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In this episode of Show Me The Perks, host Kim Bigg sits down with Collette Ordish, Associate Director at Perks People Solutions, to explore the practical steps businesses can take to attract, engage and retain great people. Together, they unpack why culture is more than a set of values on the wall, how proactive HR can reduce risk...
Australia's tax landscape is changing. In this episode, Simon Wotherspoon, Director, Perks Private Wealth and Neil Oakes, Director, Tax Consulting, join host Kim Bigg to unpack the latest reforms to capital gains tax, negative gearing and discretionary trusts, and discuss what the changes could mean for investors, business owners and high-net-worth individuals in the years ahead.
As the corporate, financial and regulatory environment becomes more complex, the need for clear, well‑considered advice has never been greater. At Perks, we continue to invest in our capability across both tax and business advisory. We are pleased to welcome two new senior Directors whose experience further strengthens the support we provide to clients. John Rawson has joined as Director, Tax Consulting, bringing more than 25 years’ experience advising on sophisticated tax matters across…
When markets are driven by hype, disciplined investors focus on one thing: what an asset is truly worth. Markets may reward narrative in the short term, but long-term outcomes are driven by fundamentals. Explore why valuation discipline matters across equities, ETFs and property…
The introduction of mandatory climate-related disclosures under the Corporations Act and Australian Sustainability Reporting Standard 2 – Climate-related Disclosures (AASB S2) represents a significant shift in expectations. For many organisations, this isn’t just about compliance, it’s about understanding how climate risks and opportunities impact long-term performance. So, what does this mean in practice, and how should businesses be thinking about it?
In this episode of Show Me The Perks, host Kim Bigg sits down with Chris Brougham, Executive Chairman of the Des’s Group, to unpack one of South Australia’s most enduring business stories. From its beginnings as a three‑car taxi service operating out of a spare bedroom in Whyalla, Des’s has grown into a diversified, statewide transport group. Chris shares the defining moments that shaped that journey, including stepping into leadership at just 20, navigating profound personal...
On 12 May 2026, Treasurer Jim Chalmers presented the Australian Federal Budget for 2026-27. The 2026–27 Federal Budget, framed around a theme of resilience and reform, introduces several significant measures aimed at addressing cost-of-living pressures, strengthening the economy and supporting long-term investment outcomes. A central focus of this year’s Budget is reform to the tax system alongside a strong emphasis on improving housing supply, with broader measures targeting productivity, investment and economic resilience. Below, we break down the...
Rising living costs, housing affordability pressures and a constantly shifting job market have completely reshaped what financial security looks like for younger Australians. In this episode of Show Me The Perks, host Kim Bigg is joined by Elly Hempel, Financial Adviser, Perks Private Wealth, to dive deep into the financial realities facing Gen Z and millennials and, more importantly, how they can navigate them with confidence. This episode also covers: Housing affordability and cost of living How Gen...
In this episode of Show Me The Perks, host Kim Bigg is joined by Sanja Hiziak, Associate Director in Perks Accounting & Business Services, to unpack what Payday Super really means for businesses, particularly SMEs. Together, they break down how Payday Super changes the timing of superannuation payments, why the reform is being introduced, and what employers need to do now to stay compliant.