2024 Annual Result
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22.05 .2024
Results Announcement
Results for announcement to the market
Name of issuer Argosy Property Limited
Reporting Period 12 months to 31 March 2024
Previous Reporting Period 12 months to 31 March 2023
Currency NZD
Amount (000s) Percentage change
Revenue from continuing operations $116,461 3.3%
Total Revenue $116,461 3.3%
Net profit/(loss) from continuing operations $(55,275) 31.6%
Total net profit/(loss) $(55,275) 31.6%
Final Dividend
Amount per Quoted Equity Security $0.01662500
Imputed amount per Quoted Equity Security $0.00163299
Record Date 12 June 2024
Dividend Payment Date 26 June 2024
Current period Prior comparable period
Net tangible assets per Quoted Equity Security $1.45 per share $1.58 per share
A brief explanation of any of the figures above necessary to enable
the figures to be understood
The financial information for this announcement has been
extracted from the audited financial statements of Argosy
Property Limited which have been released to NZX in
conjunction with this announcement.
Authority for this Announcement
Name of person authorised to make this announcement Steve Freundlich
Contact person for this announcement Steve Freundlich
Contact phone number (09) 304 3426
Contact email address sfreundlich@argosy.co.nz
Date of release through MAP 22/05/2024
Audited financial statements accompany this announcement.
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22.05.2024
FY24 Annual Result – Building a better future
Argosy will present the FY24 annual result via a teleconference and webcast at 10am today. Please visit
https://s1.c-conf.com/diamondpass/10038045-5wb7dd.html dial 0800 453 055 and quote the conference
ID#10038045. It is recommended that you dial in or log in a few minutes before the start time. A copy of
the webcast will be available on Argosy’s website later in the day.
Argosy Property Limited (‘Argosy’ or the ‘Company’) has reported its results for the 12 months to 31
March 2024.
Key results for the period include:
• Net property income for the period of $116.5 million, up 3.3% on the prior comparable period;
• $111.7 million revaluation loss for the 12 months to 31 March ($50.8 million recognised in the first
half), down 5.4% on book value, contributing to a full year net loss after tax of $55.3 million;
• Net distributable income of $55.8 million vs. $64.2 million for the prior comparable period;
• Sound portfolio metrics, with occupancy at 96.7% and WALT of 5.2 years;
• NTA per share of $1.45, from $1.58 at 31 March 2023;
• Portfolio gearing steady at 36.5%, near the middle of the target band of 30-40%;
• Divested four non Core assets for $93.1 million, achieving above book value;
• Successful portfolio leasing and rent review outcomes, including 3.5% annualised rental growth on
rents reviewed and 85% tenant retention rate;
• Execution of strategy, including obtaining 6 Green Star Built and 5.5 NABERSNZ certification on 8-
14 Willis Street, commencement of 224 Neilson Street targeting 6 Green Stars and continuing the
company’s portfolio transformation and progress to a 50% green portfolio by 2031; and
• FY25 dividend guidance of 6.65 cents per share, in line with the prior year.
CHAIR’S REVIEW
Chair Jeff Morrison said, “The Board is satisfied with the way the business, management team and
staff have performed despite continued weak operating conditions.
Inflation remains outside the Reserve Bank’s target band, and consequently interest rates remain at a
higher level. These high rates have clearly had a negative influence on property values.
As a Board, we are pleased by the progress Argosy continues to make towards our sustainability goals
evidenced by the green buildings completed, certifications achieved, and future new developments.
We also maintained or improved NABERSNZ ratings across rated assets and retained our MSCI ESG
Green Rating at AA. We are increasing our focus on the potential impacts of climate change on the
business.
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Argosy’s diversified portfolio remains resilient and the 34% weighting to the Government sector
provides a measure of earnings defensiveness. Our portfolio metrics remain sound, although we
acknowledge the coming year will certainly be more challenging.
The Board is comfortable with the company's capital position and balance sheet strength over the
medium term, having made several strategic asset divestments through the year, all at or in excess of
book values. The business has sufficient funding capacity to accommodate short term development
requirements and strategic acquisition opportunities should they arise.
Argosy continues to deliver an investment strategy focused on a di
versified high quality portfolio
underpinned by our sustainability strategy. Key policy targets are an increased weighting in Auckland
Industrial and a reduced weighting in Wellington Office. Our commitment to building a better future,
particularly for our tenants and the environment, is unchanged.
The Board considers the business to be in a sound position. Based on current projections for the
portfolio and subject to delivery against strategic objectives and market conditions, which we
acknowledge remain uncertain, the dividend guidance for FY25 is 6.65 cents per share, consistent with
this financial year.”
MANAGEMENT REVIEW
Argosy’s Chief Executive Officer, Peter Mence said “The business is in good shape with a solid capital
position. Whilst we experienced positive leasing and rent review results over the period, the extended
time to close leasing opportunities persisted and we expect this to continue for the FY25 financial year.
Although our portfolio occupancy at 96.7% is solid, the next 12 months is expected to be challenging in
a weaker economic environment as we seek to address near term expiries and vacancy.
I’m pleased the way our Health & Safety framework is working, and we’ll continue to work
collaboratively with our key stakeholders towards our goal of zero harm.
We are seeing increased market interest and demand for green buildings, particularly in relation to our
current industrial development project at Neilson Street.
We have adjusted our Investment Policy target bands, with a 5% increase to our Auckland Industrial
weighting and a commensurate reduction to Wellington Office. The continued favourable
characteristics of the Industrial sector, coupled with growing demand for green buildings will see the
portfolio well placed to benefit from these drivers over the long term.
Despite a muted outlook for the next 12 months, we remain confident in and committed to the delivery
of our long term strategy, importantly including the payment of sustainable dividends to shareholders
and building a better future for all our stakeholders.”
Financial Results
Statement of Comprehensive Income
For the 12 months to 31 March, Argosy reported net property income of $116.5 million for the period,
up $3.7 million or 3.3% compared with the prior comparable period.
Net property income was bolstered by solid like-for-like rental growth, driven by contributions from rent
reviews and income from completed developments.
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Net interest expense of $43.7 million was up $7.4 million on the prior comparable period, primarily due
to higher floating rates, higher average debt and lower capitalised interest.
Annual valuations for the year to 31 March 2024 were performed by CBRE Limited and Colliers
International New Zealand Limited. The total unrealised revaluation loss for the year to 31 March was
$111.7 million or 5.4% on book value. The softening of the portfolio capitalisation rate by 37 basis
points to 6.21% was the key driver of the revaluation decrease. Of the annual decline, $50.8 million
was recognised in the interim result at 30 September 2023.
By sector, Industrial decreased $51.2 million or 4.8%. The Office portfolio declined by $49.9 million or
6.1%, and Large Format Retail declined by $10.6 million or 5.1%. The portfolio is 8.6% under-rented,
excluding market rent on developments.
As a result of the FY24 revaluations, Argosy’s NTA declined to $1.45 per share from $1.58 at 31 March
2023. Following the revaluation, Argosy’s portfolio shows a contract yield on values of 6.05% and a
yield on fully let market rentals of 6.73%.
The revaluation loss contributed to the net loss after tax of $55.3 million, compared to a net loss of
$80.8 million in FY23.
Distributable Income
Net distributable income for the year was $55.8 million compared to $64.2 million in the prior
comparable period (which included a $3 million settlement for the failed sale of the Albany Lifestyle
Centre).
Portfolio Activity - Portfolio Metrics, Rent Reviews and Leasing
Peter Mence said “The full year has definitely been influenced by a tougher economic environment.
However, the team has delivered solid results across our core operating metrics.”
As at 31 March, Argosy’s WALT was 5.2 years and portfolio occupancy was 96.7%.
For the period to 31 March 2024, Argosy completed 115 rent reviews, achieving annualised rental
growth of 3.5%. These reviews were achieved on rents totalling $93 million.
On rents subject to review by sector, Argosy achieved annualised rental growth of 3.4% for Industrial
rent reviews, 3.5% for Office rent reviews and 4.0% for Large Format Retail rent reviews.
For the period to 31 March 2024, 65% of rents reviewed were subject to fixed reviews, 28% were
market reviews and 7% were CPI based.
Argosy completed 44 leasing transactions across 151,660m
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of NLA over the period to 31 March.
Lease transactions were made up of 20 new leases, 21 renewals and 3 e xtensions.
Key leasing highlights over the full year include;
• The Mind Lab Limited, 99-107 Khyber Pass, 875m
2
renewed for 4 years;
• Electrix Limited, 15 Unity Drive and Rothwell Avenue, 14,000m
2
renewed for 4 years;
• Instant Offices NZ Limited, 105 Carlton Gore Road for 1,102m
2
on a new 8 year lease;
• The Warehouse, Albany Mega Centre, 908m
2
renewed for 3 years;
• The Warehouse, Taupo, 4,212m
2
renewed for 5 years;
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• NIWA, 82 Wyndham Street, 2,650m
2
on a new 12 year lease
• Colgate Palmolive, 105 Carlton Gore Road for 561m
2
on a new 6 year lease;
• Stantec New Zealand, 105 Carlton Gore Road for 1,647m
2
on a new 8 year lease;
• Harbour Cancer Centre, 105 Carlton Gore Road for 772m
2
on a new 12 year lease; and
• Mainfreight Limited, 32 Bell Avenue, 8,138m
2
on a 13 month extension.
Peter Mence said ” We have retained important tenants, with a retention rate above 85%, as well as
attracting very good new tenants to the portfolio.
The softer leasing environment identified at our interim results has persisted over the second half of
the financial year. This weakness was offset to a degree by the ongoing strong bottom-up
fundamentals for the Auckland Industrial sub-sector. This sector continues to show low forecast
vacancy and positive rental growth, coupled with a large reduction in forecast new supply. The
Industrial sector is forecast to deliver solid returns over the next three years and we will increase our
focus on this sector.
Our portfolio is 51% weighted to Industrial and our pipeline of green Value Add development Industrial
sites, such as 224 Neilson Street which is now under construction, continues to improve portfolio
quality and resilience over the longer term.”
Divestment of non Core Assets
The non Core asset at 10 Transport Place, East Tamaki, was sold during the second half of the year
for $38 million, at a pleasing 7.3% premium to 31 March 2023 book value. Other non Core properties
at 302 & 308 Great South Road were sold for $19.9 million. 8 Forge Way, Auckland, was also sold for
$35.2 million and is expected to settle 25 March 2025. All proceeds will initially be used to reduce bank
debt.
Investment Policy Bands
During the year, the Board and Management made a strategic decision to adjust Argosy’s Investment
Policy target bands to increase the portfolio weighting towards the Industrial sector and reduce the
weighting to Wellington Office. Accordingly, by portfolio value, the Industrial target is now 60-70% (was
55-65%), Office is now 20-30% (was 25-35%). There is no change to our Large Format Retail band of
5-15%.
Peter Mence said “As you would expect, we consistently monitor changes in the external environment.
We have continued to undertake regular assessment of Value Add opportunities within the portfolio,
supported by external research & analysis of forecast sector returns.
Auckland Industrial is forecast to be one of the best performing sectors over the medium to longer
term. The benefit of having a diversified portfolio is that it allows us to adjust our weightings and
allocations based on longer term trends.
The combination of delivering on our Value Add opportunities and strategic acquisitions and
divestments along the way, means that we expect to be close to or within our new target bands over
the next five years.”
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Developments
224 Neilson Street
This project is the first of Argosy’s Value Add green industrial estates and is now under development.
On a 3.5ha site and with an expected value on completion of over $110 million, this will be Argosy’s
largest industrial build to date, when completed in late 2025. This new investment comes at a time
when parts of the Auckland region are facing the lowest levels of industrial building construction for
over a decade. It is strategically located 8km from the Auckland CBD, with excellent access to both
motorway networks. The project is being developed in two phases and is ultimately expected to total
around 17,200m
2
of warehouse NLA. The first phase is a 5,000m
2
warehouse targeting completion by
March 2025 with phase two, a 12,2 00m
2
warehouse, expected to be delivered by the end of 2025.
Both high stud, column free warehouses are targeting 6 Green Star Design and As Built ratings. The
design team have incorporated a wide range of green initiatives to help achieve the 6 Star rating,
including low carbon concrete, rainwater harvesting, solar electricity generation and intelligent lighting
and air conditioning. Furthermore, with approximately 1,750 solar panels generating over 1.2GWh of
energy annually, on completion the facility will have one of the largest rooftop photovoltaic installations
in the country.
“The development is underway and the level of tenant leasing enquiry is encouraging with strong
market demand for modern, well located and sustainable buildings. Sustainability driven projects like
224 Neilson Street, coupled with strong market fundamentals for Industrial property over the long term,
positions us very well for the future.” said Peter Mence.
Mt Richmond
Master Planning continues at this 10.6 hectare Value Add green development site in the central
industrial precinct of Mt Wellington, only 15km from the Auckland CBD. The Mt Richmond development
remains an important part of our long term strategy given our positive view of the Industrial sector over
the long term. With the 224 Neilson Street development now underway, potential commencement of
the Mt Richmond development has been deferred and the current leases extended.
Capital Management
As at 31 March, Argosy’s debt to total assets ratio, excluding capitalised borrowing costs, was 36.5%
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compared to 35.1% at 31 March 2023.
The ratio reflects the net impact of revaluation losses, divestments and development activity during the
period. Argosy’s year end gearing sits towards the middle of its target gearing band of 30-40%, and
well below its bank covenant of 50%.
During the period Argosy increased and extended its syndicated bank facilities with ANZ Bank of New
Zealand Limited, Bank of New Zealand Limited, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation,
Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Westpac New Zealand Limited and Industrial and Commercial Bank
of China Limited. The total amount of the bank facilities are $ 525 million.
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The ratio excludes the right of use asset at 39 Market Place of $40.0 million, recorded in the period under NZ IFRS 16.
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Argosy’s weighted average debt tenor, including bonds, was 2.3 years (3.2 years at 31 March 2023)
with the nearest tranche of bank debt expiring in April 2025. The weighted average interest rate was
5.59% (5.39% at 31 March 2023).
Strategy
Jeff Morrison said: “Our vision of building a better future for all our stakeholders remains unchanged.
We aim to build a better future for our tenants by creating modern spaces where their businesses and
their staff can thrive and grow. We strive to build a better future for the environment through our
commitment to sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint.
For our shareholders, we build a better future through our strategy of creating a resilient business
through various economic cycles delivering sustainable dividends. Our strategy also provides
diversified exposure to a quality portfolio of commercial real estate. Greening our portfolio towards
more sustainable buildings, with appropriate certifications validating their quality, will drive long term
value. For our people, we aim to provide pathways and opportunities to help them develop, grow and
succeed.
The adjustment to Argosy’s Investment Policy bands, increasing our target weighting to Auckland
Industrial, reflects the Boards belief in the positive long term structural trends in this sector. We will
consequently reduce our weighting to the Wellington Office market over time.”
Succession Planning
Jeff Morrison said “The Board is very focused on the current and future success of the business. A key
part of this is ensuring there is appropriate succession planning in place at both the Board and
Executive levels. The Remuneration Committee has transitioned to a Remuneration and Nominations
Committee and is developing a longer term succession plan for Directors and Senior Management that
will position the business well to continue to deliver solid and reliable results for shareholders.”
Dividends and Outlook
A fourth quarter dividend of 1.6625 cents per share has been declared for the March quarter with
imputation credits of 0.1633 cents per share attached. This brings the full year dividend to 6.65 cents
per share in line with previous guidance. The fourth quarter dividend will be paid to shareholders on 26
June 2024 and the record date will be 12 June 2024. The Dividend Reinvestment Plan remains
suspended by the Board until further notice.
Jeff Morrison said “The Board is mindful of maintaining a balance between delivering on near term
objectives and the delivery of longer term goals. Dividend guidance for FY25 is 6.65 cents per share,
consistent with the FY24 year. The Company is facing an environment of continuing restrictive interest
rates and softening market conditions, and some increasing property costs in Wellington. The removal
of tax depreciation on buildings from FY25 also imposes a significant additional tax impost on Argosy.
Based on current projections for the portfolio, including the sale of 39 Market Place, we are targeting
the dividend to stay within the top end of our dividend policy range of 85-100% of Adjusted Funds from
Operations over a three year rolling period.
As we look to the year ahead, the economic environment for FY25 looks demanding for business and
consumers. We recognise the team has challenges ahead of them. We expect them to remain focused
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on delivering on the key operational metrics that drive earnings and dividend sustainability. These
include a focus on leasing up current vacancies, addressing near term lease expiries and making good
progress with our new green industrial project at Neilson Street.
Our key strategic goal around greening the portfolio remains a key focus, to support resilient and
sustainable dividend growth to shareholders over the long term.”
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Peter Mence
Chief Executive Officer
09 304 3411
pmence@argosy.co.nz
Dave Fraser
Chief Financial Officer
09 304 3400
dfraser@argosy.co.nz
Stephen Freundlich
Head of Corporate Communications & Investor Relations
09 304 3426
sfreundlich@argosy.co.nz
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FY24 Annual Results:
Building a better future
22 May 2024
Argosy Property Ltd.
Agenda
Vision & Strategy4
Sustainability 5
Results Summary6
Portfolio Highlights7
Financials13
Leasing & Sector Commentary24
Focus and Outlook28
Appendices30
Peter Mence, CEODave Fraser, CFO
Note: This results presentation should be read in conjunction with the NZX release dated 22 May 2024. Due to rounding, numbers presented in this presentation
may not add up exactly to the totals provided and percentages may not reflect exactly absolute figures.
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“Our strength lies in the diversity of our
portfolio by sector, location and tenant mix,
providing flexibility to support our tenants
changing needs, ensuring a resilient business
through economic cycles.”
Peter Mence, CEO
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Argosy Property Ltd.
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Building a better future
A diversified portfolio by sector and region
A diversified asset allocation across sectors to
reduce volatility and widen growth opportunities
Targeting strategic growth opportunities with green
potential and a focus on Auckland Industrial
Maintaining a portfolio of high-quality, well located
Core assets with growth potential
Proactive delivery of sustainable growth
A business culture that is environmentally focused
Developing green Value Add portfolio opportunities
to drive earnings and capital growth
A commitment to funding for green assets
A business that is adaptable and responsive
to change
Maintaining strong and valued relationships across
all stakeholders
A commitment to management excellence delivering
earnings and dividend growth
Ensuring safe working environments for Argosy and
its partners
Argosy Property Ltd.
Sustainability Commitment
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COHESIVE APPROACH ACROSS THE BUSINESS
To reduce our impact on the environment, create vibrant spaces for tenants, engage more with stakeholders and
provide transparent and effective governance...
•Targeting >50% of the portfolio to be green by 2031
•Targeting carbon emission reductions of 17.5% by 2031
•Initial XRB climate disclosures completed in FY24
•Health & safety focus (zero harm)
•Ongoing engagement with our community
•Committed to high standards of corporate behaviour
•An important responsibility is to identify and assess the risks presented by
climate change, just as we manage other risks facing our business.
•Third party verification to validate building performance through a mixture
of energy ratings (NABERSNZ) and internationally recognised systems
(Green Star) for sustainable design, operational excellence, construction
and community impact.
•ESG ratings provide stakeholders with a standardised way to evaluate
our sustainability practices and ethical conduct against a global pool of
companies. We are currently AA rated by MSCI.
Asset
Performance
Ratings
Sustainability
Reporting
ESG Ratings
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Portfolio by Green Asset Type
Non Green
Green
Value Add
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Results Summary
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Argosy Property Limited
Net property income increased
3.3%
Full year FY24 dividend
NTA per share down from $1.58
driven by revaluation decline
Full year net loss after tax, driven
by -$111.7m revaluation decline
$116.5m6.65c
$1.45-$55.3m
Q4 final dividend declared
1.6625c
Gearing comfortably in the middle
of the target 30-40% band
36.5%
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Portfolio Highlights
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Occupancy Weighted Average Lease Term
Tenant retention rateGovernment sector rental income
Like for like rental growth
96.7%5.2yrs
85% 34.4%
3.3%
Weighting to Auckland Industrial
44%
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Industrial
Office
Large format retail
Sector Summary
Number of buildings
33
Market value of assets ($m)
$1,014.9
Occupancy (by income)
99.1%
Weighted average lease term (WALT)
5.9 years
Number of buildings
13
Market value of assets ($m)
$763.5
Occupancy (by income)
94.0%
Weighted average lease term (WALT)
5.1 years
Number of buildings
4
Market value of assets ($m)
$195.5
Occupancy (by income)
100%
Weighted average lease term (WALT)
2.5 years
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Core (75-90%)Value AddDivest
69
28
3
Auckland (70-80%)Wellington (15-25%)Regional (0-10%)
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39
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Industrial (60-70%)Office (20-30%)LFR (5-15%)
Portfolio at a glance
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1.Large format retail 2. Regional North Island and South Island. This weighting also includes up to 5% allocation to the golden triangle area between Auckland, Tauranga and Hamilton
Sector by value %Region by value %Asset mix by value %
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Target Bands
Target Bands
Target Bands
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Revaluations
CAP RATE SOFTENING ABATING,
RENTAL GROWTH STILL EVIDENT
•Independent valuations as at 31 March
were completed on all properties
•$111.7m decline reported, or 5.4%
devaluation versus book values
•Four non Core properties divested above
book value over the period for $93.1m
6.21%
Weighted average portfolio cap rate
1. Book Value excludes September 2023 revaluation gain/loss
Note: Due to rounding, numbers presented in this presentation may not add up exactly to the totals provided and percentages may not reflect
exactly absolute figures.
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Argosy Property Limited
Auckland1,439.81,369.7(70.1)(4.9%)6.07%5.66%
Wellington585.8548.2(37.7)(6.4%)6.49%6.25%
North Island Regional & South
Island
59.956.0(3.9)(6.5%)6.86%6.25%
Total 2,085.5 1,973.8 (111.7)(5.4%)6.21%5.84%
Industrial1,066.11,014.9(51.2)(4.8%)5.94%5.48%
Office813.3763.5(49.9)(6.1%)6.45%6.23%
Large Format Retail206.0195.5(10.6)(5.1%)6.67%6.25%
Total 2,085.5 1,973.8 (111.7)(5.4%)6.21%5.84%
Mar 24
Cap rate
%
Mar 23
Cap rate
%
31 Mar 24
Book Value
1
($m)
31 Mar 24
Valuation
($m)
$m
Mar 24
Cap rate
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Mar 23
Cap rate
%
31 Mar 24
Book Value
1
($m)
31 Mar 24
Valuation
($m)
$m
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Value Add & Green Developments
GREEN ASSETS DRIVING DEVELOPMENT
PIPELINE
•Value Add properties are a key strategic pillar
and will transform the portfolio over the next
decade
•224 Neilson Street development underway with
delivery of 5,000m
2
warehouse set for Q1 of
2025. Phase 2 to potentially include a further
12,200m
2
of warehouse for delivery in late
2025.
•Master Planning for Mt Richmond continues,
with potential commencement in late 2025.
~$211m
Value Add properties with potential to
deliver earnings and capital growth
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Property SectorLocation
Valuation @
31 Mar 24
32 Bell Avenue, Mt WellingtonfutureIndustrialAuckland15.8
90-104 Springs Road, East TamakifutureIndustrialAuckland8.9
224 Neilson Street, OnehungaunderwayIndustrialAuckland39.1
8-14 Mt Richmond Drive, Mt WellingtonfutureIndustrialAuckland89.5
15 Unity Drive, AlbanyfutureIndustrialAuckland8.5
133 Roscommon Road, WirifutureIndustrialAuckland13.7
101 Carlton Gore Road, NewmarketfutureOfficeAuckland26.5
143 Lambton QuayfutureOfficeWellington9.0
TOTAL $m 211.0
% of portfolio10.7%
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Green Built rating being targeted
6 Star
NABERSNZ energy rating
being targeted
5 Star
Forecast IRR on completion
+8.0%
m
2
of warehouse to be
available
17,200
224 Neilson Street Development
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Financials
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Gross Property Income Waterfall
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Rent reviews and developments key drivers of rental growth
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Financial Performance
SOLID TOP LINE GROWTH
•The net property income increase for the
period was principally driven by solid like-
for-like rental growth and development
income from completed projects such as 8-
14 Willis Street and 105 Carlton Gore Road
•Net interest expense was higher driven by
higher floating interest rates, higher
average debt and lower capitalised interest
•The full year revaluation decline reflected a
5.4% reduction on book value
$116.5m
NPI for the period, up 3.3%
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Argosy Property Limited
FY24FY23
$m$m
Net property income116.5112.8
Administration expenses(11.6)(10.8)
Profit before financial income/(expenses), other gains/(losses) and
tax
104.9102.0
Net interest expense(43.7)(36.3)
Gain/(loss) on derivatives0.6 7.3
Other gains/(losses)
Revaluation gains/(losses) on investment property(111.7)(146.6)
Realised gains/(losses) on disposal of investment property(1.0)(0.4)
Settlement for failed sale of investment property3.0
Profit/(loss) before income tax attributable to shareholders(50.8)(70.9)
Taxation expense(4.5)(9.9)
Profit/(loss) and total comprehensive income/(loss) after tax(55.3)(80.8)
Earnings per share (cents)(6.53)(9.55)
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Distributable Income
SOUND RESULT
•Net distributable income for the year was
$55.8m compared to $64.2m in the prior
comparable period
•The variance from last year was driven
primarily due to higher interest costs and
higher taxation
•The prior comparable period also benefited
from the receipt of a $3.0m settlement for
the failed sale of the Albany Lifestyle
Centre
$55.8m
Net distributable income
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Argosy Property Limited
FY24FY23
$m$m
Profit before income tax(50.8)(70.9)
Adjustments:
Revaluation (gains)/losses on investment property111.7 146.6
Realised losses/(gains) on disposal1.0 0.4
Derivative fair value (gain)/loss(0.6)(7.3)
Gross distributable income61.268.7
Depreciation recovered on disposals0.9 0
Current tax expense(6.3)(4.5)
Net distributable income55.864.2
Weighted average number of ordinary shares (m)847.1846.7
Gross distributable income per share (cents)7.238.11
Net distributable income per share (cents)6.587.58
Argosy Property Ltd.
Adjusted Funds From Operations (AFFO)
AFFO COVERED DIVIDENDS
•Higher amortisation of tenant incentives
reflect divested assets and lease
terminations during the year
•Lower maintenance capex for the year
reflects the significant projects undertaken
during the prior year
•AFFO was 6.90cps, which is consistent
with the prior year
96%
AFFO dividend payout ratio
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Argosy Property Limited
FY24FY23
$m$m
Net distributable income55.864.2
Amortisation of tenant incentives and leasing costs3.5 2.7
Share based payment expense0.3 -
Funds from operations (FFO)59.666.9
Capitalisation of tenant incentives and leasing costs(1.3)(1.0)
Maintenance capital expenditure(2.1)(6.4)
Swap contract termination payment-(1.5)
Maintenance capital expenditure recovered through sale2.3 0.1
Adjusted funds from operations (AFFO)58.458.1
Weighted average number of ordinary shares (m)847.1846.7
FFO cents per share 7.047.91
AFFO cents per share 6.906.86
Dividends paid/payable in relation to period6.656.65
Dividend payout ratio to FFO94%84%
Dividend payout ratio to AFFO96%97%
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Investment Property Waterfall
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Revaluation impacts portfolio value decline
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-1
2,185
35
-35
-58
-112
2,014
-40
1,974
1,400
1,600
1,800
2,000
2,200
2,400
Balance at 1 April
2023
Capitalised costsTransfer to property
held for sale
DisposalsChange in fair valueChange in
capitalised leasing
costs & incentives
Balance 31 March
2024
Right of use assetBalance 31 March
2024 (excluding right
of use asset)
Investment Properties ($m)
Argosy Property Ltd.
Net Tangible Asset
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Revaluation key driver of NTA decline
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Balance Sheet Management
GEARING AT THE MID-RANGE OF
TARGET BAND
•The balance sheet is in good shape
•Argosy has sufficient facility headroom to
complete existing developments and act on
any near-term opportunities
•Green projects will continue to be a key
focus, particularly 224 Neilson Street
•At 31 March, $23.0m in assets were
regarded as non Core
•Four non Core assets divested over the
period totalling $93.1m
36.5%
Debt-to-total-assets ratio in the middle
of the target 30-40% range
20
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1. Excludes capitalised borrowing costs. 2. Excludes Right of Use Asset at 39 Market Place of $40.0 million
FY24FY23
$m$m
Investment properties2,013.8 2,184.9
Asset held for sale35.2 -
Other assets20.0 27.7
Total assets2,069.0 2,212.6
Right of Use Asset(40.0)(40.1)
Total assets (net of Right of Use Asset)2,029.0 2,172.6
Fixed Rate Green Bonds325.0 325.0
Bank debt
1
415.6 438.2
Total Bank Debt & Bond Funding740.6 763.2
Debt-to-total-assets ratio
2
36.5%35.1%
Argosy Property Ltd.
Interest Rate Management
FIXED RATE COVER OF 71%
•Weighted average interest rate increased
to 5.6% from 5.4% at 31 March 2023
•Fixed rate cover at 71% of drawdown debt
•$255m in forward rate swaps commencing
from 5 March 2025
2.4x
Interest cover ratio banking covenant
set at a minimum of 2.0x
1.Including margin and line fees
21
FY24FY23
Weighted average interest rate
1
5.6%5.4%
Interest Cover Ratio2.4x2.8x
% of fixed rate borrowings71%71%
Weighted average duration of active payer swaps1.1 years2.0 years
Average rate of active payer swaps3.43%3.48%
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Argosy Property Ltd.
Debt Profile
GREEN BOND DIVERSIFICATION 38%
•The total amount of the bank facility is
$525m with the nearest tranche expiring in
April 2025 (FY26)
•Argosy’s $325m of green bonds continue to
provide important diversification and tenor
benefits to the business
2.3 years
Weighted average duration of Argosy’s
debt
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220
190
115
100
100
125
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
FY25FY26FY27FY28FY29
Facilities ($m)
Argosy Property Ltd.
Dividends
STEADY THROUGH TOUGH ECONOMIC
CYCLES
•A 4
th
quarter dividend of 1.6625 cents per
share has been declared with 0.1633 cents
per share imputation credits attached
•Overseas investors will receive an
additional supplementary dividend of
0.0741 cents per share to offset non-
resident withholding tax
•The record date is 12 June, and the
payment date is 26 June
6.65c
FY25 dividend guidance in line with prior year
23
Argosy Property Limited
6.28
6.35
6.45
6.55
6.656.656.65
5.00
5.20
5.40
5.60
5.80
6.00
6.20
6.40
6.60
6.80
FY19FY20FY21FY22FY23FY24FY25 f'cast
Dividend cps
Argosy Property Ltd.
Leasing & sector
commentary
24
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Leasing Outcomes
25
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m2 of NLA leased to 31 MarchEquivalent of total by NLA
m2 of NLA renewed with Electrix
for 4 years
New lease to Harbour Cancer
Centre Limited
Leases executed, 20 new leases, 21
renewals and 3 extensions
151,66024%
14,00012yr
44
Rent reviews over the period,
annualised rental growth of 3.5%
115
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Lease Expiry & Rent Review Profile
MEDIUM TERM LEASE EXPIRY PROFILE
IS WELL MANAGED
•Largest single expiry remains MBIE in 2027
•Average annual expiry over the next three
years is ~11%
3.5%
Annualised rent review growth over the
year to 31 March
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1.2
1.8
9.3
6.4
1.6
2.9
1.4
2.1
1.4
0.4
5.4
7.3
6.7
5.6
10.4
5.9
5.9
2.4
6.4
2.5
0.3
9.5
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
VacantMar-25Mar-26Mar-27Mar-28Mar-29Mar-30Mar-31Mar-32Mar-33Mar-34Mar-35 +
Percentage of portfolio (by income)
As at 31 March 2024
Largest single expiry
Year ending
3.3
Total remaining
expiry
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Market Insights
• Softer period of both supply and demand currently as
projected for 2024 as both occupiers and developers struggle
• Limited land supply in Auckland and Wellington continues
pressure on land values, with prime sites holding their value
• Rent continues to show some growth in well specified and
well located assets
• Vacancy remains very low, with limited speculative supply
and with little expansion capacity
• Modest reduction in construction costs reduces rental growth
pressure
INDUSTRIAL
• Flexible working environments continue but working from
home and full-time remote work are declining
• Changes in the way space is used, focusing on the
environment, now a staff attraction matter
• Continued focus from tenants on sustainability/green
• Increase in desire for flexibility in lease terms from tenants
• Wellington vacancy levels have increased and are expected
to increase further, particularly in secondary locations and for
poorer quality stock (seismic issues)
OFFICE
• Retail turnover rates have declined significantly on a per
capita basis
• Discretionary lines showing a significant drop in sales
• Online proportion of total sales continues to reduce
• Large Format Retail continues to receive solid demand in
prime locations
• "Moving of the deck chairs" as market share changes
• Retailers consolidating to a fewer number of locations
• Increased costs of operation are giving affordability issues
LARGE FORMAT RETAIL
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Focus and outlook
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OUTLOOK
STAYING FOCUSED ON ACHIEVING STRONG OPERATIONAL RESULTS AND EXECUTING ON STRATEGIC GOALS
•New Zealand’s domestic economy continues to experience challenging headwinds from stubborn inflation and restrictive interest rates.
•The diversified portfolio exposure continues to provide a degree of resilience.
•Argosy is well placed, with a solid capital position to continue to transform towards a green & environmentally sustainable business.
•Our key focus areas for 2025 are to:
1.deliver strong operational results by addressing key expiries, leasing up remaining vacancies and achieving strong rental growth;
2.deliver on key strategic objectives including green developments and other value add opportunities;
3.achieve Green Star & NABERSNZ certifications; and
4.divest low growth assets and reinvest proceeds into green developments.
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Appendices
30
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Balance Sheet Management
31
Gearing remains comfortably within the mid-range of the band
Target Range 30-40%
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38.8
35.9
31.1
35.1
36.5
0
10
20
30
40
50
FY20FY21FY22FY23FY24
Debt to total assets (%)
Argosy Property Ltd.
Hedges, Interest Rates & Debt Maturity
32
Hedges & Weighted Average
Interest Rates (March)
Debt Maturity Profile (drawn) &
Weighted Average Margin and Line Fee
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325
210210
140
0.0%
1.0%
2.0%
3.0%
4.0%
5.0%
6.0%
0
100
200
300
400
2025202620272028
Weighted Average Interest Rate (%)
Face Value of Hedges ($m)
Fixed interestRate
220
81
115
100
100
125
1.37%
1.55%
1.63%
1.00%
1.20%
1.40%
1.60%
1.80%
2.00%
2.20%
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
450
FY25FY26FY27FY28
Weighted average margin & Line fee (%)
Debt profile $millions
DebtBondMargin+Line fee
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Rent review summary – by type, sector and location
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Note: Due to rounding, numbers presented in this presentation may not add up exactly to the totals provided and percentages may not reflect exactly absolute figures.
Argosy Property Limited
Type#
Previous Rent
($000's)
% of rent
reviewed
New Rent
($000's)
$ Increase
(000's)% Increase
Annualised $
Increase (000's)
% of Total
Annualised
Increase
Annualised %
Increase
Total11593,038100%98,5815,5436.0%3,274100%3.5%
By review type
Fixed8660,85365%62,6201,7672.9%1,76754%2.9%
Market1325,67128%29,0943,42313.3%1,18636%4.6%
CPI166,5147%6,8673535.4%32210%4.9%
By sector
Industrial4044,68848%46,7852,0974.7%1,53447%3.4%
Office5342,38246%45,5573,1757.5%1,50046%3.5%
LFR225,9686%6,2392714.5%2397%4.0%
By location
Auckland9463,42168%66,1122,6904.2%2,09664%3.3%
Wellington1926,84629%29,6272,78110.4%1,10634%4.1%
Other22,7713%2,843722.6%722%2.6%
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Portfolio metrics
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Note: Due to rounding, numbers presented in this presentation may not add up exactly to the totals provided and percentages may not reflect exactly absolute figures.
Rent Roll by IndustryTop 10 Customers by Rent
34%
17%
14%
14%
10%
6%
Government Administration
Transport and Storage
Retail Trade
Manufacturing
Property and Business
Services
Wholesale Trade
Finance and Insurance
Health and Community
Services
All other
9%
6%
5%
5%
5%
4%
3%
3%
2%
2%
55%
MBIE
General Distributors Limited
Statistics New Zealand
Cardinal Logistics Limited
Kainga Ora
The Warehouse Limited
Carr & Haslam Limited
Parliamentary Corporation
PBT Transport Limited
Ministry of Housing and Urban
Development
All other
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Portfolio snapshot
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Note: Due to rounding, numbers presented in this presentation may not add up exactly to the totals provided and percentages may not reflect exactly absolute figures.
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6.1
5.5
5.7
5.4
5.2
0.0
1.0
2.0
3.0
4.0
5.0
6.0
7.0
FY20FY21FY22FY23FY24
WALT (years)
38.8
35.9
31.1
35.1
36.5
0
10
20
30
40
50
FY20FY21FY22FY23FY24
Debt-to-
total
-assets (%)
98.8
99.0
98.7
99.3
96.7
0
0
0
0
0
0
FY20FY21FY22FY23FY24
Occupancy (%)
1.30
1.53
1.74
1.58
1.45
0
0
0
0
0
FY20FY21FY22FY23FY24
Net Tangible Assets ($ per share)
Argosy Property Ltd.
