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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get further information about BBP?

BBP's Prospectus and PDS is the key source of information relating to the Offer. You can access the electronic versions of these disclosure documents here, or you can request a hard copy by calling 1800 260 668 or emailing bbp@babcockbrown.com

Additional information about BBP, such as ASX Announcements and Presentations by BBP executives can also be found within the website Investor Information pages.


What is a stapled security?

A stapled security is a security that is made up of a unit in a Trust and a share in a Company. Because they are stapled together you cannot trade one without the other. In the case of listed securities, they are jointly quoted on the Australian Stock Exchange ("ASX") as "stapled securities". BBP investors hold one Babcock & Brown Power Limited (BBPL) share and Babcock & Brown Power Trust (BBPT) unit "stapled" together and jointly quoted on the ASX under the code "BBP".


How do I invest / how do I buy securities / how do I sell securities?

BBP is listed on ASX. Therefore to purchase or sell securities it is necessary to contact your broker. If you do not already have a broker you can call ASX Broker Referral Service on 1300 300 279 or go to their website: www.asx.com.au


How do I redeem my investment?

BBP is a listed vehicle therefore it is not possible to redeem your securities. To dispose of your investment you need to sell your securities on ASX via your broker. If you do not already have a broker you can call ASX Broker Referral Service on 1300 300 279 or go to their website: www.asx.com.au


What is my investment worth?

The value of your investment in BBP can be determined by multiplying the number of securities held by the current security price. The number of securities can be found on CHESS statement. Share price information is available at Share Price or www.asx.com.au or from the BBP website homepage.


When is the next scheduled distribution from BBP?

See Key Dates.


How do I change my address / bank details?

To do this, you need to send written authorisation to the Share Registry quoting your Security Reference Number or Holder Identification Number and signing your request. Unfortunately, it is not possible to do this over the internet as your signature is required.


How can I access details of my holdings of shares in BBP?

Through the web pages of BBP’s Share Registry, Link Market Services Limited, you can check on your current shareholding and dividends and access the relevant forms to notify any changes to your details such as address and direct credit details.

You will need your Shareholder Reference Number or Holder Identification Number.

Link Market Services Limited

Level 12, 680 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia

Telephone: 1800 260 668/ +61 2 8280 7619

Email: registrars@linkmarketservices.com.au

Website: www.linkmarketservices.com.au


How can I give notification of my Tax File Number (TFN)?

Advice of TFNs can be made over the phone or in writing to the Share Registry. You may choose not to provide your TFN, but if you are an Australian tax resident individual and you do not provide your TFN, distributions to you that are assessable income will have income tax deducted from them at the highest marginal rate.


When are the BBP's results announced to the market?

See Key Dates.


How can I choose to receive or no longer receive the Annual Report?

This can be requested by writing to the Share Registry.


What is my SRN or HIN?

SRN

A Security  Reference Number is allocated by an issuer to identify a holder on an for Issuer Sponsored Register

HIN

A Holder Identification Number is allocated by a broker when you buy securities if you nominate the broker as your sponsor in CHESS (i.e. Broker Sponsored holdings).


What is the difference between Issuer Sponsored and Broker Sponsored?

Issuer Sponsored

An Issuer Sponsored holding is maintained by the issuer of your securities via the Share Registry. Issuer sponsored securities can be traded through any broker whom you have given permission to access your holding for the purposes of buying or selling securities. Issuer Sponsored holdings are allocated a Shareholder Reference Number (SRN) prefixed by an 'I' and can be found on your holding statement.

Broker Sponsored

Broker Sponsored holdings are allocated a Holder Identification Number (HIN). Your SRN will then become your HIN prefixed by an 'X'.

What is required if a holder dies?

When a holder dies, their assets form part of their estate. The administration of an estate can be complex, time consuming and sometimes distressing. The Share Registry has created a range of services for assistance when dealing with an estate. BBP's Share Registrars Dealing with the Security Holding of a Deceased Investor is a helpful tool for first-time administrators


Can I transfer my BBP securities to another person?

Yes, you can transfer your securities to another person by off-market transfer. Simply contact the Share Registry to have one mailed to you.


Where can I find information about distributions?

Simply visit our Distributions page.


I am having trouble printing off the website. What do I do?

Some versions of Netscape do not support the coding on the BBP website. If you are using Netscape as your internet browser and are continuing to have difficulty printing off the site you may wish to try downloading Internet Explorer to print from.