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Minimum Wage Changes 1 April 2026

The training minimum wage can be used when:the employee is 20 years old or over, andtheir employment agreement states that they have to do at least 60 credits a year of an industry programme to become qualified in the area they are working in.The starting-out minimum wage has a number of scenarios:16 or 17 years old and has not worked for their current employer for 6 continuous months. 16 to 19 years old and their employment agreement states that they have to undertake industry training for...

Employment Relations Amendment Act 2025

We have had key changes to NZ employment law with the Employment Relations Amendment Act 2025. Get in contact with us today to find out more. ...

Kiwisaver Changes 2026

1 April 2026 From 1 April 2026, employer and employee contributions to Kiwisaver will increase to 3.5%. Employers will be required to contribute to 16 and 17 year olds Kiwisaver if they are enrolled in Kiwisaver. How to prepare:Check your employment contracts and what the specified minimum rates are.Let your employees know about the changes - they will likely experience a decrease in take home pay due to the increase in their Kiwisaver contribution.Employees can request a temporar...