The Pushworth Group – Superannuation Policy for Sole Traders
Effective Date: 1 July 2025
Applies to: All Sole Trader Suppliers (Musicians, DJs, Entertainers) contracted via the Pushworth Live Booking Portal
1. CURRENT LEGAL POSITION
- There has been no change to superannuation legislation.
- Pushworth operates as a licensed agent and marketplace, not an employer.
- Artists engaged through Pushworth operate as independent suppliers under their own ABN and business structure.
- Pushworth does not hold employer obligations for artist superannuation.
2. ENGAGEMENT MODEL
All engagements facilitated by Pushworth are structured as:
- independent contractor arrangements
- result-based services (delivery of a show)
- artists retaining full control over:
- performance
- delivery
- creative direction
Pushworth facilitates the engagement only.
3. COMPLIANCE POSITION
Pushworth operates in alignment with:
- current superannuation legislation
- contractor frameworks under workplace law
- independent business treatment under tax law
- State-based licensing requirements
There is no blanket requirement for venues to pay superannuation for performers.
4. POSITION GOING FORWARD
Pushworth will continue to operate under current law.
If regulatory guidance changes:
- this policy will be updated
- compliance requirements will be implemented
Where superannuation obligations are confirmed:
- Pushworth’s Booking Portal will administer payments on behalf of venues
- this will be integrated into the existing booking process
- implementation will be structured, efficient, and compliant
FINAL STATEMENT
Pushworth operates with clarity and consistency under current law.
If obligations change, they will be implemented.
If superannuation is required, our system will manage it.
