives used for hedging 
Total liabilities 

Group – at 2 July 2011 

Assets 
Derivatives used for hedging 
Total assets 

Liabilities 
Derivatives used for hedging 
Total liabilities 

Level 1 
$'000 

Level 2 
$'000 

Level 3 
$'000 

0 
0 

0 
0 

418 
418 

(3,877) 
(3,877) 

0 
0 

0 
0 

Level 1 
$'000 

Level 2 
$'000 

Level 3 
$'000 

0 
0 

0 
0 

142 
142 

(4,115) 
(4,115) 

0 
0 

0 
0 

Total 
$'000 

418 
418 

(3,877) 
(3,877) 

Total 
$'000 

142 
142 

(4,115) 
(4,115) 

The fair value of financial instruments traded in active markets such as publicly traded derivatives and trading and available-for-sale 
securities is based on quoted market prices at the end of the reporting period.  The quoted market price used for financial assets 
held by the Group is the current bid price.  These instruments are included in level 1. 

The fair value of financial instruments that are not traded in an active market (for example, over the counter derivatives) is 
determined using valuation techniques.  The Group uses a variety of methods and makes assumptions that are based on market 
conditions existing at the end of each reporting period.  Quoted market prices or dealer quotes for similar instruments are used to 
estimate fair value for long term debt for disclosure purposes.  Other techniques, such as estimated discounted cash flows are used 
to determine fair value for the remaining financial instruments.  The fair value of interest rate swaps is calculated as present value of 
the estimated future cash flows.  The fair value of forward exchange contracts is determined using forward exchange market rates 
at the end of the reporting period.  These instruments are included in level 2 and comprise debt investments and derivative financial 
instruments.  In the circumstances where a valuation technique for these instruments is based on significant observable inputs, 
such instruments are included in level 3. 

The carrying amounts of trade receivables and payables are assumed to approximate their fair values due to their short-term 
nature.  The fair value of financial liabilities for disclosure purposes is estimated by discounting the future contractual cash flows at 
the current market interest rate that is available to the Group for similar financial instruments.  The fair value of the current 
borrowings approximates the carrying amount, as the impact of discount is not significant. 

(e) 

Cash flow and fair value interest rate risk 

As the Group has no significant interest-bearing assets, the Group’s income and operating cash flows are not materially 
exposed to changes in market interest rates. 

The Group's interest-rate risk arises from long-term borrowings.  Borrowings issued at variable 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 Group manages its cash flow interest-rate risk by using floating-to-fixed interest rate swaps.  Such interest rate swaps have 
the economic effect of converting borrowings from floating rates to fixed rates.  Generally, the Group raises long-term 
borrowings at floating rates and swaps them into fixed rates that are lower than those available if the Group borrowed at fixed 
rates directly.  Under the interest-rate swaps, the Group agrees with other parties to exchange, at specified intervals (mainly 
quarterly), the difference between fixed contract rates and floating-rate interest amounts calculated by reference to the agreed 
notional principal amounts. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

2 

Financial risk management (continued) 

Carrying  amounts  and  fair  values  of  financial  assets  and 
financial liabilities at statement of financial position date: 
Financial assets 
Cash and deposits 
Receivables 
Forward exchange contracts * 
Interest rate swaps * 
Non-traded financial assets 
Financial liabilities 
Trade and other payables 
Commercial bill and other financing 
Forward exchange contracts * 
Interest rate swaps * 
Non-traded financial liabilities 

Consolidated entity 

Carrying amount 

Fair  value 

2012 
$’000 

2011 
$’000 

2012 
$’000 

2011 
$’000 

47,043 
28,114 
418 
0 
75,575 

(203,211) 
(388,017) 
(107) 
(3,769) 
(595,104) 

25,697 
22,018 
0 
142 
47,857 

47,043 
28,114 
418 
0 
75,575 

25,697 
22,018 
0 
142 
47,857 

(129,271)
(99,175)
(4,115)
0 
(232,561)

(203,211)
(388,017)
(107)
(3,769)
(595,104)

(129,271) 
(99,175) 
(4,115) 
0 
(232,561) 

*These amounts are unrealised gains and losses which have been included in the carrying amount and fair value in the 
statement of financial position as financial assets and liabilities. 
With the exception of the forward exchange contracts and interest rate swaps, none of the financial assets and liabilities 
are readily traded on organised markets in the standardised form. 
Where assets are carried at amounts above the fair value these amounts have not been written down as it is intended to 
hold these assets to maturity. 
Fair value is exclusive of costs that would be incurred on realisation of an asset and inclusive of costs that would be 
incurred on settlement of a liability. 

Credit risk 

The maximum exposure to credit risk, excluding the value of any collateral or other security, at balance date to recognised financial 
assets is the carrying amount, net of any provisions for doubtful debts of those assets, as disclosed in the statement of financial 
position, and notes to the financial statements. 

Credit risk for derivative financial instruments arises from the potential failure by counterparties to the contract to meet their 
obligations.  The credit risk exposure to forward exchange contracts and interest rate swaps is the fair value of these contracts. 

3 

Critical accounting estimates and judgements 

Estimates and judgements are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors, including 
expectations of future events that may have a financial impact on the entity and that are believed to be reasonable under the 
circumstances. 

Critical accounting estimates and assumptions 

(a) 
The Group makes estimates and assumptions concerning the future.  The resulting accounting estimates will, by definition, 
seldom equal the related actual results.  The estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of causing a material 
adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year are discussed below. 

Estimated impairment of goodwill 

(i) 
The Group tests annually whether goodwill has suffered any impairment, in accordance with the accounting policy stated in note 
1(o).  The recoverable amounts of cash-generating units have been determined based on value-in-use calculations.  These 
calculations require the use of assumptions.  Refer to note 14 for details of these assumptions. 

Estimated value of intangible assets relating to acquisitions 

(ii) 
The Group has allocated portions of the cost of acquisition to various intangible assets, such as brand names and supply 
agreements.  Brand names have been valued using the relief from royalty method.  Supplier agreements have been valued 
using the multi-period excess earnings method.  The calculations require the use of assumptions.  In addition, the value of 
liability of put options granted as part of acquisitions has been estimated. 

Estimated value of make good provision 

(iii) 
The Group has estimated the present value of the estimated expenditure required to remove any leasehold improvements and 
return leasehold premises to their original state, in addition to the likelihood of this occurring.  These costs have been capitalised 
as part of the cost of the leasehold improvements.  This provision was re-assessed during the year which resulted in a $2m 
release. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

4 

Segment information 

(a) 

Description of segments 

Following the acquisition of the Rebel Group, the Board has determined the operating segments based on the reports reviewed by 
the Divisional Managing Directors that are used to make strategic decisions. 

This results in the following business segments: 

Auto & Cycle Retailing:  Retail and distribution of motor vehicle spare parts and bicycle accessories, tools and equipment. 
Leisure Retailing:  Retail and distribution of boating, camping, fishing, outdoor equipment and apparel. 
Sports Retailing:  Retail and distribution of sporting equipment and apparel (as a result of the Rebel Group acquisition). 

(b) 

Segment information provided to the Divisional Managing Directors 

The segment information provided to the Divisional Managing Directors for the reportable segments for the year ended 30 June 
2012 is as follows: 

Auto & Cycle 
Retailing  
$’000 

Leisure 
Retailing 
$’000 

Sports 
Retailing 
$’000 

Total 
continuing 
operations 
$’000 

Inter-segment 
eliminations/ 
unallocated 
$’000 

Consolidated 
$’000 

2012 

Segment Revenue 

Sales to external customers 

757,949 

456,271 

441,909 

1,656,129 

119 

1,656,248 

Inter segment sales 
Total sales revenue 
Other revenue/income 

(2,139) 
755,810 
51 

0 
456,271 
22 

0 
441,909 
703 

(2,139) 
1,653,990 
776 

0 
119 
1,505 

(2,139)
1,654,109 
2,281 

Total revenue and other 
income 

Segment result (pre-borrowing 
costs and impairment) 

Finance costs 
Impairment of goodwill 
Profit before income tax 
Income tax expense 
Profit for the period 

Segment Assets & Liabilities 

755,861 

456,293 

442,612 

1,654,766 

1,624 

1,656,390 

72,186 

32,832 

54,477 

159,495 

(17,318) 

142,177 

(77) 

(21,995)
(77)
120,105 
(36,584)
83,521 

Segment assets 

428,062 

234,346 

186,966 

849,374 

536,133 

1,385,507 

Unallocated assets 
Total assets 

0 

0 
1,385,507 

Segment liabilities 

(277,899) 

(178,161) 

(148,539) 

(605,599) 

16,706 

(588,893)

Unallocated liabilities 
Total liabilities 

Acquisitions of property, plant 
and equipment and other non-
current segment assets 

Depreciation and amortisation 
expense 

(107,751) 

(107,751)
(696,644)

17,755 

15,097 

656,238 

689,090 

21,815 

710,905 

17,628 

9,188 

8,395 

35,211 

193 

35,404 

Goodwill impairment 
Other non-cash expenses 

77 

77 
1,873 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

The segment information provided to the Divisional Managing Directors for the reportable segments for the year ended 2 July 
2011 is as follows: 

Auto & Cycle 
Retailing  
$’000 

Leisure 
Retailing 
$’000 

Sports 
Retailing 
$’000 

Total 
continuing 
operations 
$’000 

Inter-segment 
eliminations/ 
unallocated 
$’000 

Consolidated 
$’000 

2011 

Segment Revenue 

Sales to external customers 

713,332 

384,368

Inter segment sales 
Total sales revenue 
Other revenue/income 

(5,099) 
708,233 
1,772 

(280)
384,088
391

Total revenue and other 
income 

Segment result (pre-borrowing 
costs and impairment) 

710,005 

384,479

63,611 

32,042

0 

0 
0 
0 

0 

0 

1,097,700 

(5,379) 
1,092,321 
2,163 

0 

0 
0 
273 

1,097,700 

(5,379) 
1,092,321 
2,436 

1,094,484 

273 

1,094,757 

95,653 

(7,028) 

88,625 

Finance costs 
Impairment of goodwill 
Profit before income tax 
Income tax expense 
Profit for the period 

Segment Assets & Liabilities 

(10,973) 
0 
77,652 
(22,053) 
55,599 

Segment assets 

366,253 

171,597

0 

537,850 

34,198 

572,048 

Unallocated assets 
Total assets 

0 

0 
572,048 

Segment liabilities 

(206,162) 

(115,187)

0 

(321,349) 

160,587 

(160,762) 

Unallocated liabilities 
Total liabilities 

Acquisitions of property, plant 
and equipment and other non-
current segment assets 

Depreciation and amortisation 
expense 

Goodwill impairment 
Other non-cash expenses 

(c)  Other information 

(107,606) 

(107,606) 
(268,368) 

13,673 

13,067

(15,797) 

(6,860)

0 

0 

26,740 

11,889 

38,629 

(22,657) 

(145) 

(22,802) 

0 
1,222 

The consolidated entity’s divisions are operated in two main geographical areas. 

