Rumours from the HLZ refueller, not related to the Darwin refueller by any chance??
Methinks the J32 would be a great startup alternative to the 1900, carries similar load, reliable if good maint ($$), lower capital cost. Yes the 146 impossible to compete with the more modern equip but Hey, good charter aircraft. As for another NZ regional, get real, with J32's/146 you would have to have a feed partnership with AirNZ. Would be rather hard to make that happen unless you could prove your credentials and operating standards. Aviation in 2012 is not a place for mavericks.
And just had another thought, why would you startup in a recession!!!!