We understand our success as a firm relies on the success of our people, and their ability to give their best to our clients and the communities in which we operate. That’s why we place our people at the centre of everything we do.
My goal with the cloud-based bookkeeping team is to provide a seamless and efficient outsourced bookkeeping, Advisory and/or virtual CFO service for clients so they can focus on the day-to-day and not worry about their finances.
I love to pick up a MYOB/Xero file and organise it to make it easier for the user and ensure my clients or team are learning how to prepare a tidy Xero/MYOB file for a faster and more accurate outcome.
Whilst I’m proud of having completed my CAANZ course to become a Chartered Accountant, my passion is still around the bookkeeping/management reporting space due to having grown up with my family running a local small business and being able to relate to clients on this level and finding them time to focus on the business or their family.
Outside of work I enjoy renovating my house, going to Pilates and trying to get a green thumb to have a beautiful garden.
Catherine has over 30 years of experience in administration and has been a key member of our accounting firm since 2010. Her extensive knowledge of office management, organisational efficiency, and client relations has played a vital role in our firm’s smooth operations. Catherine excels in streamlining processes, implementing effective workflows, and fostering a positive work environment.
Known for her attention to detail, exceptional organisational skills, and proactive approach to problem-solving, Catherine consistently ensures that our team is well-supported and that client needs are met promptly and professionally. Her dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence make her an invaluable asset to our firm and a trusted colleague to all who work with her.
Outside of work, Catherine enjoys travelling.
Damien is a dedicated and passionate Chartered Accountant with a strong focus on helping businesses succeed. With over 30 years of professional experience, both in industry and public practice, he has developed extensive skills in taxation, GST, financial reporting and analysis, management reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
Throughout his career, he has developed close relationships with clients of all sizes and across numerous industries, providing tailored accounting and tax solutions that align with their unique goals. Whether it’s optimising tax strategies, refining management and financial reports for better decision-making, developing comprehensive budgets or troubleshooting, he is strongly committed to adding value and ensuring his clients’ success.
His approach isn’t just about numbers—it’s about understanding the bigger picture and helping businesses navigate financial landscapes and the tax maze with peace of mind that their business and income tax affairs are in good hands .
Outside of work, you’ll find Damien with his wife and 2 teenage boys, on a golf course or seeking out a trivia night.
Emma-Rose is an enthusiastic Chartered Accountant and Tax Manager at Newton and Henry.
While she serves clients across various industries, Emma-Rose has developed a particularly strong focus on the agricultural sector.
Her expertise in agribusiness tax planning, compliance, and strategy, coupled with her deep understanding of the industry’s unique challenges, makes her a trusted advisor for optimizing financial performance and ensuring long-term growth.
Outside of work, Emma-Rose is an avid traveller who enjoys exploring new destinations with her partner.
Gail started in public practice accounting over 30 years ago and, with over 25 years as a CA, has had a variety of experiences with roles including business tax and financial statement preparation, audit, and management accounting during that time. Gail works with clients many areas including primary production, fishing, pharmacy, retail, and investment. Gail has a knowledge of a number of accounting packages and knows more about fuel businesses than the average person filling up their vehicle at the service station. Gail likes to believe that everything is fixable, well most things are, and always having a positive attitude makes every day better.
Outside of work Gail enjoys spending time in the outdoors, walking with her labrador, and time with friends and family.
Georgie Ashlin is a manager at Newton & Henry, where she specialises in carbon accounting, she assists clients in navigating the complexities of carbon reporting, ensuring they meet compliance requirements while enhancing their sustainability profiles. Her role involves developing tailored strategies for reducing carbon footprints, identifying opportunities for emission reductions, and implementing effective reporting mechanisms.
Outside of her professional life, Georgie is an active board member of Triathlon Tasmania and frequently participates in events statewide. Her passion for health and fitness reflects a commitment to personal well-being and environmental care. She also loves spending time on Tasmania’s east coast with her family and friends.
Professional experience
With over 20 years of experience, Jim provides tax, accounting and advisory services across a broad range of clients in varying industries but with higher weighting towards the agricultural and manufacturing sectors.
Jim has accumulated his experience from working both in public practice and in industry. He worked for Sandvik Mining & Construction for six years in varying roles including APAC business controller for underground mining and as Global Financial Director for Supply Chain Transformation based in Amsterdam.
Jim held the role of Commercial General Manager for Tasmanian Irrigation Pty Ltd for the three years when it was established during which time he developed the water entitlements contracts, led the water sales process, managed government funding and the finance function.