Australia 
The home country of the parent entity.  The three areas of operation are (i) automotive, bicycles and accessories (ii) boating, 
camping, outdoor entertainment and fishing (iii) sporting equipment and apparel.  

New Zealand 
Supercheap Auto and FCO operate in New Zealand.

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

5 

Revenue 

From continuing operations 
Sales revenue 
Sale of goods 

Other revenue 
Interest 

6 

Other Income 

Other income 

7 

Expenses 

Profit before income tax includes the following specific gains and 
expenses: 

Expenses 

Net loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment 

Depreciation 

Plant and equipment 
Motor vehicles 
Computer systems 
Total depreciation 

Amortisation and Impairment 

Computer software 
Brand name 
Goodwill 
Supplier agreement 

Finance costs 

Interest and finance charges 
Accretion of put option 

Finance costs expensed 

Employee benefits expense 
Superannuation expense 
Salaries and wages 

Rental expense relating to operating leases 

Lease expenses 
Equipment hire 

Total rental expense relating to operating leases 

Foreign exchange gains and losses 
Net foreign exchange gains 

2012 
$'000 

1,654,109 

1,654,109 

1,365 

1,365 

Consolidated 

2011 
$'000 

1,092,321 

1,092,321 

1,077 

1,077 

1,655,474 

1,093,398 

2012 
$'000 

916 
916 

2012 
$'000 

786 

23,409 
244 
6,844 
30,497 

4,685 
125 
77 
20 
4,907 

22,335 
(340) 
21,995 

19,038 
270,519 
289,557 

137,408 
8,146 
145,554 

Consolidated 

Consolidated 

2011 
$'000 

1,359 
1,359 

2011 
$'000 

294 

13,864 
30 
5,306 
19,200 

3,457 
125 
0 
20 
3,602 

10,859 
114 
10,973 

12,273 
192,436 
204,709 

90,879 
4,907 
95,786 

250 

1,419 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

8 

Income tax expense 

Income tax expense 

(a) 
Current tax 
Deferred tax 
Adjustments for current tax of prior period 

Deferred income tax (revenue) expense included in income tax expense 
comprises: 
Decrease (increase) in deferred tax assets (note 13) 
(Decrease) increase in deferred tax liabilities (note 22) 

(b) 

Numerical reconciliation of income tax expense to prima facie tax 
payable 

Profit from continuing operations before income tax expense 

Tax at the Australian tax rate of 30% (2011 - 30%) 
Tax effect of amounts which are not deductible (taxable) in calculating taxable 
income: 

Tax consolidation adjustments re NZ branch 
Business acquisition costs 
Goodwill impairment 
R & D credits 
Sundry items 

Difference in overseas tax rates 
Adjustments for current tax of prior periods 
Income tax expense 

Amounts recognised directly in equity 
Aggregate current and deferred tax arising in the reporting period and not 
recognised in net profit or loss but directly debited or credited to equity 

Net deferred tax – debited/(credited) directly to equity (notes 13 and 22) 

Tax expense (income) relating to items of other comprehensive income 
Cash flow hedges 

(c)  Tax consolidation legislation 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

35,089 
1,505 
(10) 
36,584 

(396) 
1,901 
1,505 

120,105 

36,032 

(382) 
3,371 
23 
(2,672) 
51 
36,423 

171 
(10) 
36,584 

(1,328) 
(1,328) 

154 
154 

2011 
$'000 

23,975 
(1,807) 
(115) 
22,053 

(1,771) 
(36) 
(1,807) 

77,652 

23,296 

(44) 
0 
0 
(1,207) 
123 
22,168 

0 
(115) 
22,053 

(1,228) 
(1,228) 

(1,463) 
(1,463) 

Super Retail Group Limited and its wholly-owned Australian controlled entities have implemented the tax consolidation legislation as 
of 1 July 2003.  The accounting policy in relation to this legislation is set out in note 1(d). 

On adoption of the tax consolidation legislation, the entities in the tax consolidated group entered into a tax sharing agreement 
which, in the opinion of the directors, limits the joint and several liability of the wholly-owned entities in the case of a default by the 
head entity, Super Retail Group Limited. 

The entities have also entered into a tax funding agreement under which the wholly-owned entities fully compensate Super Retail 
Group Limited for any current tax payable assumed and are compensated by Super Retail Group Limited for any current tax 
receivable and deferred tax assets relating to unused tax losses or unused tax credits that are transferred to Super Retail Group 
Limited under the tax consolidation legislation.  The funding amounts are determined by reference to the amounts recognised in the 
wholly-owned entities’ financial statements. 

The amounts receivable/payable under the tax funding agreement are due upon receipt of the funding advice from the head entity, 
which is issued as soon as practicable after the end of each financial year. The head entity may also require payment of interim 
funding amounts to assist with its obligations to pay tax instalments.   

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

9 

Current assets - Cash and cash equivalents 

Cash at bank and in hand 

10 

Current assets - Trade and other receivables 

Trade receivables 
Provision for impairment of receivables (a) 

Other receivables 
Tax receivable 
Prepayments 

(a)  

Impaired trade receivables 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

2011 
$'000 

47,043 

25,697 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

18,051 
(219) 
17,832 

4,219 
703 
5,778 
28,532 

2011 
$'000 

13,176 
(268) 
12,908 

3,777 
1,818 
3,657 
22,160 

As at 30 June 2012 current trade receivables of the Group with a nominal value of $219,000 (2011: $268,000) were impaired 
and provided for.  The individually impaired receivables mainly relate to wholesalers who the Group no longer trade with.   

Movements in the provision for impairment of receivables are as follows: 

As at 30 June 2012  
Provision for impairment recognised during the year 
Receivables written off during the year as uncollectible  

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

(268) 
(14) 
63 
(219) 

2011 
$'000 

(210) 
(236) 
178 
(268) 

The creation and release of the provision for impaired receivables has been included in “Administration” in the income statement.  
Amounts charged to the allowance account are generally written off when there is no expectation of recovering additional cash. 

(b)  Past due but not impaired 

As of 30 June 2012, trade receivables of $4,009,000 (2011: $3,586,000) were past due but not impaired.  These relate to a number 
of independent customers for whom there is no recent history of default.  The ageing analysis of these trade receivables is as 
follows: 

0 to 3 months 
3 to 6 months 
Over 6 months 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

3,230 
297 
482 
4,009 

2011 
$'000 

2,435 
668 
483 
3,586 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

11 

Current assets – Inventories 

Finished goods 
- at lower of cost or net realisable value 

(a) 

Inventory expense 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

2011 
$'000 

416,719 

292,874 

Inventories recognised as expense during the year ended 30 June 2012 amounted to $897,904,000 (2011: $583,164,000). 

Write-downs of inventories to net realisable value recognised as an expense/(benefit) during the year ended 30 June 2012 
amounted to ($735,000) (2011: ($1,388,000)).  The benefit has been included in ‘costs of sales of goods’ in the income 
statement. 

12 

Non-current assets – Property, plant and equipment 

Plant and equipment, at cost 
Less accumulated depreciation 
Net plant and equipment 

Motor vehicles, at cost 
Less accumulated depreciation 
Net motor vehicles 

Computer systems, at cost 
Less accumulated depreciation 
Net computer equipment 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

237,903 
(85,354) 
152,549 

1,588 
(367) 
1,221 

52,426 
(35,333) 
17,093 

2011 
$'000 

160,141 
(63,964) 
96,177 

266 
(240) 
26 

45,805 
(32,731) 
13,074 

Total net property, plant and equipment 

170,863 

109,277 

Assets pledged as security are detailed in Note 20 

Reconciliations - consolidated entity 
Carrying amounts at 3 July 2011 
Additions 
Business acquisitions 
Disposals 
Depreciation and amortisation 
Foreign currency exchange differences 
Carrying amounts at 30 June 2012  

Reconciliations - consolidated entity 
Carrying amounts at 4 July 2010 
Additions 
Business acquisitions 
Disposals 
Depreciation and amortisation 
Foreign currency exchange differences 
Carrying amounts at 2 July 2011 

Plant and 
equipment 
$’000 

Motor 
vehicles 
$’000 

Computer 
systems 
$’000 

26 
62 
1,499 
(122) 
(244) 
0 
1,221 

661 
0 
(413) 
(197) 
(30) 
5 
26 

13,074 
6,902 
4,011 
(66) 
(6,844) 
16 
17,093 

14,683 
4,522 
(668) 
(157) 
(5,306) 
0 
13,074 

96,177 
48,928 
33,485 
(2,736) 
(23,409) 
104 
152,549 

89,965 
23,084 
185 
(3,390) 
(13,864) 
197 
96,177 

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Total 
$’000 

109,277 
55,892 
38,995 
(2,924) 
(30,497) 
120 
170,863 

105,309 
27,606 
(896) 
(3,744) 
(19,200) 
202 
109,277 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

13 

Non-current assets - Deferred tax assets 

The balance comprises temporary differences attributable to: 

Amounts recognised in profit or loss 
Doubtful debts 
Prepayments 
Employee benefits 
Accruals 
Inventories 
Deferred make good provision 
Straight line lease adjustment 
Deferred income 
Depreciation 
Provision for warranties and legal costs 
Tax losses 

Amounts recognised directly in equity 
Cash flow hedges 
Foreign exchange revaluation reserve 
Share placement costs 

Set off with deferred tax liabilities (note 22) 
Net deferred tax assets 

Movements: 

Opening balance  
Credited/(charged) to the income statement  
Credited/(charged) to equity 
Acquired in acquisition 
Closing balance 

Deferred tax assets to be recovered after more than 12 months 
Deferred tax assets to be recovered within 12 months 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

