Super Changes

With 1 July just around the corner, it’s time to get ready for the first major Super changes of 2013.

Among the most significant changes for employees and employers this year will be the increase of Super Guarantee (SG) payments from 9% to 9.25% from 1 July 2013
2012-13 9.00%

2013-14 9.25%

2014-15 9.50%

The existing Super Guarantee upper age limit will be removed this year. From 1 July 2013 all employers must make Super Guarantee contributions for eligible employees aged 70 and over.

Paypac's Accounting Prize

We congratulate Marie Sew Hee, winner of Paypac's Prize in Accounting for 2012 at Murdoch University.

This is Paypac's 5th Year supporting Murdoch's Student Prize Programme.

We look forward to rewarding Marie's dedication to academic excellence at the Awards Ceremony on Tuesday 02/04/2013.

Changes to End of Quarter Super

The end of the quarter for Superannuation is arriving soon.  

All payments for January-March Super are due at your Super Company by Sunday 28^th April 2013.  

As at 1^st July 2012 ,  all late payments may be subject to a fine.

If Paypac is processing your Superannuation, be advised that payments are due in our accout by no later than Monday 15th April  2013.  

As there is a public holiday on 25th April, we need to ensure all funds are received by 24th April, to make sure they are processed in time.

National Payroll Week (18-22 March 2013)

National Payroll Week celebrates the hard work by Australia's wage earners and the payroll professionals processing this crucial transaction.

Payroll is one of the most highly regulated operations of any business. Compliance with a complex system of Federal and State legislation is essential.

Despite these challenges, payroll professionals calculate each pay accurately and on time, every time

Paypac would like to thank our highly valued Staff, Clients and all Payroll Professionals.

We acknowledge that the heart of every business lies with hard working and dedicated payroll personnel.

Your pursuit to maintain payroll efficiency motivates Paypac to keep delivering quality payroll products and services.

Paypac’s 2013 Footy Tipping Comp

Registration for the 2013 Paypac Footy Tipping Comp is now open! Get yourself and your colleagues involved!

If you would like to sign up to our competition please do not hesitate to contact Shannen at footytips@paypac.com.au for the instructions to join.

Please ensure that the email address you use to register is one you check regularly. Using a valid and regularly accessed address makes it so much easier for us to contact you and organise your prize should you win.

If you already hold a footy tips registration, and played the Paypac comp last year, you will likely find that you’re automatically registered for the 2013 Comp. To double check, login and click the ‘Competitions’ tab. This will list the Competitions that your username is registered to. You can start to enter your tips from this point on if you’d like!

The same rules apply as in previous years; a weekly prize is granted to the Tipster who scored best for the round. There will also be End of Season prizes issued for those Tipsters who scored best overall for the season.

We note that this will only be possible with the help of our generous clients, and so if you think your company may be able to donate a prize, please let myself footytips@paypac.com.au know. Paypac will also be donating prizes again this year.

So that we can all attempt to enjoy another successful year, we’d like to gain an indication as to who might be happy to donate a prize to this free competition.

Prizes in previous years have ranged from accommodation, to gift vouchers, to mobile phones, and lots more in between. Should you wish to donate a prize, be mindful that the prize does not necessarily need to relate to your industry or business.

Those donating a prize or prizes will also receive free advertising in Paypac Footy Tipping Comp email updates that are broadcast to all other participating clients.

Any prize donations can be emailed footytips@paypac.com.au

We are looking forward to another successful comp this year!

Thanks for your support.

Successful ANZ Transition

Paypac's recent transition from ANZ Online to ANZ Transactive was seamless with minimal fuss - although it did provide a bit of a learning curve for our outsourcing team!

The feedback we've received from clients has been nothing but positive, which is good when dealing with changes as significant as this.

Changes to ANZ Online Software

ANZ's corporate electronic banking system will be changing from ANZ Online to ANZ Transactive on 19th December 2012.

ANZ Transactive is being rolled out as an upgraded, convenient web-based cash management platform that has been designed for maximum flexibility, security and ease of use. Features include domestic and international payments, transfers, balance and transaction history.

Paypac has been advised that the changes from ANZ Online to Transactive will occur seamlessly.

We trust there will be no inconvenience caused to our Clients and business continuity will be unaffected.

However, we believe it is prudent to advise you of this changes.

If any issues arise on your side, please ensure you advise PAYPAC immediately.

Trading hours over the holiday period

Please find below a timetable of hours of operation for Paypac Payroll Services during the Christmas & New Year's break.

Monday 24th December 2012 - 8.30am - 3:30pm (Please note we close earlier on this day)

Tuesday 25th December 2012 - CLOSED

Wednesday 26th December 2012 - CLOSED

Thursday 27th December 2012 - 8.30am - 5.00pm

Friday 28th December 2012 - 8.30am - 2.00pm (Please note we close earlier on this day)

Monday 31st December 2012 - 8.30am - 3.30pm (Please note we close earlier on this day)

Tuesday 1st January 2013 - CLOSED

Please contact your Payroll Officer to arrange alternate processing times if your usual processing day falls on one of the days Paypac is closed.

Normal operating hours will commence from Wednesday 2nd January 2013.

Foodbank Food Drive

Paypac is again very proud to support our valued client, Foodbank WA, this year. We are arranging a food collection drive in time for Christmas. Thank you to our wonderful clients who have offered to donate grocery products with us.
Please contact Amanda at Paypac if you would also like to join us strive towards "An Australia without hunger".

Helpful Super Tip!

