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Half Year Results23 February 2025MHJConsumer Discretionary

$'000
Down0.7% to360,169

Up12.4% to32,364

Up9.5% to16,862

Amount per

security

Franked amount

per security

cents per share cents per share

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1.75-

29 December 31 December

20242023

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Revenue from contracts with customers

Earnings before interest and taxation (EBIT)

1

Net profit after tax for the period attributable to members

investor@michaelhill.com.au

1

EBIT is non-IFRS information and is unaudited. Please refer to non-IFRS information in the Directors' Report for an explanation of non-IFRS information and a

reconciliation of EBIT.

Interim dividend for the year ended 29 June 2025

Final dividend for the year ended 30 June 2024

Interim dividend for the year ended 30 June 2024

Net tangible asset

2

backing per ordinary security

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

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APPENDIX 4D

RESULTS FOR ANNOUNCEMENT TO THE MARKET

REPORTING PERIOD

26 weeks ending 29 December 2024

26 weeks ending 31 December 2023

Reporting period:

Previous reporting period:

R I Fyfe

This report is based on accounts which have been reviewed by the auditor of Michael Hill International Limited. There have been no matters of

disagreement and a report of the auditor's review appears in the half-year financial report.

This report should be read in conjunction with the annual report for the year ended 30 June 2024 and any public announcements made by Michael

Hill International Limited in accordance with the continuous disclosure requirements arising under the Corporations Act 2021 (Cth), ASX Listing

Rules and NZX Listing Rules.

Your Directors present their report on the consolidated entity consisting of Michael Hill International Limited and the entities it controlled at the end

of, or during, the half-year ended 29 December 2024.

RESULTS FOR ANNOUNCEMENT TO THE MARKET

DIVIDENDS

NET TANGIBLE ASSETS

COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

2

Net tangible assets were calculated including the Group's right-of-use assets and lease liabilities recognised under AASB16 Leases.

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED APPENDIX 4D

FOR THE HALF-YEAR ENDED 29 DECEMBER 2024
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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REVIEW REPORT

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

ABN 25 610 937 598

DIRECTORS' REPORT AND FINANCIAL REPORT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CORPORATE DIRECTORY

DIRECTORS' REPORT

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

AUDITOR'S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

DIRECTORS' DECLARATION

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

DISCLAIMER
TERMINOLOGY

In this report, unless otherwise specified or appropriate in the context, the term “Company” refers to Michael Hill International Limited,

the term “Group” or “Michael Hill Group” refer to the Company and its subsidiaries (as appropriate), and the use of “Michael Hill”,

“Bevilles”, “TenSevenSeven” and “Medley” is reference to the relevant brand within the Michael Hill Group.

Certain statements in this report constitute forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements (other than

statements of historical fact) relating to future events and the anticipated or planned financial and operational performance of Michael

Hill International Limited and its related bodies corporate (the Group). The words “targets”, “believes”, “expects”, “aims”, “intends”,

“plans”, “seeks”, “will”, “may”, “might”, “anticipates”, “projects”, “assumes”, “forecast”, “likely”, “outlook”, “would”, “could”, “should”,

“continues”, “estimates” or similar expressions or the negatives thereof, generally identify these forward- looking statements. Other

forward-looking statements can be identified in the context in which the statements are made. Forward-looking statements include,

among other things, statements addressing matters such as the Group’s future results of operations; financial condition; working

capital, cash flows and capital expenditures; and business strategy, plans and objectives for future operations and events, including

those relating to ongoing operational and strategic reviews, sustainability targets, expansion into new markets, future product

launches, points of sale and production facilities.

Although the Group believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, they are not

guarantees or predictions of future performance or statements of fact. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown

risks, uncertainties and other important factors that could cause the Group’s actual results, performance, operations or achievements

or industry results, to differ materially from any future results, performance, operations or achievements expressed or implied by such

forward-looking statements.

Such risks, uncertainties and other important factors include, among others: global and local economic conditions; changes in market

trends and end-consumer preferences; fluctuations in the prices of raw materials, currency exchange rates, and interest rates; the

Group’s plans or objectives for future operations or products, including the ability to introduce new jewellery and non-jewellery

products; the ability to expand in existing and new markets and risks associated with doing business globally and, in particular, in

emerging markets; competition from local, national and international companies in the markets in which the Group operates; the

protection and strengthening of the Group’s intellectual property rights, including patents and trademarks; the future adequacy of the

Group’s current warehousing, logistics and information technology operations; changes in laws and regulations or any interpretation

thereof, applicable to the Group’s business; increases to the Group’s effective tax rate or other harm to the Group’s business as a result

of governmental review of the Group’s transfer pricing policies, conflicting taxation claims or changes in tax laws; and other factors

referenced to in this report.

Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialise, or should any underlying assumptions prove to be incorrect, the Group’s

actual financial condition, cash flows or results of operations could differ materially from that described herein as anticipated, believed,

estimated or expected. Accordingly, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, as there can be

no assurance the actual outcomes will not differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this report.

Except as required by applicable laws or regulations (including ASX Listing Rules), the Group does not intend, and does not assume

any obligation, to update any forward-looking statements contained herein. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking

statements attributable to us or to persons acting on the Group’s behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary

statements referred to above and contained elsewhere in this report.

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

COMPANY SECRETARY
K Palethorpe LLB (Hons), BSc (Biochemistry) (Hons), GradDipLegalPrac, GradDipACGRM

E J Hill B.Com., M.B.A.

G W Smith B.Com., F.C.A., F.A.I.C.D.

