


Recent Insights.

21 March 2025
Nell Gray’s Uniform Business Goes from Strength to Strength
Nell Gray, a family-owned and operated business, has been synonymous with uniforms for over seven decades. Over that time, the company has evolved into a leading manufacturer within the textile and clothing industry, with key employees of Nell Gray establishing Uniform Concepts in 2007 after identifying a need for a retail solution for school uniforms. Adapting to Changing Market Demands In 2011, Tuan Nguyen acquired Nell Gray and Uniform Concepts. Since then, the two companies have expanded their reach even further, most recently beyond WA’s borders for the first time. Some 170 schools and colleges are currently supplied with uniforms,...

19 March 2025
What is a PPSR Check? Everything Businesses Need to Know About PPSR
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an important tool for Australian businesses. It allows businesses to secure their interests in personal property and protect themselves against financial risk – for example, in the event of a customer default or insolvency. Let’s explore how PPSR checks work, how they safeguard your assets, and why they should form a key component of your financial and legal strategy. What is the PPSR? The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online register in Australia that allows businesses and individuals to register, search and manage security interests in personal property. Personal property refers...

21 February 2025
CEFA offers a pipeline to the future
Clean Energy Fuels Australia (CEFA) may have been around for over a decade, but it’s only in the last four years that their ambitions to supply Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) to remote mine sites have hit the headlines. With three founding members – Basil Lenzo, Gary Ireson and David Trembecki – and a combined 80 years of energy industry experience under their belts, CEFA is focused on reducing the carbon footprint for off-grid, energy-intensive industries in Australia. With an ever-urgent requirement by many mid-tier operators to comply with stringent ESG demands, the services offered by CEFA are extremely prescient. Providing...

20 February 2025
Australia’s Top 6 Business Trends for 2025
The business world is evolving quickly, with new technologies and innovative practices engaging consumers across various emerging markets. As we look to 2025, the momentum of these developments shows no signs of slowing. They promise continued growth and transformation in established and emerging sectors. A New Era of Business The global pandemic of 2020 fundamentally transformed the way in which businesses operate, accelerating the adoption of trends such as remote working and flexible office environments. These shifts, initially born out of necessity, have since become standard components of modern business practices. Five years on, research indicates that such trends are...

23 January 2025
Proud Sponsors of the Business News Book of Lists 2025
Ledge Finance is proud to continue our sponsorship of the Business News Book of Lists 2025, a publication that has become an essential resource for Western Australia’s business community. The Book of Lists offers a comprehensive overview of the state’s diverse and dynamic economy. At its core, the Book of Lists provides a carefully curated selection of more than 50 industry lists, highlighting the organisations driving innovation, creating opportunities, and shaping Western Australia’s economic landscape. From the mining giants that underpin WA’s resources sector to the emerging technology firms carving out new industries, this publication offers unique insights into the...

19 December 2024
Ledge Home Loans Recognised as a Finalist in the Better Business Awards 2025
Ledge Home Loans has been named a finalist in the prestigious Better Business Awards 2025, competing in two key categories: Best New Office and Best Boutique Non-Franchise Office. Additionally, team member Nim Chahal has earned a nomination for Best Loan Administrator, further showcasing the company’s commitment to excellence in the mortgage and finance industry. The Better Business Awards, presented by The Adviser and supported by principal partner NAB, celebrate the outstanding achievements of mortgage and finance professionals across Australia. For over a decade, this state-based awards program has highlighted innovation, dedication, and exceptional service in the broking industry. This year’s...

12 December 2024
Mastering Cash Flow: Strategies for SMEs to Overcome Seasonal and Industry Challenges
“Cash is King” is a colloquial phrase often heard in business circles regarding the importance of holding sufficient cash for short-term working capital and maintaining an adequate level of liquidity. The 2024 Working Capital Report by McGrathNicol (released November 2024) revealed a $754 million increase in cash tied up in working capital across ASX-listed companies. This was driven by extended debtor and inventory cycles, and an average Days Working Capital (DWC) increase by 0.4 days.” The impact of which is felt throughout the entire supply chain as a “knock-on effect” to SME business, creating a working capital squeeze. Why Working...

4 December 2024
How Can You Use AI in Business?
Uncover AI trends and learn how AI can help your business

4 December 2024
From Rent to Asset: Why now may be the right time to Buy Commercial Property?
As businesses across Australia navigate a challenging economic landscape, rising costs are an increasing concern, especially for commercial property rentals.