After SBR: Staying Compliant & Avoiding Repeat Distress
Getting a restructuring plan accepted by creditors is a genuine achievement. For many Melbourne directors, completing a small business restructuring feels like the end of the pressure, the missed payments, the ATO letters and the sleepless nights over cash flow. In reality, it is the start of a new phase. What you do in the […]
SBR vs Business Liquidation: A Director’s Decision Guide
You are behind on the ATO. Suppliers are calling. And a question you have been avoiding keeps surfacing: is it time to restructure, or is this heading toward business liquidation? That decision is rarely simple, and the wrong move can expose you personally. For Melbourne directors under creditor pressure, the gap between early advice and […]
SBR Eligibility Checklist: Liabilities, Tax and Entitlements
If your company is struggling with mounting debt and you are exploring a small business restructure, the first question you need to answer is straightforward: does your business actually qualify? The Small Business Restructuring (SBR) process offers eligible companies a streamlined pathway to negotiate debt compromises with creditors, including the ATO. But it comes with […]
Small Business Restructuring (SBR) Explained: How It Works + Timeline
If you are a company director dealing with mounting ATO debt, creditor pressure or a cash flow crisis that will not let up, you have likely heard the term SBR thrown around by your accountant, your lawyer or late at night in a Google search. Small business restructuring is one of the most significant changes […]
What Is a Restructuring Practitioner?
If you are a company director dealing with mounting ATO debt, creditor demands or a cash flow crisis, you have probably started searching for answers. One term that surfaces quickly is ‘restructuring practitioner’. But what does a restructuring practitioner actually do, how much do they charge, and do you lose control of your business the […]
Why Small Business Restructuring Plans Fail: 10 Mistakes
If you are a director carrying tax debt and looking for a way through, the small business restructuring process can feel like a lifeline. It lets you compromise company debts while you stay in control of your business. Yet a worrying number of plans never make it across the line. The reason is rarely bad […]
Debt Management Plan vs SBR: Which Path Is Right?
When your business is carrying unsustainable debt, you face a decision that matters more than most. Do you manage creditors informally through a debt management plan, or is a formal Small Business Restructure (SBR) the right pathway for your situation? For Melbourne directors, the stakes are personal. Get it wrong and you risk escalating personal […]
ATO Pressure: What the Crackdown Means for SBR
The ATO is no longer sending gentle reminders. Across Australia, the ATO small business restructuring crackdown is real, it is accelerating, and it is landing on the desks of directors who thought they had more time. If your business carries tax debt, you need to understand what this pressure looks like and what your options […]
AS Advisory Named Advisory Firm of the Year
AS Advisory has been named Advisory Firm of the Year at the 2026 Australian Accounting Awards – a milestone that reflects the trust our clients, referral partners and business owners place in us every day. But what matters most isn’t the recognition; it’s the impact we have helping business owners overcome challenges, build resilient and profitable businesses, and prevent avoidable failure. Here’s a look at how our team supports clients across Business Advisory, Restructuring & Turnaround, and Forensic Accounting — and what’s ahead.