Part 1 of 3, step 2 of 4
A ready workspace and working logins tell a new starter they are expected.
Prepare everything before they walk in.
Featured: New staff induction checklist. Work through it with every new starter so each induction covers the same essentials.
Collect what you need to pay correctly and meet tax and super obligations.
Must know
Offer eligible employees a choice of super fund, usually within 28 days; if they do not choose, request stapled super details from the ATO. From 1 July 2026, under payday super, contributions must generally reach the fund within 7 business days of payday. Issue pay slips within one working day and keep records for 7 years.
Check the forms are current. Government forms change, so confirm you are using the latest ATO and Fair Work versions.
Introduce workplace policies and run day one.
General information only, not legal advice. Laws and requirements change and depend on your circumstances, industry, state and any award or agreement. Business Kitz templates are a starting point and should be tailored; using a template does not by itself make a business compliant. Check fairwork.gov.au, ato.gov.au and your state regulator, and get advice before acting. Prepared for 2026/27.