D Whittle B.A., B.Com

C Batten LLB (Hons), B.Com (appointed 30 August 2024)

D Bracken

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

CORPORATE DIRECTORY

DIRECTORS

R I Fyfe B.Eng, F.E.N.Z., C.N.Z.M. Chair

Sir R M Hill K.N.Z.M.

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MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED 1

R I Fyfe
Sir R M Hill

E J Hill

G W Smith

D Whittle

C Batten

D Bracken









*EBIT and Comparable EBIT are non-IFRS information and are unaudited. Please refer to non-IFRS information section in this report for an explanation of non-

IFRS information and a reconciliation of EBIT and Comparable EBIT.

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

DIRECTORS' REPORT

DIRECTORS

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES

LIKELY DEVELOPMENTS AND EXPECTED RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

REVIEW OF OPERATIONS

The Directors present their report on the consolidated entity (referred to hereafter as the ‘Group’) consisting of Michael Hill International Limited

ACN 610 937 598 (‘Michael Hill International’ or the ‘Company’) and all controlled subsidiaries for the half-year ended 29 December 2024. The

half-year ended 29 December 2024 is a 26-week period (1 July 2024 to 29 December 2024) compared to the half-year ended 31 December 2023

which was also a 26-week period (3 July 2023 to 31 December 2023).

The Group operates predominately in the retail sale of jewellery and related services sector in Australia, New Zealand and Canada.

There were no significant changes in the nature of the Group’s activities during the half-year ended 29 December 2024.

Information on likely developments in the Group’s operations and the expected results of operations have been included in the Review of

Operations and Strategy Update sections of this report.

The Group achieved the following key outcomes for the half-year ended 29 December 2024:

The following persons were Directors of Michael Hill International Limited during the financial period and up to the date of this report:

Group revenue was $360.2m (FY24H1: $362.7m) a decrease of 0.7% in the half, and was flat on a constant currency basis.

Comparable earnings before interest and tax (EBIT)* of $24.1m (FY24H1: $31.3m), at the upper end of previous guidance.

KEY FINANCIAL RESULTS

Group gross margin improved to 61.3% for the half, in line with previous guidance and up on FY24 of 60.6%, underpinned by product and

brand initiatives which are offsetting higher input costs and aggressive retail trading conditions. Gross margin was also enhanced by the

introduction of higher margin gifting products that increased transaction volumes for the key Christmas period.

Active inventory management delivered a $6.6m reduction to $213.2m (FY24H1: $219.8m).

Closing net debt position of $9.8m (FY24H1: $11.6m), with the business remaining committed to a reduced capital expenditure profile across

both technology and stores.

Management have deployed targeted initiatives to deliver ~$5m of cost reductions in the second half as we align resources to our strategic

priorities and trading performance.

No interim dividend was declared.

Statutory net profit after tax increased to $16.9m (FY24H1: $15.4m).

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED DIRECTORS' REPORT 2










The prevailing macroeconomic pressures continued to impact consumer sentiment and discretionary retail trading conditions throughout 2024,

with conditions in New Zealand remaining particularly challenging.

Strong digital traffic and deployment of Bevilles’ omni-channel initiatives have supported the increase in digital sales, resulting in $30.3m for the

half (FY24H1: $29.5m), and representing 8.4% of Group revenue.

Active management of inventory saw holdings reduced by $6.6m to $213.2m at the end of the half, reflecting a reduction in the store network

profile and steps taken to reduce stock holdings.

For the half, the Group delivered revenue of $360.2m, down 0.7%, and flat on a constant currency basis. Sales for the half reflected strong

business performance in the first three months, which was offset by a more challenging result in the second quarter as we cycled record prior

year sales in both October and November.

Given challenging broader economic conditions across all markets, the Group reported a decline in performance, with comparable earnings

before interest and tax of $24.1m for the half year ended 29 December 2024. This result was driven by a combination of more aggressive retail

competition, higher annualised operating costs across labour and occupancy and the ongoing challenges of raw material costs, particularly gold

pricing.

The operational segments below reflect the performance of the Group's retail operations in each geographic segment. The segments include

trading activity from our online channels presence and our Canadian in-house credit function. The segments exclude revenue and expenses that

do not relate directly to the relevant retail segments, and are treated as unallocated. These predominately relate to corporate costs and

Australian based support costs, but also include the manufacturing activities, warehouse and distribution, interest and company tax.

Gross margin started its recovery journey improving from 60.6% in FY24 to 61.3% for the half, underpinned by product and brand initiatives

which are offsetting higher input costs and aggressive retail trading conditions. Introduction of higher margin gifting products increased

transaction volumes for the key Christmas period.

For Michael Hill, seven stores were permanently closed (AU: 5, CA: 2), two stores were converted to Bevilles and one new NZ store was opened,

taking the network to 256 (AU: 128, NZ: 45, CA: 83). For the half, the Bevilles (AU) store network expanded to 38, with two additional conversion

stores. The Group network was 294 stores at the end of the half across all markets (June 2024: 300).

The results below are expressed in local currency.

With inflationary pressures impacting our operating cost base, the business took the decision in January 2025 to undertake a ~$5m cost

reduction program in the second half as we align resources to our strategic priorities and trading performance.

Australian segment up 3.8%,

Canadian segment up 6.7%, and

New Zealand segment down 1.9%.

FY25H1 - GROUP BUSINESS PERFORMANCE

SEGMENT RESULTS

The half saw the successful opening of the second MH global flagship store showcasing the new brand icons and offering an elevated instore

experience in Bourke St, Melbourne. The MH Queenstown, New Zealand store was also refurbished to incorporate this new brand identity.

OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE

CURRENT TRADING UPDATE

Digital sales have continued to grow, delivering $30.3m for the half, supported by strong traffic and deployment of Bevilles’ omni-initiatives.

