Labour hire company directed by ‘self-identified Ti…

Pandanus Group, a Queenland-based labour hire company controlled by Mumpara Group Holdings, has reportedly left creditors exposed to $1.7 million in debts after entering liquidation. Mumpara Group Holdings describes itself on its LinkedIn page as a nationwide family of non-profit and profit-for-purpose companies that seeks to empower Indigenous families to “holistically” break the cycle of…

The biggest game changer for corporate accountants in the year ahead

While AI may arguably be the most significant change in the accounting world, the continual increase in corporate insolvency is where accountants should focus their attention, writes Trevor Withane. Corporate insolvency on the rise Australian corporate insolvency appointments have almost tripled since the 2021–2022 financial year, with the highest numbers occurring in NSW. The hardest-hit…

How to build wealth when money’s tight

Step 1: Invest in yourself by upskilling When we talk about building wealth, it’s easy to picture large share portfolios or property investments but the best first move can be investing in yourself. How? Through upskilling. “Financial wellbeing is about creating choice for the future and being financially resilient,” says Darlene Neu, financial wellbeing expert…

The Real Problem with Sports Betting

On Thursday, the Justice Department announced that they had arrested some 30 people involved in illegal gambling—in particular, sports gambling. It is potentially the biggest sports gambling scandal since the college point-shaving scandal in the early 1950s. One of those arrested, Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, allegedly used inside information to set up fraudulent bets.…

Andrea Pirlo’s son racks up €30k debt in illegal betting scandal which forced legendary Italian midfielder to ‘block’ bank account until teenager became lawful adult

Tonali told calciomercato in 2023 about Marinoni’s role in recruiting him into the illegal activities. He said: “The person who initiated me to gambling is Pietro Marinoni, who comes from the same city as me and went to school with my sister. He was a referee. “I was never threatened, but I was offered to…