April 20, 2026
Haymarket Chamber of Commerce cordially invites you to our 2026-2027 Federal Budget Panel Discussion and Networking Evening on Wednesday, 20 May 2026, at the Novotel Sydney Darling Square in Haymarket.
On Tuesday 12 May 2026, Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers will be delivering the nation’s 2026-2027 Budget. This is likely to be one of the most important budgets in decades not least because of the impact of current global events and the many economic challenges that they present. Significant reforms to our tax system are also expected including changes to the capital gains tax rules and possibly, in relation to negative gearing.
We are fortunate that, within our Chamber, we have several experts who will be able to help us unpack the Budget papers and to summarise it all for us.
So come join us for our 2026-2027 Federal Budget Panel Discussion and Networking Evening at the Novotel Sydney Darling Square on Wednesday 20 May 2026 from 6 pm to 8.30 pm.
Our expert panel will consist of:
1: Simon Alford, Business Advisory and Tax Partner at BYRONS;
2: Devika Shivadekar, Economist at RSM Australia; and
3: Raffi Tenanbaum, Tax Partner at William Buck.
The panel moderator will be our Haymarket Chamber of Commerce president, Vincent Lim.
Date
Wednesday, 20 May 2026, 6 pm – 8.30 pm.
Event Program
6 pm – Arrival of guests, registration, and networking over drinks.
6.30 pm – 7.30 pm – Panel Discussion and Q&A
7.30 pm – 8.30 pm – Networking over drinks and canapes.
Venue
Novotel Sydney Darling Square
17 Little Pier Street
Haymarket, NSW 2000
Tickets
$20 for HCC members; $30 for non-members.
Please book early to avoid disappointment as places are limited.
Simon Alford
Business Advisory & Tax Partner
BYRONS
Simon Alford is an experienced business and specialist taxation advisor focusing on the SME market, particularly private clients and high net worth groups. He has a passion for assisting his clients to grow and to maximise their wealth.
As a Chartered Accountant with a Master of Applied Taxation, Simon thrives on working through complex taxation issues and providing his clients with commercial and practical solutions. Leading with a holistic approach, Simon assists his clients’ affairs by supporting business growth, succession planning, superannuation, retirement and estate planning.
Simon’s clients span a wide range of industries including Construction, Professional Services and Wholesale.
Devika Shivadekar
Economist
RSM
Devika Shivadekar is RSM’s leading voice in macroeconomic and financial research, drawing on extensive experience across public and private sectors.
With a sharp focus on the APAC region, she analyses economic fundamentals—including growth, inflation, labour markets, and central bank policies—to provide clear and actionable insights.
Stints prior to RSM include economist and research positions at Reserve Bank of India and a leading investment bank.
Raffi Tenenbaum
Tax Partner
William Buck
Raffi Tenenbaum is a Partner in William Buck’s Tax division specialising in providing tax advice to privately-owned businesses across industry sectors. He is highly regarded for his tax-effective structuring and restructuring strategies and for assisting clients in expanding their operations internationally.
With his years of experience as a senior presenter for CPA Australia and the Tax Institute, he is a go-to for technical advice and knowledge amongst his peers and industry experts.
Raffi’s passion for educating others is key to achieving shared success. He believes tax advice goes much further than a conversation. It’s about collaborating, sharing knowledge, and understanding how to achieve business goals.
Vincent Lim
HCC President & Moderator
Vincent Lim is president of the Haymarket Chamber of Commerce and a lawyer with more than 30 years’ experience.
He studied economics and law at the University of Sydney. He also holds a Master of Laws and a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investments.
Vincent was a Fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA) from 2005-2025, and a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Securities & Investments (CISI) since January 2026 following the merger of FINSIA and CISI. He had also led a team in the setting up and management of a significant investor visa (SIV) managed fund from 2013 – 2022.