MH elevated its sustainable “LAB.” diamonds to the highest quality, by introducing E colour and VVS clarity into this high growth category.

On a same store sales basis (in local currency), Canada delivered another record sales performance with +2.7% growth, Australia was up

+0.6% while New Zealand was down -7.8%, as it continued to be adversely impacted by challenging economic conditions affecting consumer

confidence, declining foot traffic, and a slower return of international shoppers.

Successful launch of the MH Pendant Bar concept, with a focus on both build-your-own and ready-to-wear gifting.

In line with our store network strategy, MH has continued to optimise its store network throughout the half, while at the same time expanding

the Bevilles’ store network to 38 stores. The Group finished the half with 294 stores (FY24H1: 302).

For the first seven weeks of FY25H2, Group sales were up 1.7%, and Group same stores were up 3.2% on prior year. For same stores sales (in

local currency):

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED DIRECTORS' REPORT 3

29 December 31 December
20242023

204,730 202,286

123,935 122,605

60.5%60.6%

22,512 25,626

11.0%12.7%

29 December 31 December

20242023

90,682 88,588

55,108 54,008

60.8%61.0%

13,672 13,895

15.1%15.7%

29 December 31 December

20242023

60,548 65,402

35,690 39,176

58.9%59.9%

9,446 10,124

15.6%15.5%

During the half, the business has remained committed to a reduced capital expenditure profile across both technology and stores, resulting in a

closing net debt position of $9.8m. As a proactive capital management measure to support seasonal working capital requirements for Christmas

trade, the existing $90m debt facility has been increased for the four-month period from 15 September 2025 by $20m (September 2024: $40m).

This lower funding requirement for the upcoming year reflects disciplined balance sheet management across cash, inventory and capital

expenditure.

Gross margin for the half was 58.9%.

HALF-YEAR ENDED

Retail segment revenue increased by 1.2% to $204.7m for the half (with five fewer stores), and increased by 0.6% on a same store basis,

underpinned by positive growth in the Michael Hill brand.

Retail segment revenue decreased by 7.4% to NZ$60.5m for the half, and decreased by 7.8% on a same store sales basis. Despite the focus and

effort from the business, external economic factors continue to present challenging retail conditions in New Zealand. An internal strategic review

of our New Zealand segment is underway as we navigate the cyclical downturn in the economy, leverage the brand’s heritage and re-establish

the profitability of this segment.

HALF-YEAR ENDED

Gross margin for the half was 60.5%.

The Australian store network finished the half with 166 stores, including 38 Bevilles stores (FY24H1: 171 including 30 Bevilles stores).

OPERATING RESULTS (AU $'000)

Gross margin

Comparable EBIT

Comparable EBIT as a % of revenue

CAPITAL MANAGEMENT

Comparable EBIT as a % of revenue

During the half year, one store opened, resulting in 45 stores at the end of the half (FY24H1: 46).

Given compressed earnings in FY25H1, and in conjunction with a commitment to prudent investment in operating and capital expenditure in

FY25, the Board has decided that no interim dividend will be declared for FY25H1.

AUSTRALIA RETAIL PERFORMANCE (INCLUDING BEVILLES)

Revenue

Comparable EBIT as a % of revenue

Retail segment revenue increased by 2.4% to CA$90.7m for the half, and increased by 2.7% on a same store basis. This result is a credit to the

Canadian team, resulting in yet another record performance, especially considering the continuing challenges in the local economy, and

indicates the business is taking market share.

Gross profit

Revenue

Gross profit

Gross margin

CANADA RETAIL PERFORMANCE

HALF-YEAR ENDED

OPERATING RESULTS (CA $'000)

Revenue

Gross profit

Gross margin

Comparable EBIT

Gross margin for the half was 60.8%.

NEW ZEALAND RETAIL PERFORMANCE

OPERATING RESULTS (NZ $'000)

Comparable EBIT

During the half, two stores closed, resulting in 83 stores at the end of the half (FY24H1: 85).

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED DIRECTORS' REPORT 4




Even though market conditions continue to be challenging, the business remains committed to its multi-brand Group strategy, and the four

phases of the Group strategy, the path to 2030, as articulated in February 2024 and our FY24 Annual Report.

With the Michael Hill Group multi-brand strategy now in place, the business is firmly focused on the third phase, reinforcing that each brand is

uniquely positioned for different segments and price propositions, and with their own strategic priorities.

Bevilles

Following the acquisition, the store network expanded into the new territory of Queensland, with five new stores and two conversion stores. This

was accompanied by three new stores and two conversion stores in existing territories, increasing the total store network to 38 stores (FY24H1:

30). In FY24H2, the Bevilles operations transitioned to Group operational IT systems, and relocated its Melbourne head office and distribution

centre to Brisbane.

During FY25H1, the business delivered highly engaging discount-led promotions to capture customers in the value segment and expand brand

awareness. Given the current cost-of-living pressures in Australia, the value segment of the market was highly competitive with extensive retail

promotional activity. The business sourced new product engineered to deliver higher gross margin to counter the required level of promotional

activity.

GROUP STRATEGY, THE PATH TO 2030

PRODUCT & BRAND PROPOSITION, 2024 - 2025

Michael Hill

Successfully launched its new Pendant Bar concept, with a focus on both build-your-own and ready-to-wear gifting, which provided a unique

proposition in our markets.

In FY24Q4, the complete refresh of the Michael Hill brand was revealed, delivering a new elevated aesthetic across all brand assets, colour

palette and logos. Elements of the new brand assets were gradually brought to life across digital platforms, stores and consumer packaging.

