Pay Day Super Is Coming in 2026
- Sarah Raad
- Dec 17, 2025
- 2 min read
Updated: Dec 23, 2025
Most business owners are used to checking in on super once the quarter ends. It’s always been something you deal with after payroll and everything else on your to-do list.
But from 1 July 2026, that changes. From this date, the ATO will require super to be paid on the same day you pay wages. If you pay weekly or fortnightly, super needs to go out weekly or fortnightly too. It becomes part of every pay run, not something you catch up on later.
Official update:
This shift matters because it will change how you manage cashflow, payroll, and bookkeeping.
Why This Change Matters
Quarterly super gave businesses breathing room. Pay Day Super removes that buffer. You’ll need enough cash every pay cycle, not once every three months.
Employees benefit because their super is paid faster. For business owners, it simply means your finances need to be more organised and your processes tighter.
What You Can Start Doing Now
1. Check Your Cashflow
If Pay Day Super started tomorrow, would you be ready? If cash feels tight, now is the time to review your numbers and make adjustments.
Need help with cashflow planning?
2. Review Your Payroll System
If payroll is manual or messy, this change will feel overwhelming. Make sure your software can process super automatically with each pay run.
Tools many businesses use:
And many others!
3. Keep Your Books Up to Date
Accurate books are essential for accurate super. If you’re falling behind or not confident in your numbers:
What Happens If You Don’t Prepare
Leaving this until 2026 may lead to:
Cashflow pressure
Late super penalties
Extra admin
Stress for you and your team
More information on penalties:
Start Getting Ready Now
With solid systems, tidy books, and good planning, Pay Day Super becomes easy to manage.
If you’d like help preparing, our team can set up payroll, review your cashflow, and get everything ready well before the deadline.
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