The countdown to Payday Super is well and truly on with just 3 months to go, marking one of the biggest changes to Australia’s super system in decades.
While the transition represents a significant shift for many employers, it also brings important implications for super funds.
What super funds need to do now
Super funds should act now to prepare for Payday Super. Ensure your systems can:
- handle increased contribution volumes and frequency
- support faster allocation and return timeframes
- meet updated SuperStream requirements from 1 July 2026, including new error messages and the Member Verification Request (MVR)
- support all payment channels, including New Payments Platform (NPP).
Updated SuperStream and Fund Validation Service documentation is also available on the ATO software developers websiteExternal Link.
Watch our new video on what employers need to do now
We’ve released a new videoExternal Link to help employers prepare for Payday Super.
In this video, I step through the key actions employers should take now to stay on track.
You can use this video, and other handy checklists and resources on our dedicated resources page, to guide your discussions with your employer clients.
SBSCH closure: upcoming milestone for employers
The Small Business Super Clearing House will permanently close on 1 July 2026.
This means many small businesses will need to move to a new clearing house or payroll-integrated solution before the deadline. Super funds may start receiving more employer enquiries over the coming months as employers seek guidance.
Don’t wait – 1 July is only 3 months away! Act now to make sure your super fund is ready for Payday Super.
For more information, visit ato.gov.au/paydaysuper.
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