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Grahame Allen

Originating from Bendigo in Victoria I ran my own accounting practice there for many years, however, wanting to follow the sun and the warm weather I decided to move to Queensland in 1993.

From July 2000 until joining Astute Accounting in 2024 I was a partner in another local accounting firm here in Cairns.

Having been in the accounting industry for more than 44 years my extensive knowledge allows me to specialise in assisting clients with their taxation and business accounting requirements.

I am a fellow of CPA Australia, and a registered self-managed superannuation fund auditor enabling me to carry out audits for incorporated associations, body corporates and self-managed superannuation funds.
I commit to providing a personalised service tailored to each client’s specific needs.

When not at work you will find me on my bike as I’m a keen cyclist and have been racing now for over 50 years. To prove that age is just a number I celebrated my 60th birthday by riding from Perth to Sydney and have also completed the iconic Land’s End to John O’Groats ride in Great Britain – a distance of 1407 kilometres and stretches the length of the UK!

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What Our Client Have To Say

Astute are very professional & helpful. Would recommend these guys to anyone looking at refinancing or purchasing. Started with this team when they were in their little office, my how they have grown. Special thanks to Verena for all her help but all the staff are wonderful and great with the little ones as well 🙂 Thanks heaps.

Renee Melville, Cairns

I had no understanding of how the insurance side of Astute worked. After my first visit with Peta I was blown away with how she explained everything to me. And what I didn’t understand she was happy to take the extra time to explain them again. I felt she was very thorough and when I left I was able to think about what suited my needs to make a decision on how I wanted to proceed. Thanks Peta for advice.

Michelle, Redlynch

After having issues with another broker and losing a settlement, we were recommended by solicitor. After speaking with Billie she was honest and open about my options. The entire process was dealt with promptly and efficiently with minimal to no stress.

I found the whole experience easy & everyone there were so lovely n friendly & also available any time to answer any questions we had.

Alison, Trinity Beach

Thanks heaps for your assistance and advice with our home loan and all the extra little bits and pieces that went along with it. Will thoroughly recommend you to all we know!

Jodi & Michael, Speewah, QLD

Billie is friendly and genuine. She is knowledgeable about the products she talks about and comes across as someone who will work hard to get you the best possible deal.

Claire, Manunda

Simon Cody is a model financier… Courteous and talented…  He’s an asset to the home loan industry

Bevan, Port Douglas

Being newbies to town & the housing market, it was reassuring to have the guidance of Liam from Astute. We felt like one of his family by the extent of his efforts. His honesty, calming persona, knowledge & ability to explain the scary & unknown house buying process in our ‘speak’ was invaluable. Not to mention the fantastic custom home loan we have secured. I would highly recommend, and already have recommended, his services. Thank you again Liam and the Astute Team.

Raine and Scott, Cairns