Payday Super from 1 July 2026

Payday Super from 1 July 2026

‍New rules for paying superannuation contributions

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From 1 July 2026, significant changes will take effect in Australia’s superannuation system, including the introduction of “Payday Super.”

Under the new rules, employers will be required to pay Superannuation Guarantee (SG) contributions at the same time as wages are paid (e.g. weekly, fortnightly, or monthly), instead of the current quarterly cycle.

Contributions must be paid into the employee’s super fund no later than 7 working days after the payday.

Limited exceptions will apply—for example, the first contribution for a new employee may have an extended deadline of up to 20 days.

At the same time, in the 2026–2027 financial year, the Superannuation Guarantee rate will remain at 12% of ordinary time earnings, in line with the requirements set by the Australian Taxation Office.

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https://www.fairwork.gov.au/newsroom/news/payday-super-new-rules-starting-1-july-2026

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