This also saw a new global flagship store come to life in Chadstone, the most premium centre in the Australian market. The new store

incorporated all aspects of the new brand product and proposition, with a new high value product offering, elevated in-store experience, and

private selling spaces. To coincide with the brand refresh, and our first flagship store of the future, Michael Hill partnered with its first ever global

Brand Ambassador, Miranda Kerr. Her timeless elegance resonates in all our markets. Simultaneously, new key product offerings such as the

signature lock range and the exclusive cut 101 facet diamond collection were launched.

During FY25H1, the business continued to embrace the aspirational brand positioning, that being "aspirational and yet accessible", with the

successful opening of its second global flagship store showcasing our new brand icons and offering an elevated instore experience in Bourke St,

Melbourne. In addition, the Queenstown, New Zealand store was refurbished to incorporate this new brand identity.

Prior to the all-important Christmas trading period, the business:

Introduced a range of higher margin gifting products to drive transaction volumes for the key Christmas period.

Elevated our sustainable Laboratory Grown Diamonds to the highest quality, introducing E colour and VVS clarity into this high growth

category, so that Michael Hill represents the very best in market.

These initiatives demonstrate that the business is continuing its product evolution and tactical introduction of newness, with a focus on quality,

innovation and sustainability.

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED DIRECTORS' REPORT 5

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3.





Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA)

Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT)

Comparable EBIT

NON-IFRS FINANCIAL INFORMATION

This report contains certain non-IFRS financial measures of historical financial performance. Non-IFRS financial measures are financial

measures other than those defined or specified under all relevant accounting standards. The measures therefore may not be directly

comparable with other companies' measures. Many of the measures used are common practice in the industry in which the Group operates. Non-

IFRS financial information should be considered in addition to, and is not intended to be a substitute for, or more important than, IFRS measures.

The presentation of non-IFRS measures is in line with Regulatory Guide 230 issued by Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)

to promote full and clear disclosure for investors and other users of financial information, and minimise the possibility of those users being

misled by such information.

The measures are used by management and directors for the purpose of assessing the financial performance of the Group and individual

segments. The directors also believe that these non-IFRS measures assist in providing additional meaningful information on the drivers of the

business, performance and trends, as well as the position of the Group. Non-IFRS financial measures are also used to enhance the comparability

of information between reporting periods by adjusting for non-recurring or controllable factors which affect IFRS measures, to aid the user in

understanding the Group's performance. Consequently, non-IFRS measures are used by the Directors and management for performance

analysis, planning, reporting and incentive setting. These measures are not subject to audit.

Significant item

The non-IFRS measures used in describing the business performance include:

NETWORK EXPANSION & PRODUCTIVITY, 2026 - 2030

With each brand uniquely positioned for their target customer segments, and with both product and brand propositions established, the Group

will be well-placed to grow revenue and profits through a more productive and expanded distribution network. The opportunity remains for the

Bevilles network to grow in the value segment, as the Michael Hill brand continues to optimise its store network, embed its elevated brand

proposition and attract new target customers.

Since acquisition, the Bevilles business has undergone a significant transformation as it expanded into a new territory, opened 12 stores,

transitioned to new IT systems and relocated its Head Office/Distribution centre to Brisbane. The Bevilles business is now focused on instilling

core retail fundamentals with the team, articulating a clear brand identity to our customers, and continuing to create brand awareness through

highly engaging marketing. Furthermore, the team are focused on re-establishing the brand’s dominance in its core and everyday value product

offering with a more productive and streamlined product range to increase disruption in the value jewellery segment.

Internal strategic review of New Zealand to improve performance

Reinforce retail fundamentals, brand identity and awareness of the Bevilles brand, in preparation for expansion

Over the next 12 months, the Group’s primary focus is on margin recovery and building a strong foundation for sustainable growth, underpinned

by the following three key strategic priorities:

The business will continue focusing on repositioning the Michael Hill brand across all markets, with our product and our people as the key

enablers. Product newness and quality are the cornerstone of an aspirational brand positioning. As an example, the business is introducing a

new Canadian diamond range which is ethically sourced and renowned for their exceptional quality. This will further bolster our Canadian

segment, and expand our product offering in Australia and New Zealand. Along with our standard cadence of product newness, the business

will maintain its focus on margin enhancing product initiatives.

Our New Zealand segment has suffered due to the economic downturn in New Zealand. An internal strategic review has commenced to ensure

our New Zealand business is well-placed to dominate the jewellery market as the economy recovers.

Strategic Priorities

Our people are core to our business, and the continual investment in development, upskilling and training is an important lever to ensure our

people align with the repositioned Michael Hill brand. It is particularly important that our people have in-depth product knowledge to guide our

customers with their milestone moment purchases.

Embedding the repositioning of the Michael Hill brand across all markets

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED DIRECTORS' REPORT 6

29 December 31 December
20242023

32,364

28,800

64

2,702

-

1,058

696

-

272205

(6,280)(5,509)

(3,031)

4,000

24,08531,256

Comparable EBIT has been calculated as follows:

HALF-YEAR ENDED

COMPARABLE EBIT

21 February 2025

Comparable EBIT

Less items relating to:

Reported EBIT

AUDITOR'S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION

ROUNDING OF AMOUNTS

A copy of the auditor's independence declaration as required under section 307C of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) is included in this report.

Litigation judgement

Add back costs relating to:

Impact of IFRIC SaaS-related guidance

Bevilles acquisition transaction costs

Bevilles integration costs

Employee restructure costs

Impact of AASB16 Leases

The Group is of a kind referred to in ASIC Legislative Instrument 2016/191, relation to the 'rounding off' of amounts in the financial statements.

Amounts in the financial statements have been rounded off in accordance with the instrument to the nearest thousand dollars, or in certain

cases, the nearest dollar.

The report is made on 21 February 2025 in accordance with a resolution of Directors.