2011 
$'000 

66 
275 
8,765 
1,206 
1,858 
1,584 
5,024 
86 
5,782 
0 
844 
25,490 

1,131 
32 
1,836 
28,489 

(28,489) 
0 

17,473 
396 
1,410 
9,210 
28,489 

23,835 
4,654 
28,489 

85 
0 
5,779 
312 
2,137 
257 
4,662 
127 
2,512 
13 
0 
15,884 

1,235 
0 
354 
17,473 

(6,684) 
10,789 

14,559 
1,771 
1,000 
143 
17,473 

14,543 
2,930 
17,473 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

14  Non-current assets – Intangible assets 

Consolidated 

Goodwill at cost 
Less accumulated impairment charge 
Net goodwill 

Trademarks, at cost 
Less accumulated depreciation 
Net trademarks 

Computer software 
Less accumulated amortisation 
Net computer software 

Brand names at cost 
Less amortisation 
Net brand names 

Supplier agreement 
Less amortisation 
Net supplier agreement 

Total net intangibles 

2012 
$’000 

440,264 
(2,077) 
438,187 

14 
0 
14 

41,808 
(24,979) 
16,829 

267,500 
(500) 
267,000 

400 
(80) 
320 

2011 
$’000 

78,452 
(2,000) 
76,452 

14 
0 
14 

32,614 
(20,294) 
12,320 

22,500 
(375) 
22,125 

400 
(60) 
340 

Goodwill 
$’000 

Trademarks 
$’000 

Computer 
Software 
$’000 

Brand 
Name 
$’000 

Supplier 
Agreement 
$’000 

Totals 
$’000 

722,350 

111,251 

Reconciliations – consolidated 
entity – 2012 
Carrying amounts at 3 July 2011 
Additions 
Business acquisitions 
Disposals/Revision in provisional 
accounting 
Amortisation/Impairment charge 
Carrying amounts at 30 June 2012  

76,452 
0 
361,812 

0 
(77) 
438,187 

14 
0 
0 

0 
0 
14 

12,320 
6,842 
2,364 

(12) 
(4,685) 
16,829 

22,125 
0 
245,000 

0 
(125) 
267,000 

340 
0 
0 

0 
(20) 
320 

111,251 
6,842 
609,176 

(12) 
(4,907) 
722,350 

Reconciliations – consolidated 
entity – 2011 
Carrying amounts at 4 July 2010 
Additions 
Disposals/Revision in provisional 
accounting 
Amortisation/Impairment charge 
Carrying amounts at 2 July 2011 

Goodwill 
$’000 

Trademarks 
$’000 

Computer 
Software 
$’000 

Brand 
Name 
$’000 

Supplier 
Agreement 
$’000 

Totals 
$’000 

74,701 
0 

1,751 
0 
76,452 

14 
0 

0 
0 
14 

6,505 
9,455 

(183) 
(3,457) 
12,320 

22,250 
0 

0 
(125) 
22,125 

360 
0 

0 
(20) 
340 

103,830 
9,455 

1,568 
(3,602) 
111,251 

Amortisation of $4,907,000 (2011: $3,602,000) is included in “Administration” in the consolidated income statement. 

(a) 

Impairment tests for goodwill 

Goodwill is allocated to the Group’s cash-generating units (CGUs) identified according to the group of assets based on 
acquisition. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

14  Non-current assets – Intangible assets (continued) 

A CGU level summary of the goodwill allocation is presented below:- 

2012 

Goodwill 

2011 

Goodwill 

Supercheap 
Auto 
$’000 

BCF 
$’000 

Goldcross 
Cycles 
$’000 

Ray’s 
Outdoors 
$’000 

Rebel 
Group 
$’000 

Total 
$’000 

45,336 

12,950 

7,877 

11,002 

361,022 

438,187 

Supercheap 
Auto 
$’000 

BCF 
$’000 

Goldcross 
Cycles 
$’000 

Ray’s 
Outdoors 
$’000 

Total 
$’000 

45,336 

12,950 

7,954 

10,212 

76,452 

The recoverable amount of a CGU is determined based on value-in-use calculations. These calculations use cash flow 
projections based on financial budgets approved by the Board of Directors covering a five-year period.  Cash flows beyond the 
five-year period are extrapolated using the estimated growth rates stated below.  The growth rate does not exceed the long-term 
average growth rate for the business in which the CGU operates. 

Goodwill allocation presented for Goldcross Cycles includes goodwill for Riders Cycles. 

Goodwill allocation presented for Rebel Group includes Rebel Sport and A-Mart All Sports. 

(b)  Key assumptions used for value-in-use calculations 

The following assumptions have been used for the analysis of each CGU within the business segment.  Management 
determined budgeted gross margin based on past performance and its expectations for the future.  The weighted average 
growth rates used are consistent with forecasts included in industry reports.  The discount rates used are pre-tax.  The factors 
used by each business segment is shown below. 

Supercheap Auto 
BCF 
Goldcross Cycles 
Ray’s Outdoors 
Rebel Group 

Growth rate 

Discount rate 

2012 
% 
3.0 
5.0 
5.0 
10.0 
* 

2011 
% 
3.0 
5.0 
10.0 
10.0 
* 

2012 
% 
12 
12 
12 
12 
* 

2011 
% 
15 
15 
15 
15 
* 

*  A value-in-use calculation was not performed for the Rebel Group due to an external valuation being performed as at the date 
of acquisition.  As with the other business segments, performance of the Rebel Group will be assessed on an ongoing basis. 

The initial two year’s of a store operating growth rate is assumed to be 10% for Supercheap Auto, BCF and Ray’s Outdoors and 
5% for Goldcross Cycles. 

(c)  Useful life for brands 

The Goldcross Cycles brand has been determined to have a 20 year life and is amortised over this period. 

No amortisation is provided against the carrying value of the purchased Ray’s Outdoors, Rebel Sport and A-Mart All Sports 
brands on the basis that they are considered to have an indefinite useful life. 

Key factors taken into account in assessing the useful life of brands were: 

• 
• 

the strong recognition of the Ray’s Outdoors, Rebel Sports and A-Mart All Sports brands; and 
there are currently no legal, technical or commercial factors indicating that the life should be considered limited. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

15 

Current liabilities - Trade and other payables 

Trade payables 
Other payables 
Loans from related parties 

16 

Current liabilities – Borrowings 

Secured 
Finance leases 
Total current liabilities – secured interest bearing liabilities 

Unsecured 
Related parties  
Unsecured bank financing 
Total current liabilities – unsecured interest bearing liabilities 

Total current liabilities – interest bearing liabilities 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

130,672 
67,200 
16 
197,888 

2011 
$'000 

83,050 
39,305 
18 
122,373 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

2011 
$'000 

8 
8 

0 
0 
0 

8 

32 
32 

0 
0 
0 

32 

(a) Cash Advances 

Cash advances have been drawn as a source of short-term financing on a needs basis. 

(b) Interest rate risk exposures 

Details of the Group’s exposure to interest rate changes on borrowings are set out in note 21. 

(c) Fair value disclosures 

Details of the fair value of borrowings for the Group are set out in note 21. 

(d) 

Security 

Details of the security relating to each of the secured liabilities and further information on the bank overdrafts and bank loans 
are set out in note 20. 

17 

Current liabilities – Current tax liabilities 

Income tax payable 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

9,199 

2011 
$'000 

11,013 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

18 

Current liabilities – Provisions 

Put option provision(a) 
Provision for warranties(b) 
Make good provision(c) 
Employee benefits(d) 

(a)  Put Option Provision 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

409 
0 
119 
19,304 
19,832 

2011 
$'000 

871 
44 
460 
10,911 
12,286 

The put option relates to the acquisition of Oceania Bicycles Pty Ltd.  As part of this acquisition, Super Retail Group Limited has 
granted the vendor an option to sell the remaining 50% to the Group at an agreed EBITA multiple.  This option can be exercised at 
any time up to 10 years from acquisition. 

(b)  Provision for Warranties 

Provision is made for the estimated warranty claims in respect of products sold which are still under warranty at balance date.  
These claims are expected to be settled in the next financial year.  Management estimates the provision based on historical 
warranty claim information and any recent trends. 

(c)  Make good provision 

Provision is made for costs arising from contractual obligations in lease agreements at the inception of the agreement.  A provision 
has been recognised for the present value of the estimated expenditure required to remove any leasehold improvements.  These 
costs have been capitalised as part of the cost of the leasehold improvements and are amortised over the shorter of the term of the 
lease or the useful life of the assets. 

(d)  Employee benefits 

The current provision for employee benefits includes accrued annual leave and long service leave.  For long service leave it covers 
all unconditional entitlements where employees have completed the required period of service. 

(e)  Movements in provisions 

Refer to Note 23 for a consolidated movement in provisions analysis. 

19 

Non-current liabilities – Trade and Other Payables 

Straight line lease adjustment 

20 

Non-current liabilities – Borrowings 

Secured 
Finance lease 
Bank debt funding facility 
Less borrowing costs capitalised, net 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

17,527 

2011 
$'000 

15,538 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

0 
390,000 
(1,991) 
388,009 

2011 
$'000 

8 
100,000 
(865) 
99,143 

The facilities are secured by first registered floating company charges over all the assets and undertakings of Super Retail Group 
Limited and all its wholly-owned subsidiaries in favour of ANZ Banking Group Limited, HSBC, Commonwealth Bank of Australia and 
National Australia Bank and by cross guarantees and indemnities between Super Retail Group Limited and all its wholly-owned 
subsidiaries in favour of ANZ Banking Group Limited, HSBC, Commonwealth Bank of Australia and National Australia Bank.  
Financial covenants are provided by Super Retail Group Limited with respect to leverage, gearing, fixed charges coverage and 
shareholder funds. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

20  Non-current liabilities – Borrowings (continued) 

The carrying amount of assets pledged as security are equal to those shown in the consolidated statement of financial position. 

Financing arrangements 
Unrestricted access was available at balance date to the following lines of credit: 
Total facilities 
 -  Bank debt funding facility 
 -  Multi-option facility (including indemnity/guarantee) 
Totals 

Facilities used at balance date 
 -  Bank debt funding facility 
 -  Multi-option facility (including indemnity/guarantee) 
Totals 

Unused balance of facilities at balance date 
 -  Bank debt funding facility 
 -  Multi-option facility (including indemnity/guarantee) 
Totals 

Consolidated  

2012 
$’000 

2011 
$’000 

500,000 
17,000 
517,000 

390,000 
8,264 
398,264 

110,000 
8,736 
118,736 

190,000 
7,000 
197,000 

100,000 
3,350 
103,350 

90,000 
3,650 
93,650 

In addition, the Company has access to a $89.5 million (2011:  $132 million) transactional facility for clean credit and foreign 
currency dealings. 

Current interest rates on bank loans of the economic entity are 5.63% - 6.62% (2011: 6.71% - 6.88%). 

Fair Value 
Refer to Note 2 for the carrying amounts and fair values of borrowings at the end of reporting period. 

Risk exposures 
Information about the group’s exposure to interest rate and foreign currency changes is provided in Note 2. 

21  Derivative Financial instruments 

Derivative financial instruments 
The Group is party to derivative financial instruments in the normal course of business in order to hedge exposures to foreign 
exchange and interest rate changes. 

