{"id":24793,"date":"2026-03-31T07:12:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T07:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/employment-law-updates\/"},"modified":"2026-10-01T06:05:16","modified_gmt":"2026-10-01T06:05:16","slug":"employment-law-updates","status":"publish","type":"resources","link":"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/employment-law-updates\/","title":{"rendered":"Employment law updates 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull resource-sticky-downloadable-template has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull blog-template-header has-light-violet-50-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div style=\"--bb--crumb-gap:.4em;\" class=\"blog-template-breadcrumb wp-block-employmentherocom2025-breadcrumb-block\"><nav role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs\" class=\"breadcrumb\"><ol class=\"breadcrumb-items\"><li class=\"breadcrumb-item breadcrumb-item--current breadcrumb-item--home\"><span class=\"breadcrumb-item-name\">Home<\/span><\/li><\/ol><\/nav><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"item\":{\"name\":\"Home\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/employmenthero.com\\\/nz\\\/\"}}]}<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group blog-template-tags is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-1 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--6)\"><div style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\" class=\"taxonomy-resource-type eh-resource-type wp-block-post-terms\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-post-terms-icon\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" alt=\"icon-blog\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/04\/Blog.png\"><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/guides-and-playbooks\/\" rel=\"tag\">Guides and Playbooks<\/a><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0-5);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0-5)\" class=\"taxonomy-topic eh-topics-separate wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/topic\/employment-law\/\" rel=\"tag\">Employment Law<\/a><span class=\"wp-block-post-terms__separator\"> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/topic\/legislation-changes\/\" rel=\"tag\">Legislation Changes<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-title-mobile has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><h2 class=\"blog-template-title wp-block-post-title\">Employment law updates 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-sm-font-size\">Published<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date has-sm-font-size\"><time datetime=\"2026-03-31T07:12:00+00:00\">31 Mar 2026<\/time><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns content-flex is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:55%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group sticky-downloadable-title has-light-violet-50-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--24)\"><h1 class=\"blog-template-title wp-block-post-title\">Employment law updates 2026<\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-sm-font-size\">Published<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date has-sm-font-size\"><time datetime=\"2026-03-31T07:12:00+00:00\">31 Mar 2026<\/time><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content-wrapper has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">2026 is already proving eventful when it comes to New Zealand employment law. Significant changes to the Employment Relations Act have now come into force, while an upcoming increase to the KiwiSaver default contribution could have ripple effects on many employer budgets.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">And, with the general election set for November 2026, we can expect to see even more changes to employment law in the coming months.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">As employers, it\u2019s critical that you stay up to date with the latest information. In this factsheet, we\u2019ll be covering all the new updates, as well as the ones in the works. This includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmark\">\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Changes to the Privacy Act<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Amendments to the Employment Relations Act (including a new contractor gateway test)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">A minimum wage increase<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Changes to the default KiwiSaver contribution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Pay deductions on partial strikes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Wage theft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Pay disclosure legislation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Proposed reforms to health and safety law<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">The replacement of the Holidays Act with a new Employment Leave Act<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Understand your employer obligations with our 2026 Employment Law updates, so you can boost your compliance confidence and get back to focusing on growing your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"#form\">Download the guide now.