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20.02.2026
Default superannuation funds in modern awards have changed
The Fair Work Commission has completed a Review of superannuation clauses in modern awards, resulting in updates to the names of default superannuation funds listed in 125 awards. At first glance, this may appear to be a minor administrative tidy up. In ...
20.02.2026
Former Melbourne Cash Converters operators penalised
The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured a total of $112,985 in penalties against the former operators of three Cash Converters stores in Melbourne. The Federal Circuit and Family Court imposed a total of $94,175 in penalties against SNNB Enterprises Pty Ltd ...
13.02.2026
Payroll processes to review before the PayDay super deadline
With payday super now a reality for Australian employers, payroll teams are operating in a far more time sensitive environment. Superannuation contributions are no longer a quarterly clean up exercise, they are directly tied to each pay run. That shift ...
13.02.2026
Why employers should consider a Real Time Assurance model for payroll
Payroll is one of the most critical functions in any organisation and one of the most exposed to compliance risk. Yet many employers still rely on traditional after the fact processes: periodic audits, end of year reconciliations or reviews only when ...
06.02.2026
Unlock Payroll Potential: Stop Missing the Opportunity in Your Team
Payroll in Australia is at a tipping point. Complexity keeps growing, yet many organisations still fail to invest in developing payroll capability, creating serious risk for both employers and employees. The Australian Payroll Association (APA) continues ...
06.02.2026
Fair Work Commission Updates Superannuation Clauses in Modern Awards
The Australian Payroll Association highlights key changes from the Fair Work Commission's recent review of superannuation provisions in modern awards. These updates ensure compliance by removing outdated or non-compliant default super funds. Employers ...
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