HILLS INDUSTRIES LIMITED HALF YEAR RESULTS PRESENTATION 6 Months to 31 December 2009

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1 HILLS INDUSTRIES LIMITED HALF YEAR RESULTS PRESENTATION 6 Months to 31 December 2009 Graham Twartz, Managing Director Andrew Muir, General Manager Finance FEBRUARY 2010

2 Headlines Improved net profit in patchy trading conditions» Net profit increased by 39.9%» Net operating profit after tax of $22.1 million up 2%» Improved result for Home and Hardware Products» Strong cash flows Improved EBIT margins» Stronger AUD» Retention of savings made in FY09 Diversification reduces risk

3 Headlines Strong Funding Position» Reduced debt levels (Gearing at 11.7%)» Majority of debt maturity extended to November 2011» All banking facilities with Australian domestic banks» All covenants met Fully franked dividend of 7.0 cents per share Guidance» YTD results ahead of forecast» Range of $36m - $42m anticipated.

Highlights Safety 40.0 35.0 30.0 25.0 20.0 15.0 10.

five years» 80% reduction in the rate of Lost Time Injuries» Safety is good business

4 Highlights Safety Hills Group Safety Performance Indicators June Dec 2009 LTIFR Over the past five years» 80% reduction in the rate of Lost Time Injuries» Safety is good business Jun-05 Dec-05 Jun-06 Dec-06 Jun-07 Dec-07 Jun-08 Dec-08 Jun-09 Dec-09 LTIFR = Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate

5 Hills Division Profiles Electronic Security & Entertainment Largest importer and wholesaler of security alarms, CCTV and integrated access control systems Leading supplier of a range of TV reception and distribution equipment and networks Dominant player in the commercial and professional audio market Building & Industrial Manufacturer of steel tube & pipe with distribution strength and service excellence Extensive range of rollformed products using proprietary technology and custom engineered solutions. Home, Hardware & Eco Global market leader in outdoor drying products Largest ladder manufacturer in Australia Niche aged care, mobility and rehabilitation business Significant presence in rural and urban water storage systems

6 Operating Profit Half year ended 31 December (A$m) % Sales and other revenue (8.5%) EBIT (9.9%) NPAT attributable to members before unusual items % NPAT attributable to members after unusual items % Operating cash flow % Earnings per share (cents) before unusual items (18.3%) Earnings per share (cents) after unusual items % Dividends per share (cents) (12.5%) Gearing (D/E) (%) 11.7% 36.0% (67.5%)

7 Strong Cashflow & Balance Sheet Operating cashflow improved by $39.3M on pcp Working Capital Management remains a focus» Receivables down by $36M on pcp» Inventory down by $38.9M on pcp Capital Expenditure down by $7.9M on pcp Net debt reduced by $151.3M to $59.3M Gearing (net debt/equity) 11.7%

8 Revenue Half year ended 31 December (A$m) % Electronic Security & Entertainment % Building & Industrial (17.7%) Home, Hardware & Eco (8.4%) Other % Total (8.5%)

9 EBIT Half year ended 31 December (A$m) % Electronic Security & Entertainment % Building & Industrial (37.8%) Home, Hardware & Eco % Other (0.4) 0.2 (300.0%) Total * (9.8%) * Before individually significant items

10 Net Debt Movement Hills Industries Limited Net Debt to 31 December Net Debt June 2009 Gross Cash Flow Tax Paid Capital Expenditure Dividends Paid Net Interest Proceeds from share issue Other Net Debt December 2009

11 Capital Management Half year ended 31 December Net debt (A$m) Net interest expense (A$m) Interest cover (times) Operating cash flow Gearing (D/E) (%) 11.7% 36.0% We meet all banking covenants Bank facilities of A$140m secured until November 2011 and $85m to November 2010 Successful capital raising No dilutionary effect of Dividend Reinvestment Plans

12 Electronic Security & Entertainment Half year ended 31 December (A$m) % Sales % EBIT % EBIT margin (%) 9.0% 9.9%

Electronic Security Electronic Security & Surveillance Equipment Trading Update Continued subdued margins Project work market remains weak Strategy Investment in emerging

13 Electronic Security Electronic Security & Surveillance Equipment Trading Update Continued subdued margins Project work market remains weak Strategy Investment in emerging technologies and controlling product IP Superior customer service and geographic reach Outlook Continued evolution of product offer Some signs of improving project market Margin recovery