It is important to notify Paypac if a casual has finished employment. By terminating the employee in Paypac,  you will reduce administration by not needing to submit $0 super returns for them.

When is your Super Payment Due?

All super must now be paid by the 28th of the month after the end of the quarter: 28th October, 28th January, 28th April, 28th July

If it is not paid by this date, a fine may be applied. To avoid any delays, funds should be at Paypac by no later than 20th of the month, earlier if possible.

What are the changes to the super guarantee rate?

The compulsory super guarantee rate will gradually increase from 9% to 12%. If you make super payments on behalf of your employees based on the minimum 9% super guarantee rate, you will need to increase this rate to 9.25% on 1 July 2013.

Helpful Super Tip!

To save administration time at a later date, Employers should ask for Employees ' full  superannuation information at commencement: This includes their Full Name, Address, Date of Birth, TFN, Super Fund and Super fund membership number.

What are the changes to employee eligibility for super?

As of 1 July 2013, there is no upper age limit for paying super for an employee. Removal of the limit is to encourage mature workers to remain in the workforce. This means you may need to make super guarantee payments for eligible employees aged 70 years or older.

End of Financial Year Software Courses

Paypac's End of Financial Year Software Courses will be available again in 2011 for all interested software clients.


This involves a half-day workshop, in which you'll learn how to most effectively use the Paypac software to complete all of your End of Financial Year Processing. We'll provide you with an extensive manual to take away with you, and you'll also be treated to a delicious morning or afternoon tea!


We'll cover topics including (but not limited to):
Paypac End of Year enhancements and features
Balance your payroll in minutes!
The importance of reconciliation
Quick and easy problem-solving techniques
Printing your Payment Summaries
ATO requirements
Paypac help menus and wizards


Please register your interest for any of the below available dates.
Friday the 3rd of June, starting from 1:00pm
Friday the 10th of June, starting from 1:00pm


Alternatively, contact Amanda directly on 08 9481 0481 or email amanda@paypac.com.au should you have any further queries.

Are you required to report on Fringe Benefit Tax?

Leading up towards the busy end of the Financial Year, employers are required to report on and submit their Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) liabilities. The FBT year runs from the 1st of April until the 31st of March.

If your business is not currently registered for FBT you must first complete an application form and submit it to the ATO.

What is FBT?
FBT is a tax paid against (mostly) non-monetary benefits that you can choose to provide to your employees.
Examples of this are;
- providing an employee with a company car for private use
- giving your employee a cheap loan
- access to a corporate box

If benefits that are subject to FBT were not utilised throughout the FBT year, you are not required to submit a return as the FBT balance would be nil.

However, the ATO does require that you submit a notice of non-lodgement form if you will not be submitting a return.

We will be updating with more tips and reminders leading up to the End of the Financial Year, including dates for our EOFY Paypac Software Courses.

Should you require additional information or assistance during this busy period, please do not hesitate to contact us on 08 9481 0481 or 1800 729 722.

Paypac supports Murdoch University Students

Paypac is a proud sponsor of Murdoch University’s Sponsorship and Prize Program.

This initiative was created by Murdoch University to support and assist with the development of graduates and to inspire and reward the achievements of their students.

This year, Paypac has chosen to support a student who has shown the most outstanding academic performance within the Accounting area. We trust the Paypac Prize will be truly beneficial to the recipient, whom we are excited to meet at the ceremony towards the end of April.

We encourage any business or individual to support this program. More information can be found on the Murdoch Uni website.

Paypac to attend the upcoming Mining Australia Expo

Paypac Payroll Services will be exhibiting at the Mining Australia Expo on April the 6th, 7th, and 8th this year at the Belmont Park Racecourse.

Known as one of Australia’s premier mining events – attracting visitors from within the mining and resources sectors – both nationally and internationally. Paypac will be showcasing our Payroll Outsourcing Services.

It provides you with an ideal opportunity to learn about the latest advances in mining technology, equipment and services available in today’s marketplace.

To register to visit, click here. We look forward to seeing you there!

Important Dates in 2011 - April 3

Daylight Savings in the Eastern States is coming to an end on Sunday April the 3rd at 2am. This means that the time difference between WA and the Eastern States lessens from being three hours to two hours and this allows an extra hour for banking.

We advise Outsourcing Clients that the PAYPAC OUTSOURCING banking deadline is now extended from 1pm to 2pm WST.

However we do appreciate your prompt assistance to ensure we are always able to meet our banking deadline with time to spare wherever possible.

Payment Summary Paper

Paypac now have Payment Summary Paper available to assist with your End of Financial Year processing.

Payment Summary Features:

• Laser guaranteed 90gsm paper for optimum performance
• Packs are available in quantities of 100 or 500 to suit your needs
• Each pack is individually shrink-wrapped for protection
• Easy to recognise design
• Designed to accommodate PAYG, Individual Non Business, Voluntary Agreement, Labour Hire, Specified Payments & ETP Payments

Watch this space as we’ll be providing an End of Financial Year checklist to help you get through the upcoming busy period.

If you wish to obtain a free sample of our Payment Summary Paper prior to making your order, please contact Michelle on 08 9481 0481 or via email at michelle@paypac.com.au.

Paypac also understands the pressure that some businesses feel during this portion of the year, and so we’d like to help your business to relieve some of that stress by offering our cost effective Payroll Outsouring Solution to assist our Clients to save valuable time.

Contact Peter on 08 9481 0481 or peter@paypac.com.au to obtain a quote and additional information.