As noted on 14 October 2013, this notice is to advise that Contact Energy has concluded its Retail Fixed Rate Bonds buyback program. Origin Energy holds 53.09% of quoted ordinary shares in Contact Energy Limited.
The following information is provided in accordance with NZSX Listing Rule 7.12.1:
| Class of securities issued | Retail Fixed Rate Bonds (CEN010) |
| ISIN | NZCENDT001C0 |
| Total number of securities acquired | 3,905,000 Bonds |
| Total consideration for securities acquired | $4,004,934.65 |
| Payment in cash | Yes |
| Any amount paid up (if not in full) | Paid in full |
| Percentage of total class acquired | 0.73% |
| Reasons for the acquisition | Under the retail bond buyback programme |
| Specific authority for the acquisition | Directors’ Resolution |
| Any terms or details of the acquisition | Not Applicable |
| Total number of securities after acquisition | 534,117,000 Bonds |
| Date of acquistion | 19 December 2013 |
| Intention for Bonds acquired | Cancellation |
With this final disclosure notice, Contact advises the closure of the current CEN010 buyback programme.
Paul Ridley-Smith
General Counsel