Thank you
DISCLAIMER
This presentation has been prepared by Argosy
Property Limited. The details in this presentation provide
general information only. It is not intended as investment
or financial advice and must not be relied upon as such.
You should obtain independent professional advice prior
to making any decision relating to your investment or
financial needs. Thispresentation is not an offer or
invitation for subscription or purchase of securities or
other financial products. Past performance is no
indication of future performance.
All values are expressed in New Zealand currency
unless otherwise stated.
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Building a
better future
Annual Report
2024
Argosy Property LimitedAnnual Report 202402
For us, the goal has always been
much more than just achieving
financial returns.
We believe in doing what’s right,
building a better future for our tenants,
our investors, and the communities
we are part of.
Contents
Chairman's review16
Management report18
Numbers at a glance24
Our Leadership & Governance26
Consolidated Financial Statements32
Independent Auditor's Report59
Corporate Governance61
Investor Statistics75
Directory79
Argosy Property LimitedAnnual Report 202403
A
better future
f
or our investors.
Our diverse portfolio of properties widens
growth opportunities including developing
green buildings, to drive earnings and capital
growth that deliver the steady dividends our
investors rely on.
We pride ourselves on the valued relationships
we have with our investors, maintaining their
trust by operating with the highest standards
of transparency and never compromising on
our principles.
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Our buildings are productive spaces that
enable our diverse family of 150+ tenants to
grow and succeed, building a brighter future
for themselves and their people.
We work in partnership with tenants to
understand their aspirations and to deliver
the facilities they need to prosper today and
for tomorrow. The breadth of our portfolio
allows us to keep offering new and extended
spaces as their needs evolve.
A better future
for our tenants.
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for our tenants
Argosy Property LimitedAnnual Report 202407
We are committed to driving better long-term
outcomes for the communities we are part of. A
better future sees these communities thriving.
And that’s why we foster long-term partnerships
with the Graeme Dingle Foundation, Keystone
Trust, Pillars, The Spirit of Adventure Trust,
Surf Lifesaving, Variety and others. These are all
organisations who, like us, work hard to create a
better future for more people.
A better future
for our communities.
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We are reducing our environmental impact
by leading the market in retrofitting existing
properties into green buildings. These
innovative and energy-efficient spaces allow
tenants to also advance their own sustainability
aspirations.
With 35% of our portfolio being green buildings, we
are well on our way to having at least 50% of our
portfolio Green rated by 2031.
A better future
for Aotearoa
New Zealand.
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$116.5m
Net
Property
Income
3.3%
2024 highlights
6.65cps
FY25
dividend
guidance
$111.7m
Revaluation
loss for the
ye a r, 5.4%
on book value
9 6.7%
Occupancy
5.2yr
$1.45
Weighted
average
lease term
(WALT)
Net
Tangible
Assets
(per share)
Argosy Property LimitedAnnual Report 202412
51%
36.5%
69%
34%
Industrial weighting
Gearing
Auckland weighting
Government sector
rental income
$137, 278
of community sponsorship in 2024
Social
Sustainability
6 Star
Green Building certification for 8-14
Willis Street, Wellington’s 1st for Office
35%
Completed green assets
percentage of portfolio
To i t ū
Certified Net Carbonzero for
year to 31 March 2024
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Building a
better future
G
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Proactive delivery of
sustainable growth
A business culture that is
environmentally focused
Executing green Value Add
portfolio opportunities to drive
earnings and capital growth
A commitment to funding for
green assets
A business that is adaptable
and responsive to change
Maintaining strong and
valued relationships across
all stakeholders
A commitment to management
excellence delivering earnings
and dividend growth
Ensuring safe working
environments for Argosy
and its partners
A diversified portfolio by sector
and region
A diversified asset allocation
across sectors to reduce volatility
and widen growth opportunities
Targeting strategic growth
opportunities with green potential
and a focus on the Auckland
Industrial market
Maintaining a portfolio of
high quality, well located
Core assets with growth potential
P
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08Annual Report 2022Argosy Property Limited
Building a
Better Future
Jeff Morrison
CHAIRMAN
“The Board is satisfied with the way the business,
management team and staff have performed despite
continued weak operating conditions.”
Argosy Property LimitedAnnual Report 202416
Chairman's review
On behalf of the Board of Directors, it is my pleasure
to present Argosy’s 2024 Annual Report.
Inflation remains outside the Reserve Bank’s target band, and
consequently interest rates remain at a higher level. These
high rates have clearly had a negative influence on property
values. As a Board, we are pleased by the progress Argosy
continues to make towards our sustainability goals evidenced
by the green buildings completed, certifications achieved, and
future new developments.
We also maintained or improved NABERSNZ ratings across
rated assets and retained our MSCI ESG Green Rating at AA.
We are increasing our focus on the potential impacts of climate
change on the business. Argosy’s diversified portfolio remains
resilient and the 34% weighting by income to the Government
sector provides a measure of earnings defensiveness. Our
portfolio metrics remain sound, although we acknowledge the
coming year will certainly be more challenging.
The Board is comfortable with the company's capital position
and balance sheet strength over the medium term, having
made several strategic asset divestments through the year,
all at or in excess of book values. The business has sufficient
funding capacity to accommodate short term development
requirements and strategic acquisition opportunities should
they arise.
Argosy continues to deliver an investment strategy focused
on a diversified high quality portfolio underpinned by our
sustainability strategy. Key policy targets are an increased
weighting in Auckland Industrial and a reduced weighting in
Wellington Office. Our commitment to building a better future,
particularly for our tenants and the environment, is unchanged.
The Board considers the business to be in a sound position.
Based on current projections for the portfolio and subject to
delivery against strategic objectives and market conditions,
which we acknowledge remain uncertain, the dividend guidance
for FY25 is 6.65 cents per share, consistent with this
financial year.
Governance & Succession Planning
Argosy’s Annual Shareholders Meeting (ASM) will be held as a
hybrid meeting on 18 June at 2pm at the Royal New Zealand
Yacht Squadron in Auckland. Argosy continues to utilise the
hybrid functionality of the ASM. It allows shareholders to
attend virtually and participate in all elements of the meeting
including questions and answers and completing all voting.
Stuart McLauchlan and myself will both retire in accordance
with the Company’s constitution and the NZX Listing Rules and
will be eligible for re-election.
The Board is very focused on the current and future success of
the business. A key part of this is ensuring there is appropriate
succession planning in place at both the Board and Executive
levels. The Remuneration Committee has transitioned to a
Remuneration and Nominations Committee and is developing
a longer term succession plan for Directors and Senior
Management that will position the business well to continue to
deliver solid and reliable results for shareholders.
Dividends
A fourth quarter dividend of 1.6625 cents per share has been
declared for the March quarter with imputation credits of 0.1633
cents per share attached. This brings the full year dividend
to 6.65 cents per share in line with previous guidance. The
fourth quarter dividend will be paid to shareholders on 26 June
2024 and the record date will be 12 June 2024. The Dividend
Reinvestment Plan remains suspended by the Board until
further notice.
The Board is mindful of maintaining a balance between
delivering on near term objectives and the delivery of longer
term goals. Dividend guidance for FY25 is 6.65 cents per
share, consistent with the FY24 year. The Company is facing
an environment of continuing restrictive interest rates and
softening market conditions, and some increasing property
costs in Wellington. The removal of tax depreciation on
buildings from FY25 also imposes a significant additional tax
impost on Argosy. Based on current projections for the portfolio,
including the sale of 39 Market Place, we are targeting the
dividend to stay within the top end of our dividend policy range
of 85-100% of Adjusted Funds from Operations over a three
year rolling period.
Outlook
As we look to the year ahead, the economic environment
for FY25 looks demanding for business and consumers. We
recognise the team has challenges ahead of them. We expect
them to remain focused on delivering on the key operational
metrics that drive earnings and dividend sustainability. These
include a focus on leasing up current vacancies, addressing
near term lease expiries and making good progress with our
new green industrial project at Neilson Street.
Our strategic goal around greening the portfolio remains a key
focus, to support resilient and sustainable dividend growth to
shareholders over the long term.
Jeff Morrison
Chairman
FY24 FULL YEAR DIVIDEND
6.65 cps
Consistent with the prior year
FY25 DIVIDEND GUIDANCE
6.65 cps
Consistent with the FY24 dividend
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Management Report
Diversification pays
dividends
“After another challenging year affected by lockdowns
and traffic light settings, its pleasing to have delivered
what we consider to be a very solid full year result to
shareholders.”
Peter Mence
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Dave Fraser
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
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We delivered on all of our operational focus areas around
vacancies, key expiries and completing developments. We also
divested non-core buildings during the year at healthy premiums
to book value. Our core portfolio metrics have remained sound
despite the operational environment being so difficult for
everyone.
8-14 Willis Street has now been handed over to Statistics New
Zealand. At a total cost o
f $xm, the handover sees Argosy complete
its largest green development project in its history. If we achieve
our target 6 Green Stars the building will certainly be the jewel in
our crown. The Wellington office market continues to exhibit
strong fundamentals which we don’t see waning for some time.
Our ongoing exposure to Government rental streams provides a
high degree of certainty and stability during uncertain times.
Master planning at Argosy’s two key Auckland industrial estates
at Mt Richmond Road and Neilson Street are progressing and we
are fielding a lot of market inquiry for these sites which will be
repurposed into green industrial estates. We’re excited about the
potential these sustainably focused properties bring to the
portfolio and the cross section of new industrial tenants showing
interest. We think strong industrial fundamentals and the fact the
sector is forecast to be the best performer over the next five years
is underpinning occupier interest.
The balance of the portfolio is in excellent shape. Argosy’s capital
structure is sound and we have capacity to execute on
opportunities as they arise. However, with interest rates rising it
we are focusing more on our organic value add development
pipeline. Given the pipeline of work we see ahead, we’ve
resourced the business and development team up accordingly.
Highlights
Key highlights for the period include:
•
Continued focus on sustainability and green developments;
•
Record interim net profit after tax of $xx.0 million;
•
Net property income for the period up xx%;
•
High occupancy (~9x%) and WALT (5.x years);
•
Strong portfolio leasing and rent review outcomes, including
xx% annualised rental growth on rents reviewed;
•
7WQ in Wellington is now 100% leased;
•
$xx million annual revaluation gain, an increase of x% on book
value;
•
Increase in NTA per share to $1.xx from $1.53 at 31 March 2021,
a xx% increase; and
•
FY23 dividend guidance of 6.65 cents per share under the new
dividend policy which commenced from 1 April 2022.
Financial Results
Statement of Comprehensive Income
For the 12 months to 31 March, Argosy reported net property
income of $xx million for the period, up x% compared with the
prior comparable period.
Solid like for like rental growth was bolstered by a full year
contribution from Mt Richmond and lower Covid-19 rent rebates
over the period, partially offset by disposals.
For the year to 31 March, Argosy provided for $x million in rental
abatements to tenants and no deferrals.
Net interest expense of $xx million was up/down by $xx million
on the prior comparable period, primarily due to xxx [lower
overall debt levels and higher capitalised interest].
Annual valuations for the year to 31 March were performed by
CBRE, Colliers International New Zealand Limited, Bayleys and
Jones Lang Lasalle. The total unrealised revaluation gain for the
year to 31 March was $xx million or a xx% increase above book
value. The portfolio is x% under-rented, excluding market rent
on vacant space.
Current tax expense was higher / lower due to large deductions
recorded in the prior comparable period and the non-assessable
deposit for the Albany Lifestyle Centre.
Distributable Income
Net distributable income for the year was $xx million compared
to $.0 million in the prior comparable period.
Valuations
The work performed by the valuers resulted in an annual
revaluation uplift of $x million, or a x% increase above book value.
By location, Auckland was the largest contributor to the total year
end valuation results with an unrealised revaluation increase of
$x million or 84% of the total portfolio uplift. By sector, and at
~50% of Argosy’s portfolio by value Industrial was the key driver
of the overall gain at $x million, up x% on book value. The Office
portfolio increased $x million, and Large Format Retail increased
by $x million.
As a result of the FY22 revaluation gain, Argosy’s NTA increased
to $1.xx, or xx% from $1.64 at 31 March 2021. Following the
revaluation, Argosy’s portfolio shows a contract yield on values of
5.xx% and a yield on fully let market rentals of 5.xx%.
Outlook
With the economy facing a range of headwinds, the next 6-12
months will be challenging for the domestic economy, but we’re
ready for it. We’ll continue to work hard on the things we can
control. On the operational side this is leasing up vacancies and
renewing expiring leases. On the strategic side, we’ll keep
working closely with our tenants and supporting their growth
aspirations, completing our existing green projects and master
planning and development of our value add opportunities. All of
these support the delivery of our ten year strategic plan and
sustainable distributions to shareholders.
I look forward to updating all our stakeholders at our Annual
Meeting in June.
PETER MENCE
Chief Executive Officer
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Chief Financial Officer
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A sustainable
focus
Peter Mence (right)
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Dave Fraser (left)
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
“The financial year has definitely been influenced by a
weaker economic and operating environment.”
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NET PROPERTY INCOME
$116.5m
Up 3.3% for the period
The business is in good shape with a solid capital
position. Whilst we experienced positive leasing and
rent review results over the period, the extended
time to close leasing opportunities persisted and we
expect this to continue for the FY25 financial year.
KEY METRICS FOR THE PERIOD INCLUDE:
•Net property income for the period of $116.5 million, up 3.3%
on the prior comparable period;
•$111.7 million revaluation loss for the 12 months to 31 March
($50.8 million recognised in the first half), down 5.4% on
book value, contributing to a full year net loss after tax of
$55.3 million;
•Net distributable income of $55.8 million vs. $64.2 million
for the prior comparable period;
•Sound portfolio metrics, with occupancy at 96.7% and WALT
of 5.2 years;
•NTA per share of $1.45, from $1.58 at 31 March 2023;
•Portfolio gearing steady at 36.5%, near the middle of the
target band of 30-40%;
•Divested four non Core assets for $93.1 million, achieving
above book value;
•Successful portfolio leasing and rent review outcomes,
including 3.5% annualised rental growth on rents reviewed
and 85% tenant retention rate;
•Execution of strategy, including obtaining 6 Green Star
Built and 5.5 NABERSNZ certification on 8-14 Willis Street,
commencement of 224 Neilson Street targeting 6 Green
Stars and continuing the company’s portfolio transformation
and progress to a 50% green portfolio by 2031; and
•FY25 dividend guidance of 6.65 cents per share, in line with
the prior year.
Although our portfolio occupancy at 96.7% is solid, the
next 12 months is expected to be challenging in a weaker
economic environment as we seek to address near term expiries
and vacancy.
We're pleased with the way our Health & Safety framework is
working, and we’ll continue to work collaboratively with our key
stakeholders towards our goal of zero harm. We are seeing
increased market interest and demand for green buildings,
particularly in relation to our current industrial development
project at Neilson Street.
We have adjusted our Investment Policy target bands, with
a 5% increase to our Auckland Industrial weighting and a
commensurate reduction to Wellington Office. The continued
favourable characteristics of the Industrial sector, coupled with
growing demand for green buildings will see the portfolio well
placed to benefit from these drivers over the long term.
Financial Results
STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
For the 12 months to 31 March, Argosy reported net property
income of $116.5 million for the period, up $3.7 million or 3.3%
compared with the prior comparable period.
Net property income was bolstered by solid like-for-like rental
growth, driven by contributions from rent reviews and income
from completed developments.
Net interest expense of $43.7 million was up $7.4 million on the
prior comparable period, primarily due to higher floating rates,
higher average debt and lower capitalised interest.
Annual valuations for the year to 31 March 2024 were performed
by CBRE Limited and Colliers International New Zealand
Limited. The total unrealised revaluation loss for the year to
31 March was $111.7 million or 5.4% on book value. In general,
portfolio capitalisation rate softening of 37 basis points to
6.21% was the key driver of revaluation decrease. Of the annual
decline, $50.8 million was recognised in the interim result at
30 September 2023.
By sector, Industrial decreased $51.2 million or 4.8%. The Office
portfolio declined by $49.9 million or 6.1% and Large Format
Retail declined by $10.6 million or 5.1%. The portfolio is 8.6%
under-rented, excluding market rent on developments.
As a result of the FY24 revaluations, Argosy’s NTA declined
to $1.45 per share from $1.58 at 31 March 2023. Following the
revaluation, Argosy’s portfolio shows a contract yield on values
of 6.05% and a yield on fully let market rentals of 6.73%.
The revaluation loss contributed to the net loss after tax of
$55.3 million, compared to a net loss of $80.8 million in FY23.
DISTRIBUTABLE INCOME
Net distributable income for the year was $55.8 million
compared to $64.2 million in the prior comparable period
(which included a $3.0 million settlement for the failed sale of
the Albany Lifestyle Centre).
Portfolio Metrics, Rent Reviews and Leasing
Peter Mence said “The full year has definitely been influenced
by a tougher economic environment. However, the team has
delivered solid results across our core operating metrics.”
As at 31 March, Argosy’s WALT was 5.2 years and portfolio
occupancy was 96.7%.
For the period to 31 March 2024, Argosy completed 115 rent
reviews, achieving annualised rental growth of 3.5%. These
reviews were achieved on rents totalling $93.1 million.
On rents subject to review by sector, Argosy achieved
annualised rental growth of 3.4% for Industrial rent reviews,
3.5% for Office rent reviews and 4.0% for Large Format Retail
rent reviews.
For the period to 31 March 2024, 65% of rents reviewed were
subject to fixed reviews, 28% were market reviews and 7% were
CPI based.
Argosy completed 44 leasing transactions across 151,660m2 of
NLA over the period to 31 March. Lease transactions were made
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Key leasing transaction successes over the financial
year include:
•The Mind Lab Limited, 99-107 Khyber Pass, 875m
2
renewed
for 4 years;
•Electrix Limited, 15 Unity Drive and Rothwell Avenue,
14,000m
2
renewed for 4 years;
•Instant Offices NZ Limited, 105 Carlton Gore Road for 1,102m
2
on a new 8 year lease;
•The Warehouse, Albany Mega Centre, 908m
2
renewed for
3 years;
•The Warehouse, Taupo, 4,212m
2
renewed for 5 years;
•NIWA, 82 Wyndham Street, 2,650m
2
on a new 12 year lease;
•Colgate Palmolive, 105 Carlton Gore Road for 561m
2
on a new
6 year lease;
•Stantec New Zealand, 105 Carlton Gore Road for 1,647m
2
on
a new 8 year lease;
•Harbour Cancer Centre, 105 Carlton Gore Road for 772m
2
on
a new 12 year lease; and
•Mainfreight Limited, 32 Bell Avenue, 8,138m
2
on a 13
month extension.
Peter Mence said "We have retained important tenants, with a
retention rate above 85%, as well as attracting very good new
tenants to the portfolio.
The softer leasing environment identified at our interim results
has persisted over the second half of the financial year. This
weakness was offset to a degree by the ongoing strong bottom-
up fundamentals for the Auckland Industrial sub-sector. This
sector continues to show low forecast vacancy and positive
rental growth, coupled with a large reduction in forecast new
supply. The Industrial sector is forecast to deliver solid returns
over the next three years and we will increase our focus on
this sector.
Our portfolio is 51% weighted to Industrial and our pipeline of
green Value Add development Industrial sites, such as 224
Neilson Street which is now under construction, continues to
improve portfolio quality and resilience over the longer term.”
Investment Policy Bands
During the year, the Board and Management made a strategic
decision to adjust Argosy’s Investment Policy target bands to
increase the portfolio weighting towards the Industrial sector
and reduce the weighting to Wellington Office. Accordingly,
by portfolio value, the Industrial target is now 60-70% (was
55-65%), Office is now 20-30% (was 25-35%). There is no
change to our Large Format Retail band of 5-15%.
Peter Mence said “As you would expect, we consistently
monitor changes in the external environment. We have
continued to undertake regular assessment of Value Add
opportunities within the portfolio, supported by external
research & analysis of forecast sector returns.
Auckland Industrial is forecast to be one of the best performing
sectors over the medium to longer term. The benefit of having a
diversified portfolio is that it allows us to adjust our weightings
and allocations based on longer term trends.
The combination of delivering on our Value Add opportunities
and strategic acquisitions and divestments along the way,
means that we expect to be close to or within our new target
bands over the next five years.”
Value Add Developments
NEILSON STREET, ONEHUNGA
This project is the first of Argosy’s Value Add green industrial
estates and is now under development. On a 3.5 hectare site
and with an expected value on completion of over $110 million,
this will be Argosy’s largest industrial build to date, when
completed in late 2025. This new investment comes at a
time when parts of the Auckland region are facing the lowest
levels of industrial building construction for over a decade.
It is strategically located 8km from the Auckland CBD, with
excellent access to both motorway networks. The project is
being developed in two phases and is ultimately expected to
total around 17,200m
2
of warehouse NLA. The first phase is a
5,000m
2
warehouse targeting completion by March 2025 with
phase two, a 12,200m
2
warehouse expected to be delivered by
the end of 2025.
Both high stud, column free warehouses are targeting 6 Green
Star Design and As Built ratings. The design team have
incorporated a wide range of green initiatives to help achieve
the 6 Star rating, including low carbon concrete, rainwater
harvesting, solar electricity generation and intelligent lighting
and air conditioning. Furthermore, with approximately 1,750
solar panels generating over 1.2GWh of energy annually, on
completion the facility will have one of the largest rooftop
photovoltaic installations in the country.
“The development is underway and the level of tenant leasing
enquiry is encouraging with strong market demand for modern,
well located and sustainable buildings. Sustainability driven
projects like 224 Neilson Street, coupled with strong market
fundamentals for Industrial property over the long term,
positions us very well for the future.” said Peter Mence.
MT RICHMOND
Master Planning continues at this 10.6 hectare Value Add
green development site in the central industrial precinct of
Mt Wellington, only 15km from the Auckland CBD. The Mt
Richmond development remains an important part of our
long term strategy given our positive view of the Industrial
DEBT-TO-TOTAL ASSETS AT 31 MARCH
36.5%
Middle of target 30-40% band
WEIGHTED AVERAGE DEBT TENOR
2.3yrs
Includes bonds
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sector over the long term. With the 224 Neilson Street
development now underway, potential commencement of the
Mt Richmond development has been deferred and the current
leases extended.
DIVESTMENT OF NON CORE ASSETS
The non Core asset at 10 Transport Place, East Tamaki, was
sold during the second half of the year for $38 million, at a
pleasing 7.3% premium to 31 March 2023 book value. Other
non Core properties at 302 & 308 Great South Road were
sold for $19.9 million. 8 Forge Way, Auckland, was also sold
for $35.2 million and is expected to settle 25 March 2025. All
proceeds will initially be used to reduce bank debt.
CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
As at 31 March, Argosy’s debt to total assets ratio, excluding
capitalised borrowing costs, was 36.5% compared to 35.1% at
31 March 2023. The ratio reflects the net impact of revaluation
losses, divestments and development activity during the period.
Argosy’s year end gearing sits towards the middle of its target
gearing band of 30-40%, and well below its bank covenant
of 50%.
During the period Argosy increased and extended its
syndicated bank facilities with ANZ Bank of New Zealand
Limited, Bank of New Zealand Limited, The Hongkong
and Shanghai Banking Corporation, Commonwealth Bank of
Australia, Westpac New Zealand Limited and Industrial and
Commercial Bank of China Limited. The total amount of the
bank facilities are $525 million.
Argosy’s weighted average debt tenor, including bonds, was 2.3
years (3.2 years at 31 March 2023) with the nearest tranche of
bank debt expiring in April 2025. The weighted average interest
rate was 5.59% (5.39% at 31 March 2023).
OUTLOOK
Despite a muted outlook for the next 12 months, we
remain confident in and committed to, the delivery of our
long term strategy, including the payment of sustainable
dividends to shareholders and building a better future for all
our stakeholders.
Peter Mence
Chief Executive Officer
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dividends
“After another challenging year affected by lockdowns
and traffic light settings, its pleasing to have delivered
what we consider to be a very solid full year result to
shareholders.”
Peter Mence
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Dave Fraser
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
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We delivered on all of our operational focus areas around
vacancies, key expiries and completing developments. We also
divested non-core buildings during the year at healthy premiums
to book value. Our core portfolio metrics have remained sound
despite the operational environment being so difficult for
everyone.
8-14 Willis Street has now been handed over to Statistics New
Zealand. At a total cost o
f $xm, the handover sees Argosy complete
its largest green development project in its history. If we achieve
our target 6 Green Stars the building will certainly be the jewel in
our crown. The Wellington office market continues to exhibit
strong fundamentals which we don’t see waning for some time.
Our ongoing exposure to Government rental streams provides a
high degree of certainty and stability during uncertain times.
Master planning at Argosy’s two key Auckland industrial estates
at Mt Richmond Road and Neilson Street are progressing and we
are fielding a lot of market inquiry for these sites which will be
repurposed into green industrial estates. We’re excited about the
potential these sustainably focused properties bring to the
portfolio and the cross section of new industrial tenants showing
interest. We think strong industrial fundamentals and the fact the
sector is forecast to be the best performer over the next five years
is underpinning occupier interest.
The balance of the portfolio is in excellent shape. Argosy’s capital
structure is sound and we have capacity to execute on
opportunities as they arise. However, with interest rates rising it
we are focusing more on our organic value add development
pipeline. Given the pipeline of work we see ahead, we’ve
resourced the business and development team up accordingly.
Highlights
Key highlights for the period include:
•
Continued focus on sustainability and green developments;
•
Record interim net profit after tax of $xx.0 million;
•
Net property income for the period up xx%;
•
High occupancy (~9x%) and WALT (5.x years);
•
Strong portfolio leasing and rent review outcomes, including
xx% annualised rental growth on rents reviewed;
•
7WQ in Wellington is now 100% leased;
•
$xx million annual revaluation gain, an increase of x% on book
value;
•
Increase in NTA per share to $1.xx from $1.53 at 31 March 2021,
a xx% increase; and
•
FY23 dividend guidance of 6.65 cents per share under the new
dividend policy which commenced from 1 April 2022.
Financial Results
Statement of Comprehensive Income
For the 12 months to 31 March, Argosy reported net property
income of $xx million for the period, up x% compared with the
prior comparable period.
Solid like for like rental growth was bolstered by a full year
contribution from Mt Richmond and lower Covid-19 rent rebates
over the period, partially offset by disposals.
For the year to 31 March, Argosy provided for $x million in rental
abatements to tenants and no deferrals.
Net interest expense of $xx million was up/down by $xx million
on the prior comparable period, primarily due to xxx [lower
overall debt levels and higher capitalised interest].
Annual valuations for the year to 31 March were performed by
CBRE, Colliers International New Zealand Limited, Bayleys and
Jones Lang Lasalle. The total unrealised revaluation gain for the
year to 31 March was $xx million or a xx% increase above book
value. The portfolio is x% under-rented, excluding market rent
on vacant space.
Current tax expense was higher / lower due to large deductions
recorded in the prior comparable period and the non-assessable
deposit for the Albany Lifestyle Centre.
Distributable Income
Net distributable income for the year was $xx million compared
to $.0 million in the prior comparable period.
Valuations
The work performed by the valuers resulted in an annual
revaluation uplift of $x million, or a x% increase above book value.
By location, Auckland was the largest contributor to the total year
end valuation results with an unrealised revaluation increase of
$x million or 84% of the total portfolio uplift. By sector, and at
~50% of Argosy’s portfolio by value Industrial was the key driver
of the overall gain at $x million, up x% on book value. The Office
portfolio increased $x million, and Large Format Retail increased
by $x million.
As a result of the FY22 revaluation gain, Argosy’s NTA increased
to $1.xx, or xx% from $1.64 at 31 March 2021. Following the
revaluation, Argosy’s portfolio shows a contract yield on values of
5.xx% and a yield on fully let market rentals of 5.xx%.
Outlook
With the economy facing a range of headwinds, the next 6-12
months will be challenging for the domestic economy, but we’re
ready for it. We’ll continue to work hard on the things we can
control. On the operational side this is leasing up vacancies and
renewing expiring leases. On the strategic side, we’ll keep
working closely with our tenants and supporting their growth
aspirations, completing our existing green projects and master
planning and development of our value add opportunities. All of
these support the delivery of our ten year strategic plan and
sustainable distributions to shareholders.
I look forward to updating all our stakeholders at our Annual
Meeting in June.
PETER MENCE
Chief Executive Officer
NEED TO UPDATE
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Chief Financial Officer
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Chief Financial Officer
1-3 Unity Drive, Auckland.
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Investment Framework
Argosy has a Clearly Defined Investment Strategy
Argosy is, and will remain, invested in a portfolio that is
diversified by sector, location and tenant mix. The Investment
Strategy is unchanged and Argosy’s portfolio will continue to
consist primarily of Core and Value Add properties.
Core
Core properties are well constructed, well located assets which
are intended to be long-term investments of more than 10
years. The Core properties target is between 75% to 90% of the
portfolio by value. Core properties are well located with strong
long-term generic demand, a leasing profile that provides for
rental growth of at least CPI and good structural integrity with
minimal maintenance capital expenditure required.
Value Add
Value Add properties are assets which, through skilled asset
management, can increase future earnings and provide capital
growth. Value Add properties will already be well located
with the potential for strong long-term tenant demand. These
properties are available for near to medium-term repositioning
or development with the view to moving into the Core category.
Investment Policy
The Investment Policy clearly defines what properties Argosy
will seek to own by setting the boundaries within which it
will operate and invest. It delivers a clear acquisition checklist
and every potential acquisition (and portfolio asset) can be
measured against that checklist.
In some cases, a portfolio of assets may be considered for
acquisition. The strategy for a potential portfolio acquisition
must be consistent with the overall Argosy Portfolio Investment
Strategy (i.e. the majority by value of the properties are either
Core or offer potential to move to Core in the medium-term).
In certain circumstances, exceptions to the Investment Policy
may be considered where an acquisition is made to meet the
requirements of a valued tenant.
Investment Policy target bands also reflect development
opportunities over the medium-term and the effect on overall
portfolio composition. The Industrial target is 60-70%, Office is
20-30% and the Large Format Retail target is 5-15%. Argosy’s
diversified portfolio of quality properties has an average value of
$39.5 million. Liquid properties, which are properties that could
potentially be under contract within a short period, currently
represent 18% of the portfolio or $362 million.
Capital Management
The optimal capital structure for Argosy is one that enables it
to maximise its earnings yield through the property cycle within
the following parameters:
•properties can be acquired when they meet the approved
Investment Policy criteria, or sold when they are non Core;
•there are no forced sales of properties or a requirement to
issue equity at a price that is dilutive to shareholders;
•measured dividend growth is maintained.
Argosy’s debt-to-total assets ratio target band remains at
30-40%. This band allows Argosy flexibility to react to changing
financial and property market conditions. Any movement
beyond pre-set parameters requires an action plan and
timeframe to move debt levels to within the prescribed range.
Risk Management
Argosy strives to deliver reliable and attractive returns to
shareholders. It takes a considered approach to development,
acquisition, divestment, leasing and capital management
decisions, reflecting its proposition to shareholders as a yield-
based investment.
Argosy has a robust risk assessment process. Risk assessment
reviews are carried out by a representative cross-section
of Argosy’s management team at least twice a year in
accordance with Argosy’s Risk Management Framework. A
risk assessment review has three phases: identification of
material risks arising from Argosy’s operation; assessment of
the probability and consequences of the risk; and development
of controls to achieve a level of residual risk that is within
Argosy’s risk appetite.
Argosy generally operates within a medium, low to very low
overall risk range. Argosy has a low risk appetite for risks
associated with managing developments, Value Add projects
and compliance matters. Please also refer pages 73-74 of
this report.
PORTFOLIO MIX BY SECTOR
51%Industrial
39%Office
10%Large Format Retail
“Our Investment Policy is a key pillar of
our strategy of creating a green, resilient and
diversified portfolio.”
Peter Mence
CEO
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INDUSTRIAL SECTOR WEIGHTING
51%
AUCKLAND PORTFOLIO VALUE
69%
Numbers at a glance
1-3 Unity Drive Auckland
Unit of
measureIndustrialOffice
Large Format
RetailTotal
Number of buildingsno. 33 13 4 50
Market value of assets$m 1,015 763 195 1,974
Net lettable aream² 446,637 127,973 50,204 624,814
Occupancy factor by rent%99.194.0100.09 6.7
Weighted average lease termyears 5.9 5.1 2.5 5.2
Average value$m 30.8 58.7 48.9 39.5
Passing yield
1
%5.546.516.866.05
1. Passing yield excludes 224 Neilson Street.
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0
5
10
15
20
Mar-35+Mar-34Mar-33Mar-32Mar-31Mar-30Mar-29Mar-28Mar-27Mar-26Mar-25Vacant
15.0
0.6
3.8
8.5
3.8
8.8
7.5
16.8
14.9
8.58.5
3.3
Per
centage of portfolio by income
NEW LEASES COMPLETED IN FY24 by sector
Floor Area
(sqm)
Average
Lease Term
(years)
No. of
Leases
Office21,2696.526
Industrial122,0143.411
Large Format Retail8,3765.17
Total151,6605.144
RENT REVIEWS IN FY24 by sector
No. of
Reviews
Annualised
Rent
Increase
Increase
over
Contract ($)
Industrial403.4%2,096,753
Office533.5%3,175,404
Large Format Retail224.0%271,022
Total1153.5%5,543,179
TOTAL PORTFOLIO VALUE
by sector
LEASE EXPIRY PROFILE
by rent
TOTAL PORTFOLIO VALUE
by region
PORTFOLIO MIX
by type
69% Auckland
28% Wellington
3% North Island regional or
South Island
88% Core properties
11% Value-add properties
1% Properties & land to divest
ANNUALISED RENT GROWTH
3.5%
Across 115 rent reviews on $93m of rental income
CORE PROPERTIES
88%
of total portfolio
51% Industrial
39% Office
10% Large Format Retail
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Our Leadership
& Governance
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Our Leadership & Governance
Ethics & Values
ARGOSY'S APPROACH
Our values guide our internal conduct as well as our
relationships with external parties. In striving for outstanding
performance, we do not compromise our ethics or principles. We
place great importance on honesty, integrity, quality and trust.
Our values
•Ethics – Inspiring trust in our actions by doing the right thing.
•Culture – Creating a fun environment that encourages
inclusiveness and teamwork.
•Respect – Treating all stakeholders with courtesy
and understanding.
•Accountability – Taking ownership and responsibility.
•Communication – Promoting effective communication to
all stakeholders.
Governance
Argosy will maintain the highest standards of corporate
behaviour and accountability.
Argosy's approach
The Company is committed to fostering open and transparent
communications with investors, ensuring it delivers to the
highest standards and complies with the NZX listing rules.
Argosy is proactive in meeting all its continuous disclosure
obligations to ensure that all investors are fully informed
of all material information necessary to assess the
Company’s performance.
Argosy upholds the highest ethical standards, acting in good
faith and in the best interests of shareholders at all times.
The ethical and behavioural standards we expect of Directors,
officers and employees are set out in our Code of Conduct
and Ethics. Argosy’s website contains key governance policies
which support the delivery of the highest standards of corporate
behaviour. Policies include but are not limited to:
•Code of conduct and ethics;
•Conflicts of interests;
•Reporting against the NZX code;
•Diversity;
•Sustainability;
•Insider trading; and
•Shareholder communications.
Performance
Argosy regularly reviews the performance, skills and structure
of its Board and Committees to ensure independent and
effective governance.
Annual Meeting
Argosy’s Annual Shareholders Meeting (ASM) will be held as a
hybrid meeting on 18 June at 2pm at the Royal New Zealand
Yacht Squadron in Auckland. Argosy continues to utilise the
hybrid functionality of the ASM. It allows shareholders to attend
virtually and participate in all elements of the meeting including
questions and answers and completing all voting.
Jeff Morrison and Stuart McLauchlan will retire in accordance
with the Company’s constitution and the NZX Listing Rules
and will be eligible for re-election. As usual, all shareholders
are encouraged to attend the meeting where you will have
the opportunity to listen to and meet the Board of Directors
in person.
Retail Roadshow
The 2024 Retail Roadshow schedule has been finalised. Chief
Executive Officer Peter Mence, is planning a 13-city visit
of New Zealand from June to July. The Retail Roadshow
remains an important engagement tool for Management to meet
directly with shareholders and update them on the company's
performance, sustainability goals and 10-year strategic plan.
Argosy shareholders have always demonstrated a thorough
understanding of the firm and the listed property market
in general.
Key Dates
(indicative only and subject to change)
18 JUNE 2024
Annual Shareholders Meeting.
26 JUNE 2024
Final quarter FY24 dividend payment.
19 JUNE 2024
Annual Retail Roadshow commences and ends Friday
12 July.
SEPTEMBER 2024
1
st
Quarter FY25 dividend payment.
NOVEMBER 2024
FY25 Interim results release.
DECEMBER 2024
2
nd
Quarter FY25 dividend payment.
ANNUAL MEETING
18 June
Hybrid meeting to be held in Auckland
ANNUAL RETAIL ROADSHOW STARTS
19 June
13 city Retail Roadshow commences
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Meet our
Board of Directors
Our Leadership & Governance
Board of Directors
Jeff Morrison
Chair
Director since July 2013
Mr Morrison has 40 years of experience as a property lawyer,
29 of them as a commercial property partner at Russell
McVeagh, and now practises on his own account. Mr Morrison
is a trustee of the Spirit of Adventure and other charitable trusts
and holds a number of private company directorships. Mr
Morrison is a qualified lawyer with a Bachelor of Laws degree
from The University of Auckland. He is also a member of the
Institute of Directors in New Zealand.
