Upcoming Payroll Laws – What Employers Should Start Preparing for Now
While not yet legislated, two major changes to Australian payroll laws have been announced and are scheduled to come into effect on 1 July 2026. These upcoming changes will impact how and when employers pay superannuation, and how they manage their payroll systems overall.
Payday Super
– Expected Start Date: 1 July 2026
The Australian Government has announced from 1 July 2026, employers will be required to pay their employees’ super at the same time as their salary and wages (instead of quarterly). This means more frequent payments, removing some of the flexibility which quarterly payments offered, and any late super payments are not tax-deductible.
We recommend automating payroll and super systems to align with payday super, and keep up communications with your bookkeeper to ensure systems can support this new law when it becomes mandatory.
Small Business Super Clearing Houses
– Expected Closure Date: 1 July 2026
Coinciding with the payday super rollout from 1st July 2026, ATO’s Small Business Superannuation Clearing House (SBSCH) — a free service that allowed small businesses to make super contributions for multiple employees — will be shut down. Businesses will have to switch to other third-party platforms to handle super contributions, which may incur extra admin fees. We recommend you start researching alternative clearing-houses now, compare the costs and features, and begin a gradual transition.
Even though these laws aren’t enforced just yet, early preparation is key.
At Tashly Consulting, we’re here to make transitions like these smoother for your business. Whether you need help automating payroll or super workflows, we are licensed BAS agents and can assist you with your payroll, BAS, and bookkeeping needs. We offer Bookkeeping Packages and if you need help tidying up your records or have fallen behind in your obligations. We can also provide Adhoc Consultations via zoom meeting, or face to face, for any queries you may have, as well as Xero training if you would prefer to keep your bookkeeping in-house but need help getting started.
Tashly Consulting Xero Bookkeepers Adelaide are Registered BAS Agents #86318001, and we are dedicated to providing seamless, high-quality, transparent bookkeeping services – If you would like any further information please contact us via telephone (08) 8121 4424 or via email to discover how the multi-award-winning team at Tashly Consulting can help you better manage your business bookkeeping.
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Disclaimer: All or any advice contained in this blog/newsletter is of a general nature only & may not apply to your individual business circumstances. For specific advice relating to your specific situation, please contact your accountant or other professional adviser for further discussion.
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