YOUR EXCLUSIVE INVITATION   
Trusts, tax & property: Navigating change
What the changing tax landscape means for property professionals

Please join us for an insightful discussion around the policy and tax changes shaping Australia’s property and construction sector and what they mean for professional services firms.

Gain practical insights to help you identify emerging risks and opportunities as the landscape continues to evolve.

The presentation will explore the national policy and tax reforms currently affecting business and property. We’ll examine what these changes could mean for business confidence, investment, employment, housing supply and economic development in the ACT and surrounding region.

We’ll also provide an update on recent tax changes coming out of the Federal Budget and their practical implications, including negative gearing, capital gains tax and discretionary trusts. 

A light lunch will be served.

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DETAILS

Date:
Tuesday, 24 November 2026


Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm AEDT



Venue: The Commonwealth Club
25 Forster Crescent
Yarralumla



Dress code: Business attire.

Please advise of any dietary requirements upon RSVP. 


Contact Jacqui Bond jacqui.bond@rsm.com.au for any queries
YOUR PRESENTERS
Ashlee Berry
ACT & Capital Region Executive Director,
Property Council of Australia

Ashlee is the lead advocate for the property sector in the Canberra region, championing better tax and investment settings and delivery of infrastructure, as well as housing supply and affordability....

Prior to joining the Property Council in 2024, Ashlee held senior roles in another industry association and a local law firm. Ashlee brings a strong focus on member and stakeholder engagement, ensuring the Property Council policies, through leadership and advocacy, deliver real benefit for the Canberra community.

Andrew Fernance
Director,
RSM Australia

Andrew is a Director in the Business Advisory division of RSM in Canberra. Specialising in small and medium business and taxation, Andrew has over 25 years’ experience in providing both tax compliance and business advisory services to clients of all sizes....

He excels in giving personalised service to clients and helping their business through its different stages from start-up to retirement and succession. Whilst tax is always important, asset protection is the most important thing and often forgotten. Andrew uses many strategies to help his clients protect their assets in a tax effective manner.

Claudia Tinnock
Director,
RSM Australia

Claudia is a Director in Business Advisory at RSM Australia, working closely with privately owned businesses and family groups across taxation, structuring and strategic business advisory. With almost 10 years at RSM, Claudia combines strong technical expertise with a practical, commercial approach, helping clients navigate complex issues and make confident business decisions. ...

She is an active member of the Property Council network and has a particular interest in supporting businesses operating within and alongside the property and professional services sectors.

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