The annual member celebration dinner in Hobart and Launceston brought together members from all career stages, alongside students undertaking the CA Program, who were celebrating a significant milestone as members of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ). 

Both events were hosted by CA ANZ President Grant Ellis FCA who highlighted the exceptional impact that recipients have had on the Tasmanian community and how they have embodied the CA ANZ commitment to upholding the profession’s rich tradition of contributing to the community without thought of fee or reward.

The Hobart ceremony saw Mike Blake AM FCA being bestowed Life Membership, joining an elite group of only 33. The introduction to Mike was delivered by CA ANZ Vice President Naomi Walsh FCA and touched upon Mike’s impact on the profession, community and CA ANZ. In a moving speech Mike highlighted the value that the designation has provided him and offered sage advice to those in the early stages of their careers to ‘just say yes’ to every opportunity and see the CA designation as a ticket with limitless possibilities. Mike encouraged the room to consider how they can give back to aid and shape tomorrow’s profession and their community.

The Launceston Ceremony featured addresses from former CA ANZ President Rob Atkinson FCA, who celebrated 50 years of membership.  Rob reflected on the changes that the profession has weathered and the importance of building strong connections across the profession and beyond. 

Millicent Young CA was recognised as the 2024 Tasmanian Young CA, for her work with school students, showcasing the possibilities that studying accounting can bring and encouraging more females into the profession. Millicent shared the importance of fostering professional networks, having a deep sense of curiosity and supporting others throughout their career journey, noting this can start from day one.

Across the evenings, the energy was electric with many old colleagues reconnecting, new connections being made and the sharing of knowledge between members.

The celebration events are not just a recognition of individual achievement but a testament to the friends, colleagues, mentors and family members who have supported recipients in achieving their milestones.

Congratulations to all our recipients at our ceremonies, including: 

• 2 Fellowship Recipients 
• 3 Meritorious Service Award Recipients
• 4 CAs marking 50 years as a CA ANZ member
• 10 CAs marking 40 years as a CA ANZ member
• 23 CAs marking 25 years as a CA ANZ member
• 12 members achieving their Certificate of Public Practice
• 25 new CA ANZ members
• 15 students achieving a CA Program Merit. 

We look forwarding to seeing your continued great work in our communities. 

You can find out more about Mike Blake’s contributions on the CA ANZ Fellowship & Life Member page

Meet our 2024 Young CA Award Winners