Payday Super: Preparing for 1 July 2026 and protecting against fines, penalties and Accessorial Criminal liability risks

The Federal Government’s Payday Super reforms, taking effect from 1 July 2026, will fundamentally change how superannuation is reported and paid in Australia. Employers will be required to move from quarterly super contributions to real-time, per-pay-cycle reporting and ensure payments reach employee super accounts within 5 business days of payday.

With increased scrutiny from the ATO and shared data across Services Australia and the Fair Work Ombudsman, compliance risks and potential penalties are set to rise - making payroll systems and providers central to successful implementation.

In this webinar, we’ll unpack the critical requirements of Payday Super and explore how employers can prepare, including:

• Understanding the new obligations, including pay-cycle reporting and tighter deadlines for super fund payments

• Identifying compliance risks, such as real-time ATO monitoring, increased fines, penalties, and director liability

• Leveraging technology to stay compliant and prevent wage theft, including tools that automate super calculations, validate data, and align STP and SuperStream reporting

• Taking proactive steps now to future-proof payroll systems, educate clients, and ensure a smooth transition ahead of the 2026 deadline