The Thinking Behind Fireside
Strategic frameworks, timeless principles, and business philosophy from the minds inside our network. This is how we think—and how we help business owners succeed.
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Labor's 30% Trust Tax: What It Means for 200,000 Australian Small Businesses
The Albanese Government has introduced legislation for a minimum 30% tax on discretionary trust income from 1 July 2028. Here's who could be affected and what business owners should do now.
Government Backs Down on the ATO Credit Card Ban Following Small Business Backlash
The Albanese Government has delayed plans to stop the ATO accepting credit card payments for tax bills until 30 June 2027 — raising a bigger question about who bears the cost of electronic payments.
Business Advice, Coaching and Advisory Organisations Around Australia
A look at the broader landscape of business advisory, coaching and support organisations across Australia — including SBAAS, Consultancy.com.au, Asuria, Small Business Australia, MGI South Queensland and Creative Entrepreneur — and where Fireside fits in.
Fireside Business Advice Network Session – June 29 - With Jason McNamara
Jason McNamara from Jota Finance joins Fireside on Monday 29 June for a practical discussion on recent lending and policy changes affecting investors, homeowners and business owners across Australia.
Fireside Webinar 15th June '26 7:45-9pm: Responding to the Budget
Tim Sherlock from Ready1 Group joins Fireside on Monday 15 June for a practical session on the latest Budget, tax rule changes, and what business owners should be paying attention to now.
From -$24 to Building an 8-Figure Business: James Grafton Joins Fireside for Our Next Event
James Grafton joins Fireside to share how he went from -$24 in the bank to building businesses with $10M+ revenue and 50+ staff — plus a live Q&A for business owners ready to grow with more clarity and control.
Fireside Networking Kicks Off This Monday
A relaxed online networking session for business owners, operators, and professionals looking to build genuine connections, share ideas, and meet good people inside the Fireside community.
Expression of Interest: Partner With or Take Over Upkeepers
We're opening expressions of interest for someone to partner on, invest in, or take over Upkeepers — a platform built to genuinely support Australian trades and service operators.
We're Expanding the Fireside Panel — Do You Have What It Takes?
Fireside Business Advice has grown to over 20,000 men — and the demand for trusted, high-calibre operators has never been higher. Here's what we are currently looking for...