<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/03\/Employment-law-updates-2026-preview-819x1024.webp\" alt=\"Employment law updates 2026 preview\" class=\"wp-image-58094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/03\/Employment-law-updates-2026-preview-819x1024.webp 819w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/03\/Employment-law-updates-2026-preview-240x300.webp 240w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/03\/Employment-law-updates-2026-preview-768x960.webp 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/03\/Employment-law-updates-2026-preview-312x390.webp 312w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/03\/Employment-law-updates-2026-preview.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-employmentherocom2025-faq eh-faq eh-faq__bg-light\"><div class=\"eh-faq__container\"><div class=\"eh-faq__header\"><h2 class=\"eh-faq__title\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2><p class=\"eh-faq__subtitle\"><\/p><\/div><div class=\"eh-faq__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-employmentherocom2025-simple-accordion eh-simple-accordion\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"accordion-1790834301126-1\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__checkbox\"\/><label for=\"accordion-1790834301126-1\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__header\"><h3 class=\"eh-simple-accordion__title\">What is employment law in New Zealand?<\/h3><span class=\"eh-simple-accordion__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M10.3966 3.60341C10.3966 2.71788 11.1145 2 12 2C12.8855 2 13.6034 2.71788 13.6034 3.60341V10.3966H20.3966C21.2822 10.3966 22 11.1145 22 12C22 12.8856 21.2822 13.6034 20.3966 13.6034H13.6034V20.3966C13.6034 21.2822 12.8855 22 12 22C11.1145 22 10.3966 21.2822 10.3966 20.3966V13.6034H3.6034C2.71786 13.6034 2 12.8856 2 12C2 11.1145 2.71786 10.3966 3.6034 10.3966H10.3966V3.60341Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/label><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__content\"><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__inner\">\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Employment law in New Zealand is the framework of rules that governs the relationship between employers and employees. The Employment Relations Act 2000 provides the baseline context for this, explicitly acknowledging an inherent inequality of power in employment relationships. A foundational legal requirement for all New Zealand employment relationships is the principle of good faith. Employers cannot legally provide fewer minimum rights than the law requires, even if an employee explicitly agrees to it in writing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-employmentherocom2025-simple-accordion eh-simple-accordion\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"accordion-1790834301126-2\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__checkbox\"\/><label for=\"accordion-1790834301126-2\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__header\"><h3 class=\"eh-simple-accordion__title\">What are the minimum leave entitlements under the Holidays Act 2003?<\/h3><span class=\"eh-simple-accordion__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M10.3966 3.60341C10.3966 2.71788 11.1145 2 12 2C12.8855 2 13.6034 2.71788 13.6034 3.60341V10.3966H20.3966C21.2822 10.3966 22 11.1145 22 12C22 12.8856 21.2822 13.6034 20.3966 13.6034H13.6034V20.3966C13.6034 21.2822 12.8855 22 12 22C11.1145 22 10.3966 21.2822 10.3966 20.3966V13.6034H3.6034C2.71786 13.6034 2 12.8856 2 12C2 11.1145 2.71786 10.3966 3.6034 10.3966H10.3966V3.60341Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/label><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__content\"><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__inner\">\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">According to Employment New Zealand, the minimum leave entitlements under the Holidays Act 2003 include four weeks of paid annual leave, ten days of sick leave, and 12 public holidays.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-employmentherocom2025-simple-accordion eh-simple-accordion\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"accordion-1790834301126-3\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__checkbox\"\/><label for=\"accordion-1790834301126-3\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__header\"><h3 class=\"eh-simple-accordion__title\">What must be included in a written employment agreement?