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  • Minimum wage rates and types

    Minimum wage rates are set by the government and reviewed every year.

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  • Minimum wage

    Minimum wage rates apply to all employees working in New Zealand aged 16 and over.

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  • Previous minimum wage rates

    Minimum wage rates from 1997 - 2023

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  • Minimum wage exemptions for disabled people

    If you employ a person with a disability that significantly limits them in the job, an application can be made to the Labour Inspectorate for a minimum wage exemption permit. Permits will only be…

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  • Setting pay, pay reviews and pay rises

    An employee’s pay is set by agreement between the employee and the employer – as long it's at least the relevant minimum wage and meets the requirements of the employment agreement.

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  • Minimum wage is increasing on 1 April 2026
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  • Types of pay

    There are different types of pay, including wages, salary, commission or piece rates. How and when an employee will be paid should be recorded in the employment agreement.

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  • On or after last day of employment

    The employer and employee both have tasks to complete on the last day of employment.

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  • Pay and wages

    Employees work in exchange for some form of payment. Pay can include wages, salary, commission and piece rates.

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