Running a successful small business means more than surviving tax time. The decisions you make about your business structure, cash flow, and compliance throughout the year influence your business's operations, growth and how prepared you are to meet your tax obligations.
This practical 2-hour workshop is designed to help Moreton Bay small business owners move beyond the basics and build a stronger, more tax-effective business for the long term.
Workshop details
Date: Tuesday 29 September 2026
Time: 10am–12pm (please arrive at 9.45am for a 10am start)
Location: UniSC Moreton Bay, 1 Moreton Parade, Petrie QLD
Format: In-person, interactive, places limited
What you'll learn
Led by Dr Kirsty Redgen, this workshop will help you build smarter tax habits, reduce risk, and set your business up for sustainable growth.
- Choosing the right business structure for growth, tax effectiveness and risk management
- Managing cash flow, tax obligations, director loans and business debt throughout the year
- Recent tax changes and what they mean for your business
- Preparing for ATO scrutiny, compliance reviews and common tax risk areas
- Building sustainable tax, bookkeeping and record-keeping habits
- Navigating ATO systems and support services effectively
The workshop is practical and jargon-free, with examples drawn from real small business scenarios. There will also be time for your questions.
Who should attend
This workshop is designed for:
- Small business owners and sole traders in the Moreton Bay region ready to think beyond tax time
- Business owners who have recently changed structure or are considering doing so
- Anyone looking to strengthen their financial systems and reduce compliance risk
You don't need any prior tax knowledge to attend.
Registration
Places are limited to ensure an interactive learning environment. To secure your place, complete the registration form below.
About the presenter
Dr Kirsty Redgen is an experienced Chartered Accountant and Certified Practicing Accountant, and Lecturer of Accounting at the University of the Sunshine Coast.
She has been coordinating and delivering accounting courses at the University of the Sunshine Coast since 2012.
Kirsty brings a clear practical approach to tax education and has a track record of translating accounting concepts for non-specialist audiences.
City of Moreton Bay Business Boost Initiative
This workshop is supported by the City of Moreton Bay Business Boost Initiative, which sponsors UniSC Tax Clinic workshops for small businesses across the Moreton Bay region.
Legal disclaimer: This session is information only, delivered by UniSC academics. Please seek professional tax and financial advice as required.