Insights

Many Australians don't realise they may be able to access their super before they retire. In this article, Megan Mann explains how Transition to Retirement pensions work, the rules to be aware of, and why they can be a valuable planning tool in the years leading up to retirement. 

For many farming families, passing the farm to the next generation isn't the hard part; it's ensuring Mum and Dad remain financially secure afterwards. This article explores how Centrelink gifting rules can affect Age Pension eligibility and why planning ahead may open up more options. 

Why would anyone voluntarily take money out of super and put it straight back in? Megan Mann explains the strategy behind this seemingly backwards move and the tax and estate planning benefits it may create for the right person. 

The end of residential property borrowing through SMSFs marks a significant shift in Australia's investment landscape. Megan Mann examines what's changed, why it matters, and how investors can adapt their long-term wealth strategies with confidence. 

AI is changing how audits are delivered, but the story is not just about tools. At PKF Melbourne, our focus is on building the capability of our people to use AI responsibly, critically and effectively.

Australia’s film industry is buzzing, with government incentives making it one of the most attractive production destinations in the world. For producers, these offsets can unlock millions in savings and keep projects moving forward smoothly. But there is a catch. Your expenditure claims will need to pass a detailed audit before you can access the incentives. Getting it right upfront helps avoid delays or issues with funding.

STP finalisation is due by 14 July 2026. Learn key deadlines, payroll checks and common errors to help stay compliant.

When Will Punton joined PKF Australia as part of the 2026 Early Careers Cohort, he was looking for more than just a graduate role. 

AASB 18 Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements is the next big accounting standard that will affect most entities who prepare general purpose financial statements. 

We see firsthand where growing businesses lose momentum, not in strategy, but in execution and accountability. This article shows how boardroom discipline, supported by experienced advisers, turns intent into consistent outcomes.

As businesses grow, accounting systems that once worked can quietly become a source of risk; affecting visibility, decision-making, and stakeholder confidence. This article explores how to recognise the signs and realign your financial setup with your growth.

Cash flow, not profit, determines whether early-stage businesses survive and grow. This article explains why it matters and offers practical strategies to manage it effectively.

The way a business is structured determines how value is created, protected and shared. This piece unpacks the key decisions that shape outcomes long after day one.

This article explains how everyday life events can change a person’s tax resident status from temporary to permanent, often without relocation. It outlines the income tax consequences and why early tax services matter.

The structure you choose at the start determines how your business is taxed, funded and scaled. This article unpacks the decisions that matter early, and the cost of getting them wrong later.

Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business, and poor management can sink even profitable companies. This article shares practical strategies to protect and optimise cash.

Business structure shapes far more than legal setup; it impacts tax, risk, funding and growth. This article explains when and why to review your structure as your business evolves.