Debt & Capital Advisory

"Sturt Capital played an instrumental role in enabling the development and launch of Sydney Zoo. They designed a tailored funding solution that brought together equity, preferred capital, and bank debt—each component carefully structured to support construction, deliver financial flexibility, and position the business for long term success. Their understanding of our operational model, combined with their ability to coordinate multiple investor and lender groups, was exceptional. Throughout the process, Sturt demonstrated professionalism, transparency, and an unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcome for the project. The result was a capital structure that allowed us to build Sydney’s first new zoo in 100 years and confidently commence operations."

“Sturt Capital delivered a highly effective funding solution that played a key role in accelerating the growth of our unsecured personal loan business. They arranged a corporate note facility that was thoughtfully structured to meet our operational needs while fully complying with Australian banking regulations. Sturt’s deep understanding of the regulatory landscape, combined with their ability to navigate investor requirements and design an efficient capital structure, made the process seamless from end to end. The facility provided us with scalable, reliable funding and supported our transition into the next phase of growth. We greatly valued their professionalism and expertise throughout the engagement.”

"Uniti Group engaged Warwick Stephens as our debt advisor during an important period, when we were considering the transformational acquisition of OptiComm. Warwick played a key role in helping us raise debt financing and guiding us through a competitive bidding process. The deal involved several rounds of revised offers, often requiring quick turnaround and weekend work, and Warwick consistently provided reliable support and clear advice.
The transaction ran over more than six months and involved a number of moving parts. Throughout, Warwick remained closely involved, helping us manage lenders, timelines, and the overall funding strategy. His knowledge of the debt markets and ability to bring institutions together under pressure were particularly valuable. I would not hesitate to recommend Warwick to any company looking for a dependable and practical debt advisor."

“Sturt Capital provided invaluable support as we expanded our position in the Australian automotive finance market. As a leading provider of floorplan and consumer finance solutions for many of the country’s most recognised automotive brands, Allied Credit required a flexible capital solution that could scale with our growing loan book. Sturt Capital advised on and executed a corporate debt facility that delivered exactly that—providing the funding flexibility, structure, and efficiency we needed to support our dealer partners and accelerate our growth. Their deep sector knowledge, strategic guidance, and ability to navigate complexity were instrumental in helping us become a market leader in automotive finance.”

“Sturt Capital played a pivotal role in supporting Brighte’s growth as Australia’s leader in solar finance. They arranged a funding facility specifically designed to underpin the development and expansion of our specialised finance products, enabling us to better serve households and businesses transitioning to clean energy. The team demonstrated a deep understanding of our operating model, regulatory considerations, and the nuances of renewable energy lending. Their ability to structure a scalable, efficient facility and manage a broad group of stakeholders was exceptional. The outcome strengthened our platform and accelerated our product innovation. Their professionalism, insight, and commitment to delivering the right outcome made them an invaluable partner throughout the process.”

“Sturt Capital delivered a highly tailored and flexible debt solution that materially strengthened our funding platform and positioned the business for the next phase of growth. They quickly understood the nuances of our lending model and worked closely with us to design a facility that was both scalable and aligned with our strategy. The team’s market insight, attention to detail, and ability to navigate complex funding requirements were exceptional. Their guidance throughout the entire process gave us absolute confidence, and the final outcome exceeded our expectations.”

“I engaged Warwick in 2023 to support the renegotiation and expansion of NRW Holdings' long-standing debt facilities. The existing arrangements were over a decade old, materially misaligned with current market terms and insufficient to support the Group’s growth ambitions, requiring an increase from $200 million to approximately $450 million. Given the importance of maintaining established relationships with incumbent banks, a full retender was not feasible. Warwick developed and executed a thoughtful negotiation strategy that leveraged current market precedents and competitive tension to modernise terms and increase capacity. His direct engagement with relationship bankers, combined with broader lender dialogue, was instrumental in achieving a materially improved outcome while preserving key banking relationships.”