This episode of Plant Grow Reap is a must-listen for all employers, Directors and business owners.

Payday Super is taking effect from 1 July 2026. Chartered Accountant and Aintree Group Manager Trung Le breaks down the key items you should be across, and the steps you can take to be the most prepared and proactive ahead of the rollout of these rules - including doing a practice payrun.

Payday Super Resources:

• https://aintreegroup.com.au/insights/payday-super-update/
• https://www.ato.gov.au/businesses-and-organisations/super-for-employers/payday-super

If you need assistance with your payroll or superannuation obligations, you can reach out via our website: aintreeaccounting.com.au.

Andrea McKenna from Aintree Group and Ash Tickell from Salty Theatre share the ultimate guide to financial success for people working in the Australian arts industry.

Building on a seminar they hosted earlier this year for local performing artists, this episode dives deep into how creatives can confidently manage irregular, gig-based income and make smart financial decisions that support long-term stability and growth.

From saving and budgeting to investing, superannuation, contracting, invoicing, taxes, and building wealth on a gig income, this conversation is packed with practical advice and real-world examples to help artists and performers take control of their financial future.

BOOK A SPOT AT OUR NEXT FINANCE FOR ARTISTS WORKSHOP: https://aintreegroup.com.au/finance-for-artists-workshop/

More from Aintree Group: https://aintreegroup.com.au/ | @aintregroup

More from Salty Theatre: https://saltytheatre.com.au/ | @saltytheatre

Why is it so hard to succeed in hospitality — and what’s the recipe for success?

In this episode of Plant Grow Reap, CEO and business advisor Andrea McKenna sits down with long-time hospitality professional Shaun De Vries from Open Pantry Co. to unpack the realities of running a hospitality business.

With over 25 years of hands-on industry experience, Shaun shares why hospitality can be such a challenging space to succeed in, and how he’s now working to strengthen the industry by advising both new and established hospitality business owners. The conversation explores key challenges including supply chains, technology, investor management, and recruitment and training.

This episode offers a practical, honest look at what it really takes to build a sustainable hospitality business — and how stronger foundations can lead to long-term success.

Hear more from Shaun & Open Pantry Co:

https://www.openpantryconsulting.com/

https://www.instagram.com/openpantryconsulting/