ESG – what is it and why is it important?
Organisations of all sizes are experiencing increasing pressure from regulation and shifting societal expectations to measure and improve on environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance.
What does the change in the reporting entity concept mean for special purpose financial reporting
For annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 July 2021, certain for-profit private sector entities will no longer be permitted to prepare Special Purpose Financial Statements (‘SPFS’), when preparing financial statements under Australian Accounting Standards (‘AAS’).
How our Melbourne firm supports the community
Pitcher Partners Melbourne is so proud to share its fourth annual Charitable Committee report, detailing the firm’s collective efforts to support the community.
New Queensland land tax rules mean higher land tax bills for landowners with interstate properties
Queensland’s new Revenue Legislation Amendment Act 2022, enacted on 30 June 2022, contains a significant change to Queensland’s land tax regime and implements what was originally announced in the Queensland Government’s 2021-22 Budget Update – Mid-Year Fiscal and Economic Review on 16 December 2021. The new land tax rules it contains will apply from the 2023 land tax year onwards.
Australian Listed Dealer Comparison 2022
We are delighted to have released the first iteration of the Australian Listed Dealer Comparison and it reveals that it is a very interesting time to be a part of the motor industry.
Albanese government to proceed with skills & technology boost measures
The Treasurer has released Exposure Draft Legislation that, if enacted, would implement both the skills and training and technology investment boost measures announced as part of the Morrison government’s March 2022 budget. Consultation on the proposals close 19 September.
Deal Pulse: Queensland M&A 2022 mid-year update
Pitcher Partners is pleased to present our Deal Pulse report on Queensland merger and acquisition (M&A) activity for H1 2022.
The key to powering up investment in Australia’s electricity network
Keeping Australia moving already requires a lot of energy – our annual consumption clocks in at around 180TWh, which is enough to power about 3.6 billion electric vehicles.
Data the key to fighting interest rates impact on retail spending
As interest rates rise, discretionary spending is likely to slow, with superfluous retail purchases often the first belt to tighten for consumers. How can businesses navigate a spending slowdown to ensure commercial security?
Bring it in: the sporting philosophy to help investors find opportunities
While there is a risk that inflation continues climbing in the short-term, there are also early signs that inflation pressures may be peaking. If recession risks transpire, they may aide the battle against inflation.