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Paid Parental Leave Amendment (Adding Superannuation for a More Secure Retirement) Act 2024

Act No. 90 of 2024 · Assented 1 October 2024

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In brief

Amends paid parental leave law to add superannuation contributions for people receiving government-funded parental leave pay, with the stated aim of boosting retirement savings.

Who's affected

  • Parents receiving parental leave pay
  • Superannuation funds and account providers
  • The Australian Taxation Office

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