Jeff Morrison
Chair
Chris Gudgeon
Director
Director since November 2018
Mr Gudgeon has been involved in property investment,
development and construction in New Zealand for more than
25 years. He was previously Chief Executive of Kiwi Property
Group and Capital Properties NZ Ltd. He is currently a director
of Crown Infrastructure Partners and Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei
Whai Rawa Limited. Mr Gudgeon holds an MBA from the
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of
Engineering degree from The University of Canterbury. He is a
Fellow of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and is a
past President of Property Council New Zealand.
Chris Gudgeon
Director
Stuart McLauchlan
Director
Director since August 2018
Mr McLauchlan is a Senior Partner of GS McLauchlan & Co
Business Advisors and Accountants, a prominent businessman
and company director. He is a Director of Scenic Hotels Group
Limited, Dunedin Casinos Limited, EBOS Group Limited and
several other companies. Mr McLauchlan is also Chairman of
the NZ Sports Hall of Fame, AD Instruments Pty Limited and
Scott Technology Limited. He is also a past President of the New
Zealand Institute of Directors. Mr McLauchlan is a qualified
accountant with a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the
University of Otago, an FCA from Chartered Accountants
Australia and New Zealand and is a Chartered Fellow of the New
Zealand Institute of Directors.
Stuart McLauchlan
Director
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Mike Pohio
Director
Director since February 2019
Mr Pohio has 25 years of senior executive and governance
experience across a range of industries including property,
investment, port/logistics and dairy. He is the Chairman of Ngāi
Tahu Holdings Corporation (NTHC), Rotoiti 15 Investments LP
and Mana Ahuriri Holdings L P. He is also a director on the board
of Te Atiawa Iwi Holdings. Mr Pohio holds an MBA from IMD,
Lausanne, an FCA from Chartered Accountants Australia and
New Zealand and is a Chartered Member of the New Zealand
Institute of Directors.
Mike Pohio
Director
Martin Stearne
Director
Director since March 2020
Mr Stearne has over 20 years commercial and capital markets
experience, primarily gained during his time at Jarden and its
predecessors from 1995 until 2015. He currently holds
appointments to the NZX Listing Subcommittee, the Takeovers
Panel and the Investment Committee of the Impact Enterprise
Fund. He is a member of INFINZ and IceAngels. Mr Stearne
holds a B.Sc (Hons) in maths and a B.Com in finance from the
University of Otago. He is also a member of the New Zealand
Institute of Directors.
Martin Stearne
Director
Rachel Winder
Director
Director since August 2019
Mrs Winder has been involved in the property sector for over
20 years across a variety of senior roles including strategy,
portfolio management, financial management, development,
and leadership. Her experience spans small, medium and large
enterprise across construction, telecommunications and
financial services. Mrs Winder has a particular interest in how
property strategy can be an enabler for business performance.
Currently consulting across a range of entities including the
government sector, Rachel holds an MBA from the University
of Otago and a Bachelor of Property from Auckland University.
She is also a member of Property Council New Zealand and the
New Zealand Institute of Directors.
Rachel Winder
Director
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Jeff Morrison
Chair
Director since July 2013
Mr Morrison has 40 years of experience as a property lawyer,
29 of them as a commercial property partner at Russell
McVeagh, and now practises on his own account. Mr Morrison
is a trustee of the Spirit of Adventure and other charitable
trusts and holds a number of private company directorships.
Mr Morrison is a qualified lawyer with a Bachelor of Laws degree
from The University of Auckland. He is also a member of the
Institute of Directors in New Zealand.
Chris Gudgeon
Director
Director since November 2018
Mr Gudgeon has been involved in property investment,
development and construction in New Zealand for more than
25 years. He was previously Chief Executive of Kiwi Property
Group and Capital Properties NZ Ltd. He is currently a director
of Crown Infrastructure Partners and Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei
Whai Rawa Limited. Mr Gudgeon holds an MBA from the
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of
Engineering degree from The University of Canterbury. He is
a Fellow of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and is a
past President of Property Council New Zealand.
Stuart
McLauchlan
Director
Director since August 2018
Director since August 2018, Mr McLauchlan is a Senior Partner
of GS McLauchlan & Co Business Advisors and Accountants,
a prominent businessman and company director. He is a
Director of Scenic Hotels Group Limited, Dunedin Casinos
Limited, EBOS Group Limited and several other companies. Mr
McLauchlan is also Chairman of the NZ Sports Hall of Fame, AD
Instruments Pty Limited, Scott Technology Limited and Skyline
Aviation Limited. He is also a past President of the New Zealand
Institute of Directors. Mr McLauchlan is a qualified accountant
with a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of
Otago, an FCA from Chartered Accountants Australia and New
Zealand and is a Chartered Fellow of the New Zealand Institute
of Directors.
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Mike Pohio
Director
Director since February 2019
Director since February 2019, Mr Pohio has 30 years of
senior executive and governance experience across a range
of industries including property, investment, port/logistics and
dairy. He is the Chairman of Rotoiti 15 Investments LP and Mana
Ahuriri Holdings LP. He is also a director on the board of Kiwi
Group Capital and Whakapoungakau 24 LP. Mr Pohio holds an
MBA from IMD, Lausanne, an FCA from Chartered Accountants
Australia and New Zealand and is a Chartered Fellow of the New
Zealand Institute of Directors.
Our Leadership & Governance
Board of Directors
Jeff Morrison
Chair
Director since July 2013
Mr Morrison has 40 years of experience as a property lawyer,
29 of them as a commercial property partner at Russell
McVeagh, and now practises on his own account. Mr Morrison
is a trustee of the Spirit of Adventure and other charitable trusts
and holds a number of private company directorships. Mr
Morrison is a qualified lawyer with a Bachelor of Laws degree
from The University of Auckland. He is also a member of the
Institute of Directors in New Zealand.
Jeff Morrison
Chair
Chris Gudgeon
Director
Director since November 2018
Mr Gudgeon has been involved in property investment,
development and construction in New Zealand for more than
25 years. He was previously Chief Executive of Kiwi Property
Group and Capital Properties NZ Ltd. He is currently a director
of Crown Infrastructure Partners and Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei
Whai Rawa Limited. Mr Gudgeon holds an MBA from the
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of
Engineering degree from The University of Canterbury. He is a
Fellow of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and is a
past President of Property Council New Zealand.
Chris Gudgeon
Director
Stuart McLauchlan
Director
Director since August 2018
Mr McLauchlan is a Senior Partner of GS McLauchlan & Co
Business Advisors and Accountants, a prominent businessman
and company director. He is a Director of Scenic Hotels Group
Limited, Dunedin Casinos Limited, EBOS Group Limited and
several other companies. Mr McLauchlan is also Chairman of
the NZ Sports Hall of Fame, AD Instruments Pty Limited and
Scott Technology Limited. He is also a past President of the New
Zealand Institute of Directors. Mr McLauchlan is a qualified
accountant with a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the
University of Otago, an FCA from Chartered Accountants
Australia and New Zealand and is a Chartered Fellow of the New
Zealand Institute of Directors.
Stuart McLauchlan
Director
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Mike Pohio
Director
Director since February 2019
Mr Pohio has 25 years of senior executive and governance
experience across a range of industries including property,
investment, port/logistics and dairy. He is the Chairman of Ngāi
Tahu Holdings Corporation (NTHC), Rotoiti 15 Investments LP
and Mana Ahuriri Holdings L P. He is also a director on the board
of Te Atiawa Iwi Holdings. Mr Pohio holds an MBA from IMD,
Lausanne, an FCA from Chartered Accountants Australia and
New Zealand and is a Chartered Member of the New Zealand
Institute of Directors.
Mike Pohio
Director
Martin Stearne
Director
Director since March 2020
Mr Stearne has over 20 years commercial and capital markets
experience, primarily gained during his time at Jarden and its
predecessors from 1995 until 2015. He currently holds
appointments to the NZX Listing Subcommittee, the Takeovers
Panel and the Investment Committee of the Impact Enterprise
Fund. He is a member of INFINZ and IceAngels. Mr Stearne
holds a B.Sc (Hons) in maths and a B.Com in finance from the
University of Otago. He is also a member of the New Zealand
Institute of Directors.
Martin Stearne
Director
Rachel Winder
Director
Director since August 2019
Mrs Winder has been involved in the property sector for over
20 years across a variety of senior roles including strategy,
portfolio management, financial management, development,
and leadership. Her experience spans small, medium and large
enterprise across construction, telecommunications and
financial services. Mrs Winder has a particular interest in how
property strategy can be an enabler for business performance.
Currently consulting across a range of entities including the
government sector, Rachel holds an MBA from the University
of Otago and a Bachelor of Property from Auckland University.
She is also a member of Property Council New Zealand and the
New Zealand Institute of Directors.
Rachel Winder
Director
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Martin Stearne
Director
Director since March 2020
Mr Stearne has over 25 years of commercial and capital
markets experience. He worked at First NZ Capital (now
Jarden) and its predecessor firms from 1995 until 2015. He
is now a senior advisor to Montarne Capital Partners. He
holds appointments to the NZX’s NZRegCo Advisory Panel, the
Takeovers Panel and the Investment Committee of the Impact
Enterprise Fund. He is a member of INFINZ and IceAngels. Mr
Stearne holds a B.Sc (Hons) in maths and a B.Com in finance
from the University of Otago. He is also a member of the New
Zealand Institute of Directors.
Our Leadership & Governance
Board of Directors
Jeff Morrison
Chair
Director since July 2013
Mr Morrison has 40 years of experience as a property lawyer,
29 of them as a commercial property partner at Russell
McVeagh, and now practises on his own account. Mr Morrison
is a trustee of the Spirit of Adventure and other charitable trusts
and holds a number of private company directorships. Mr
Morrison is a qualified lawyer with a Bachelor of Laws degree
from The University of Auckland. He is also a member of the
Institute of Directors in New Zealand.
Jeff Morrison
Chair
Chris Gudgeon
Director
Director since November 2018
Mr Gudgeon has been involved in property investment,
development and construction in New Zealand for more than
25 years. He was previously Chief Executive of Kiwi Property
Group and Capital Properties NZ Ltd. He is currently a director
of Crown Infrastructure Partners and Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei
Whai Rawa Limited. Mr Gudgeon holds an MBA from the
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of
Engineering degree from The University of Canterbury. He is a
Fellow of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and is a
past President of Property Council New Zealand.
Chris Gudgeon
Director
Stuart McLauchlan
Director
Director since August 2018
Mr McLauchlan is a Senior Partner of GS McLauchlan & Co
Business Advisors and Accountants, a prominent businessman
and company director. He is a Director of Scenic Hotels Group
Limited, Dunedin Casinos Limited, EBOS Group Limited and
several other companies. Mr McLauchlan is also Chairman of
the NZ Sports Hall of Fame, AD Instruments Pty Limited and
Scott Technology Limited. He is also a past President of the New
Zealand Institute of Directors. Mr McLauchlan is a qualified
accountant with a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the
University of Otago, an FCA from Chartered Accountants
Australia and New Zealand and is a Chartered Fellow of the New
Zealand Institute of Directors.
Stuart McLauchlan
Director
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Mike Pohio
Director
Director since February 2019
Mr Pohio has 25 years of senior executive and governance
experience across a range of industries including property,
investment, port/logistics and dairy. He is the Chairman of Ngāi
Tahu Holdings Corporation (NTHC), Rotoiti 15 Investments LP
and Mana Ahuriri Holdings L P. He is also a director on the board
of Te Atiawa Iwi Holdings. Mr Pohio holds an MBA from IMD,
Lausanne, an FCA from Chartered Accountants Australia and
New Zealand and is a Chartered Member of the New Zealand
Institute of Directors.
Mike Pohio
Director
Martin Stearne
Director
Director since March 2020
Mr Stearne has over 20 years commercial and capital markets
experience, primarily gained during his time at Jarden and its
predecessors from 1995 until 2015. He currently holds
appointments to the NZX Listing Subcommittee, the Takeovers
Panel and the Investment Committee of the Impact Enterprise
Fund. He is a member of INFINZ and IceAngels. Mr Stearne
holds a B.Sc (Hons) in maths and a B.Com in finance from the
University of Otago. He is also a member of the New Zealand
Institute of Directors.
Martin Stearne
Director
Rachel Winder
Director
Director since August 2019
Mrs Winder has been involved in the property sector for over
20 years across a variety of senior roles including strategy,
portfolio management, financial management, development,
and leadership. Her experience spans small, medium and large
enterprise across construction, telecommunications and
financial services. Mrs Winder has a particular interest in how
property strategy can be an enabler for business performance.
Currently consulting across a range of entities including the
government sector, Rachel holds an MBA from the University
of Otago and a Bachelor of Property from Auckland University.
She is also a member of Property Council New Zealand and the
New Zealand Institute of Directors.
Rachel Winder
Director
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Rachel Winder
Director
Director since August 2019
Director since August 2019, Mrs Winder has been involved
in the property sector for over 20 years across a variety
of senior roles including strategy, portfolio management,
financial management, development and leadership. Her
experience spans small, medium and large enterprise across
construction, telecommunications and financial services.
Currently consulting across both the private and public sector,
Mrs Winder holds an MBA from the University of Otago and a
Bachelor of Property from Auckland University. She is also a
member of Property Council New Zealand and the New Zealand
Institute of Directors.
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Meet our Senior
Management Team
Our Leadership & Governance
To read bios of our people please visit
our website: argosy.co.nz/about-us/
our-people
Peter Mence
Chief Executive
Officer
Dave Fraser
Chief Financial
Officer
Anna Hamil
Financial Controller
David Snelling
General Counsel
Steve Freundlich
Head of Corporate
Communications &
Investor Relations
Saatyesh Bhana
Head of
Sustainability
Management Team
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Peter Mence
Chief Executive
Officer
Peter is the Chief Executive of Argosy Property Limited. An
engineer by background, Peter has 40 years of experience
in the property industry working with Progressive Enterprises,
Challenge Properties, Richard Ellis and Green and McCahill.
Peter joined Armstrong Jones (NZ) in 1994 and was appointed
General Manager of Argosy (then known as ING Property Trust)
in 2007. Instrumental in the rebranding and internalisation
of the company’s management, Peter was appointed Chief
Executive of the business in 2009.
Peter is a past lecturer in Advanced Property Management
at The University of Auckland and is a past President of the
Property Council New Zealand. He is a current Trustee of Saint
Andrews Village, and the New Zealand Sailing Trust.
In 2013 Peter was honoured with the Stuart McIntosh award in
recognition of his contribution to the University of Auckland.
In 2021, Peter was honoured as the Property Council New
Zealand Members’ Laureate, a lifetime membership awarded
once a year to the industry’s most respected leaders.
In 2023, Peter received the Supreme Award from the
Property Institute.
Dave Fraser
Chief Financial
Officer
Dave joined the team in 2011 and was originally responsible for
the planning and execution of the management internalisation
and Argosy’s corporatisation. He now oversees the financial
and corporate activities of the Company.
Dave has spent over 30 years in senior financial and general
management roles both in New Zealand and overseas,
including six years in Japan as a senior vice president with the
Jupiter Group.
He has broad experience in strategic and operational planning,
business development, debt restructures, equity raisings and
merger and acquisitions. In addition to being a qualified
Chartered Accountant, Dave has Bachelor of Commerce and
Master of Business Administration degrees from The University
of Auckland.
To read bios of all our people please visit our website:
argosy.co.nz/about-us/our-people
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Financial Summmary
NET PROPERTY INCOME
$m
99.799.7
106.5106.5
105.1
105.1
112.8112.8
116.5116.5
FY20FY21FY22FY23FY24
0
40
80
120
160
NET DISTRIBUTABLE INCOME
cents per share
7.207.20
8.14
8.14
7.687.68
7.587.58
6.586.58
FY20FY21FY22FY23FY24
0.00
2.00
4.00
6.00
8.00
10.00
DEBT-TO-TOTAL-ASSETS
percentage
38.838.8
35.935.9
31.131.1
35.135.1
36.536.5
FY20FY21FY22FY23FY24
0
10
20
30
40
50
FINANCIAL SUMMARY
Unit of
measure
FY2020FY2021FY2022FY2023FY2024
Net property income$m99.7106.5105.1112.8116.5
Profit before financial income/(expenses) and other
gains/(losses) and tax$m88.295.693.3102.0104.9
Revaluation gains on investment property$m59.9157.7163.7(146.6)(111.7)
Profit for the year (before taxation)$m123.9248.4241.2(70.9)(50.8)
Profit for the year (after taxation)$m119.1241.7236.2(80.8)(55.3)
Earnings per sharecents14.4029.0428.01(9.55)(6.53)
Gross distributable income per sharecents7.918.618.038.117.23
Net distributable income per sharecents7.208.147.687.586.58
Total assets$m1,929.62,156.82,291.52,212.62,069.0
Debt-to-total-assets%38.835.931.135.136.5
Net assets backing per sharecents130153174158145
Cash dividend per sharecents6.356.456.556.656.65
Shares on issue at year endm827.2839.5846.6846.7847.2
Total equity$m1,075.81,280.61,472.11,335.71,224.4
PROPERTY METRICS
Unit of
measure
FY2020FY2021FY2022FY2023FY2024
Number of tenantsno.177157157158155
Number of properties
1
no.5955535450
Average property value$m31.636.641.739.739.5
Net lettable areasqm584,932632,872629,449643,693624,814
Total book value$m1,866.92,010.82,207.52,144.81,973.8
Weighted average lease termyears6.095.515.675.395.17
Occupancy factor by rental%98.899.098.799.396.7
Occupancy factor by area%98.399.399.499.597.9
1.Certain titles have been consolidated and treated as one. The total number of buildings excludes properties held for sale.
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Our Leadership & Governance
211 Albany Highway Auckland
Consolidated
Financial Statements
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Consolidated Financial Statements
Consolidated Statement of Financial Position34
Consolidated Statement of
Comprehensive Income
35
Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity36
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows37
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements38
Independent Auditor's Report59
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
Note
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Non-current assets
Investment properties
5
2,013,7532,184,899
Derivative financial instruments
6
4,78414,818
Other non-current assets
7
283183
Total non-current assets2,018,8202,199,900
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
6
1,8292,057
Trade and other receivables
6,8
2,0705,166
Derivative financial instruments
6
5,072122
Other current assets
9
5,9965,190
Taxation receivable–202
14,96712,737
Investment property classified as held for sale
5, 10
35,200–
Total current assets50,16712,737
Total assets
4
2,068,9872,212,637
Shareholders' funds
Share capital
11
820,557820,069
Share based payments reserve
12
475673
Retained earnings
13
403,342514,953
Total shareholders' funds1,224,3741,335,695
Non-current liabilities
Interest bearing liabilities
14
738,057759,991
Derivative financial instruments
6
30,53236,252
Non-current lease liabilities
25
39,82639,953
Deferred tax
20
16,19218,059
Total non-current liabilities824,607854,255
Current liabilities
Trade and other payables
15
14,44718,796
Taxation payable1,377–
Current lease liabilities
25
127121
Other current liabilities
16
4,0553,770
Total current liabilities20,00622,687
Total liabilities844,613876,942
Total shareholders' funds and liabilities2,068,9872,212,637
For and on behalf of the Board
Jeff Morrison
Director
Stuart McLauchlan
Director
Date: 21 May 2024
The notes to the accounts form part of and are to be read in conjunction with these consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Note
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Gross property income from rentals131,015124,323
Gross property income from expense recoveries22,13620,212
Property expenses(36,690)(31,760)
Net property income
4
116,461112,775
Administration expenses
17
11,57110,792
Profit before financial income/(expenses), other gains/(losses) and tax104,890101,983
Financial income/(expenses)
Interest expense
18
(43,966)(36,414)
Gain/(loss) on derivative financial instruments held for trading6377,295
Interest income315126
(43,014)(28,993)
Other gains/(losses)
Revaluation gains/(losses) on investment property
5
(111,691)(146,557)
Realised gains/(losses) on disposal of investment property
5
(988)(369)
Settlement for failed sale of investment property–3,000
(112,679)(143,926)
Profit/(loss) before income tax attributable to shareholders(50,803)(70,936)
Taxation expense
19
4,4729,897
Profit/(loss) and total comprehensive income/(loss) after tax(55,275)(80,833)
All amounts are from continuing operations.
Earnings/(loss) per share
Basic and diluted earnings/(loss) per share (cents)
22
(6.53)(9.55)
The notes to the accounts form part of and are to be read in conjunction with these consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Note
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Shareholders' funds at the beginning of the year1,335,6951,472,122
Profit/(loss) and total comprehensive income/(loss) for the year(55,275)(80,833)
Contributions by shareholders
Dividends to shareholders
13
(56,336)(56,094)
Equity settled share based payments
12
290500
Shareholders' funds at the end of the year1,224,3741,335,695
The notes to the accounts form part of and are to be read in conjunction with these consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Cash flows from operating activities
Property income155,527145,804
Interest received315126
Settlement for failed sale of investment property–3,000
Cash was applied to:
Property expenses(36,809)(32,907)
Interest paid(41,104)(31,853)
Interest paid for ground lease(2,004)(2,009)
Employee benefits(6,485)(6,245)
Taxation paid(4,427)(4,581)
Other expenses(4,828)(4,308)
Net cash from/(used in) operating activities
21
60,18567,027
Cash flows from investing activities
Cash was provided from:
Sale of properties, deposits and deferrals57,16719,919
Cash was applied to:
Capital additions on investment properties(35,843)(54,267)
Capitalised interest on investment properties(1,985)(3,509)
Purchase of properties, deposits and deferrals(12)(33,177)
Net cash from/(used in) investing activities19,327(71,034)
Cash flows from financing activities
Cash was provided from:
Debt drawdown
14
49,384101,616
Cash was applied to:
Repayment of debt
14
(71,949)(38,577)
Dividends paid to shareholders net of reinvestments(56,670)(56,573)
Issue cost of shares–(10)
Repayment of lease liabilities(121)(116)
Bond costs(70)(63)
Facility refinancing fee(314)(378)
Swap contract termination payment–(1,498)
Net cash from/(used in) financing activities(79,740)4,401
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents(228)394
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period2,0571,663
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period1,8292,057
The notes to the accounts form part of and are to be read in conjunction with these consolidated financial statements.
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1. Reporting entity
Argosy Property Limited (APL or the Company) is an FMC
Reporting Entity under the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013
and the Financial Reporting Act 2013. APL is incorporated under
the Companies Act 1993 and domiciled in New Zealand.
The Company's principal activity is investment in properties
which include Industrial, Office and Large Format Retail
properties, predominantly in Auckland and Wellington.
These financial statements are the consolidation of APL and its
subsidiaries (the Group).
2. Basis of preparation
STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance
with Generally Accepted Accounting Practice in New Zealand
(NZ GAAP). The accounting policies applied in these financial
statements comply with New Zealand equivalents to IFRS
Accounting Standards (NZ IFRS) and other applicable Financial
Reporting Standards issued and effective at the time of
preparing these statements as applicable to the Company as
a profit-oriented entity. These Group financial statements also
comply with IFRS Accounting Standards.
These financial statements were approved by the Board of
Directors on 21 May 2024.
BASIS OF MEASUREMENT
The financial statements have been prepared on the historical
cost basis except for derivative financial instruments and
investment properties which are measured at fair value.
USE OF ESTIMATES AND JUDGEMENTS
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with NZ
IFRS requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates
that affect the application of policies and reported amount of
assets and liabilities, income and expenses. The area involving
a higher degree of complexity and where assumptions and
estimates are significant to the financial statements is note 5
- valuation of investment property.
FUNCTIONAL AND PRESENTATION CURRENCY
These financial statements are presented in New Zealand
dollars which is the Company’s functional currency and have
been rounded to the nearest thousand dollars ($000).
BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION
The Group’s financial statements incorporate the financial
statements of APL and its controlled subsidiaries as set out
in note 24. Control is achieved when the Company has power
over the investee; is exposed, or has rights, to variable returns
from its involvement with the investee, and has the ability
to use its power to affect its returns. The results of the
subsidiaries are included in the consolidated statement of
comprehensive income from the date of acquisition which is
the date the Company became entitled to income from the
subsidiaries acquired. All significant intercompany transactions
are eliminated on consolidation.
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
The statement of cash flows is prepared on a GST exclusive
basis, which is consistent with the statement of comprehensive
income. The following terms are used in the statement of
cash flows:
Operating activities are the principal revenue producing
activities of the Group and other activities that are not investing
or financing activities.
Investing activities are the acquisition and disposal of
long term assets and other investments not included in
cash equivalents.
Financing activities are activities that result in changes
in the size and composition of the contributed equity and
borrowings of the entity. Termination payments for swap
contracts, establishment fees, extension fees and arranger fees
are considered financing activities as they effect a change in the
company’s borrowing arrangements.
Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash balances and
demand deposits. Bank overdrafts that are repayable on
demand and form an integral part of the Group’s cash
management are included as a component of cash and cash
equivalents for the purpose of the statement of cash flows.
3.
Material accounting policies
CHANGE IN ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Accounting policies and methods of computation have been
applied consistently to all periods and by all Group entities.
NEW ACCOUNTING STANDARDS ADOPTED
At the date of authorisation of these financial statements,
the Group has not applied any new and revised NZ IFRS
standards and amendments that have been issued but are not
yet effective.
In April 2024, the International Accounting Standards Board
introduced IFRS 18 Presentation and Disclosure in Financial
Statements (effective for reporting periods beginning on or after
1 January 2027). This standard replaces IAS 1 Presentation of
Financial Statements. An equivalent NZ IFRS has not yet been
issued. The Group has not yet assessed the impact of IFRS 18.
The Financial Sector (Climate-related Disclosures and Other
Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (FSCD) has introduced a
climate-related disclosure framework in New Zealand. It
mandates climate-related disclosures for climate reporting
entities. APL is classified as a climate reporting entity under
this framework. On 31 December 2022, the External Reporting
Board released climate standards and guidance documents.
The Group is required to make climate-related disclosures at
the end of the accounting period starting from 1 April 2023.
CAPTIVE INSURER
On 31 July 2023, Argosy Cover Limited (ACL), a wholly owned
subsidiary of APL was incorporated in the Cook Islands. ACL
acts as a captive insurer for the Group.
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4. Segment information
The principal business activity of the Group is to invest in, and actively manage, properties in New Zealand. NZ IFRS 8 Operating
Segments requires operating segments to be identified on the basis of internal reports about components of the Group that
are regularly reviewed by the chief operating decision maker, being the Chief Executive Officer, in order to allocate resources to
segments and assess their performance.
The information reported to the Group’s Chief Executive Officer includes investment property information aggregated into three
business sectors, Industrial, Office and Large Format Retail, based on what the occupants actual or intended use is. Segment profit
represents profit earned by each segment including allocation of identifiable revaluation gains/(losses) on investment properties
and gains/(losses) on disposal of investment properties.
The following is an analysis of the Group’s results by reportable segments.
IndustrialOfficeLarge Format RetailTotal
2024
$000s
2023
$000s
2024
$000s
2023
$000s
2024
$000s
2023
$000s
2024
$000s
2023
$000s
Segment profit/(loss)
Net property income
1
54,85352,74948,79747,04612,81112,980116,461112,775
Realised gains/(losses) on disposal
of investment properties(818)(1)(297)(333)127(35)(988)(369)
Settlement for failed sale of
investment property–––––3,000–3,000
54,03552,74848,50046,71312,93815,945115,473115,406
Interest on ground lease––(2,004)(2,009)––(2,004)(2,009)
Revaluation gains/(losses) on
investment properties
(51,235)(49,108)(49,899)(78,998)(10,557)(18,451)(111,691)(146,557)
Total segment profit/(loss)
2
2,8003,640(3,403)(34,294)2,381(2,506)1,778(33,160)
Unallocated:
Administration expenses(11,571)(10,792)
Net interest expense(41,647)(34,279)
Gain/(loss) on derivative financial instruments held for trading6377,295
Profit/(loss) before income tax(50,803)(70,936)
Taxation expense(4,472)(9,897)
Profit/(loss) for the year(55,275)(80,833)
1.Net property income consists of revenue generated from external tenants less property operating expenditure.
2.There were no inter-segment sales during the year (31 March 2023: Nil).
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4. Segment information (continued)
IndustrialOfficeLarge Format RetailTotal
2024
$000s
2023
$000s
2024
$000s
2023
$000s
2024
$000s
2023
$000s
2024
$000s
2023
$000s
Segment assets
Current assets3,1132,5843,4566,1154168696,9859,568
Investment properties1,014,9001,127,775803,403851,174195,450205,9502,013,7532,184,899
Non-current assets
classified as held for sale35,200–––––35,200–
Total segment assets1,053,2131,130,359806,859857,289195,866206,8192,055,9382,194,467
Unallocated assets13,04918,170
Total assets2,068,9872,212,637
IndustrialOfficeLarge Format RetailTotal
2024
$000s
2023
$000s
2024
$000s
2023
$000s
2024
$000s
2023
$000s
2024
$000s
2023
$000s
Segment liabilities
Current liabilities4,0793,9944,6598,8487321,7389,47014,580
Non-current liabilities––39,82639,953––39,82639,953
Total segment liabilities4,0793,99444,48548,8017321,73849,29654,533
Unallocated liabilities795,317822,409
Total liabilities844,613876,942
For the purposes of monitoring segment performance and allocating resources between segments, all assets are allocated
to reportable segments other than cash and cash equivalents, derivatives, other non-current assets and other minor current
assets that cannot be allocated to particular segments. All liabilities are allocated to reportable segments other than borrowings,
derivatives, tax liabilities and other minor current liabilities that cannot be allocated to particular segments.
5.
Investment properties
ACCOUNTING POLICY – INVESTMENT PROPERTIES
Investment property is property held to earn rental income.
Investment property is initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at fair value with any change therein recognised
in profit or loss.
Initial direct costs incurred in negotiating and arranging operating leases and lease incentives granted are added to the
carrying amount of the leased asset.
In accordance with the valuation policy of the Group, complete property valuations are carried out at least annually by
independent registered valuers. The valuation policy stipulates that the same valuer may not value a building for more than
two consecutive years. The fair values are based on market values being the estimated amount for which a property could be
exchanged on the date of the valuation between a willing buyer and a willing seller in an arm’s length transaction after proper
marketing wherein the parties had each acted knowledgeably, prudently and without compulsion.
The valuations are prepared using a combination of the Capitalisation of Contract Income, Capitalisation of Market Income
and Discounted Cash Flow methodologies. Discounted Cash Flow methodology is based on the estimated rental cash flows
expected to be received from the property adjusted by a discount rate that appropriately reflects the risks inherent in the
expected cash flows.
Following the adoption of NZ IFRS 16 on 1 April 2019, a right-of-use asset and investment were recognised on the ground
lease that exists over 39 Market Place, Viaduct Harbour, Auckland.
Investment properties are derecognised when they have been disposed of and any gains or losses incurred on disposal are
recognised in profit or loss in the year of derecognition.
Borrowing costs directly attributable to property under development are capitalised as part of the cost of those assets.
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5. Investment properties (continued)
Industrial
2024
$000s
Office
2024
$000s
Large
Format Retail
2024
$000s
Group
2024
$000s
Movement in investment properties
Balance at 1 April1,127,775851,174205,9502,184,899
Capitalised costs12,16323,05120435,418
Transfer to property held for sale(35,200)––(35,200)
Disposals(37,850)(19,857)–(57,707)
Change in fair value(51,235)(49,899)(10,557)(111,691)
Change in capitalised leasing costs(206)(106)(40)(352)
Change in lease incentives(547)(960)(107)(1,614)
Investment properties at 31 March1,014,900803,403195,4502,013,753
Less lease liability (39 Market Place)–(39,953)–(39,953)
Investment properties at 31 March excluding NZ IFRS 16
lease adjustments
1,014,900763,450195,4501,973,800
Industrial
2023
$000s
Office
2023
$000s
Large
Format Retail
2023
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Movement in investment properties
Balance at 1 April1,126,975897,540223,2002,247,715
Acquisition of property33,220––33,220
Capitalised costs17,52833,3881,32652,242
Change in fair value(49,108)(78,998)(18,451)(146,557)
Change in capitalised leasing costs(168)(125)(31)(324)
Change in lease incentives(672)(631)(94)(1,397)
Investment properties at 31 March1,127,775851,174205,9502,184,899
Less lease liability (39 Market Place)–(40,074)–(40,074)
Investment properties at 31 March excluding NZ IFRS 16
lease adjustments
1,127,775811,100205,9502,144,825
Investment properties are classified as Level 3 (inputs are unobservable for the asset or liability) under the fair value hierarchy on the
basis that adjustments must be made to observable data of similar properties to determine the fair value of an individual property.
The Group holds the freehold to all investment properties other than 39 Market Place, Viaduct Harbour, Auckland.
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Acquisition of properties
100 Maui Street, Pukete, Hamilton–33,220
–33,220
Disposal of properties
10 Transport Place, East Tamaki, Auckland37,850–
302 Great South Road, Greenlane, Auckland10,978–
308 Great South Road, Greenlane, Auckland8,879–
25 Nugent Street, Grafton, Auckland–22,024
57,70722,024
Sale proceeds of properties disposed of57,90022,000
Net gain/(loss) on disposal193(24)
Selling costs(1,181)(345)
Total gain/(loss) on disposal(988)(369)
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5. Investment properties (continued)
All investment properties were independently valued as at 31 March 2024 in accordance with the Group's valuation policy. The
valuations were prepared by independent registered valuers Colliers International New Zealand Limited and CBRE Limited. The total
value per valuer was as follows:
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Colliers International New Zealand Limited708,7501,180,225
CBRE Limited1,265,050964,600
1,973,8002,144,825
Investment properties are stated at fair value by independent valuers supported by market evidence of property sale transactions
and leasing activity. These valuations are reviewed by the Asset Management team within Argosy. The major inputs and
assumptions that are used in the valuation that require judgement include forecasts of the current and expected future market
rentals and growth, maintenance and capital expenditure requirements, an assessment of yields, discount rates, occupancy, leasing
costs and weighted average lease terms.
In deriving a market value under each approach, all assumptions are based, where possible, on market based evidence and
transactions for properties with similar locations, conditions and quality of construction and fitout.
Generally as occupancy and weighted average lease terms increase, yields firm, resulting in increased fair values for investment
properties. A movement in any of these assumptions could result in a significant change in fair value.
Investment property metrics for the year ended 31 March 2024 are as follows:
IndustrialOfficeLarge Format RetailTotal
Contract yield
1
- Average5.54%6.51%6.86%6.05%
Market yield
1
- Average6.43%7.13%6.66%6.73%
Occupancy (rent)99.1%94.0%100.0%96.7%
Occupancy (net lettable area)99.1%92.8%100.0%97.9%
Weighted average lease term (years)5.95.12.55.2
No. of buildings
2
3313450
Fair value total ($000s)1,014,900763,450195,4501,973,800
1.224 Neilson Street has been excluded from the yield metrics as it has been valued on the basis of completion of the development currently underway.
2.Certain titles have been consolidated and treated as one.
Investment property metrics for the year ended 31 March 2023 are as follows:
IndustrialOfficeLarge Format RetailTotal
Contract yield
1
- Average5.07%6.10%6.51%5.60%
Market yield
1
- Average5.68%6.96%6.29%6.21%
Occupancy (rent)100.0%98.5%100.0%99.3%
Occupancy (net lettable area)100.0%97.7%100.0%99.5%
Weighted average lease term (years)6.15.22.95.4
No. of buildings
2
3515454
Fair value total ($000s)1,127,775811,100205,9502,144,825
1.105 Carlton Gore Road, 224 Neilson Street and 39 Market Place have been excluded from the yield metrics. 105 Carlton Gore Road has been valued on the basis
of the completion of the redevelopment currently underway, the 224 Neilson Street valuation is based on land only and the 39 Market Place valuation is based on
discounted cash flow methodology.
2.Certain titles have been consolidated and treated as one.
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6. Financial instruments
ACCOUNTING POLICY - NON-DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
Non-derivative financial instruments comprise trade and other receivables, cash and cash equivalents, borrowings
(comprising of interest bearing liabilities and lease liabilities) and trade and other payables.
Non-derivative financial instruments are initially measured at fair value plus directly attributable costs. Subsequently these
instruments are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method. The carrying values of these financial
instruments are a reasonable approximation of their fair values.
The effective interest method is a method of calculating the amortised cost of a financial asset or financial liability and of
allocating interest income over the relevant period (including all fees and points paid or received between the parties to
the contract that form an integral part of the effective interest rate, transaction costs and other premiums or discounts)
through the expected life of the financial instrument, or, where appropriate, a shorter period to the net carrying amount of the
financial instrument.
ACCOUNTING POLICY - DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
Interest rate swaps are entered into to manage interest rate exposure. For interest rate swaps, the net differential paid or
received is recognised as a component of interest expense in the profit or loss.
Interest rate swaps are initially recognised at zero at the date a derivative contract is entered into and are remeasured to their
fair value at subsequent reporting dates. The resulting gain or loss is recognised in profit or loss immediately.