R I Fyfe

Chair

Brisbane

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED DIRECTORS' REPORT 7

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NOTES
29 December 31 December

20242023

$'000$'000

2360,169 362,688

1,335 4,422

(139,282) (139,646)

(93,277) (93,816)

(8,911)(7,946)

(23,246) (22,500)

(13,685)(13,131)

(209)(202)

(31,720) (32,038)

(218)(85)

(7,049) (15,834)

(11,436)(12,974)

Finance expenses(8,720)(7,080)

Profit before income tax23,751 21,858

(6,889)(6,464)

16,862 15,394

NOTES

29 December 31 December

20242023

Other comprehensive income

$'000$'000

977 (1,234)

977 (1,234)

17,839 14,160

17,839 14,160

NOTES

29 December 31 December

20242023

cents

cents

4.38 4.02

4.31 3.95

Profit for the half-year

Depreciation and amortisation expense

Loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment

Administrative expenses

Other expenses

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS

AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

The above Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

Earnings per share for profit attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the Company:

HALF-YEAR ENDED

Revenue from contracts with customers

Other income

Cost of goods sold

Employee benefits expense

Occupancy costs

Marketing expenses

Selling expenses

Impairment of property, plant and equipment and other assets

Income tax expense

Diluted earnings per share

HALF-YEAR ENDED

Other comprehensive income for the half-year, net of tax

Currency translation differences arising during the half-year

Item that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss:

HALF-YEAR ENDED

Total comprehensive income for the half-year

Total comprehensive income for the half-year is attributable to:

Owners of Michael Hill International Limited

Basic earnings per share

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE HALF-YEAR ENDED 29 DECEMBER 2024 9

NOTESAS ATAS ATAS AT
29 December 31 December 30 June

202420232024

$'000$'000$'000

27,571 22,780 20,174

414,258 19,101 14,803

213,161 219,845 195,785

3,191 1,375 704

21,033 784 557

6,133 7,033 7,576

265,347 270,918 239,599

41,327 1,306 990

3126,707 136,629 133,988

557,882 60,342 59,707

656,396 56,552 57,803

49,492 50,413 52,507

2199 318 251

287 359 399

292,290 305,919 305,645

557,637 576,837 545,244

493,092 85,563 68,135

339,658 40,617 40,278

220,427 21,341 19,616

712,293 13,375 13,114

1,349 5,146 812

272 257 236

1,194 1,814 2,851

168,285 168,113 145,042

3106,763 113,875 114,303

253,626 59,612 52,955

37,400 34,400 58,900

76,822 8,608 7,163

- 2,557 -

204,611 219,052 233,321

372,896 387,165 378,363

184,741 189,672 166,881

812,826 11,132 12,763

833 1,714 (102)

171,082 176,826 154,220

184,741 189,672 166,881

Total equity

Contributed equity

Reserves

Retained profits

Total non-current assets

Total assets

Total current liabilities

Total non-current liabilities

Total liabilities

Net assets

Lease liabilities

Contract liabilities

Borrowings

Provisions

Deferred consideration

Deferred tax assets

Contract assets

Other non-current assets

Trade and other payables

Lease liabilities

Contract liabilities

Provisions

Current tax liabilities

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

ASSETS

Current assets

Cash and cash equivalents

Total current assets

Trade and other receivables

Inventories

Current tax receivables

Contract assets

Other current assets

The above Consolidated Statement of Financial Position should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

Non-current assets

Current liabilities

Non-current liabilities

LIABILITIES

EQUITY

Trade and other receivables

Right-of-use assets

Property, plant and equipment

Intangible assets

Deferred revenue

Deferred consideration

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE HALF-YEAR ENDED 29 DECEMBER 2024 10

NOTES
CONTRIBUTED

EQUITY

SHARE BASED

PAYMENTS

RESERVE

FOREIGN

CURRENCY

TRANSLATION

RESERVE

RETAINED

PROFITS

TOTAL

EQUITY

$'000$'000$'000$'000$'000

11,1122,56247174,894188,615

Profit for the half-year- - - 15,39415,394

Currency translation differences


- - (1,234)- (1,234)

Total comprehensive income for the half-year


- - (1,234)15,39414,160

Transactions with members in their capacity as owners:

Dividends paid/provided

9 - - - (13,462)

(13,462)

Issue of share capital on exercise of share rights

8 20(20)- -

-

Share-based payments expense

- 359- -

359

20339- (13,462)(13,103)

11,1322,901(1,187)176,826189,672

12,7631,078(1,180)154,220166,881

Profit for the half-year- - - 16,86216,862

Currency translation differences- - 977- 977

Total comprehensive income for the half-year- - 97716,86217,839

Issue of share capital on exercise of share rights8 63(63)- - -

Transfer option reserve on forfeiture of vested options(17)(17)

Share-based payments expense- 38- - 38

63(42)- - 21

Balance at 29 December 202412,8261,036(203)171,082184,741

Attributable to owners of

Michael Hill International Limited

Balance at 2 July 2023

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

The above Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

Balance at 31 December 2023

Balance at 30 June 2024

Transactions with members in their capacity as owners:

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE HALF-YEAR ENDED 29 DECEMBER 2024 11

NOTES 29 December 31 December
20242023

$'000$'000

413,832 410,437

(324,189) (358,788)

89,643 51,649

(9)138

1,228 1,439

(2,930)(1,748)

3 (5,523)(5,172)

(6,563) (10,543)

(18,152)(13,721)

57,694 22,042

144 4

5 (5,295) (12,949)

6 (869)(4,461)

(6,020) (17,406)

38,400 100,400

(59,900) (66,000)

3 (22,851)(23,711)

