4 February, 2019

While on his trip in the French Alps, Michael shares the beauty of his holiday.

1 January, 2019

When so much time is spent at work, yet you also have personal goals, how do you find that elusive work-life balance?

24 December, 2018

After 20 years of advisory work, Glen Bower outlines the four traits he has consistently observed that distinguish successful business owners

17 December, 2018

Reviewing the year that's been in the financial markets and advice regarding the year to come.

10 December, 2018

Insight on what one of BLG's Managers will be making more time for this Summer - particularly in the beautiful Wollongong.

3 December, 2018

Given the drop in some housing prices and increases in the cost of borrowing, the property market is uncertain. What does this mean for you?

22 October, 2018

After some life-changing events, Andrew and Peta Murray decided to get back to basics and hit the road full-time.

3 September, 2018

What skills can participating in sport from an early age translate into as an adult?

6 August, 2018

Good leadership practices are important. Here are five must dos for building a winning team.

2 July, 2018

From the end of one financial year to the beginning of another. Where does the time go?

13 June, 2018

The most cost-effective marketing tactics tend to be online, and we suggest the top 5 to start with.

1 June, 2018

Continuously altering legislation complicates it and creates uncertainty on how it should be applied.

14 May, 2018

Scott Morrison’s 3rd federal budget focuses on personal tax reform over the next 7 years. The view is political so will it actually prove beneficial for Australia?

31 March, 2018

Australia has a population that is growing rapidly, but are we ready for it?

5 March, 2018

It is during difficult times I have personally found that I experience the most growth and good can come from new bonds with those who stand by you.

4 February, 2018

As our worlds starts to again increase in pace after the Christmas break, it is a great time to take stock.

8 January, 2018

I am recharged and ready for 2018 and grateful for a wonderful year that has been.

6 November, 2017

We give our take on the small business company tax reduction – a benefit or a cost?

4 September, 2017

I read a lot about the need for increased fairness and equity in society… that we are living in a…

7 August, 2017

Many of our staff and clients are keen football followers, and whether you follow Arsenal, such as our manager Phil…

2 July, 2017

The 30 June ‘deadline’ at the end of the financial year always represents a key annual milestone to me. Firstly…

4 June, 2017

Social media’s impact on our communications and interactions infiltrates all areas of society. An assistant professor of media and cinema…

30 April, 2017

I have been blessed during my career to meet, observe, talk to and share time with many ‘good’ people. Not…

3 April, 2017

With the change of season to autumn in recent weeks, the return of the football season is upon us –…

6 March, 2017

Recently I was asked to be on the board of a local sports club, and the first thought I had…

6 February, 2017

Life is short - everyone appears to know this. The scarcity of any resource always generally brings into focus how you utilise that resource.

21 December, 2016

Recently I went to a conference, one of the guest speakers was Dr Fiona Kerr and her topic was ‘Rewiring your brain’. Her message was so simple yet something we have to be reminded of to appreciate its importance.

13 December, 2016

The Government's Superannuation Reforms were passed on 23 November 2016, with changes taking effect from 1 July 2017. Find out what changes will affect you.

7 November, 2016

With the ever-present 24/7 news cycle and hype over big events, remember the importance of staying the course, managing the controllable and not letting the hype distract you from your goals.

4 October, 2016

I think Thomas Edison was onto something when he coined the quote above. Through hard work and doing your best, you develop a sense of satisfaction that you put enough effort in to get a result.

5 September, 2016

One of the many things that I have learnt from my clients is that they succeed if they do what…

29 August, 2016

The status of your staff, or workers, is very important to distinguish. Whether workers are classified as employees or independent contractors has…

1 August, 2016

Life is increasingly busy. Sometimes it’s great to take the opportunity to take a few deep breaths and have a…

4 July, 2016

For many years I followed the well-worn path of so many people by giving an absolute priority to the task…

1 June, 2016

It is paramount to have the correct structuring in place in order to effectively build your wealth or grow your…

18 May, 2016

We’ve been busy here at BLG Business Advisers – new brand, new website and some fantastic new videos featuring our directors.…

16 May, 2016

A much anticipated change this coming financial year is set to be the abolition of duty on the transfer of…

16 May, 2016

Negative gearing is a hugely popular strategy in Australia due to the associated tax benefits. As the election approaches, there…

11 May, 2016

With a double dissolution election on the way, and one of the longest election leads up in Australian history, it’s…

27 April, 2016

Interest rates could be cut again as soon as next month, throwing a wildcard into the election campaign, after the…