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The bottom line – NVES as a market shaping mechanism

Key points: New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) is a powerful economic lever that extends far beyond emissions policy, reshaping strategy, pricing and competitiveness across Australia’s automotive value chain. Suppliers and dealers that actively adapt their portfolios, manage unit positions and respond to supply volatility will be best placed to avoid penalties and capture new sources […]

The top 10 challenges, defining the Australian automotive industry in 2026

Key points: NVES penalties are already driving aggressive OEM behaviours that will distort pricing, squeeze dealer margins and expose which brands have the resilience to compete sustainably in the Australian market. As front-end margins tighten, performance will depend on controllable levers like used cars, fixed operations, disciplined sales processes and stronger F&I outcomes, which are […]

Why your wholesale success won’t guarantee retail victory

Key points: Wholesale success doesn’t automatically translate to retail capability Retail is a capability shift, not just a channel shift – requiring new skills, systems and investment Retail demands broader product ranges than the specialist focus that works in wholesale The allure of higher margins and direct customer relationships in the retail world is more […]

Brisbane’s Sustainability Report FY2025 marks the beginning

Key points  Pitcher Partners Brisbane has released its inaugural 2025 Sustainability Report, establishing a baseline for the firm’s ESG performance  The report highlights progress across environmental, social and governance pillars, including wellbeing initiatives, community partnerships, emissions measurement and strengthened governance practices  The report acknowledges the Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards published by the AASB and reflects […]

The unprepared controller: when smooth wealth transfer depends on one person

Key points Too often wealth transfer plans depend on one person, making them fragile when life changes Stress testing plans against real-life scenarios reveals gaps before they cause problems Closing knowledge gaps and strengthening governance are critical Families that plan realistically protect both their wealth and their relationships Wealth transfer plans often look complete, with […]

Teaching kids about money: building financial smarts at every age

Key points: Start early: Teaching kids about money through age-appropriate concepts like earning, saving, and goal-setting builds lifelong financial habits. Empower teens: Introducing budgeting, compound interest, and the risks of debt equips teenagers to make smarter financial decisions. Support young adults: Encouraging financial goals, emergency funds, insurance, and estate planning helps young adults navigate independence […]

Keeping more of what you earn: smart tax strategies for high-income earners

Key points: Paying tax is inevitable, but paying more than you need to isn’t. Approach your finances like you would any other investment: with a clear plan, smart structures, and the flexibility to adjust as laws and circumstances change. Tax optimisation isn’t about loopholes or quick fixes, it’s about being deliberate, proactive, and strategic. For […]

Update on the proposed $3m super balance tax

Key points The Federal Government have recently announced plans to redesign the proposed tax on earnings for people with more than $3 million in super. In a nutshell, the main changes are: a move to creating two tiers (earnings on balances greater than $3m and $10m); indexation of each of the tiers; an additional tax […]

Division 296 Tax: Major changes announced

Treasurer Jim Chalmers announced a significant overhaul of the government’s proposed Division 296 tax, the measure designed to reduce superannuation tax concessions for individuals with very large super balances. The changes mark a clear shift in policy direction – softening some of the most controversial features of the original proposal and introducing a more graduated, […]

Charitable Committee report 2024–25: Pitcher Partners Melbourne

We’re proud to present Pitcher Partners Melbourne’s latest Charitable Committee report, celebrating another year of meaningful community impact.   Guided by our “making business personal” philosophy, our people, clients, and partners have come together to support causes that matter most – especially as economic pressures continue to affect communities across Victoria.  Making a difference together This […]

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