Foreign exchange contracts 
The economic entity retails products including some that have been imported from South East Asia.  In order to protect against 
exchange rate movements, the economic entity has entered into forward exchange rate contracts to purchase United States 
Dollars.  The contracts are timed to mature in line with forecasted payments for imports and cover forecast purchases for the 
coming four months on a rolling basis. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

21 

Derivative Financial instruments (continued) 

At balance date the following amounts were committed on foreign currency forward exchange contracts: 

Buy United States dollars and sell Australian dollars with maturity 
 - 0 to 6 months 
 - 7 to 12 months 

Consolidated entity 

2012 
$000 

40,000 
20,000 

2011 
$000 

47,500 
16,500 

The portion of the gain or loss on the hedging instrument that is determined to be an effective hedge is recognised directly in 
equity.  When the cash flows occur, the Group adjusts the initial measurement of the component recognised in the statement 
of financial position by the related amount deferred in equity.  In the year ended 30 June 2012, no hedges were designated as 
ineffective (2011: nil). 

Gains and losses arising from hedging contracts terminated prior to maturity are also carried forward until the designated 
hedged transaction occurs. 

The following gains, losses and costs have been deferred as at the balance date: 
 - unrealised gains/(losses) on foreign exchange contracts (a) 
 - unrealised gains/(losses) on interest rate swaps (b) 
 - total gains/(losses) 
 - realised losses and costs 
 - unrealised losses and costs on interest rate swaps 
 - total losses and costs 
Net gains/(losses and costs) 

310 
(3,769) 
(3,459) 
0 
0 
0 
(3,459) 

(4,115) 
142 
(3,973) 
0 
0 
0 
(3,973) 

(a) 
(b) 

Included in other receivables under note 10 
Included in other payables under note 15 

Interest rate swap contracts 
Bank loans of the economic entity currently bear an average variable interest rate of 6.40% (2011: 6.83%).  It is policy to protect 
part of the loans from exposure to increasing interest rates.  Accordingly, the economic entity has entered into interest rate swap 
contracts, under which it is obliged to receive interest at variable rates and to pay interest at fixed rates.  The contracts are settled 
on a net basis and the net amount receivable or payable at the reporting date is included in other debtors or other creditors.   

During the year the Group was a party to multiple interest rate swaps for a total nominal value of $160,000,000 (2011: $80,000,000) 
of which $20,000,000 expired on 15 January 2012.  The Group also entered into a $20,000,000 three year interest swap with a start 
date of 15 January 2013.  This swap is for a fixed interest rate of 3.53%.  

The contracts require settlement of net interest receivable or payable each 90 days.  The settlement dates coincide with the dates 
on which interest is payable on the underlying debt.  Swaps currently in place cover approximately 36% (2011: 20%) of the loan 
principal outstanding.  The average fixed interest rate is 4.49% (2011: 3.97%). 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

21 

Derivative Financial instruments (continued) 

Interest rate risk exposures 

The economic entity’s exposure to interest rate risk and the effective weighted average interest rate by maturity periods is set out in 
the following table: 

Notes 

9 
10 

  15, 17 
  16, 20 
  18, 23 

2012 
Financial assets 
Cash and deposits 
Receivables 
Total financial assets 
Weighted average rate of 
interest 
Financial liabilities 
Trade and other payables 
Commercial bill/cash advance 
Employee entitlements 
Total financial liabilities 
Weighted average rate of 
interest 
Net financial assets/ (liabilities) 

Notes 

9 
10 

  15, 17 
  16, 20 
  18, 23 

2011 
Financial assets 
Cash and deposits 
Receivables 
Total financial assets 
Weighted average rate of 
interest 
Financial liabilities 
Trade and other payables 
Commercial bill/cash advance 
Employee entitlements 
Total financial liabilities 
Weighted average rate of 
interest 
Net financial assets/ (liabilities) 

Floating 
interest 
rate 
$’000 

45,482 
0 
45,482 

3.17% 

0 
388,017 
0 
388,017 

6.40% 

(342,535) 

Floating 
interest 
rate 
$’000 

24,743 
0 
24,743 

4.28% 

0 
79,135 
0 
79,135 

Fixed interest maturing in 

1 year or 
less 
$’000 

Over 1 to 
5 years 
$’000 

More than 
5 years 
$000 

Non-
interest 
bearing 
$’000 

Total 
$’000 

0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 

0 

0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 

0 

0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 

0 

1,561 
28,532 
30,093 

47,043 
28,532 
75,575 

207,087 
0 
24,168 
231,255 

207,087 
388,017 
24,168 
619,272 

(201,162) 

(543,697) 

Fixed interest maturing in 

1 year or 
less 
$’000 

Over 1 to 
5 years 
$’000 

More than 
5 years 
$000 

Non-
interest 
bearing 
$’000 

Total 
$’000 

0 
0 
0 

0 
20,032 
0 
20,032 

0 
0 
0 

0 
8 
0 
8 

0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 

0 

954 
22,160 
23,114 

25,697 
22,160 
47,857 

133,386 
0 
13,863 
147,249 

133,386 
99,175 
13,863 
246,424 

(124,135) 

(198,567) 

6.83% 

5.77% 

12.37% 

(54,392) 

(20,032) 

(8) 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

22 

Non-current liabilities - Deferred tax liabilities 

The balance comprises temporary differences attributable to: 

Amounts recognised in profit or loss 
Prepayments 
Brand values 
Goodwill 
Other receivables 
Depreciation 

Amounts recognised directly in equity 
Foreign exchange revaluation reserve 
Cash flow hedges 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

2011 
$'000 

9 
80,196 
126 
280 
2,471 
83,082 

125 
0 
83,207 

3 
6,638 
0 
0 
0 
6,641 

0 
43 
6,684 

Set-off of deferred tax liabilities of parent entity pursuant to set-off provisions  
Net deferred tax liabilities 

(28,489) 
54,718 

(6,684) 
0 

Movements: 

Opening balance  
Charged/(credited) to the income statement  
Charged/(credited) to equity 
Acquired in acquisition 
Closing balance  

Deferred tax liabilities to be settled after more than 12 months 
Deferred tax liabilities to be settled within 12 months 

23 

Non-current liabilities – Provisions 

Make good provision  
Employee benefits  
Provision for Oceania future dividend (a) 

6,684 
1,901 
82 
74,540 
83,207 

82,793 
414 
83,207 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

4,467 
4,864 
132 
9,463 

6,948 
(36) 
(228) 
0 
6,684 

6,681 
3 
6,684 

2011 
$'000 

4,899 
2,952 
132 
7,983 

(a)  Provision for Oceania future dividend 
A provision has been recognised for the present value of the estimated cost of the future dividend required to be paid with respect 
to Oceania. 

(b)  Movements in provisions (consolidated entity) (notes 18 & 23) 

Opening balance as at 3 July 2011 
Additional provisions recognised 
Indexing of provisions 
Provision released 
Acquisitions 
Closing balance as at 30 June 2012 

Put option 
$’000 
871 
0 
0 
(462) 
0 
409 

Warranties 
$’000 
44 
0 
0 
(44) 
0 
0 

Make good 
$'000 
5,359 
143 
55 
(1,955) 
984 
4,586 

Oceania future 
dividend 
$’000 
132 
0 
0 
0 
0 
132 

Total 
$’000 
6,406 
143 
55 
(2,461) 
984 
5,127 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

24 

Contributed equity 

(a)  Share Capital 

Ordinary shares fully paid 

(b)  Movement in ordinary share capital 
Issue of shares on incorporation (8 April 2004) 
Issue of shares on 23 April 2004 
Share split on 19 May 2004 
Issue of shares on 8 March 2008 
Dividend reinvestment plan issue on 14 October 2009 
Dividend reinvestment plan issue on 17 March 2010 
Issue of shares on 4 May 2010 
Shares issue under share option 
Share placement plan on 27 May 2010 
Shares issue under share option 
Shares issued on 31 May 2010 as consideration for Ray’s 
Outdoors Pty Ltd 
Dividend reinvestment plan issue on 1 October 2010 
Dividend reinvestment plan issue on 5 April 2011 
Shares issue under share option 

Dividend reinvestment plan issue on 26 September 2011 
Institutional equity raising – 17 October 2011 
Retail equity raising – 21 November 2011  
Dividend reinvestment plan issue on 3 April 2012 
Shares issued under share option 

Less transaction costs on share issue 
Deferred tax credit recognised directly in equity 
Closing balance 30 June 2012  

Parent Entity 

2012 
$'000 

2011 
$'000 

541,835 

194,541 

Issue Price 

$’000 

1.00 
1.69 
0 
1.97 
5.35 
4.96 
4.80 
2.36 
4.80 
2.42 

5.16 
5.98 
6.40 
2.55 

5.94 
5.34 
5.34 
7.04 
2.45 

0 
84,233 
0 
394 
3,821 
3,279 
76,320 
1,346 
12,143 
448 

1,548 
4,637 
6,028 
1,966 

8,385 
283,907 
50,349 
8,088 
2,399 

(9,810) 
2,354 
541,835 

Number of 
Shares 

1 
49,697,150 
56,732,471 
200,000 
714,234 
661,137 
15,900,000 
612,500 
2,529,809 
185,000 

300,000 
775,040 
941,397 
770,000 

1,411,206 
53,166,176 
9,428,472 
1,148,378 
980,000 

196,152,971 

The October 2011 and November 2011 institutional and retail equity raisings were done to finance the acquisition of Rebel 
Group Limited. 

Ordinary shares have no par value and the Company does not have a limited amount of authorised capital. 

Dividend reinvestment plan 

The company has established a dividend reinvestment plan under which holders of ordinary shares may elect to have all or 
part of their dividend entitlements satisfied by the issue of new ordinary shares rather than by being paid in cash.   

The ordinary shares entitle the holder to participate in dividends and the proceeds on winding up of the parent entity in 
proportion to the number of and amounts paid on the shares held. 

On a show of hands every holder of ordinary shares present, in person or by proxy, at a meeting of shareholders of the parent 
entity is entitled to one vote and, upon a poll, each share is entitled to one vote. 

Options over nil (2011: nil) ordinary shares were issued during the period, with 980,000 (2011: 770,000) options being 
exercised during the period.  Performance rights over 453,151 (2011: 363,427) ordinary shares were issued during the period.  
Nil performance rights were exercised during the period.  Information relating to options outstanding at the end of the financial 
period are set out in Note 38. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

24 

Contributed equity (continued) 

(c) 

Capital risk management 

The Group’s objectives when managing capital are to safeguard their ability to continue as a going concern, so that they 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. 

The Group monitors overall capital on the basis of the gearing ratio.  The ratio is calculated as net debt divided by total capital.  
Net debt is calculated as total borrowings less cash and cash equivalents.  Total capital is calculated as ‘equity’ as shown in 
the statement of financial position (including minority interest) plus net debt. 

