Four decades of innovation, expertise and delivering trusted people and payroll solutions for thousands of Australian organisations.
BRAND JOURNEY
Aurion was founded in Brisbane in 1985 by a team determined to rethink payroll software for Australian organisations.
We welcomed our first customer, ActewAGL, one of Australia's leading energy providers, and they remain a valued customer today.
Our brand was inspired by the Orion's Belt constellation. We later evolved the spelling to Aurion to create a distinctive brand identity while retaining its connection to the iconic constellation.
Expanded our customer-base beyond Utilities to service other industry sectors including Education and Government.
We launched Australia’s first Payroll Self Service, creating better experiences for end users of our software.
We opened our Canberra payroll services bureau to better support our growing Government customer-base.
We transitioned to a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, leveraging cloud technology to deliver greater flexibility, scalability and innovation for customers.
Launched online Self Service, making Aurion even more accessible to end users.
Continued to expand our presence across Australia and enhance our platform capabilities, helping organisations better manage complex payroll and workforce requirements with greater efficiency.
We were acquired by Chandler Macleod Group, owning one of Australia’s top recruitment agencies.
We were the first to market with Single Touch Payroll (STP) compliant software.
Became part of RGF Staffing ANZ, part of the fourth largest HR company worldwide.
Launched dedicated Mobile app and ability to link to online Self Service for expanded features.
Substantial funding was approved and development began for our next-gen software, Version 12.
Built major compliance updates into our software platform including STP – Phase 2 and Payday Super.
40 years of proven experience
We've been helping Australian organisations manage payroll and people since 1986, delivering trusted solutions backed by decades of expertise.
Australian-built, Australian-focused
Designed for the unique needs of Australian employers, our platform helps organisations navigate local payroll, workforce management, and compliance requirements with confidence. We provide local Australian support services and customer data is hosted within Australia.
Innovation that stands the test of time
For four decades, we've continued to evolve our technology to meet changing workforce expectations, legislation, and business needs. Key milestones included Single Touch Payroll and Payday Super.
Trusted by generations of customers
Many of our customers have partnered with us for decades, relying on Aurion to support their people, payroll, and workforce management needs. Over half of our customer-base have partnered with us for more than 10 years.
More than technology
We combine powerful software with specialist support, training, and consulting services to help customers achieve lasting success.
Built for complex & simplified workforces
From small businesses and schools to government, healthcare and enterprise organisations, Aurion supports Australian employers of all sizes. We specialise in managing complex workforce payroll structures as well as simplified workforces help businesses grow.
Customer success at the heart of everything we do
Our long-standing customer relationships are built on partnership, responsiveness, and a commitment to helping organisations get the most from their investment.
A legacy of reliability
Forty years in business reflects our commitment to stability, continuous improvement, and delivering solutions customers can depend on.
We have remained true to our core principles and never once deviated from them. That’s pretty amazing for 40 years and counting.
The collaborative culture, transparent leadership, and commitment to continuous improvement make Aurion a rewarding place to work.
Every day, I’m supported by a team that’s focused on continuous improvement and delivering better outcomes for clients.
The supportive culture, flexible working and focus on wellbeing make it a place where I can thrive both professionally and personally.
The collaborative culture and opportunity to continuously learn and grow keep me engaged and motivated every single day.
As we look to the future of v11 Self Service and beyond, I’m most grateful for the people who have made the journey so rewarding.
I’ve experienced new challenges and continuous learning. I’m especially excited to see v12 launch and play a part in Aurion’s next chapter.
I’m excited to launch new services and unlock the opportunities that Version 12 will bring for our customers and business moving forward.
Hear from our co-founder John Wegert as he reflects on 40 years of Aurion and the secret behind a payroll startup's success.
Celebrating 40 years, Aurion is a trusted Australian digital provider supporting thousands of organisations to simplify people and payroll with ease.
Discover Aurion Version 11.100, featuring a redesigned ESS homepage, enhanced payroll flexibility, and new API capabilities to boost efficiency.
Aurion acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia. We pay our respect to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to elders past and present.
