Payday Super program status
Treasury representatives provided an overview of the process for preparing the Payday Super legislation for introduction as soon as possible. They were unable to provide any further detail on timing or inclusions.
Discussions centred around the proposed implementation timeframes, software build and test requirements.
SuperStream implementation planning
Members discussed the SuperStream implementation approach that was agreed by the Payday Super STP Technical Working Group, including enabling fast payments via the new payment platform, improving error messaging, an enhanced suite of fund validation services and broader contribution messaging changes including the member verification request.
Single Touch Payroll
An update was provided regarding Single Touch Payroll (STP), noting that broader guidance on ordinary time earnings (OTE) has recently been published.
The Payday Super STP Technical Working Group is being re-engaged and will explore the qualifying earnings component and its connection to ordinary time earnings (OTE) and STP in greater detail.
Small Business Superannuation Clearing House
Work is continuing towards the planned closure date of the Small Business Superannuation Clearing House (SBSCH) on 1 July 2026.
Members discussed the planned communication strategy and the importance of timely messaging for the current user population.
Attendees
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Organisation |
Attendee |
|---|---|
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ATO |
Emma Rosenzweig (Chair), Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
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ATO |
Caryn Kaluzinski, Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
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ATO |
Chontelle Weyman, Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
|
ATO |
Karen Blok, Enterprise Solutions and Technology |
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ATO |
Naomi Westwood, Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
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ATO |
Peta Lonergan, Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
|
ATO |
Renee Jones, Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
|
ATO |
Shane Moore, Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
|
ATO |
Usha Narain, Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
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Access Software |
Philippa Durante |
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Australian Bookkeepers Association |
Peter Thorp |
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Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry |
Peter Grist |
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Australian Council of Trade Unions |
Casey Thompson |
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Australian Payroll Association |
Maria Nikoletatos |
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Australian Restaurant and Cafe Association |
Wes Lambert |
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Australian Retirement Trust |
Matt Dickson |
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Automatic Data Processing Limited |
Graham Coutts |
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Bluebird Accounting |
Julian Shimmin |
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Brilliant Admin Solutions |
Kerrie Jarius |
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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand |
Tony Negline |
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Council of Small Business Organisations Australia |
Adele Sutton |
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Digital Service Providers Australia New Zealand |
Maggie Leese |
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Financial Services Council |
David Delaney |
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Financial Services Council |
Hans Van Daatselaar |
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Gateway Network Governance Body |
Michelle Bower |
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Genesis Accounting |
Pat McCarthy |
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Institute of Certified Bookkeepers |
Matthew Addison |
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KPMG |
Andy Larmour |
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SuperChoice |
Nikki Murray |
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Super Members Council |
Kate Brown |
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The Association of Payroll Specialists |
Jason Low |
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The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia |
Mary Delahunty |
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The Tax Institute |
Robyn Jacobson |
|
Treasury |
Benjamin Murphy |
|
Treasury |
Brendan McKenna |
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Woolworths |
Coral Hargrave |
|
Xero |
Erin Adams |
Apologies list
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Organisation |
Member |
|---|---|
|
ATO |
Amanda Keeble, Frontline Risk and Strategy |
|
ATO |
Justin Micale, Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
|
ATO |
Paul Beohm, Policy, Analysis and Legislation |
|
Giuntabell |
Nunzio Giunta |