During 2012 the Group’s strategy, which was unchanged from 2011, was to ensure that the gearing ratio remained below 50%.  
This target ratio range excludes the short-term impact of acquisitions.  The gearing ratios at 30 June 2012 and 2 July 2011 
were as follows: 

Total borrowings 
Less:  Cash & cash equivalents 
Net Debt 
Total Equity 
Total Capital 
Gearing Ratio 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

388,017 
(47,043) 
340,974 
688,863 
1,029,837 
33.1% 

2011 
$'000 

99,175 
(25,697) 
73,478 
303,680 
377,158 
19.5% 

The increase in the gearing ratio was due to the acquisition of Rebel Group Limited. 

The Group monitors ongoing capital on the basis of the fixed charge cover ratio.  The ratio is calculated as earnings before finance 
costs, tax, depreciation, amortisation and store and DC rental expense divided by fixed charge obligations (being finance costs and 
store and DC rental expenses).  Rental expenses are calculated net of straight line lease adjustments, while finance costs exclude 
non-cash mark-to-market losses or gains on interest rate swaps. 

During 2012 the Group’s strategy, which was unchanged from 2011, was to maintain a fixed charge cover ratio of around 2.0 times.  
The fixed charge cover ratios at 30 June 2012 and 2 July 2011 were as follows: 

Earnings 
Add:  Taxation expense 
Finance costs 
Depreciation and amortisation 
Rental expense 

EBITDAR 

Finance costs (excluding MTM adjustment) 
Rental expense 

Fixed charges 
Fixed charge cover ratio 

Consolidated 

2012 
$’000 

83,521 
36,584 
21,995 
35,404 
135,844 
313,348 
21,995 
135,844 
157,839 
1.99 

2011 
$’000 

55,599 
22,053 
10,973 
22,802 
84,486 
195,913 
10,973 
84,486 
95,459 
2.05 

The slight reduction in the fixed charge cover ratio in 2012 reflects the financing costs associated with the acquisition of Rebel 
Group Limited. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

25 

Reserves and retained profits 

Consolidated 

Reserves 
Foreign currency translation reserve 
Share based payments reserve 
Hedging reserve 
TOTAL 

Movements 
Foreign currency translation reserve 
Balance at the beginning of the financial period 
Net exchange difference on translation of foreign controlled Entity 
Balance at the end of the financial period 

Share based payments reserve 
Balance at beginning of the financial period 
Options lapsed 
Options and performance rights expense  
Balance at the end of the financial period 

Hedging reserve 
Balance of beginning of the financial period 
Revaluation – gross 
Deferred tax 
Balance at the end of the financial period 

2012 
$'000 

(3,306) 
5,021 
(2,421) 
(706) 

(3,607) 
301 
(3,306) 

3,149 
0 
1,872 
5,021 

(2,781) 
514 
(154) 
(2,421) 

2011 
$'000 

(3,607) 
3,149 
(2,781) 
(3,239) 

(2,407) 
(1,200) 
(3,607) 

1,932 
0 
1,217 
3,149 

633 
(4,877) 
1,463 
(2,781) 

Retained earnings 
Balance at the beginning of the financial period 
Net profit/(loss) for the financial period attributable to shareholders of Super Retail  
Group Limited 
Dividends provided for or paid 
Retained profits/(losses) at the end of the financial period 

112,378 

88,241 

83,521 
(48,165) 
147,734 

38,053 
(31,462) 
112,378 

Nature and purpose of reserves 

(i)  Hedging reserve - cash flow hedges 
The hedging reserve is used to record gains or losses on a hedging instrument in a cash flow hedge that are recognised directly 
in equity, as described in note 1(k).  Amounts are recognised in profit and loss when the associated hedged transaction affects 
profit and loss. 

(ii) Share-based payments reserve 
The share-based payments reserve is used to recognise the fair value of options and performance rights issued but not 
exercised. 

(iii) Foreign currency translation reserve 
Exchange differences arising on translation of the foreign controlled entity are taken to the foreign currency translation reserve, 
as described in note 1(e).  The reserve is recognised in profit and loss when the net investment is disposed of. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

26  Dividends 

Parent Entity 

2012 
$’000 

2011 
$’000 

Ordinary shares 
Dividends paid by Super Retail Group Limited during the reporting period were as 
follows: 

Interim dividend for the period ended 31 December 2011 of 13 cents (2011: 11.5 
cents per share) paid on 27 March 2012.  Fully franked based on tax paid @ 30% 

25,331 

14,844 

Final dividend for the period ended 2 July 2011 of 17.5 cents per share (2011: 13.0 
cents  per  share)  paid  on  19  September  2011.    Fully  franked  based  on  tax  paid  @ 
30% 

Total dividends provided and paid 

22,834 

48,165 

16,618 

31,462 

Dividends  paid  in  cash  or  satisfied  by  the  issue  of  shares  under  the  dividend 
reinvestment plan were as follows: 

Paid in cash 
Satisfied by issue of shares 

Dividends not recognised at year end 
Subsequent to year end, the Directors have declared the payment of a final dividend 
of 19.0 cents per ordinary share (2011: 17.5 cents per ordinary share), fully franked 
based on tax paid at 30%. 

31,692 
16,473 

48,165 

20,797 
10,665 

31,462 

The aggregate amount of the dividend expected to be paid on 3 October 2012, out of 
retained profits at 30 June 2012, but not recognised as a liability at year end, is 

37,269 

22,753 

Franking credits 
The  franked  portions  of  dividends  paid  after  30  June  2012  will  be  franked  out  of 
existing  franking  credits  and  out  of  franking  credits  arising  from  the  payments  of 
income tax in the years ending after 30 June 2012. 
Franking credits remaining at balance date available for dividends declared after the 
current balance date based on a tax rate of 30%  

58,030 

52,124 

The above amounts represent the balance of the franking account as at the end of the financial period, adjusted for: 

- franking credits that will arise from the payment of the current tax liability; and, 
- franking debits that will arise from the payment of the dividend as a liability at the reporting date. 

The amount recorded above as the franking credit amount is based on the amount of Australian income tax paid or to be paid 
in respect of the liability for income tax at the balance date. 

The impact on the franking account of the dividend recommended by the directors since year end, but not recognised as a liability 
at year end, will be a reduction in the franking account of $15,972,456 (2011: $9,751,405). 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

27 

Key management personnel disclosures 

(a) 

Key management personnel compensation 

Short-term employee benefits 
Post-employment benefits 
Share-based payments 

Consolidated 

2012 
$ 

2011 
$ 

4,000,370 
222,317 
1,103,024 
5,325,711 

3,556,350 
231,763 
726,090 
4,514,203 

The key management personnel remuneration in some instances has been paid by a subsidiary. 

(b) 

Equity instrument disclosures relating to key management personnel 

(i)  Options provided as remuneration and shares issued on exercise of such options 
Details of options provided as remuneration and shares issued on the exercise of such options, together with terms and 
conditions of the options, can be found in the Remuneration and Diversity Report on pages 19 to 29. 

(ii)  Performance Rights 
Details of performance rights provided as remuneration and shares issued on the exercise of such performance rights, together 
with terms and conditions of the performance rights, can be found in the Remuneration and Diversity Report on pages 19 to 29. 

The number of performance rights over ordinary shares in the Company held during the financial year by each Director of Super 
Retail Group Limited and other key management personnel of the Group, including their personally related parties, are set out 
below. 

2012 

Balance at the 
start of the year 

Granted during 
the year as 
compensation 

0 
0 
0 
0 
200,000 

Name 
Directors of Super Retail Group 
R J Wright 
R A Rowe 
R J Skippen 
S A Pitkin 
P A Birtles 
Other key management personnel of the Group 
D F Ajala 
S J Doyle 
E A Berchtold 
G G Carroll 
G L Chad 

75,160 
68,770 
0 
48,261 
54,690 

0 
0 
0 
0 
100,000 

45,977 
42,401 
0 
30,788 
26,437 

Exercised 
during the year 

Other changes 
during the year 

Balance at the 
end of the year 

Vested and 
exercisable at 
the end of the 
year  

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
300,000 

121,137 
111,171 
0 
79,049 
81,127 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

27  Key management personnel disclosures (continued) 

(iii) Option holdings 
The numbers of options over ordinary shares in the Company held during the financial year by each Director of Super Retail 
Group Limited and other key management personnel of the Group, including their personally related parties, are set out below. 

2012 

Balance at the 
start of the year 
Name 
Directors of Super Retail Group Limited 
R J Wright 
R A Rowe 
R J Skippen 
S A Pitkin 
P A Birtles 
Other key management personnel of the Group 
D F Ajala 
S J Doyle 
E A Berchtold 
G G Carroll 
G L Chad 

0 
0 
0 
0 
200,000 

0 
250,000 
0 
100,000 
50,000 

Granted during 
the year as 
compensation 

Exercised 
during the year 

Other changes 
during the year 

Balance at the 
end of the year 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
200,000 

0 
200,000 
0 
100,000 
50,000 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
50,000 
0 
0 
0 

No options are vested and unexercisable at the end of the year. 

2011 

Granted during 
the year as 
compensation 

Exercised 
during the year 

Other changes 
during the year 

Balance at the 
end of the year 

0 
0 

Balance at the 
Name 
start of the year 
Directors of Super Retail Group Limited 
R J Wright 
R A Rowe 
D D McDonough (resigned 
31 August 2010) 
R J Skippen 
S A Pitkin 
P A Birtles 
Other key management personnel of the Group 
D F Ajala 
S J Doyle 
E A Berchtold 
G G Carroll 
G L Chad 

135,000 
300,000 
0 
175,000 
87,500 

0 
0 
0 
350,000 

0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
150,000 

135,000 
50,000 
0 
75,000 
37,500 

0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
200,000 

0 
250,000 
0 
100,000 
50,000 

Vested and 
exercisable at 
the end of the 
year  

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
50,000 
0 
0 
0 

Vested and 
exercisable at 
the end of the 
year  

0 
0 

0 
0 
0 
200,000 

0 
250,000 
0 
100,000 
50,000 

No options are vested and unexercisable at the end of the year. 

(iv)  Share holdings 
The numbers of shares in the Company held during the financial year by each director of Super Retail Group Limited and other key 
management personnel of the Group, including their personally related parties, are set out below.  There were no shares granted 
during the reporting period as compensation. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

27 

Key management personnel disclosures (continued) 

2012 

Name 
Directors of Super Retail Group Limited 
Ordinary shares 
R J Wright 
R A Rowe 
R J Skippen 
S A Pitkin 
P A Birtles 
Other key management personnel of the Group 
Ordinary shares 
D F Ajala 
S J Doyle 
E A Berchtold 
G G Carroll 
G L Chad 

2011 

Name 
Directors of Super Retail Group Limited 
Ordinary shares 
R J Wright 
R A Rowe 
D D McDonough (resigned 31 August 2010) 
R J Skippen 
S A Pitkin 
P A Birtles 
Other key management personnel of the Group 
Ordinary shares 
D F Ajala 
S J Doyle 
E A Berchtold 
G G Carroll 
G L Chad 

Loans to key management personnel 
There were no loans to individuals at any time. 

