The ATO has reported that around 123,000 individuals have made 'downsizer super contributions' since the scheme commenced in 2018, contributing more than $31 billion to super funds. Broadly, where the various requirements are satisfied, eligible individuals aged 55 years or older can contribute up to $300,000...
The ATO has added an extra verification step for super transfer and consolidation requests made through the ATO's online services. This step is the latest ATO app security feature that helps protect against fraudulent activity. If a taxpayer has registered their device using the ATO app, they...
The ATO is reminding business taxpayers of recent changes they should keep in mind this Tax Time, including the following: From 1 July 2026, Payday Super applies. Employers will need to pay super to an employee's nominated super fund each payday, and it must reach the...
The ATO is providing information that employers need to know to manage the changeover from quarterly super to Payday Super from 1 July 2026 (i.e., when employers will begin paying super with each payday under the Payday Super changes). During July 2026, employers may need to...
The Small Business Superannuation Clearing House ('SBSCH') will permanently close on 1 July 2026. Therefore, employers still using it have less than a month to transition to an alternative service provider, test their new arrangements and resolve any issues before Payday Super begins. The ATO recommends...
Key BAS, tax & super deadlines — all in one simple guide A new year always brings good intentions — more balance, less stress, and feeling a little more in control. But when it comes to tax, BAS, super and payroll, it’s easy for deadlines to creep...
Employers are reminded that employee super contributions for the quarter ending 30 June 2025 must be received by the relevant super funds by Monday, 28 July 2025. If the correct amount of SG is not paid by an employer on time, they will be liable...
As the end of the financial year has just past, the ATO is reminding employers that they should check what they need to do and take note of the following upcoming key dates. Pay as you go ('PAYG') withholding — From 1 July 2025, some withholding...
The ATO is warning the community about a "proliferation of dodgy websites sharing fake news about changes to the superannuation preservation rules and withdrawal rules starting on 1 June." ATO Deputy Commissioner Emma Rosenzweig confirmed the maximum preservation age (the age when an individual can access...
You must pay super for eligible employees. To avoid the super guarantee charge (SGC), payments must be received by the employee's fund on or before the quarterly super due dates. Payments can be made at least 4 times a year. This applies from the day employees start...