The Hone Tuwhare Trust
Feasibility Study for the Redevelopment of the Hone Tuwhare Crib (Kaka Point)
11 December 2014
Confidential
Prepared for: The Hone Tuwhare Trust
Prepared by: Heta Hudson, Principal, Business Performance
Audit | Tax | Advisory
Contents
1 Purpose ...... 1 1.1 Purpose ...... 1 1.2 Report Use...... 2 1.3 Disclaimer ...... 2 2 Executive Summary ...... 3 2.1 Our Findings ...... 3 2.2 Key Areas to Support this Business Case ...... 3 3 Approach ...... 5 3.1 Our Approach ...... 5 4 A Writers Perspective – Evidence of Need ...... 6 4.1 Provision of Writing Residencies for New Zealanders ...... 6 4.2 Summary ...... 10 5 Financial Analysis ...... 11 5.1 Overview and Assumptions ...... 11 5.2 Revenue Model ...... 12 5.3 Endowment Fund ...... 13 5.4 Project Development ...... 13 6 Sensitivity Analysis...... 14 6.1 Overview ...... 14 7 Operating Risks and Opportunities ...... 15 7.1 Operating Risks ...... 15 7.1.1 Legal and Regulatory Risk ...... 15 7.1.2 Financial Risk ...... 15 7.1.3 Managing Construction Project ...... 15 7.1.4 Maintenance Costs ...... 15 7.2 Trust Operating Opportunities...... 15 7.2.1 Workshops ...... 15 7.2.2 Fundraisers ...... 15 8 Governance & Structure of the Trust...... 16 8.1 Governance ...... 16 9 Conclusion ...... 18
APPENDICES Appendix 1: Profit & Loss Projections and Balance Sheet & Cashflow Statements.
1 Purpose
1.1 Purpose
The Hone Tuwhare Charitable Trust (the Trust) was formed in 2010, under the kaupapa of “…inspiring people through the preservation, promotion and celebration of Hone’s legacy’”
The Trust’s objectives are stated as follows: To purchase and restore Hone Tuwhare’s crib at Kaka Point, South Otago, for use as a writer’s residency — the first to be established in the home of a Maori writer. To create a visitors centre that will be open to the public and available for school visits etc. To support the development of resources for schools and kura kaupapa Maori, in English and Maori, covering poetry, writing, self-expression and Hone’s life and work. To initiate events that celebrate Hone’s contribution to the arts in New Zealand. For example, an out-door concert on Hone’s birthday, performances of his plays, poetry in schools etc.
It is important to note, that while the writer’s residency will be located in South Otago, it is the intention of the Trust that the residency will have a nationwide and international focus.
The Trustees have resolved that an opportunity exists for the establishment of a writer’s residency at Hone Tuwhare’s crib on Kaka Point, South Otago. The Trust is in the process of planning a redevelopment of the site to: Renovate and restore Hone Tuwhare’s crib and grounds situated at Kaka Point; Design and build a residency and visitor education centre; and Establish a residency programme for writers, film makers, musicians, visual artists and curators amongst others.
The purpose of this feasibility study is threefold: 1. To investigate the financial viability of the project based on the proposed designs; 2. Provide the Trustees with an independently-prepared report that identifies any significant risk factors; 3. Provide the Trustees with a financial model that allows for sensitivity analysis and scenario testing.
A financial model was developed to determine the cashflow requirements of the Trust and to determine the on-going financial viability of the development. The underlying methodology behind the model was tested for sensitivity to determine the financial risks and how these may impact on the Trust.
Based on new facility designs and initial costings prepared by Pearson & Associates Architects Limited (Pearson & Associates) and Stan Scott, Building Consultant, Mitre 10 (New Zealand) Limited, we estimate the project to have a capital cost of approximately $775,000 (including GST). We understand that the capital will be raised from grants, private investors and potential strategic partners.
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1.2 Report Use
The findings from our feasibility study that we conducted on behalf of the Trust, have been reported to you solely for the purposes of establishing the feasibility of the project, and highlighting any potential issues that may be of relevance to you in connection with your decision-making processes.
Crowe Horwath (NZ) Limited (“Crowe Horwath”) accept no responsibility for any reliance that may be placed on this report, should it be used by any party or for any purpose that has not been expressly agreed upon in writing by Crowe Horwath.
In preparing our report, we have relied upon and assumed, without independent verification, the accuracy and completeness of all information as furnished to us by the Trust and the Project Managers. We have evaluated that information through analysis, enquiry and examination for the purposes of performing our financial analysis. However, we have not verified the accuracy or completeness of any such information nor conducted an appraisal of any assets. We have not carried out any form of due diligence or audit on the accounting or other records of the Trust. We do not warrant that our enquiries will identify or reveal any matter which an audit, due diligence review or extensive examination might disclose.
1.3 Disclaimer
Our report has been prepared with care and diligence and the statements and conclusions in our report have been given in good faith and in the belief, on reasonable grounds, that such statements and conclusions are not false or misleading. However, in no way will we guarantee or otherwise warrant that any forecasts of future surpluses, cashflows or financial position of the Trust will be achieved. Forecasts are inherently uncertain. They are predictions of future events which cannot be assured. They are based upon assumptions, some of which are beyond the control of the Trust and its management team. Actual results will vary from the forecasts and these variations may be more or less favourable.
We will assume no responsibility arising in any way whatsoever for errors or omissions (including responsibility to any person for negligence) for the preparation of our report to the extent that such errors or omissions result from our reasonable reliance on information provided by others or assumptions disclosed in our report or assumptions reasonably taken as implicit.
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2 Executive Summary
2.1 Our Findings
This feasibility study has been conducted to support the trustees of The Hone Tuwhare Trust to assess the viability of the proposed development of Hone Tuwhare’s crib and grounds situated at Kaka Point. In addition to the financial viability, we have also examined the ‘need’ for the development amongst the target groups and assessed the sustainability and capacity needs of the Trust to undertake this commitment. This study seeks to demonstrate that the Trust has thoroughly examined the project risks and provide trustees with a clear understanding and platform to proceed with the project.
In summary: We are able to conclude that there is a distinctive need for the project, with overwhelming support from various stakeholders to undertake the project. We have modelled the feasibility of the project based on forecast costings and potential revenues. We believe this project should lie in a range from $1.45M to $1.5M, with initial construction costs between $775,000 and $800,000 to complete both the crib and residency construction. As an initial target, we estimate the Trust will need to secure an estimated endowment fund of approximately $678,000 by January 2016 returning an annual income of approximately $51,000 (at 7.5% ROI) in order to provide a degree of financial certainty and sustainability. In mitigating potential risks, we believe the Trust is best advised to confirm legal arrangements regarding the intended usage of the land from the Takutai Trust. We believe a lease agreement would provide the Trust certainty of tenure and clarify any future land uses. Given the sensitivities surrounding revenue and cashflow projections, we believe debt funding is not the best option for the Trust to pursue. In addition, we believe the Trust should begin to identify strategic partners that can assist with promotion, attracting funders and sponsors.
2.2 Key Areas to Support this Business Case
2.2.1 Strong Governance & Leadership Capability
It is our view that the Trust has the necessary mix of governance and leadership capability to provide guidance for the project and ongoing management. Within the context of this business case, we are satisfied that;