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22/06/2026

Our June 2026 Newsletter is out!

This month we unpack some of the most controversial proposals from the Federal Budget, including changes to negative gearing, the CGT discount and trust taxation. We examine key proposals and practical issues that can be considered now, even though some of the final details of the changes aren’t yet available. We then turn to the business payments landscape......

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One of the more interesting shifts in this year’s Federal Budget isn’t what’s being taxed. It’s what’s being encouraged....
22/06/2026

One of the more interesting shifts in this year’s Federal Budget isn’t what’s being taxed.

It’s what’s being encouraged.

The businesses likely to benefit most over the next few years are the ones investing into operations, systems, innovation, and growth capability rather than relying purely on passive investment strategies.

That’s a subtle but important distinction.

We’re already seeing more founders rethink where capital gets deployed:
• upgrading systems earlier
• investing in automation
• acquiring capability
• strengthening infrastructure
• preparing for expansion before conditions become crowded

The permanent $20,000 instant asset write-off reinforces that trend.

Good operators understand that timing matters.

The businesses that move early usually create momentum while others are still “waiting to see what happens”.

If you’re reviewing investment strategy, growth planning, or business structure heading into the next financial year, contact the Dillon Clyne team to discuss your next move.

You’ll hear us talk about real time strategic thinking a lot. James Clyne is a big reason it exists. James came from th...
19/06/2026

You’ll hear us talk about real time strategic thinking a lot.

James Clyne is a big reason it exists.

James came from the large multinational chartered accounting world.

It gave him a deep grip on compliance and client service, and it also showed him where the model falls short for growing businesses.

So he helped build a different approach at Dillon Clyne. Up to date numbers, clearer decisions, and advice that keeps pace with what business owners are actually dealing with right now.

James brings a lot of energy to client challenges, but he’s not interested in noise. He’s focused on outcomes, strong accounting and taxation foundations, and giving owners the confidence to move early, not after the opportunity passes.

If you want advice that feels current and commercially sharp, reach out. We’ll connect you with James or the right person in the team.

The key to successful business scaling isn't just improved metrics.It's making superior decisions.That shift usually hap...
17/06/2026

The key to successful business scaling isn't just improved metrics.

It's making superior decisions.

That shift usually happens at board level. Clear governance. Clear accountability. Clear priorities. No fuzzy “we’ll decide next quarter” thinking.

A lot of advisors stop at reporting.

We go further.

We work with owners, boards, and leadership teams on the decisions that shape performance, risk, and enterprise value. Capital allocation. Strategy sequencing. Governance clean-up. The uncomfortable questions that stop bad decisions early.

Strong governance is not bureaucracy.

It’s speed with control.

When the board is aligned, the business moves faster and wastes less energy.

If your leadership team is working hard but direction feels scattered, it might not be a capability issue. It might be a governance one.

Contact us to discuss where decision-making feels stuck. We’ll suggest a practical starting point.

A lot of SMEs will treat this year’s Federal Budget like background noise.We wouldn’t.Some of the proposed changes aroun...
15/06/2026

A lot of SMEs will treat this year’s Federal Budget like background noise.

We wouldn’t.

Some of the proposed changes around trusts, CGT, investment structures, and capital allocation could materially shape how businesses grow over the next few years.

What’s interesting is where the incentives are moving.

The Government appears to be rewarding productive investment, innovation, and business growth more heavily while tightening areas traditionally used for passive tax planning.

That shift matters.

Especially for founders planning acquisitions, expansion, succession, or long-term wealth creation.

We pulled together this carousel to break down some of the key commercial takeaways from the 2026-27 Federal Budget and what smart operators should already be thinking about now.

Swipe through.

Then ask yourself whether your current structure still supports where you’re trying to take the business.

If you’d like to discuss growth strategy, business structuring, or capital planning, contact the Dillon Clyne team.

If your deal plan ignores the ACCC, it’s not a plan. It’s optimism. We’re already seeing merger rules tighten and timel...
12/06/2026

If your deal plan ignores the ACCC, it’s not a plan.

