Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
ASIC has set up an email address for investors to contact them regarding their dealings with Burnie-based accounting firm Gillett and Associates, which is currently under investigation. The email address is Apex.Echelon.Investigation@asic.gov.au.
Key Points:
- ASIC has set up an email address for investors to contact them regarding their dealings with Gillett and Associates.
- Gillett and Associates, along with other related companies, are under investigation by ASIC.
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has established a central email address for investors wishing to make contact with ASIC with respect to their dealings with Gillett and Associates Pty Ltd. The financial firm, including its founder and managing director Adam William Gillett, is the subject of an ongoing ASIC investigation, after a number of complaints were lodged against Mr Gillett and the company. The email address has been set up to also field inquiries for investors associated with all four business.
Mr Gillett’s tax agent registration has expired, but he continues to be registered until a renewal application is determined by the board. The Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) is unable to disclose any action taken against Mr Gillett due to privacy and secrecy provisions, but there are no recorded sanctions on his registration profile.
ASIC has refused to comment further on the matter and declined to answer questions about the investigation. Inquiries can be made via Apex.Echelon.Investigation@asic.gov.au
Conclusion:
It is important for investors with dealings with Gillett and Associates to contact ASIC for further information and updates on the investigation. This article highlights the ongoing investigation and provides a way for concerned individuals to reach out to ASIC for assistance.