Interest rate swaps are presented as a non-current asset or a non-current liability if the remaining maturity of the instrument
is more than 12 months and it is not expected to be realised or settled within 12 months. Other interest rate swaps are
presented as current assets or current liabilities.
The Group has the following financial instruments:
Group 2024
Derivatives at
fair value
through profit/
(loss)
$000s
Financial assets
measured
at amortised cost
$000s
Financial
liabilities measured
at amortised cost
$000s
Total
$000s
Financial assets
Cash and cash equivalents–1,829–1,829
Derivative financial instruments (current and term)9,856––9,856
Trade and other receivables–2,070–2,070
9,8563,899–13,755
Financial liabilities
Interest bearing liabilities––(738,057)(738,057)
Trade and other payables––(14,447)(14,447)
Derivative financial instruments (current and term)(30,532)––(30,532)
Lease liabilities (current and term)––(39,953)(39,953)
Other current liabilities––(4,055)(4,055)
(30,532)–(796,512)(827,044)
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6. Financial instruments (continued)
Group 2023
Derivatives at
fair value
through profit/
(loss)
$000s
Financial assets
measured
at amortised cost
$000s
Financial
liabilities measured
at amortised cost
$000s
Total
$000s
Financial assets
Cash and cash equivalents–2,057–2,057
Derivative financial instruments (current and term)14,940––14,940
Trade and other receivables–5,166–5,166
14,9407,223–22,163
Financial liabilities
Interest bearing liabilities––(759,991)(759,991)
Trade and other payables––(18,796)(18,796)
Derivative financial instruments (current and term)(36,252)––(36,252)
Lease liabilities (current and term)––(40,074)(40,074)
Other current liabilities––(3,770)(3,770)
(36,252)–(822,631)(858,883)
RISK MANAGEMENT
The use of financial instruments exposes the Group to credit, interest rate and liquidity risks. The Group’s overall risk management
programme focuses on the unpredictability of financial markets and seeks to minimise potential adverse effects on the Group’s
financial performance.
Credit risk
Credit risk relates to the risk that the counterparty to a financial instrument may default on its obligations to the Group, resulting in
financial loss.
The Group's main exposure to credit risk arises from trade receivables and transactions with financial institutions, and is
summarised in the preceding table. There are no significant concentrations of credit risk in specific receivables due to receivables
mainly comprising a large number of tenants in the Group’s property portfolio and the Group policy to limit the amount of credit
exposure to any financial institution.
The Group manages its exposure to credit risk from trade receivables through its credit policy which includes performing credit
evaluations on customers requiring credit. The Group does not hold any collateral in respect of balances past due. Details of
impairment losses relating to trade receivables together with the ageing of receivables is provided in note 8.
The risk from financial institutions is managed by placing cash and deposits with high credit quality financial institutions only. Cash
deposits are placed with ANZ Bank New Zealand Limited.
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6. Financial instruments (continued)
Interest rate risk
Interest rate risk arises from long term borrowings (refer note 14). Variable rate borrowings expose the Group to cash flow interest
rate risk while fixed rate borrowings expose the Group to fair value interest rate risk.
The Group manages its exposure to interest rate risk through derivatives in the form of both floating-to-fixed and fixed-to-floating
interest rate swaps. These derivatives provide an economic hedge against variability in cash flows as a result of changes in variable
interest rates on borrowings.
The Group’s policy is to maintain a range of approximately 40-100% of its borrowings in fixed interest rate instruments unless
otherwise instructed by the Board of Directors. At year end, 70.9% of borrowings, after the effect of associated swaps, were at fixed
rates (2023: 71.4%).
Liquidity risk
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Group may encounter difficulty in meeting its obligations associated with its financial liabilities that
are settled by delivering cash or another financial asset. Liquidity risk mainly arises from the Group’s obligations in respect of long
term borrowings, derivatives and trade and other payables. The Group aims to maintain flexibility in funding by keeping committed
credit lines available (refer note 14).
The expected undiscounted cash flows of the Group’s financial liabilities by remaining contractual maturity at the balance sheet date
is as follows:
Group 2024
Carrying
Amount
$000s
Less than
1 year
$000s
1-2 years
$000s
2-3 years
$000s
3-4 years
$000s
4-5 years
$000s
5+ years
$000s
Financial liabilities
Interest bearing liabilities
1
(738,057)(38,997)(345,926)(195,988)(245,596)––
Trade and other payables(14,447)(14,447)–––––
Derivative financial instruments(30,532)(6,964)(6,040)(4,491)(2,177)(514)–
Lease liabilities(39,953)(2,125)(2,125)(2,125)(2,125)(2,125)(112,014)
Other current liabilities(4,055)(4,055)–––––
(827,044)(66,588)(354,091)(202,604)(249,898)(2,639)(112,014)
1.The undiscounted cashflows on interest bearing liabilities includes interest, margin and line fees.
Group 2023
Carrying
Amount
$000s
Less than
1 year
$000s
1-2 years
$000s
2-3 years
$000s
3-4 years
$000s
4-5 years
$000s
5+ years
$000s
Financial liabilities
Interest bearing liabilities
1
(759,991)(37,944)(197,944)(248,682)(261,659)(126,604)–
Trade and other payables(18,796)(18,796)–––––
Derivative financial instruments(36,252)(6,942)(6,100)(5,366)(3,941)(1,701)(93)
Lease liabilities(40,074)(2,125)(2,125)(2,125)(2,125)(2,125)(114,139)
Other current liabilities(3,770)(3,770)–––––
(858,883)(69,577)(206,169)(256,173)(267,725)(130,430)(114,232)
1.The undiscounted cashflows on interest bearing liabilities includes interest, margin and line fees.
To manage the Group’s exposure to interest rate risk on variable rate instruments, the Group has implemented a hedging strategy
that uses interest rate swaps that have a range of maturities. At 31 March 2024, the Group had active interest rate derivatives (both
payer and receiver swaps) with a notional contract amount of $750 million (2023: $770 million). The active derivatives mature over
the next 4 years (2023: 5 years). Payer swaps have fixed interest rates ranging from 1.37% to 4.90% (2023: 1.37% to 4.90%). Swaps
with a notional amount of $255 million have been entered into but are not yet effective at 31 March 2024 (2023: $150 million).
Interest rate swaps are measured at the present value of future cash flows estimated and discounted based on applicable yield
curves derived from observable market interest rates. Accepted market best practice valuation methodology using mid-market
interest rates at the balance date is used, provided from sources perceived to be reliable and accurate. Interest rate swaps have been
classified into Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy on the basis that the valuation techniques used to determine the values at balance
date use observable inputs.
The net liability for derivative financial instruments as at 31 March 2024 is $20.7 million (2023: $21.3 million). The mark-to-market
decrease in the liability for derivative financial instruments is a result of the movement in the interest rate curve during the
financial year.
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6. Financial instruments (continued)
Sensitivity analysis
The sensitivity analysis below details the potential future impact of reasonably possible changes in the observable inputs over the
next financial period. It has been determined based on the exposure to interest rates for both derivative and non-derivative financial
instruments at the reporting date.
Group
2024
Impact on
Profit & Loss
$000s
Group
2023
Impact on
Profit & Loss
$000s
Increase of 100 basis points359132
Decrease of 100 basis points(498)(158)
7. Other non-current assets
ACCOUNTING POLICY - PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
All property, plant and equipment is stated at historical cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment
losses. Historical cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the items.
At the end of each reporting period, the Group reviews the carrying amounts of its assets to determine whether there is
any indication that those assets have suffered impairment. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the
asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment (if any). Where it is not possible to estimate the
recoverable mount of an individual asset, the Group estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which
the asset belongs.
An impairment is recognised immediately in profit or loss.
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Property, plant and equipment and software283183
Total other non-current assets283183
There was no impairment in the current year (2023: Nil).
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8. Trade and other receivables
ACCOUNTING POLICY - TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES
Trade and other receivables are initially recognised at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the
effective interest method, less provision for impairment. A provision for impairment of trade receivables is established
to reflect an estimate of amounts that the Group will not be able to collect in accordance with the original terms of the
receivables. The amount of the provision is the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present value of
estimated future cash flows, discounted at the original effective interest rate.
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Trade receivables1,7171,725
Loss allowance(14)(50)
1,7031,675
Amount receivable from insurance proceeds31212
Other receivables3363,279
Total trade and other receivables2,0705,166
The average credit period on receivables is 3.1 days (2023: 3.2 days). The Group is entitled to charge interest on trade receivables as
determined in each individual lease agreement. Interest is charged on receivables over 90 days on a case by case basis. The Group
has provided for 50% of all receivables over 90 days unless there is information suggesting that particular amounts are recoverable.
This amount increases to 100% of any receivable that is determined as not being recoverable. Trade receivables less than 90
days are provided for based on estimated non-recoverable amounts, determined by reference to relevant factors, conditions, and
information at reporting date including past default experience.
Aged past due but not impaired trade receivables
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
0-30 days past due6454
31-60 days past due1150
Beyond 60 days past due514
80118
Included in the Group's trade receivable balance are debtors with a carrying amount of $79,629 (2023: $118,036), which are past
due at the reporting date, for which the Group has not provided as there has not been a significant change in credit quality and the
amounts are still considered recoverable.
Movement in the loss allowance
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Balance at the beginning of the year5086
(Decrease)/increase in allowance recognised in profit or loss(36)(36)
Balance at the end of the year1450
9. Other current assets
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Prepayments5,3484,809
Other648381
Total other current assets5,9965,190
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10. Property held for sale
8 Forge Way, Panmure, Auckland ($35.2 million) was subject to an unconditional sale and purchase agreement at balance date
(31 March 2023: Nil )
11. Share capital
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Balance at the beginning of the period820,069819,857
Issue of shares from equity settled share based payments488212
Total share capital820,557820,069
The number of shares on issue at 31 March 2024 was 847,168,744 (2023: 846,723,895).
All shares are fully paid and rank equally with one vote attached and carry the right to dividends.
Reconciliation of number of shares
(in 000s of shares)
Group
2024
Group
2023
Balance at the beginning of the period846,724846,551
Issue of shares from share based payments445173
Total number of shares on issue847,169846,724
Capital risk management
The Group's capital includes shares, reserves and retained earnings with total shareholders' funds equal to $1,224.4 million (2023:
$1,335.7 million).
The Group maintains a strong capital base so as to maintain investor, creditor and market confidence and to sustain the Group's
future on-going activities and development of the business. The impact of the level of capital on equity holder returns is also
recognised along with the need to maintain a balance between the higher returns that might be possible with greater gearing and the
advantages and security afforded by a sound capital position.
The Board's intention is to maintain the debt-to-total-assets ratio between 30-40% in the medium term. The Group's banking
covenants require that the aggregate principal amount of the loan outstanding does not exceed 50% of the fair value of property at
all times. All banking covenants have been met during the year.
The Group manages its capital to ensure that entities in the Group will be able to continue as a going concern while maximising
the return to stakeholders through optimisation of debt and equity. The Group's policies in respect of capital management and
allocation are reviewed regularly by the Board of Directors. There have been no material changes in the Group's overall strategy
during the year.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
12. Share based payments reserve
ACCOUNTING POLICY - SHARE BASED PAYMENTS
The fair value of performance share rights (PSRs) are recognised as an expense in the statement of financial performance
over the vesting period of the rights with a corresponding entry to the share based payments reserve.
PSRs were offered to senior executives, commencing 1 April 2015. Under the scheme, PSRs are issued to participants which give
them the right to receive ordinary shares in the Company after a three year period, subject to certain vesting and other conditions
being met. The vesting of the PSRs is subject to the Company achieving a positive total shareholder return (measured against the
Company's share price on the date of the issue of the PSRs, and including dividends) over a three year measurement period. The
total number which actually vest will be dependent on the relative ranking of the Company's total shareholder returns against a
comparator group of listed entities determined by the Board from the S&P/NZX All Real Estate Gross Index.
The total expense recognised in the year to 31 March 2024 in relation to equity settled share based payments was $290,405 (2023:
$500,000). A total of 444,849 (2023: 173,293) PSRs vested during the year and each PSR was converted to one ordinary share at
an issue price of $1.10.
Grant dateVesting date
Granted
during the
year
1
Weighted
average
issue price
Balance at
the beginning
of the period
1
Vested
during the
period
1
Forfeited
during the
period
1
Balance at
the end of
the period
1
2024
1 April 20231 April 2026495,473$1.101,026,314(444,849)–
2
1,076,938
2023
1 April 20221 April 2025299,844$1.381,026,806(173,293)(127,043)
3
1,026,314
2022
1 April 20211 April 2024281,621$1.441,117,874(318,573)(54,116)
4
1,026,806
2021
1 April 20201 April 2023444,849$0.90994,309–(321,284)
5
1,117,874
1.This is the number of PSRs.
2.The rights forfeited relate to those issued on 1 April 2020.
3.The rights forfeited relate to those issued on 1 April 2019.
4.The rights forfeited relate to those issued on 1 April 2018.
5.The rights forfeited relate to those issued on 1 April 2017.
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13. Retained earnings
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Balance at the beginning of the year514,953651,880
Profit/(loss) for the year(55,275)(80,833)
Dividends to shareholders(56,336)(56,094)
Total retained earnings403,342514,953
The annual dividend paid to shareholders was 6.6500 cents per share, paid in four quarterly payments of 1.6625 cents per share
(2023: annual dividend paid was 6.6250 cents per share).
After 31 March 2024, the final dividend was declared. The dividend has not been provided for. Refer to note 27.
14.
Interest bearing liabilities
ACCOUNTING POLICY - INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIES
All interest bearing liabilities are initially measured at fair value net of transaction costs. Subsequent to initial recognition,
using the effective interest method.
Borrowing costs are the costs incurred in establishing the bank facility and fixed rate bonds. These costs are amortised over
the life of the instrument at the effective interest rate.
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Syndicated bank loans415,601438,167
Fixed rate green bonds325,000325,000
Borrowing costs(2,544)(3,176)
Total interest bearing liabilities738,057759,991
Weighted average interest rate on interest bearing liabilities
(inclusive of bonds, interest rate swaps, margins and line fees)
5.59%5.39%
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Total interest bearing liabilities at the beginning of the year759,991696,475
Drawdowns from syndicated bank loans49,384101,616
Repayments to syndicated bank loans(71,949)(38,577)
Additional refinancing fee on interest bearing liabilities(383)(441)
Refinancing fee on interest bearing liabilities amortised during the year1,014918
Total interest bearing liabilities at the end of the year738,057759,991
Syndicated bank loans
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
ANZ Bank New Zealand Limited65,982121,583
Bank of New Zealand–10,792
Commonwealth Bank of Australia34,40050,000
Industrial and Commercial Bank of China90,00060,000
The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited54,40070,000
Westpac New Zealand Limited170,819125,792
Total syndicated bank loans415,601438,167
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
14. Interest bearing liabilities (continued)
As at 31 March 2024, the Group had a syndicated revolving facility with ANZ Bank New Zealand Limited, Bank of New Zealand,
Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation
Limited and Westpac New Zealand Limited for $525.0 million (31 March 2023: $475.0 million) secured by way of mortgage over the
investment properties of the Group. The facility includes a Tranche A limit of $160.0 million, a Tranche B limit of $60.0 million, a
Tranche C limit of $115.0 million, a Tranche D limit of $110.0 million and a Tranche I limit of $80.0 million.
Tranche A matures on 1 April 2025, Tranche B on 1 October 2025, Tranche C on 1 October 2027, Tranche D on 1 October 2026 and
Tranche I on 19 May 2026.
The limits for Tranches A, D and I remain unchanged from 31 March 2023. The Tranche B limit decreased from $125.0 million to
$60.0 million and Tranche C was introduced. The maturity dates for Tranche A, B, D and I remain unchanged from 31 March 2023.
Fixed rate green bonds
NZX code
Value of Issue
$000sIssue DateMaturity DateInterest Rate
Fair Value
$000s
ARG010100,00027 March 201927 March 20264.00%95,135
ARG020100,00029 October 201929 October 20262.90%91,536
ARG030125,00027 October 202027 October 20272.20%107,518
The fair value of the fixed rate green bonds is based on the listed market price at balance date and is therefore classified as Level 1
in the fair value hierarchy. Interest on ARG010 bonds is payable in equal instalments on a quarterly basis in March, June, September
and December. Interest on ARG020 and ARG030 bonds is payable in equal instalments on a quarterly basis in April, July, October
and January.
The green bonds are secured by way of mortgage over the investment properties of the Group.
15.
Trade and other payables
ACCOUNTING POLICY - TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES
Trade and other payables are initially recognised at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the
effective interest method.
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
GST payable1,3541,070
Other creditors and accruals13,09317,726
Total trade and other payables14,44718,796
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16. Other current liabilities
ACCOUNTING POLICY - EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
A provision is recognised for benefits accruing to employees in respect of annual leave and long service leave when it is
probable that settlement will be required and they are capable of being measured reliably.
Provisions made in respect of employee benefits expected to be settled within 12 months are measured at their nominal
values using the remuneration rate expected to apply at the time of settlement. Provisions made in respect of employee
benefits which are not expected to be settled within 12 months are measured as the present value of the estimated future
outflows to be made by the Group in respect of services provided by employees up to the reporting date.
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Employee entitlements557744
Other liabilities3,4983,026
Total other current liabilities4,0553,770
17. Administration expenses
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Auditor's remuneration:
Audit of the annual financial statements210165
Review of the interim financial statements5046
Annual meeting fees66
Employee benefits6,8006,527
Other expenses4,5284,062
Doubtful debts expense/(recovery)(36)(36)
Bad debts1322
Total administration expenses11,57110,792
18. Interest expense
ACCOUNTING POLICY - INTEREST EXPENSE
Interest expense on borrowings is recognised using the effective interest method.
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Interest expense(43,947)(37,914)
Interest on ground lease (39 Market Place)(2,004)(2,009)
Less amount capitalised to investment properties1,9853,509
Total interest expense(43,966)(36,414)
Capitalised interest relates to the developments at 101 Carlton Gore Road, Newmarket, Auckland, 105 Carlton Gore Road,
Newmarket, Auckland and 224 Neilson Street, Onehunga, Auckland (2023: Capitalised interest relates to the developments at
8-14 Willis Street/360 Lambton Quay, Wellington and 105 Carlton Gore Road, Newmarket, Auckland).
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
19. Taxation
ACCOUNTING POLICY - TAXATION
Income tax expense comprises current and deferred tax. Income tax expense is recognised in profit or loss except to the
extent that it relates to items recognised directly in equity, in which case it is recognised in equity.
Current tax is the expected tax payable on the taxable income for the year, using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted
at the reporting date, and any adjustment to tax payable in respect of previous years.
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
The taxation charge is made up as follows:
Current tax expense6,4443,777
Deferred tax expense(1,867)5,372
Adjustment recognised in the current year in relation to the current tax of prior years(105)748
Total taxation expense recognised in profit or loss4,4729,897
Reconciliation of accounting profit/(loss) tax expense
Profit/(loss) before tax(50,803)(70,936)
Current tax expense/(credit) at 28%(14,225)(19,862)
Adjusted for:
Capitalised interest(556)(983)
Fair value movement in investment properties31,27441,036
Fair value movement in derivative financial instruments(178)(2,042)
Restructure of financial instruments257(1,561)
Deductible repairs and maintenance expenditure capitalised for accounting purposes(1,368)(2,039)
Depreciation(9,358)(9,597)
Depreciation recovered/(loss) on disposal of investment properties87633
Tax on accounting gain/(loss) on disposal of investment properties277103
Settlement for failed sale of investment property–(828)
Other(555)(483)
Current taxation expense6,4443,777
Movements in deferred tax assets and liabilities attributable to:
Investment properties(2,303)1,384
Fair value movement in derivative financial instruments(79)3,603
Other515385
Deferred tax expense(1,867)5,372
Prior year adjustment(105)748
Total tax expense recognised in profit or loss4,4729,897
The Government reintroduced depreciation deductions for commercial and industrial buildings effective from 1 April 2020. The
depreciation deductions for commercial and industrial buildings will be removed from 1 April 2024.
There were no imputation credits at 31 March 2024 (2023: Nil).
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20. Deferred tax
ACCOUNTING POLICY - DEFERRED TAX
Deferred tax is recognised on temporary differences between the carrying amount of assets and liabilities in the financial
statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit, and is accounted for using the balance
sheet liability method. Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all taxable temporary differences and deferred tax
assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which deductible temporary
differences can be utilised. Such assets and liabilities are not recognised if the temporary difference arises from goodwill or
from the initial recognition (other than in a business combination) of other assets and liabilities in a transaction that affect
neither the taxable profit nor the accounting profit.
Deferred tax is calculated at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the liability is settled or the
asset realised.
Under NZ IAS 12, the measurement of deferred tax liabilities and deferred tax assets depends on whether an entity expects
to recover an asset by using it or by selling it and includes a presumption that an investment property is recovered entirely
through sale unless it will be consumed over its useful life.
The following are the major deferred tax liabilities and (assets) recognised by the Group, and the movements thereon during the
current and prior reporting years:
Interest rate
swaps
$000s
Investment
property
$000s
Other
$000s
Total
$000s
At 1 April 2023(4,827)17,4065,48018,059
Charge/(credit) to deferred taxation expense for the year(79)(2,303)515(1,867)
At 31 March 2024(4,906)15,1035,99516,192
At 1 April 2022(8,430)16,0225,09512,687
Charge/(credit) to deferred taxation expense for the year3,6031,3843855,372
At 31 March 2023(4,827)17,4065,48018,059
Deferred tax is provided in respect of depreciation expected to be recovered on the sale of property at fair value. Depreciation is
claimed at Inland Revenue Department approved rates.
Investment properties are valued each year by independent valuers (as outlined in note 5). These values include an allocation of the
valuation between the land and building components. The calculation of deferred tax on depreciation recovered and changes in fair
value relies on the split provided by the valuers.
It is assumed that all fixtures and fittings will be sold at their tax book value.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
21. Reconciliation of profit/(loss) after taxation with cash flows from operating activities
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Profit/(loss) after tax(55,275)(80,833)
Movements in working capital items relating to investing and financing activities6,4689,063
Non cash items
Movement in deferred tax liability(1,867)5,372
Movement in interest rate swaps(637)(7,295)
Fair value change in investment properties111,691146,557
Movements in working capital items
Trade and other receivables3,096(860)
Taxation receivable1,579(533)
Trade and other payables(4,349)(3,203)
Other current assets(806)(1,731)
Other current liabilities285490
Net cash from operating activities60,18567,027
22. Earnings/(loss) per share
Basic and diluted earnings/(loss) per share is calculated by dividing the profit attributable to shareholders of the Company by the
weighted average number of ordinary shares on issue during the year.
Group
2024
Group
2023
Profit/(loss) attributable to shareholders of the Company ($000s)(55,275)(80,833)
Weighted average number of shares on issue (000s)847,110846,697
Basic and diluted earnings/(loss) per share (cents)(6.53)(9.55)
Weighted average number of ordinary shares
Issued shares at beginning of period (000s)846,724846,551
Issued shares at end of period (000s)847,169846,724
Weighted average number of ordinary shares (000s)847,110846,697
On 21 May 2024, a final dividend of 1.6625 cents per share was approved by the Board. The Dividend Reinvestment Plan programme
has been suspended by the Board until further notice.
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23. Distributable income and adjusted funds from operations
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Profit/(loss) before income tax(50,803)(70,936)
Adjustments:
Revaluation (gains)/losses on investment property111,691146,557
Realised (gains)/losses on disposal of investment properties988369
(Gain)/loss on derivative financial instruments held for trading(637)(7,295)
Gross distributable income61,23968,695
Tax impact of depreciation recovered on disposal of investment properties87633
Current tax expense(6,339)(4,525)
Net distributable income55,77664,203
Weighted average number of ordinary shares (000s)847,110846,697
Gross distributable income cents per share7.238.11
Net distributable income cents per share6.587.58
Net distributable income55,77664,203
Amortisation of tenant incentives and leasing costs3,5482,742
Share based payment expense290–
Funds from operations (FFO)59,61466,945
Capitalisation of tenant incentives and leasing costs(1,304)(1,023)
Maintenance capital expenditure(2,135)(6,446)
Swap contract termination payment–(1,498)
Maintenance capital expenditure recovered through sale2,251107
Adjusted funds from operations (AFFO)58,42658,085
FFO cents per share7.047.91
AFFO cents per share6.906.86
Dividends paid/payable in relation to period6.656.65
Dividend payout ratio to FFO94%84%
Dividend payout ratio to AFFO96%97%
The Company's dividend policy is based on AFFO from the Property Council of Australia Voluntary Best Guidelines for disclosing
FFO and AFFO as interpreted by the Company and amended to include maintenance capital expenditure recovered through sales.
FFO and AFFO are non-GAAP measures and may not be directly comparable with other entities.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
24. Investment in subsidiaries
The Company has control over the following subsidiaries:
Name of subsidiaryPrincipal activity
Place of
incorporation
Place of
operationHolding 2024Holding 2023
Argosy Property No.1 LimitedProperty investmentNZNZ100%100%
Argosy Property Management LimitedManagement companyNZNZ100%100%
Argosy Cover LimitedCaptive insurerCook IslandsNZ100%0%
The subsidiaries have the same reporting date as the Company.
25. Leases
ACCOUNTING POLICY - LEASES
The Group as a lessee
Argosy do not recognise right of use assets or lease liabilities for short term leases or low value leases. Lease payments for
these leases are recognised as an expense on a straight line basis over the lease term.
Where Argosy identifies a lease, the following treatment is applied:
Right of use assets are measured at cost comprising the amount of the initial lease liability, any payments made before the
commencement of the lease, direct costs and any restoration costs. Right of use assets are disclosed within the same line
item as that within which the corresponding underlying assets would be presented if they were owned. Some right of use
assets meet the definition of investment properties. Refer note 5 for policies and disclosure on investment properties.
Lease liabilities are measured at the net present value of the lease payments. These payments include fixed lease payments,
amount expected to be payable under residual value guarantees, variable lease payments that are based on an index or rate,
the exercise price of a purchase option if the lessee is reasonably certain to exercise that option, and payments of penalties
for terminating the lease, if the lease term reflects the lessee exercising that option.
These lease payments are discounted using the interest rate implicit in the lease. If that rate cannot be determined, the
lessee’s incremental borrowing rate is used, being the rate that the lessee would have to pay to borrow the funds necessary to
obtain an asset of similar value in a similar economic environment with similar terms and conditions.
Subsequent to initial measurement, each lease payment is allocated between the principal and finance cost. The finance cost
is charged to the statement of comprehensive income 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 maturity analysis of lease liabilities is presented in note 6.
The Group as a lessor
Leases are classified as finance leases whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of
ownership to the lessee. All other leases are classified as operating leases.
The Group has entered into commercial property leases on its investment properties. The Group has determined that
it retains all significant risks and rewards of ownership of these properties and has thus classified these leases as
operating leases.
Rental income from operating leases is recognised in the period to which it relates. Initial direct costs incurred in negotiating
and arranging an operating lease are added to the carrying amount of the leased asset and amortised to property expenses
on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
In the event that lease incentives are paid to enter into the operating leases, such incentives are recognised as an asset. The
aggregate cost of incentives is recognised as a reduction of rental revenue on a straight-line basis.
When a contract includes both lease and non-lease components, consideration is allocated to each component under
the contract.
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25. Leases (continued)
Lease liabilities
Lease liabilities relate to the ground lease at 39 Market Place, Viaduct Harbour, Auckland.
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Opening balance40,07440,190
Lease liability interest expense2,0042,009
Ground rent paid(2,125)(2,125)
Total lease liabilities39,95340,074
Non-cancellable operating lease receivable
Operating leases relate to the investment properties owned by the Group with the leases expiring between 2024 and 2038. The
lessee does not have an option to purchase the property at the expiry of the lease.
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Within one year123,717120,282
One year or later and not later than five years351,049358,313
Later than five years202,356216,912
Total operating lease receivable677,122695,507
There were no contingent rents recognised as income during the year.
26.
Commitments
Building upgrades and developments
Estimated capital commitments contracted for building projects not yet completed at 31 March 2024 and not provided for were
$24.0 million (2023: $20.1 million).
There were no other commitments as at 31 March 2024 (2023: Nil).
The Company has the following guarantee, which is not expected to be called upon:
As a condition of listing on the New Zealand Stock Exchange (NZX), NZX requires all issuers to provide a bank bond to NZX under
NZX Main Board/Debt Market Listing Rule 2.6.2. The bank bond required from APL for listing on the NZX Main Board is $75,000.
27.
Subsequent events
On 21 May 2024, a final dividend of 1.6625 cents per share was approved by the Board. The record date for the final dividend
is 12 June 2024 and a payment is scheduled to shareholders on 26 June 2024. Imputation credits of 0.1633 cents per share are
attached to the dividend.
28.
Related party transactions
Balances and transactions between the Company and its subsidiaries, which are related parties of the Company, have been
eliminated on consolidation and are not disclosed in this note. Details of transactions between the Group and other related parties
are disclosed below.
Group
2024
$000s
Group
2023
$000s
Key management and directors compensation
Salaries and other short term employee benefits2,0101,843
Share based payments488212
Directors' fees728728
Total3,2262,783
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
Independent Auditor’s Report
To the Shareholders A
rgosy Property Limited
Opinion We have audited the consolidated financial statements of Argosy Property Limited and its subsidiaries (the
‘Group’), which comprise the consolidated statement of financial position as at 31 March 2024, and the
consolidated statement of comprehensive income, statement of changes in equity and statement of cash flows
for the year then ended, and notes to the consolidated financial statements, including material accounting policy
information.
In our opinion, the accompanying consolidated financial statements, on pages 34 to 58, present fairly, in all
material respects, the consolidated financial position of the Group as at 31 March 2024, and its consolidated
financial performance and cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with New Zealand Equivalents to
IFRS Accounting Standards (‘NZ IFRS’) as issued by the External Reporting Board and IFRS Accounting Standards
(‘IFRS’) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.
Basis for opinion We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (‘ISAs’) and International
Standards on Auditing (New Zealand) (‘ISAs (NZ)’). Our responsibilities under those standards are further
described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Consolidated Financial Statements section of our
report.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our
opinion.
We are independent of the Company in accordance with Professional and Ethical Standard 1 International Code
of Ethics for Assurance Practitioners (including International Independence Standards) (New Zealand) issued by
the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board and the International Ethics Standards Board for
Accountants’ International Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (including International Independence
Standards), and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements.
Other than in our capacity as auditor and vote scrutineering at the annual shareholders’ meeting, we have no
relationship with or interests in the Company or any of its subsidiaries. These services have not impaired our
independence as auditor of the Company and Group.
Audit materiality We consider materiality primarily in terms of the magnitude of misstatement in the financial statements of the
Group that in our judgement would make it probable that the economic decisions of a reasonably knowledgeable
person would be changed or influenced (the ‘quantitative’ materiality). In addition, we also assess whether other
matters that come to our attention during the audit would in our judgement change or influence the decisions of
such a person (the ‘qualitative’ materiality). We use materiality both in planning the scope of our audit work and
in evaluating the results of our work.
We determined materiality for the Group financial statements as a whole to be $3.06 million.
Key audit matters Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgement, were of most significance in our audit
of the consolidated financial statements of the current period. These matters were addressed in the context of
our audit of the consolidated financial statements as a whole, and in forming our opinion thereon, and we do not
provide a separate opinion on these matters.
Key audit matter How our audit addressed the key audit matter
Investment property valuations
As disclosed in note 5 of the consolidated financial statements, investment
properties were valued at $2,014 million as at 31 March 2024. The
investment properties are classified into three segments being, Industrial,
Office, and Large Format Retail.
The methods used for assessing fair
values include the capitalisation of
contract income, capitalisation of market income and discounted cash flow
methodologies. Fair values are calculated using actual and forecasted
inputs and assumptions including market rentals and growth, maintenance
and capital expenditure requirements, an assessment of yields, discount
rates, occupancy, leasing costs and weighted average lease terms.
Adjustments are made to observable market data of similar properties to
reflect the specific nature and location of the individual properties.
The Group’s policy is to engage independent registered valuers to perform
v
aluations for each of the properties on at least an annual basis. The
valuation of investment properties is a key audit matter due to the
subjective judgements and assumptions in the valuation process.
We read the valuation reports for all properties that were subject to
revaluation at year end. We checked for any limitations of scope in the
valuation reports that would impact the reliability of the valuations.
When considered appropriate, discussions were held with the valuers
to confirm the valuation approach used. These discussions related to
the general market, as well as specific properties identified by us.
We assessed the valuers’ experience and professional accreditations.
T
his included having each of the valuers confirm their independence,
qualifications and that the scope of work undertaken was in line with
professional valuation standards and financial reporting standards. In
addition, we considered the Group’s process for reviewing and
challenging the valuation reports to ensure that they accurately
reflected the individual characteristics of each property.
The major inputs to the valuation process were tested across a sample
of
properties, with a focus on the capitalisation of market rent
methodology. For the sample selected, key changes in rental
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assumptions, capitalisation rates and other adjustments and terms
were agreed to underlying supporting information.
For a sample of properties, ownership was confirmed through property
title searches.
Our internal valuation specialists assisted in assessing the
appropriateness of the valuation methodology.
Other information The Board of Directors are responsible on behalf of the Group for the other information. The other information
comprises the information in the Annual Report that accompanies the consolidated financial statements and the
audit report.
Our opinion on the consolidated financial statements does not cover the other information and we do not
express any form of assurance conclusion thereon.
Our responsibility is to read the other information and consider whether it is materially inconsistent with the
consolidated financial statements, or our knowledge obtained in the audit or otherwise appears to be materially
misstated. If so, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard.
Board of Directors’ responsibilities for
the consolidated financial statements
The Board of Directors are responsible on behalf of the Group for the preparation and fair presentation of the
consolidated financial statements in accordance with NZ IFRS and IFRS, and for such internal control as the Board
of Directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of consolidated financial statements that are free
from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the consolidated financial statements, the Board of Directors are responsible on behalf of the Group
for assessing the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going
concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the Board of Directors either intend to liquidate
the Group or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.
Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit
of the consolidated financial statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements as a
whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that
includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit
conducted in accordance with ISAs and ISAs (NZ) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists.
Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they
could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these
consolidated financial statements.
A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of the consolidated financial statements is located on
the External Reporting Board’s website at:
https://www.xrb.govt.nz/standards-for-assurance-practitioners/auditors-responsibilities/audit-report-1
This description forms part of our auditor’s report.
Restriction on use
This report is made solely to the Company’s shareholders, as a body. Our audit has been undertaken so that we
might state to the Company’s shareholders those matters we are required to state to them in an auditor’s report
and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to
anyone other than the Company’s shareholders as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions
we have formed.
Peter Gulliver, Partner
for Deloitte Limited
Auckland, New Zealand
21 May 2024
Key audit matter How our audit addressed the key audit matter
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The Company
Argosy is a limited liability company incorporated under the
Companies Act 1993. Argosy shares are listed on the NZX Main
Board (NZX code: ARG). Argosy’s constitution is available on its
website (www.argosy.co.nz) and the New Zealand Companies
Office website (www.companiesoffice.govt.nz).
Corporate Governance Philosophy
Ultimate responsibility for corporate governance of the
Company resides with the Board of Directors. The Board sees
strong corporate governance and stewardship as fundamental
to the strong performance of the Company and, accordingly,
the Board’s commitment is to the highest standards of
business behaviour and accountability. Outlined below are
the main corporate governance practices in place throughout
the year. In the Board’s opinion, as at 31 March 2024,
the Company complied with the recommendations set by
the NZX Corporate Governance Code (1 April 2023), except
as set out in the Company’s Statement on Reporting
Against the NZX Code, which is available on the Company’s
website (www.argosy.co.nz).
Ethical Standards
Argosy’s Code of Conduct and Ethics sets out the ethical and
behavioural standards expected of Argosy’s Directors, Officers
and employees. The purpose of the Code of Conduct and Ethics
is to uphold the highest ethical standards and ensure Argosy’s
Directors, Officers and employees are acting in good faith and
in the best interests of shareholders at all times. The Code of
Conduct and Ethics outlines the Company’s policies in respect
of conflicts of interest, fair dealing, compliance with applicable
laws and regulations, maintaining confidentiality of information,
dealing with company assets and use of company information.
Procedures for dealing with breaches of these policies
are contained in the Code of Conduct and Ethics, which
forms part of each employee’s conditions of employment.
Argosy’s Code of Conduct and Ethics is available on its
website (www.argosy.co.nz).
Climate-Related Financial Disclosures
The group climate statements for Argosy and its subsidiaries
are available on the Company's website (www.argosy.co.nz)
Composition of the Board
Argosy is committed to having a Board whose members have
the capacity to act independently and have the composite
skills to optimise the financial performance of the Company and
returns to shareholders. The Constitution provides for there to
be not fewer than three Directors. All the members of the Board
are independent non-executive Directors. The Board does not
impose a restriction on the tenure of any Director as it considers
that such a restriction may lead to the loss of experience and
expertise from the Board.
Attendance of Directors
BOARD MEETINGS ATTENDED
DirectorAttendance
Jeff Morrison (Chair)8 of 8
Stuart McLauchlan8 of 8
Chris Gudgeon7 of 8
Mike Pohio8 of 8
Rachel Winder8 of 8
Martin Stearne7 of 8
Jeff Morrison, Stuart McLauchlan, Chris Gudgeon, Mike Pohio,
Rachel Winder and Martin Stearne were Directors as at 31 March
2024. Brief resumés of Argosy's current Directors are included
in the section headed “Our Leadership & Governance” on
pages 28-29.
