Big Hearts, Real Impact.
Big Hearts, Real Impact.
Here for good.
Driven by our commitment to excellence and continuous growth, we found ourselves outgrowing our Belmont location. Phil took the bold step to rent out the Belmont space and invest in a prime property in the heart of Newcastle. In 2020, we embarked on a renovation project to transform our Hunter Street office into a modern, multi-level workspace. This involved converting two 2-bedroom apartments into a fully commercial office space to accommodate our expanding team.
Our commitment to excellence has not gone unnoticed, as evidenced by the numerous awards and accolades we have received in recent years. Phil's recognition as the Count Financial Advisor of the Year in 2023, 2024 and 2025 is a testament to the dedication and expertise of our entire team. At Hunter Financial, we are not just financial advisors; we are partners in your financial journey, committed to providing personalised solutions and exceptional service every step of the way.
Our Team
Philip Smith
Authorised Representative number 000252870 of Count Financial LimitedManaging Director / Senior Financial Advisor
Andrew Larkin
Authorised Representative number 001234876 of Count Financial LimitedSenior Financial Advisor
Senior Financial Advisor
Kelly Menzies
Authorised Representative number 1250188 of Count Financial Limited
David Murphy
Senior Financial Advisor
Authorised Representative number 001271696 of Count Financial LimitedWilliam Smith
Financial Advisor
Authorised Representative number 1310072 of Count Financial Limited
Financial Advisor
Dylan Haigh
Authorised Representative number 1314964 of Count Financial LimitedOur Values
Team players
Here to serve our clients
Energy and empathy
Think 10x
Flexibility and accountability
"An award winning firm for good reason! I was made to feel valued and supported in relation to my financial needs." — Katherine
"An award winning firm for good reason! I was made to feel valued and supported in relation to my financial needs." — Katherine
"Very appreciative of the professionalism and dedication from Phil and his team at Hunter Financial. Outstanding service can’t do enough for you." — Glen
"Very appreciative of the professionalism and dedication from Phil and his team at Hunter Financial. Outstanding service can’t do enough for you." — Glen
"Phil and the team at Hunter Financial are amazing! So much support and helpful advice with all things finance. Could not recommend enough!" — Brady
"Phil and the team at Hunter Financial are amazing! So much support and helpful advice with all things finance. Could not recommend enough!" — Brady
"After a review meeting with Phil and Kelly today, l feel confident that l am on the right track and am being kept up to date with my finances." — Deb
"After a review meeting with Phil and Kelly today, l feel confident that l am on the right track and am being kept up to date with my finances." — Deb
"Phil and the team have been awesome to work with. Their communication and assistance is fantastic and we are so glad we came to Hunter Financial." — Heath
"Phil and the team have been awesome to work with. Their communication and assistance is fantastic and we are so glad we came to Hunter Financial." — Heath
"Phil and his staff are not only wonderful at what they do, but are welcoming and friendly." — Paul
"Phil and his staff are not only wonderful at what they do, but are welcoming and friendly." — Paul
Supporting our community
Wanting the best for the people in our community doesn’t stop at financial planning.
Our Community
