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10.04.2026 Hybrid holdout: FWC confirms employer’s lawful and reasonable direction for inoffice attendance The COVID-19 pandemic normalised working remotely and as a result, employers may be finding it difficult to roll-back working from home policies and giving lawful and reasonable directions that require employees to return to the office. In the recent ... News

10.04.2026 Budgeting for Payroll: A Strategic Priority for the Next Financial Year Adrienne Silla – Head of Advisory, Australian Payroll Association As organisations plan their budgets for the next financial year, many leaders focus on investments that drive revenue, innovation or operational efficiency. Yet one critical area is often ... News

01.04.2026 Long Service Leave Claims Moving Online – From 13 April 2026 From 13 April 2026, all Long Service Leave (LSL) claims must be submitted online through the SA Portable LSL Worker Portal. This update is part of SA Portable Long Service Leave Community Service’s commitment to make the claims process quicker and easier ... News

01.04.2026 Junior Wages Abolished for Adult Workers By Louise Missen | Head of Member Services, Australian Payroll Association The Fair Work Commission has delivered a landmark ruling that will phase out junior pay rates for adult workers in key modern awards, beginning a major shift in how employers ... News

27.03.2026 Does Super Apply to This Payment? Understanding OTE in Practice Paying superannuation for employees may seem straightforward, yet it continues to be one of the most common sources of payroll error in Australia. Super must be calculated on an employee’s Ordinary Time Earnings (OTE) and determining what forms part of ... News

27.03.2026 What a Day! Highlights from the Australian Payroll Summit Sydney The 2026 Australian Payroll Summit in Sydney was nothing short of incredible. Bringing together payroll professionals, industry leaders and partners from across the country, the day was filled with energy, insight and connection. From the moment doors ... News

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