
2025 New Features
Software Spotlight
A month-by-month breakdown of all the new TASS and Orbit features released in 2025.
v60.04
April Features
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Changes to Copy Classes
The 'Copy Classes' program includes a new grid interface that enhances usability and enhances performance when managing large volumes of student data. For more information, check out the 'Copy Classes' article on the TASS Knowledge Base.
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Parent Orbit: Default Captcha Image Fixed
We have resolved the OAuth2 Applications in Orbit Parent API to ensure that the default captcha image loads correctly when a parent attempts to reset their password through the Parent Orbit app.
To learn more about these new features and the other items included in this release, view the full release notes via the button below!
v60.03
March Features
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Student Parent Relationship Extract
A new ‘Student Parent Relationship List’ program is now available in the student administration area of TASS.web. This provides schools with a means of generating the contact details of parents who share a particular relationship with a student.
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BPAY Reference Numbers: Character Expansion
In order to prevent any confusion or entry errors from parents, we have made it possible to expand BPAY reference numbers to nine. Current BPAY users will need to engage with TASS Professional Services to activate this feature.
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Staff Orbit: Substitutions Tile
We have added a Substitutions tile to the Staff Orbit app, enabling staff members to edit and manage their substitution class tasks. This new feature offers a clear and convenient way for staff to track, update, and oversee their assigned substitutions within the platform.
Staff Orbit: Custom Roll Reports
We have introduced a feature that allows users to generate PDF and CSV reports for custom rolls within a specified date range, selecting rolls based on their source. These reports provide attendance statistics for students during the selected date range.
To learn more about these new features and the other items included in this release, view the full release notes via the button below!
v60.02
February Features
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Correct NESA Format for Subjects Data Upload
We have enhanced the Students Record Module to allow school administrators to easily export student subject data in the correct NESA upload format. When you click the 'Export Subject Data' button, a .csv file will be created with all the necessary information. The export will automatically follow your configured settings, removing the need for manual adjustments and simplifying the NESA submission process.
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Staff Orbit - Staff Custom Rolls (Emergencies)
The Staff Orbit API now supports custom staff rolls for emergencies in the Staff Orbit App. A new checkbox has been added under Staff Kiosk Rollcall > Emergency Types (Setup) to enable this feature. Users with the 'Create/End Emergencies' permission can create custom emergency rolls and mark all staff members present. Custom Roll administrators are assigned based on the selected campus. Users without permission can still mark themselves as present using the Self Check-In option. This update ensures smoother roll management during emergencies.
Alternate ID Fields for Employee Records
A new 'Alternate ID' field has been introduced for employee records. This new field is designed to capture alternative identification information such as unique barcodes or magnetic swipe card numbers.
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Purchase Order Hyperlinks
The Invoices screen has been enhanced to now include a hyperlink to any linked purchase orders within the 'PO Number(s)' field. These hyperlinks allow users to easily switch between an invoice and a purchase order with a single click.
To learn more about these new features and the other items included in this release, view the full release notes via the button below!
v60.01
January Features

webBook End-of-Life
As per our notifications in 2024, webBook is now End-of-Life and has been disabled. All functionality previously provided in webBook is now available through the Staff Portal's Assessment module.
Access icons for webBook have been removed from TASS.web and the Staff Portal. If users attempt to access the program via bookmarked URLs, they will be redirected to a modified login screen informing users to utilise the new functionality in the Staff Portal.
webBook will continue to be accessible on earlier versions of TASS but will not be suitable for academic reporting in 2025. As support for webBook will end in May 2025, click the link below to access resources to assist you in making the switch.
Accounts Payable API Endpoint
This release includes a new 'setGLCredit' endpoint to the Accounts Payable API. This allows third-party applications to enter and apply Credits for Supplier Transactions in TASS.web. Schools utilising alternative accounts payable solutions will no longer need to double-handle credit notes.
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Payroll and Online Timesheet Entries
Online Timesheets can now be viewed in TASS.web after finalising a Pay Run. When an employee's payment is associated with a Timesheet, a link will appear to open the corresponding Timesheet. This will provide Payroll Officers with greater transparency when it comes to payroll transactions that have originated from the Staff Portal's Online Timesheet feature.
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Parent Statement Layout Options
The 'SmartaPay Layout' option has been removed from the layout options when generating Parent Statements. The SmartaPay layout is outdated and no longer supported by TASS.
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Academic Reporting Legacy Programs
As a part of webBook's End-of-Life, the 'Objective/Results Comments' and 'Result Based Comment Translations' programs in TASS.web have been removed. The functionality these products offered can now be found on the 'Result Based Comments' tab in the Assessment Setup program in TASS.web.
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Student Note Category-Based Permissions
Access to Student Note Categories can now be regulated in TASS.web with the introduction of User Permission Security Points for each Student Note Category defined by your school. This functionality is an extension of what is available for the Staff Portal.
Student Note Category permissions can be assigned to individual users or role groups. After installing this update, users with exisiting access to Student 'Notes' tabs and 'Confidential Notes' table will automatically be granted access to all permissions points, which aligns with exisiting functionality. Please review and adjust permissions as necessary following the update.
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Staff Orbit - Update Details
Staff members now have a streamlined and convenient way to manage their personal information directly through the Staff Orbit app. With just a few taps, employees can easily access and update their details, including home address, next of kin information, and bank account details.
After making changes, the app automatically submits the updated information for review and approval, ensuring everything is handled efficiently and securely.