With the May 15 deadline looming we were all working hard but we somehow found time to take holidays as well.
Wedding Bells Ringing!
The quarter started with the wonderful news of Sam’s marriage to Ashleigh. The couple’s wedding was held in Bridgetown, a tiny town 270km south of Perth nestled on the Blackwood River and amongst the Karri trees. The day went without a hitch, despite being hot! They enjoyed the day celebrating with family and friends. Sam also recalls being very tired by the end of it!
Staff Holidays
Martin was next to take off on another holiday. This time cruising around the Kimberley region of Western Australia on the Kimbereley Pearl, a boat with 10 passengers and 5 crew. They cruised from Broome to Wyndham, enjoying a bit of crocodile spotting and barramundi fishing along the way, and taking in the majestic scenery including Horizontal Falls, Montgomery Reef and King George Falls. Days were spent cooling off in secret swimming holes and viewing the aboriginal rock art and of course finishing each day with the amazing Kimberley sunsets. No sooner had he come back from his cruise he snuck off to Singapore for the June long weekend plus a day or two either side, taking in the sights and sounds of the bustling city, but mostly the delicious cuisine.
Jenny took a few days off as well to go back to China for the very special occasion of her mum’s 80th birthday. She spent the time catching up with her family, friends and former neighbours, some whom she hasn’t seen for over 20 years.
New Staff
Melissa Xing joined us in May and as is tradition, was welcomed with a morning tea. Melissa joins us with over 15 years’ experience in tax and business services and is a valuable addition to our team.
Staff Farewells
Finally, the quarter also saw Mitchell Bell move on to pursue the flexibility of working for himself and has taken on a fee base of his own comprising of small to medium sized businesses and individuals. Mitch’s farewell drinks will be held later in the new (financial) year.