If you’d like to expand your accounting practice to include advisory services, here are some make-or-break skills to consider.

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If you&rsquo;d like to expand your accounting practice to include advisory services, here are some make-or-break skills to consider.
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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>The Acuity Podcast</li>
<li>Acuity On AIr</li>
<li>Small Firm, Big Impact</li>
<li>Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow</li>
<li>Gen CA</li>
<li>Making It To The Other Side</li>
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From AI systems to communication skills, here’s what to consider if you’re expanding your accounting practice to include advisory services.

Six ways to become a better business adviser

Travis Auld CA forged a game-changing career in footy circles by taking big risks. Now, as the CEO of the Australian Grand Prix Corporation, he’s running his own race.

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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: 
The Acuity Podcast
Acuity On AIr
Small Firm, Big Impact
Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow
Gen CA
Making It To The Other Side

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Travis Auld CA forged a game-changing career in footy circles by taking big risks. Now, as the CEO of the Australian Grand Prix Corporation, he&rsquo;s running his own race.
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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>The Acuity Podcast</li>
<li>Acuity On AIr</li>
<li>Small Firm, Big Impact</li>
<li>Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow</li>
<li>Gen CA</li>
<li>Making It To The Other Side</li>
</ul>
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Travis Auld CA forged a game-changing career in the AFL by taking big risks — now, as Australian Grand Prix Corporation CEO, he’s running his own race.

Right on track: Travis Auld's journey from CA to CEO

At the heart of the chartered accounting profession lies a fundamental duty to be straightforward and honest in all professional and business relationships. Chartered accountants are trusted to uphold the highest ethical standards.

When a member fails to maintain integrity, the impact can reach far beyond personal consequences, affecting public trust and the profession’s reputation.

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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: 
The Acuity Podcast
Acuity On AIr
Small Firm, Big Impact
Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow
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Making It To The Other Side

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At the heart of the chartered accounting profession lies a fundamental duty to be straightforward and honest in all professional and business relationships. Chartered accountants are trusted to uphold the highest ethical standards.
When a member fails to maintain integrity, the impact can reach far beyond personal consequences, affecting public trust and the profession&rsquo;s reputation.
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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>The Acuity Podcast</li>
<li>Acuity On AIr</li>
<li>Small Firm, Big Impact</li>
<li>Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow</li>
<li>Gen CA</li>
<li>Making It To The Other Side</li>
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Ethical breaches impact both chartered accountants and the accounting profession. Learn how they occur, their consequences, and how professionals can uphold CA ANZ’s ethical standards.

When integrity fails

The question of whether Australia is truly ready for tax reform is front and centre for the profession.

After the Australian Labor Party’s (ALP) landslide victory in May 2025 and a speech from Treasurer Jim Chalmers in June, many were asking for changes to the tax system. But as we move into 2026, the reality is more nuanced – and perhaps more incremental – than expected.

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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: 
The Acuity Podcast
Acuity On AIr
Small Firm, Big Impact
Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow
Gen CA
Making It To The Other Side

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The question of whether Australia is truly ready for tax reform is front and centre for the profession.
After the Australian Labor Party&rsquo;s (ALP) landslide victory in May 2025 and a speech from Treasurer Jim Chalmers in June, many were asking for changes to the tax system. But as we move into 2026, the reality is more nuanced &ndash; and perhaps more incremental &ndash; than expected.
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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>The Acuity Podcast</li>
<li>Acuity On AIr</li>
<li>Small Firm, Big Impact</li>
<li>Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow</li>
<li>Gen CA</li>
<li>Making It To The Other Side</li>
</ul>
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Despite a decisive election victory in 2025, the Australian Government is taking a cautious approach to tax changes in Australia.

Is tax reform happening in Australia?

How well are auditors in Australia and New Zealand performing? Audit quality reports from the regulators reveal current strengths and weaknesses.

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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: 
The Acuity Podcast
Acuity On AIr
Small Firm, Big Impact
Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow
Gen CA
Making It To The Other Side

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How well are auditors in Australia and New Zealand performing? Audit quality reports from the regulators reveal current strengths and weaknesses.
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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>The Acuity Podcast</li>
<li>Acuity On AIr</li>
<li>Small Firm, Big Impact</li>
<li>Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow</li>
<li>Gen CA</li>
<li>Making It To The Other Side</li>
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Audit quality reports from ASIC and FMA regulators reveal our current strengths and weaknesses.

Keeping an eye on audit

Despite decades of efforts to address financial gender inequality in Australia and New Zealand, women continue to face significant financial disadvantages compared with men. These disparities compound over a lifetime and often culminate in economic insecurity during retirement. 

So, what are some of the key financial challenges that women face and can accountants do a better job of taking care of their female clients?