Independent Directors
The Company recognises that independent directors are
important in assuring shareholders that the Board is properly
fulfilling its role and is diligent in holding management
accountable for its performance.
In determining whether a Director is independent, the Board
considers whether the Director is independent of management
and free of any business or other relationship that could
materially interfere with, or could reasonably be perceived to
materially interfere with, the exercise of his or her unfettered
and independent judgement. In accordance with Rule 2.6.1 of
the NZX Listing Rules, the Board has determined that all of
the Directors were, in its view, independent directors as at the
balance date as none of them had a disqualifying relationship
with the Company. In making this determination the Board has
determined that none of the factors referred to in table 2.4 of the
NZX Corporate Governance Code apply to Argosy’s Directors.
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Board Skills
The skills matrix (on the right) presents the Board’s assessment
of its skills and experience against criteria identified as
necessary in the context of Argosy’s business and the wider
commercial environment in which it operates. It helps guide the
assessment of the skills and diversity that the Board has or is
looking for, provides an opportunity to identify gaps in skills that
the Board seeks of current Directors and is part of the Board’s
planning for development, renewal and succession. The matrix
will be reviewed regularly, to ensure the Board’s collective skills
and experience are aligned with the needs of Argosy’s business
and developments in the commercial environment. Beyond
the variety of technical skills and experience listed below, the
Board seeks to work as a team with different personalities and
viewpoints, who will respectfully challenge Management and
each other to support the long-term success of the Company.
Skills / ExperienceTotal
Property Industry4/6
Commercial5/6
Financial5/6
Legal3/6
Capital Markets4/6
ESG4/6
Strategy6/6
Risk Management3/6
Criteria for the skills assessment are outlined in the
following table:
Property Industry Experience
Experience in property including but not limited to investment and divestment,
leasing, development and management.
Commercial ExperienceBroad range of commercial/entrepreneurial/business experience.
FinancialQualifications and experience in accounting and/or finance and the ability to:
•analyse key financial statements
•critically assess financial feasibility and performance
•contribute to strategic financial planning
•oversee budgets and the efficient use of resources
•oversee funding arrangements
LegalGeneral experience with legal principles around property, capital raising and
funds management.
Experience in corporate and commercial law, including major contracts.
Capital MarketsKnowledge of capital markets and experience with raising funds via the
capital markets.
Knowledge and awareness of the objectives and preferences of institutional and
retail investors.
ESGExperience in best practice corporate governance structures, policies and processes.
StrategyBusiness strategy skills, including oversight, development and execution, business
sustainability, and capital allocation and planning.
Risk ManagementAbility to identify, mitigate and manage key risks to the organisation in a wide range of
areas including legal, regulatory and operational (including health and safety).
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Board and Director Performance
The Board will, regularly, critically evaluate its own
performance, and its own processes and procedures to ensure
that they are not unduly complex and are designed to assist
the Board in effectively fulfilling its role. The Board also
regularly reviews and evaluates the performance of each
standing Committee to ensure it is operating consistently with
its constitution and delegations.
Insider Trading and Restricted Persons Trading
Argosy’s Directors, Officers and employees, their families
and related parties must comply with the Insider Trading
and Restricted Persons Trading policy. Amongst other
requirements, the policy identifies three ‘black-out periods’
where trading in the Company’s shares is prohibited (with
limited exceptions, such as a ‘special circumstances’ trading
application). The black-out periods are from the close of trading
on 28 February (or 29 February in a leap year) until the day
following the full year announcement date each year; from the
close of trading on 31 August until the day following the half year
announcement date each year; and 30 days prior to release of a
product disclosure statement for a general public offer of Argosy
securities. The black-out periods do not affect ongoing fixed
participation in the Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP).
Trading by Directors, Officers, certain employees and their
associates, requires pre trade approval (with limited exceptions,
such as shares acquired under the DRP). Officers and
employees must obtain approval from any two Directors
or a Director and the Chief Financial Officer and Directors
must obtain pre-trade approval from the Chairman (or in the
case of the Chairman, the Chairman of the Audit and Risk
Committee). The holdings of Directors of securities in Argosy
are disclosed in the section headed 'Directors' Shareholdings
and Bondholdings' on pages 68-69 of this report. Argosy’s
Insider Trading and Restricted Persons Trading Policy is
available on its website (www.argosy.co.nz).
Directors and Officers' Indemnification
and Insurance
In accordance with section 162 of the Companies Act 1993 and
the Constitution of the Company, Argosy has indemnified and
insured its Directors and employees, including Directors and
employees of subsidiaries, in respect of liability incurred for
any act or omission in their capacity as a Director or employee
(including defence costs). The insurer reimburses the company
where it has indemnified the Directors or employees.
Board Committees
Board Committees assist with the execution of the Board’s
responsibilities to shareholders. Each Committee operates
under a Constitution approved by the Board, setting out
its role, responsibilities, authority, relationship with the
Board, reporting requirements, composition, structure and
membership. Argosy’s Board Committee constitutions are
available on its website (www.argosy.co.nz).
Remuneration and Nominations Committee
During the year the responsibilities of the existing Remuneration
Committee were expanded to include nominations and the
Committee was renamed the Remuneration and Nominations
Committee. The Committee is responsible for considering the
remuneration of Directors and senior executives, administering
the Company’s bonus and incentive schemes, succession
planning, reviewing Board composition and skills and making
recommendations in respect of Director appointments. As at
31 March 2024 Jeff Morrison (Chairman), Stuart McLauchlan
and Martin Stearne were members of the Committee.
The Committee’s charter, which sets out its
responsibilities in more detail, is available on Argosy’s
website (www.argosy.co.nz).
Attendance at Remuneration and
Nominations Committee
REMUNERATION COMMITTEE MEETINGS ATTENDED
DirectorAttendance
Jeff Morrison (Chair)2 of 2
Stuart McLauchlan2 of 2
Martin Stearne2 of 2
Environmental, Social & Governance
(ESG) Committee
The ESG Committee is a standing Committee of the Board
responsible for identifying and considering ESG matters in
relation to the Company and its operations, including climate
change risks. As at 31 March 2024 Mike Pohio (Chairman) and
Rachel Winder were members of the Committee.
The Committee’s charter, which sets out its
responsibilities in more detail, is available on Argosy’s
website (www.argosy.co.nz).
Attendance at ESG Committee Meetings
ESG COMMITTEE MEETINGS ATTENDED
DirectorAttendance
Mike Pohio (Chair)5 of 5
Rachel Winder5 of 5
Audit and Risk Committee
The Audit and Risk Committee is a standing Committee of
the Board, responsible for overseeing the financial, accounting
and risk management responsibilities of the Company. The
minimum number of members on the Audit and Risk Committee
is three. All members must be Directors, the majority must
be Independent Directors and at least one member must have
an accounting or financial background. As at 31 March 2024
Stuart McLauchlan (Chairman), Jeff Morrison, Chris Gudgeon
and Martin Stearne were members of the Committee.
The Audit and Risk Committee assists the Board in fulfilling
its corporate governance and disclosure responsibilities with
particular reference to financial matters, external audit and
risk management. The Committee’s charter, which sets out
its responsibilities in more detail, is available on Argosy’s
website (www.argosy.co.nz).
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Attendance at Audit and Risk Committee
AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE MEETINGS ATTENDED
DirectorAttendance
Stuart McLauchlan (Chair)4 of 4
Jeff Morrison4 of 4
Chris Gudgeon4 of 4
Martin Stearne3 of 4
Directors' Remuneration
Director remuneration policy
The Remuneration and Nominations Committee reviews
Director remuneration annually and makes recommendations
to the Board. The Board takes advice from independent
remuneration specialists when considering any proposal to
increase the Directors’ fees.
DIRECTORS' FEES
The Company considers it desirable to attract and retain high
performing Directors whose skills and experience are well suited
to the Company’s requirements. To this end, it is important
that the Directors are remunerated appropriately. The current
total Directors’ fee pool approved by ordinary resolution at the
Company’s 2021 Annual Meeting is $828,000 per annum.
Director remuneration arrangements and outcomes
The Directors’ fees are presently set as follows:
OfficeRemunerationNo. of
people
holding
office
Chair$160,0001
Non-Executive Director$92,5005
Chair of Audit and Risk Committee$20,0001
Audit and Risk Committee Member$12,0003
Chair of Remuneration and
Nominations Committee
$12,5001
Remuneration and Nominations
Committee Member
$6,0002
Chair of ESG Committee$15,0001
ESG Committee Member$10,0001
The approved fee pool includes an unallocated amount of
$100,000 that provides flexibility to remunerate Directors who
assume additional responsibilities (including one-off project
work) from time to time beyond the scope of their usual
responsibilities. No such remuneration was provided in the year
to 31 March 2024 (2023: Nil).
DIRECTORS' REMUNERATION
Remuneration paid to Directors by the Company during the year
is as follows:
DirectorFee
Fee for Audit &
Risk Committee
Fee for Remuneration &
Nomination Committee
Fee for
ESG CommitteeRemuneration
Jeff Morrison (Chair)$160,000$12,000$12,500-$184,500
Stuart McLauchlan$92,500$20,000$6,000-$118,500
Martin Stearne$92,500$12,000$6,000-$110,500
Mike Pohio$92,500--$15,000$107,500
Chris Gudgeon$92,500$12,000--$104,500
Rachel Winder$92,500--$10,000$102,500
Total$622,500$56,000$24,500$25,000$728,000
No current or former Director received any other benefits from
Argosy during the year to 31 March 2024 (2023: Nil).
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Director shareholdings are disclosed on pages 68-69.
Gender Balance
As at 31 March 2024, the gender balance statistics for
the Company's Directors, Officers and all employees were
as follows:
GENDER DIVERSITY
DirectorsOfficersAll employees
Female1 (2023: 1)3 (2023: 3)15 (2023: 15)
Male5 (2023: 5)10 (2023: 10)21 (2023: 21)
Total6 (2023: 6)13 (2023: 13)36 (2023: 36)
As at 31 March 2024, the age statistics for the Company's
Directors, Officers and all employees were as follows.
DirectorsOfficersAll employees
Under 30Nil (2023: Nil)Nil (2023: Nil)3 (2023: 4)
30-50 yrs2 (2023: 2)5 (2023: 7)16 (2023: 17)
Over 504 (2023: 4)8 (2023: 6)17 (2023: 15)
Argosy’s Diversity Policy is available on its website
(www.argosy.co.nz). The Board considers that the diversity
objectives and targets in the Policy are appropriate and that
Argosy is making good progress toward meeting them. You
can find further information on diversity on page 12 of the 2024
Sustainability Report.
Remuneration Report
Chairman's introduction:
The Remuneration and Nominations Committee has established
remuneration policies and practices to attract and retain a
high performing management team to carry on the Company’s
property investment business in the interests of shareholders.
All permanent staff are paid a mixture of fixed and variable
remuneration. The variable component is designed to link pay
of employees to both individual performance and the success of
the Company.
During the year to 31 March 2023 the Company’s remuneration
policies were reviewed by an external consultant. As a result,
changes were made to remuneration for the current year to
31 March 2024. The Chief Executive Officer’s (CEO) STI was
increased from 50% of base salary to 70% of base salary, with
the additional 20% being awarded based on achievement of
material stretch objectives set by the Board.
The Company’s STI scheme for employees other than the CEO
and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) was also adjusted during the
year to 31 March 2024, to increase the proportion of variable
remuneration linked to individual performance from 25% to 30%
of base salary. The remaining 70% of each employees’ variable
remuneration is linked to performance measures based on net
property income, adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) and
key operational metrics.
The Remuneration and Nominations Committee has reviewed
the Company’s remuneration policies and practices as outlined
below and discussed them with Management. We consider that
they create the foundation for a high performing Management
team whose interests are aligned with the interests of the
Company’s shareholders.
Jeff Morrison, Chairman
REMUNERATION GOVERNANCE
The Board’s Remuneration and Nominations Committee
overseas the Company’s remuneration policy and framework.
These are designed to attract, retain and reward individual
employees who deliver high performance aligned to
business objectives, strategy, shareholder interests and
investment performance.
Each member of the Remuneration and Nominations Committee
is independent and Management only attend Committee
meetings by invitation. Further information concerning the
composition of the Remuneration and Nominations Committee
(and other Board Committees) is set out on page 63.
The Remuneration and Nominations Committee operates under
a written Constitution and in accordance with the Company’s
Remuneration Policy, both of which are available on the
Company’s website (www.argosy.co.nz). The main features of
the Company’s Remuneration Policy are summarised below.
EMPLOYEE REMUNERATION
An employee’s remuneration is comprised of the
following components:
•fixed remuneration;
•variable or ‘at risk’ components.
The fixed remuneration component (including salary, KiwiSaver
contributions, health and disability benefits and vehicles) is
designed to reward employees for their skills and experience
and the accountability of their role. The variable component is
comprised of a short-term incentive scheme for all permanent
employees and a long-term incentive (LTI) scheme for
eligible senior executives. Each component of remuneration is
outlined below.
FIXED REMUNERATION
Fixed remuneration is the primary basis for remunerating the
Company’s employees. Each employee’s fixed remuneration
is determined based on their responsibilities, capability,
performance and market benchmarks. Fixed remuneration for
permanent employees is comprised of their base salary and
benefits. Benefits may include:
•KiwiSaver employer superannuation contributions;
•life and disability insurance;
•health insurance; and
•private use of a company vehicle.
SHORT TERM INCENTIVE SCHEME (STI)
The STI is a discretionary variable pay scheme for
permanent employees, designed to reward participants for
high performance and the Company’s success over the
financial year.
•The STI for all employees other than the CEO and CFO is
based on Company and individual performance measures
with stretch performance goals.
•The Company performance measure is based on specific
annual Company targets, which are linked to the Company’s
strategy and approved by the Board.
•Individual goals and performance measures are agreed
between each manager and their direct reports, to
encourage outstanding performance.
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•Measures and stretch performance goals are reviewed each
financial year.
•The STI for each of the CEO and CFO is based solely on
Company performance.
LONG TERM INCENTIVE SCHEME (LTI)
The Company has established an LTI scheme to remunerate
senior executives for sustained performance over a three-year
period. Under the LTI scheme (which is subject to Board
discretion), the Company may issue performance share rights
(PSRs) to eligible employees each year (during the year to
31 March 2024 these were the CEO and CFO). Each PSR entitles
its holder to one share in Argosy on its vesting date, subject to
meeting LTI performance thresholds. Each PSR has a vesting
date three years after commencement of the financial year in
which it is issued.
The LTI performance measure is a comparison of the
Company’s Total Shareholder Return (TSR) against the TSR of
a comparator group of listed entities determined by the Board.
•Comparator entities are chosen from the S&P/NZX All Real
Estate Gross Index.
•TSRs of the entities in the comparison group over the
performance period (which is three years) will be ranked from
highest to lowest.
•If Argosy’s TSR over the performance period exceeds the
TSR of the company ranked at the 50th percentile in the
comparison group, 50% of the PSRs will vest.
•If Argosy’s TSR over the performance period exceeds the
TSR of the company ranked at the 75th percentile in the
comparison group, 100% of the PSRs will vest.
•There is a straight line progression and apportionment
between these two points.
444,849 PSRs (100% of PSRs granted in respect of the period
commencing on 1 April 2020) vested during the year, reflecting
that the Company’s TSR exceeded the 75th percentile of the
comparison group over the applicable three-year period. A
corresponding number of shares in the Company were issued.
495,473 PSRs were granted to eligible employees during
the year.
External independent advice and references to employee
remuneration benchmarks
Each year the Company receives external remuneration
benchmark information in the course of reviewing employee
remuneration. No external independent advice was received
by the Company in relation to the year ended 31 March 2024.
However, the Company has received external independent
advice in setting salary levels for the year ending 31 March 2025.
CHIEF EXECUTIVE'S REMUNERATION
The Chief Executive's remuneration for the year ended 31 March
2024 is outlined below:
Base salary
$677,000
Other benefits$73,600
Short term incentive (STI)$415,000
Long term incentive (LTI)$315,500
Total$1,481,100
Base salary and other benefits reflect the CEO’s fixed
remuneration during the year. The base salary increased by
$27,000 on the prior year. The CEO’s maximum STI for
the year is equal to 70% of base salary ($473,900). The
proportion of this amount awarded reflects the Remuneration
and Nominations Committee’s assessment of the CEO’s
performance during the year measured against agreed
performance hurdles in the following areas:
•Financial Performance: Targets based on net property
income and AFFO
•Health and Safety: Targets based on zero serious
harm injuries
•Operations: Targets based on leasing and
portfolio positioning
•Sustainability: Targets based on near term actions in the
Company’s Sustainability Framework
•Strategic Initiatives: Targets based on the completion of a
strategic asset review.
The STI weightings attributed to each area are shown in the
table below:
Performance hurdleSTI weightingOutcome
Financial performance27%27%
Health and Safety14%14%
Operations20%8%
Sustainability11%11%
Strategic Initiatives28%28%
The LTI included in the CEO’s remuneration relates to PSRs,
which have a three-year vesting period beginning on 1 April
2020 and ending on 31 March 2023, that vested during the
year to 31 March 2024. Vesting of PSRs is dependent on the
Company’s relative TSR over the vesting period, as described
on page 66. 287,356 PSRs (100% of the PSRs granted in
respect of the period commencing 1 April 2020) vested on
16 May 2023 and a corresponding number of shares were issued
on 19 May 2023. The shares were valued at $1.0981 per share
based on the volume weighted average price for Argosy shares
over the five days trading prior to the share issue.
In addition to the total remuneration disclosed above, the CEO
was granted 353,133 PSRs during the year to 31 March 2024
(which have a three-year vesting period commencing
1 April
2023). The grant of PSRs was calculated based on 60% of
base salary and using the volume weighted average price of
the shares sold through the NZX over the period of 10 trading
days ending on 31 March 2023. The LTI is included in the CEO’s
remuneration in the year that the shares vest.
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GrantedCommencement datePSR periodVesting date
2020 PSRs287,3561 April 2020Three years16 May 2023
2021 PSRs180,0051 April 2021Three yearsExpected FY25
2022 PSRs188,9261 April 2022Three yearsExpected FY26
2023 PSRs353,1331 April 2023Three yearsExpected FY27
The CEO’s shareholdings in the Company are disclosed on
page 70.
ESG disclosures
As at 31 March 2024, the CEO’s base salary of $677,000
was 4.4 times (2023: 4.8 times) that of the base salary of
the median employee at $153,000 per annum. The CEO’s
total remuneration, including STI Earned and LTI Vested,
of $1,481,100 was 7.4 times (2023: 6.4 times) the total
remuneration of the median employee at $201,500.
The Company does not report gender pay gap information as it
has less than 50 employees. Mind the Gap considers that it is
not appropriate for issuers with less than 50 employees to make
a gender pay gap disclosure.
EMPLOYEE REMUNERATION
All employees of the Group are employed by Argosy Property
Management Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the
Company. The number of employees or former employees who
received remuneration and any other benefits in their capacity
as employees of $100,000 per annum or more, are set out in the
following table:
Amount of remunerationNumber of employees
$100,001 - $110,0002
$110,001 - $120,0001
$130,001 - $140,0003
$140,001 - $150,0001
$150,001 - $160,0001
$160,001 - $170,0001
$170,001 - $180,0003
$180,001 - $190,0001
$200,001 - $210,0002
$210,001 - $220,0002
$240,001 - $250,0002
$250,001 - $260,0001
$280,001 - $290,0001
$290,001 - $300,0001
$300,001 - $310,0003
$310,001 - $320,0001
$320,001 - $330,0001
$360,001 - $370,0001
$380,001 - $390,0001
$450,001 - $460,0001
$1,010,001-$1,020,0001
$1,480,001-$1,490,0001
The CEO salary included in the table above includes the STI
earned in this financial year, and described further on page 66,
which will be paid in the financial year ending 31 March 2025.
444,849 PSRs vested in the year to 31 March 2024 and these
are included in the value of remuneration and other benefits
in the table above. Employee remuneration does not include
PSRs issued under the Company’s LTI scheme that have been
granted but which have not vested.
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Interests Registers
DIRECTORS’ SHAREHOLDINGS AND BONDHOLDINGS
Equity and debt securities in which each Director and associated person of each Director held a relevant interest as at 31 March 2024
are listed below:
DirectorHolderTrusteesInterest
Number of
Shares
Chris GudgeonTrustees of the Twinrock TrustCW Gudgeon, JC Gudgeon
and PB Guise
Non
beneficial
18,100
Mike PohioTrustees of the Pohio Family TrustMichael Eric Pohio, Karen
Elizabeth Pohio and Ruby
Trustees Limited
Non
beneficial
50,000
Rachel WinderRachel WinderBeneficial14,000
Martin StearneFNZ Custodians Limited for the trustees of
the MW and LJ Stearne Family Trust
Martin William Stearne and
Tobias Edward Groser
Non
beneficial
200,000
Stuart McLauchlanJBWere (NZ) Nominees LimitedBeneficial51,398
Jeff MorrisonInvestment Custodial Services for the
trustees of the Suzanne Fisher Trust
Jeff Morrison and
Barry Fisher
Non
beneficial
335,114
Jeff MorrisonInvestment Custodial Services for trustees of
the LJ Fisher Trust
Jeff Morrison and
Andrew Spencer
Non
beneficial
30,768
Jeff MorrisonTrustees of the JM Thompson TrustJeff Morrison and
Robyn Shearer
Non
beneficial
329,160
Jeff MorrisonTrustees of the Dalbeth Family Trust No.3William Dalbeth and
Jeff Morrison
Non
beneficial
218,070
Jeff MorrisonTrustees of the Dalbeth Family Trust No.4William Dalbeth and
Jeff Morrison
Non
beneficial
334,300
Jeff MorrisonFNZ Custodians Limited for Stephen Fisher,
Virginia Fisher and Jeffrey Morrison as
trustees of the Stephen and Virginia
Fisher Trust
Stephen Fisher, Virginia
Fisher and Jeff Morrison
Non
beneficial
66,000
Jeff MorrisonTrustees of the Margaret Claire Dotchin-
Knight Trust
Jeff Morrison, John
Sieprath, Jon Dotchin and
Dulcie Dotchin
Non
beneficial
5,000
Jeff MorrisonTrustees of the Joanne Elizabeth
Dotchin Trust
Jeff Morrison, John
Sieprath, Jon Dotchin and
Dulcie Dotchin
Non
beneficial
5,000
Jeff MorrisonInvestment Custodial Services Limited
for Jeffrey
Robert Morrison and Noeline Morrison
as trustees
of the J&N Morrison Family Trust
Jeff Morrison and
Noeline Morrison
Beneficial172,322
Jeff MorrisonInvestment Custodial Services Limited for
the Spirit of Adventure Trust Board
Non
beneficial
69,250
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DirectorHolderTrusteesInterest
Number of
ARG010
Bonds
Jeff MorrisonJM Thompson Charitable TrustRobyn Maree Shearer and
Jeff Morrison
Non beneficial300,000
Jeff MorrisonWT Dalbeth Family Trust No.3William Thomas Dalbeth &
Jeff Morrison
Non beneficial200,000
Jeff MorrisonDalbeth Family Trust No.2William Thomas Dalbeth &
Jeff Morrison
Non beneficial200,000
Jeff MorrisonLJ Fisher TrustAndrew Spencer and
Jeff Morrison
Non beneficial45,000
Jeff MorrisonSusanne Fisher TrustStephen Barry Fisher and
Jeff Morrison
Non beneficial200,000
Jeff MorrisonWT Dalbeth Family Trust No.4William Thomas Dalbeth &
Jeff Morrison
Non beneficial300,000
DirectorHolderTrusteesInterest
Number of
ARG020
Bonds
Jeff MorrisonStephen and Virginia Fisher TrustStephen Fisher, Virginia
Fisher and Jeff Morrison
Non beneficial125,000
Jeff MorrisonSusanne Fisher TrustStephen Barry Fisher and
Jeff Morrison
Non beneficial100,000
DirectorHolderTrusteesInterest
Number of
ARG030
Bonds
Jeff MorrisonFNZ Custodians Limited for Stephen
Barry Fisher, Virginia Jane Fisher
and Jeff Morrison as trustees of the
Stephen and Virginia Fisher Trust
Stephen Barry Fisher,
Virginia Jane Fisher and
Jeff Morrison
Non beneficial150,000
Jeff MorrisonJeff Morrison, John Sieprath, Jon
Dotchin and Dulcie Dotchin as
trustees of the Margaret Claire
Dotchin-Knight Trust
Jeff Morrison, John
Sieprath, Jon Dotchin and
Dulcie Dotchin
Non beneficial60,000
Jeff MorrisonJeff Morrison, John Sieprath, Jon
Dotchin and Dulcie Dotchin as
trustees of the Joanne Elizabeth
Dotchin Trust
Jeff Morrison, John
Sieprath, Jon Dotchin and
Dulcie Dotchin
Non beneficial60,000
Jeff MorrisonJeff Morrison, John Sieprath, Jon
Dotchin and Dulcie Dotchin as
trustees of the Jonathan Napier &
Dulcie Elizabeth Dotchin Trust
Jeff Morrison, John
Sieprath, Jon Dotchin and
Dulcie Dotchin
Non beneficial60,000
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Senior Managers' Shareholdings
Equity securities in which each Senior Manager and associated persons of each Senior Manager held a relevant interest as at
31 March 2024 are listed below:
OfficerHolderTrusteesInterestNo. of shares
Peter MencePeter Mence2021 PSR
1
180,005
2022 PSR
1
188,926
2023 PSR
1
353,133
Peter MenceBeneficial719,917
Trustees of the
Papageno
Trust
Peter Mence,
Stella
McDonald
Non beneficial416,077
Sharesies
Nominee
Limited as
nominee for
Peter Donald
Mence
Sharesies
Nominee
Limited
Beneficial93,728
Dave FraserDave Fraser2021 PSR
1
101,616
2022 PSR
1
110,918
2023 PSR
1
142,340
Dave FraserBeneficial603,616
1.Performance Share Rights issued under the Company's Long Term Incentive Scheme.
Directors and Senior Managers' Share and Bond dealings
The Directors and Senior Managers entered into the following
dealings which relate to the acquisition of shares and bonds in
the Company during the year:
•Dave Fraser acquired a beneficial interest in 25,000 shares
in the Company on 30 May 2023 for consideration of
$28,005 through an on-market acquisition.
•Dave Fraser acquired a beneficial interest in 157,493 shares
in the Company on 19 May 2023 for consideration of $1 which
were issued upon vesting of performance share rights under
the Company’s Long Term Incentive Scheme.
•Dave Fraser disposed of a beneficial interest in 157,493
performance share rights in the Company on 19 May 2023 for
nil consideration which expired under the Company’s Long
Term Incentive Scheme.
•Dave Fraser acquired a beneficial interest in 142,340
performance share rights in the Company on 19 May 2023 for
nil consideration which were granted under the Company’s
Long Term Incentive Scheme.
•Peter Mence acquired a beneficial interest in 287,356 shares
in the Company on 19 May 2023 for consideration of $1 which
were issued upon vesting of performance share rights under
the Company’s Long Term Incentive Scheme.
•Peter Mence disposed of a beneficial interest in 287,356
performance share rights in the Company on 19 May 2023 for
nil consideration which expired under the Company’s Long
Term Incentive Scheme.
•Peter Mence acquired a beneficial interest in 353,133
performance share rights in the Company on 19 May 2023 for
nil consideration which were granted under the Company’s
Long Term Incentive Scheme.
•
Jeff Morrison disposed of a non-beneficial (professional
trustee) interest in 38,526 shares in the Company on
4 December 2023 for consideration of $42,156 through an
on-market disposal.
•Jeff Morrison disposed of a non-beneficial (professional
trustee) interest in 28,181 shares in the Company on
14 November 2023 for consideration of $30,693 through an
on-market disposal.
•Jeff Morrison acquired a non-beneficial (professional
trustee) interest in 100,000 ARG020 Green Bonds on
1 September 2023 for consideration of $88,615 through an
on-market acquisition.
•Jeff Morrison disposed of a non-beneficial (professional
trustee) interest in 5,000 shares in the Company on
3 August 2023 for consideration of $5,932 through an on-
market disposal.
•Martin Stearne acquired a non-beneficial (trust) interest in
30,745 shares in the Company on 19 December 2023 for
consideration of $34,286 through an on-market acquisition.
•Martin Stearne acquired a non-beneficial (trust) interest in
19,255 shares in the Company on 18 December 2023 for
consideration of $21,155 through an on-market acquisition.
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Corporate Governance
Directors' Interests
The Directors have declared interests in the entities listed below. Where (R) is included next to the interest, the Director has ceased
to have that interest during the year.
DirectorPositionCompany/Organisation
Stuart McLauchlanChairmanAnalog Digital Instruments Limited
ChairmanScott Technology Limited
DirectorGS McLauchlan & Co Limited
DirectorScenic Hotel Group Limited
DirectorDunedin Casinos Limited
DirectorEbos Group Limited
MemberMarsh Limited Advisory Board
Mike PohioChairmanRotoiti 15 Investment Limited Partnership
ChairmanMana Ahuriri Holdings Limited Partnership
DirectorWhakapoungakau 24 Limited
DirectorTe Atiawa (Taranaki) Holdings Limited
DirectorKiwi Group Capital Limited
ChairmanNgai Tahu Holdings (R)
DirectorTe Atiawa Iwi Holdings Management Limited (R)
Jeff Morrison (Chair)TrusteeSpirit of Adventure Trust
Chris GudgeonDirectorCrown Infrastructure Partners Limited
DirectorNgati Whatua Orakei Whai Rawa Ltd
DirectorWhai Rawa GP Ltd
DirectorWhai Rawa Kainga Development Ltd
DirectorNgati Whatua Orakei Housing Trustee Ltd
MemberKiwirail Holdings Ltd Property Committee
MemberNiwa Future Property Programme Committee
AdviserDialog Property (NZ) Limited
Rachel WinderDirectorAuckland Thoroughbred Racing Inc
DirectorCurrent Trading Company Limited
Martin StearneDirector and Shareholder (100%)Encore Advisory Limited
DirectorImpact Ventures CI Limited
MemberTakeovers Panel
MemberImpact Enterprise Fund Investment Committee
AdviserMontarne Capital Partners
MemberNZX’s NZ RegCo Advisory Panel
Peter MenceDirectorArgosy Property No. 1 Limited
DirectorArgosy Cover Limited
DirectorArgosy Property Management Limited
Dave FraserDirectorArgosy Property No. 1 Limited
DirectorArgosy Cover Limited
DirectorArgosy Property Management Limited
Information used by Directors
No Director requested to use information received in his or her
capacity as a Director that would not otherwise be available to
the Director.
Indemnities and insurance
The Company effected insurance for Directors and employees
for liability (including defence costs) arising in respect of acts or
omissions while acting in the capacity of a director or employee,
and a policy for defence costs.
External audit firm guidelines
In addition to the formal constitution under which the Audit
and Risk Committee operates, the Audit and Risk Committee
also has an External Auditor Independence Policy containing
procedures to ensure the independence of the Company’s
external auditor. Argosy’s External Auditor Independence Policy
is available on its website (www.argosy.co.nz).
The Audit and Risk Committee is responsible for recommending
the appointment of the external auditor and maintaining
procedures for the rotation of the external audit lead partner.
Under the External Auditor Independence Policy, the external
audit lead partner must be rotated every 5 years.
The Policy covers provision of non-audit services with the
general principle being that the external auditor should not
have any involvement in the production of financial information
or preparation of financial statements such that they might be
perceived as auditing their own work.
Deloitte is the Company’s current external auditor.
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NZX rulings and waivers
The Company did not apply to NZX for, nor rely on, any rulings
or waivers during the year to 31 March 2024.
Donations
The Company paid $137,278 across the following sponsorship
payments during the year to 31 March 2024:
•$7,500 Hotwater Beach Surf Life Saving Club Inc.;
•$7,500 Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club Inc.;
•$15,000 Red Beach Surf Life Saving;
•$7,500 St Clair Surf Life Saving;
•$7,500 Lyall Bay Surf Life Saving Club Inc.;
•$10,000 Keystone Trust;
•$50,000 Graeme Dingle Foundation;
•$6,087 Spirit of Adventure Trust;
•$5,000 The University of Auckland (Argosy Scholarship);
•$10,000 Variety - the Childrens Charity Incorporated;
•$3,500 Next Generation Sport; and
•$7,691 all other sponsorships.
No other member of the Group made donations in the year to
31 March 2024.
Argosy subsidiaries – Directors
As at 31 March 2024:
•Jeff Morrison, Peter Mence and Dave Fraser were the
Directors of Argosy Property No. 1 Limited;
•Jeff Morrison, Peter Mence and Dave Fraser were the
Directors of Argosy Property Management Limited; and
•Peter Mence, Dave Fraser and Antony WIll were the Directors
of Argosy Cover Limited.
No director of any Argosy subsidiary received additional
remuneration or benefits in respect of their directorships other
than Antony Will who is an independent director of Argosy
Cover Limited. Other than the entries set out under the
heading “Directors' Interests”, there were no entries made
in the Interests Registers of Argosy’s subsidiaries during the
accounting period.
The directors of Argosy’s subsidiaries who are not also directors
of the Company have no interests recorded in the interest
registers of those companies.
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Corporate Governance
Risk management
Argosy strives to deliver reliable and attractive returns to
shareholders. It takes a considered approach to development,
acquisition, divestment, leasing and capital management
decisions, reflecting its proposition to shareholders as a yield-
based investment.
Argosy has a robust risk assessment process. Risk assessment
reviews are carried out by a representative cross-section
of Argosy’s management team at least twice a year in
accordance with Argosy’s Risk Management Framework. A
risk assessment review has three phases: identification of
material risks arising from Argosy’s operation; assessment of
the probability and consequences of the risk and development
of controls to achieve a level of residual risk that is within
Argosy’s risk appetite.
Argosy generally operates within a medium (M), low (L) to
very low (VL) overall risk range. Argosy has a low risk appetite
for risks associated with managing developments, Value Add
projects and compliance matters. Argosy’s key risks are set out
in the table below:
Business riskMitigationResidual
Risk Rating
Asset Management: Unanticipated
loss of value due to regulatory
changes, inherent defects or poorly
selected acquisitions.
Argosy regularly monitors the quality of its portfolio. This includes
monitoring of seismic performance, cladding and environmental
hazards. Argosy carries out detailed due diligence prior to acquiring
any property.
M
Property Development: Delay, cost
increases or supplier default materially
impacting forecast profitability of
development activities.
Argosy closely monitors project budgets, prepares standardised
reporting for developments, conducts project end review meetings for
efficiency improvement, maintains a dedicated development team and
fosters strong relationships with key contractors to mitigate risk.
L
Economic downturn: Downturn in
economy leading to tenant distress
and reduced leasing demand.
Argosy carries out comprehensive due diligence on new tenants
and has a diverse base of tenants which provides resilience in an
economic downturn. Tenant arrears are reviewed fortnightly and non-
payment is prioritised and addressed with tenants promptly. Our
portfolio diversification across sectors and geographies and exposure to
Government tenants, reduces the risk of distressed tenants. Argosy's
weighted average lease term of 5.2 years also limits exposure to
reduced demand during downturns in the business cycle.
M
Insurance: Failure to adequately
insure resulting in uninsured losses.
Argosy engages reputable insurance brokers and carries out regular
insurance valuations to ensure properties are adequately insured.
Argosy seeks to reduce risk by both maintaining strong relationships
with local insuers and by accessing offshore insurers in London. Argosy
recently established an insurance captive to improve access to overseas
reinsurance markets thereby reducing risks in relation to securing
adequate insurance cover at reasonable cost, particularly in relation to
Wellington earthquake risk.
VL
Health and safety: Non-compliance
with health and safety legislation
by Argosy or its contractors leading
to preventable health and safety
incidents resulting in serious injury
or death.
Argosy has a health and safety framework and an annual health and
safety strategic plan to manage health and safety risk. Health and
safety is overseen at a management level by the Health and Safety
Committee, and health and safety is a standing agenda item with
routine reporting at Board meetings. Health and safety systems are
independently reviewed on a three-yearly cycle. Argosy collaborates
with contractors and tenants to promote high standards of health and
safety at Argosy sites.
VL
Disruption to business continuity:
Interruption to business as usual
operations at Argosy's corporate
premises due to natural disaster or
other events impacting Argosy's staff,
property or systems.
Argosy maintains a business continuity plan under which each
employee can work from home and Argosy's business as usual
operations can be carried out away from its corporate offices.
Information technology systems are cloud-based and backed up
locally and overseas ensuring the security and accessibility of
business records.
VL
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Business riskMitigationResidual
Risk Rating
Cyber crime: Financial loss, loss of
business records, or unauthorised
disclosure of sensitive information
due to criminal activity involving
the use of a computer, network or
networked device.
Argosy staff undertake regular cyber security training to prevent
unauthorised access to Argosy's computer network and systems.
Argosy systems incorporate security features such as disk encryption,
strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, anti-spam technologies,
monitoring tools to pre-emptively detect incidents and analysis tools
to identify incidents as they happen or after they occur. There are
also strong controls to prevent fraud-induced payments. Argosy's
information technology systems are cloud-based, with multiple backups
locally and overseas by reputable providers to ensure the security
and accessibility of business records. Were Argosy's business records
to become inaccessible due to a cyber event, many key records
could be reconstructed from hard copy documentation and third party
information (such as lease documentation and bank records) and
monthly automatic lease payments would continue to be received
from tenants.
