With Interest: Payday Super explained ahead of 2026 rollout

Did you know that one of Australia's biggest superannuation reforms in decades is starting in July 2026? Are you prepared for the change?

In short, with legislation moving through Parliament, Australia will move from quarterly to payday-based superannuation payments – a significant shift with implications across business.

This expert-led episode, featuring three guests, explores the systems issues and regulatory implications as well as why Payday Super is happening and the benefits of this change to employees.

Key takeaways include:

How cash flow, payroll systems and compliance will be affected by this change

The closure of the Small Business Super Clearinghouse (SBSCH)

How the seven-day payment rule will work for missing payments

Practical steps accountants can take to help prepare clients early

Listen now for expert advice to help you prepare for the changes coming soon to superannuation in Australia.

Host: Tahn Sharpe, Editor, INTHEBLACK

Guests:

Kristen Yarbrough, Product Manager at CloudPayroll

Gavan Ord, Business Investment and International Lead, Policy and Advocacy, CPA Australia

Richard Webb, Superannuation Lead, Policy, Standards and External Affairs, CPA Australia

Learn more about CloudPayroll at its website and its LinkedIn account.

And you can read an article about Payday Super on INTHEBLACK.

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