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<h2>National public holidays</h2> <p>The following dates are:</p> <ul> <li>for all of New Zealand</li> <li>when employees typically get each holiday.</li> </ul> <div class="table-wrapper" tabindex="0" aria-labelledby="public-holidays-2026" role="region"> <table class="table table-std"><caption id="public-...

<div class="callout-note" role="note"> <h2>If you are in danger</h2> <p>If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call <a href="tel:111">111</a> now.</p> <p><a href="https://www.govt.nz/domestic-and-family-violence-1/">Services and support for anyone experiencing abuse</a></p> </div> <h2>What dome...

<h2>When bereavement leave can be used</h2> <p>Bereavement leave is special paid leave that can be for used for a range of situations including:</p> <ul> <li>the death of an immediate family member or a close friend</li> <li>a miscarriage or stillbirth</li> <li>cultural responsibilities in relation to the death ( for ex...

<h2>Working for someone else</h2> <p>Find out how much sick leave you’re legally entitled to. Employment New Zealand sets out if you’re eligible.</p> <p><a href="https://www.employment.govt.nz/leave-and-holidays/sick-leave/sick-leave-entitlements/">Sick leave entitlements&nbsp;— Employment New Zealand</a></p> <h2>Contract...

<h2>Donations through payroll giving</h2> <p>If your employer offers payroll giving, you can donate directly to approved organisations from your pay. Your employer will make the donation payment to the organisation for you.</p> <p><a href="https://www.ird.govt.nz/roles/employees/payroll-giving-as-an-employee">Payroll giving as an employee — In...