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- 23 July 2026
Three super figures change each year and you’d be surprised how often they get mixed up. The maximum contribution base, the concessional contributions cap, and the non-concessional contributions cap sound like variations on the same thing. They’re not, and only one of them is your problem as an employer. The maximum contribution base is an … Read more
- 20 July 2026
Some years, the calendar delivers 53 weekly pays or 27 fortnightly pays and PAYG won't cover the tax shortfall. Here's what causes it, how to check your pay calendar, and what to tell employees.
- 13 July 2026
Public holidays during parental leave aren't all treated the same — and the rules depend on what type of leave the employee is on. Here's a plain-language guide to each scenario for Australian employers.
- 9 July 2026
The tax tables, minimum wage, super cap and termination figures changed on 1 July 2026. Here's what your payroll software has already updated and the things it hasn't.
- 8 July 2026
Pay in lieu of notice and gardening leave aren't the same thing — and the differences matter for tax, super, and leave entitlements. Here's what Australian employers need to know about both options.
- 6 July 2026
Not every redundancy payment qualifies for Lump Sum D — and getting it wrong costs both the employee and the employer. Here's a clear guide to what's tax-free and who qualifies.