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In The Know: The Payroll Change Every Employer Needs to Prepare for Before July 2026 - with Julie Schofield
Description
In this episode of Humans of Agriculture, Oli Le Lievre sits down with Julie Schofield, Executive Business Unit Leader of Private Business Services at Boyce, to unpack one of the biggest changes coming for employers in more than 30 years: Payday Super.
From 1 July 2026, businesses will be required to pay superannuation at the same time employees are paid, rather than monthly or quarterly. While it may sound like a simple administrative change, Julie explains why this shift will have major implications for cash flow, payroll systems, onboarding, and business operations across regional Australia.
Julie shares her own journey from growing up in Boorowa to building a career with Boyce, one of Australia’s largest rural accounting firms, and reflects on the importance of mentorship, leadership, and supporting regional businesses through change.
This conversation is practical, timely, and designed to help business owners, managers, and employers understand what Payday Super means and how to prepare before the legislation comes into effect.
Key insights from the conversation:
- Payday super legislation coming in July 2026
- Impact on business cash flow and compliance
- Practical tips for businesses to prepare for new super payment rules
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to the Episode and Main Topic
01:07 Guest Introduction: Julie Schofield from Boyce
02:16 Julie’s Background and Career Path
04:00 Overview of Boyce and Its Regional Presence
06:12 Leadership Approach and Mentorship
08:17 Client Portfolio and Travel Routine
10:11 What is Payday Super and Why Now
11:48 Impacts of Payday Super on Employees and Employers
12:52 Practical Tips for Businesses to Prepare
13:55 Changes in Behaviour and Cash Flow Management
15:39 Data Verification and Compliance Measures
16:30 Penalties for Non-Compliance and Enforcement
17:02 Handling Super Payments for Different Pay Periods
18:03 Questions from the Audience and Surprising Insights
19:18 Tools and Software for Compliance
20:16 Closing Remarks and Future Outlook