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New Sick Leave & Holiday Pay Compliance: What Managers Need to Know in 2025
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Emily Rust
New Zealand’s workplace regulations are evolving, and as a people leader, staying compliant is essential. Recent updates to New Zealand's sick leave entitlements and holiday pay calculations mean that businesses must adjust their policies to align with the latest requirements. Here’s what you need to know.
Key Changes to Sick Leave & Holiday Pay
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Updated Holiday Pay Calculations
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Previous Rule: Holiday pay was calculated based on ordinary weekly pay or the average weekly earnings over 12 months, which often led to discrepancies for employees with fluctuating incomes.
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New Rule: Employers must ensure leave entitlements are cal
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New Zealand’s workplace regulations are evolving, and as a people leader, staying compliant is essential. Recent updates to New Zealand's sick leave entitlements and holiday pay calculations mean that businesses must adjust their policies to align with the latest requirements. Here’s what you need to know.
Key Changes to Sick Leave & Holiday Pay
Updated Holiday Pay Calculations
Previous Ru...