Collins Hume Accountants & Business Advisers

03/09/2026

Congratulations to the finalists in the 2026 Northern Rivers Regional Business Awards – Outstanding Business Leader (20 Employees & Under) category!

Collins Hume is proud to sponsor this award and support the outstanding business leaders who contribute so much to businesses and communities across the Northern Rivers.

Best of luck to you all! We look forward to celebrating with you at the awards on 26 September 👏

2026 Northern Rivers Regional Business Awards Finalists

Congratulations to our 2026 Regional Finalists for the Outstanding Business Leader (20 Employees & Under) Category!

Andrew Presbury - Apracs, Casino
Anthea Stevanovic - Intelligent Directions, Wyrallah
Ben McGloin – McGloin Baker, Bogangar
Cate McQuillen, Mememe productions, Camira Creek
Christopher Tyas - , Bangalow
Dylan Clifford - 187 Cantina, Lismore
Haley Hodgson - Maclean Medical, Maclean Radiology, AveNüPlus, Halind Health, Maclean
Julian Simpson - Off The Rails Byron, Byron Bay
Rhys Carmichael - Avid Constructions and Contracting, Skennars Head

View the full list of finalists: https://www.businessnsw.com/events/2026-business-awards/northern-rivers

We look forward to celebrating your achievements at the Ballina RSL Club Ltd, on Saturday, 26 September.

Thank you to our category sponsor, Collins Hume Accountants & Business Advisers

02/09/2026

With proposed changes to the capital gains treatment of investment property attracting attention, investors should ensure they have reliable evidence of their property’s market value at the relevant date.
https://www.collinshume.com/post/importance-of-valuations-for-investments

If you own residential or commercial investment property and are unsure if you need a valuation, contact Collins Hume on 02 6686 3000 before changing the property’s use or completing a transaction.

With proposed changes to the capital gains treatment of investment property attracting attention, investors should have reliable evidence of their property’s market value at the relevant date.

26/08/2026

🎉 Celebrating 25 years with Carol 🃏🦈
Today marks a very special Collins Hume milestone as Carol Holton celebrates 25 years with us.

Carol joined us in 2001 and has been part of an extraordinary amount of change and growth since then. Over 25 years, Carol has amassed incredible knowledge of our business, our clients and how we get things done — and still steps in wherever she’s needed, never forgetting where her Collins Hume story began.

Carol once described herself as the “mother” of our firm, and anyone who has worked alongside her will understand why. Her warmth, approachability, professionalism and genuine interest in the people around her have made her an important part of Collins Hume for a quarter of a century.

Congratulations Carol on 25 wonderful years, and thank you for everything you continue to bring to our team, our clients and our business 💚 💐
https://www.collinshume.com/post/executive-assistant-carol-holton

25/08/2026

Webinar: Practical Cash Flow for Business Owners is almost here

Just a quick reminder that our event is starting soon.
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See you there!

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21/08/2026

Last days to book for Tuesday's cash flow webinar. Join Nathan McGrath during lunch for his practical cash flow insights!

WEBINAR DETAILS 💻
Tues 25 August
12PM kick off
Free online session

Click to RSVP and secure your spot:
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In just 45 minutes, Nathan will explain why profitable businesses can still experience cash flow pressure, the key drivers affecting cash flow and practical opportunities to improve it.

Enjoy your lunch and let Nathan do the heavy lifting. Know a business owner or manager who could benefit? Invite them along!

18/08/2026

You're Invited to a Free Webinar by Strategy360:
Managing Business Cash Flow in Turbulent Times 💸

Book now: https://www.collinshume.com/post/book-now-practical-cash-flow-for-business-owners

Join Nathan McGrath for a free 45-minute lunchtime session on strengthening business cash flow.

Cash flow can be difficult to manage at the best of times, let alone when costs are rising and business conditions remain uncertain.

That’s why Nathan is hosting a special free Strategy360 webinar – to help business owners and managers really understand where cash is going and identify practical ways to strengthen cash flow this financial year.

📍 DETAILS
Tuesday 25 August
12.00 - 12.45pm
Online and free to attend

✅ KEY TOPICS
1. Why profitable businesses can still experience cash flow pressure
2. The relationship between profit, working capital and cash flow
3. The key drivers influencing cash flow performance
4. Practical opportunities to improve cash flow

Nathan will do the heavy lifting. Enjoy your lunch and invest 45 minutes finding out how stronger cash flow management can give you greater visibility, confidence and control.

Perfect for business owners and managers. Collins Hume clients and community members welcome.

17/08/2026

NEXT WEEK 🗓️
Put lunch to work for your business.

Join Nathan McGrath for our free webinar designed for business owners and managers who want greater visibility and control over their cash flow.

You’ll come away with ways to optimise your cash flow management this financial year without giving up more than a lunch break.

Nathan will run the session and do the heavy lifting. Your only job is to bring your lunch and absorb as much as you can.

Free online webinar 🥪
Tuesday 25 August
12.00–12.45pm

Nothing to lose and plenty to gain. Register now: https://www.collinshume.com/post/book-now-practical-cash-flow-for-business-owners

13/08/2026

“Success is liking yourself, liking what you do and liking how you do it.” — Maya Angelou

It's the perfect sentiment as we join Chris Atkinson to celebrate his 30th anniversary with Collins Hume today 🎉

Since joining us in 1996 as an accountant starting out, Chris has become a Partner and our CEO, helping shape the firm while working alongside local business owners through plenty of opportunities, challenges and change.

Congratulations on this terrific milestone, Chris! Thanks for three decades of leadership and commitment to our team, our clients and the Northern Rivers community.

Wishing you all the best as we celebrate your 30 years with you!

Read more about Chris’ journey: https://www.collinshume.com/post/30-years-in-chris-atkinson-s-journey-shaping-collins-hume-and-the-clients-we-serve

12/08/2026

Profit in the accounts but not enough cash in the bank?

Nathan McGrath will show where cash can become tied up in your business, and the changes that can help release it.

📍Tuesday 25 August 12PM Free Online Webinar — Book your free spot:
https://www.collinshume.com/post/book-now-practical-cash-flow-for-business-owners

What Nathan doesn’t know about managing cash flow isn’t worth knowing. Nothing to lose and better cash flow to gain.

10/08/2026

Cash flow pressure is building🌡️
Across our conversations with business owners, we're hearing a similar sentiment:

"We're still busy... but the business feels tighter than it used to."

Sales haven't necessarily declined, and many businesses are still reporting acceptable profits. Yet owners are telling us there's less room to move. Decisions are becoming more considered, unexpected costs are harder to absorb, and cash seems to disappear more quickly.

These aren't isolated issues. They're patterns emerging across a wide range of businesses, often well before they're reflected in the year-end financial results.

That’s exactly why we’re running a 45-minute cash flow webinar for business owners. Book your free spot: https://www.collinshume.com/post/book-now-practical-cash-flow-for-business-owners

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