Leadership Team

Lachlan became a Director in 2011 and now has many years of experience providing tax and business services to small to medium businesses and individuals. Lachlan’s areas of expertise include general tax compliance, tax minimisation strategies and effective structuring. He has also gained a detailed understanding of small business capital gains concessions , succession, and estate planning.

Lachlan regularly provides advice to industries including primary production, retailers, manufacturers, and professional service firms.

Lachlan was educated in Hamilton and Melbourne, graduating from University with a Bachelor of Business in 2004. He is a Chartered Accountant. He is involved with local sporting clubs and enjoys spending time in the outdoors whether maintaining the garden, boating, or camping with his family and friends. Lachlan is married to Jessica and they have two children.

Stacey grew up in the leafy suburbs of Melbourne's North East and studied a Commerce Degree at Monash University, then worked in the city for a year before joining her husband in Tasmania. After a year working in Launceston, they came to Hamilton in 1999 and have put down firm roots here. 

Stacey owned a small business before pursuing a career in Accounting, becoming a Chartered Accountant and joining Brentnalls Western Victoria in 2008. Stacey has recently completed her Masters in Taxation with the University of NSW. Stacey is passionate about helping businesses with their Tax and Accounting systems to grow their business.

Stacey enjoys the lifestyle Hamilton offers with her husband and three children.

Toni grew up in the local district and completed her secondary education at Monivae College before completing a Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Ballarat.

She took-up a position at Brentnalls Western Victoria in 2012 and is a qualified Chartered Accountant and a SMSF Association Specialist Advisor. Specialising in Superannuation, she is the Director of the Firm's Superannuation division.

Toni is married to Brett and they have three children, Charles, Isabella and Alexandra. Toni's a passionate netball Mum and a supportive cricket wife.

Hamish grew up on a family farm in the Nareen district, was educated locally and in Ballarat, before completing his degree at Warrnambool.

Hamish joined Brentnalls Western Victoria in 2009 after working in Cairns and overseas. He specialises in Tax, Business Advisory and Superannuation. Hamish is a member of CPA Australia and the SMSF Association.

Outside of work Hamish is involved in a number of sports, either playing or following his two boys and is actively involved in a number of not-for-profit organisations.

Kieran Neeson is a Principal at Brentnalls Western Victoria and has been a valued member of our team for more than five years. A CPA and graduate of the Brentnalls Leadership Program, Kieran brings a strong combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership to his role.

His journey at Brentnalls Western Victoria has been marked by dedication, professionalism, and a commitment to supporting both clients and colleagues. Kieran is highly regarded for his forward-thinking approach and his ability to build strong, trusted relationships.

Outside of work, Kieran enjoys the support of his partner, Cassie, and their daughters, Elka and Sienna, a reminder of the important role family plays in professional success. 

Erin is the Business Manager and a Principal at Brentnalls Western Victoria. With more than 15 years' experience in business management, leadership and strategy, she works closely with the leadership team to support the firm's people, operations and growth. As part of her role, Erin partners with business owners to help them create clear direction, strengthen leadership, improve performance and turn strategy into action. She is passionate about building strong relationships, creating positive workplace cultures and helping both the team and clients succeed.

Having grown up, attended school and raised her two sons in the region, Erin has a strong connection to Western Victoria and beyond.

Outside the office, Erin enjoys spending time with her partner, Nathan, travelling and exploring with family and friends and cheering on the local footy team!