From 1 July 2026, superannuation guarantee (SG) has to be paid at the same time as wages, not quarterly. This is the biggest change to how super works in decades, and if you employ staff, it touches your payroll, your cash flow and your approval process. Here's what it means in practice. Payday Super - What's actually changing Nothing changes about how super is calculated. It's still 12% of qualifying earnings. What changes is timing. Right now, you set super aside and deal w

Are your payroll records audit-ready? The Fair Work Ombudsman is conducting surprise inspections across Australia, targeting small businesses to ensure proper record-keeping. Missing or inaccurate records could lead to hefty fines—even if unintentional. This blog breaks down what you need to keep, how long to keep it, and why a good bookkeeper is your best defence against compliance issues.