Odoo 19 Official Release: 8 Breakthroughs For Australia

Odoo 19 Official Release marks the most advanced leap in ERP localisation for Australian businesses, delivering native compliance, embedded intelligence, and modular depth built for Aussie realities. More than a version upgrade, Odoo 19 introduces fully compliant Australian Payroll with Single Touch Payroll (STP Phase 2), SuperStream clearing house integration, YTD balance imports, and 2025–26 tax rules, all embedded in the core suite (Lionel Willems, Head of Services at Odoo Australia, 2025).

Other breakthroughs include ABA wage payments, GST toggling, Peppol-ready invoicing, ESG reporting, and Tyro POS integration, removing reliance on costly third-party apps.

Odoo 19 also ships with over 23,000 lines of AU payroll code and delivers major enhancements to BAS reporting and fringe benefit tax, aligning with ATO-mandated formats (Lionel Willems, Head of Services at Odoo Australia, 2025).

This article breaks down 8 critical updates Australian teams should know, spanning Website, Sales, CRM, Manufacturing, Payroll, Accounting, POS, AI, and more. A full supplement outlines all AU localisation milestones and roadmaps coming next.

1. Website and Customer Experience

Odoo 19 delivers a streamlined, AI-enhanced website and customer experience suite, combining guided onboarding, SEO insights, and Google Shopping integration. From eCommerce to live chat, this release improves digital storefronts and support workflows for Australian customer-facing teams.

1.1. Website & eCommerce: Guided Onboarding, New Templates, Google Merchant Sync

Odoo 19 upgrades website and eCommerce experiences with guided onboarding, new templates, and Google Shopping sync. Dynamic blocks improve responsiveness, while mega menus are now supported on mobile. Inline text editing includes AI rewrite assistance, and SEO checks offer keyword, structure, and schema feedback (Fabien Pinckaers, CEO of Odoo, Odoo Experience 2025). Product cards now display attribute values and variant previews directly on the shop page.

The screenshot below was taken during Fabien, showing that a user can describe a page for AI to create:

Additionally, listings now sync directly with Google Merchant Centre, simplifying visibility across search and shopping ads for Australian stores.

1.2 Live Chat and Discuss: Expertise Routing, Chat Insights, Status Controls

Chat agents can now limit concurrent chats, use expertise-based routing, and analyse session statistics, including leads created or chatbot performance. Discuss adds role mentions, status settings like Do Not Disturb, and emoji shortcuts, improving real-time collaboration and visibility across busy sales and support teams.

With the digital front now optimised, Odoo 19 also redefines how Australian teams manage leads, pipelines, and recurring sales. Let’s explore what’s new in Sales, CRM, and Subscription workflows.

2. Sales, CRM and Subscriptions

Odoo 19 simplifies revenue workflows with enhancements across Sales, CRM, and Subscriptions, designed for flexibility, speed, and customer focus. These updates help Australian teams close deals faster and tailor every touchpoint for long-term growth.

2.1 Sales: Editable Optional Products, Catalogue Sections, Portal Top-Up

Sales quotations now support editable optional products in the portal, and sales teams are notified when invoices are paid. New catalogue sections allow product grouping and hide/show line prices or compositions for cleaner proposals. The AI assistant also improves quotation layout and structure.

Other updates include separate print/send quote, commission forecast notes, loyalty product domains, and e-wallet top-up from the portal. Integrations with Shopee and Gelato (print-on-demand) further extend Odoo’s reach.

2.2. CRM and Marketing: AI Probability, Lead Sources, Kanban Linking

Odoo 19 CRM includes AI-powered win probability with explanations, rule-based lead assignment with priority filters, and contact linking in the Kanban view. Leads can now be created from scanned business cards or assigned from external sources such as email aliases for improved follow-up. See the AI-generated win rates within Odoo CRM in the image below:

AI also suggests industry fields based on company names to enrich reporting (Fabien Pinckaers, CEO of Odoo, Odoo Experience 2025). In marketing automation, dynamic domains allow more refined campaign targeting.

2.3. Subscriptions: Prorated Billing, One-Time Sales, Portal Edits

Subscriptions now support invoicing based on delivered quantity, one-time sales of goods, and prorated pricing for recurring products. Users can update their invoicing address from the portal and define recurring pricelists with formulas and discounts to match delivery cycles or upsell timing.

