The Bill to introduce Payday Super has been released. The start date remains 1 July 2026. Some modifications have been made from the exposure draft legislation.

There are many misconceptions about the distinction between contractors and employees and significant case law developments in recent years, together with changes to the Fair Work Act. This remains an area in which it is essential to have robust procedures and take advice on complex scenarios.

In August 2025 the ATO issued supplementary guidance on the meaning of OTE. This is particularly relevant under the Payday Super regime, where penalties will start to accrue automatically if OTE isn’t correctly identified at the time each payment is made.

EOFYS has become a widely recognised acronym but for hard-working payroll professionals, the end of the financial year isn’t about getting a deal on a car or sofa. It’s the last chance to get on top of niggling issues that can cause problems down the line, before the cycle starts all over again. What are some key considerations for employment taxes?

Deeming provisions for superannuation guarantee (SG) can create unbudgeted costs in relation to contractors. The recent Federal Court decision in FCT v Hatfield 2025 FCA 182 is another example of the vexed question of when the extended definition of employee in section 12(3) of the Superannuation Guarantee (Administration) Act 1992 applies.

The ATO has shared some of the most common errors made by employers. With Payday Super on the horizon, it’s important for employers to ensure risk areas are addressed, to avoid penalties and significant costs.