Act now to be ready for 1 July, and keep in mind it may take a few pay cycles to settle into the new process.
Employers who genuinely try to do the right thing will not be the subject of our compliance action in the first year of Payday Super.
Super itself is not changing, just when it’s paid. Super is still going to all eligible employees, in the right amount, at the right time, and to the right fund.
Check out our information and videoExternal Link which explain how employers can transition from paying super quarterly to paying super each payday.
However, choosing not to act or to delay getting started isn’t an option, so act now to get ready.
Digital service providers have already started releasing updates to your Single Touch Payroll (STP) software, that include how you calculate and report qualifying earnings STP from 1 July 2026. With our first year compliance approach, you don’t need to apply for a STP deferral if you start reporting during the 2026–27 year. You should start reporting as soon as you can. Make sure that your year-to-date amounts are accurate as any additional contributions may be carried forward under Payday Super.
We're working closely with digital service providers as they roll out improvements that will make Payday super easier, including faster payments, clearer error messages, and a new member verification request. While some providers will have these features available from 1 July, others will introduce them progressively over the year.
Check out our resources to make sure your business is on the right track.
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