A reminder for all employers of the need to pay employees’ super at the same time as their wages or salary from 1 July 2026.

With these changes, super funds must receive employees’ SG contributions no later than 7 business days after payday.

The super guarantee charge (SCG) will have tougher penalties if employers don’t pay super in full and on time.

When hiring a new employee, employers will have 20 business days (starting from the day after wages or salary are paid) for the employee’s super fund to successfully get their first super contribution.

All employers should check:

• Payroll systems can handle more frequent superannuation payments and comply with the reporting requirements.
• Consider some cash flow planning with a view to monitoring upcoming super obligations closely to avoid cash flow concerns.

Please contact our office if you require further clarification and/or assistance.