Published on
October 13, 2026

‘Do I Need To Pay Super?’ FAQ

MusicNSW
Photo Credit:
Max McDonald

Introduction

With new changes to Payday Super, it can be challenging to understand your obligations as an artist, a sole trader, an employer or a music business owner. 

This resource explains the changes to Payday Super in full, touching on employer obligations, payment deadlines, compliance requirements and answers to common questions. There’s no need to fret over the complexity of superannuation – we’ve designed an FAQ-styled factsheet to make sure the updates are easy to understand and that the information is entirely comprehensible.

'Do I Need To Pay Super?' Flow Chart

If you’d prefer to understand super payments through a more visual lens, we have created an easy-to-follow flow chart detailing whether you need to pay super or not as an employer. This flow chart asks the necessary questions, taking into account age, tax circumstances and employment status.

At the bottom, you'll also find helpful &relevant tips and tricks when considering Super payments, including upfront fee negotiations, payrun timings and more. Jump in and follow the arrows to discover whether super payments apply to you.

Downloads

Info Sheet PDF
500kB
Info Sheet PDF
500kB

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