Balance at the 
start of the year 

Received during 
the year on the 
exercise of 
options 

Other changes 
during the year 

Balance at 
the end of the 
year 

46,048 
53,671,326 
0 
10,000 
1,692,596 

108,436 
23,411 
0 
0 
75,000 

0 
0 
0 
0 
200,000 

25,101 
3,926,416 
0 
15,053 
0 

71,149
56,954,670
0
25,053
1,892,596

0 
200,000 
0 
100,000 
50,000 

0 
(188,910) 
0 
(10,000) 
0 

108,436
34,501
0
90,000
125,000

Balance at the 
start of the year 

Received during 
the year on the 
exercise of 
options 

Other changes 
during the year 

Balance at 
the end of the 
year 

44,274 
53,028,254 
62,083 
0 
0 
1,542,596 

165,136 
23,411 
0 
0 
37,500 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
150,000 

1,774 
643,072 
0 
0 
10,000 
0 

46,048
53,671,326
62,083
0
10,000
1,692,596

135,000 
50,000 
0 
75,000 
37,500 

(191,700) 
(50,000) 
0 
(75,000) 
0 

108,436
23,411
0
0
75,000

Other transactions with key management personnel 
Aggregate amounts of each of the above types of other transactions with key management personnel of Super Retail Group 
Limited: 

Amounts paid to key management personnel as shareholders 
Dividends  

2012 
$000 

2011 
$000 

17,479 

13,510 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

28 

Remuneration of auditors 

During the period 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.   

(a) 

Assurance services 

Audit services 
PricewaterhouseCoopers Australian firm 

Audit and review of financial reports and other audit work under the Corporations 
Act 2001 

Total remuneration for audit services 
Total remuneration for assurance services 

(b) 

Taxation services 

PricewaterhouseCoopers Australian firm 

Tax compliance services, including review of company income tax returns 
Customs Advice 

Total remuneration for taxation services 

(c) 

Advisory services 

PricewaterhouseCoopers Australian firm 

Business Consulting 

Total remuneration for advisory services 

Consolidated 

2012 
$ 

2011 
$ 

568,314 
568,314 
568,314 

198,373 
37,632 
236,005 

424,468 
424,468 
424,468 

257,749 
12,000 
269,749 

0 
0 

144,157 
144,157 

It is the Group’s policy to employ PricewaterhouseCoopers on assignments additional to their statutory audit duties where 
PricewaterhouseCoopers’ expertise and experience with the Group are important.  These assignments are principally tax advice 
and due diligence reporting on acquisitions, or where PricewaterhouseCoopers is awarded assignments on a competitive basis.  
It is the Group’s policy to seek competitive tenders for all major consulting projects. 

29 

Contingencies 

Consolidated 

Parent 

2012 
$000 

2011 
$000 

2012 
$000 

2011 
$000 

Guarantees 
Guarantees issued by the bankers of the Group in support 
of various rental arrangements for certain retail outlets. 
The maximum future rental payments guaranteed amount 
to: 

8,109 

3,365 

2,341 

1,469 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

30 

Commitments  

Capital commitments 
Commitments for the acquisition of plant and equipment contracted for at the reporting 
date but not recognised as liabilities payable: 
Within one year 
Later than one year but not later than five years 
Later than five years 
Total capital commitments 
Lease commitments 
Commitments in relation to operating lease payments under non-cancellable 
operating leases are payable as follows: 
Within one year 
Later than one year but not later than five years 
Later than five years 
Less lease straight lining adjustment (note 19) 
Total lease commitments 
Future minimum lease payments expected to be received in relation to non-
cancellable sub-leases of operating leases 
The Group leases various offices, warehouses and retail stores under non-cancellable 
operating leases. The leases have varying terms, escalation clauses and renewal 
rights. On renewal the terms of the leases are renegotiated.   
Remuneration commitments 
Commitments for the payment of salaries and other remuneration under long-term 
employment contracts in existence at the reporting date but not recognised as 
liabilities, payable: 
Within one year 
Later than one year and not later than five years 
Later than five years 

Consolidated 

2012 
$000 

2011 
$000 

2,303 
0 
0 
2,303 

150,936 
424,728 
96,734 
(17,527) 
654,421 

1,481 

854 
0 
0 
854 

81,370 
226,318 
72,291 
(15,538) 
364,441 

1,861 

2,826 
6,404 
560 
9,790 

2,270 
6,056 
444 
8,770 

Amounts disclosed as remuneration commitments include commitments arising from the service contracts of key management 
personnel referred to in the Remuneration and Diversity Report on pages 19 to 29 that are not recognised as liabilities and are not 
included in the key management personnel compensation. 

Finance leases 
The Group leases various plant and equipment with a carrying amount of $199,000 (2011: $199,000) under finance leases expiring 
within three to five years.   

Commitments in relation to finance leases are payable as follows: 
Within one year 
Later than one year but not later than five years 
Minimum lease payments 

Future finance charges 
Total lease liabilities 

Representing lease liabilities: 
Current (note 16) 
Non-current 

Consolidated 

2012 
$000 

2011 
$000 

8 
0 
8 

(0) 
8 

8 
0 
8 

34 
8 
42 

(2) 
40 

32 
8 
40 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

31 

Related party transactions  

Transactions with related parties are at arm’s length unless otherwise stated. 

Parent entities 

(a) 
The parent entity within the Group is Super Retail Group Limited, which is the ultimate Australian parent. 

Subsidiaries 

(b) 
Interests in subsidiaries are set out in note 32. 

(c) 

Key Management Personnel 

Disclosures relating to key management personnel are set out in note 27. 

Directors 

(d) 
The names of the persons who were Directors of Super Retail Group Limited during the financial period are R J Wright, R A 
Rowe, R J Skippen, S A M Pitkin and P A Birtles. 

Amounts due from related parties 

(e) 
Amounts due from Directors of the consolidated entity and their director-related entities are shown below in note 31(g) 

Transactions with related parties 

(f) 
Aggregate amounts included in the determination of profit from ordinary activities before income tax that resulted from 
transactions with related parties: 

Consolidated 

2012 
$ 

2011 
$ 

9,437,318 
2,169,680 

9,439,979 
1,980,928 

Other Transactions 
- store lease payments – R A Rowe (Director) related property entities 
- remuneration paid to directors of the ultimate Australian parent entity 

Rent payable on R A Rowe related properties at year-end was $17,560 (2011: $18,168) 

(g)  Loans to/(from) Related Parties 
Loans to/(from) Directors 
There are no loans to or from related parties at 30 June 2012 (2011 :$nil) 

32 

Investments in controlled entities 

Name of Entity 

Super Cheap Auto Pty Ltd(a) 
Super Cheap Auto (New Zealand) Pty Ltd(b)  
Super Retail Group Services Pty Ltd(a) 
SRG Leisure Retail Pty Ltd (formerly BCF 
Australia Pty Ltd(a)) 
SCA Equity Plan Pty Ltd(b) 
Goldcross Cycles Pty Ltd(a) 
Oceania Bicycles Pty Ltd 
Ray’s Outdoors Pty Ltd(a) 
Super Retail Group Trading (Shanghai) Ltd 
FCO New Zealand Limited 
SRGS Pty Ltd(a) 
Super Retail Commercial Pty Ltd 
Rebel Group Limited 

Country of 
Incorporation 

Class of 
Shares 

2012 
% 

2011 
% 

Equity Holding 

Australia 
New Zealand 
Australia 

Australia 
Australia 
Australia 
Australia 
Australia 
China 
New Zealand 
Australia 
Australia 
Australia 

Ordinary 
Ordinary 
Ordinary 

Ordinary 
Ordinary 
Ordinary 
Ordinary 
Ordinary 
Ordinary 
Ordinary 
Ordinary 
Ordinary 
Ordinary 

100 
100 
100 

100 
100 
100 
50 
100 
100 
100 
100 
100 
100 

100 
100 
100 

100 
100 
100 
50 
100 
100 
100 
100 
- 
- 

(a)  These controlled entities have been granted relief from the necessity to prepare financial reports in accordance with Class 

Order 98/1418 issued by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. 

(b) 

Investment is held directly by Super Cheap Auto Pty Ltd. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

33  Business Combinations 

(a) 

Rebel Group Limited 

Effective from 30 October 2011, Super Retail Group Limited acquired 100% of the issued share capital of Rebel Group 
Limited, a retailer of sporting equipment and apparel.  Total consideration for the acquisition was $625m, comprising a 
$610m purchase price, a $10.4m working capital adjustment and $4.5m net cash acquired.  The initial purchase price 
has been determined provisionally pending the completion of the final valuation of the fair value of net assets acquired.  
The provisional acquisition note is shown below. 

Net assets acquired and goodwill are as follows: 

Purchase consideration 
Cash Paid 
Direct costs relating to the acquisition 
Total purchase consideration 
Provisional allocation of Fair value of net identifiable assets acquired (refer below) 
Goodwill 
The goodwill is attributable to Rebel Group Limited position and profitability in the sporting goods 
market and synergies expected to arise after the Group’s acquisition 

Cash 
Other receivables 
Prepayments 
Inventory (net of provisions) 
Plant and equipment 
Computer software 
Tax assets 
Brand name 
Trade payables 
Other payables 
Provisions 
Deferred tax liability 

$’000 

624,954 
0 
624,954 
263,932 
361,022 

$’000 

4,517 
415 
1,695 
102,152 
38,851 
2,364 
10,011 
245,000 
(35,206) 
(20,645) 
(10,682) 
(74,540) 
263,932 

Acquisition related costs of $11.1 million are included in Administration expenses in the income statement. 

The acquired Group contributed revenues of $441.9 million for the period 30 October 2011 to 30 June 2012. If the 
acquisition had occurred on 3 July 2011, the contribution to the group revenue would have been $619.0 million, while the 
contribution to Group net profit after tax would have been $50.8 million. 

