As the Federal Budget approaches, we invite you to:

• share your perspective by completing our short survey and help shape the conversation around the 2026 Federal Budget. Survey participants can go into the draw to win a $1,000 Visa gift card (survey closes Wednesday, 6 May)
• register for our Federal Budget webinar, featuring insights from ANZ Federal Budget Economist Madeline Dunk and SW industry specialists.

From Hidden to Headline

At our Budget Breakfast webinar, we’ll take the 2026 Federal Budget from hidden detail to headline impact, focusing on what matters most and what it means in practical terms. Against a backdrop of uncertainty, all these factors are shaping decisions across the Australian economy — from households to boardrooms.

Join Matt Birrell, Tax Partner, as he is joined by ANZ Federal Budget Economist Madeline Dunk and SW industry experts to unpack:

• who benefits and who doesn’t
• where support is targeted — and where gaps remain
• what’s missing or underwhelming given current conditions.

Follow us on LinkedIn to receive the latest updates on Federal Budget and other important industry news.

Expert speakers

Madeline Dunk
ANZ
Senior Economist

Matt Birrell
SW
Director, Tax

Simon Tucker
SW
Director, Tax

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Australia is facing significant economic challenges, and some predict a difficult time ahead. With inflation, tariffs, interest rates, the cost of living, and housing pressures rising—alongside a decline in exports—Australians want to know what is in Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ cookbook to tackle these issues and what solutions he can put on the table for the country.

We explore the key takeaways from the 2025/26 Federal Budget and answer what’s on the table for businesses, industries and communities across Australia- uncovering opportunities of resilience and growth for your financial landscape.

What does the Federal Budget mean for you?

Our Fast Facts provide an overview of the budget insights and highlight potential opportunities for your sector.

Take a look at what the Federal Budget means for you in 2025:

Energy & Resources

Individuals & SMEs

Follow us on LinkedIn to receive the latest updates on Federal Budget and other important industry news.

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Australia is facing significant economic challenges, and some predict a difficult time ahead. With inflation, tariffs, interest rates, the cost of living, and housing pressures rising—alongside a decline in exports—Australians want to know what is in Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ cookbook to tackle these issues and what solutions he can put on the table for the country.

Budget Breakfast Webinar | What’s on the table

Join us as we digest the details of the 2025 Federal Budget at an informative webinar with an interactive Q&A session.

Our host, Matt Birrell will be joined by ANZ Senior Economist, Madeline Dunk as well as our SW industry experts to breakdown the key details of the FY25 Federal Budget.

Online registration details

Date         Wednesday 26 March 2025

Time         9.30am – 11am (AEDT) 

Expert speakers

Madeline Dunk
ANZ
Senior Economist

Matt Birrell
SW
Director, Tax

Simon Tucker
SW
Director, Tax

Follow us on LinkedIn to receive the latest updates on Federal Budget and other important industry news.

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Businesses and individuals are feeling the pressure navigating through challenging conditions. These economic conditions require strategic foresight and adaptive measures from the Australian government.

This year’s Federal Budget comes at a critical time and carries high expectations to deliver solutions that address these pressing issues. We explore the intricacies of the 2024/25 Federal Budget and reveal the Hidden Gems— opportunities and insights that could be the key to resilience and growth for your financial landscape.

What does the Federal Budget mean for you?

Our Fast Facts provide an overview of the budget insights and highlight potential opportunities for your sector.

Take a look at what the Federal Budget means for you in 2024:

Agribusiness

Education

Energy & Resources

Individuals & SMEs

Property & Infrastructure

Follow us on LinkedIn to receive the latest updates on Federal Budget and other important industry news.

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With global inflationary pressures, high interest rates and the cost of living crunch, businesses and individuals alike find themselves navigating through challenging conditions. These economic conditions require strategic foresight and adaptive measures from the Australian government.

This year’s Federal Budget comes at a critical time and carries high expectations to deliver solutions that address these pressing issues. Join us as we explore the intricacies of the 2024/25 Federal Budget and reveal the Hidden Gems— opportunities and insights that could be the key to resilience and growth for your financial landscape.

Budget Breakfast Webinar | Hidden Gems

Join us as we digest the details of the 2024 Federal Budget at an informative webinar with an interactive Q&A session.

Our host, Matt Birrell will be joined by ANZ Senior Economist, Madeline Dunk as well as our SW industry experts to breakdown the key details of the FY24 Federal Budget.

Online registration details

Date         Wednesday 15 May 2024

Time         9.30am – 11am (AEDT) 

Expert speakers

Madeline Dunk
ANZ
Senior Economist

Matt Birrell
SW
Director, Tax

Simon Tucker
SW
Director, Tax

Follow us on LinkedIn to receive the latest updates on Federal Budget and other important industry news.

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Did you miss out on our Federal Budget webinar?

Check out Madeline Dunk, Senior Economist at ANZ, Bill Lang, Executive Director at Small Business Australia and our panel of industry experts as they share their insights and key takeaways from the Budget.

What does the Federal Budget mean for you?

Our Fast Facts provide an overview of the budget insights and highlight potential opportunities for your sector.

Take a look at what the Federal Budget means for you in 2023:

Agribusiness

Energy & Resources

Education

SMEs & Superannuation

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With inflation issues globally, we are seeing continued pressure on interest rates and cost of living, staffing shortages, supply chain issues and rising business costs. This Budget will need to deliver for Australian businesses, and particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Watch SW Director, Greg Will, talking to Ticker News about this topic below.

