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Payday Super flow-on effects to contribution caps: issues, relief and considerations for employers and employees

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The move to Payday Super could see some employees’ 2026–27 concessional contributions include employer payments relating to up to 15 months of earnings, creating potential cap issues and questions for finance and payroll teams. Proposed relief may exclude qualifying June 2026 quarter employer contributions, but not salary sacrifice contributions however, this is not yet law.

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Forvis Mazars appoints Marcus Leonard as Partner and National Head of Tax

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Appointment brings more than 25 years of corporate, private client and M&A tax experience to lead the firm’s nationally integrated, growth-focused Tax practice.

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Who gets your super when you die?

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Many people assume their superannuation will automatically be distributed according to their Will when they pass away. However, the rules are not that simple and overlooking them can mean your super does not go where you intended.

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Don't leave $25,000 on the table: Using the NSW Net Zero Planning Grant to get ahead of climate data requests

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Climate information requests are increasing. Is your business ready?

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Cyber security in 2027: resilience through strategic governance and autonomy

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1 October 2026
Cyber security faces a convergence of rapidly shifting technologies, evolving regulations and advanced threats. To prepare for what’s next, organisations will need to embrace strategic governance and intentional innovation.

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Psychosocial safety: Are you seeing the risks before they become problems?

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For decades, workplace safety has been associated with what we can see: machinery, manual handling, falls, hazards and physical incidents. However, the nature of workplace risk has changed.

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Forvis Mazars named finalist in three Women in Finance Awards categories

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Forvis Mazars has been named a finalist in three categories at the 2026 Women in Finance Awards: Employer of the Year, Wellness Program of the Year and Young Leader of the Year.

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Forvis Mazars promotes Pierre-Alain Tieu to Partner in Australia

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7 September 2026
Promotion recognises deep audit expertise, client focus and leadership of the firm’s French–Australian offering.

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10 Tips to improve your month-end process

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7 September 2026
The end of the month is not when month-end processes should start.

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Five payroll obligations every employer should get right

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Meeting payroll obligations is essential for Australian businesses. Accurate and timely payroll practices help organisations comply with legal requirements, maintain employee trust, avoid penalties and reduce the risk of costly disputes. They also support a positive workplace culture and protect the long-term reputation of the business.

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