Automation rules are decoupled from the app and available via Studio, ensuring subscription logic remains flexible while reducing complexity for simpler use cases.

As recurring revenue flows become more flexible, Odoo 19 also brings powerful new features to physical operations. Let’s explore what’s new in Inventory, Purchase, and Barcode for growing supply chains.

3. Inventory, Purchase and Barcode

Odoo 19 strengthens inventory control and procurement forecasting with better package nesting, replenishment logic, and barcode precision. These updates empower Australian businesses to reduce errors, automate stock decisions, and trace products across multiple layers, from vendor catalogues to internal scans.

3.1. Inventory and Purchase: Packages within Packages, Forecasted Reports, Suggested Quantity to Replenish

Odoo 19 introduces packages within packages, multi-route replenishment on sales order (SO) lines, and automated route configuration to streamline procurement. The forecasted report now flags expired products and removes non-consumables from stock counts. The vendor catalogue includes suggested quantities to replenish, factoring in order frequency, demand history, and min/max rules.

Improvements to the Master Production Scheduler separate direct/indirect demand and highlight underestimated forecasts. Inventory valuation has been simplified with transfer backdating and a new closing interface. UoM and packaging have merged, while inventory updates can be done directly on the product form. WhatsApp shipping notifications and reservation triggers on adjustment also enhance fulfilment.

3.2. Barcode: Operation Descriptions, Product Source Location, Lot and Serial Number Properties

The Barcode app in Odoo 19 now displays operation descriptions for receipts, internal transfers, and deliveries. It allows users to manually set the product source location and view or edit lot/serial number properties. These changes improve traceability across desktop and handheld devices. The following screenshot shows Fabien performing the 3-step barcode scanning:

With logistics and purchasing more automated, manufacturers can now benefit from smarter planning tools and real-time shop floor visibility. Next, we’ll explore how Odoo 19 streamlines production, subcontracting, and operations planning.

4. Manufacturing, Shop Floor & Planning

Odoo 19 improves manufacturing visibility with editable deadlines, labour-based valuation, and better shift coordination. Whether for discrete or subcontracted production, teams can now adapt flows quickly while managing cost inputs, sequencing, and operator feedback in a unified system.

4.1. MRP: Gantt View, Editable Deadlines, Labour-Based Valuation

Manufacturing Orders (MOs) now support Gantt-based rescheduling and editable deadlines. Bills of materials (BoMs) include batch defaults and simplified capacity, while AVCO/FIFO valuations reflect labour impact using work centre hourly rates.

4.2. Shop Floor & Planning: Barcode Workflows, Shift Scheduling, Routing Edits

The Shop Floor app redesign centralises barcode commands, progress tracking, and instruction updates in one screen. Routing can be modified mid-process, and components can be consumed via barcode. Planning now supports multi-day shift creation from calendar or Gantt views, shift printing, attendance comparisons, and rental order checks to avoid scheduling conflicts.

The same shift-driven logic now applies to service delivery and time tracking. Let’s explore what’s new in Projects, Timesheets, and Field Services.

5. Project, Timesheets and Services

Odoo 19 enhances service delivery and project coordination with AI-driven task assignment, flexible templates, mobile timesheets, and improved calendar planning. These updates help Australian teams track work, optimise resources, and accelerate delivery, from internal projects to field service.

5.1. Project and Timesheet: Smart Assign, Mobile Grid View, Priority Alerts

Odoo 19 adds AI-assisted task assignment based on job titles and team roles (Fabien Pinckaers, 2025). Project templates can now predefine timelines and auto-plan task sequences. Gantt view enhancements include drag-and-drop rescheduling, critical path view, and editable start dates. Assignees can be added by email, and private projects can be shared with portal users.

5.2. Field Service and Appointments: Calendar View, Technician Tracking, Mass Planning

Confirmed appointments now auto-create detailed field service tasks. Technicians' geo-location is tracked during timer sessions, with configurable worksheet reports for conditional field visibility.

Appointment types support group sessions, duration display, flexible schedules, iframe embedding on external sites, and reusable setup questions. Customers are warned if a resource is unavailable when booking. These features improve coordination and planning for complex field operations.

Next, explore how Odoo 19 transforms HR, Payroll, and Expense Management with greater flexibility and localisation for compliance.