L
Interest rates and liquidity:
Unexpected interest rates rises or
rapid and unexpected appreciation
of funding margins leading to
increased costs or limited capacity or
rationed lending restricts access to
debt funding.
Argosy follows a hedging policy under which it operates within hedging
bands recommended by independent treasury advisors. Bank funding is
confirmed until at least April 2025 with an average duration of 2.3 years
and there is added diversification and tenor from Argosy's Green Bonds.M
Breach of bank covenants:
Reduction in property values or
increase in interest costs causes
Argosy to breach bank covenants.
Argosy operates under a capital management framework which ensures
regular monitoring of bank covenants. Argosy maintains significant
headroom in its facilities and fosters strong relationships with its
banking syndicate. Regular monitoring includes forecasts of key ratios
(and associated sensitivity analysis) and takes into account the impact
of material transactions.
L
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Corporate Governance
20 LARGEST REGISTERED FINANCIAL PRODUCT HOLDERS AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
RankHolder NameTotalPercentage
1Accident Compensation Corporation82,411,3629.72
2FNZ Custodians Limited77,009,4479.09
3HSBC Nominees (New Zealand) Limited58,570,9066.91
4BNP Paribas Nominees (NZ) Limited49,070,5345.79
5Citibank Nominees (New Zealand) Limited33,099,0813.90
6New Zealand Depository Nominee Limited30,912,6353.64
7HSBC Nominees (New Zealand) Limited A/C State Street30,519,8413.60
8Investment Custodial Services Limited29,375,9433.46
9JP Morgan Chase Bank NA NZ Branch-Segregated Clients Acct28,204,0583.32
10Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited25,125,2442.96
11Tea Custodians Limited Client Property Trust Account22,562,6472.66
12Custodial Services Limited15,294,7581.80
13Adminis Custodial Nominees Limited10,588,8001.24
14JBWere (NZ) Nominees Limited10,354,4211.22
15PT (Booster Investments) Nominees Limited8,918,9651.05
16Simplicity Nominees Limited8,381,6440.98
17Christine Anne Mansell & Harvan Trustees Limited7,317,0000.86
18Jarden Custodians Limited6,701,7310.79
19Peter John Whiting & Janet Graham Whiting & Peter Austin Gowing5,803,8400.68
20Southern Capital Limited5,357,8000.63
SUBSTANTIAL PRODUCT HOLDERS AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
Date notice filedNo of shares
% of total
issued shares
Accident Compensation Corporation30 October 202378,916,2139.315
Jarden Securities25 January 202444,956,1165.308
Salt Funds Management2 March 202344,429,4935.247
The total number of shares on issue in the Company as at 31 March 2024 was 847,168,744. The only class of shares on issue as at
31 March 2024 was ordinary shares. The number and percentage of shares shown are as advised in the substantial security holder
notice to the Company disclosed by 31 March 2024 and may not be that substantial holder's current relevant interest.
DISTRIBUTION OF SHAREHOLDERS AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
Holding RangeHolder CountHolder Count %Holding Quantity
Holding
Quantity %
1 to 4,9991,28217.713,150,5450.37
5,000 to 9,9991,34518.599,734,3571.15
10,000 to 49,9993,45447.7376,616,7789.04
50,000 to 99,9996569.0643,831,4025.17
100,000 to 499,9994295.9376,771,4939.06
500,000 to 999,999310.4321,376,7252.52
1,000,000+400.55615,687,44472.69
Total7,237100.00847,168,744100.00
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Investor Statistics
20 LARGEST REGISTERED HOLDERS OF ARG010 BONDS AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
RankHolder NameTotalPercentage
1FNZ Custodians Limited19,951,00019.95
2Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited18,716,00018.71
3Custodial Services Limited15,912,00015.91
4HSBC Nominees (New Zealand) Limited12,200,00012.20
5Investment Custodial Services Limited4,479,0004.47
6NZPT Custodians (Grosvenor) Limited4,400,0004.40
7FNZ Custodians Limited3,124,0003.12
8Hobson Wealth Custodian Limited1,871,0001.87
9Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited1,318,0001.31
10Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited835,0000.83
11Commonwealth Bank Of Australia733,0000.73
12Generate Kiwisaver Public Trust Nominees Limited546,0000.54
13Andrew Patrick Cunningham & Elizabeth Anne Cunningham500,0000.50
14Hugh Mccracken Ensor500,0000.50
15JBWere (NZ) Nominees Limited460,0000.46
16Tea Custodians Limited Client Property Trust Account422,0000.42
17Craig Paul Werner & Lea Lynn Werner380,0000.38
18Frimley Foundation350,0000.35
19JN & HB Williams Foundation350,0000.35
20FNZ Custodians Limited277,0000.27
DISTRIBUTION OF ARG010 BONDHOLDERS AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
Holding RangeHolder CountHolder Count %Holding QuantityHolding Quantity %
5,000 to 9,9995612.67311,0000.30
10,000 to 49,99928764.935,650,0005.65
50,000 to 99,9996113.803,425,0003.43
100,000 to 499,999276.114,810,0004.81
500,000 to 999,99930.681,835,0001.84
1,000,000+81.8183,969,00083.97
Total442100.00100,000,000100.00
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Investor Statistics
20 LARGEST REGISTERED HOLDERS OF ARG020 BONDS AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
RankHolder NameTotalPercentage
1Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited16,416,00016.41
2FNZ Custodians Limited14,653,00014.65
3Custodial Services Limited13,909,00013.90
4HSBC Nominees (New Zealand) Limited13,250,00013.25
5Tea Custodians Limited Client Property Trust Account7,164,0007.16
6Hobson Wealth Custodian Limited7,051,0007.05
7NZPT Custodians (Grosvenor) Limited4,895,0004.89
8Generate Kiwisaver Public Trust Nominees Limited4,192,0004.19
9Investment Custodial Services Limited3,582,0003.58
10Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited1,851,0001.85
11ANZ Custodial Services New Zealand Limited1,584,0001.58
12FNZ Custodians Limited735,0000.73
13Henry & William Williams Memorial Trust Incorporated534,0000.53
14Citibank Nominees (New Zealand) Limited510,0000.51
15JBWere (NZ) Nominees Limited500,0000.50
16Craig Paul Werner & Lea Lynn Werner464,0000.46
17Hobson Wealth Custodian Limited460,0000.46
18Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited405,0000.40
19Commonwealth Bank Of Australia353,0000.35
20JBWere (NZ) Nominees Limited300,0000.30
DISTRIBUTION OF ARG020 BONDHOLDERS AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
Holding RangeHolder CountHolder Count %Holding QuantityHolding Quantity %
5,000 to 9,9991710.1898,0000.09
10,000 to 49,9998651.501,738,0001.74
50,000 to 99,9992816.771,695,0001.70
100,000 to 499,9992615.574,687,0004.69
500,000 to 999,99931.801,769,0001.77
1,000,000+74.1890,013,00090.01
Total167100100,000,000100.00
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20 LARGEST REGISTERED HOLDERS OF ARG030 BONDS AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
RankHolder NameTotalPercentage
1Custodial Services Limited20,453,00016.36
2Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited20,357,00016.28
3FNZ Custodians Limited17,665,00014.13
4HSBC Nominees (New Zealand) Limited10,326,0008.26
5Hobson Wealth Custodian Limited9,207,0007.36
6Tea Custodians Limited Client Property Trust Account6,672,0005.33
7Investment Custodial Services Limited6,193,0004.95
8Generate Kiwisaver Public Trust Nominees Limited5,525,0004.42
9Pin Twenty Limited3,000,0002.40
10JBWere (NZ) Nominees Limited2,681,0002.14
11NZPT Custodians (Grosvenor) Limited2,000,0001.60
12BNP Paribas Nominees (NZ) Limited1,900,0001.52
13Public Trust Class 10 Nominees Limited1,599,0001.27
14Commonwealth Bank Of Australia1,410,0001.12
15FNZ Custodians Limited1,143,0000.91
16Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited857,0000.68
17Sandore Limited800,0000.64
18ANZ Custodial Services New Zealand Limited576,0000.46
19Custodial Services Limited542,0000.43
20Public Trust Rif Nominees Limited505,0000.40
DISTRIBUTION OF ARG030 BONDHOLDERS AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
Holding RangeHolder CountHolder Count %Holding QuantityHolding Quantity %
5,000 to 9,999269.70140,0000.12
10,000 to 49,99917163.813,456,0002.76
50,000 to 99,9992710.071,568,0001.25
100,000 to 499,9993111.575,680,0004.54
500,000 to 999,99941.492,699,0002.16
1,000,000+93.36111,457,00089.17
Total268100.00125,000,000100.00
HOLDINGS OF DIRECTORS OF THE COMPANY AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
Director
No. of shares
(non beneficial)
No. of shares
(beneficial)
No. of bonds
(non beneficial)
Stuart McLauchlan51,398
Chris Gudgeon18,100
Martin Stearne200,000
Mike Pohio50,000
Rachel Winder14,000
Jeff Morrison1,392,662172,3221,800,000
Directors' Statement
The Board is responsible for preparing the Annual Report. This report is dated 21 May 2024 and is signed on behalf of the Board of
Argosy Property Limited by Jeff Morrison, Chairman and Stuart McLauchlan, Director.
Jeff Morrison
Chairman
Stuart McLauchlan
Director
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Investor Statistics
Directors
ARGOSY PROPERTY LIMITED
Chris Gudgeon, Auckland
Stuart McLauchlan, Dunedin
Jeff Morrison, Auckland
Mike Pohio, Christchurch
Rachel Winder, Auckland
Martin Stearne, Auckland
MANAGEMENT
Peter Mence, Chief Executive Officer
Dave Fraser, Chief Financial Officer
Registered Office
39 Market Place
Auckland 1010
PO Box 90214
Victoria Street West
Auckland 1142
Telephone: (09) 304 3400
Facsimile: (09) 302 0996
Registrar
COMPUTERSHARE INVESTOR SERVICES LIMITED
159 Hurstmere Road
Takapuna
Private Bag 92119
Auckland 1142
Telephone: (09) 488 8777
Facsimile: (09) 488 8787
Auditor
DELOITTE
Deloitte Centre
80 Queen Street
Private Bag 115-003
Auckland 1010
Telephone: (09) 303 0700
Facsimile: (09) 303 0701
Legal Advisors
HARMOS HORTON LUSK LIMITED
Vero Centre
48 Shortland Street
PO Box 28
Auckland 1010
Telephone: (09) 921 4300
Facsimile: (09) 921 4319
RUSSELL MCVEAGH
Vero Centre
48 Shortland Street
PO Box 8
Auckland 1140
Telephone: (09) 367 8000
Facsimile: (09) 367 8163
Bankers to the Company
ANZ BANK NEW ZEALAND LIMITED
ANZ House
23–29 Albert Street
PO Box 6243
Auckland 1141
BANK OF NEW ZEALAND LIMITED
Deloitte Centre
80 Queen Street
Private Bag 99208
Auckland 1142
THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING
CORPORATION LIMITED
HSBC House
1 Queen Street
PO Box 5947
Wellesley Street
Auckland 1141
COMMONWEALTH BANK OF AUSTRALIA
ASB North Wharf
12 Jellicoe Street
Auckland 1010
WESTPAC NEW ZEALAND LIMITED
Westpac New Zealand Ltd
PO Box 934
Shortland Street
Auckland 1140
INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL BANK OF CHINA (NEW
ZEALAND) LIMITED
PO Box 106656
Commerce Street
Auckland 1143
Bond supervisor
THE NEW ZEALAND GUARDIAN TRUST
COMPANY LIMITED
PO Box 274
Shortland Street
Auckland 1140
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Directory
39 Market Place
PO Box 90214
Victoria Street West
Auckland 1142
P / 09 304 3400
argosy.co.nz
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Building a
better future
2024 Sustainability Report
Introduction
“Argosy is one of New Zealand’s largest commercial
landlords. We own a diversified portfolio worth
$2 billion across industrial, office and large format
retail investment property.”
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Sustainability Report
This is Argosy's Sustainability Report for the year ended
31 March 2024
We recognise that sustainability is critical to our company's
long-term performance, and the impact it has on the
natural environment is becoming increasingly important to
our stakeholders. Our stakeholders include tenants, investors,
employees, suppliers and the communities in which we operate.
Our primary goals are threefold - to reduce our environmental
impact, engage with our stakeholders more and to provide
transparent and effective governance.
Argosy's Sustainability Framework is built around four pillars:
reduction, creation, engagement, and sustainability. With a
robust framework well established, we are well positioned
to continue forward over the next decade with even more
defined goals and a broader perspective on value generation
for all stakeholders.
We are committed to increasing our engagement, investment
and commitment to the communities where we live. Our
community partners perform valuable work and we will continue
to support their efforts in the future. As one of New Zealand's
largest commercial landlords, Argosy has a unique opportunity
to make a significant difference.
We are continually striving for exceptional performance without
compromising our ethics or ideals. We place a high value
on honesty, integrity, quality, and trust and Argosy strives
to maintain the highest standards of corporate conduct
and accountability.
7 Waterloo Quay, Wellington.
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Materiality
Assessment
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Overarching purpose
To reduce our impact on the environment, create vibrant
environments, engage with stakeholders and provide
transparent and effective governance. Our stakeholders include
investors, lenders, tenants, suppliers, staff and industry groups.
Four Pillars of Argosy's Sustainability Framework
1.Reduction: Managing and reducing the impact of Argosy’s
operations on the environment, primarily carbon emissions.
2.Creation: Creating well designed, vibrant and sustainable
spaces for tenants and their staff to work, prosper
and flourish.
3.Engagement: Delivering positive outcomes in communities
we operate in, through greater stakeholder engagement
and influence.
4.Sustainability: Improving the sustainability and resilience of
our business by focusing on a wider range of outcomes, over
and above financial returns.
“Collaboration allows us to work together and
deliver a sustainable, productive environment for
occupants. By aiming higher we can do better
and have higher energy efficiency, achieving better
sustainability results for our tenants.”
Saatyesh Bhana
HEAD OF SUSTAINABILITY, ARGOSY PROPERTY LIMITED
Materiality Assessment
In 2022, Argosy conducted an independently facilitated
materiality assessment process. Key stakeholders included
investors, lenders, tenants, suppliers and industry groups.
Material topics were then determined based on interviews
with stakeholders and a workshop with members of Argosy’s
Management team.
A review of Argosy’s peers, media commentary, industry
perspectives, as well as Argosy’s internal documentation
was also carried out. The overall results were classified by
importance to stakeholders and business impact.
The materiality assessment identified seven material ESG
topics as shown in the matrix below.
The Board's ESG Committee has reviewed the material topics
reported below and considers that there have been no changes
in Argosy's activities or impacts which would alter the material
topics identified.
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The material topics
The material topics are defined and broken down into sub-
topics in the table below:
PillarTopicSub-topicDefinition
EnvironmentGreen buildings•Embodied carbon
•Resource efficiency
–Energy
–Water
–Waste
Sustainable and efficient use of resources in the
build process. Minimising the negative impact of
our buildings and embracing new opportunities to
positively impact the environment.
Climate change•Decarbonisation
•Climate adaptation
Actively transitioning to a net zero carbon economy
and adapting to the physical impacts of climate
change to maintain a resilient portfolio.
Social
Tenant experience,
engagement and wellbeing
•Tenant experience
•Support tenants
sustainability practices
•Tenant health, safety
& wellbeing
Creating flexible, healthy, high quality and
sustainable spaces for our tenants. Actively
engaging with our tenants to understand and meet
their changing needs.
Engaged, healthy, diverse
and capable workforce
•Employee health, safety
& wellbeing
•Employee engagement
and growth
•Diversity and inclusion
Cultivating a strong, healthy workplace culture that
attracts, engages and develops high performing
teams that embrace diversity of thought.
Community engagement•Community impact
•Community partnerships
Engaging and supporting our local communities in
which we operate.
Governance
ESG governance•ESG governance
•Communication
and transparency
•Investor engagement
•Compliance
and regulation
Building strong, responsible ESG leadership and
governance frameworks to enable delivery on
sustainability ambitions. Disclosing ESG progress
and initiatives to stakeholders.
ESG leadership•Provide leadership
in the sustainability
space within the
property industry
•Support our suppliers and
contractors to implement
sustainable practices
Encouraging sustainable change throughout our
value chain and industry.
Argosy’s GRI index is set out on pages 18-19 of the 2024
Sustainability Report.
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Material ESG factors
The impact of Argosy’s business on the natural environment
and the communities it affects is an increasingly important
consideration for investors. Argosy recognises that a critical
part of our responsibility to all stakeholders is to identify and
assess material ESG factors, just as we manage other risks
facing our business.
ENVIRONMENTAL: HOW DOES ARGOSY PERFORM AS
A STEWARD OF THE ENVIRONMENT?
ESG FactorsTargets
NABERSNZ RatingsAll office by 2026.
1
Waste ManagementTarget >80% landfill diversion
on all major projects.
EnvironmentalInitial XRB climate disclosures
to be completed in FY24.
Argosy's Carbon EmissionsCollect and report on Scopes
1, 2 and 3. Reduce emissions
by 30% by 2031.
1.Excluding properties subject to redevelopment.
SOCIAL: HOW DOES ARGOSY MANAGE
RELATIONSHIPS WITH ALL STAKEHOLDERS?
ESG FactorsTargets
Employee RelationsIncreased financial
commitment to training
and development.
Employee DiversityContinue to monitor
and disclose.
Tenant RelationsTarget >85% satisfaction
levels by FY24.
Health & SafetyZero Harm.
Community EngagementIncrease in financial
community engagement
commitments. Focus on
"Building a better future."
GOVERNANCE: EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP AND
TRANSPARENT COMMUNICATION COUPLED WITH
SOUND ETHICS AND ROBUST DECISION MAKING.
ESG FactorTargets
Argosy is committed to the
highest standards of business
behaviour and accountability.
Target zero policy breaches.
Maintain best practice from
a business, ethical and
cultural standpoint.
Sustainability Policy
ARGOSY'S APPROACH
Argosy's sustainability polices, practices and performance are
overseen by the Board's ESG Committee and managed in
accordance with Argosy's Sustainability Framework. Argosy
owns a diversified portfolio of industrial, office and large format
retail investment property. We recognise that sustainability is
essential to the continuing success of our business and is
of growing importance to our stakeholders. Our stakeholders
include tenants, investors, employees, suppliers and the
communities in which we operate.
PERFORMANCE
•
including a sustainability focus in our governance structure
and policies;
•maintaining a Sustainability Framework with
measurable objectives;
•assessing performance against the objectives; and
•reporting on the sustainability of the business.
A copy of Argosy’s Sustainability Policy can be found on its
website: www.argosy.co.nz.
82 Wyndham Street, Auckland.
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Our Environment
REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS, ENERGY AND WASTE
Argosy's approach
Argosy recognises that an important part of our responsibility to
stakeholders and central to ensuring a sustainable business, is
to focus on the reduction of this impact over the long term.
Key building performance measures include carbon emissions,
energy used and waste produced. Argosy is focused on
reducing the impact these have on the natural environment
and utilises third party verification where practicable to validate
building performance.
Third party validation includes New Zealand Green Building
Council Green Star Built Ratings (around overall building
quality, environmental benefits, recycling, environmental
products and waste diversion) and NABERSNZ ratings (energy
use). Argosy engages Toitū Envirocare to help it identify,
measure, monitor, audit and report on its carbon emissions with
a view to reducing them over time. Argosy offsets its remaining
carbon emissions with carbon credits.
1-3 Unity Drive, Auckland.
GREEN BUILDINGS
The World Green Building Council set the initial framework
and the New Zealand Green Building Council (NZGBC) revise
and customise the framework to reflect the New Zealand
environment. Based on this framework, Argosy's Green
Buildings have Green Star ratings and/or NABERSNZ ratings.
The Green Star rating tool is New Zealand’s largest voluntary
and truly holistic sustainability rating system for buildings.
NABERSNZ is a rating tool developed by National Australian
Built Environment Rating System and this is licensed to EECA
and administrated by NZGBC. This is an energy efficiency rating
that standardises buildings energy use to allow comparisons to
be made. The ability to understand how much energy is being
used provides the benchmark against which energy reductions
can be targeted and measured.
In accordance with Argosy’s Green Bond Framework, green
assets are those existing and/or planned Office, Industrial and
Large Format Retail buildings, including upgrades, that are
either targeting or have been certified as obtaining either a
minimum 4 Star NZGBC Green Star Built rating or a minimum
4 Star NABERSNZ Energy Base Build Rating or Energy Whole
Building Rating.
With a focus on ensuring the long term sustainability of its
business, coupled with a corporate goal of greening 50% of the
portfolio by 2031, Argosy will continue to transform the portfolio
into one which is better for the environment and delivers
better outcomes for tenants and their staff, over and above
financial returns to shareholders. The company is improving the
environmental performance of its properties and as at 31 March
2024, approximately 35% of the portfolio has achieved Green
Star or NABERSNZ ratings of 4 Stars or higher.
Performance
Green Star
•Minimum 4 Green Star Ratings on new builds and
major refurbishments.
•Currently average above 4 Green Stars across 12
rated buildings.
•Strategic goal of 50% of the portfolio being green by 2031.
•Solar electricity (PV) arrays have been installed at 8 Willis
Street, 105 Carlton Gore Road and 23 Customs Street East to
reduce each buildings’ load on the grid.
NABERSNZ
•
Minimum 4 Star Ratings on new builds and
major refurbishments.
•Argosy is targeting NABERSNZ ratings on all of its office
buildings by 2026 so that energy performance can be
tracked and improved on.
•Currently average above 4 Stars across 9 rated buildings.
•In order to achieve this, Argosy is currently installing
energy sub-metering to allow for efficient data collection,
monitoring, measuring and reporting.
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TOITŪ CERTIFICATION
•Argosy engaged Toitū Envirocare (Toitū) to calculate
its carbon footprint and provide emissions management
guidance by implementation of an environmental
management and reduction plan for Scopes 1 & 2 and some
Scope 3 emissions.
•Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions reported below differ from
emissions reported in Argosy’s Climate-Related Financial
Disclosures. Scope 2 emissions are reported below using
the market-based method under Toitu’s Net Carbonzero
Programme, which uses contractual instruments to
purchase renewable energy and reduce emissions generated
by electricity; and Scope 3 emissions below are limited
to indirect emissions from transportation. In contrast,
Argosy’s Climate-Related Financial Disclosures for Scope
2 emissions use the location-based method, where an
emissions factor is calculated from all electricity delivered to
a grid over a certain period. There is more comprehensive
reporting of Scope 3 emissions in our Climate-Related
Financial Disclosures which are available on our web
site (www.argosy.co.nz).
•Toitū has certified Argosy as Net Carbonzero for the financial
year ending 31 March 2024. Total emissions for 2024 are
220.3 tonnes CO
2
-e which have been offset using 221 tonnes
of international Solar Energy Project credits.
•Reported emissions include an increase in Scope 1 emissions
from last year due to air conditioning refrigerant leaks
contributing 141.5 tonnes CO
2
-e, and a decrease in Scope
2 electricity emissions. This Scope 2 emissions reduction
was aided by a roll-out of carbon zero electricity supply
accounts across the portfolio. For 2023 - 2024, Argosy has
widened the reportable emissions boundary, including (but
not offsetting) tenant electricity consumption in leased
premises, and property maintenance emissions.
•Certification ensures that Argosy is meeting international
best practice in terms of measuring, reporting and
monitoring its carbon emissions.
–As a requirement of the Net Carbonzero Certification,
Argosy has implemented an emissions reduction
plan. More information about this is provided in
the Metrics and Targets section of Argosy's Climate-
Related Financial Disclosures which is available on our
website (www.argosy.co.nz)
Performance
•Quarterly meetings covering monitoring, reporting
and performance.
•Move towards carbon net zero by implementing an
emissions reduction plan combined with purchased
carbon offsets.
Argosy's emissions for the year
ended 31 March 2024
Certified emissions
within the Toitu Net
Carbonzero Programme
Scope 1: Direct emissions186.8
Scope 2: Indirect emissions
from imported energy (market-
based method)
2.8
Scope 3: Indirect emissions
from transportation
30.7
Total gross emissions220.3
OUR GREEN CULTURE - BETTER PEOPLE
Overarching purpose
Argosy recognises that its activities can have an
impact on the natural environment and is committed to
managing and reducing the consequences of these activities
wherever possible.
Argosy's approach
Argosy have established a Green Committee which meets
quarterly to discuss ways to reduce the environmental impact
of its office operations by changing day-to-day practices.
Performance
The Green Committee targets changes which can positively
impact Argosy's carbon footprint including:
•Supporting the move towards our vehicle fleet
becoming electric.
•For waste contracts which Argosy manage, new contracts
will report on landfill and recycling separation.
•Reducing air travel emissions by encouraging video
meetings and increasing the awareness of the impact
of flying.
•Waste reduction by separation of recycling, measurement
and reduction of construction waste and diversion from
landfill wherever possible.
•Measuring Scope 3 additional voluntary emissions (but not
requiring offset).
ObjectiveActionsTarget
completion
date
Energy
metering
Energy metering installed on 12 of
13 office buildings
Dec-26
Waste
management
Waste management measuring
and reporting completed on 5 of 7
buildings. Remaining 2 buildings
to be completed on expiry of
existing contracts.
Ongoing
FlightsReduce domestic air travel
by introducing rules for flight
bookings and thresholds for
video conferencing
Ongoing
RefrigerantContinue planning for phase
out of R22 units on all
buildings and replace with lower
GHG refrigerants
Ongoing
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Our People
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Building a better future
ENGAGING, INVESTING AND CONTRIBUTING TO THE
COMMUNITIES WE LIVE IN
Argosy's approach
•A resilient business maintains strong and valued
relationships and is committed to actively engaging with
all stakeholders.
•As one of New Zealand's premier commercial landlords,
Argosy has a unique opportunity to make a
significant difference.
•Argosy is devoted to its long-term social goals of having a
greater influence on the communities in which it operates.
Performance
Through FY24, Argosy donated to its community partners.
This includes funding for five surf lifesaving clubs in New
Zealand, Pillars, The Spirit of Adventure Trust, Variety -
the children's charity, The Keystone Trust and The Graeme
Dingle Foundation.
Argosy continues to maintain a range of commercial and non-
commercial partnerships. Annual memberships include: The
New Zealand Shareholders Association, MSCI Real Estate, The
New Zealand Green Building Council, The Property Council of
New Zealand, and Toitū Net Carbonzero.
SURF LIFE SAVING
Argosy has a community partnership with five surf life saving
clubs (SLSC's) across New Zealand. These include: Red
Beach Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC), Hot Water Beach SLSC
(Coromandel), Taylors Mistake SLSC (Christchurch), Lyall Bay
SLSC (Wellington) and St Clair SLSC (Dunedin).
These five clubs and their members are part of a larger
family of 74 surf life saving clubs in New Zealand, with
over 4,500 volunteer surf lifeguards patrolling at over 90
locations each summer. Lifeguards donate thousands of hours
to patrol beaches, saving lives and ensuring safety. Given their
annual commitment to keeping communities safe, Argosy's
partnerships with local clubs are critical, and the company will
continue to support them wherever possible.
“Argosy's grant supports our Junior Surf programme
where kids want to give something back to society.
That's a great thing to do.”
Jim Turpin, Chairman
TAYLORS MISTAKE SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB
4,500+
Volunteer lifeguards patrolling beaches
Argosy continues to encourage its staff to undertake
community volunteering to give their time to organisations
of their choice. Volunteering is an important way to engage
with our communities and support the delivery of positive
outcomes over and above financial returns. Many of our
staff undertook volunteer work in their community during
the year. Organisations which benefitted from the volunteer
work included Pillars, the Graeme Dingle Foundation and the
Catalytic Foundation.
VARIETY – THE CHILDREN'S CHARITY
Variety is a valued community partner of Argosy’s and remains
an amazing organisation that helps support those families most
in need. Argosy is a regular supporter of Variety’s ‘kids in beds’
winter appeal and last winters $10,000 support went towards
blankets, bedding packs and beds. As usual, Argosy staff again
supported the cause, topping up the company sponsorship by
a further $765 making a total donation of $10,765. In recent
times, it’s been as important as ever to support those most
in need.
“Argosy's support continues to make a huge
difference to the lives of so many families and it's
always greatly appreciated.”
Susan Glasgow
CEO, VARIETY - THE CHILDRENS CHARITY
THE KEYSTONE TRUST
During the year, Argosy became a Keystone Trust Scholarship
partner. On 14 February, Argosy’s Head of Investor Relations
& Corporate Communications, Stephen Freundlich and Head
of Sustainability, Saatyesh Bhana proudly presented Monette
MacDonald with her 2024 Keystone Argosy Property Limited
Scholarship at the Keystone New Zealand Property Education
Trust Awards evening held at the Maritime Museum. Monette is
in her 3rd year of study towards her Bachelor of Architecture at
the University of Auckland.
This is Argosy’s first year as a scholarship partner where
it supports student's studies financially as well as providing
industry introductions, making connections and practical work
experience where possible.
The Keystone Trust was established to support young people
in their pursuit of tertiary education in the property sector and
offers financial support, mentoring and opportunities to network
with people across the industry.
Stephen Freundlich (Head of Corporate Communications & Investor
Relations), Monette McDonald (Argosy Keystone Trust Scholarship
recipient), Saatyesh Bhana (Head of Sustainability)
“Amongst other things, Monette was chosen for her
outstanding dedication to her study whilst living
away from home and working at the same time.”
Stephen Freundlich
HEAD OF INVESTOR RELATIONS - ARGOSY
THE GRAEME DINGLE FOUNDATION
Argosy established its partnership with the Graeme Dingle
Foundation (GDF) last year. The GDF was established in 1995
to provide positive child and youth development by empowering
children to overcome obstacles.
Their programmes are currently delivered to over 27,000 young
people in 10 regions across New Zealand every year.
On 22 March 2024, the Foundation ran a volunteer day at Te
Hōnonga a Iwi Restoration, in Albany. This is a small business-
led urban restoration of 10,000 m
2
of an unused riparian site in
the south west corner of Rosedale park using bio-organic land
care, sustainability and social equity principles.
Several Argosy staff utilised their volunteer staff day to help
and were joined by Argosy Director, Rachel Winder. This was a
fantastic opportunity for Argosy staff to join the GDF in living the
values they teach in their programmes.
Argosy staff and Director Rachel Winder volunteering for the Graeme
Dingle Foundation
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STAFF VOLUNTEER DAYS
Argosy continues to encourage its staff to undertake
community volunteering to give their time to
organisations of their choice. Volunteering is an
important way to engage with our communities and
support the delivery of positive outcomes over and
above financial returns. Many of our staff undertook
volunteer work in their community during the year.
Organisations which benefitted from the volunteer work
included Pillars, the Graeme Dingle Foundation and the
Catalytic Foundation.
Employee wellbeing - better people
SUPPORT HEALTH & WELLBEING OF ITS PEOPLE
Argosy's approach
In general, health and wellness refer to all aspects of working
life, from the quality and safety of the physical working
environment to how employees feel about their job, their
workplace (including resources and setup), their environment,
and company culture. Employee well-being improves an
organisation's ability to produce objectives and deliver on its
corporate goals and strategy.
Argosy remains committed to providing a healthy and safe
workplace for all of its employees, and it maintains a Workplace
Health and Safety Committee (WHSC). The WHSC oversees the
health and wellbeing framework on behalf of Argosy employees,
which includes initiatives such as subsidised gym memberships
(physical health) and access to independent employee help
programs (mental health). In addition, permanent employees
are covered by health, life, and disability insurance as part of
their employment.
Performance
•Engage with employees via the WHSC and annual
staff surveys;
•Professional development plans for staff;
•Support for professional courses; and
•Monitor and report on effectiveness of flexible working
arrangements for all staff.
DEVELOPING OUR TALENT
Argosy is committed to investing in its employees' skills and
experience to promote a skilled and professional workforce.
As the business evolves and adapts to an ever-changing
competitive environment, so must the resources available to
meet those demands. Personal development plans are part of
every Argosy employee's Employee Performance Plan (EPP).
The EPP is created with the employee's line manager and
reviewed as part of the annual review process.
Through FY24, Argosy employees have continued to upskill
across a range of areas including First Aid, Height Safety,
Risk Assessment, Root Cause Analysis and Defensive Driving.
Argosy continues to support staff to undertake further
education and we have one staff member who graduated with
Distinction with their University of Otago Master of Business
Administration (MBA) and another staff member undertaking an
MBA through Auckland University of Technology.
Diversity
ARGOSY'S APPROACH
Argosy remains committed to building and sustaining a diverse,
inclusive, and supportive work environment for all of its
employees. The company's primary focus remains on the
diversity of its employees, which is supported by its Diversity
Policy (available on www.argosy.co.nz), which outlines its
perspective and contains measurable benchmarks for achieving
its goals.
Key principles within the Diversity Policy include: treating
people with respect, valuing the contribution of others and
maintaining a zero tolerance policy for discrimination. Argosy
continues to retain talented people to support the delivery of our
strategy and recruit new ones as required.
PERFORMANCE
We disclose gender, ethnic and age diversity across
the business.
72%European
17%Asian
8%NZ Maori
3%Pacific People
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Tenant Relations
Argosy continues to proactively manage its tenant
relationships. It aims to create modern, high quality and safe
environments where our tenants and their staff can work,
prosper and flourish. Our tenants success is our success.
ARGOSY'S APPROACH
Argosy attempts to manage tenant relationships that benefit
both sides. It is committed to competent property management,
safe building environments, and comfortable occupation.
Strong and cherished partnerships are built on trust and doing
the right thing.
PERFORMANCE
Argosy completes an annual tenant survey which targets
minimum satisfaction levels across various measures, including
but not limited to: professionalism in its dealings, property
management services rating, how well Argosy meets their
needs and whether tenants would recommend Argosy as a
property partner.
“We asked tenants about their future needs and
17% of respondents expect their space requirements
to increase over the next 5 years. We're now well
placed to have early discussions about how we
might be able to support their businesses to grow.”
Haley Jones
MANAGER PROPERTY SERVICES
88%
of respondents believe Argosy meets their needs as a tenant
extremely/very well
91%
of respondents were satisfied with Argosy as their
property partner
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Health & Safety
ZERO HARM
Argosy's approach
Argosy prioritises health and safety, and its commitment to
creating a healthy and safe environment for its employees,
tenants, and contractors is unwavering. We aim to ensure
accurate recording and reporting of workplace events, as well
as promoting innovation and new ideas to improve health
and safety systems, worker participation and facilitate injured
employees' safe and timely return to work.
Led by our Head of Health & Safety, Argosy’s staff regularly
participate in industry workshops such as SiteSafe and
Contractor Induction Groups and regularly meet with health and
safety representatives from the property industry.
Underpinning this commitment is our continued innovation and
adoption of technology to improve our systems – particularly
around recording and reporting of workplace incidents.
Argosy’s SiteConnect contractor management system ensures
all work carried out on a building is completed to the highest
standards and in the safest way possible. It allows real
time notification of risks, emergency procedures and building
information to be passed on to a contractor visiting a building
through smart phone technology.
Contractors undergo a pre-qualification and induction before
any work can start. At the date of this report, Argosy has
323 contractors and 3174 contractor staff loaded onto the
SiteConnect system.
Performance
7 Health and Safety strategic goals
Argosy wants to create a positive safety culture. Therefore,
it is critical that it manages health and safety risks, provides
adequate training and resources and ensures that managers
and individuals are accountable for their action or inaction.
The seven key strategic goals to provide a safer work
environment are:
1.We will proactively identify hazards and take measures to
limit the risk of harm.
2.We will discuss and actively engage with employees and
contractors to ensure they have the necessary training,
skills, information, and resources to maintain a healthy and
safe workplace.
3.We will continue to strengthen our health and safety
management systems, including a pre-qualification
framework for subcontractors, with the goal of increasing
skill levels on-site.
4.We will actively encourage our contractors and tenants to
display the same commitment to excellence in health and
safety performance as we do.
5.We prioritise staff health and wellness, promoting a safe and
timely return to work for injured or unwell personnel.
6.We will comply with health & safety legislation
and regulations.
7.We will report events accurately and examine root
causes promptly.
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Progress
The health and safety initiatives that were operating during the
year include:
•Pre-start project meetings continue to include high risk work
based on a risk matrix;
•Regularly monitoring risk reduction controls;
•New processes in place to deal with contractor health and
safety rule breaches;
•Providing ongoing training and appropriate equipment
to staff;
•Audit of every contractor at least once a year or as
appropriate depending on a contractors incident history;
•Conducting monthly contractors meetings to discuss key
health and safety issues. Argosy continues to hold meetings
with tenants to ensure a co-operative approach is taken
regarding health and safety at their buildings;
•Our standard alterations form ensures that no unsafe
work is undertaken without our knowledge by tenants or
their contractors;
•
Bringing the building warrant of fitness process ‘in house’
to bring another level of increased safety and compliance in
a building;
•Employing a Property Administrator to assist with ensuring
contractors insurances, health and safety, environmental
and sub-contractor policies are current and recorded;
•Argosy has teamed up with vendors in the fire, roofing,
evacuation and building wash sectors to provide practical,
hands-on workshops for front line staff;
•Regular in house and external formal training is underway led
by our Head of Health & Safety;
•Argosy is working with larger vendors to deliver a variety
of workshops including mental health, suicide prevention
awareness and stress management; and
•Argosy is actively working with representatives of the five key
high-risk sectors to deliver a set of ‘standard high risks’ with
controls that could be rolled out over all types of work.
