February Newsletter
DSPANZ is calling for expressions of interest (EOIs) from Aotearoa New Zealand DSPs who would like to participate in the Digital Advisory
Group (DAG) Payroll Working Group for
2025. Learn more about the DAG Payroll Working Group and how to submit your EOI here.
Applications will close at 5pm NZDT on 19 March 2025.
DSPANZ News
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Meet the Director - Colette
Betts
Over the past year, Collette Betts has provided valuable expertise in corporate affairs, media, and government relations as a member of the
DSPANZ Board. Collette’s strategic insights and ability to navigate complex policy landscapes have strengthened our engagement and
advocacy efforts, ensuring the voice of
digital service providers is heard. Her contributions continue to make a meaningful impact on both
DSPANZ and the broader business software industry. We appreciate her dedication and look forward to working together as we continue to
support and advocate for our industry. Learn more about the DSPANZ team here.
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DSPANZ Representation
Over the past month, we’ve been attending the following working groups and meetings representing DSPs:
- New Zealand Digital Advisory Group
(DAG)
- Sending Service Providers (SSPs) Model Changes Working Group
- DAG Security Working Group
- A-NZ Peppol All Stakeholders Working Group
- DAG Payroll Working Group
- Payday Super Working Group.
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Industry News
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Updated
ATO DSP Conditions of
Use
The ATO has updated their DSP
conditions of use
to outline acceptable language that DSPs can use to promote their software products and services. The updates have been published after
consultation within the ATO and with DSPANZ. Check the updated guidance to ensure you are:
- Using approved
terminology
- Following branding guidelines
- Providing clear messaging
Refer to the Software Developers website
or the Policies page on the DSP
hub
for
other policies that apply to you.
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Inland
Revenue eInvoicing Webinar
Inland Revenue is hosting an eInvoicing webinar on Tuesday 11 March from 11am to 11.45am NZDT. Join
presenters Linda More from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and Graham Poppelwell from Inland Revenue to learn how
eInvoicing is helping
businesses across New Zealand. Learn more and register for the webinar here.
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Inquiry
into the Digital Transformation of Workplaces - Future of Work Report
The Inquiry
into the Digital Transformation of Workplaces
published its Future of Work Report in January. This inquiry was launched on 9 April 2024 by the House Standing Committee on
Employment,
Education and Training following a referral from the Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, the Hon Tony Burke MP. The report
contains 21 recommendations that focus on:
- Maximising benefits of AI and ADM in the workplace
- Addressing specific risks associated with AI and ADM
- Managing high-risk AI systems in workplaces and supporting proposed guardrails
- Clarifying legal obligations on developers and deployers
(employers) of ADM and AI systems as they apply to workplaces
- Enhancing employee protections, especially regarding their data and privacy
- Requiring meaningful consultation, transparency, accountability and procedural fairness regarding the use of AI and ADM
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Developing information campaigns to build public trust of these technologies, understanding of the relevant frameworks, and of safe and
responsible use.
Read the
full report here.
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ATO
Fraud and Corruption Control Plan 2025
The ATO released its 2025 Fraud and Corruption Control Plan earlier this month. The Plan:
- Outlines the ATO’s fraud and corruption control framework
- Articulates the ATO’s approach to managing fraud and corruption risks
- Explains the strategies the ATO uses to train and raise employee awareness.
Learn more and read the entire
plan here.
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Events
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Secure
Your Ticket for Beyond Tomorrow 2025
Back for its second year, the Australian Payments Plus summit, Beyond
Tomorrow,
is where the future of payments and digital identity comes to life. Join Australian Payments Plus on 25 March 2025 at ICC Sydney to
be
part of the conversation and unleash opportunities for the future.
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Explore what's next: Gain insights into how Australia's payment and identity systems are transforming to be more
efficient, long-lasting, and future ready.
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Uncover unique learning experiences: Across the day, we'll uncover the biggest challenges and potential solutions
facing our industry to keep you in the
know.
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Forge meaningful connections: Connect with peers, experts and innovators from across the industry.
Secure
your spot here.
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Member
Spotlight
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SuperAPI
Who are
you?
SuperChoiceForm and SuperAPI are from Super Simple Super Group Pty Ltd. Riley James founded SuperChoiceForm in 2017, and in 2022 Ben
Styles and Sam Richardson joined him to extend from consumer channels into SME and Enterprise.
What do you do?
We have been supplying and building accounting and payroll software in AU & NZ for over 30 years. We help Australians efficiently
make their Superannuation Standard Choice as part of joining their new employer.
Where are you located?
Melbourne
Who can people contact for more information?
info@superchoiceform.com.au
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Until next time,
The Team at DSPANZ.
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