Child Support — employer deductions
Employers must comply with Services Australia (Child Support Registrar) deduction notices.
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Who must comply
Employers + payroll service providers.
What triggers it
Receipt of Services Australia deduction notice.
When due
Each pay cycle; remit by 7th of following month.
Evidence required
Deduction records + remittance evidence.
Max penalty
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Summary
Child Support (Registration and Collection) Act 1988. Employers must deduct child support from notified employees + remit monthly. Penalty for non-compliance + failure to notify Services Australia of cessation.
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Topics
employmentfamily-law
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Frequently asked questions
- Who must comply with Child Support — employer deductions?
- Employers + payroll service providers.
- What triggers Child Support — employer deductions?
- Receipt of Services Australia deduction notice.
- When is Child Support — employer deductions due?
- Each pay cycle; remit by 7th of following month.
- What evidence is required for Child Support — employer deductions?
- Deduction records + remittance evidence.
Source: https://servicesaustralia.gov.au/employer-deduction. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.