34  

Net tangible asset backing  

Net tangible asset per ordinary share 

Consolidated Entity 

2012 
Cents 

$0.24 

2011 
Cents 

$1.40 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

35 

Deed of cross guarantee 

Super Retail Group Limited, Super Cheap Auto Pty Ltd, SRG Leisure Retail Pty Ltd (formerly BCF Australia Pty Ltd), Super Retail 
Group Services Pty Ltd, Goldcross Cycles Pty Ltd, Ray’s Outdoors Pty Ltd, SRGS Pty Ltd, Super Retail Commercial Pty Ltd, Rebel 
Group Limited and SCA Equity Plan Pty Ltd are parties to a Deed of Cross Guarantee under which each company guarantees the 
debts of the others.  This Deed of Cross Guarantee was amended on 25 June 2012 to include Super Retail Commercial Pty Ltd and 
Rebel Group Limited and its subsidiaries.  By entering into the Deed, the wholly owned entities have been relieved from the 
requirement to prepare a financial report and directors’ report under Class Order 98/1418 (as amended by Class Orders 98/2017, 
00/0321, 01/1087, 02/0248 and 02/1017) issued by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. 

(a) 

Consolidated Income Statement, Statement of Comprehensive Income and a summary of movements in 
consolidated retained earnings 

The above companies represent a ‘Closed Group’ for the purposes of the Class Order, and as there are no other parties to the 
Deed of Cross Guarantee that are controlled by Super Retail Group Limited, they also represent the ‘Extended Closed Group’. 

Set out below is a consolidated income statement and a summary of movements in consolidated retained profits for the period 
ended 30 June 2012 of the Closed Group consisting of Super Retail Group Limited, Super Cheap Auto Pty Ltd, SRG Leisure Retail 
Pty Ltd (formerly BCF Australia Pty Ltd), Super Retail Group Services Pty Ltd, Goldcross Cycles Pty Ltd, Ray’s Outdoors Pty Ltd, 
SRGS Pty Ltd, Super Retail Commercial Pty Ltd, Rebel Group Limited and its subsidiaries and SCA Equity Plan Pty Ltd. 

Income Statement 

Revenue from continuing operations 
Other income  
Total revenues and other income 

Cost of sales of goods 
Other expenses from ordinary activities 

- selling and distribution 
- marketing 
- occupancy 
- administration 
Borrowing costs expense 
Total expenses 

Profit before income tax 

Income tax (expense)/benefit 

Profit for the period 

Statement of comprehensive income 

Profit for the year 
Other comprehensive income 
Cash flow hedgings 
Income tax relating to components of other comprehensive income 
Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax 
Total comprehensive income for the year 

Summary of movements in consolidated retained earnings 

Retained profits at the beginning of the financial year 
Profit for the period 
Dividends provided for or paid  

Retained profits at the end of the financial year 

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Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

2011 
$'000 

1,570,473 
871 
1,571,344 

1,020,152 
1,343 
1,021,495 

(868,892) 

(547,326) 

197,400 
(73,228) 
(117,272) 
(170,588) 
(19,792) 
(1,447,172) 

124,172 

(37,376) 

(130,895) 
(49,136) 
(84,189) 
(120,780) 
(8,712) 
(941,038) 

80,457 

(22,574) 

86,796 

57,883 

86,796 

661 
0 
661 
87,457 

57,883 

(3,414) 

0 

(3,414) 
54,469 

109,311 
86,796 
(48,165) 

147,942 

82,890 
57,883 
(31,462) 

109,311 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

35  Deed of cross guarantee (continued) 

(b)  Statement of Financial Position 

Set out below is a consolidated statement of financial position as at 30 June 2012 of the Closed Group consisting of Super Retail 
Group Limited, Super Cheap Auto Pty Ltd, SRG Leisure Retail Pty Ltd (formerly BCF Australia Pty Ltd), Super Retail Group 
Services Pty Ltd, Goldcross Cycles Pty Ltd, Ray’s Outdoors Pty Ltd, SRGS Pty Ltd, Super Retail Commercial Pty Ltd, Rebel Group 
Limited and its subsidiaries and SCA Equity Plan Pty Ltd. 

ASSETS 
Current assets 
Cash and cash equivalents 
Trade and other receivables 
Inventories 
Total current assets 

Non-current assets 
Other financial assets 
Property, plant and equipment 
Deferred tax assets 
Intangible assets 
Total non-current assets 

Total assets 

LIABILITIES 
Current liabilities 
Trade and other payables 
Borrowings 
Current tax liabilities 
Provisions 
Total current liabilities 

Non-current liabilities 
Trade and other payables 
Borrowings 
Deferred tax liabilities 
Provisions 
Total non-current liabilities 

Total liabilities 

Net assets 

EQUITY 
Contributed equity 
Reserves 
Retained profits 

Total equity 

Consolidated 

2012 
$'000 

2011 
$'000 

43,238 
46,838 
377,927 
468,003 

401 
155,210 
0 
722,340 
877,951 

1,343,954 

160,083 
0 
10,132 
18,752 
188,967 

16,523 
388,009 
55,814 
9,096 
469,442 

658,409 

687,545 

541,662 
(2,059) 
147,942 

687,545 

23,521 
18,916 
267,963 
310,400 

401 
101,117 
10,546 
111,242 
223,306 

533,706 

89,551 
0 
11,013 
11,051 
111,615 

15,538 
99,135 
0 
7,983 
122,656 

234,271 

299,435 

194,541 
(4,417) 
109,311 

299,435 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

36 

Reconciliation of profit from ordinary activities after income tax to net cash inflow from 
operating activities 

Consolidated 

Profit from ordinary activities after related income tax 
Depreciation and amortisation 
Net (gain)/loss on sale of non-current assets 
Non-cash employee benefits expense/share based payments 
Finance costs 
Change in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects from the purchase 
of controlled entities and the sale of the service entity 
 - (increase)/decrease in receivables 
 - (increase) in inventories 
 - increase in payables 
 - (decrease) in provisions 
 - (decrease)/increase in deferred tax 

Net cash inflow from operating activities 

37 

Earnings per share 

Basic earnings per share 
Diluted earnings per share 

Weighted average number of shares used as the denominator 

Weighted average number of shares used as the denominator in calculating 
basic earnings per share 
Adjustments for calculation of diluted earnings per share options 
Weighted average potential ordinary shares used as the denominator in 
calculating diluted earnings per share 

Reconciliations of earnings used in calculating earnings per share 
Basic earnings per share 
 -  earnings used in calculating basic earnings per share – net profit after tax 

Diluted earnings per share 
 -  earnings used in calculating diluted earnings per share – net profit after 
tax 

(a) 

Information concerning the classification of securities 

2012 
$000 

83,521 
35,404 
786 
1,872 
20,630 

(4,047) 
(21,279) 
17,655 
(1,317) 
2,022 

135,247 

2011 
$000 

55,599 
22,802 
294 
1,222 
10,973 

(675) 
(40,138) 
24,914 
(2,268) 
(1,821) 

70,902 

Consolidated Entity 

2012 
Cents 

46.1 
45.8 

2011 
Cents 

40.6 
40.1 

Consolidated Entity 

2012 
Number 

2011 
Number 

181,036,618 
1,290,592 

136,787,821 
1,792,920 

182,327,210 

138,580,740 

2012 
$’000 

2011 
$000 

83,521 

55,599 

83,521 

55,599 

(i)  Options and Performance Rights 
Options and performance rights granted are considered to be potential ordinary shares and have been included in the determination 
of diluted earnings per share to the extent to which they are dilutive. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

38 

Share-based payments 

(a)  Executive Performance Rights 

The Company has established the Super Retail Group Executive Performance Rights Plan (“Performance Rights”) to assist in 
the retention and motivation of executives of Super Retail Group (“Participants”). 

It is intended that the Performance Rights will enable the Company to retain and attract skilled and experienced executives 
and provide them with the motivation to enhance the success of the Company. 

Under the Performance Rights, rights may be offered to Participants selected by the Board.  Unless otherwise determined by 
the Board, no payment is required for the grant of rights under the Rights Plan. 

Subject to any adjustment in the event of a bonus issue, each right is an option to subscribe for one Share.  Upon the 
exercise of a right by a Participant, each Share issued will rank equally with other Shares of the Company. 

Performance Rights issued under the plan may not be transferred unless approved by the Board.  The table below 
summarises rights granted under the plan. 

Number of Rights Issued 

Grant Date 

Consolidated – 2012 
1 September 2009 
1 September 2010 
1 September 2011 

(b)  Executive Option Plan 

Balance 
at start of 
the year 
(Number) 

Granted 
during 
the year 
(Number) 

Exercised 
during 
the year 
(Number) 

Forfeited 
during 
the year 
(Number) 

Balance 
at the end 
of the 
year 
(Number) 

Unvested 
at the end 
of the 
year 
(Number) 

356,738 
363,427 
0 
720,165 

0 
0 
453,151 
453,151 

0 
0 
0 
0 

17,055 
15,669 
0 
32,724 

339,683 
347,758 
453,151 
1,140,592 

339,683 
347,758 
453,151 
1,140,592 

The Company has established the Super Retail Group Executive Share Option Plan (“Option Plan”).  The Company had 
established the Option Plan to assist in the retention and motivation of executives of Super Cheap Auto (“Participants”).  It is 
intended that the Option Plan will enable the Company to retain and attract skilled and experienced executives and provide 
them with the motivation to enhance the success of the Company. 

Under the Option Plan, options may be offered to Participants selected by the Board.  Unless otherwise determined by the 
Board, no payment is required for the grant of options under the Option Plan. 

Subject to any adjustment in the event of a bonus issue, each option is an option to subscribe for one Share.  Upon the exercise 
of an option by a Participant, each Share issued will rank equally with other Shares of the Company. 

Options issued under the Option Plan may not be transferred unless the Board determines otherwise.  The Company has no 
obligation to apply for quotation of the options on ASX.  However, the Company must apply to ASX for official quotation of 
Shares issued on the exercise of the options. 

