Payroll Update October 2025

The ATO is clamping down on businesses misclassifying employees as contractors, with consequences for non-compliance. September Quarter Super is also due 28 October.
SBSCH closing July 2026

The Small Business Superannuation Clearing House will close on 1 July 2026. The SBSCH is a free online service provided by the Australian Government through the ATO.
Payday Super Update Oct 2025

From 1 July 2026, employers will need to pay super at the same time as wages. The Government has introduced legislation to give effect to Payday Super. While it’s not yet law, watch this space for updates.
Business tax and payroll updates August 2025

Paid Parental Leave just got better — with more weeks, higher payments and super contributions now included. Plus, new rules on Division 7A and tax amendments could impact your business. Need help navigating the changes? Contact Omnis today.
Essentials Every New Business Owner Needs to Get Right from Day One

Starting a business? Discover the key steps every new business owner must take to stay compliant, manage cash flow and set up for long-term success.
July 2025 changes and deadlines

Stay on top of key employer obligations for 2025–26, including PAYG, STP, SG payments and updated car depreciation and tax thresholds.
How to master your employer obligations in 2025

Taxpayers who employ staff should remember these important dates and obligations in 2025.
Reminder of December 2024 Quarter Super Guarantee
Superannuation Deadline ‘SG’ Approaching Don’t Miss the 28 January Cut-Off Ensure Compliance with the 11.5% SG Rate to Avoid Penalties and Interest Employers are reminded that employee superannuation contributions for the quarter ending 31 December 2024 must be received by the relevant super funds by 28 January 2025. If the correct amount of SG is […]
Could your staff celebration attract FBT?
Consider if fringe benefits tax (FBT) may apply or you could end up with an unexpected FBT liability. With the holiday season kicking off, you may be planning a celebration with your staff. Before you hire a restaurant or book an event, make sure you work out if the benefits you provide your employees are […]
New ATO guidance on “who is an employee?”
ATO Clarifies Definition of ‘Employee’ for PAYG Withholding Purposes New Ruling Provides Guidance on Determining Employment Status The ATO recently issued a ruling which explains when an individual is an ’employee’ of an entity for pay as you go (‘PAYG’) withholding purposes. A useful approach for establishing whether or not a worker is an employee […]