Australian Bookkeepers Network

Australian Bookkeepers Network The Australian Bookkeepers Network (ABN) has been leading the Bookkeeping industry with innovative ideas and practical business solutions for over 20 years!

The Australian Bookkeepers Network (ABN) stands as Australia's premier bookkeeping organisation, with over two decades of industry leadership. Offering innovative solutions and tailored technical resources, ABN supports bookkeepers at every stage of their bookkeeping journey. ABN members enjoy immediate access to a comprehensive suite of resources, coupled with a complimentary membership to the Australian Bookkeepers Association (ABA), recognised by the Tax Practitioners Board. Designed exclusively for bookkeepers, ABN provides a range of products and services crafted by industry experts. This includes technical resources to build businesses, maintain compliance, and stay ahead in the field. Join ABN to benefit from unparalleled support and become part of a community of like-minded bookkeepers, business owners, and industry experts. Your membership is not just a credential but a gateway to collaborative growth and shared success.

Just a quick note that the ABN office will be closed over the Easter long weekend.We’ll be back on Tuesday 7th April and...
01/04/2026

Just a quick note that the ABN office will be closed over the Easter long weekend.
We’ll be back on Tuesday 7th April and ready to help with any enquiries.

Wishing our members and the wider bookkeeping community a safe and restful Easter 🐰

31/03/2026

Australian Bookkeepers Association (ABA) & Australian Bookkeepers Network (ABN) wish Matthew Addison well in his retirement. We congratulate him and acknowledge his achievements over the last 20 years as they have been significant. It has been a pleasure to work with him and his team since its inception, where our two organisations have fought for the recognition and formalisation the Australian bookkeeping profession deserved.

In a statement from ABA director Peter Thorp “having worked with Matthew over the last 20 years I will miss him and the collaboration we enjoyed on the government representation front, together working for the betterment of this wonderful profession.”

The entire boards of ABA & ABN wish Matthew well in retirement, we thank him for his contribution during his tenure that witnessed a period of great change, great challenge, and great development for the Australian bookkeeping profession.

Introducing our OPENING Keynote Speaker: Anthony Laye! 🌴Behaviour Expert, Anthony Laye has an exceptional ability to und...
31/03/2026

Introducing our OPENING Keynote Speaker: Anthony Laye! 🌴

Behaviour Expert, Anthony Laye has an exceptional ability to understand how we think and behave. His tagline 'I know what you're thinking' is the essence of his presentations that aim to empower individuals and organisations with powerful tools for success.

Through Anthony's insights, you can elevate your professional communication to stand out, win trust and amplify your influence.

He also shows you how to understand and influence the way you are thinking too, so you can build more self confidence and awareness.

By mastering these techniques, you will achieve stronger connections, more productive collaborations, and a level of leadership that truly resonates.

Grab your tickets (Early bird allocation is ALMOST exhausted, so get in quick!) to see Anthony at The Bookkeeper Event 2026! 🌊
https://bkevent.com.au/

This is where bookkeepers will be in October.🌴 Sunshine Coast📅 8–10 October 2026Three days to step out of the day-to-day...
26/03/2026

This is where bookkeepers will be in October.

🌴 Sunshine Coast
📅 8–10 October 2026

Three days to step out of the day-to-day, get clarity on what’s changing, and connect with people who actually understand the work you do.

Because doing this job is easier when you’re not doing it alone.

Get your tickets here: https://bkevent.com.au/
(grab your early bird tickets before the allocation is exhausted!)

We’re all set up and ready for First Class Accounts Conference on the Gold Coast! Who will we see there? 👋🏼
25/03/2026

We’re all set up and ready for First Class Accounts Conference on the Gold Coast! Who will we see there? 👋🏼

🚨Important update for BAS Agents and bookkeepers using AI tools 🚨The Tax Practitioners Board has released draft guidance...
25/03/2026

🚨Important update for BAS Agents and bookkeepers using AI tools 🚨

The Tax Practitioners Board has released draft guidance on the use of AI and AI tools and how the Code of Professional Conduct interacts.

You can read the draft here: https://www.tpb.gov.au/exposure-draft-tpbi-d622026-use-artificial-intelligence-and-code-professional-conduct

A few big takeaways from the guidance:
• AI can help with productivity and efficiency… but it does not replace your professional judgement.
• The practitioner still remains responsible for:
o the accuracy of the work
o taking reasonable care
o applying the law correctly

One of the biggest issues in the draft highlights the importance of client confidentiality when putting client information into an AI chatbot.

The guidance suggests that when dealing with client confidentiality, practitioners should be thinking about:
• engagement letter wording and consent processes
• privacy and data storage
• TFN and other confidential details handling
• review of AI-generated outputs for accuracy
• staff processes and the use of AI controls

Ultimately, when using AI for professional purposes, it’s about how to use it ethically, and compliantly.

If you would like to make a Submission in respect to the draft guidance these can be made to tpbsubmissions@tpb.gov.au

Alternatively, leave your comments below and we will review when undertaking our submission.

Submissions close on 21 April 2026.

For many bookkeepers and BAS Agents, the Tax Ombudman’s review of the ATO’s registered agent phone line and service offe...
24/03/2026

For many bookkeepers and BAS Agents, the Tax Ombudman’s review of the ATO’s registered agent phone line and service offer to agents represents a turning point.

The report, released in late 2025, identified key areas for improvement, particularly gaps in Online Services for Agents (OSfA), service quality on the ATO’s registered agent phone line, and ongoing issues with Client Agent Linking (CAL).

In response, the ATO has agreed to adopt almost all of the report’s recommendations, signalling a willingness to reset its relationship with the profession.

Read the full article about the report here: https://austbook.net/news/Tax-Ombudsman-report-introduction

From where we'd rather be... 🌴☀️🌊or rather... From where we WILL be 😎🌴 The Bookkeeper Event 2026📍 Novotel Sunshine Coast...
20/03/2026

From where we'd rather be... 🌴☀️🌊

or rather...

From where we WILL be 😎

🌴 The Bookkeeper Event 2026
📍 Novotel Sunshine Coast
📅 8th-10th October
🎫 bkevent.com.au

Early Bird Member ticket for only $1199 (GST Inc)
(50/50 payment option available)
Early Bird tickets are limited - secure yours now!

We had a GREAT time at Accounting & Business Expo 2026! We loved meeting new people and seeing old faces over the past c...
19/03/2026

We had a GREAT time at Accounting & Business Expo 2026! We loved meeting new people and seeing old faces over the past couple of days 🧡

Thank you to everyone who said hi, attended one of the sessions, and learnt more about who we are and what we do! And thank you, of course, to for putting on another huge event 👏🏼

Until next year! 🗓️

Another packed session for ABN director, Peter Thorp! What a great start to day TWO of Accounting & Business Expo 2026!
19/03/2026

Another packed session for ABN director, Peter Thorp! What a great start to day TWO of Accounting & Business Expo 2026!

ABNs Peter Thorp discussing the hot topic of Payday Super at Accounting & Business Expo not a spare seat to be found!
19/03/2026

ABNs Peter Thorp discussing the hot topic of Payday Super at Accounting & Business Expo not a spare seat to be found!

Full house for ABN director, Kelvin Deer’s session this afternoon at Accounting & Business Expo! Who was there? 👀🙋🏽‍♂️
18/03/2026

Full house for ABN director, Kelvin Deer’s session this afternoon at Accounting & Business Expo!

Who was there? 👀🙋🏽‍♂️

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