June 2025 Super Guarantee Reminder for Employers
As we wrap up another financial year, it’s a good time for business owners to double-check their super obligations and key deadlines. The June 2025 quarter superannuation contributions must be received by your employees’ super funds by Monday, 28 July 2025.
Missing this deadline, even by a day, could leave you facing the Superannuation Guarantee Charge (SGC), which includes extra penalties and interest.
What’s changed?
From 1 July 2025, the Superannuation Guarantee rate has officially increased to 12%. This means that for any payments made to employees from this date forward, the higher rate applies.
The 12% rate applies to the date the payment was made. If the employee earnings relate to the financial year ending 30 June 2025, but the payment is made on or after 1July 2025, the higher 12% rate applies.
What employers should do now
- Double-check that all super contributions for the June quarter have been processed.
- Ensure contributions are received by the super fund (not just paid) before the 28 July deadline.
- Update your payroll software to apply the 12% SG rate from 1 July 2025.
- Adjust your super guarantee payment to the 12% super guarantee rate for any payment made after 1 July 2025 (even if it is to pay for June 2025 wages).
- Review your cash flow and budgeting for future quarters to accommodate the increased SG rate.
Need help?
If you’re unsure whether your contributions are on track or need help updating your payroll system, now’s the time to check in with your bookkeeper or accountant. Staying ahead of the deadline means avoiding costly penalties, and gives you peace of mind heading into the new financial year.
Don’t leave it until the last minute, contact your local office today. We’ll help ensure your super contributions are lodged on time and your payroll systems are ready for the new SG rate.
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