Tag: paid_parental_leave
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Luxon Pledges No New Taxes, Compulsory KiwiSaver in Re-election Pitch
National Leader Christopher Luxon commits to no new taxes, compulsory KiwiSaver with a $1500 Baby Boost, and extended paid parental leave if re-elected on November 7.
Politics and GovernmentElectionGeneral PoliticsEconomyEducationLaw EnforcementEmployment and Labor Christopher LuxonNew Zealand National PartyNew Zealand election 2026KiwiSaverpaid parental leavetax policyNew Zealand economyNZ National Party
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Labour Pledges to Strengthen KiwiSaver with Compulsory Employer Contributions
Labour promises compulsory employer KiwiSaver contributions rising to 6 percent by 2032, a 4 percent employee default, and extended contributions for parents on paid parental leave and workers over 65.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsLabour PartyEconomyEmployment and LaborElection KiwiSaverNew Zealand Labour PartyChris HipkinsBarbara Edmondsretirement savingspaid parental leaveemployer contributions
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National Party Proposes Extended and Flexible Paid Parental Leave
A re-elected National Government plans to extend paid parental leave from 26 to 30 weeks by 2029 and introduce flexibility for parents to take leave concurrently, aiming to better support working families and new parents.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsNational PartyEmployment and LaborEconomySocial IssuesLegal Paid Parental LeaveFamily SupportParental BenefitsNicola WillisNicola Grigg
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National Government Proposes Compulsory KiwiSaver and Expanded Benefits
A re-elected National Government plans to make KiwiSaver compulsory for all workers by 2028, introduce a $1500 'Baby Boost' for newborns, and extend contributions for parents on leave and workers over 65, aiming for greater financial security.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsNational PartyEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues National GovernmentKiwiSaverFinancial SecurityRetirement SavingsPaid Parental LeaveChristopher Luxon
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Media Monitor: New Zealand to increase paid parental leave; Ministers clash over travel budget; Labour pledges free prescriptions
One News NZ reports New Zealand's paid parental leave will increase in July, while Finance Minister Nicola Willis criticized Shane Jones over a travel budget blowout. Labour also vowed to reinstate free prescriptions.
Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEmployment and LaborMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceEducationElection Paid Parental LeaveGovernment SpendingFree PrescriptionsLabour PartyJeremy ClarksonOne News NZ
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New Zealand Boosts Paid Parental Leave Payments
New Zealand's paid parental leave rates will increase from July 1, 2026, with the maximum weekly payment rising to $811.05. This support, announced by Minister Brooke van Velden, aids parents for up to 26 weeks, including those with newborns, adoptions,…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesLegalEconomy Paid Parental LeaveBrooke van VeldenParental Leave and Employment Protection Act 1987Workplace Relations and SafetyFamilyGovernment BenefitsNew Zealand Government