6 Willis Street, Wellington.
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Our Leadership
& Governance
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We don't compromise our ethics and principles.
Ethics & Values
ARGOSY'S APPROACH
Our values guide our internal conduct as well as our
relationships with external parties. In striving for outstanding
performance, we do not compromise our ethics or principles. We
place great importance on honesty, integrity, quality and trust.
Our values
•Ethics – inspiring trust in our actions by doing the right thing.
•Culture – creating a fun environment that encourages
inclusiveness and teamwork.
•Respect – treating all stakeholders with courtesy
and understanding.
•Accountability – taking ownership and responsibility.
•Communication – promoting effective communication to
all stakeholders.
Governance
Argosy will maintain the highest standards of corporate
behaviour and accountability.
ARGOSY'S APPROACH
The Company is committed to fostering open and transparent
communications with investors, ensuring it delivers to the
highest standards and complies with the NZX listing rules.
Argosy aims to meet all continuous disclosure obligations to
ensure that all investors are fully informed of all information
necessary to assess the Company’s performance. Argosy
targets the highest ethical standards, acting in good faith and
in the best interests of shareholders at all times. The ethical
and behavioural standards we expect of Directors, Officers and
employees are set out in our Code of Conduct and Ethics.
Argosy’s website contains key governance policies which
support the delivery of the highest standards of corporate
behaviour. Policies include but are not limited to:
•Code of conduct and ethics;
•Conflicts of interests;
•Diversity;
•Sustainability;
•Insider trading; and
•Shareholder communications.
Argosy's impacts on the economy, environment and its people
are overseen by the Board's ESG Committee under Argosy's
Sustainability Framework. The Sustainability Framework guides
Argosy's strategy and operations in relation to sustainability.
PERFORMANCE
•Regular policy reviews
•Regular review of Committee performance and structure.
•Reporting against the NZX Corporate Governance Code.
Annual Meeting
Argosy’s Annual Shareholders Meeting (ASM) will be held as
a hybrid meeting on 18 June 2024 at 2pm at the Royal New
Zealand Yacht Squadron in Auckland. Argosy continues to
utilise the hybrid functionality of the ASM. It allows shareholders
to attend in-person or virtually and participate in all elements
of the meeting including questions & answers and voting. Jeff
Morrison and Stuart McLauchlin will retire in accordance with
the Company’s constitution and the NZX Listing Rules and will
be eligible for re-election. All shareholders are encouraged to
attend the meeting where there will be an opportunity to listen
to and meet the Board of Directors in person.
Retail Roadshow
The 2024 Retail Roadshow schedule has been finalised. Chief
Executive Officer Peter Mence is planning a 13-city visit
of New Zealand from June to July. The Retail Roadshow
remains an important engagement tool for Management to meet
directly with shareholders and update them on the company's
performance, sustainability goals, and 10-year strategic plan.
Argosy shareholders have always demonstrated a thorough
understanding of the firm and the listed property market
in general.
Key Dates
(indicative only and are subject to change)
18 June 2024
Annual Shareholders Meeting
26 June 2024
Final quarter FY24 dividend payment
19 June – 12 July 2024
Annual Retail Roadshow
September 2024
FY25 1st Quarter Dividend Payment
November 2024
FY25 Interim results release
December 2024
FY25 2nd Quarter Dividend Payment
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GRI index
General Disclosures
Disclosure titleGRILocation or reference
Organisational details2-1Argosy Property Limited is a publicly listed company
head quartered in Auckland with operations in
New Zealand
Entities included in the organisation’s sustainability reporting2-2Annual Report, page 57
Reporting period, frequency and contact point2-3Sustainability Report, page 3; Annual Report page 78
Restatements of information2-4Argosy has not restated it's sustainability reporting
External assurance2-5Argosy’s sustainability reporting is not subject to
external assurance
Activities, value chain and other business relationships2-6Annual Report, pages 19-22
Employees2-7Annual Report, page 65
Workers who are not employees2-8Argosy does not have any workers who are
not employees and whose work is controlled by
the organisation.
Governance structure and composition2-9Annual Report, pages 28-29, 61-63 and 67-68
Nomination and selection of the highest governance body2-10Statement on Reporting against the NZX Code,
page 1 https://www.argosy.co.nz/assets/Section-9-4-
Corporate-Governance-Statement.pdf
Chair of the highest governance body2-11The Chair is not a senior executive.
Role of the highest governance body in overseeing the
management of impacts.
2-12Argosy Board Charter, pages 1-2 www.argosy.co.nz
Delegation of responsibility for managing impacts2-13Sustainability Report page 16
Role of the highest governance body in sustainability reporting2-14Sustainability report page 16
Conflicts of interest2-15Annual Report, page 60
Communication of critical concerns2-16Argosy has not established formal processes for the
communication of critical concerns to the Board.
Collective knowledge of the highest governance body2-17Sustainability Report page 16; Annual Report page 61
Evaluation of the performance of the highest governance body2-18Sustainability Report page 16; Annual Report page 62
Remuneration policies2-19Annual Report, page 64-65.
Process to determine remuneration2-20Annual Report, page 64-65.
Annual total compensation ratio2-21https://www.argosy.co.nz/assets/GRI-topic-specific-
dislosures-FY24-All.pdf
Statement on sustainable development strategy2-22Annual Report, page 17
Policy commitments2-23Argosy does not have formal policy commitments
referring to intergovernmental instruments or
human rights
Embedding policy commitments2-24Argosy does not have formal policy commitments
referring to intergovernmental instruments or
human rights
Processes to remediate negative impacts2-25Argosy has not established formal stakeholder
grievance processes
Mechanisms for seeking advice and raising concerns2-26Argosy has a Protected Disclosures
(Whistleblower) Policy which is available on its
website (www.argosy.co.nz)
Compliance with laws and regulations2-27Argosy did not incur any significant fines or other non-
monetary sanctions during the reporting period
Membership of associations2-28NZGBC and PCNZ
Approach to stakeholder engagement2-29Sustainability Report, page 5
Collective bargaining agreements2-30Argosy staff are not covered by collective agreements
Argosy Property LimitedSustainability Report 202418
Sustainability Report
Topic Specific Disclosures
Disclosure titleGRILocation or reference
Process to determine material topics3-1Sustainability Report, page 5
List of material topics3-2Sustainability Report, page 6
Green Buildings
Disclosure on management approach3-3Sustainability Report, page 8-9
Disclosure on energy intensity302https://www.argosy.co.nz/assets/GRI-topic-specific-
dislosures-FY24-All.pdf
Climate Change
Disclosure on management approach3-3Climate Related Disclosures (www.argosy.co.nz)
Disclosure on emissions305https://www.argosy.co.nz/assets/GRI-topic-specific-
dislosures-FY24-All.pdf
Tenant experience, engagement and wellbeing
Disclosure on management approach3-3Sustainability Report, page 13
Engaged, healthy, diverse and capable workforce
Disclosure on management approach3-3Sustainability Report, page 12; Annual Report, page 64
Employment401https://www.argosy.co.nz/assets/GRI-topic-specific-
dislosures-FY24-All.pdf
Diversity405Sustainability Report, page 14; Annual Report, page 64
Community engagement
Disclosure on management approach3-3Sustainability Report, pages 10-11
ESG governance
Disclosure on management approach3-3Sustainability Report, page 16
ESG leadership
Disclosure on management approach3-3Sustainability Report, pages 3-4
Statement of useArgosy Property Limited has reported the information
cited in this GRI content index for the year ended
31 March 2024 with reference to the GRI Standards
Argosy Property LimitedSustainability Report 202419
39 Market Place
PO Box 90214
Victoria Street West
Auckland 1142
P / 09 304 3400
argosy.co.nz
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Building a
better future
Our Portfolio
2024
50
624,814
6.05%
1 , 974
9 6.7%
5.2yrs
NUMBER OF
BUILDINGS
NET LETTABLE
AREA (SQM)
PASSING
YIELD
MARKET VALUE
OF BUILDINGS
($M)
OCCUPANCY
BY RENT
PORTFOLIO
W A LT
105 Carlton Gore Road, Auckland.
Argosy Property LimitedOur Portfolio 202402
Industrial
Auckland
19 Nesdale Avenue, Wiri
VALUATION
$ 68,400
WALT
10.6
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
20,677
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.88%
240 Puhinui Road, Manukau
VALUATION
$ 44,050
WALT
10.6
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
17,715
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.56%
244 Puhinui Road, Manukau
VALUATION
$ 15,250
WALT
10.6
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
5,504
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.27%
Highgate Parkway, Silverdale
VALUATION
$ 36,400
WALT
3.8
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
10,581
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.14%
32 Bell Avenue, Mt Wellington
VALUATION
$ 15,800
WALT
0.5
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
8,139
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
6.68%
12-16 Bell Avenue, Mt Wellington
VALUATION
$ 37,400
WALT
8.8
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
14,809
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
4.84%
18-20 Bell Avenue, Mt Wellington
VALUATION
$ 22,000
WALT
8.8
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
8,941
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
4.98%
2 Allens Road, East Tamaki
VALUATION
$ 8,550
WALT
10.5
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
2,920
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
4.22%
12 Allens Road, East Tamaki
VALUATION
$ 8,350
WALT
0.5
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
2,333
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
4.22%
106 Springs Road, East Tamaki
VALUATION
$ 11,000
WALT
8.5
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
3,846
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
4.22%
5 Allens Road, East Tamaki
VALUATION
$ 7,350
WALT
4.6
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
2,572
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
4.74%
1 Rothwell Avenue, Albany
VALUATION
$ 35,900
WALT
6.3
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
12,683
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.11%
4 Henderson Place, Onehunga
VALUATION
$ 31,550
WALT
7.3
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
10,841
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.62%
211 Albany Highway, Albany
VALUATION
$ 35,100
WALT
3.8
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
15,191
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
6.02%
9 Ride Way, Albany
VALUATION
$ 31,400
WALT
8.5
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
9,178
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.57%
Argosy Property LimitedOur Portfolio 202403
Our Portfolio
Industrial
90-104 Springs Road,
East Tamaki
VALUATION
$ 8,900
WALT
2.9
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
3,885
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
4.69%
1-3 Unity Drive, Albany
VALUATION
$ 17,850
WALT
7.2
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
6,116
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
4.87%
5 Unity Drive, Albany
VALUATION
$ 9,100
WALT
7.2
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
3,196
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
4.91%
Cnr William Pickering Drive &
Rothwell Avenue, Albany
VALUATION
$ 22,500
WALT
6.1
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
7,074
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
4.51%
17 Mayo Road, Wiri
VALUATION
$ 36,450
WALT
2.8
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
13,351
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.19%
320 Ti Rakau Drive, East Tamaki
VALUATION
$ 75,800
WALT
4.3
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
28,242
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
6.04%
80-120 Favona Road, Mangere
VALUATION
$ 146,000
WALT
4.0
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
59,386
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.82%
224 Neilson Street,
Onehunga [DEVELOPMENT]
VALUATION
$ 39,100
WALT
0.0
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
–
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
0.00%
8-14 Mt Richmond Drive,
Mt Wellington
VALUATION
$ 89,500
WALT
2.6
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
94,219
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.51%
15 Unity Drive, Albany
VALUATION
$ 8,500
WALT
4.1
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
7,002
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
3.22%
133 Roscommon Road, Wiri
VALUATION
$ 13,650
WALT
9.5
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
15,862
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
3.56%
Argosy Property LimitedOur Portfolio 202404
Our Portfolio
Wellington
54-56 Jamaica Drive, Wellington
VALUATION
$ 11,300
WALT
11.5
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
1,825
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
6.06%
147 Gracefield Road, Seaview
VALUATION
$ 19,750
WALT
4.0
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
8,018
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.58%
19 Barnes Street, Seaview
VALUATION
$ 17,050
WALT
7.4
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
6,857
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
7.07%
39 Randwick Road, Seaview
VALUATION
$ 23,750
WALT
3.7
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
16,249
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
4,049
PASSING YIELD
5.63%
68 Jamaica Drive, Grenada North
VALUATION
$ 21,750
WALT
4.3
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
9,417
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.98%
Other
100 Maui Street, Hamilton
VALUATION
$ 28,500
WALT
12.5
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
12,341
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.64%
8 Foundry Drive,
Woolston, Christchurch
VALUATION
$ 16,950
WALT
5.8
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
7,668
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
7.52%
Argosy Property LimitedOur Portfolio 202405
Office
Auckland
99-107 Khyber Pass
Road, Grafton
VALUATION
$ 16,200
WALT
2.6
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
2,509
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
6.87%
8 Nugent Street, Grafton
VALUATION
$ 47,500
WALT
3.1
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
8,125
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
7.34%
39 Market Place, Viaduct Harbour
VALUATION
$ 6,000
WALT
2.2
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
10,365
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
4,461
PASSING YIELD
23.1%
82 Wyndham Street
VALUATION
$ 49,300
WALT
7.8
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
6,012
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
6.20%
101 Carlton Gore
Road, Newmarket
VALUATION
$ 26,500
WALT
2.6
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
4,486
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
3.27%
105 Carlton Gore
Road, Newmarket
VALUATION
$ 49,100
WALT
7.9
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
5,191
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
1,102
PASSING YIELD
5.36%
107 Carlton Gore
Road, Newmarket
VALUATION
$ 42,000
WALT
7.9
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
6,093
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
6.58%
Citibank Centre, 23 Customs
Street East
VALUATION
$ 72,300
WALT
3.6
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
9,629
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
258
PASSING YIELD
6.61%
Argosy Property LimitedOur Portfolio 202406
Our Portfolio
Wellington
7-27 Waterloo Quay
VALUATION
$ 126,300
WALT
4.9
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
23,080
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
7.05%
15-21 Stout Street
VALUATION
$ 134,000
WALT
2.3
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
20,709
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
6.96%
143 Lambton Quay
VALUATION
$ 9,000
WALT
1.2
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
6,216
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
23.82%
147 Lambton Quay
VALUATION
$ 42,250
WALT
1.4
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
8,781
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
3,198
PASSING YIELD
5.07%
8-14 Willis Street/ 360
Lambton Quay
VALUATION
$ 143,000
WALT
10.9
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
16,776
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
4.97%
Argosy Property LimitedOur Portfolio 202407
Large Format Retail
Auckland
Albany Mega Centre and 11
Coliseum Drive, Albany
VALUATION
$ 144,000
WALT
2.6
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
33,792
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
6.96%
50 & 54-62 Cavendish
Drive, Manukau
VALUATION
$ 30,700
WALT
1.6
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
9,939
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
6.57%
252 Dairy Flat Highway, Albany
VALUATION
$ 10,250
WALT
5.8
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
2,262
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
5.43%
Other
Cnr Taniwha & Paora Hapi
Streets, Taupo
VALUATION
$ 10,500
WALT
1.50
NET LETTABLE AREA (SQM)
4,212
VACANT SPACE (SQM)
–
PASSING YIELD
7.59%
Argosy Property LimitedOur Portfolio 202408
Our Portfolio
24 – 28 Highgate Parkway, Silverdale, Auckland
Argosy Property LimitedOur Portfolio 202409
39 Market Place
PO Box 90214
Victoria Street West
Auckland 1142
P / 09 304 3400
argosy.co.nz
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2024 Climate-Related
Financial Disclosures
Overview
“The impact of Argosy’s business on the
natural environment is an increasingly important
consideration for investors, occupiers and other
stakeholders. An important part of our responsibility
is to identify and assess the risks presented by climate
change, just as we manage other risks facing our
business. Argosy considers that the development
of certified energy efficient Green Buildings is an
important part of our response to climate change.”
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2024 Climate-Related Financial Disclosures
Climate-related risks and opportunities have been the focus
of our strategy to develop certified energy efficient “Green
Buildings” having a Green Star Rating or a NABERSNZ rating of
4 Stars or better. We have a target for 50% of Argosy’s portfolio,
measured by market value, to be Green Buildings by 2031.
This is Argosy’s first year reporting under the XRB’s mandatory
Aotearoa New Zealand Climate Standard 1: Climate Related
Disclosures (NZ CS 1), finalised in December 2022. However,
we have voluntarily reported climate related disclosures based
on TCFD guidelines for the three prior years. NZ CS 1 now
mandates scenario analysis based on three plausible but
challenging scenarios to assist in the assessment of future
climate-related risks, which is a new feature of this report.
Plausible challenging scenarios are
not predictions
In accordance with the intention of NZ CS 1, the three scenarios
described in the strategy section of this report are plausible
but challenging futures based on industry scenarios. These are
intended to test Argosy’s strategy against a variety of possible
futures with different climate change impacts.
The scenarios are not intended as predictions of what climate
change impacts may or will actually affect Argosy in the future.
Neither the scenarios themselves nor our commentary or risk
assessments in this report are forward-looking statements
about what Argosy considers may or will happen in the future.
It is also important to acknowledge that in this first year
of mandatory reporting under NZ CS 1, there is no settled
approach to the scenario analysis and risk assessment
requirements under the Standard. We anticipate that a
continuous improvement mindset will be required as scenario
analysis and risk assessment practices mature over the initial
years of mandatory reporting.
Statement of compliance
The climate related financial disclosures in this report have been
completed in relation to the Argosy Property Limited group
and comply with Aotearoa New Zealand Climate Standards.
In preparing these disclosures, Argosy has relied on the
following adoption provisions from Aotearoa New Zealand
Climate Standard 2: Adoption of Aotearoa New Zealand Climate
Standards (NZ CS 2):
•Adoption provision 1: exemption from disclosure of current
financial impacts.
•Adoption provision 2: exemption from disclosure of
anticipated financial impacts.
•Adoption provision 3: exemption from disclosure of
transition plan aspects of strategy and their alignment
with internal capital deployment and funding decision-
making processes.
•Adoption provision 6: exemption from disclosure of
comparative metrics.
•Adoption provision 7: exemption from disclosure of analysis
of trends.
For and on behalf of the Board
Stuart McLauchlan, Director
Jeff Morrison, Chairman
22 March 2024
7 Waterloo Quay, Wellington
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Governance
DISCLOSURE OBJECTIVE:
To enable primary users to understand both the role
an entity’s governance body plays in overseeing climate-
related risks and climate-related opportunities, and the
role management plays in assessing and managing those
climate-related risks and opportunities.
GOVERNANCE DISCLOSURES:
To achieve the disclosure objective above, an entity
must disclose the following information:
a) the identity of the governance body responsible for
oversight of climate-related risks and opportunities;
b) a description of the governance body’s oversight of
climate-related risks and opportunities; and
c) a description of management’s role in assessing and
managing climate-related risks and opportunities.
a) Identity of the governance body
Argosy’s Board is responsible for establishing, reviewing and
monitoring processes to identify climate-related risks and
opportunities. The Board’s Audit and Risk and ESG Committees
also support the Board with governance in relation to climate
related risks and opportunities as outlined below.
b) Governance body oversight
Argosy’s Board acquires skills and competencies necessary to
oversee climate-related risks and opportunities through various
training initiatives. These include an annual Board-led session
on sustainability risks, presentations from external speakers,
and presentations from the Management Team in relation to
sustainability risks and opportunities affecting Argosy.
While Argosy’s Board is ultimately responsible for managing
climate-related risks and opportunities, responsibility for
overseeing climate-related risks and opportunities is delegated
to the Board’s Audit and Risk Committee which makes
recommendations to the Board on how climate-related
risks should be managed. The Board’s ESG Committee,
which is responsible for overseeing Argosy’s Sustainability
Framework and making recommendations on its approach to
sustainability, also has a responsibility to raise climate-related
risks and opportunities.
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2024 Climate-Related Financial Disclosures
Climate-related risks and opportunities are integrated into
Argosy’s Risk Management Framework and Strategic Risk
Register which are reviewed by the Audit and Risk Committee
semi-annually. The Audit and Risk Committee makes
recommendations to the Board in respect of the management
of climate-related risks also semi-annually, and this includes
informing the Board of climate-related risks through the
Strategic Risk Register.
Strategy, reporting and monitoring in relation to climate-
related risks and opportunities are also addressed in Argosy’s
Sustainability Framework, which is overseen by the Board’s
ESG Committee. Climate-related risks and opportunities raised
by the ESG Committee are added to the Strategic Risk Register
overseen by the Audit and Risk Committee in accordance with
Argosy's Risk Management Framework.
The Sustainability Framework includes Green Buildings and
Climate Change among Argosy’s material sustainability factors.
Each material sustainability factor has its own objectives
and targets which are reported to the Board’s ESG
Committee quarterly. More information about Argosy's material
sustainability factors is provided in Argosy’s Sustainability
Report (available at www.argosy.co.nz).
Targets from the Sustainability Framework are reflected in
Argosy’s strategy, budget and operating plan. Under Argosy’s
remuneration policy, targets linked to climate-related risks are
included in the short-term incentive for each Argosy employee
other than the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In the case of the
CEO specific targets are agreed, which include achievement of
targets for managing climate-related risks and opportunities.
c) Management's role
Climate-related risks and opportunities are identified and
assessed by Argosy’s Risk Management Committee, which
meets semi-annually and reports to the Board’s Audit and
Risk Committee. The Risk Management Committee comprises
a representative cross-section of the Management Team
including the CEO and Chief Financial Officer. The Risk
Management Framework under which it operates has been
updated to include a risk appetite and criteria for identifying and
assessing climate-related risks arising from scenario analysis.
To identify climate-related risks, senior members of Argosy’s
Management Team held a workshop in February 2024 to
discuss and identify climate-related risks and opportunities,
based on analysis of the scenarios described below in this
report. Argosy’s Risk Management Committee subsequently
analysed the climate scenarios below, identified and assessed
climate-related risks, and updated Argosy’s Strategic Risk
Register with identified climate-related risks, which were
approved by the Board on the recommendation of the Audit
and Risk Committee. Climate-related risks will in future be
reviewed at least semi-annually in accordance with Argosy’s
Risk Management framework along with other risks.
1-3 Unity Drive, Auckland
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Strategy
DISCLOSURE OBJECTIVE:
To enable primary users to understand how climate
change is currently impacting an entity and how it may
do so in the future. This includes the scenario analysis
an entity has undertaken, the climate-related risks and
opportunities an entity has identified, the anticipated
impacts and financial impacts of these, and how an
entity will position itself as the global and domestic
economy transitions towards a low-emissions, climate-
resilient future.
STRATEGY DISCLOSURES:
To achieve the disclosure objective, an entity
must disclose:
a) a description of its current climate-related impacts;
b) a description of the scenario analysis it
has undertaken;
c) a description of the climate-related risks and
opportunities it has identified over the short, medium,
and long term;
d) a description of the anticipated impacts of climate-
related risks and opportunities; and
e) a description of how it will position itself as the
global and domestic economy transitions towards a low-
emissions, climate-resilient future state.
a) Current climate-related impacts
A current climate related impact is identified as having a
material impact during the year ended 31 March 2024. A climate
impact is considered material if it had the potential to influence
business-as-usual operations, achievement of business or
strategic objectives, value, or media coverage.
CURRENT TRANSITIONAL IMPACTS
Argosy has identified tenant preferences for energy efficient
certified Green Buildings as a current transitional impact. Green
Buildings are considered a material current impact as they are
an important part of Argosy’s strategy and Argosy has a target
for 50% of its portfolio to be comprised of Green Buildings by
31 March 2031. Argosy’s first Green Building was certified in
March 2014 and to date Green Buildings have competed with
regular buildings in terms of development cost and feasibility.
Green buildings may present an opportunity if occupiers and
investors are attracted to Green Buildings and a risk if Argosy
is required to incur additional capital expenditure to develop
Green Buildings.
CURRENT PHYSICAL IMPACTS
Argosy has not identified any current physical impacts of
climate change on its assets or operations. Our portfolio
showed resilience during the Auckland Flood during January
2023. While floods had a severe impact on the Auckland
region, where 69% of Argosy’s properties are located, Argosy’s
properties did not suffer significant damage or disruption to
occupiers. However, this event has been taken as a learning
opportunity and Argosy’s Management Team has responded by
enhancing resilience with measures such as storing sandbags
at properties where the Auckland Flood highlighted potential for
water ingress.
CURRENT FINANCIAL IMPACTS
Argosy relies on adoption provision 1 in paragraph 10 of NZ
CS 2, which provides an exemption from disclosure of current
financial impacts in the first reporting period.
b) Scenario analysis undertaken
Argosy has analysed three climate scenarios to help identify its
climate related risks and opportunities and better understand
the resilience of its business model and strategy. The scenarios
are not intended as predictions of what climate change impacts
may or will actually affect Argosy in the future. Neither the
scenarios themselves, nor our commentary or risk assessments
in this report based on analysis of the scenarios, are intended as
forward-looking statements about what Argosy considers may
or will happen in the future.
Our scenario analysis is based on the Climate Scenarios for the
Construction and Property Sector Ngā Horopaki Āhuarangi mō
te Rāngai Hanganga me ngā Whare, developed by Beca Limited
for the New Zealand Green Building Council. Argosy along
with industry peers contributed to the development of these
scenarios. The industry scenarios have each been modified to
better reflect Argosy’s specific circumstances, while ensuring
that they remain plausible and yet challenging. Summaries of
Argosy’s three scenarios are set out below.
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SCENARIO ONE - ORDERLY
SCENARIO ONE - ORDERLY
•Global warming is limited to 1.5°C by 2100.
•New Zealand achieves net zero CO
2
emissions by 2050.
•From 2030, existing buildings must disclose energy and
carbon performance. New buildings must be much more
energy efficient than they are required to be under the
existing code.
•Entities that fail to set and meet ambitious emission reduction
targets face financial repercussions.
•The construction sector experiences significant growth fuelled
by the development of greener infrastructure and efficiency
projects, crowding out greenfield development activity.
•Employers encourage their employees to work from home
to reduce emissions and there is an ongoing trend for more
remote working and use of shared working spaces.
•The anticipated physical impacts of sea-level rise affect the
valuation of properties in low-lying coastal areas long before
the physical impacts themselves eventuate.
•Properties in low-lying coastal areas and floodplains or with
unstable ground conditions face insurance retreat by 2050.
New Zealand achieves net-zero CO
2
emissions by 2050,
contributing to global efforts which limit warming to 1.5°C by
2100. Decarbonisation is driven by uniform and immediate
regulatory changes that promote resource efficiency. These
include regulations requiring existing buildings to disclose
energy and carbon performance and making new buildings
much more energy efficient.
With these changes, buildings built to the existing building
code become unattractive to tenants concerned with their
environmental impact. The construction sector experiences
significant growth fuelled by the development of greener
infrastructure and energy efficiency projects. Construction
becomes more costly which reduces the margins for developers,
effectively crowding out a large portion of the construction and
redevelopment activity that may otherwise have been expected.
With broad public support for decarbonisation, there is a high
expectation for entities to set and achieve ambitious emission
reduction targets. Where entities fail to set targets or meet
expectations, financial repercussions can be expected from
lenders, investors, and the Government, with restricted access
to capital and funding.
Employers encourage employees to work from home to reduce
emissions. This leads to increased demand for residential
dwellings and local shared working spaces with suitable
amenities, affecting the demand for office buildings.
While the global response to climate change is successful
in limiting the physical impacts of climate change, New
Zealand along with the rest of the world faces an increase
in the frequency and severity of extreme weather events.
Greater frequency of high intensity rainfall affects properties
in floodplains, or with unstable ground conditions, which face
relatively higher insurance premiums and suffer insurance
retreat by 2050.
The long-term effects of baked in sea-level rise adversely affect
coastal properties in low-lying areas as associated risks are
priced into property valuations and the cost of insurance (to the
extent it remains available).
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Strategy
DISCLOSURE OBJECTIVE:
To enable primary users to understand how climate
change is currently impacting an entity and how it may
do so in the future. This includes the scenario analysis
an entity has undertaken, the climate-related risks and
opportunities an entity has identified, the anticipated
impacts and financial impacts of these, and how an
entity will position itself as the global and domestic
economy transitions towards a low-emissions, climate-
resilient future.
STRATEGY DISCLOSURES:
To achieve the disclosure objective, an entity
must disclose:
a) a description of its current climate-related impacts;
b) a description of the scenario analysis it
has undertaken;
c) a description of the climate-related risks and
opportunities it has identified over the short, medium,
and long term;
d) a description of the anticipated impacts of climate-
related risks and opportunities; and
e) a description of how it will position itself as the
global and domestic economy transitions towards a low-
emissions, climate-resilient future state.
a) Current climate-related impacts
A current climate related impact is identified as having a
material impact during the year ended 31 March 2024. A climate
impact is considered material if it had the potential to influence
business-as-usual operations, achievement of business or
strategic objectives, value, or media coverage.
CURRENT TRANSITIONAL IMPACTS
Argosy has identified tenant preferences for certified Green
Buildings as a current transitional impact. Green Buildings are
considered a material current impact as they are an important
part of Argosy’s strategy and Argosy has a target for 50% of its
portfolio to be comprised of Green Buildings by 31 March 2031.
Argosy’s first Green Building was certified in March 2014 and to
date Green Buildings have competed with regular buildings in
terms of development cost and feasibility. Green buildings may
present an opportunity if occupiers and investors are attracted
to Green Buildings and a risk if Argosy is required to incur
additional capital expenditure to develop Green Buildings.
CURRENT PHYSICAL IMPACTS
Argosy has not identified any current physical impacts of
climate change on its assets or operations. Our portfolio
showed resilience during the Auckland Flood during January
2023. While floods had a severe impact on the Auckland
region, where 69% of Argosy’s properties are located, Argosy’s
properties did not suffer significant damage or disruption to
occupiers. However, this event has been taken as a learning
opportunity and Argosy’s Management Team has responded by
enhancing resilience with measures such as storing sandbags
at properties where the Auckland Flood highlighted potential for
water ingress.
CURRENT FINANCIAL IMPACTS
Argosy relies on adoption provision 1 in paragraph 10 of NZ
CS 2, which provides an exemption from disclosure of current
financial impacts in the first reporting period.
b) Scenario analysis undertaken
Argosy has analysed three climate scenarios to help identify its
climate related risks and opportunities and better understand
the resilience of its business model and strategy. The scenarios
are not intended as predictions of what climate change impacts
may or will actually affect Argosy in the future. Neither the
scenarios themselves, nor our commentary or risk assessments
in this report based on analysis of the scenarios, are intended as
forward-looking statements about what Argosy considers may
or will happen in the future.
Our scenario analysis is based on the Climate Scenarios for the
Construction and Property Sector Ngā Horopaki Āhuarangi mō
te Rāngai Hanganga me ngā Whare, developed by Beca Limited
for the New Zealand Green Building Council. Argosy along
with industry peers contributed to the development of these
scenarios. The industry scenarios have each been modified to
better reflect Argosy’s specific circumstances, while ensuring
that they remain plausible and yet challenging. Summaries of
Argosy’s three scenarios are set out below.
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Scenario One
at a glance
This scenario aligns
with external scenarios:
NGFS ‘Net Zero 2050’,
IPCC SSP 1-1.9,
IEA ‘Net Zero Emissions’,
CCC ‘Tailwinds’,
IPCC RCP 2.6
AMBITIONPOLICY
REACTION
TECHNOLOGY
CHANGE
BEHAVIOUR
CHANGE
SOCIO-POLITICAL
INSTABILITY
TRANSITION RISK
SEVERITY
PHYSICAL RISK
SEVERTIY
Immediate
and smooth
Fast changeLow – moderateLow – moderate
FastModerate
1.5°C
Ambition
1.5° C
Technology change
Fast
Policy Reaction
Immediate and
smooth
Physical Risk Severity
Moderate
Behaviour Change
Fast change
Socio- political instability
Low -moderate
Transition Risk Severity
Low -moderate
•Global warming is limited to 1.5°C by 2100.
•New Zealand achieves net zero CO
2
emissions by 2050. New
Zealand aligns its policy and markets with global trends,
enacting ambitious climate policies that steadily increase the
price of carbon to $250/tCO
2
e by 2050.
•From 2030, existing buildings must disclose energy and
carbon performance. New buildings must be much more
energy efficient than they are required to be under the
existing code.
•Entities that fail to set and meet ambitious emissions
reduction targets face financial repercussions.
•The construction sector experiences significant growth
fuelled by the development of greener infrastructure
and energy efficiency projects, crowding out greenfield
development activity.
•Employers encourage their employees to work from home
to reduce emissions and there is an ongoing trend for more
remote working and use of shared working spaces.
•The anticipated physical impacts of sea-level rise affect the
valuation of properties in low-lying coastal areas long before
the physical impacts themselves eventuate.
•Properties in low-lying coastal areas and floodplains or with
unstable ground conditions face insurance retreat by 2050.
New Zealand achieves net-zero CO
2
emissions by 2050,
contributing to global efforts which limit warming to 1.5°C by
2100. Decarbonisation is driven by uniform and immediate
regulatory changes that promote resource efficiency. These
include regulations requiring existing buildings to disclose
energy and carbon performance and making new buildings
much more energy efficient.
With these changes, buildings built to the existing building
code become unattractive to tenants concerned with their
environmental impact. The construction sector experiences
significant growth fuelled by the development of greener
infrastructure and energy efficiency projects. Construction
becomes more costly which reduces the margins for developers,
effectively crowding out a large portion of the construction and
redevelopment activity that may otherwise have been expected.
With broad public support for decarbonisation, there is a high
expectation for entities to set and achieve ambitious emissions
reduction targets. Where entities fail to set targets or meet
expectations, financial repercussions can be expected from
lenders, investors, and the Government, with restricted access
to capital and funding.
Employers encourage employees to work from home to reduce
emissions. This leads to increased demand for residential
dwellings and local shared working spaces with suitable
amenities, affecting the demand for office buildings.
While the global response to climate change is successful
in limiting the physical impacts of climate change, New
Zealand along with the rest of the world faces an increase
in the frequency and severity of extreme weather events.
Greater frequency of high intensity rainfall affects properties
in floodplains, or with unstable ground conditions, which face
relatively higher insurance premiums and suffer insurance
retreat by 2050.
The long-term effects of baked in sea-level rise adversely affect
coastal properties in low-lying areas as associated risks are
priced into property valuations and the cost of insurance (to the
extent it remains available).
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SCENARIO TWO - DISORDERLY
SCENARIO TWO - DISORDERLY
•Atmospheric warming is limited to <2°C by 2100.
•New Zealand climate policy reaction is slow until 2030, but
abrupt and stringent decarbonisation policies and regulations
are enacted in the 2030s.
•Behavioural change is slow until 2030 and then fast, as
New Zealand rushes to transition. Working from home
trends increase as employers aim to reduce emissions
from commuting and office use. Retail property trends
are affected by increasing consumer concerns about
sustainable consumption.
•By 2050, New Zealand faces severe climate events, even
though the level of warming stabilises below 2°C. Properties in
low-lying coastal areas and floodplains face higher insurance
premiums and insurance retreat as a result.
•Older assets are at risk of being stranded after new
regulations are introduced in 2030, while early-movers can
utilise their future-proofed assets and supply chains to
pursue opportunities.
In this 'delayed transition' scenario, policy, technology, and
behavioural changes remain stagnant until 2030. As global
emissions rise, concerns about meeting Paris Agreement
targets trigger rapid policy shifts around 2030. This sudden
policy move towards stringent decarbonisation reigns in global
warming to below 2°C by 2100.
New Zealand aligns with this trend, leading to abrupt transitions
affecting the property and construction sectors post-2030.
During the 2020s, electricity demand slowly increases, surging
in the 2030s as New Zealand moves to electrify transport
networks. Unprepared power sectors fail to respond to this
sudden shift, causing supply constraints, frequent blackouts,
and fluctuating electricity prices.
The 2020s bring uneven regulation across local bodies,
generating uncertainty. By 2030, strict regulatory changes
begin, demanding a sudden shift in building energy and carbon
requirements. New technologies have not been developed
in time to meet the resulting spike in demand, leading to
disruptions in the building and materials market. Competition
for materials and products impacts new buildings and retrofit
development. This results in price escalations and construction
delays. Lack of investment in low-carbon buildings during
the 2020s causes disruption and stimulates competition
post-2030 for materials, technology, advice, and skilled
workers, increasing development costs.
Post-2030, centralised infrastructure struggles with
densification and physical climate risks. Inconsistent spatial
planning regarding decarbonisation, densification, and
resilience adds to this uncertainty. Initially, the construction
sector's decarbonisation is sluggish, but 'fast movers' who
adapt quickly gain an advantage over late adopters post-2030.
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Scenario Two
at a glance
This scenario aligns
with external scenarios:
NGFS ‘Delayed Transition’,
IPCC SSP 1-2.6, IEA
‘Sustainable Development’,
CCC ‘Headwinds’,
IPCC RCP 2.6
AMBITIONPOLICY
REACTION
TECHNOLOGY
CHANGE
BEHAVIOUR
CHANGE
SOCIO-POLITICAL
INSTABILITY
TRANSITION RISK
SEVERITY
PHYSICAL RISK
SEVERTIY
Delayed
Delayed
but fast
ModerateHigh
Delayed
but fast
Moderate
<2.0 °C
Ambition
1.5° C
Technology change
Fast
Policy Reaction
Immediate and
smooth
Physical Risk Severity
Moderate
Behaviour Change
Fast change
Socio- political instability
Low -moderate
Transition Risk Severity
Low -moderate
•Atmospheric warming is limited to <2°C by 2100.