<\/h3><span class=\"eh-simple-accordion__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M10.3966 3.60341C10.3966 2.71788 11.1145 2 12 2C12.8855 2 13.6034 2.71788 13.6034 3.60341V10.3966H20.3966C21.2822 10.3966 22 11.1145 22 12C22 12.8856 21.2822 13.6034 20.3966 13.6034H13.6034V20.3966C13.6034 21.2822 12.8855 22 12 22C11.1145 22 10.3966 21.2822 10.3966 20.3966V13.6034H3.6034C2.71786 13.6034 2 12.8856 2 12C2 11.1145 2.71786 10.3966 3.6034 10.3966H10.3966V3.60341Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/label><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__content\"><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__inner\">\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">By law, every employee in New Zealand must be provided with a written employment agreement that includes specific statutory protections and terms. This agreement must outline protections under the Wages Protection Act 1983, confirming that wages must be paid in money and employers cannot make deductions without the employee\u2019s written consent unless strictly required by law. Additionally, if an employer wishes to restrict staff from holding multiple jobs, the agreement must meet the legal threshold of having genuine reasons to enforce secondary employment rules and restrictions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-employmentherocom2025-simple-accordion eh-simple-accordion\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"accordion-1790834301126-4\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__checkbox\"\/><label for=\"accordion-1790834301126-4\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__header\"><h3 class=\"eh-simple-accordion__title\">What are the core responsibilities of an employee in New Zealand?<\/h3><span class=\"eh-simple-accordion__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M10.3966 3.60341C10.3966 2.71788 11.1145 2 12 2C12.8855 2 13.6034 2.71788 13.6034 3.60341V10.3966H20.3966C21.2822 10.3966 22 11.1145 22 12C22 12.8856 21.2822 13.6034 20.3966 13.6034H13.6034V20.3966C13.6034 21.2822 12.8855 22 12 22C11.1145 22 10.3966 21.2822 10.3966 20.3966V13.6034H3.6034C2.71786 13.6034 2 12.8856 2 12C2 11.1145 2.71786 10.3966 3.6034 10.3966H10.3966V3.60341Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/label><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__content\"><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__inner\">\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">The core responsibilities of an employee in New Zealand include attending work, obeying lawful instructions, and maintaining appropriate behaviour.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-employmentherocom2025-simple-accordion eh-simple-accordion\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"accordion-1790834301127-5\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__checkbox\"\/><label for=\"accordion-1790834301127-5\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__header\"><h3 class=\"eh-simple-accordion__title\">How can an employee report that their rights are not being met?<\/h3><span class=\"eh-simple-accordion__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M10.3966 3.60341C10.3966 2.71788 11.1145 2 12 2C12.8855 2 13.6034 2.71788 13.6034 3.60341V10.3966H20.3966C21.2822 10.3966 22 11.1145 22 12C22 12.8856 21.2822 13.6034 20.3966 13.6034H13.6034V20.3966C13.6034 21.2822 12.8855 22 12 22C11.1145 22 10.3966 21.2822 10.3966 20.3966V13.6034H3.6034C2.71786 13.6034 2 12.8856 2 12C2 11.1145 2.71786 10.3966 3.6034 10.3966H10.3966V3.60341Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/label><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__content\"><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__inner\">\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">An employee can report that their rights are not being met by following a structured dispute resolution process. Here are the steps to follow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Raise the issue directly to seek an early resolution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Use state-sponsored dispute resolution tools like the Employment New Zealand Early Resolution Service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Attend mediation, which is statutorily prioritised as the primary mechanism for resolving employment relationship problems in New Zealand.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-employmentherocom2025-simple-accordion eh-simple-accordion\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"accordion-1790834301127-6\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__checkbox\"\/><label for=\"accordion-1790834301127-6\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__header\"><h3 class=\"eh-simple-accordion__title\">How do employment laws protect migrant workers?<\/h3><span class=\"eh-simple-accordion__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M10.3966 3.60341C10.3966 2.71788 11.1145 2 12 2C12.8855 2 13.6034 2.71788 13.6034 3.60341V10.3966H20.3966C21.2822 10.3966 22 11.1145 22 12C22 12.8856 21.2822 13.6034 20.3966 13.6034H13.6034V20.3966C13.6034 21.2822 12.8855 22 12 22C11.1145 22 10.3966 21.2822 10.3966 20.3966V13.6034H3.6034C2.71786 13.6034 2 12.8856 2 12C2 11.1145 2.71786 10.3966 3.6034 10.3966H10.3966V3.60341Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/label><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__content\"><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__inner\">\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Employment laws protect migrant workers by ensuring they have the exact same minimum employment rights as New Zealand workers. Additionally, protections against discrimination under the Human Rights Act 1993 ensure fair treatment and hiring for all workers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-employmentherocom2025-simple-accordion eh-simple-accordion\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"accordion-1790834301127-7\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__checkbox\"\/><label for=\"accordion-1790834301127-7\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__header\"><h3 class=\"eh-simple-accordion__title\">What are the workplace health and safety duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015?