Business

Navigating construction industry insolvency: Monitoring insolvent trading risks

Early engagement of professional advisers is critical not only to help directors avoid personal liability for...

07 October 2025 • By Trevor Withane

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Tax

RSM offers tax time tips for cash-strapped construction businesses

Without proper planning, construction businesses can find themselves frustrated by cash flow issues when tax time...

15 April 2025 • By Emma Partis

Business

Clunky workflows, talent shortages hampering construction finance teams

Finance professionals working in the construction industry have highlighted inefficient workflows and talent shortages...

24 March 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Regulation

Tax Office flags concerns with related-party financing in construction

The ATO has raised concerns about some businesses claiming excessive debt deductions and shifting profits overseas in...

11 December 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Positive signs for retail and construction in latest business survey

Business conditions fell slightly in March but there are signs of improvement in both the retail and construction...

10 April 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

A New Dawn: Transformation of the Construction Landscape through Decennial...

A pivotal shift in the construction industry is on the way.

15 February 2024 • By Duncan Ferenczy

Business

Construction insolvencies on the rise as building approvals drop

This financial year has already seen hundreds of insolvencies in the construction sector as the number of approved...

01 September 2023 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Digital and construction disputes push ASBFEO past milestone

In seven years of operation, the ombudsman has helped more than 40,000 small businesses.

01 August 2023 • By Philip King

Regulation

Director banned for failed construction companies owing $20m

ASIC imposes maximum penalty for phoenix activity and deceitful SMSF scheme.

07 July 2023 • By Philip King

Business

Surging construction costs stall residential builds

A 30 per cent increase in building charges means a rising number of projects are being put on hold, says KPMG.

19 May 2023 • By Josh Needs

Business

Hospitality, construction face highest insolvency risk

Pressure on discretionary spending and rising costs are accelerating the risk of insolvency for the food and beverage...

21 April 2023 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Cracks in construction won’t be filled by home owners warranty

Collapses in the industry highlight structural weaknesses, but there were danger signs in the data and so it’s time...

06 April 2023 • By Eddie Senatore

Business

Landmark case a game-changer for struggling construction sector

A supreme court decision means insolvent businesses in administration will be able to still recoup costs from debtors.

07 March 2023 • By Josh Needs

Business

Construction companies account for 30% of insolvencies

Labour shortages, supply chain issues and weather all took their toll, BDO survey finds.

16 February 2023 • By Keeli Cambourne

Business

Construction industry next under ESG microscope

The construction sector was found to be responsible for approximately 40 per cent of global energy-related carbon...

14 November 2022 • By Josh Needs

Technology

Construction management software integrates with QuickBooks

The incorporation of cloud accounting packages will enable the business to further its growth, says NextMinute CEO.

10 November 2022 • By Josh Needs

Business

Construction industry could collapse ‘like a house of cards’

A single insolvency could trigger a wave of bankruptcies and builders need to know how to protect themselves, says...

28 October 2022 • By Philip King

Technology

Introducing Shoebox Payroll; a Platform for Better Payroll Efficiency

The Shoebox franchise group has launched a payroll platform built for bookkeepers & accountants. We’ve made payroll...

17 October 2022 • By Shoebox Books & Tax