•New Zealand climate policy reaction is slow until 2030, but
abrupt and stringent decarbonisation policies and regulations
are enacted in the 2030s. The carbon price rapidly increases
after 2030 and reaches $250/tCO
2
e by 2050.
•Behavioural change is slow until 2030 and then fast, as
New Zealand rushes to transition. Working from home
trends increase as employers aim to reduce emissions
from commuting and office use. Retail property trends
are affected by increasing consumer concerns about
sustainable consumption.
•By 2050, New Zealand faces severe climate events, even
though the level of warming stabilises below 2°C. Properties in
low-lying coastal areas and floodplains face higher insurance
premiums and insurance retreat as a result.
•Older assets are at risk of being stranded after new
regulations are introduced in 2030, while early-movers
can use their future-proofed assets and supply chains to
pursue opportunities.
There are minimal policy, technology and behavioural changes
until 2030. As global emissions rise, concerns about meeting
Paris Agreement targets trigger rapid policy shifts around 2030.
This sudden policy move towards stringent decarbonisation
reigns in global warming to below 2°C by 2100.
New Zealand aligns with this trend, leading to abrupt transitions
affecting the property and construction sectors post-2030.
During the 2020s, electricity demand slowly increases, surging
in the 2030s as New Zealand moves to electrify transport
networks. Unprepared power sectors fail to respond to this
sudden shift, causing supply constraints, frequent blackouts,
and fluctuating electricity prices.
The 2020s bring uneven regulation across local bodies,
generating uncertainty. By 2030, strict regulatory changes
begin, demanding a sudden shift in building energy and carbon
requirements. New technologies have not been developed
in time to meet the resulting spike in demand, leading to
disruptions in the building and materials market. Competition
for materials and products impacts new buildings and retrofit
development. This results in price escalations and construction
delays. Lack of investment in low-carbon buildings during
the 2020s causes disruption and stimulates competition
post-2030 for materials, technology, advice, and skilled
workers, increasing development costs.
Post-2030, centralised infrastructure struggles with
densification and physical climate risks. Inconsistent spatial
planning regarding decarbonisation, densification, and
resilience adds to this uncertainty. Initially, the construction
sector's decarbonisation is sluggish, but 'fast movers' who
adapt quickly gain an advantage over late adopters post-2030.
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SCENARIO THREE - HOT HOUSE WORLD
SCENARIO THREE - HOT HOUSE WORLD
•Atmospheric warming reaches >3°C by 2100.
•New Zealand climate change policy remains in keeping with
the rest of the world. Regulatory changes are slow, and the
carbon price does not increase past $35/tCO
2
e to 2050.
•Continued reliance on fossil fuels disincentivises carbon
reduction strategies (including energy efficient buildings and
shifting away from fossil fuels) unless they also improve
physical resilience.
•Disruption and political polarisation reduces the extent of large
centrally funded capital projects, which reduces construction
activity generally.
•The property and construction sector fails to meet its own
emissions reduction targets as it relies on adjacent sectors
also decarbonising, which does not happen.
•There is no transition incentive driving behavioural change
which is slow, however increasing physical impacts end
up driving behaviour change around office use and retail
property demand.
•The increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather
events drive demand for climate adaptation like retrofitting
buildings and infrastructure for heat and flood resilience.
Assets that can’t adapt become stranded.
•There is a spike in demand for housing due to climate-driven
immigration and climate refugees. Populations concentrate in
regions that are more climate resilient, leading to significant
demand for construction activity in resettlement areas.
In the 'Hot House World' scenario, global emissions continue
to climb, resulting in a temperature rise of >3°C above pre-
industrial levels by 2100. New Zealand's approach reflects
the global state, with no additional policies introduced to
curb emissions. The building and construction sector follows
the same pattern, with regulatory shifts focusing mainly on
mitigating climate-induced immigration.
With noticeable damage to infrastructure due to climate change,
mandates are introduced to conserve energy. New Zealand's
electricity grid sees gradual decarbonisation. Meanwhile, low
carbon materials are available due to lower demand, with
minimal innovations beyond current technologies and materials.
Investments are prioritised for climate resilience and adaptation.
As building codes become more stringent, some assets become
stranded. Physical effects of climate change stress centralised
infrastructures, resulting in failures and further stranding of
some assets. Consequently, local councils increase rates for
asset protection and restoration.
Despite these changes, no incentives are introduced to
encourage considerable behavioural changes. The scenario
depicts a significant breakdown of social cohesion, record heat
stress levels, mental health issues, and food insecurity. Demand
for housing spikes due to climate-driven immigration and an
increase in climate refugees.
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SCENARIO TWO - DISORDERLY
•Atmospheric warming is limited to <2°C by 2100.
•New Zealand climate policy reaction is slow until 2030, but
abrupt and stringent decarbonisation policies and regulations
are enacted in the 2030s.
•Behavioural change is slow until 2030 and then fast, as
New Zealand rushes to transition. Working from home
trends increase as employers aim to reduce emissions
from commuting and office use. Retail property trends
are affected by increasing consumer concerns about
sustainable consumption.
•By 2050, New Zealand faces severe climate events, even
though the level of warming stabilises below 2°C. Properties in
low-lying coastal areas and floodplains face higher insurance
premiums and insurance retreat as a result.
•Older assets are at risk of being stranded after new
regulations are introduced in 2030, while early-movers can
utilise their future-proofed assets and supply chains to
pursue opportunities.
In this 'delayed transition' scenario, policy, technology, and
behavioural changes remain stagnant until 2030. As global
emissions rise, concerns about meeting Paris Agreement
targets trigger rapid policy shifts around 2030. This sudden
policy move towards stringent decarbonisation reigns in global
warming to below 2°C by 2100.
New Zealand aligns with this trend, leading to abrupt transitions
affecting the property and construction sectors post-2030.
During the 2020s, electricity demand slowly increases, surging
in the 2030s as New Zealand moves to electrify transport
networks. Unprepared power sectors fail to respond to this
sudden shift, causing supply constraints, frequent blackouts,
and fluctuating electricity prices.
The 2020s bring uneven regulation across local bodies,
generating uncertainty. By 2030, strict regulatory changes
begin, demanding a sudden shift in building energy and carbon
requirements. New technologies have not been developed
in time to meet the resulting spike in demand, leading to
disruptions in the building and materials market. Competition
for materials and products impacts new buildings and retrofit
development. This results in price escalations and construction
delays. Lack of investment in low-carbon buildings during
the 2020s causes disruption and stimulates competition
post-2030 for materials, technology, advice, and skilled
workers, increasing development costs.
Post-2030, centralised infrastructure struggles with
densification and physical climate risks. Inconsistent spatial
planning regarding decarbonisation, densification, and
resilience adds to this uncertainty. Initially, the construction
sector's decarbonisation is sluggish, but 'fast movers' who
adapt quickly gain an advantage over late adopters post-2030.
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Scenario Three
at a glance
This scenario aligns
with external scenarios:
NGFS ‘Current Policies’,
IPCC SSP 3-7.0, IEA
‘Stated Policies’,
CCC ‘Current Policies’,
IPCC RCP 8.5
AMBITIONPOLICY
REACTION
TECHNOLOGY
CHANGE
BEHAVIOUR
CHANGE
SOCIO-POLITICAL
INSTABILITY
TRANSITION RISK
SEVERITY
PHYSICAL RISK
SEVERTIY
None –
current policies
SlowHighLow
SlowExtreme
>3.0 °C
Ambition
1.5° C
Technology change
Fast
Policy Reaction
Immediate and
smooth
Physical Risk Severity
Moderate
Behaviour Change
Fast change
Socio- political instability
Low -moderate
Transition Risk Severity
Low -moderate
•Atmospheric warming reaches >3°C by 2100.
•New Zealand climate change policy remains in keeping with
the rest of the world. Regulatory changes are slow, and the
carbon price does not increase past $35/tCO
2
e to 2050.
•Continued reliance on fossil fuels disincentivises carbon
reduction strategies (including energy efficient buildings and
shifting away from fossil fuels) unless they also improve
physical resilience.
•Disruption and political polarisation reduces the extent of large
centrally funded capital projects, which reduces construction
activity generally.
•The property and construction sector fails to meet its own
emissions reduction targets as it relies on adjacent sectors
also decarbonising, which does not happen.
•There is no transition incentive driving behavioural change
which is slow, however increasing physical impacts end
up driving behaviour change around office use and retail
property demand.
•The increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather
events drive demand for climate adaptation like retrofitting
buildings and infrastructure for heat and flood resilience.
Assets that can’t adapt become stranded.
•There is a spike in demand for housing due to climate-driven
immigration and climate refugees. Populations concentrate in
regions that are more climate resilient, leading to significant
demand for construction activity in resettlement areas.
In the 'Hot House World' scenario, global emissions continue
to climb, resulting in a temperature rise of >3°C above pre-
industrial levels by 2100. New Zealand's approach reflects
the global state, with no additional policies introduced to
curb emissions. The building and construction sector follows
the same pattern, with regulatory shifts focusing mainly on
mitigating climate-induced immigration.
With noticeable damage to infrastructure due to climate change,
mandates are introduced to conserve energy. New Zealand's
electricity grid sees gradual decarbonisation. Meanwhile, low
carbon materials are available due to lower demand, with
minimal innovations beyond current technologies and materials.
Investments are prioritised for climate resilience and adaptation.
As building codes become more stringent, some assets become
stranded. Physical effects of climate change stress centralised
infrastructure, resulting in failures and further stranding of some
assets. Consequently, local councils increase rates to fund asset
protection and restoration.
Despite these changes, insufficient incentives are introduced
to encourage behavioural changes. The scenario depicts a
significant breakdown of social cohesion, record heat stress
levels, mental health issues, and food insecurity. Demand
for housing spikes due to climate-driven immigration and an
increase in climate refugees.
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c) Climate-related risks and opportunities
SHORT, MEDIUM AND LONG TERM
Argosy defines short, medium and long term as follows:
•Short term: 2024 – 2030
•Medium term: 2030 – 2050
•Long term: 2050 – 2100
These timeframes differ from Argosy's conventional operational
and strategic, budgeting and planning time horizons. However,
they are considered appropriate as they reflect the long-lived
nature of both climate-related risks and our property assets.
The identification of risks over longer time frames complements
our strategic, budgeting and planning time horizons by
providing an opportunity to consider and address longer term
climate-related risks and opportunities.
CLIMATE-RELATED RISKS AND OPPORTUNITIES
We have identified climate-related risks and opportunities
based on the following criteria:
•physical risks are risks arising from the physical impacts of
climate change (such as risk of physical damage to Argosy
properties). Physical risks may be acute (such as severe
weather events) or chronic (such as sea level rise);
•transition risks are risks arising from the transition to a
resilient low carbon economy (such as requirements for
buildings to be more energy efficient and resilient to climate
impacts); and
•opportunities are potentially positive climate related
outcomes (such as demand for Green Buildings). These
can include opportunities arising from climate mitigation
and adaptation measures (such as rainwater harvesting
opportunities from increased rainfall).
The table below describes and assesses material climate-
related risks and opportunities based on analysis of the
three climate scenarios above and includes information about
whether they are physical or transition risks and their
impacts. An impact is considered material if it is identified
as having potential to influence business-as-usual operations,
achievement of business or strategic objectives, value, or
media coverage. Risks are assessed on a five-point scale:
“very low,” “low”, “medium”, “high” and “severe”. The table
shows Argosy’s assessment of the residual risk remaining after
consideration of available controls and mitigations.
The scenarios are not intended as predictions of what climate
change impacts may or will actually affect Argosy in the future.
Neither the scenarios themselves nor our commentary or risk
assessments in this report are forward-looking statements
about what Argosy considers may or will happen in the future.
Funding and capital deployment decisions in relation to climate-
related risks and opportunities are addressed under Argosy’s
Sustainability Framework, which identifies Green Buildings and
climate change as material sustainability factors. Each material
sustainability factor has its own objectives and targets. Targets
in the Sustainability Framework are included in the development
of Argosy’s strategy, budget and operating plan.
d) Anticipated climate-related impacts
Anticipated climate-related impacts based on analysis of the
three climate scenarios above are described in the table below.
In relation to anticipated financial impacts, Argosy relies on
adoption provision 2 in paragraph 12 of NZ CS 2, which provides
an exemption from disclosure of anticipated financial impacts in
the first reporting period.
e) Transition plan
Argosy is committed to managing and reducing the impact of
its operations on the environment, including climate change
impacts. Our strategy to develop Green Buildings reflects
our ambition to address sustainability issues by creating well
designed, vibrant and sustainable buildings for today and into
the future. We also believe that energy efficient Green Buildings
have the potential to provide several key benefits including:
•lower energy costs;
•higher occupancy;
•higher value;
•improved worker productivity and occupant health and
wellbeing; and
•lower transition risk.
Argosy’s Sustainability Framework is at the forefront of strategic
planning and applies to all areas of its business. Green Buildings
and climate change are identified as material sustainability
factors within this Framework. The most observable impact
of climate-related risks has been the drive for Argosy and its
stakeholders to obtain Green Building certifications in relation
to the refurbishment or construction (Green Star ratings) and
ongoing operation (NABERSNZ ratings) of its buildings.
These certifications provide evidence of reduced energy use
and emissions from Argosy’s buildings in accordance with
internationally recognised standards which help reduce the
carbon footprint of Argosy and its occupiers. Buildings with
Green Star ratings also benefit from climate adaptation planning
contributing to greater resilience. This drive toward certified
energy efficient Green Buildings is reflected in Argosy’s
strategic and financial planning as well as its plans for
acquisitions, developments and disposals.
Argosy is preparing its property portfolio for progressive
certification, which started with the 5 Green Star Office Built
rating obtained for the redevelopment of the historic Te Puni
Kōkiri House in March 2014. Since then, Argosy has obtained
Green Star ratings on a further ten buildings and has obtained
(4 star or better) NABERSNZ ratings on four of these buildings
and three other buildings. Our target is for 50% of the portfolio
(by market value) to be certified energy efficient Green Buildings
by
31 March 2031.
The development of certified energy efficient Green Buildings
has also provided Argosy with an opportunity to diversify
its funding through Green Bonds. At the date of this
report, Argosy has funding of $325 million from Green
Bonds supported by certified energy efficient Green Buildings
(including developments targeting such a certification) valued
at $722.5m.
Argosy relies on adoption provision 3 in paragraph 15 of NZ CS
2, which provides an exemption from disclosure of transition
plan aspects of its strategy, and the extent to which transition
plan aspects of its strategy are aligned with its internal
capital deployment and funding decision-making processes.
The discussion above addresses Argosy’s progress toward
developing the transition plan aspects of its strategy.
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c) Climate-related risks and opportunities
SHORT, MEDIUM AND LONG TERM
Argosy defines short, medium and long term as follows:
•Short term: 2024 – 2030
•Merdium term: 2030 – 2050
•Long term: 2050 – 2100
These timeframes differ from Argosy's conventional operational
and strategic, budgeting and planning time horizons. However,
they are considered appropriate as they reflect the long-lived
nature of both climate-related risks and our property assets.
The identification of risks over longer time frames complements
our strategic, budgeting and planning time horizons by
providing an opportunity to consider and address longer term
climate-related risks and opportunities.
CLIMATE-RELATED RISKS AND OPPORTUNITIES
We have identified climate-related risks and opportunities
based on the following criteria:
•physical risks are risks arising from the physical impacts of
climate change (such as risk of physical damage to Argosy
properties). Physical risks may be acute (such as severe
weather events) or chronic (such as sea level rise);
•transition risks are risks arising from the transition to a
resilient low carbon economy (such as requirements for
buildings to be more energy efficient and resilient to climate
impacts); and
•opportunities are potentially positive climate related
outcomes (such as demand for Green Buildings). These
can include opportunities arising from climate mitigation
and adaptation measures (such as rainwater harvesting
opportunities from increased rainfall).
The table [below] describes and assesses material climate-
related risks and opportunities based on analysis of the
three climate scenarios above and includes information about
whether they are physical or transition risks and their
impacts. An impact is considered material if it is identified
as having potential to influence business-as-usual operations,
achievement of business or strategic objectives, value, or
media coverage. Risks are assessed on a five-point scale:
“very low,” “low”, “medium”, “high” and “severe”. The table
shows Argosy’s assessment of the residual risk remaining after
consideration of available controls and mitigations.
The scenarios are not intended as predictions of what climate
change impacts may or will actually affect Argosy in the future.
Neither the scenarios themselves nor our commentary or risk
assessments in this report are forward-looking statements
about what Argosy considers may or will happen in the future.
Funding and capital deployment decisions in relation to climate-
related risks and opportunities are addressed under Argosy’s
Sustainability Framework, which identifies Green Buildings and
climate change as material sustainability factors. Each material
sustainability factor has its own objectives and targets. Targets
in the Sustainability Framework are included in the development
of Argosy’s strategy, budget and operating plan.
d) Anticipated climate-related impacts
Anticipated climate-related impacts based on analysis of the
three climate scenarios above are described in the table
[below]. In relation to anticipated financial impacts, Argosy
relies on adoption provision 2 in paragraph 12 of NZ CS 2, which
provides an exemption from disclosure of anticipated financial
impacts in the first reporting period.
e) Transition plan
Argosy is committed to managing and reducing the impact of
its operations on the environment, including climate change
impacts. Our strategy to develop Green Buildings reflects
our ambition to address sustainability issues by creating well
designed, vibrant and sustainable buildings for today and into
the future. We also believe that energy efficient Green Buildings
have the potential to provide several key benefits including:
•lower energy costs;
•higher occupancy;
•higher value;
•improved worker productivity and occupant health and
wellbeing; and
•lower transition risk.
Argosy’s Sustainability Framework is at the forefront of strategic
planning and applies to all areas of its business. Green Buildings
and climate change are identified as material sustainability
factors within this Framework. The most observable impact
of climate-related risks has been the drive for Argosy and its
stakeholders to obtain Green Building certifications in relation
to the refurbishment or construction (Green Star ratings) and
ongoing operation (NABERSNZ ratings) of its buildings.
These certifications provide evidence of reduced energy use
and emissions from Argosy’s buildings in accordance with
internationally recognised standards which help reduce the
carbon footprint of Argosy and its occupiers. Buildings with
Green Star ratings also benefit from climate adaptation planning
contributing to greater resilience. This drive toward green
certified Green Buildings is reflected in Argosy’s strategic
and financial planning as well as its plans for acquisitions,
developments and disposals.
Argosy is preparing its property portfolio for progressive
certification, which started with the 5 Green Star Office Built
rating obtained for the redevelopment of the historic Te Puni
Kōkiri House in March 2014. Since then, Argosy has obtained
Green Star ratings on a further nine buildings and has obtained
(4 star or better) NABERSNZ ratings on four of these buildings
and three other buildings. Our target is for 50% of the
portfolio (by market value) to be certified Green Buildings by
31 March 2031.
The development of certified Green Buildings has also provided
Argosy with an opportunity to diversify its funding through
Green Bonds. At the date of this report, Argosy has funding
of $325 million from Green Bonds supported by certified
Green Buildings (including developments targeting such a
certification) valued at [$722.5m].
Argosy relies on adoption provision 3 in paragraph 15 of NZ CS
2, which provides an exemption from disclosure of transition
plan aspects of its strategy, and the extent to which transition
plan aspects of its strategy are aligned with its internal
capital deployment and funding decision-making processes.
The discussion above addresses Argosy’s progress toward
developing the transition plan aspects of its strategy.
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Risk CategoryRisk DescriptionResidual riskCommentary on controls and mitigations
Scenario 1Scenario 2Scenario 3
CLIMATE CHANGE RISKS SMLSMLSML
Climate Change
- Acute Physical
Risk
FLOODING, STORM,
CYCLONE, AND
WILDFIRE - Increase in
frequency and intensity
of extreme weather
events, including flooding,
storms, cyclones and
wildfires, causing
significant damage
and/or destruction to
buildings and surrounding
infrastructure and delays
to project timelines.
Extreme weather events are a risk under
each of the three future scenarios, however
there is no material impact at present. Risk is
assessed as very low over the short term in
each scenario, increasing to low in the medium
to long term under Scenarios 1 and 2 due to
moderate increases in severity of weather
events which could have minor impacts. Under
Scenario 3, risk increases to medium over
the medium to long term due to increase of
frequency and intensity of weather events.
However, climate adaptation measures will
create resilience leading to an assessment of
medium risk over the medium to long term. In
assessing climate-related risks, Management
has made an assumption that Councils in
built up areas will be able to maintain public
infrastructure over the long term. (Note that
there was no significant damage to Argosy’s
portfolio from the Auckland Floods or Cyclone
Gabrielle.)
Climate Change
- Chronic
Physical Risk
RISING SEA LEVELS -
Rising sea levels impact
coastal locations, leading
to increased insurance
premiums for affected
properties. Some
properties may become
stranded or permanently
unprofitable due to the
risk of inundation and
insurance retreat.
Sea level rise presents a very low to low
risk under Scenarios 1 and 2. Sea level
rise is assessed as presenting a medium
residual risk over the medium to long term
under Scenario 3, after taking into account
adaptation planning during the development/
redevelopment of buildings.
Climate Change
- Chronic
Physical Risk
HEAT STRESS - Rising
temperature causes heat
stress creating increased
demand for cooling.
This increases energy
consumption for buildings
with air-conditioning,
increasing operating
costs. Potentially,
buildings without air-
conditioning may require
capital expenditure.
Under Scenarios 1 and 2, planned upgrades
of existing air-conditioning plant provide
opportunities to address emergent heat stress.
However, there is potential for heat stress
to affect areas of buildings without existing
air-conditioning (such as many warehouse
areas) under Scenario 3 in the medium to
long term. Heat stress could affect workers
or stock in such areas and may be harder to
mitigate as compared to areas with existing
air-conditioning equipment. However,
consideration of the potential for future
heat stress when developing/redeveloping
buildings should mitigate the risk under
Scenario 3 and the residual risk is rated as
medium.
Climate Change
- Chronic
Physical Risk
and Mitigation
Opportunity
INCREASED RAINFALL -
Increase in rainfall causing
changes in ground
conditions, slope stability
and shorter earthworks
season. Increased rainfall
also creates a mitigation
opportunity for increased
rainwater harvesting.
Increased rainfall will present a risk for
vulnerable buildings and an opportunity for
resilient buildings. This risk should be planned
for in acquisitions and new developments/
upgrades. Over the short term, some tenants
will be focused on resilience, particularly in
relation to floods under all three scenarios (to
which Argosy’s portfolio proved resilient in
the Auckland Floods). Tenant demand and
a practical need for resilience will grow as
climate impacts increase in frequency and
intensity, particularly under Scenario 3.
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Risk CategoryRisk DescriptionResidual riskCommentary on controls and mitigations
Scenario 1Scenario 2Scenario 3
CLIMATE CHANGE RISKS SMLSMLSML
Climate Change
- Chronic
Transition Risk
and Opportunity
RESILIENT BUILDINGS
- Tenant expectations
and/or physical climate
impacts require
that buildings need
to withstand direct
physical impacts of
climate change and can
operate independently
of the power grid during
blackouts. This can be
a risk for vulnerable
buildings and an
opportunity for resilient
buildings.
Adaptation studies should anticipate climate
adaptation/resilience requirements for
Scenarios 1 and 2 and mitigations implemented
over the short to medium term should be
effective in relation to these scenarios.
However, adaptation requirements for the
severe climate hazards under Scenario 3
require further investigation and proposed
mitigations have not yet been confirmed as
effective under Scenario 3 for the long term.
Climate Change
- Transition Risk
EFFICIENT BUILDINGS
- Stricter building
regulations and tenant
preferences focused
on decarbonisation
impose minimum energy
efficiency and/or other
sustainability-based
standards on buildings
and related infrastructure,
requiring increased
capital expenditure to
make buildings comply
with energy efficiency
requirements and
standards.
Risks arising from energy efficiency
requirements have greater impacts in the
short to medium term under Scenarios 1 and 2
and are particularly acute in Scenario 2 for the
medium term (2030-2050). However, Argosy’s
strategy to develop/redevelop green buildings
and reduce GHG emissions over the short to
medium term should mitigate the heightened
medium term transitional risk in Scenario 2.
There is little emphasis on decarbonisation
under Scenario 3 and this scenario presents
low risk (although severe physical impacts of
climate change create challenges for climate
adaptation and resilience).
Climate Change
- Transition Risk
and Opportunity
GREEN BUILDINGS
- Demand from
tenants, investors and
stakeholders for certified
sustainable energy
efficient buildings with
a low carbon footprint
presents an opportunity
for owners of Green
Buildings and a risk for
owners of older less
efficient buildings.
Argosy’s strategy to develop Green Buildings
(and target for 50% of its portfolio to be Green
Buildings by 2031) should leave it well-placed
to take advantage of opportunities presented
by the transition to a low carbon economy.
Climate Change
- Transition Risk
FINANCIAL AND
REPUTATIONAL
LOSS - failure to meet
investor, regulatory or
societal expectations in
relation to management
of transitional climate
change impacts.
The inclusion of Green Buildings and climate
change as material sustainability factors
in Argosy’s Sustainability Framework will
ensure that we remain focused on financial
performance and social licence maintenance
arising from the transition to a low carbon
economy.
RISK ASSESSMENT LEGEND
Severe
S – short term M – medium term L – long term
HighMediumLowVery Low
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Risk Management
DISCLOSURE OBJECTIVE:
To enable primary users to understand how an entity’s
climate-related risks are identified, assessed, and
managed and how those processes are integrated into
existing risk management processes.
RISK MANAGEMENT DISCLOSURES:
To achieve the disclosure objective above, an entity
must disclose the following information for both
transition risks and physical risks:
a) a description of its processes for identifying, assessing
and managing climate-related risks; and
b) a description of how its processes for identifying,
assessing, and managing climate-related risks are
integrated into its overall risk management processes.
a) Processes for identifying, assessing and
managing climate-related risks
To facilitate consideration of climate-related risks, the
Risk Management Framework under which Argosy’s Risk
Management Committee operates has been updated to include
a risk appetite and criteria for identifying and assessing
climate-related risks arising from scenario analysis. The short,
medium and long term for assessing climate-related risks are
the same as the corresponding timeframe’s under Argosy’s
climate scenarios:
Short term:2024 – 2030
Medium term:2030 – 2050
Long term:2050 – 2100
In accordance with the updated Risk Management Framework,
the Risk Management Committee has analysed the climate
scenarios described above, identified climate-related risks and
opportunities and added them to Argosy’s Strategic Risk
Register. Controls and mitigations are developed where risks
are assessed as being outside Argosy’s risk appetite.
b) How processes for identifying, assessing, and
managing climate-related risks are integrated
into overall risk management processes
Amendments to the Risk Management Framework and
additions to the Strategic Risk Register described above have
been reviewed by the Board’s Audit and Risk Committee
and approved by the Board. In future, climate-related risks
and opportunities will be reviewed along with other risks in
accordance with Argosy’s Risk Management Framework.
5 Allens Road, Auckland.
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Metrics and Targets
DISCLOSURE OBJECTIVE:
To enable primary users to understand how an entity measures and manages its climate-related risks and opportunities.
Metrics and targets also provide a basis upon which primary users can compare entities within a sector or industry.
METRICS AND TARGETS DISCLOSURES:
To achieve this disclosure objective, an entity must disclose:
a) the metrics that are relevant to all entities regardless of industry and business model;
b) industry-based metrics relevant to its industry or business model used to measure and manage climate-related risks
and opportunities;
c) any other key performance indicators used to measure and manage climate-related risks and opportunities; and
d) the targets used to manage climate-related risks and opportunities, and performance against those targets.
Metrics relevant to all entities
GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
Argosy's gross emissions in metric tonnes of carbon dioxide
equivalent (tCO
2
e) using the location-based method for the
reporting period to 31 March 2024 are set out in the table below:
ScopeSub-CategoryDescriptionFY24 tCO
2
eData collection methodology and uncertainty
1Leakage of refrigerants141.5Refrigerant emissions data has been gathered
from Argosy's maintenance contractor, and
calculated from top-up volumes.
Mobile combustion (incl. company
owned or leased vehicles)
37.7Mobile combustion emissions including
company vehicles has been gathered from fuel
card data.
Stationary combustion7.6Stationary combustion emissions including fire
pumps and backup electicity generators have
been gathered from maintenance contracor top-
up data.
Subtotal186.8
2Imported electricity (location-based)166.1Electricity emissions have been calculated
from supplier data, supplier invoices and from
electrical sub-metering on site.
Imported electricity for EVs
(location-based)
0.2Electricity emissions have been calculated
from supplier data, supplier invoices and from
electrical sub-metering on site.
Subtotal166.3
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ScopeSub-CategoryDescriptionFY24 tCO
2
eData collection methodology and uncertainty
31Purchased goods and services1,053.6Purchased goods and services emissions
include maintenance emissions for Argosy's
portfolio. A spend-based methodology has
been used, with aggregation of individual
maintenance categories.
3Transmission of energy19.2Electricity distribution loss emissions have been
calculated from supplier data, supplier invoices
and from electrical sub-metering on site.
5Disposal of solid waste - landfilled0.3Waste to landfill emissions have been calculated
with data from service provider weigh stations.
5Recycling process0.4Recycling waste emissions including plastics,
cardboard and paper have been calculated with
data from service provider weigh stations.
6Business travel - transport (non-
company owned vehicles)
29.9Business travel emissions including air travel,
taxis and rental car emissions have been
calculated from provider data, and from spend
based methodology for taxi and rental car travel.
7Employee commuting23.2Employee commuting emissions have been
calculated using road mapping, transport type,
and number of days per year commuted.
10Processing of sold goods25.5Composting waste emissions have been
calculated with data from service provider
weigh stations.
11Use stage of sold products355.0Leased asset emissions from electrcity
consumption and electricity distribution losses
have been calculated based on data estimated
using factors derived from similar buildings
within Argosy's portfolio.
12End of life stage of sold products18.9Plastics recycling emissions have been
calculated using data from service provider
weigh stations.
13Downstream leased assets3,077.3Leased asset emissions have been calcuated
using tenant electricity consumption, or
estimated using factors derived from buildings
with similar tenants within Argosy's portfolio.
Subtotal4,603.3
The methods, assumptions and uncertainties in relation to the
calculation or estimation of Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions are
described below:
Scope 1, direct emissions: This category captures emissions
directly generated by Argosy's owned or controlled sources.
Data is collected from various sources: service contractors
provide information on refrigerant emissions and top-up
volumes, fuel card data helps track mobile combustion
emissions from company vehicles; and service providers offer
data on top-ups for stationary combustion sources like fire
pumps and backup generators.
Scope 2, indirect emissions from purchased energy within
Argosy's operational control: Electricity use contributes to
indirect emissions. Argosy gathers data from electricity
suppliers, invoices, and on-site electrical sub-metering to
calculate both electricity emissions and electricity distribution
loss emissions.
Scope 3, other indirect emissions: This scope encompasses all
other indirect emissions from Argosy's activities and emissions
are calcuated using emission factors as described below
(Source of emissions factors). Purchased goods and services
emissions, including emissions from maintenance across the
portfolio, are estimated using a spend-based methodology.
Waste management data comes from service provider weigh
stations, allowing for calculations of emissions from landfilled,
recycled (including plastics, cardboard and paper), and
composted waste. Business travel emissions are tracked – air
travel data comes directly from the verified provider, while taxi
and rental car emissions are estimated using spending data.
Employee commuting emissions are calculated based on road
mapping, transport mode, and commuting frequency.
Finally, data for leased buildings is calculated using tenant
electricity consumption or estimated using emissions factors
derived from similar buildings within Argosy's portfolio. This
includes estimating emissions from both tenant electricity
consumption and electricity distribution losses in those
leased assets.
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GHG emissions intensity
Argosy's GHG emissions intensity is calculated as:
Scope 1 emissions + Scope 2 emissions
=
353 tCO
2
e
=2.69 tCO
2
e/$1m
Revenue$131m
Assets exposed to transition risks
All of Argosy’s property assets are potentially exposed to
transition risks arising under the climate scenarios described
in this report to some extent. For example, energy efficiency
requirements and the need for increased resilience.
Assets exposed to physical risks
All of Argosy’s properties are potentially exposed to physical
risks (climate scenarios described in this report, particularly
under climate scenario 3) to some extent. For example, climate
impacts from increases in the frequency and the severity of
acute weather events.
Climate-related opportunities
All of Argosy’s properties are potentially exposed to climate-
related opportunities under the climate scenarios described in
this report to some extent. For example, there is the potential
for properties to be upgraded such that they are more energy
efficient and resilient making them more attractive to tenants.
Capital deployment
Argosy had 14 Green Buildings with a total value of $683.4m as
at 31 March 2024.
Internal emissions price
For the year ended 31 March 2024, Argosy had an
internal emissions price of $21/tCO
2
e. This is the average
cost of offsetting Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions for
Argosy’s certification under Toitū Envirocare’s Net Carbonzero
Programme. (The disclosure of emissions in this report is
not certified by Toitū Envirocare. Further information about
Argosy’s certification from Toitū Envirocare is provided in our
Sustainability Report).
Remuneration
Argosy’s short term incentive scheme includes components
linked to climate-related risks and opportunities. For the year
ended 31 March 2024, 12% of the staff short term incentive,
and 12.5% of the CEO’s short-term incentive, were linked to the
development of Green Buildings.
INDUSTRY BASED METRICS
Argosy has an emissions reduction programme as part of our
Toitū Envirocare Net Carbonzero Programme, and a target for
50% of our portfolio to be Green Buildings by 31 March 2031.
Emissions reduction programme
In 2020, Argosy implemented an emissions reduction
programme with a base year to 31 December 2019 and a
target of achieving a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope
2 emissions by 31 December 2030. Argosy was on track to
achieve emissions reductions under this programme. However,
to align the programme with the reporting period for our climate
related disclosures the base year has been changed for the
current year ended 31 March 2024.
The current year to 31 March 2024 is the new base year for the
programme, which now targets a 17.5% reduction in Argosy’s
emissions intensity for Scope 1 and 2 emissions (reported
above) by 31 March 2031. The emissions reduction target is an
intensity based target to reduce Argosy’s emissions, entered
into as part of Toitū Envirocare’s Net Carbonzero Programme.
Achieving this target will contribute to limiting global warming
by reducing Argosy’s emissions. However, it is not a science-
based target linked directly to Paris Agreement goals or the
specific goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
For the year to 31 March 2024, Argosy is achieving a level
of emissions reductions consistent with the target. Argosy’s
Scope 1 and 2 emissions reduction programme does not rely
on carbon offsets. However, Argosy’s certification under Toitū
Envirocare’s Carbonzero Programme relies on carbon offsets for
emissions remaining after reductions under Argosy’s emissions
reduction programme.
Green Buildings
Argosy has a target that 50% of the buildings in its portfolio
(by market value) will be Green Buildings by 31 March 2031.
This is an intensity based target and increasing the number
of Green Buildings in Argosy’s portfolio contributes to limiting
global warming by increasing the energy efficiency of Argosy’s
portfolio. However, it is not a science-based target linked
directly to Paris Agreement goals or the specific goal of limiting
global warming to 1.5°C.
As at 31 March 2024, 35% of the Buildings in Argosy’s portfolio
were Green Buildings. Increasing the number of Green Buildings
in Argosy’s portfolio does not rely on carbon offsets.
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GHG EMISSIONS
Standard under which emissions have been measured
Argosy’s emissions have been measured in accordance
with International Organization for Standardization. ISO
14064-1:2018 – Greenhouse gases – Part 1: Specification
with guidance at the organization level for quantification and
reporting of greenhouse gas emissions and removals. (ISO:
Geneva, Switzerland.)
Consolidation approach
Argosy has used an operational control approach for
consolidation of Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Although our
tenants are responsible for a large proportion of emissions,
an operational control approach is considered appropriate as
we maintain close relationships with tenants enabling us to
influence and enact change.
Source of emissions factors
Argosy collects data to track its emissions across the three
scopes. This data is collated using Toitū Envirocare’s Emanage
reporting platform. Most emissions factors are from "Measuring
emissions: A guide for organisations: 2023 emission factors
summary", published by the Ministry for the Environment. Other
sources include:
•UK BEIS: Department for Business, Energy &
Industrial Strategy.
https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/government-
conversion-factors-for-company-reporting.
•USEPA: United States Environmental Protection Agency.
"Emission Factors for Greenhouse Gas Inventories"
document published by the Centre for Environmental
Research Information (CERI).
https://www.epa.gov/energy/greenhouse-gas-
equivalencies-calculator.
•BRANZ: Building Research Association of New Zealand.
https://www.branz.co.nz/pubs/guideline/.
•ICE Database: International Council for Emissions Trading
https://climate.ec.europa.eu/eu-action/eu-emissions-
trading-system-eu-ets/union-registry_en
•IEA: International Energy Agency
https://www.iea.org/reports/world-energy-outlook-2023.
Specific exclusions from reported GHG emissions
Argosy has excluded the following specific source of GHG
emissions: Refrigerant leakage from tenant controlled air-
conditioning units in buildings occupied by a single tenant.
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