16/04/2026
💰 Payday Super is Coming – Is Your Business Ready?
From 1 July 2026, super will need to be paid at the same time as wages, instead of quarterly.
What this means for your business:
✔️ More frequent super payments (weekly/fortnightly/monthly)
✔️ Tighter cash flow management required
✔️ Reduced risk of large quarterly super bills
✔️ Increased compliance and reporting obligations
⚠️ Important – Penalties for Late Super Payments
If super is not paid on time, businesses may be liable for the Superannuation Guarantee Charge (SGC), which includes:
❌ Super calculated on total wages (not just ordinary time earnings)
❌ Interest (currently 10%) from the start of the quarter
❌ Administration fees per employee, per quarter
❌ No tax deduction for late super payments
With Payday Super, the ATO will have greater visibility — meaning late or missed payments will be identified much faster.
What you should do now:
🔹 Review your payroll processes
🔹 Ensure your software (e.g. Xero) is set up correctly
🔹 Plan for the cash flow impact
🔹 Stay compliant ahead of time
At DMT Accounting, we are already helping clients prepare for these changes to ensure a smooth transition.
📩 If you are unsure how this impacts your business, reach out — we are here to help.