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Your options

Your options explained

Plain-language explanations of the formal processes directors ask about, and the pages that set out your options. Australian Financial Advisory assesses and refers. Licensed practitioners carry out formal work.

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Options by situation

Start with the page that matches your situation. Each one explains what is happening, what options may exist, and what we can and cannot do.

  • Director Penalty Notice

    What a DPN is, the 21-day window, lockdown versus non-lockdown notices, and the options still open.

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  • ATO debt options

    Understanding an ATO debt position and the options that may be available, including payment arrangements through a registered tax agent.

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  • Restructure your business

    Whether Small Business Restructuring, voluntary administration or an informal arrangement may suit your company.

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  • Administration and liquidation options

    What each formal process means for a director before committing to a path.

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  • Close or wind up a company

    Solvent and insolvent closure paths, director duties, and where to start.

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Formal processes

Formal processes explained

These explainers describe the formal processes available under Australian law. They are general information. Each process is carried out by a registered practitioner, never by Australian Financial Advisory.

  • Small Business Restructuring explained

    A formal process that lets an eligible small company put a plan to creditors while the directors stay in control. Run by a registered restructuring practitioner.

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  • Voluntary administration explained

    An independent administrator takes control to assess the company’s position and options, with most creditor action paused.

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  • Creditors voluntary liquidation explained

    An orderly wind-up of an insolvent company by a registered liquidator, who realises assets and distributes available funds to creditors.

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The information on this page is general in nature and does not constitute legal, financial, taxation, or insolvency advice. Australian Financial Advisory Pty Ltd provides assessment and advisory services only. All specialist services are referred to appropriately licensed partners. You should seek independent professional advice before acting on any information on this page.

Content last updated: 2 October 2026.

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