Bundaberg Professional Development & Recognition Evening 2026

Overview

Join fellow CA ANZ members for an evening of professional development, connection and celebration.

The event will begin with a CPD session, providing valuable insights and practical knowledge to support your professional growth. Following the session, members are invited to enjoy drinks and canapés while recognising and celebrating the achievements and milestones of peers across the region.

Whether you're looking to gain fresh perspectives, strengthen professional relationships or celebrate alongside fellow members, this is an opportunity to come together and be part of the CA ANZ community.

As a CA ANZ member, you'll receive complimentary access to the CPD session, Recognition Evening, welcome drinks and canapés.

We look forward to welcoming you for an evening of learning, recognition and connection.

Timings:

4.00pm | Networking, refreshments

4.30pm | Mark Doorly, CA ANZ Queensland Regional Manager - Welcome and CA ANZ Update

4.40pm | Mayor Helen Blackburn, Bundaberg Regional Council 

Local Government Update

• Key policy changes affecting members
• Current regulatory developments
• What firms need to be planning for now

4.55pm | Christie Greenhalgh, Regional Director – Central Queensland Opteon Solutions

Valuations, CGT and Asset Changes

• Why valuations are becoming more important
• Common valuation misconceptions
• Capital gains tax implications
• Real-world examples affecting businesses and SMSFs

5.10pm | Thomas Josey, Senior Markets Manager, NAB

Economic Outlook

• What is happening in the Bundaberg and Queensland economy
• Industries to watch
• Current market trends affecting clients
• Opportunities and risks over the next 12 months

5.25pm | Ben Horner FCA, Director and Councilor, McConachie Stedman and CA ANZ Qld Regional Council

Ethics

• Ethical dilemmas currently facing accountants
• Maintaining professional judgement during periods of change
• Trust, integrity and public interest considerations
• Practical examples from practice

5.40pm | Q&A

6:00pm | Networking and transition to recognition event

6:30pm | Celebrating member achievements commences

7:30pm | Event concludes

Speakers:

Mayor Helen Blackburn, Bundaberg Regional Council

Helen is Mayor of the Bundaberg Region, having been elected on 16 March 2024. As Mayor, Helen chairs the Wide Bay Burnett Regional Organisation of Councils (WBBROC) and sits on the board of the Wide Bay Burnett Regional Development Australia Committee.

Her focus is the region’s economic health and aims to see the Bundaberg Region become a regional capital by working with all levels of government to deliver sustainable, long term solutions to foster growth for the region in all sectors.

Christie Greenhalgh, Regional Director – Central Queensland, Opteon Solutions

Christie joined Opteon in 2012 as a Cadet Valuer and became a Certified Practising Valuer in 2019. Based on the Fraser Coast, she has extensive experience across residential, prestige residential, rural residential and commercial property throughout the Wide Bay and Burnett regions. 

Appointed Regional Director for Central and Southern Regional Queensland in 2025, Christie leads and mentors valuation teams while continuing her valuation work locally, delivering strong client outcomes through deep local knowledge, responsive service, and trusted professional relationships.

Thomas Josey, Senior Markets Manager, NAB

With more than 20 years in banking, finance and financial markets, Thomas Josey provides market insights that help businesses stay informed and prepared in an evolving economic landscape. 

Drawing on daily conversations with business owners, executives and corporate clients, Thomas shares practical perspectives on interest rates, financial markets and the key themes shaping the business environment.

Ben Horner FCA, Director and Councillor, McConachie Stedman and CA ANZ Qld Regional Council

Ben is an audit and assurance professional with extensive expertise in financial reporting and strong involvement with CA ANZ including current Qld Regional Council member, Chair of the Darling Downs and South West Region Committee, and member of the Rural and Regional Advisory Committee.

Chairperson:

Mark Doorly, Queensland Regional Manager, CA ANZ

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