9 - (13,462)

(44,351)(2,773)

7,323 1,863

20,174 20,867

74 50

27,571 22,780

Repayment of borrowings

Principal portion of lease payments

Dividends paid to Company's shareholders

Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the half-year

Net cash outflow from financing activities

Net increase in cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the financial year

Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

Payments for intangible assets

Net cash outflow from investing activities

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES

Proceeds from borrowings

Interest paid

Leasing interest paid

Income tax paid

Net GST and sales taxes paid

Payments for property, plant and equipment

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

The above Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

HALF-YEAR ENDED

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES

Receipts from customers (inclusive of GST and sales taxes)

Payments to suppliers and employees (inclusive of GST and sales taxes)

Interest received

Net cash inflow from operating activities

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES

Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment

Other revenue received

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE HALF-YEAR ENDED 29 DECEMBER 2024 12

1
2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

1

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

SEGMENT INFORMATION

MAJOR CUSTOMERS

NOTE OVERVIEW

Financial assets and liabilities

Property, plant and equipment

Intangible assets

Provisions

Contributed equity

Dividends

Commitments

Events occuring after the end of the reporting period

Summary of accounting policies and significant estimates and judgements

Segment information

Revenue

The Group's operations are in three geographical segments: Australia, New Zealand and Canada.

Leases

The amounts provided to the Board and Executive Management team in respect of total assets and liabilities are measured in a manner consistent

with the financial statements. These reports do not allocate total assets or total liabilities based on the operations of each segment or by geographical

location.

Management have determined the operating segments based on the reports reviewed by the Board and Executive Management team (chief

operating decision makers (CODM)) that are used to make strategic decisions. The Board and Executive Management team consider, organise and

manage the business primarily from a geographic perspective, being the country of origin where the sale and service was performed.

The segment disclosures are prepared excluding the impact of AASB16 Leases and IFRIC SaaS guidance. An adjustment column representing

these entries has been included for the purposes of reconciliation to statutory results.

TYPES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

The Corporate and other segment includes revenue and expenses that do not relate directly to the relevant Michael Hill Group retail segments. These

predominately relate to refining income, head office staff sales, corporate costs and Australian based support costs, but also include manufacturing

activities, warehouse and distribution, interest and company tax. Inter-segment pricing is at arm's length or market value and inter-segment revenue

is eliminated on consolidation.

Michael Hill International Limited and its controlled entities sell goods and provide services to a number of customers from which revenue is derived.

There is no single customer from which the Group derives more than 10% of total consolidated revenue.

Michael Hill International Limited and its controlled entities operate predominately in the sale of jewellery and related services.

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE HALF-YEAR ENDED 29 DECEMBER 2024 13

AustraliaCanadaNew ZealandCorporate &
other

Group pre-

adjustments

AdjustmentsGroup

$'000 $'000 $'000$'000$'000$'000$'000

204,730 99,491 55,042 906 360,169 - 360,169

123,935 60,455 32,445 4,052 220,887 - 220,887

60.5% 60.8% 58.9%61.3%61.3%

28,592 18,635 10,439 (17,833)39,833 24,251 64,084

(6,807) (3,590) (1,866) (1,422)(13,685)(18,035) (31,720)

21,785 15,045 8,573 (19,255)26,148 6,216 32,364

10.6%15.1% 15.6%7.3%9.0%

11 --96 107 -107

(141)-- (3,056)(3,197)(5,523) (8,720)

21,655 15,045 8,573 (22,215)23,058 693 23,751

(6,889)

16,862

space

AustraliaCanadaNew ZealandCorporate &

other

Group pre-

adjustments

AdjustmentsGroup

$'000 $'000 $'000$'000$'000$'000$'000

202,286 100,106 60,577 (281)362,688 - 362,688

122,605 61,058 36,283 3,096 223,042 - 223,042

60.6%61.0% 59.9%61.5%61.5%

31,393 19,473 11,139 (22,967)39,038 21,800 60,838

(6,235) (3,844) (1,759) (1,207)(13,045)(18,993) (32,038)

25,158 15,629 9,380 (24,174)25,993 2,807 28,800

12.4%15.6% 15.5%7.2%7.9%

30 --108 138 -138

(130)-(2) (1,776)(1,908)(5,172) (7,080)

25,058 15,629 9,378 (25,842)24,223 (2,365) 21,858

(6,464)

15,394

2

space

space

29 December 31 December

space

20242023

space

$'000$'000

344,535 347,711

14,678 14,118

285 288

671 571

360,169 362,688

Half-year ended 29 December 2024

Operating revenue

Gross profit

Gross margin

EBITDA*

Depreciation and amortisation

Segment EBIT*

EBIT as a % of revenue

Interest income

Finance costs

Net profit before tax

Income tax expense

Net profit after tax

Net profit after tax

Revenue from sale of goods and repair services

Revenue from Professional Care Plans (PCP)

Interest and other revenue from in-house customer finance program

EBIT as a % of revenue

Interest income

Finance costs

Net profit before tax

Income tax expense

Total revenue from contracts with customers

*EBIT and EBITDA are non-IFRS information and is unaudited. Please refer to non-IFRS information in the Directors' Report for an explanation of non-IFRS information and

a reconciliation of EBIT to statutory results.

