Collins Hume Accountants & Business Advisers

19/10/2026

Thanks to Business Lismore for inviting us to take part in the panel discussion at October's Business Before Hours last week.
https://www.collinshume.com/post/business-before-hours-lismore

It was a great opportunity to join fellow panellists and local business owners for an engaging discussion about business strategy, sustainable growth and building long-term business value with businesses across our region. Thanks to everyone who came along, asked questions and joined the conversation!

If you missed the session, Nathan would be more than happy to have a chat about business strategy, improving performance and building value in your business.
Get in touch with Nathan and the Strategy360 team at Collins Hume on 02 6686 3000.

Photo credit: Business Lismore

14/10/2026

BUSINESS OWNERS If you own a business, proposed capital gains changes from 1 July 2027 could affect how much tax you pay when you eventually sell or pass on your business.

The value of your business at that date may matter, so don’t leave it until years later to work out.

Contact Collins Hume’s Business Valuation Specialists to start preparing now on 02 6686 3000.

Watch Nathan McGrath’s short explainer video to find out why it makes sense to start preparing now:

Could you prove what your business was worth at 1 July 2027?For No...

12/10/2026

🏉 That’s a wrap on our 2026 NRL Footy Tipping Competition!

After a season of great calls, questionable tips and plenty of friendly rivalry, the results are in!

A big congratulations to our 2026 tipping winners — and thanks to everyone who joined in and kept the competition interesting right through to the finals.

And what a way to finish the season, with a nail-biter that went right down to the wire!

Check out who took home the tipping honours 👇

Congratulations to our 2026 NRL Footy Tipping winners! Check out the results and see who took home the prizes. Stay tuned for the 2027 season!

08/10/2026

Where do you want your business to go... and what’s your plan to get there?

Our own Nathan McGrath, Senior Business Advisor at Strategy360 by Collins Hume, joins a panel of experienced business leaders at Business Lismore’s Business Before Hours to discuss strategy, better decisions and building long-term business value.
https://www.collinshume.com/post/nathan-mcgrath-joins-business-lismore-s-business-strategy-panel

Enjoy coffee and breakfast, connect with local business owners and bring your questions for practical insights you can put to work.

📅 Tuesday 13 October 2026
⏰ 7:45am arrival | 8am panel | 9:30am finish
📍 SCU Library, L2 Event Space, Lismore
🎟️ Members $20 | Non-members $30

Seats are limited. Book your place today:
https://lismorechamber.com.au/events/

07/10/2026

The NSW Export Support Program 2026–27 provides assistance for businesses at different stages of the export journey, from assessing export readiness to finding overseas buyers, distributors and commercial partners.

Check out what support is available:

The NSW Export Support Program 2026–27 provides assistance for businesses at different stages of the export journey, from assessing export readiness to finding overseas buyers, distributors and commercial partners. We outline what support is available.

06/10/2026

⚽ We were delighted to be able to support Alstonville FC’s Oceania Cup Female Football Tournament this year!

We love getting behind local events that bring our community together and encourage women and girls in sport. We were also pleased to help out with some Collins Hume goodies for the participants to enjoy.

We hope all the players, coaches, volunteers and supporters had a fantastic tournament and a great weekend of football.

Thanks to Alstonville FC for having us on board as a sponsor!
https://www.collinshume.com/impact

06/10/2026

Celebrating Northern Rivers business success! 🎉

Congratulations to Cate McQuillen of mememe productions, winner of Outstanding Business Leader – 20 Employees & Under at the 2026 Northern Rivers Regional Business Awards. Strategy360 By Collins Hume proudly sponsored the category.
https://www.collinshume.com/post/congratulations-cate-mcquillen-northern-rivers-business-awards-2026

We’re also celebrating Collins Hume clients DR.MOOSE, winner of Excellence in Micro Business, and Chris Photiou, owner of The Trident Fish & Grill, who received Highly Commended recognition for Outstanding Young Business Leader.

Congratulations to all this year's winners and finalists! 👏

01/10/2026

🎉 Happy birthday to our resident accounting tech whiz and problem-solver, Brodie 💚

When she’s not helping clients or sorting out tricky tech issues, Brodie enjoys making the most of exploring her adopted home here in Australia.

Hope there’s plenty of cake involved today! Have a great birthday from all of us 🎂

https://www.collinshume.com/post/meet-brodie-cook-a-tech-savvy-accountant-with-a-passion-for-problem-solving

30/09/2026

NSW small business owners can access up to four hours of free, independent business advice each financial year through the Service NSW Small Business Advisory program.

Eligible businesses can get help with business planning, marketing, finance, staffing, digital skills and AI, with advice available in person, online or over the phone.

For micro and smaller businesses, it’s a useful opportunity to get an external perspective on a challenge or opportunity – and perhaps get a taste of the benefits that good business advice can bring.

Find out more including how to connect with an advisor:

NSW small business owners can now access up to four hours of free, independent business advice each financial year through the Service NSW Small Business Advisory program.

24/09/2026

FROM 1 OCT Merchants will need to absorb the cost of accepting Visa, Mastercard and eftpos payments or build those costs into their prices.
https://www.collinshume.com/post/ending-card-surcharges

For many businesses this will mean simpler pricing, fewer compliance headaches and potentially better margins, but it also means a response to the changes is in order.

If you're a business that uses Xero, go here for more information:
https://blog.xero.com/small-business-resources/surcharge-ban-your-bottom-line/

For many businesses this will mean simpler pricing, fewer compliance headaches and potentially better margins, but it also means some preparation is needed.