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Economic uncertainty is often seen as a driver of change, prompting businesses to reassess strategy and manage risk more closely. However, sometimes uncertainty can often mean important conversations in family businesses are delayed.

The Government has introduced legislation for a minimum 30% tax on discretionary trusts from 1 July 2028. While some stakeholder feedback has been adopted, significant concerns remain around flexibility, complexity and the impact on private groups and SMEs.

Under Australia's new CGT rules, many assets will need a market value as at 1 July 2027. Learn when a professional valuation may be worth the cost compared to using the legislated shortcut method.

Australian manufacturers are operating in an environment where the bar is rising for what represents meaningful growth – making it increasingly important for businesses to effectively use assets, capital and their workforce. Revenue growth remains an important measure of performance, but margins, productivity, working capital and the returns generated from investment are also key.

Grant Thorton’s submission on the draft legislation for the minimum 30% tax on discretionary trusts shines a light on the punitive outcomes, inflexibilities, complexities, conflicts with small business CGT concessions, and other anomalies that will arise for the small-to-medium business sector and private groups.

In this special episode of Beyond the Numbers with Grant Thornton, Private Enterprise Partner Beau Chaperon hosts the show and sits down with Lea Hicks and Richard Fox to discuss resilience, leadership and the relationships that help individuals and organisations navigate change and achieve lasting success for Western Sydney.

New “EET election” option for discretionary trusts to avoid the minimum 30 per cent without having to restructure, but creates inflexibility.

The rules for SMSF borrowing to acquire real property have now changed. While the policy debate has largely focused on residential property, the final law operates by reference to whether the real property qualifies as business real property under the superannuation rules. This distinction is important for trustees, advisers and lenders considering property transactions from 10 August 2026.

The announced 30 per cent minimum tax on discretionary trusts creates significant challenges for private groups.

Poor financial oversight exposes businesses to risk, fraud and tax issues as they grow.

As professional services firms sharpen their focus on growth, scalability and succession, they’re beginning to revisit whether their existing operating structure is still fit for purpose. Changing your structure should be a strategic decision that can influence risk management, capital allocation, talent retention and long-term legacy, incorporation goes beyond a tax discussion.

As Australian businesses face increasing pressure to manage and reduce their carbon footprints, selecting the right carbon accounting software has never been more important. With complex regulations and growing stakeholder expectations, the right solution can help your organisation stay compliant, make informed decisions, and demonstrate real progress.