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Chartered Accountants Local News WA August 2008

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This month's issue covers a range of information and updates from Business Breakfasts, Defence Force Reserves to training opportunities for members and candidates.

August 2008 edition

 
Judith Vos Chair Report
Judy Vos CA

I was invited last month as an Institute representative by the Defence Force Reserves to observe “Exercise Pitch Black 08” as part of their “Operation Boss lift”.

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Regional General Manager
Tina Donovan

On Friday 4 July the WA office farewelled it's General Manager of eight years, Con Abbott. 

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Business Breakfast Series

Registrations are now open for our next breakfast.

The Building Blocks of Effective Teams

Building an effective team takes more than just team work (group dynamics).  It also takes: setting the right direction; having the right resources; and being able to execute plans even in the face of adversity. 

WA team wins prizes in Student Challenge

Congratulations to WA team HSC who won Best Presentation in the second challenge with Médecins Sans Frontières Australia and Best Presentation and Best Participation in the third challenge with the Australian Conservation Fund.

Board and Regional Council elections

Members are invited to nominate for some positions on Regional Councils and/or directorships on the Board of the Institute.

Tax professionals: writers and trainers required

The Institute is seeking a part-time contractor for taxation training in Perth.

Chartered Accountants Notice Board

Notice Board is a free service to members and is an excellent forum to buy or sell practices or respond to voluntary positions available.

Audit: manual now available for SMEs

The Institute has launched an Audit Manual designed to assist auditors, particularly those who deal with small-to medium-sized entities (SMEs), in applying the current Australian Auditing Standards (ASAs).

Candidate Development Program

Introducing a new training initiative delivered parallel to the Chartered Accountants Program. Practical in-house tutorials will fast track learning for your candidates. Run as a series of sessions, the program builds on technical knowledge, enabling participants to operate independently and contribute to a high performance team.



Diary Dates

Public Practice Program
5 September, Perth
Chartered Accountants Australian Auditing Manual Training
17 September, Perth
Chartered Accountants Tax Seminars for Practice
22 September, Perth

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