Employment Leave Act announced in Parliament

Published 12 Mar 2026

The new Employment Leave Bill has been presented to Parliament.

The Bill which aims to replace the Holidays Act 2003 is a complete rebuild of rules as was disclosed back in October here: https://www.employers.co.nz/new-employment-leave-act-news-sept-2025-newsitem.aspx

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Employment Leave Act announced in Parliament