Tue. Oct 22nd, 2024

October is Small Business Month! And to celebrate, we’re highlighting some of the great small businesses we have throughout the region.

Today we have three professions that you may need at some point – whether you like it or not – but this dentist with a difference, specialist immigration lawyer, and human-focusing accountant make it a little less painful.

White Leaf Dental 🖥️

We’re an award-winning business with dental practices in Armidale and Walcha. All of our staff work between both practices so you’ll see the same smiling faces at both locations.

Dr Scott Williams is the owner of the business and the principal dentist, but it really is a team effort. Scott doesn’t believe in micro-managing and wants every member of the team to feel as though they are contributing. Dr Annie is our associate dentist who is the queen of Dad jokes and Gen Z slang #slay.

Hollie is our Practice Manager, she is the chief whip cracker and keeps everyone in line and the train on the tracks. Grace is our admin whiz and aspiring lab technician. Marissa is our Walcha connection and superstar assistant but will be away for the next month on her honeymoon! Chantelle is our reception extraordinaire. Amanda is our other reception extraordinaire who despite having a full-time job working for Hollie’s husband, still works with us when she can because we have a better coffee and are more fun.

We really do care about our community. We care about our staff who we treat like family. And we look after the dentists to the best of our ability so that they can look after their patients.

Everything we do is about looking after the patients, we could probably even try to make the case that the staff bean bags benefit the patients, but we won’t. 😊 We love curing those dental phobias!


Lyden Law 🖥️

Migration law can be overwhelming, but Lyden Law is here to guide you every step of the way. With a dedicated focus on achieving the best outcomes, we help you navigate the complexities of visa applications and offer expert support for refused visa applications through the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT).

Our team, led by Mark Lyden, a highly respected solicitor with 24 years of experience, specialises in Immigration Law and has successfully helped hundreds of clients in the North West and New England regions. Whether you’re a small business seeking to secure a skilled overseas worker or an individual applying for a partner visa, we are committed to achieving positive results.

Although our office is based in Tamworth, we offer flexible online appointments to suit your schedule, ensuring our services are accessible wherever you are. As one of the few immigration law specialists in regional NSW, Mark Lyden’s expertise is trusted by many, with a proven track record of delivering results.

Let Lyden Law take the stress out of your visa process—contact us today to discuss how we can assist with your immigration needs.

EFX Accountants & Advisors 🖥️

At EFX Accountants and Advisors, we focus on the people behind the businesses. We know that running a business involves more than just managing the books—it’s about understanding your finances and how they influence your success. That’s why we offer more than just accounting services; we provide ongoing support and advisory to help you make sense of your numbers.

Emily Ridley, our sole director and a self-proclaimed Xero Ninja, is passionate about empowering small business owners to thrive. Our advisory-focused practice specialises in services like profit management and cashflow forecasting, helping you take control of your business’s financial health.

We understand that being a business owner is tough, and managing compliance and tax alongside daily operations can be overwhelming. That’s where our experienced, friendly team steps in. We’re here to provide support all year round—not just at tax time.

We know it takes a village to raise a child and a community to support you and your business. We’re part of that support.

Book an appointment today at efxaa.au and let EFX Accountants and Advisors guide you toward financial clarity and long-term success.


Throughout October, we’ll run stories highlighting the great local businesses we have right here in our communities. This is a free service – the businesses highlighted have not paid for this story.

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