COSBOA Small Business Summit 2026
We attended the COSBOA Small Business Summit which brings together government ministers, regulators, industry leaders, and small business representatives to address the pressing challenges and opportunities facing the sector. Read about DSPANZ Director insights from the Summit
A new financial year: building on momentum
Chris Denney reflects on the sector’s end of financial year achievements, the priorities shaping the year ahead and DSPANZ’s work to become a sharper, more member-focused organisation.
TPB AI Guidance for Tax Practitioners and Potential Impacts for DSPs
We've broken down the TPB's TPB(GS) 55/2026 on AI and the Code of Professional Conduct and the potential impacts for DSPs.
Payments Sydney Workshop
Our next in-person Payments all day workshop is coming up on 13 August in Sydney. Interested in coming along? Register to attend today!
Verifiable Credentials Policy
DSPANZ provided a submission on the Department of Finance's consultation on verifiable credentials (VCs) policy on 3 July 2026.
Proposed Legislative Changes for Intermediaries
DSPANZ provided a submission to Inland Revenue on the Proposed Legislative Changes for Intermediaries. We highlighted the framework is proportionate, technology-neutral and commercially workable, and on identifying specific areas where we ask for clarification, co-design or transitional relief.
Cyber Resilience and the Three Pillars of Cyber Threat Intelligence
Join Yvonne Sears, author of Resilience by Design, at our upcoming webinar 'Cyber Resilience and the Three Pillars of Cyber Threat Intelligence' as she explores how understanding cyber risk starts with understanding what matters most. Register to attend today!
Likely impact of proposed CGT changes on investment in small Digital Service Providers (DSPs)
Read our high level summary of the likely impact of proposed CGT changes on investment in small digital software providers
NZ Budget 2026
Aotearoa New Zealand's Budget 2026 contains a range of initiatives that will affect the environment in which Digital Service Providers (DSPs) operate.
Account to Account Vision Consultation
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Australian Payments Network (AusPayNet) consultation on the future vision for Australia’s account-to-account (A2A) payments ecosystem. Read about it here.
2026-27 Australian Budget Breakdown for DSPs
DSPANZ has put together our analysis of the 2026-27 Federal Budget and highlighted the measures and initiatives with potential impacts for DSPs.
DSPANZ Review
In 2025, the DSPANZ Board commissioned an independent review to ensure DSPANZ remains sustainable, member-focused and well positioned in a
rapidly digitising operating environment. The review confirmed DSPANZ’s ongoing value but recommended reforms to strengthen governance and
leadership, sharpen strategic priorities and member value, improve operational discipline, and establish a sustainable operating
model.
DSPANZ Member Survey Insights
DSPANZ conducted a Member Engagement Survey in late 2025 to assess your engagement with DSPANZ, the value they derive from membership, and opportunities for improvement. Check out the insights here/
Treasury Laws Amendment Bill 2026: Enhancing TPB Sanctions Framework
DSPANZ provided a submission in response to the exposure draft materials for the Treasury Laws Amendment Bill 2026: Enhancing TPB Sanctions Framework.
Privacy and Identity Verification Best Practice Guidance
DSPANZ releases industry-first privacy and identity verification guidance for DSPs to reduce identity data breach risk
Unfair Trading Practices
DSPANZ provided a submission to Treasury's consultation on the Competition and Consumer Amendment (Unfair Trading Practices) Bill 2026 on 23 February 2026.
Supporting Choice in Superannuation Bill
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Senate Standing Committees on Economics' inquiry into the Treasury Laws Amendment (Supporting Choice in Superannuation and Other Measures) Bill 2025 on 20 February 2026.
Registry Stabilisation & Uplift Draft Legislation
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Treasury's consultation on the Registry Stabilisation and Uplift - Draft Legislation on 13 February 2026
Melbourne Member Connect
We kicked off 2026 with our Members Connect event in Melbourne! It was great to see a mix of new and familiar faces, with plenty of great chats, laughs and ideas being shared.
Meet the DSPANZ Director
Earlier this year, the DSPANZ Board and Team welcomed new Director, Nathan Kerr, Chief Technology Officer at One Click Life and One Click Verify, to the board.
DSPANZ 2026 Planning Day
In January 2026, the DSPANZ Board and staff met in Melbourne for our annual planning days - we reviewed where DSPANZ currently delivers value, the challenges facing Digital Service Providers (DSPs), and how we can adapt to better represent the sector across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand now and into the future.
NZ Digital Advisory Group Payroll (DAG) EOIs for 2026
We're calling for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from Digital Service Providers (DSPs) who would like to participate in the New Zealand Digital Advisory Payroll Working Group (NZ DAG). Check out more details about the DAG and how you can submit your EOI.
Joint NZ Digital Advisory Group & ATO Strategic Working Group Meeting
On Friday 14 November 2025, DSPANZ convened a joint virtual session bringing together members of the ATO Strategic Working Group (SWG) and the New Zealand Digital Advisory Group (DAG) with Inland Revenue.
Red Tape Reduction Review
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Board of Taxation's Red Tape Reduction Review on 15 December 2025.
Payday Super Draft Practical Compliance Guideline
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Australian Taxation Office's Draft Practical Compliance Guideline, outlining the first year compliance approach for Payday Super on 7 November 2025.
Budget Updates 2025
The Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand governments have recently released their mid-year Budget updates, containing outlooks on each country's economic trajectories and key priorities leading into 2026 Budgets.
