20% Reduction in HECS/HELP loans, and new ATO Rules for Repayments
November 11, 2025
The government announced at the last election that they would reduce most study and training support loans by 20%.
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HQB first started trading in 1955 as Allen C Hogbin Accountants and Auditors. Over six decades this once small, regional accounting firm has morphed and grown to become a leading partner to regional businesses from Cairns to Victoria.
While our name has changed and the firm has expanded, our dedication to providing quality, professional services to businesses and individuals endures.
We treat all our clients as valued partners. Each client, no matter how big or small, has a Partner and a Manager on their team, and clients know that the Partners are available and involved with their business.
Thanks to a program of perpetual systems improvement, our team manage your taxation and compliance needs seamlessly, in an accurate and timely manner.
Our audit capabilities are unique for a regional firm, with partners licensed to manage both company audits and SMSF audits.
Our Partners are Chartered Accountants and act as advisors to business clients, giving them the benefit of their business acumen and exposure to a wide range of regional businesses. We care about your business success, offering reliable, practical and commercial business reporting and advice to help you to make wise and informed business decisions.
Our connection with the local Coffs Coast community runs deep. Not only do we work to ensure that local businesses prosper, we also dedicate time and resources to ensuring that our community is strong, supporting local arts and sporting events.
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HQB treat all our clients as valued business partners. Each client, no matter how big or small, has a Partner and a Manager on their team. Our Partners are qualified Chartered Accountants and clients know that the Partners are available and involved with their business.
Ian Hogbin
Managing Partner
James Davis
Partner
Catherine Stojcevska
Partner
Brad Sheaves
Partner
David Gorman
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Key Community Golf Day 2025
November 3, 2025
HQB were one of the proud sponsors of the amazing team at Key Community Group’s Charity Golf Day!
Super – what happens if I put too much in?
November 3, 2025
There are caps that restrict how much you can contribute to your superfund each year, but what happens if you put too much money in?
2025 Young Guns Workshop
October 24, 2025
Earlier this week, a group of our leadership team made their way to the Gold Coast to attend the 2025 Young Guns Workshop, a product of the great minds behind Smithink.
Congratulations, Breana!
October 16, 2025
This month we are celebrating Breana becoming a fully certified CA (Chartered Accountant). She is now 1 of our 13 CAs at the firm. She’s put in years of hard work, and we couldn’t be happier for her!
Large Superannuation Balances – Further Changes!
October 16, 2025
The Federal Government have today announced some proposed changes to the controversial tax on super balances over $3 million (Division 296 tax).