Opportunities for growth, investment and trade are critical to everyone’s success, so SW Accountants & Advisors has once again partnered with Small Business Australia (SBA) to get to the heart of what business is looking for from the Budget, come Tuesday 9 May 2023.

Take the survey!

Take this short 2-3min survey from SW and SBA and tell us what you need from the budget in order to Look forward and Open Doors. You’ll help us build a robust and current view of Australian small business.

Each survey respondent will RECEIVE $100 DISCOUNT on any of the business services offered by Small Business Australia. Vouchers will be provided after the close of the survey on 8 May 2023.

Budget Breakfast Webinar – 10 May | 9.30am AEDT

Join us as we share the details of the 2023 Federal Budget that incudes an interactive Q&A session.

Our host, Matt Birrell will be joined by esteemed guests ANZ Senior Economist, Madeline Dunk, and Bill Lang, Executive Director of Small Business Australia, as well as SW Director, Greg Will speaking on the impacts on SME business, together with SW industry experts.

Online registration details

Date         Wednesday, 10 May 2023

Time         9.30am – 11am (AEDT) 

Greg Will interview @ Ticker News | How Australian small businesses performed post-COVID

Federal Budget webinar experts

Madeline Dunk
ANZ
Senior Economist

Bill Lang
Small Business Australia
Director

Gregory Will
SW
Director, Business and Private Advisory

Matt Birrell
SW
Director, Tax

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With the change of government, there was great anticipation on the updated Federal Budget. However, this Budget may not provide enough support for households in managing the cost of living. Many businesses, especially small to medium-sized businesses are still feeling the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and rising prices and interest rates.

On 25 October 2022, the Treasurer announced the Government’s plan for a more inclusive and sustainable economy. This budget is in line with the Labor’s five-point Economic Plan, aiming to reduce the costs of living, drive productivity growth and expand the capacity of the economy to alleviate supply side pressures, increase real wages and genuine economic investment for Australians. The SW team has navigated the papers to find key measures for industry and sectors.

Did you miss out on our Federal Budget webinar?

Check out Bill Lang, Director at Small Business Australia and our panel of industry experts as they share their insights and key takeaways from the Budget.

What does the Federal Budget mean for you?

Our Fast Facts provide an overview of the budget insights and potential opportunities from our team of experts. Tailored to your industry or business type, SW also reviews if the Federal Budget support measured up to expectations.

Take a look at what the Federal Budget means for you in 2022:

Agribusiness

Energy & Resources

Childcare

Property & Infrastructure

Education

SMEs & Superannuation

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A change in government for the first time in nine years, further interest rate increases expected, staffing shortages, supply chain issues and rising business costs – our fourth Federal Budget in two years will need to deliver for Australian businesses, and particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Opportunities for growth, investment and trade are critical to everyone’s success, so SW Accountants & Advisors has partnered with Small Business Australia (SBA) to get to the heart of what business is looking for from the Budget, come Tuesday 25 October 2022.

As the Federal Budget approaches, we invite you to:

• have your say by taking our short survey – tell us what you need from the Budget and/or pass it on to small businesses in your network
• register for our Federal Budget Webinar – hear insights from ANZ, Small Business Australia and SW industry experts.

Take the survey! Receive a $250 Small Business Australia voucher

Take this short 2-3min survey from SW and SBA and tell us what you need from the budget in order to Look forward and Open doors. You’ll help us build a robust and current view of Australian small business.

PLUS you’ll receive a $250 SBA voucher to put towards business coaching, training opportunities or Business Advantage services. Survey closes Wednesday 19 October at 6pm.   

Budget Breakfast Webinar – 26 Oct | 9.30am AEDT

Join us as we digest the details of the 2022 Federal Budget at an informative webinar with an interactive Q&A session.

Our host, Matt Birrell will be joined by guests ANZ Senior Economist, Catherine Birch, and Bill Lang, Director at Small Business Australia as well as our SW industry experts to breakdown the key details of the FY23 Federal Budget.

Online Registration details

Date         Wednesday 26 October 2022

Time         9.30am – 11am (AEDT) 

Expert speakers

Follow us on social media to receive the latest updates on Federal Budget and other important industry news.

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With a May election fast approaching, there was a lot of anticipation that this Federal Budget would provide much needed support for households in managing the cost of living. While borders have opened, many business in several key sectors are still feeling the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and were also looking for some key measures to help get them back on their feet.

On the 29 March 2022, the Treasurer announced the Goverment’s plan for long-term economic growth in Australia, through job creation and focusing on investment in essential services and defence. The SW team has navigated the papers to find key measures for industry and sectors.

Take a look at our Fast Facts below or watch the full recording of the Budget Breakfast.

Did you miss out on our Federal Budget webinar?

Check out Catherine Birch, ANZ Senior Economist and our panel of experts as they shared their insights and key takeaways from the Budget.

Mandarin Overview – Federal Budget 2022/23

Watch our Mandarin team summarise the key announcements from this year’s Budget. SW’s team of Asian business experts deliver their insight into the challenges and practical opportunities.

Featuring our experienced and knowledgeable team: David Chu, Bessie Zhang, Vincent Shi, Toby Graham, Michael Chen and Michael Qin.

What does the Federal Budget mean for you?

Our Fast Facts provide an overview of the budget insights and potential opportunities from our team of experts. Tailored to your industry or business type, SW also reviews if the Federal Budget support measured up to expectations.

Take a look at what the Federal Budget means for you in 2022:

Agribusiness

Tourism, hospitality & gaming

Education

Individuals & SMEs

Energy & Resources

Property & infrastructure

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