New Zealand Holiday Pay Calculator
Calculate how much you'll earn for working on a public holiday in New Zealand. This calculator uses New Zealand's typical holiday pay practices and statutory requirements.
Holiday Pay Rules in New Zealand
Understanding Holiday Pay in New Zealand
New Zealand has 11 public holidays with statutory premium pay requirements under the Holidays Act.
Statutory Protection
New Zealand has legal requirements for holiday pay. Employees are entitled to premium compensation for working on public holidays.
Common Practices
Employees working on public holidays receive time-and-a-half (1.5x) plus an alternative day off.
Special Rules and Considerations
Waitangi Day and Anzac Day have specific rules about transfer to the next working day.
How to Calculate Your Holiday Pay
The standard formula for calculating holiday pay in New Zealand is:
Holiday Pay = Hourly Wage × Hours Worked × 1.5
Example: Worker in New Zealand
A worker in New Zealand earning NZ$25/hour working 8 hours on a public holiday:
- Holiday rate at 1.5x: NZ$25 × 1.5 = NZ$37.50/hour
- Holiday pay: NZ$37.50 × 8 hours = NZ$300.00
- Regular pay would be: NZ$25 × 8 = NZ$200.00
- Extra premium earned: NZ$100.00
Key Considerations for New Zealand
- Check your employment contract for specific holiday pay entitlements
- Collective agreements may specify higher rates than statutory minimums
- Some industries may have additional holiday work restrictions
- Compensatory time off may be offered instead of or in addition to premium pay
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on common practices in New Zealand. Actual holiday pay depends on New Zealand's specific labor laws, your employment contract, and any applicable collective agreements. This is not legal or financial advice. Consult with a local employment professional for specific guidance.
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