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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: 
The Acuity Podcast
Acuity On AIr
Small Firm, Big Impact
Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow
Gen CA
Making It To The Other Side

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Despite decades of efforts to address financial gender inequality in Australia and New Zealand, women continue to face significant financial disadvantages compared with men. These disparities compound over a lifetime and often culminate in economic insecurity during retirement.&nbsp;
So, what are some of the key financial challenges that women face and can accountants do a better job of taking care of their female clients?
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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>The Acuity Podcast</li>
<li>Acuity On AIr</li>
<li>Small Firm, Big Impact</li>
<li>Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow</li>
<li>Gen CA</li>
<li>Making It To The Other Side</li>
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Experts explain the key financial challenges women face, and how accountants can better assist clients with wealth management and retirement planning.

Holding the purse strings: How CAs can help improve women's financial literacy

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From APES 110 updates to AI risks, accountants face new ethical challenges. Learn how to prepare for dilemmas with these practical strategies.

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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: 
The Acuity Podcast
Acuity On AIr
Small Firm, Big Impact
Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow
Gen CA
Making It To The Other Side

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From APES 110 updates to AI risks, accountants face new ethical challenges. Learn how to prepare for dilemmas with these practical strategies.
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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>The Acuity Podcast</li>
<li>Acuity On AIr</li>
<li>Small Firm, Big Impact</li>
<li>Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow</li>
<li>Gen CA</li>
<li>Making It To The Other Side</li>
</ul>
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Ethical dilemmas are common in accounting. Here’s how peer input, curiosity and cautious decision making can help.

Three ways to prepare for an ethical challenge

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The future is looking bright for accountants with the right skills, as organisations increasingly expect them to take a more strategic role. So, what skills and knowledge areas are essential for success in 2026 and beyond?

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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: 
The Acuity Podcast
Acuity On AIr
Small Firm, Big Impact
Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow
Gen CA
Making It To The Other Side

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The future is looking bright for accountants with the right skills, as organisations increasingly expect them to take a more strategic role. So, what skills and knowledge areas are essential for success in 2026 and beyond?
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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>The Acuity Podcast</li>
<li>Acuity On AIr</li>
<li>Small Firm, Big Impact</li>
<li>Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow</li>
<li>Gen CA</li>
<li>Making It To The Other Side</li>
</ul>
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These are the skills that will be in particularly high demand in 2026 for chartered accountants.

Six skills CAs need to succeed in 2026 and beyond

A decision ban is a strategic, temporary period during which a business or team intentionally stops making decisions about new activities to combat cognitive overload, so they can focus solely on execution

Here, work expert Rachel Service explains why implementing a temporary decision ban during busy periods can lead to better business decisions in the long run.

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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: 
The Acuity Podcast
Acuity On AIr
Small Firm, Big Impact
Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow
Gen CA
Making It To The Other Side

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A decision ban is a strategic, temporary period during which a business or team intentionally stops making decisions about new activities to combat cognitive overload, so they can focus solely on execution
Here, work expert Rachel Service explains why implementing a temporary decision ban during busy periods can lead to better business decisions in the long run.
<a href="https://www.acuitymag.com/business/business-temporary-decision-ban/">Click to read the article</a>
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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>The Acuity Podcast</li>
<li>Acuity On AIr</li>
<li>Small Firm, Big Impact</li>
<li>Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow</li>
<li>Gen CA</li>
<li>Making It To The Other Side</li>
</ul>
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Discover how implementing a temporary decision ban can reduce burnout, improve focus and boost profitability, according to work strategist Rachel Service.

Should you consider a decision ban?

Financial abuse doesn’t always leave bruises – but it can leave victims buried in debt, denied child support or stuck with loans they never signed for.

Could accountants be the ones to help interrupt this hidden pattern of control?

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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: 
The Acuity Podcast
Acuity On AIr
Small Firm, Big Impact
Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow
Gen CA
Making It To The Other Side

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Financial abuse doesn&rsquo;t always leave bruises &ndash; but it can leave victims buried in debt, denied child support or stuck with loans they never signed for.
Could accountants be the ones to help interrupt this hidden pattern of control?
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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand publishes six podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>The Acuity Podcast</li>
<li>Acuity On AIr</li>
<li>Small Firm, Big Impact</li>
<li>Shaping the Practice of Tomorrow</li>
<li>Gen CA</li>
<li>Making It To The Other Side</li>
</ul>
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Financial abuse leaves hidden scars like debt and denied support. Discover how accountants can help interrupt this covert form of control.

Accounting for financial abuse

Dive into expertly narrated audio articles that explore the latest in business, career development, and the economy.

Dive into expertly narrated audio articles that explore the latest in business, career development, and the economy.

Expertly narrated audio articles that explore the latest in business, career development, and the economy.

Acuity On Air

Welcome to Acuity on Air, the playlist where the pages of Acuity Magazine come to life. 

Dive into our curated selection narrated audio articles that explore the latest in business, career development, and the economy. Gain key insights from strategic thought leaders, uncover expert analysis, and stay ahead of the curve with content designed to inspire, inform, and ignite your professional journey. 

Welcome to Acuity on Air, the playlist where the pages of Acuity Magazine come to life.&nbsp;
Dive into our curated selection narrated audio articles that explore the latest in business, career development, and the economy. Gain key insights from strategic thought leaders, uncover expert analysis, and stay ahead of the curve with content designed to inspire, inform, and ignite your professional journey.&nbsp;

Acuity on Air

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