Super is not the most exciting topic. We get it. But this change affects every employee in Australia, and understanding it now means you will know exactly what to look for when it kicks in. The good news? It is a positive change. More regular contributions, better visibility over your balance, and a system that works closer to real time. Here is what you need to know. So What's Actually Changing? Right now, most employers pay super every quarter. That means your contributio

It sounds like an unusual question, but for some businesses the answer could be yes. The Fair Work Commission has updated 125 modern awards after finding that several default super funds listed in those awards had merged, closed, or rebranded. If your payroll setup hasn't kept pace, you could be referencing a fund name that is no longer active. What the Change Involves Old fund names were removed Some default funds listed in awards no longer exist in their original form due

Hiring contractors can give your business flexibility. Lower overheads. Project-based support. Access to specialised skills. But here’s the important question. Are you confident every person you’ve engaged as a contractor is genuinely a contractor under ATO rules? Because this is not just about wording in a contract. It affects tax, superannuation, payroll reporting and potentially payroll tax. Let’s simplify what the ATO looks at. Two Different Obligations The ATO clearly