REVENUE

HALF-YEAR ENDED

Half-year ended 31 December 2023

Operating revenue

Gross profit

Gross margin

EBITDA*

Depreciation and amortisation

Segment EBIT*

Revenue from Lifetime Diamond Warranty (LTDW)

SEGMENT RESULTS

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE HALF-YEAR ENDED 29 DECEMBER 2024 14

AustraliaCanadaNew ZealandCorporate &
other

Total

$'000$'000$'000$'000$'000

196,232 94,879 52,519 905 344,535

8,499 4,612 2,523 - 15,634

204,731 99,491 55,042 905 360,169

AustraliaCanadaNew ZealandCorporate &

other

Total

$'000$'000$'000$'000$'000

194,545 95,498 57,983 (315) 347,711

7,741 4,608 2,594 34 14,977

202,286 100,106 60,577 (281) 362,688

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AS ATAS AT

29 December30 June

20242024

$'000$'000

920 426

312 382

1,232 808

space

66,055 66,041

5,939 5,652

2,059 878

74,053 72,571

3

AS ATAS AT

29 December30 June

20242024

$'000$'000

Right-of-use assets353,514 336,399

Less: Accumulated depreciation(226,807) (202,411)

126,707 133,988

space

AS ATAS AT

29 December30 June

20242024

$'000$'000

39,658 40,278

106,763 114,303

146,421 154,581

space

LEASES

space

Right of return assets

Deferred PCP bonuses

Total contract assets

Non-current

space

space

RIGHT-OF-USE ASSETS

LEASE LIABILITIES

Current

Half-year ended 29 December 2024

Timing of revenue recognition

At a point in time

Over time

Deferred service revenue - PCP

Deferred service revenue - Lifetime Diamond Warranty

Right of return liabilities

Total contract liabilities

The Group derives revenue from the transfer of goods and services over time and at a point in time in the following geographical regions:

DISAGGREGATION OF REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS

ASSETS AND LIABILITIES RELATED TO CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS

Half-year ended 31 December 2023

Timing of revenue recognition

At a point in time

Over time

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE HALF-YEAR ENDED 29 DECEMBER 2024 15

Right-of-use
assets

Lease

liabilities

$'000$'000

133,988 154,581

14,591 14,626

799 (147)

(22,883)-

-5,523

- (28,374)

212 212

126,707 146,421

space

4

space

AS ATAS AT

space

29 December30 June

space

20242024

$'000$'000

Trade and other receivables15,585 15,793

Trade and other payables93,092 68,135

5

space

6

space

7

AS ATAS AT

29 December30 June

CurrentNon-currentTotalCurrentNon-currentTotal

$'000 $'000$'000$'000$'000$'000

Employee benefits10,118 2,231 12,349 9,932 2,195 12,127

Assurance-type warranties1,893 -1,893 2,222 -2,222

Make good provision282 4,591 4,873 597 4,968 5,565

Restructuring costs---363 -363

12,293 6,822 19,115 13,114 7,163 20,277

space

space

FINANCIAL ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

AMOUNTS RECOGNISED IN THE CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

FINANCIAL ASSETS AT AMORTISED COST

Balance as at 1 July 2024

Additions

Lease modifications agreed during the half-year

Depreciation and amortisation expense

Interest expense

Lease repayments

Foreign currency translation

Balance as at 29 December 2024

space

Set out below is an overview of financial assets and liabilities, other than cash and short-term deposits, held by the Group as at 29 December 2024

and 30 June 2024:

Acquisitions and disposals

Assets with a net book value of $362,000 were disposed by the Group during the 26 weeks ended 29 December 2024 (31 December 2023: $89,000),

resulting in a net loss on disposal of $218,000 (31 December 2023: $85,000).

Acquisitions and disposals

During the 26 weeks ended 29 December 2024, the Group internally generated and acquired, primarily software development, with a total cost of

$869,000 (31 December 2023: $4,461,000).

FINANCIAL LIABILITIES AT AMORTISED COST

PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

During the 26 weeks ended 29 December 2024, the Group acquired assets with a total cost of $5,295,000 (31 December 2023: $12,949,000).

20242024

INTANGIBLE ASSETS

PROVISIONS

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE HALF-YEAR ENDED 29 DECEMBER 2024 16

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Total

MOVEMENTS IN ORDINARY SHARES

$'000

379,688,884 11,112

4,935,079 20

384,623,963 11,132

space

384,623,963 12,763

128,995 63

384,752,958 12,826

space

9

29 December 31 December

20242023

Ordinary shares

$'000 $'000

- 13,462

-6,731

- 20,193

10

space

Within one

year

One to five yearsGreater than

five years

Total

space

$'000$'000$'000$'000

Future lease payments for these non-cancellable lease contracts

310 2,857 2,681 5,848

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11

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DIVIDENDS

No interim dividend was declared with respect to year end 29 June 2025 (30 June 2024: AU 1.75 cents)

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Balance at 1 July 2024

Rights converted

Balance at 29 December 2024

HALF-YEAR ENDED

The following sets out the various lease contracts that the Group has entered into and have yet to commence as at 29 December 2024.

No other matters or circumstances have occurred subsequent to half-year end that has significantly affected, or may significantly affect, the

operations of the Group, the results of those operations or the state of affairs of the Group or economic entity in subsequent financial years.

No final dividend was declared with respect to the year ended 30 June 2024 (2 July 2023: AU 3.5 cents)

COMMITMENTS

EVENTS OCCURING AFTER THE END OF THE REPORTING PERIOD

Number of

shares

CONTRIBUTED EQUITY

Balance at 3 July 2023

Rights converted

Balance at 31 December 2023

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE HALF-YEAR ENDED 29 DECEMBER 2024 17

12
(A)

(B)

(C)

The areas involving a higher degree of judgement or complexity and the estimates and assumptions applied are consistent

with those disclosed in the annual report for the year ended 30 June 2024.

Several other amendments and interpretations apply for the first time in the period, but do not have an impact on the consolidated financial

statements of the Group. The Group has not early adopted any standards, interpretations or amendments that have been issued but are not yet

effective.

