News & Insights

Peter and Travis recently spent time in Bali joining our friends at Helm Advisory, GM Advisory, and Insolve for their Litigation & Insolvency Conference. 

Jessica Barnes has recently joined the B&T Advisory team. In this article we learn a bit more about her experience and how she is enjoying being part of the team so far!

The Flow-On Effect for Business Owners

Allan Manzi shares how working across three countries has shaped his career, why he enjoys the problem-solving side of insolvency and the book that has had the biggest impact on him. 

The Sydney office has had a busy 12 months, with continued growth, a new team member and a move into a new office. In this update, Troy Graham shares what he’s learnt over the past year, what he’s s…

This month’s case study follows the restructuring of a teaching college that was facing liquidation. By exploring a voluntary administration instead, the business continued trading, employees kept t…

The “Tranche 2” anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) reforms under the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 (Cth) (AML/CTF), which went into effec…

This was quite a significant budget, as confirmed by the long-tail media coverage we’ve seen over the past few weeks. From an insolvency and restructuring perspective, it’s clear that the budget was…

Small Business Restructures (SBRs) were introduced to help struggling companies address solvency issues without having to undergo a formal insolvency appointment. They remain a viable solution fo…

Insolvency can arise quickly when regulatory risk intersects with business operations. Recent enforcement action in Queensland’s tobacco sector highlights how even a seemingly solvent business can co…

The current fuel shock is already reshaping insolvency risk across industries in Australia. While transport businesses are feeling the pressure first, the effects will not be limited to a single sect…

We recently completed a challenging engagement that came to us via an urgent phone call from a distressed business owner. Through a collaborative “all hands on deck” approach we were able to deliver…

From July 1, Payday Super will change the timing of superannuation payments. Employees will now need to be paid their superannuation contribution within seven business days of their payday. Whilst a…

After one of the busiest years in recent memory, the year ahead is shaping up to be even more demanding, particularly as the ATO takes a firmer and more active approach to restructuring proposals…

Morgan is an undergraduate with just over 1 year of experience in insolvency, and is currently completing his Bachelor’s in Business, majoring in Accounting.

Ramizul is a graduate who recently commenced his career in the insolvency industry.

After one of the busiest years in recent memory, the year ahead is shaping up to be even more demanding, particularly as the ATO takes a firmer and more active approach to restructuring proposals…

As we come to the end of 2025, on behalf of the entire B&T Advisory Team, I want to extend my thanks and well wishes to our clients, referral partners, colleagues, and the broader professional commun…

Managing Director Peter Biazos shares his journey into Insolvency.

As we wrap up another fast-paced and challenging year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what 2025 has meant for the insolvency landscape in Australia. At B&T Advisory, we’ve seen these shifts firs…

In the insolvency space, many formal appointments, such as liquidations and voluntary administrations, often end with the company’s deregistration. In most cases, that means the business closes perma…

By Peter Biazos, Managing Director We recently hosted a group of some of our valued Gold Coast referrers for an intimate lunch at the impressive Edgewater Dining & Lounge. We were honoured to h…

Seth Cooper shares how he fell into insolvency and what he’s learnt from working on over 50 SBRs across Tasmania and Queensland.

B&T Advisory was proud to sponsor WIRQ’s recent “AfterWIRQ Drinks” event, a networking gathering that brought together over 50 professionals from across the insolvency and restructuring industry.

By Peter Biazos, Managing Director We are proud to share that B&T Advisory has once again been recognised as one of Australia’s leading insolvency firms. In the latest Insolvency Australia an…

Khaled Shindy, shares his journey into insolvency, from his first start as an accounting graduate to helping companies manage debt with empathy and insight.

Discover how early intervention and trusted referrals from accountants can lead to successful business turnarounds, even in the face of insolvency.

Travis and I recently attended a Conference in Bali, an event that brought together approximately 40 insolvency field professionals from Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane.

Steve Jardie, Manager at our Brisbane office shares how he came to insolvency after a career change and what keeps him in the industry.

In this article, I am reflecting on the key insights I shared during my Panel Discussion and the essential points accountants and lawyers need to know when advising clients.

It was a pleasure to host our B&T Advisory EOFY Breakfast, which brought together an impressive line-up of professionals from the insolvency, turnaround, and legal sectors.

Discover how early intervention and trusted referrals from accountants can lead to successful business turnarounds, even in the face of insolvency.

Timothy Pope, Senior Manager at our Brisbane office shares how he got started in insolvency, what drives him, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. What inspired you to pursue a career in inso…

Approximately a year ago, a law firm we work closely with introduced us to their client, a well-known group of takeaway shops operating in Brisbane.

Meet Neil, our experienced insolvency specialist who brings real-world business experience to help struggling business owners navigate financial challenges. What inspired you to pursue a career in i…

Understand Director Penalty Notices (DPNs), ATO debt recovery, and lockdown DPN risks. Essential advice for lawyers and accountants advising company directors.

In the lead up to the 2025 Federal Election outcome over the weekend, many people were asking me if I thought the outcome would affect business owners.

It spins back to university days. We had one elective, an insolvency law elective, and the professor was quite an eccentric sort of guy. A lot of people wanted to take his course because he made it r…

I’ve always been pretty good with numbers. At school, I probably would have ended up in either engineering, accounting, or economics.

Approximately a year ago, a law firm we work closely with introduced us to their client, a well-known group of takeaway shops operating in Brisbane.

In the lead up to the 2025 Federal Election outcome over the weekend, many people were asking me if I thought the outcome would affect business owners.