March 2026 Newsletter

Welcome to the March edition of our client newsletter. This month, we’ve brought together a range of timely and practical insights across tax, superannuation and financial planning, all designed to help you stay informed, prepared and in control of your financial position.

In this edition:

Payday super checklist for employers: Steps to stay compliant 
From 1 July 2026, employers will be required to pay superannuation guarantee (SG) contributions at the same time as salary and wages. This represents a significant shift for many businesses. We outline what the new rules mean and provide a practical checklist to help small employers prepare now.

Commonwealth seniors health card (CSHC): What’s changing from 20 March 2026
The CSHC offers valuable benefits for eligible self-funded retirees, including reduced health costs and cheaper PBS medicines. However, it is income tested, and upcoming increases to deeming rates may impact eligibility. We explain what’s changing and how it could affect you.

Fringe benefits tax (FBT) checklist 2025-26
With the FBT return deadline approaching, we provide a helpful (non-exhaustive) checklist to assist employers in identifying potential FBT liabilities and ensuring compliance.