Jim spends a considerable amount if his time in North-East Tasmania and is active in the community as a patrolling member and Treasurer of the Bridport Surf Life Saving Club Inc. He is also the President of the Old Scotch Collegians Football Club Inc and enjoys spending time supporting his four daughters sporting activities.
Jim is a Certified Figured consultant and keep help you to best utilise it to build a more profitable and sustainable farming business.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Business, University of Tasmania
Member of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ)
Kellie is an experienced Chartered Accountant with over 15 years of experience in public practice. She specialises in providing financial reporting, tax planning and compliance with regulatory standards. I enjoy working with a diverse range of clients, including small business, high net wealth individuals and entrepreneurs, helping them navigate the complex financial and tax situations, and achieve their goals. I pride myself on my commitment to providing personalised service to my clients and fostering my long-term relationships.
Outside of work I enjoy spending time with gardening and baking with my husband and two boys.
Kieran is a recent addition to the Newton & Henry team, moving across from Melbourne and the Australian Taxation Office last year. Kieran graduated from RMIT University and is a member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ).
Kieran brings a broad range of expertise to our team, having worked across a range of different business groups in the public service, including corporate governance, GST compliance and international reviews.
Kieran is currently focused on providing international cross boarder taxation guidance and advice for new and emerging technologies, and the development of a new corporate governance service offering.
Outside of work, Kieran enjoys playing football and exploring everything his new home in Tasmania has to offer
Professional experience
Michael has in excess of 30 years of experience, providing commercial and taxation related advice to a large range of clients in both the private and public sector.
Michael has extensive experience in the provision of advice to entities across Tasmania with a particular focus on health, property and agricultural sectors. He specialises in the development of tax effective structures and the provision of taxation advice to a wide range of sectors covering income tax, goods and services tax, fringe benefits tax and payroll tax.
Michael has led the way in the adoption of cloud-based business applications and can provide practical advice to clients on the best options for their business.
Michael is an active member of the Launceston community and is the current Treasurer of Launceston Festivale Committee Inc.
Qualifications & Memberships
Master of Taxation, University of New South Wales
(where Michael was awarded a University Medal)
Bachelor of Commerce, University of Tasmania
Fellow of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ)
Fellow, Taxation Institute of Australia (Chartered Tax Advisor)
Registered Tax Agent
RG 146 Advisory accredited
Professional experience
Nigel has over 30 years experience as a Chartered Accountant and he delivers accounting, tax and advisory services to a wide cross section of clients within the Tasmanian market.
Nigel specialises in commercial advice to private business clients of all sizes, predominately in the agricultural, medical, property, food & beverage and hospitality sectors. He has a passion for estate and succession planning, particularly within the agricultural sector.
Nigel is an active member of the Launceston community and previously served as the President of the Northern Hawks Netball Club.
Qualifications & Memberships
Bachelor of Business, University of Tasmania
Registered Tax Agent
Member of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ)
Member of The Tax Institute of Australia
Professional experience
Sam is a recent addition to the Newton & Henry team, having spent the first 10 years of his career in a Big-4 firm, specialising in the provision of audit, assurance and advisory services. He has extensive experience from servicing large and complex audit clients for ASX listed, multi-national and large private companies within both the Tasmanian and mainland markets.
He brings a broad range of assurance expertise to the team in the field of internal and compliance audits, technical financial accounting and reporting, risk governance and assurance related skills to advise his clients on.
Qualifications
Chartered Accountant | SMSF Specialist
With over 15 years of experience in the accounting field, Tahlia is a distinguished Chartered Accountant specialising in Self Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs). She delivers tax and accounting services tailored to a diverse range of individuals and small business entities, with a particular interest in the agriculture sector.
Tahlia is highly regarded for her extensive knowledge in SMSFs, delivering thorough tax advice and strategic planning to enhance clients’ tax outcomes. Her expertise extends to SMSF estate planning, where she provides essential guidance to help clients manage the intricate estate issues associated with Superannuation.
Outside of work, Tahlia enjoys quality time with her husband and two children, enjoying relaxing, quality time at the beach. This balance of professional dedication and personal enjoyment reflects her well-rounded approach to life and work.
About
Newton & Henry are a Launceston firm with expertise in accounting, taxation, audit, business process and self managed superannuation funds.
ABN 89 638 304 471
Contact
Phone +61 3 6337 3737
Fax +61 3 6337 3700
Level 2, 93 Cimitiere St,
Launceston TAS 7250
PO Box 199, Launceston TAS 7250
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