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It’s been a couple of weeks since the Government handed down its 2026-27 Federal Budget, and commentary on the potential impacts for businesses and individuals has been constant.

With many announcements making headlines ahead of the night, there wer... more

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As of 1 January 2025, changes to the Fair Work Act in Australia made wage underpayments a criminal offense.

This means payroll compliance is now a Board-level issue, not just for Payroll or HR teams. Organisations must understand their obligations, ... more

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Today’s business leaders navigating Australia’s M&A landscape need to look beyond short‑term performance and financial metrics alone.

What matters most to investors is a strong, scalable and defensible business, particularly in an environment shaped... more

Small Business Restructuring (SBR) offers a pathway for small and medium sized Australian companies experiencing financial pressure to deal with unmanageable debt, reset operations, and continue trading through and beyond difficult times. SBRs are al... more

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Vince Tropiano
Corporate and international tax partner
Grant Thornton Australia
Episode: Breaking down the Budget
David Mintz
Forensic consulting director
Grant Thornton Australia
Episode: Will your business withstand a payroll compliance issue?
Pete Burgess
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Episode: A sustainable business model: metrics that matter for sale or growth
Michaela Pogson
Grant Thornton
Episode: A sustainable business model: metrics that matter for sale or growth
John McInerney
Restructuring expert
Grant Thornton
Episode: Is your business showing signs of distress?
Wesley Eccles
Restructuring expert
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Episode: Is your business showing signs of distress?
Neil Jeans
AML expert
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Episode: Shifting mindset from compliance to strong change management
Katherine Shamai
AML expert
Grant Thornton
Episode: Shifting mindset from compliance to strong change management
Kirsten Taylor Martin
National Head of Family Business Consulting
Grant Thornton Australia
Episode: Reframing succession planning to empower the rising generation

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Rebecca Archer
Host of Beyond the Numbers with Grant Thornton

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
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    Actually so surprised, very knowledgeable guest with useful information. Production quality (sound production) could be better.

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Great for listeners who want practical governance and tax insights for business decisions.
Guest expertise is strong, though occasional production quality could improve.
Strong relevance for sponsorships given the policy and business impact topics.
Clear, practitioner-focused discussions with actionable takeaways.

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Breaking down the Budget
Q: How should businesses approach planning given the 13-month window before full CGT changes?
Start early discussions with advisors, model different scenarios, and consider restructuring options while monitoring legislation to see what can be implemented pre- and post-1 July 2027.
A chat with our new CEO, Said Jahani
Q: Why is driving diversity and inclusion so important to you, and how does it shape the firm's direction?
He connects D&I to better decision-making and talent attraction, notes personal identity as a driver, and describes ongoing, staged efforts to embed inclusive practices.
A chat with our new CEO, Said Jahani
Q: So what would you consider your leadership style to be?
Said describes a fast-paced, purposeful approach, emphasizes bold decisions with people in mind, and highlights the importance of a clear, future-facing vision.
Dealtracker 2025: The landscape of Australian deals
Q: Why has the IPO market been at its lowest in years?
The IPO market has suffered due to geopolitical uncertainties and a challenging environment to raise capital, leading to a focus on larger, quality IPOs rather than quantity.
Dealtracker 2025: The landscape of Australian deals
Q: What are some findings from the latest Dealtracker report?
The number of deals in the Australian market was stable, with significant activity in the IT and industrial sectors, while consumer discretionary deals halved.

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The show consistently explores how Australian businesses navigate tax policy, governance, ESG, and operational resilience, often through a Grant Thornton lens. Episodes blend practical actionables forLeadership and risk management with strategic insights into restructuring, supply chain modernization, and governance, making complex regulatory and economic shifts approachable for executives, business owners, and finance professionals. A standout is the blend of tax policy discussion, compliance governance, and growth strategies that speak to both buyers and sellers in M&A, as well as firms focused on sustainable value creation. The format tends to pair senior practitioners with policy-informed analysis, delivering timely takeaways for decisi... more

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