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Ashington Advisory Helping business owners with independent advice, to build their business value, sales, mergers and acquisitions.

With substantial involvement with the family business sector, including our own family businesses, I have built up 30 years of experience working across various sectors, including hospitality & tourism, wine & vineyards, property investment, development and owning/operating real estate businesses across to farming & the financial markets, working in Venture capital and investment advising. I now share this knowledge that only seasoned experience can provide, including board advisory and directorships, independent meeting facilitation, transaction advice and supporting business owners to maximise their business value.

11/08/2026

The right digital tools don't just save you hours — they make your business sharper, more resilient, and far more attractive to a future buyer.

A quick read from business.gov.au that could set your business up for its next big move, whether that's growth, or a great sale down the track.

https://bit.ly/4bucV86

Find digital tools to help you improve your business operations and connect with customers and employees.

A good resource for business owners considering their next stage of growth — whether that's scaling up or planning ahead...
05/08/2026

A good resource for business owners considering their next stage of growth — whether that's scaling up or planning ahead with Ashington Advisory. Worth a read.

https://bit.ly/4hQfvZM

If your business is going well, you might want to look at ways to grow it. Follow our guide to start expanding your operations, revenue or market share.

Struggling to keep your team motivated? You might be asking the wrong question.The secret isn't motivating people after ...
15/07/2026

Struggling to keep your team motivated? You might be asking the wrong question.

The secret isn't motivating people after they join — it's hiring motivated people in the first place, then making sure you don't get in their way.

A great read from Australian Centre for Business Growth on one of the most common challenges business owners face. https://bit.ly/4vmUBF0

And if building a stronger, more valuable business is on your mind — get in touch with Kent for a confidential conversation.

How do you solve the motivation dilemma? You need to hire people who are already motivated, then make sure you don’t demotivate them.

15/07/2026

A digitally capable business is a more valuable business.

The Australian Government's Digital Solutions program gives small business owners access to up to 5 hours of one-on-one advice — covering AI, cybersecurity, social media, software and more — for a small fee.

https://bit.ly/4bFE5bU

If you're building towards a sale, getting your digital foundations right is something every buyer will notice.

Get in touch with Kent to talk about where your business is heading.

business.gov.au

Looking for advice for your small business? The Digital Solutions program offers small businesses low cost, high quality advice on a range of effective small business solutions.

What does it take to grow a business and sell it successfully? Alison Taylor co-founded PUMPNSEAL, grew it through a tou...
08/07/2026

What does it take to grow a business and sell it successfully?

Alison Taylor co-founded PUMPNSEAL, grew it through a tough mining downturn, doubled sales in three years — then sold to a UK listed company.

Her five lessons? Delegate early. Have the hard conversations. Build a plan and commit to it.

Great read from the Australian Centre for Business Growth: https://bit.ly/4vntoC7

The best exits start with intentional growth — and that's exactly what we help business owners build towards at Ashington Advisory. Get in touch with Kent to start that conversation.

Growth Expert Alison Taylor shares the five growth lessons she learnt after discovering business growth is a deliberate choice.

A lot of great learning and networking opportunities in the program, check it out.
01/07/2026

A lot of great learning and networking opportunities in the program, check it out.

The Small Business Week 2026 program has landed 🎉

Registrations are now open for free events, workshops and resources across South Australia from 17-21 August.

This year’s program focuses on practical support to help small and family businesses build resilience, strengthen capability and find new ways to grow.

Highlights include:
✔️ Small Business Expo
✔️ Women in Business event
✔️ Meet the Buyer
✔️ Sessions on AI, raising capital and employing staff, and more
✔️ On-demand content with expert insights

Explore the full program and register at https://bit.ly/4hRzE1H

Still doing everything yourself? That might be the problem. 56% of SME leaders admit to wearing too many hats. The skill...
30/06/2026

Still doing everything yourself? That might be the problem.

56% of SME leaders admit to wearing too many hats. The skills that build a business can also be the ones that hold it back.

A great read on why evolving your leadership is the key to growth, and a successful exit.

https://bit.ly/4tAhgwz

Hear from Lee Munro about how, in leadership, your personal ability to adapt is what determines the long-term success of your business.

AI adoption is quickly becoming a differentiator in business value.Businesses that use AI effectively are better positio...
22/06/2026

AI adoption is quickly becoming a differentiator in business value.

Businesses that use AI effectively are better positioned for improved efficiency, stronger systems, and scalable operations - all of which are key factors buyers look for when assessing a business.

The new www.ai.gov.au platform is a useful starting point for business owners looking to explore safe and responsible AI adoption.

Helping Australia unlock the benefits of AI Guidance, tools and resources to help Australian businesses use AI safely News and Insights The world game goes high-tech Football meets AI at the 2026 World Cup, with smarter tools designed to make decisions faster. Learn more Australia’s expectations f...

Is now the right time to buy or sell? It depends on your motivation, your readiness, and the advice you have beside you....
18/06/2026

Is now the right time to buy or sell?

It depends on your motivation, your readiness, and the advice you have beside you.

Worth a read: https://bit.ly/4tS41aR

At Ashington Advisory, we guide SA business owners with independent advice, to build their business value, sales, mergers and acquisitions.

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What M&A factors should businesses look at when they are deciding whether to acquire another company, or sell themselves?

Payday Super starts 1 July 2026. That's weeks away. From that date, superannuation must be paid every payday - not quart...
11/06/2026

Payday Super starts 1 July 2026. That's weeks away.

From that date, superannuation must be paid every payday - not quarterly. For SA business owners, that means tighter cash flow, stricter compliance, and no room for payroll errors.

If you're preparing for a business sale, this is also exactly the kind of housekeeping a buyer will scrutinise. Getting it right now builds a cleaner, more attractive business.

Worth reading before June is out: https://bit.ly/4fGQhvW

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Preparing for Payday Super is about understanding the new rules and ensuring payroll processes are reliable, repeatable and well understood across the business.

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