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There are strict workplace laws surrounding payroll, paying wages and the minimum requirements every employee needs to abide by, which is why avoiding payroll mistakes when paying employees and filing PAYG is paramount.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a new employer, be sure you spend some time acquainting yourself with Australian payroll rules and regulations.<\/span><\/p>\n

The best source of information to understand your payroll responsibilities and avoid common payroll mistakes is the <\/span>ATO<\/span><\/a> and the <\/span>Fair Work Ombudsman<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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1) Missing payroll deadlines<\/span><\/h2>\n

Missing a payroll deadline is an entirely avoidable payroll mistake which, frankly, should never occur.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You should have a regular pay run calendar and agreed upon pay schedule which lays out exactly when your employees should be paid.<\/span><\/p>\n

You have a choice to pay employees either weekly, fortnightly, or monthly, however you may <\/span>not exceed one month<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n