The Shadow Networks of Corporate Australia As the Macquarie Group's decision to ditch KPMG as its preferred auditor sends shockwaves through the industry, it's clear that corporate Australia's old boys' network is alive and well.
Beneath the surface of high stakes audits and lucrative contracts lies a complex web of relationships that blurs the lines between professional services firms and their clients.
At the center of this controversy stands Michelle Hinchliffe, Macquarie's director and former KPMG partner.