Antenna & TV Systems Domestic and commercial audio, video,

Digital TV opportunities Relaunched subscription TV Opticomm

electronics growth Strategy Leading supplier of hardware to

through Opticomm Range extension Outlook Consumer Electronics

14 Antenna & TV Systems Domestic and commercial audio, video, data and entertainment products and services Trading Update Digital TV opportunities Relaunched subscription TV Opticomm rollout continues but not yet contributing Consumer electronics growth Strategy Leading supplier of hardware to Foxtel and AUSTAR Early position in the FTTN/FTTH space through Opticomm Range extension Outlook Consumer Electronics market growth Digital TV rollout opportunity (product and services) NBN Tasmania success

15 Hills SVL Sound, Vision, Lighting and Control Equipment Trading Update Launch of digital products Slowdown in project market Crestron continuing to gain market share Overseas markets subdued Strategy Digital range development New Crestron range Australian Monitor export Become a one-stop shop Outlook Growth through new products Digital range expansion Crestron to continue to grow European recovery

16 Building & Industrial Half year ended 31 December (A$m) % Sales (17.7%) EBIT (37.8%) EBIT margin (%) 4.7% 6.3%

Improve capacity of structural mills Gaps in range filled with imported products Improved return on

17 Orrcon Precision, Structural and Large Pipe & Tube Trading Update Steel Industry remains difficult Steel prices more stable Industry rationalisation benefits Reduced project work available Strategy Improve capacity of structural mills Gaps in range filled with imported products Improved return on investment Outlook Steel price to increase Better outlook for large pipe market Industry rationalisation

Fielders Roll-formed roofing, cladding, flooring, purlins, door frames and carports Trading Update Satisfactory sales and earnings Subdued commercial building market WA economy slowed Strategy

18 Fielders Roll-formed roofing, cladding, flooring, purlins, door frames and carports Trading Update Satisfactory sales and earnings Subdued commercial building market WA economy slowed Strategy New product development Broaden geographic footprint Capitalise on innovative products Outlook Improvement in operations in Eastern States Building activity outlook to remain subdued 75% owned

Korvest Cable and Pipe Support systems, Hot Dip

Steady trading result Growth in access systems

growth Outlook Expand push into resource sector

19 Korvest Cable and Pipe Support systems, Hot Dip Galvanising and Industrial Grating Trading Update Steady trading result Growth in access systems Strategy Supply chain improvement Grating systems growth Outlook Expand push into resource sector Ongoing review of acquisition opportunities Growth in Indax 46% owned

20 Home, Hardware & Eco Half year ended 31 December (A$m) % Sales (8.4%) EBIT % EBIT margin (%) 5.7% 0.4%

Consumer Products Home & Hardware products Trading

product range Improved supply chain Strategy Focus

evolution Margin recovery Outlook Release of new

21 Consumer Products Home & Hardware products Trading Update Sales and earnings improvement Reduced product range Improved supply chain Strategy Focus on design and speed to market Product range evolution Margin recovery Outlook Release of new products Further improvements in supply chain Growth in Solar products

logistics model Upgrade our product offering Focus on profitable markets Outlook Tank

22 Team Poly Polyethylene water tanks and water storage solutions Trading Update Market size permanently reduced Competitors distressed Reduced industry capacity Strategy Improve the logistics model Upgrade our product offering Focus on profitable markets Outlook Tank Industry rationalisation underway (but will take time) Water remains an issue in some States

Hills Healthcare Homecare, Rehabilitation, Hospital and

due to margin squeeze Reduced building of new

sourcing Broaden distribution network Outlook

23 Hills Healthcare Homecare, Rehabilitation, Hospital and Nursing Home Equipment Trading Update Earnings reduced due to margin squeeze Reduced building of new facilities Strategy Develop supply chain and low cost sourcing Broaden distribution network Outlook Demographics shaping demand Steady earnings expected Industry rationalisation

24 FY10 Outlook Macroeconomic conditions are improving but remain patchy Growth will come from niche market opportunities Full year profit in the range of $36m to $42m Diversification reduces earnings risk

25 FY10 Outlook Renewed focus on our portfolio of businesses Continued improvement in Home, Hardware and Eco Gearing at low levels, allowing potential to pursue growth opportunities

26 Summary Operating profit increased by 2% Cost reduction initiatives underpin improved performance Strong funding position Interim dividend of 7.0 cents per share fully franked Well placed in some emerging opportunities

27 Disclaimer Statements contained in this presentation, particularly those regarding possible or assumed future performance, estimated company earnings, potential growth of the company, industry growth or other trend projections are or may be forward looking statements. Such statements relate to future events and expectations and therefore involve unknown risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward looking statements.

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