Press Releases

PKF celebrates the 2025 Water Polo Australia PD Scholarship recipients

For the third year running, PKF Sydney and Newcastle is incredibly proud to stand behind Water Polo Australia’s Professional Development (PD) Scholarship Program, a cause close to our hearts. Supporting these remarkable athletes as they chase their dreams beyond the water isn’t just an investment in their futures, it’s a...

Nicholas Falzon

Director

Sydney, Newcastle

Updates

PKF Perth become an official partner of Claremont Football Club

We are proud to announce that PKF Perth has become an official partner of the Claremont Football Club. This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting the local community and grassroots organisations.

2 contributors

Perth

Insights

Coalition budget reply 2025

In their 2025 Budget reply speech, opposition leader Peter Dutton outlined several key measures aimed at addressing Australia's economic challenges and setting the Coalition's agenda ahead of the May 3 federal election.

David Pring

Partner

Newcastle

Insights

Shake It Up Australia Foundation: Leading the charge for Parkinson’s research in Australia

April 11th marks World Parkinson’s Day, a moment to reflect, raise awareness, and rally support for those affected by Parkinson’s disease.

38 people are diagnosed with Parkinson's everyday in Australia, and so to commemorate the day, the PKF Perspective Podcast hosted a special conversation with Vicki Miller, CEO of the Shake It Up Australia Foundation; a not-for-profit organisation laser-focused on funding Australian Parkinson’s research.

Emma Hansen

Head of Marketing

Sydney, Newcastle

Insights

The value of a Business Advisor: More than just numbers

In the world of business, entrepreneurs often find themselves navigating challenges that extend far beyond financial statements and budgets. While many perceive business advisors as purely technical consultants focused on numbers and growth strategies, the reality is far more nuanced. For an experienced business advisor, the role is fundamentally about...

Jackie Marriott

Partner

Newcastle, Sydney

Insights

Pulse April 2025 — MD Welcome

We are now well into 2025 and it’s been an exciting and dynamic start to the year for us. From major office transformations to impactful partnerships and inspiring events, we are building momentum for what promises to be another outstanding year.

Bob Bell

Managing Director

Sydney, Newcastle

Insights

New legislation stopping the deductibility of General Interest and Shortfall Interest Charge in Australia

They say death and taxes are inevitable, but at least historically you used to be able to claim a deduction on the latter’s interest charges. In this regard, the Federal Government has decided to tighten the rules. General Interest Charge (GIC) and Shortfall Interest Charge (SIC) incurred after 1 July...

Garry Mathoda

Director

Sydney

Insights

Reflecting on the incredible 2025 PKF Australia Business Advisory Conference in Newcastle

Newcastle set the stage for a conference that blended learning, collaboration, and connection – delivering insights that will tangibly influence our Real Life.

Angela Lenehan

Senior Manager

Sydney

Insights

Take 5 with Alex Honner

Q. Do you have a career highlight so far? Definitely my secondment to PKF Littlejohn in London in 2024. I worked with their Technology Change and Innovation team for the year, and gained invaluable experience building different dashboards, automated flows and apps to meet the firm’s needs. Overall it was...

Alex Honner

Senior Manager

Insights

New laws criminalising wage underpayments

Ensuring employees receive their rightful wages is a fundamental aspect of fair employment practices. In line with this commitment, the Australian government has introduced new laws that criminalise the deliberate underpayment of wages, commonly referred to as 'wage theft.' These legislative changes carry significant implications for businesses, making compliance with...