The consolidated financial statements of Michael Hill International Limited and its subsidiaries (collectively, the Group) for the half-year ended 29

December 2024 have been prepared in accordance with Accounting Standard AASB134 Interim Financial Reporting and the Corporations Act 2001

(Cth).

These consolidated financial statements do not include all the notes of the type normally included in an annual financial report. Accordingly, this

report is to be read in conjunction with the annual report for the year ended 30 June 2024 and any public announcements made by Michael Hill

International Limited during the interim reporting period in accordance with the continuous disclosure requirements of the Corporations Act 2001

(Cth), ASX Listing Rules and NZX Listing Rules.

Michael Hill International Limited (the Company) is a for profit company limited by shares, incorporated and domiciled in Australia, whose shares are

publicly traded. The Group’s principal activity is the sale of jewellery and related services.

The financial statements have been prepared on a historical cost basis, except for assets held for sale that have been measured at fair value. The

consolidated financial statements provide comparative information in respect of the previous period.

The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the consolidated interim financial statements of the Group are consistent with those of the

previous financial year. These policies have been consistently applied to both periods presented, unless otherwise stated. Where necessary,

comparative information has been restated to conform with changes in presentation in the current year.

For reporting purposes, the Group adopts a weekly 'retail calendar' closing each Sunday. The current 26 week reporting period ended on 29

December 2024.

Due to the seasonal nature of selling jewellery and related services, higher revenues and operating profits are usually expected in the first half of the

financial year. Accordingly, inventory levels and working capital levels are higher at the end of the first half of the financial year rather than at the end

of the financial year. A comparative half-year balance sheet has been included in the consolidated statement of financial position. This information is

provided to allow for a better understanding of the results. However, management has concluded that this is not 'highly seasonal’ in accordance with

AASB134.

These consolidated financial statements of Michael Hill International Limited and its subsidiaries (collectively, the Group) for the 26 weeks ended 29

December 2024 were authorised for issue in accordance with a resolution of directors on 21 February 2025.

The preparation of financial statements requires the use of accounting estimates which, by definition, will seldom equal the actual results.

Management also needs to exercise judgement in applying the Group’s accounting policies. Estimates and judgements are continually evaluated and

are based on historical experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the

circumstances. The estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and

liabilities within the next financial year are consistent with those disclosed in the annual report for the year ended 30 June 2024.

SUMMARY OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND SIGNIFICANT ESTIMATES AND JUDGEMENTS

BASIS OF PREPARATION

CHANGES IN ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND DISCLOSURES

SIGNIFICANT ESTIMATES AND JUDGEMENTS

MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE HALF-YEAR ENDED 29 DECEMBER 2024 18

DIRECTORS' DECLARATION
(a)

(i)

(ii)

(b)

R I Fyfe

Chair

Brisbane

21 February 2025

there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debts as and when they become

due and payable.

The directors declare that in their opinion:

This declaration is made on 21 February 2025 in accordance with a resolution of the directors.

the financial statements and notes are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001, including:

complying with Accounting Standard AASB 134 Interim Financial Reporting and the Corporations

Regulations 2001; and

giving a true and fair view of the consolidated entity's financial position as at 29 December 2024 and of its

performance for the half-year ended on that date; and

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Michael Hill International limited

Conclusion

We have reviewed the accompanying half-year financial report of Michael Hill International Limited

(the Company) and its subsidiaries (collectively the Group), which comprises the consolidated

statement of financial position as at 29 December 2024, the consolidated statement of

comprehensive income, consolidated statement of changes in equity and consolidated statement of

cash flows for the half-year ended on that date, notes comprising a summary of material accounting

policies and other explanatory information, and the directors’ declaration.

Based on our review, which is not an audit, we have not become aware of any matter that makes us

believe that the half-year financial report of the Group does not comply with the Corporations Act

2001, including:

a. Giving a true and fair view of the consolidated financial position of the Group as at 29 December

2024 and of its consolidated financial performance for the half-year ended on that date; and

b. Complying with Accounting Standard AASB 134 Interim Financial Reporting and the Corporations

Regulations 2001.

Basis for conclusion

We conducted our review in accordance with ASRE 2410 Review of a Financial Report Performed by

the Independent Auditor of the Entity (ASRE 2410). Our responsibilities are further described in the

Auditor’s responsibilities for the review of the half-year financial report section of our report. We are

independent of the Group in accordance with the auditor independence requirements of the

Corporations Act 2001 and the ethical requirements of the Accounting Professional and Ethical

Standards Board’s APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (including Independence

Standards) (the Code) that are relevant to our audit of the annual financial report in Australia. We

have also fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the Code.

Directors’ responsibilities for the half-year financial report

The directors of the Company are responsible for the preparation of the half-year financial report that

gives a true and fair view in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and the Corporations

Act 2001 and for such internal control as the directors determine is necessary to enable the

preparation of the half-year financial report that gives a true and fair view and is free from material

misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

Auditor’s responsibilities for the review of the half-year financial report

Our responsibility is to express a conclusion on the half-year financial report based on our review.

ASRE 2410 requires us to conclude whether we have become aware of any matter that makes us

believe that the half-year financial report is not in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001

including giving a true and fair view of the Group’s financial position as at 29 December 2024 and its

performance for the half-year ended on that date, and complying with Accounting Standard AASB 134

Interim Financial Reporting and the Corporations Regulations 2001.

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A review of a half-year financial report consists of making enquiries, primarily of persons responsible

for financial and accounting matters, and applying analytical and other review procedures. A review is

substantially less in scope than an audit conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards

and consequently does not enable us to obtain assurance that we would become aware of all

significant matters that might be identified in an audit. Accordingly, we do not express an audit

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Brisbane

21 February 2025

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