From 1 July 2026, Payday Super is expected to change the way Australian businesses manage superannuation payments. Instead of paying super quarterly, employers will need to pay super at the same time as wages. For many business owners, this is more than just a compliance update — it is a significant shift in cashflow management, payroll processes and financial planning. The good news? Businesses still have time to prepare strategically. As we approach year-end planning, there

Right now, there’s a noticeable shift in sentiment across the Australian economy. Consumer confidence has dropped to some of the lowest levels on record, while rising interest rates, fuel costs, and global instability are putting pressure on both households and businesses. At the same time, business leaders themselves are split—many expecting weaker conditions despite pockets of resilience. In other words: we’re not in a recession… but we’re operating in conditions where one

A recent article from CFO Magazine Australia explored the concept of “autonomous finance” —the idea that mature finance functions move from manual processes to automated, intelligent and strategic systems. For large organisations, this conversation often centres on technology platforms, artificial intelligence and advanced data analytics. But for small and medium businesses, the real opportunity lies somewhere deeper. It’s not just about finance maturity . It’s about business

Last month I had the privilege of speaking at an event hosted by Ellect — a global community committed to advancing women into leadership and board roles. Their mission to support 100,000 women into leadership positions by 2030 is both ambitious and necessary, and the room was filled with talented professionals actively shaping that future. Events like this remind me why professional networks matter. They create space not just for introductions and opportunities, but for hon