The End of the Holidays Act? Employment Leave Bill Explained

New Zealand’s leave legislation could be on the cusp of its biggest reform in decades.

The Employment Leave Bill has passed its third reading and would replace the Holidays Act 2003, introducing significant changes to how leave is accrued, managed and paid. The Bill is not too far away from becoming law and now is the time for employers to understand what’s being proposed, what it could mean for their organisation and how they can prepare.

Join Employment Hero and Payroll Consult for a practical webinar unpacking the proposed reforms and what they could mean for your business.

Our Employment Counsel at Employment Hero, Sanam Permal, will guide you through the key changes, including what has been proposed, the expected timelines and the compliance considerations employers should be aware of. We’ll also be joined by Karyn Campbell, Payroll Consultant at Payroll Consult, who will share the practical impact these changes may have on payroll processes, leave management and day-to-day business operations, along with steps organisations can start taking now to prepare.

Here’s what you can expect:

• An overview of the Employment Leave Bill and the key changes to the current Holidays Act.
• How the proposed reforms could impact employers, HR teams, and payroll professionals.
• What the changes may mean for leave calculations, payroll processes, and business operations.
• Practical steps your business can take now to prepare for future legislative changes.
• Live Q&A to answer your burning questions

Whether you’re responsible for people, payroll, or business operations, this session will help you understand what’s changing and how to prepare your organisation with confidence.

Disclaimer: The information in this webinar is current as at August 26, 2026, and has been prepared by Employment Hero Pty Ltd (ABN 11 160 047 709) and its related bodies corporate (Employment Hero). The views expressed in this webinar are general information only, are provided in good faith to assist employers and their employees, and should not be relied on as professional advice. The Information is based on data supplied by third parties. While such data is believed to be accurate, it has not been independently verified and no warranties are given that it is complete, accurate, up to date or fit for the purpose for which it is required. Employment Hero does not accept responsibility for any inaccuracy in such data and is not liable for any loss or damages arising either directly or indirectly as a result of reliance on, use of or inability to use any information provided in this webinar. You should undertake your own research and to seek professional advice before making any decisions or relying on the information in this webinar.