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New Zealand Increases Wages, Benefits, and KiwiSaver Contributions

3/29/2026

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From April 1, New Zealand raises KiwiSaver contributions to 3.5% for employers and employees.
Benefit rates rise by 3.11%, with increases for Jobseeker and sole parent support.
The minimum wage rises to $23.95 per hour, and in-work tax credit rises by $50 weekly.
A tax exemption for digital nomads allows stays up to nine months without tax residency issues.
The phase-out of the low-user power scheme continues with pricing changes.

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Story summary

From April 1, New Zealand raises KiwiSaver contributions to 3.5% for employers and employees.
Benefit rates rise by 3.11%, with increases for Jobseeker and sole parent support.
The minimum wage rises to $23.95 per hour, and in-work tax credit rises by $50 weekly.
A tax exemption for digital nomads allows stays up to nine months without tax residency issues.
The phase-out of the low-user power scheme continues with pricing changes.