Welcome to the
THE FULL ACCOUNT -
RSM's local newsletter.
Life in Regional Australia is an extraordinary journey, and we're thrilled to have you on board as a valued member of our local community.
This year has been quite busy for us at the Toowoomba office. We recently hosted our annual Federal Budget Breakfast, an enriching experience which provided useful insights for local business leaders. The event was a success, and the expertise of our partner, Will Laird, has been recognized in multiple news outlets, solidifying his position as a thought leader in business and taxation.
Additionally, Ben Twidale has been sharing his knowledge by delivering informative sessions for local businesses and the Australian Psychology Society. We also have some exciting personnel updates to share, including the return of Kristelle Stark from maternity leave and the addition of Emily Fry to our team as a Personal Assistant and Administration Officer.
THE LATEST INSIGHTS
CLIENT CHOICE AWARD WINNERS
We are thrilled to share our achievements with you, especially those that reflect our people-centric values.
We are extremely proud to have won the prestigious Client Choice Award for the Best Accounting & Consulting Services Firm (>$200m) for the fifth year in a row. We also secured first place for Best Professional Services Firm (>$200m) and Best Provider to Government & Community.
Plus, we were a finalist in the Best CX Firm: Accounting & Consulting Services category. Our success story wouldn't be complete without acknowledging your unwavering support, which has been instrumental every step of the way.
TEAM NEWS
The Toowoomba Office is thrilled to welcome back Kristelle Stark from maternity leave.
Returning to her role in July, she has already begun working a few days a week, splitting her time between the office and remote work. Kristelle's extensive knowledge and integral role in the team make her return a joyous occasion. Additionally, we warmly welcome Emily Fry as the new Personal Assistant and Administration Officer to Will Laird. With her background in administration, finance, and real estate, Emily has seamlessly integrated into the team, and we eagerly anticipate her contributions.
Our team has been actively engaged in the local community, hosting the highly successful Toowoomba RSM Federal Budget Breakfast in partnership with The Toowoomba Chamber. With nearly 150 attendees, the event featured informative presentations by RSM Toowoomba Partner, Will Laird, who shared valuable insights into the Budget's implications for our region, local businesses, and various industries.
Joined by Ian McFarlane, Chief Executive of the Queensland Resource Council, and Geoff McDonald, Deputy Mayor of Toowoomba Regional Council, the breakfast also included panel discussions where guests had the opportunity to ask questions. The event received positive feedback, and our team's expertise, particularly Will Laird's thought leadership on business and taxation matters, has been recognized in various news outlets. Additionally, our team members have organized and delivered other successful events, such as a condensed Federal Budget highlights package for local SMEs and informative sessions on optimising private practice, tax planning, and software review for the Australian Psychology Society. These activities showcase our commitment to contributing to the growth and success of our local community.