It’s optimism.

We’re already seeing merger rules tighten and timelines stretch.

The practical impact is simple: more scrutiny, more information requests, and more sequencing to think through before you sign anything.

What catches businesses out is not the regulation itself. It’s the timing.

A deal can be commercially perfect, then lose momentum because the regulatory workstream was treated as an afterthought.

The fix often is to build the “regulatory lane” into the deal timeline early.

That means running a competition screen upfront, preparing the overlap story and supporting numbers, and allowing realistic buffers so you’re not negotiating under pressure later.

If you’re considering an acquisition, consolidation, or partnership, it’s worth stress-testing the timeline now so you don’t miss the window when the opportunity is hot.

Contact us and we’ll tell you where the delays usually appear.

Many "due diligence" packs we've reviewed appear impressive but ultimately prove almost nothing. A checklist can confirm...
10/06/2026

Many "due diligence" packs we've reviewed appear impressive but ultimately prove almost nothing.

A checklist can confirm documents exist. It cannot confirm the deal will perform after settlement.

The work that actually protects buyers is the stress-testing. We pull at the assumptions that make the model work and see what happens when reality shows up.

Revenue timing slips. Costs don’t stay flat. Working capital behaves differently. Integration takes longer than planned.

That’s where confidence comes from. Not a binder of reports, but a deal case that still stands up when you apply pressure.

When we support due diligence, we’re helping buyers answer the real question…

Will this acquisition hold its value once the excitement wears off?

If you’re looking at a deal and want clarity before you commit, we can help you test it properly.

Send us a message and we’ll tell you what we’d stress-test first.

08/06/2026

If you run a business, you already know the juggling act that comes with managing cash flow, paying staff and meeting superannuation guarantee and payroll compliance obligations.

From 1 July 2026, there is a major change coming that will reshape how you handle superannuation contributions for your staff.

The new rules are designed to close Australia’s $6.25 billion unpaid super gap and make sure employees receive contributions to their retirement savings at the same time as they are paid.

Access our full article in the link below to gain insight into preparing your business for these changes.

We are happy to assist with any queries you may have, please do not hesitate to contact our office!

One thing we’ve noticed with growth-focused businesses?The operators scaling fastest are usually the ones making decisio...
08/06/2026

One thing we’ve noticed with growth-focused businesses?

The operators scaling fastest are usually the ones making decisions before legislation becomes urgent.

A good example from this year’s Federal Budget is the proposed minimum 30% tax on discretionary trust distributions.

For many SMEs, trusts have been a highly effective structure for flexibility, asset protection, and long-term planning.

But when tax settings change, the real question is not “How do we avoid this?”. It’s “Does our current structure still support where we’re trying to go?”

That’s a very different conversation.

The businesses that review structure early tend to have more options available when opportunities around acquisitions, expansion, investment, or succession planning start moving quickly.

Waiting until legislation is finalised often means decisions get made under pressure.

Strategic businesses rarely like operating that way.

If you’re reviewing business structure, growth plans, or capital strategy over the next few years, contact us to discuss how these proposed changes could impact your position.

Many businesses express a desire to reduce expenses but are immediately concerned that doing so will disrupt important o...
05/06/2026

Many businesses express a desire to reduce expenses but are immediately concerned that doing so will disrupt important operations.

That’s a fair concern! Most cost reduction plans are really just blunt cuts with a spreadsheet and a deadline.

What actually works is smarter and a bit less dramatic. You protect the things that drive performance, then remove the noise around them.

The biggest wins usually come from tightening the system, not shrinking the business:

- cutting process waste that burns labour hours
- renegotiating supplier terms and subscriptions you have outgrown
- fixing leakage in procurement and approvals
- aligning staffing models to real demand, not old habits

If done properly, you end up with a leaner operation that still performs. Sometimes better, because decision-making gets clearer and accountability improves.

If you want profitability improvements that do not compromise output, we can help you find the smart savings and implement them properly.

Talk to us, we’ll help you prioritise what to fix first.

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