Payday Super Implementation Overview
DSPANZ has developed the following indicative Payday Super implementation timeline to illustrate how system changes are expected to roll out across the super ecosystem. The diagram shows when key services become available, when mandatory changes commence, and how dependencies flow between super funds, gateways, clearing houses, payroll software providers, onboarding solutions and time and attendance systems.
2025 Annual General Meeting Outcomes
DSPANZ held our 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday 27 November 2025 at 2:00pm AEDT. The current DSPANZ Board, Nominated Directors and DSPANZ Members were all invited to attend the AGM virtually.
Annual Report 2024-25
Our 2024-25 Annual Report provides an overview of DSPANZ's activities, member engagement and ongoing work with government over the past year.
Join the DAG in 2026
We're calling for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from Aotearoa New Zealand Digital Service Providers (DSPs) who would like to participate in the Digital Advisory Group (known as the DAG) in 2026.
Payday Super Legislation Hits Parliament
Statement from DSPANZ following the introduction of Payday Super legislation into Parliament on 9 October 2025.
Holidays Act Replacement Announced
Following the announcement that the New Zealand government will replace the Holidays Act with a new Employment Leave Act, we break down the anticipated changes and what these mean for DSPs.
Secure by Design: The Decision-Makers’ Guide to Software Security Culture
Too often, software security is seen as the sole responsibility of technical and security teams. That's why we're bringing Dr. Pamela O’Shea, Director at Shea Security to challenge that view in our upcoming webinar 'Secure by Design: The Decision-Makers’ Guide to Software Security Culture' on Tuesday 21 October 2025. Kicking off our two-part Secure by Design series, this webinar is tailored for non-developers but open to all. Developers, keep your eyes peeled.. your turn is next.
NPP Capabilities
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Australian Payments Plus (AP+) Building the Future of Account-To-Account Payments in Australia - Public Consultation on NPP Capabilities on 6 August 2025.
Future Vision for Account-To-Account Payments in Australia
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Australian Payments Plus (AP+) and Australian Payments Network (AusPayNet) consultation on the Future Vision for Account-To-Account (A2A) Payments in Australia on 5 August 2025.
Economic Reform Roundtable Submission
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Treasury's consultation ahead of the Economic Reform Roundtable on 28 July 2025.
Clerks Award Working From Home Term
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Fair Work Commission's initiative to develop a Working From Home (WFH) term for the Clerks - Private Sector Award 2020 on 19 July 2025.
Voluntary Code of Practice for App Store Operators and App Developers
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Department of Home Affairs' consultation on introducing a voluntary code of practice for app store operators and app developers on 11 July 2025.
Aotearoa New Zealand Budget 2025 Impacts for DSPs
Aotearoa New Zealand's Budget 2025 was delivered on 22 May by Finance Minister Nicola Willis. DSPANZ has broken down the initiatives with impacts for Digital Service Providers (DSPs).
API-Enabled, Instant, and Always On
In this DSPANZ Member Voice article, Monoova speaks on API-Enabled, Instant, and Always On: Australia's New Payment Reality Understanding the Australian Payments Ecosystem
Government Procurement Rules
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's Government Procurement Rules Consultation on 8 April 2025.
Payday Super Exposure Draft
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Treasury's consultation on the draft legislation and regulations for Payday Super on 15 April 2025.
Planning Day 2025
DSPANZ Directors and staff met in Melbourne for our Annual Planning Days to focus in on how we can continue supporting and delivering value to our members in 2025 and beyond. Read more about what DSPANZ will be focusing on this year and how we'll be supporting our members.
2025-26 Australian Budget Breakdown for DSPs
DSPANZ has put together our analysis of the 2025-26 Federal Budget and highlighted the measures and initiatives with potential impacts for DSPs.
Planning Day 2025
The DSPANZ board and staff kicked off the year with some big conversations at our Annual Planning Days - a big thank you to our Directors, Members and staff for your time, ideas and ongoing support! Take a quick peek at how we’re working to deliver more value in 2025 and beyond.
Review of Tax Regulator Secrecy Exceptions
DSPANZ provided a submission to Treasury's Review of Tax Regulator Secrecy Exceptions on 14 March 2025. Learn more and access the full submission.
Proposed Digital Competition Regime
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Treasury's consultation on the proposed new digital competition regime. Learn more and access the full submission.
Secure Storage and Management of TFNs and Personal Information Best Practice Guidance
Access the Secure Storage and Management of Tax File Numbers and Personal Information: Best Practice Guidance for Australian Business Software Providers here.
Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand Budget Updates 2024
The Australian and New Zealand governments have recently released their respective budget updates. Here's our key insights from New Zealand's Half-Year Economic and Fiscal Update (HYEFU) and Australia's Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO).
Annual General Meeting Outcomes 2024
Outcomes from the DSPANZ 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on 6 November.
Annual Report 2023-24
Our 2023-24 Annual Report captures a year of meaningful engagement with our members and peers in government, key achievements and our priorities heading into 2025. Read more in the full Annual Report.
Join the DAG in 2025
We're calling for expressions of interest (EOIs) from Aotearoa New Zealand Digital Service Providers (DSPs) who would like to participate in the Digital Advisory Group or DAG in 2025.
Unpacking Privacy Act Amendments for DSPs
The Australian Government introduced the Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 on 12 September 2024, marking a significant shift towards modernising Australia's privacy legislation. Here's our breakdown of the changes for DSPs.
Payday Super Policy Design Announcement
Statement from DSPANZ welcoming the joint announcement from the Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer on the policy design details for delivering Payday Super.
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