Joseph Hayes
Partner.Sydney.
OVERVIEW
Joe has over 25 years’ experience in the sector, including 13 as a Partner at KPMG and McGrathNicol, before forming Wexted Advisors on 1 July 2017.
Joe is highly skilled working with and advising parties with diverse objectives or disputed positions to achieve best outcomes. Working closely with management, boards, lenders and owners, Joe has undertaken many large and complex restructuring and insolvency cases over a long period. He also has significant expertise in the supervision of complex litigation and the successful settlement of multi-party disputes and has given expert evidence in court proceedings.
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Diversions: Pro bono appointments - risks and considerations
The taking of pro bono appointments in law but also within accounting is increasingly common. While there are plenty of rewards, there is also conflict, confidentiality, insurance and negligence issues that need proper consideration. So, what factors should professionals consider in accepting and undertaking such appointments?
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SPOTLIGHT ON LAW: GENERAL MEETINGS AND IMPROPER PURPOSE? THE KEYBRIDGE DECISIONS
The recent ‘Keybridge’ Court Decisions highlight the importance of shareholder meetings being properly conducted, the impact of adjournments, and the independence of Administrators. We look at the issues of substance in those decisions.
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In the Beginning: The Genesis of the Safe Harbour Defence
The manner in which the Safe Harbour Law developed, the associated consultative processes and the ultimate form of the legislation adopted, will be instructive as the reform agenda continues. We revisit some of the enquiries, papers and public work that gave rise to the Safe Harbour we work with today.
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Technical Top Tips | Meetings: Chapter 1 - The Chair
Welcome to the first of Wexted's Technical Top Tip Series! We will be examining specific issues related to the general management of insolvency and restructuring assignments. In our years of experience, we have observed, attended, organised and chaired meetings of all shapes and sizes! Here, we consider key learnings associated with chairing a successful meeting.
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Upcoming Turnaround Podcasts
We have a number of great new PodCasts under production!! Here is just a sample of the topics you can expect from us during July and August, all of which touch on the links between business and restructuring and topics of relevance to our work and clients.. Stay posted for our new Podcasts, coming in July 2025:
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Spotlight on projects: Wexted continue active Safe Harbour presence
Following our ‘Safe Harbour Edition’ of the Turnaround in August, we outline some of recent instances and sectors where we have assisted with the Safe Harbour Defence and detail our role.
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WEXTED DIVERSIONS: THE MONEY OR THE BOX? WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS AND PITFALLS OF MEDIATION?
Actions have consequences, but we have to make tough decisions. Is the bird (or the money) in the hand better than what's in the box? Just like on Pick a Box, often in business and litigation, we need to weigh up the value of what is here today against what might be available another day. n this article we weight cause and effect of litigation.
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The Turnaround Podcast: John Winter, policy reform and the power of ethical advocacy
In this episode of The Turnaround Joe Hayes and ARITA CEO John Winter discuss accomplishments, tensions and the power of ethical advocacy.
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The Turnaround Podcast: Tim L'Estrange, The Social License and the power of an orange
In this episode of The Turnaround, Wexted’s Joe Hayes sits down with Tim L’Estrange, one of Australia’s most respected arbitrators and mediators, for a wide-ranging conversation on the evolving nature of The Social License. From the accelerating influence of AI to the shifting expectations of consumers and stakeholders, Tim shares insights on how businesses must adapt — or risk falling behind. They duo unpack the continued power of mediation, for dispute and insolvency, and why, sometimes, all you need is an orange.
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The Turnaround Podcast: Genevieve Sexton — Safe Harbour and are we making a difference?
In this episode of The Turnaround, we sit down with Genevieve Sexton, Chair of the Safe Harbour Review Panel, to explore the evolution of Australia’s Safe Harbour regime. Genevieve shares insights from the 2021 review — from navigating a wide spectrum of submissions to shaping key recommendations and pushing for meaningful reform. We discuss the role of Safe Harbour as a governance tool, the changing mindset of company boards, and whether the law is delivering the impact it promised.
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BANKSIA SECURITIES
BANKSIA SECURITIES WAS A SIGNIFICANT MORTGAGE FUND WITH FUNDS UNDER MANAGEMENT OF AROUND $600M, RAISING FUNDS BY ISSUING DEBENTURES TO RETAIL INVESTORS IN REGIONAL VICTORIA, WHICH PROGRESSED TO THIRD PARTY BORROWERS FOR PROPERTY INVESTMENT.
19TH MAR 2025
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