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Will has more than 30 years' experience in restructuring, turnaround and insolvency across a range of industry sectors.

He joined KPMG as a Partner following the firm's merger with Ferrier Hodgson in June 2019. Prior to the merger, Will was a partner at Ferrier Hodgson for over 18 years. 

He acts as an advisor to companies and their boards, banks, financiers, and other stakeholders and is highly regarded for solving complex problems with unequivocal advice. He has deep experience in appropriate strategies to restructure or turnaround a business, or recover appropriate value on a cost-effective basis for all stakeholders concerned.

Will is active across the real estate, agribusiness, tourism and hospitality, mining and financial services sectors.


Author's latest articles

Understanding the risks of H5N1 avian influenza

13 August 2026

While there are still no confirmed detections of H5N1 avian influenza in poultry or the wider agriculture industry, this development represents an important shift in Australia’s biosecurity risk profile.

Australian Mining Risk Forecast 2026

30 July 2026

Analysis of current mining sector risks and future scenarios highlights a sector adapting to a dynamic and interconnected risk environment.

Australian beef market outlook bullish, though Middle East conflict could bring flow-on implications

25 March 2026

The latest Agribusiness Spotlight report examines conditions in the Australian beef sector entering 2026, focusing on seasonal risk, global trade dynamics and the implications for agribusiness portfolios.

Sunset or Storm cloud? The fallout from Jiang v Cav Gasworks and the Pandora’s Box for Developers

20 November 2025

What do developers need to consider when invoking a sunset clause for it to be considered “in good faith”? Will Colwell, Lauren Pickard, and Campbell Munro examine a recent Queensland Supreme Court ruling.

Beef market producer sentiment improves, export prospects strong despite US tariffs

8 July 2025

The latest Agribusiness Spotlight update on the beef sector looks back at 2024 and examine the potential impact the recently announced US tariffs will have on Australian beef exports.

Tarnished Gold – Construction delays dampen strong Gold Coast apartment market

17 November 2024

As property developers in the Gold Coast contend with increased construction costs, rising interest rates, and a shortage of builders, our research shows almost 7,000 apartments waiting for construction to commence, presenting further challenges for project feasibility.

Beef sector turns bullish as producers face liquidity challenges

12 September 2024

The latest Agribusiness Spotlight Series examines the impact of higher-than-expected rainfall and strong export demand into the United States and Asian markets on Australia’s beef industry.

Tapping into the ‘engine room of Australia’s economy’

22 August 2024

Australia’s smaller and faster-growing cities hold great potential on its own merits as thriving hubs of economic activity. KPMG’s inaugural ‘Enterprising Cities’ report presents key insights into the country’s 12 fastest-growing cities.