6. HR, Payroll and Expenses

Odoo 19 delivers a fully rebuilt payroll engine, deeper expense control, and mobile-first employee self-service. From Australia’s STP Phase 2 compliance to international payroll groups, businesses now gain speed, accuracy, and transparency, backed by automation that simplifies workforce operations and boosts ATO audit readiness.

6.1. Payroll: Redesigned Engine, Payslip Correction, Unified Master Report

Odoo 19 introduces a redesigned Payroll engine featuring guided Pay Runs (formerly Batches), payslip correction workflows, and a unified Master Report across localisations. Employees can have multiple bank accounts and analytic accounts for precise cost distribution. Work entries now support duration-based logic and can be generated from Attendance, Planning, or manually. Properties can be defined on salary rules or employee records for dynamic payroll input and benefits configuration.

Payslip generation no longer blocks for unapproved leave, and salary attachments are handled within Salary Adjustments. A new Payslip Lines Report adds visibility, and domain conditions can be applied directly to salary rules for more control.

6.2. Time Off and Expenses: Odoo Master Cards, Multi-Expense Submission, Complex Duration

Odoo 19 introduces physical expense cards via Mastercard and Stripe Issuing, with automatic transaction sync and real-time reconciliation. Expense reports have been removed; users can now submit multiple expenses at once, each with line-level treatment for disallowed or partially deductible amounts.

Time Off now supports complex durations (e.g., 3 days 6 hours), half-day visuals, and simultaneous leave types (e.g., training + sick leave). The Country field improves localisation and approval flows.

In the following section, we explore how Odoo 19 simplifies compliance, payments, and ESG reporting, which are critical for finance teams managing tax, audits, and sustainability.

7. Accounting, Compliance and ESG

Odoo 19 significantly advances financial control and ESG readiness for Australian businesses. The new accounting interface introduces streamlined reconciliation, OCR-supported bank sync, and simplified BAS reporting. Meanwhile, the ESG App debuts with automation and compliance built in.

7.1. Accounting: Peppol Invoicing, Bank Sync, BAS Reports

Odoo 19 delivers major accounting enhancements, including a simplified bank reconciliation interface with draft reconciliations, OCR corrections, keyboard shortcuts, and inline PDF previews. Vendor bills can now be uploaded directly with real-time previews, and reconciliation models have been improved for recognition. A composite Annual Statement report (P&L + balance sheet + trial balance) simplifies year-end processes.

Invoice creation benefits from faster account suggestions, improved default recipient bank logic, ISO20022 payment enhancements, and WhatsApp-based follow-ups. Other new tools include duplicate bill detection, down payment account config, fiscal position revamp, and OCR-powered field fill.

7.2. ESG App: Scope 1–3 Emissions, CSRD Reporting, Auto Category Mapping

Odoo’s new ESG App enables structured, GHG Protocol-aligned reporting with automated emissions calculation. It integrates ADEME and IPCC-certified databases, assigning emission factors (monetary/physical) based on products, partners, or accounts. Results are shown as Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon footprints, with annual reuse and visual insights for reduction impact.

The app connects with Accounting, Employees, Payroll, and Fleet, ensuring automated data capture. Social metrics include gender distribution by department, role, and location, plus pay gap visibility to support internal equity and CSRD compliance.

With compliance and ESG secured, the next leap is intelligence. How does Odoo 19 use AI, document workflows, and digital signatures to automate business tasks with precision?

8. AI, Documents and Sign

Odoo 19 introduces a unified AI App, transforming how users update data, trigger actions, and manage documents. Together with upgraded Sign and Documents modules, Australian businesses now gain Copilot-like automation, streamlining everything from field updates to legal approvals.

8.1. AI App: Prompt Commands, Auto Field Completion, Voice and Web Search

Odoo 19 debuts a dedicated AI App that integrates across the platform. Users can now run prompt-based actions via a new AI top-bar button, auto-fill fields, summarise chatter, or create webpages from prompts. Ask AI converts natural language into database queries and server actions.

AI agents support ChatGPT 5.0 and Gemini, and are customisable by module. Users can configure unified workflows, search their internal documents and PDFs, or extend queries to the web. Additional use cases include lead generation from live chat, document-based actions, and meeting voice transcription with summaries.

8.2. Sign and Documents: Bulk Signing, Chatter Integration, Access Controls

The Sign app allows WhatsApp-based sign requests, drag-and-drop templates, quick sign flows, and field auto-completion. Users can assign fixed signers, add expiration links, and preview layouts before sending.

