Superannuation Will Be Paid on Government PPL From July 2026 , super contributions will be made on government-funded parental leave payments. This is a major step forward in helping to close the super gap for primary carers, who are often women taking time out from work to care for a baby. Here’s how it will work: Super will be paid directly to your nominated super fund after  the end of the financial year in which you received the Parental Leave Pay. If you share the leave with a partner, each person will get a super contribution based on the portion they received. ✔️ What Employers Need to Know If you currently offer super on PPL as an additional benefit, this is a great time to review your policies and payroll system: You may no longer need to pay super on top of the government scheme (depending on your business policies). Update your payroll settings to reflect the changes. Communicate the updates to your team, especially if you have staff who may be planning parental leave soon. This change is a positive step forward in supporting working parents and improving long-term financial security—something we’re always happy to see. If you’d like help updating your payroll or leave policies, or just want to chat through what this means for your business, feel free to get in touch. We’re here to help.