<\/h3><span class=\"eh-simple-accordion__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M10.3966 3.60341C10.3966 2.71788 11.1145 2 12 2C12.8855 2 13.6034 2.71788 13.6034 3.60341V10.3966H20.3966C21.2822 10.3966 22 11.1145 22 12C22 12.8856 21.2822 13.6034 20.3966 13.6034H13.6034V20.3966C13.6034 21.2822 12.8855 22 12 22C11.1145 22 10.3966 21.2822 10.3966 20.3966V13.6034H3.6034C2.71786 13.6034 2 12.8856 2 12C2 11.1145 2.71786 10.3966 3.6034 10.3966H10.3966V3.60341Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/label><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__content\"><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__inner\">\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Workplace health and safety duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 require employers to ensure the health and safety of workers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-employmentherocom2025-simple-accordion eh-simple-accordion\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"accordion-1790834301127-8\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__checkbox\"\/><label for=\"accordion-1790834301127-8\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__header\"><h3 class=\"eh-simple-accordion__title\">Are there exemptions for high-income earners?<\/h3><span class=\"eh-simple-accordion__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M10.3966 3.60341C10.3966 2.71788 11.1145 2 12 2C12.8855 2 13.6034 2.71788 13.6034 3.60341V10.3966H20.3966C21.2822 10.3966 22 11.1145 22 12C22 12.8856 21.2822 13.6034 20.3966 13.6034H13.6034V20.3966C13.6034 21.2822 12.8855 22 12 22C11.1145 22 10.3966 21.2822 10.3966 20.3966V13.6034H3.6034C2.71786 13.6034 2 12.8856 2 12C2 11.1145 2.71786 10.3966 3.6034 10.3966H10.3966V3.60341Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/label><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__content\"><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__inner\">\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">There are exemptions for high-income earners in New Zealand employment law. According to Employment New Zealand, employees earning $200,000 or more a year do not have certain protections during dismissal unless they opt back in.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-employmentherocom2025-simple-accordion eh-simple-accordion\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"accordion-1790834301127-9\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__checkbox\"\/><label for=\"accordion-1790834301127-9\" class=\"eh-simple-accordion__header\"><h3 class=\"eh-simple-accordion__title\">How do the 2026 employment law updates compare to the current laws?<\/h3><span class=\"eh-simple-accordion__icon\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M10.3966 3.60341C10.3966 2.71788 11.1145 2 12 2C12.8855 2 13.6034 2.71788 13.6034 3.60341V10.3966H20.3966C21.2822 10.3966 22 11.1145 22 12C22 12.8856 21.2822 13.6034 20.3966 13.6034H13.6034V20.3966C13.6034 21.2822 12.8855 22 12 22C11.1145 22 10.3966 21.2822 10.3966 20.3966V13.6034H3.6034C2.71786 13.6034 2 12.8856 2 12C2 11.1145 2.71786 10.3966 3.6034 10.3966H10.3966V3.60341Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/label><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__content\"><div class=\"eh-simple-accordion__inner\">\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">The 2026 employment law updates introduce several changes that impact business operations. Here is a comparison of the current law versus the 2026 updates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table custom-table has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Current Law<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>2026 Update<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Contractor Gateway Test<\/td><td>Previous contractor tests applied<\/td><td>New contractor gateway test introduced<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>KiwiSaver Contribution<\/td><td>Previous default rate<\/td><td>Changes to the default KiwiSaver contribution<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pay Deductions<\/td><td>Standard wage protection rules<\/td><td>New rules for pay deductions on partial strikes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Health and Safety<\/td><td>Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 baseline duties<\/td><td>Proposed reforms to health and safety law<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n    \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n    \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"Question\",\n            \"name\": \"What is employment law in New Zealand?\",\n            \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                \"text\": \"<p>Employment law in New Zealand is the framework of rules that governs the relationship between employers and employees. 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