At any one time, the total number of options on issue under the Option Plan that have neither been exercised nor lapsed will not 
exceed 5.0% of the total number of shares in the capital of the Company on issue. 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

38  Share-based payments (continued) 

Set out below are summaries of options granted under the plan: 

Grant Date  Exercise date  Exercise price 

Balance at start 
of the year 
Number 

Consolidated – 2012 
27 Jan 2006
27 Jan 2006
27 Jan 2006
17 April 2006
1 July 2006
26 Oct 2006
23 Aug 2007

5 Jan 2009
5 Jan 2010
5 Jan 2011
17 April 2011
1 July 2011
1 Feb 2011
24 Jul 2010
1 August 2008 1 August 2011

Total 

$2.44 
$2.44 
$2.44 
$2.25 
$2.25 
$2.44 
$4.37 
$2.49 

50,000 
100,000 
100,000 
100,000 
300,000 
200,000 
100,000 
180,000 
1,130,000 

Granted 
during the 
year 

Exercised 
during the 
year 
Number  Number  Number 

Forfeited 
during the 
year 

Balance at 
end of the 
year 
Number 

Unvested at 
end of the 
year 
Number 

0 
50,000 
0  100,000 
0 
50,000 
0  100,000 
0  300,000 
0  200,000 
0 
40,000 
0  140,000 
980,000 
0 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

0 
0 
50,000 
0 
0 
0 
60,000 
40,000 
150,000 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 

Weighted average exercise price 

$2.55 

Nil 

$2.45 

Nil 

$3.23 

Nil 

Consolidated – 2011 
27 Jan 2006
27 Jan 2006
27 Jan 2006
17 April 2006
17 April 2006
1 July 2006
1 July 2006
1 July 2006
26 Oct 2006
26 Oct 2006
23 Aug 2007

5 Jan 2009
5 Jan 2010
5 Jan 2011
17 April 2010
17 April 2011
1 July 2009
1 July 2010
1 July 2011
1 Feb 2010
1 Feb 2011
24 Jul 2010
1 August 2008 1 August 2011

Total 

$2.44 
$2.44 
$2.44 
$2.25 
$2.25 
$2.25 
$2.25 
$2.25 
$2.44 
$2.44 
$4.37 
$2.49 

100,000 
135,000 
200,000 
75,000 
100,000 
55,000 
225,000 
300,000 
150,000 
200,000 
180,000 
220,000 
1,940,000 

50,000 
0 
0 
35,000 
0  100,000 
75,000 
0 
0 
0 
0 
55,000 
0  225,000 
0 
0 
0  150,000 
0 
0 
80,000 
0 
0 
0 
770,000 
0 

50,000 
0 
100,000 
0 
100,000 
0 
0 
0 
100,000 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
300,000 
0 
0 
0 
200,000 
0 
100,000 
0 
40,000 
180,000 
40,000  1,130,000 

0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
0 
180,000 
180,000 

Weighted average exercise price 

$2.55 

Nil 

$2.55 

$2.55 

$2.49 

Fair value of options granted 
The fair value at grant date is independently determined using a Binomial option pricing model that takes into account the 
exercise price, the term of the option, the impact of dilution, the share price at grant date and expected price volatility of the 
underlying share, the expected dividend yield and the risk free interest rate for the term of the option. 

No options have been granted in the past two financial years. 

The expected price volatility is based on the historic volatility (based on the remaining life of the options), adjusted for any 
expected changes to future volatility due to publicly available information. 

Expenses arising from share based payments transactions: 

Executive Performance Rights 
Executive Option Plan 

2012 
$000 

1,860 
12 
1,872 

2011 
$000 

1,107 
  115 
1,222 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

39  Events occurring after balance date 

No matter or circumstance has arisen since 30 June 2012 that has significantly affected, or may significantly affect: 

(a) 

(b) 

(c) 

the Group’s operations in future financial years; or 

the results of those operations in future financial years; or 

the Group’s state of affairs in future financial years. 

40  Parent entity financial information 

Summary financial information 

The individual financial statements for the parent entity show the following aggregate amounts: 

Statement of Financial Position 
Current assets 

Total assets 

Current liabilities 

Total liabilities 

Shareholders’ equity 
Issued capital 
Reserves 

Share-based payments 
Cash flow hedges 

Retained earnings 

Profit or loss for the year 

Total comprehensive income 

Parent entity contingencies are disclosed in Note 29.

2012 
$’000 

284,261 

1,056,024 

83,038 

475,542 

541,835 

5,021 
(2,639) 
36,265 
580,482 

48,208 

48,208 

2011 
$’000 

199,109 

346,862 

13,569 

112,859 

194,541 

3,149 
100 
36,213 
234,003 

41,284 

41,284 

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DIRECTORS’ DECLARATION 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

In the directors’ opinion: 

(a) 

(b) 

(c) 

the financial statements and notes set out on pages 31 to 83 are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001, 
including: 
(i) 

complying with Accounting Standards, the Corporations Regulations 2001 and other mandatory 
professional reporting requirements; and 
giving a true and fair view of the consolidated entity's financial position as at 30 June 2012 and of its 
performance for the financial period ended on that date; and 

(ii) 

there are reasonable grounds to believe that the company will be able to pay its debts as and when they become 
due and payable; and 
at the date of this declaration, there are reasonable grounds to believe that the members of the Extended Closed 
Group identified in note 35 will be able to meet any obligations or liabilities to which they are, or may become, 
subject by virtue of the deed of cross guarantee described in note 35. 

Note 1(a) confirms that the financial statements also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by 
the International Accounting Standards Board. 

The directors have been given the declarations by the managing director and chief financial officer required by section 295A 
of the Corporations Act 2001. 

This declaration is made in accordance with a resolution of the directors. 

R J Wright 
Director 

P A Birtles 
Director 

Brisbane 
21 August 2012 

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AUDIT REPORT 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period 30 June 2012  
(continued)  

Independent auditor’s report to the members of Super Retail 
Group Limited 

Report on the financial report  
We have audited the accompanying financial report of Super Retail Group Limited (the company),  
which comprises the statement of financial position as at 30 June 2012 and comprehensive income 
statement, statement of changes in equity and statement of cash flows for the year ended on that date,  
a summary of significant accounting policies, other explanatory notes and the directors’ declaration for  
the Super Retail Group (the consolidated entity). The consolidated entity comprises 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 2001 
and for such internal controls as the directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of the 
financial report that is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In Note 1, the  
directors also state, in accordance with Accounting Standard AASB 101 Presentation of Financial  
Statements, that the financial statements comply with International Financial Reporting Standards. 

Auditor’s responsibility  
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial report based on our audit. We conducted  
our audit in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. 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 and fair presentation of the financial report in order to design audit procedures that are  
appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness  
of the entity’s internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting  
policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the directors, as well as  
evaluating the overall presentation of the financial report. 

Our procedures include reading the other information in the Annual Report to determine whether it  
contains any material inconsistencies with the financial report. 

We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for 
our audit opinions. 

Independence 
In conducting our audit, we have complied with the independence requirements of the Corporations  
Act 2001. 

PricewaterhouseCoopers, ABN 52 780 433 757 
Riverside Centre, 123 Eagle Street, BRISBANE QLD 4000, GPO BOX 150, BRISBANE QLD 4001 
T: +61 7 3257 5000, F: +61 7 3257 5999, www.pwc.com.au 

Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation 

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AUDIT REPORT 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period 30 June 2012  
(continued)  

Auditor’s opinion  
In our opinion: 

(a) 

the financial report of Super Retail Group Limited is in accordance with the Corporations Act                 
2001, including: 

(i) 

(ii) 

giving a true and fair view of the consolidated entity’s financial position as at 30 June                      
2012 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; and 

(b) 

the financial report and notes also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards                         
as disclosed in Note 1. 

Report on the Remuneration and Diversity Report 
We have audited the remuneration report included in pages 19 to 27 of the directors’ report for the  
year ended 30 June 2012. The directors of the company are responsible for the preparation and  
presentation of the remuneration report in accordance with section 300A of the Corporations Act  
2001. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the remuneration report, based on our audit  
conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. 

Auditor’s opinion  
In our opinion, the remuneration report of Super Retail Group Limited for the year ended 30 June  
2012, complies with section 300A of the Corporations Act 2001. 

PricewaterhouseCoopers 

Cameron Henry 
Partner 

21 August 2012 

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SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION 
Super Retail Group Limited 
For the period ended 30 June 2012  

The shareholder information set out below was applicable as at 21 August 2012. 

A.  Distribution of equity securities 

Analysis of numbers of equity security holders by size of holding: 

Ordinary Shareholders 

Performance Rights & Option holders 

1-1000 
1,001-5,000 
5,001-10,000 
10,001-100,000 
100,001 and over 

1,616 
1,633 
317 
265 
45 

There were 277 holders of less than a marketable parcel of ordinary shares. 

B.  Equity security holders 

The names of the twenty largest holders of quoted equity securities are listed below: 

Name 

SCA FT PTY LTD  
NATIONAL NOMINEES LIMITED 
J P MORGAN NOMINEES AUSTRALIA LIMITED   
HSBC CUSTODY NOMINEES (AUSTRALIA) LIMITED  
BNP PARIBAS NOMS PTY LTD 
CITICORP NOMINEES PTY LIMITED  
JP MORGAN NOMINEES AUSTRALIA LIMITED 
MR PETER ALAN BIRTLES  
BNP PARIBAS NOMS PTY LTD 
RBC INVESTOR SERVICES AUSTRALIA NOMINEES PTY LIMITED 
CITICORP NOMINEES PTY LIMITED 
AMP LIFE LIMITED  
GEOMAR SUPERANNUATION PTY LTD  
HSBC CUSTODY NOMINEES (AUSTRALIA) LIMITED 
HSBC CUSTODY NOMINEES (AUSTRALIA) LIMITED 
MR ROBERT EDWARD THORN 
QUEENSLAND INVESTMENT CORPORATION 
EQUITAS NOMINEES PTY LIMITED 
EQUITAS NOMINEES PTY LIMITED 
EQUITAS NOMINEES PTY LIMITED 

3 
3 
0 
12 
3 

Ordinary shares 

Number held 

Percentage of 
issued shares 

56,954,670 
33,684,229 
26,533,413 
25,060,914 
12,723,890 
6,248,801 
2,778,595 
1,690,000 
1,560,570 
1,191,853 
1,079,649 
1,026,412 
964,761 
884,882 
696,165 
648,368 
626,403 
556,128 
549,155 
547,135 

29.03% 
17.17% 
13.53% 
12.77% 
6.49% 
3.19% 
1.42% 
0.86% 
0.80% 
0.61% 
0.55% 
0.52% 
0.49% 
0.45% 
0.35% 
0.33% 
0.32% 
0.28% 
0.28% 
0.28% 

176,005,993 

89.72% 

Super Retail Group Limited wishes to confirm that, in accordance with ASX Listing Rule 4.10.4, the substantial holders in the 
company as at 21 August 2012 were:- 

Name 

SCA FT PTY LTD  
NATIONAL NOMINEES LIMITED 
J P MORGAN NOMINEES AUSTRALIA LIMITED   
HSBC CUSTODY NOMINEES (AUSTRALIA) LIMITED  
BNP PARIBAS NOMS PTY LTD 

Ordinary shares 

Number held 

Percentage of 
issued shares 

56,954,670 
33,684,229 
26,533,413 
25,060,914 
12,723,890 

29.03% 
17.17% 
13.53% 
12.77% 
6.49% 

C.  Voting rights 

The voting rights relating to each class of equity securities is as follows: 

a)  Ordinary Shares 

On a show of hands every member present at a meeting in person or by proxy shall have one vote and upon a poll each share 
shall have one vote. 

b)  Options and Performance Rights 

No voting rights. 

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