Documents gains synced folders per employee, bulk rights edits, list view shortcuts, and integration with Accounting, HR, and Chatter. Emails without attachments now convert to documents, and previews support more file types, turning Odoo into a smarter, paperless workspace.

What else is planned for Australian businesses beyond these breakthrough features?

From AI-driven workflows to localised compliance, Odoo 19 already delivers significant advancements. But what does the future hold, and how will upcoming enhancements better support Australian operations across payroll, finance, and retail?

Odoo 19: What’s Coming For Australia?

Odoo 19 delivers full payroll and BAS compliance in Australia, with Lionel Willems, Head of Services at Odoo Australia, confirming STP Phase 2, SuperStream, and Peppol invoicing are now fully supported.

1. Fully compliant Payroll AU with STP Phase 2 and SuperStream

“As of version 19, Australian payroll is fully out and fully compliant with Australian legislation.” (Lionel Willems, Head of Services at Odoo Australia, 2025). This includes direct STP Phase 2 submission to the ATO and integration with a SuperStream clearing house.

2. ABA file payments, Direct Debit for wages/super

Wages can be paid in batches via ABA files, and super payments can now be processed via direct debit, marking a first for Odoo in Australia. Super guarantee contributions are automatically pulled and submitted to approved funds.

3. Multi-stream YTD import, backpay, and validations

Odoo 19 supports YTD balance imports across multiple income stream types (e.g., "working holiday makers" to "salary & wages"). Backpay, salary sacrifice, and tax file number (TFN) validation are all integrated into the flow.

4. 2025–26 tax rules, STSL changes, ATO security

All 2025–26 tax rates were updated on 1 July. STSL loan rule changes (effective 27 September) are being implemented. All ATO-mandated security measures are in place.

5. Peppol invoicing, GST toggle, fringe benefits, BAS automation

Peppol PINT is now fully supported. Businesses can toggle GST status at the company level. New tax types include FBT, LCT, and wine equalisation. BAS report sections are now auto-rounded and support W1–W5 payroll tax fields.

6. Tyro integration

Odoo’s Point of Sale now integrates with Tyro terminals via checkbox setup, expanding beyond Stripe for AU retailers.

7. Roadmap: SBR BAS lodging, Open Banking, PEL Access, Fiduciary Program

Upcoming features include direct BAS lodging via SBR, Open Banking feeds, PEL access for AU/NZ, and the launch of a Fiduciary Program to onboard AU accountants.

Odoo 19’s FAQs For Australian Teams

1. How should Australian businesses prepare?

Start by testing Odoo 19 modules in a staging environment. Havi, as an official partner, recommends reviewing STP-compliant payroll use cases, validating ABA and Peppol flows, and checking BAS fields (W1–W5). Contact your partner to assess compatibility and transition timelines.

2. How is Odoo 19 different from Odoo 18 in Australia?

Compared to version 18 with STP Phase 2, SuperStream, and Employment Hero connectivity, Odoo 19 delivers a fully rebuilt Payroll engine and 2025–26 tax updates (Lionel Willems, 2025). It introduces direct debit for super, Tyro POS integration, full Peppol PINT support, and GST toggling at the company level.

3. How can AI in Odoo 19 be tailored for real business outcomes?

Odoo 19’s AI App can automate tasks, but real impact comes from expert-tuned prompts, trained agents, and integrated document sources. Havi provides custom development to unlock AI automation tailored to Australian workflows.

4. How can I try Odoo 19 or upgrade from my current version?

You can request a personalised demo via a local Odoo Partner for the best experience. Havi supports structured testing, localisation validation, and phased upgrades for AU/NZ teams.

In conclusion, Odoo 19 delivers eight breakthrough features, from STP-ready payroll and Peppol invoicing to Tyro POS and AI automation, tailored to Australian compliance and growth. Ready to align your business with Odoo 19? Talk to Havi, an official Odoo Partner, for a tailored consultation or subscribe to stay ahead of updates that matter.

References:

• Pinckaers, F. (2025). Opening Keynote - Unveiling Odoo 19. Odoo Experience 2025.
• Willems, L. (2025). Odoo 19 for Australia. Hall 7A - Day 2 - AM - Odoo Experience 2025.
• Tastenhoye, W. (2025). Opening Keynote - Unveiling Odoo 19. Odoo Experience 2025.
• Odoo (2025). Get ready for new carbon footprint regulations with Odoo ESG.