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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-10 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--24)\"><h1 class=\"blog-template-title wp-block-post-title\">Employer\u2019s guide to parental leave in New Zealand<\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-9 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-sm-font-size\" style=\"border-left-color:var(--wp--preset--color--neutral-700);border-left-width:1px;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--2)\">1 min read<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content-wrapper content-single-content wysiwyg has-link-color wp-elements-a6244087e2c37298e2ef7171e67b564e has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-11 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Becoming a parent is a huge life change \u2013 there\u2019s the sleepless nights, the different routines and the brand new list of responsibilities that gets longer every day. Particularly in those early days, having the time to adapt and spend time with the new arrival is so important. That\u2019s why parental leave can make such a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">As an employer, you play an important role in ensuring your employee has the time they need through parental leave. New Zealand&#8217;s parental leave legislation provides specific frameworks and obligations that every employer needs to understand. It also has a lot of different entitlements and eligibility rules that mean that there\u2019s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to time off.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Our comprehensive guide breaks down the legal requirements and administrative processes you need to manage parental leave effectively for your team. From understanding the different types of leave available to handling return-to-work arrangements, we&#8217;ll cover everything you need to know.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\"><strong>Download our guide by filling in the form on the right.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of parental leave<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">New Zealand legislation recognises several <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/leave-and-holidays\/parental-leave\/types-of-parental-leave\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">distinct categories of parental leave<\/a>, each designed for different circumstances and caring arrangements. Understanding these categories helps you respond appropriately to employee requests and ensures you meet your legal obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Primary carer leave<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Primary carer leave is for the person who will be the main caregiver for the new child. It\u2019s not dependent on gender like previous definitions of parental leave.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Partner&#8217;s leave<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Partner&#8217;s leave provides specific entitlements for partners at the time of birth or adoption. This leave acknowledges the important support role partners play during the early days of a new arrival.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Extended leave<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Extended leave allows the primary carer to take additional weeks of unpaid leave, past their primary carer leave allocation. This extended period recognises that some families need longer to establish care arrangements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Special leave<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Special leave applies only to pregnant employees and is unpaid. It covers pregnancy-related medical appointments and provides essential time off during pregnancy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Negotiated carer leave<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Negotiated carer leave is leave that employees can apply for if they don\u2019t qualify for primary carer leave. They must be the future primary carer of a child and already qualify for parental leave payments (which act separately from parental leave).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Unlike the other types of leave, employers can decline a request for negotiated carer leave. However, they must only decline on very specific <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislation.govt.nz\/act\/public\/2016\/0008\/34.0\/DLM6553806.html#:~:text=An%20employer%20may%20refuse%20a%20request%20for%20negotiated%20carer%20leave,The%20grounds%20are%E2%80%94\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">limited grounds related to business needs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/Expecting-parents-celebrating-pregnancy.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52802\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parental leave eligibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Parental leave eligibility depends on meeting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/leave-and-holidays\/parental-leave\/taking-parental-leave\/guide-for-employees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">specific employment criteria<\/a>. To be eligible for parental leave, employees must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Work for a NZ employer,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Have worked for them as an employee for an average of 10 hours a week for any 26 weeks of the 52 weeks before the child arrives,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Pay income tax to Inland Revenue, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Be in an employment relationship which is subject to employment law.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">How much parental leave an employee is entitled to depends on the type of leave they&#8217;re taking.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Primary carer entitlements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">A primary carer can take up to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/leave-and-holidays\/parental-leave\/types-of-parental-leave\/primary-carer-leave\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">26 weeks of parental leave<\/a>. If they\u2019ve worked for their employer for at least 12 months, they can also take an additional 26 weeks of extended leave.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">During parental leave, the primary carer may be eligible for government-funded parental leave payments for up to 26 weeks, subject to criteria administered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ird.govt.nz\/paid-parental-leave\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Inland Revenue<\/a>. The payment rate is based on the person&#8217;s average weekly earnings, although it has a maximum weekly payment of $788.66 a week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Job protection provisions ensure the primary carer can return to the same position at the end of their parental leave. The only exception is if the role becomes redundant or if it\u2019s a \u2018key position\u2019 in your business, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/leave-and-holidays\/parental-leave\/taking-parental-leave\/what-happens-while-on-parental-leave-and-your-return\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Employment New Zealand criteria<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Partner entitlements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Partners have more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/leave-and-holidays\/parental-leave\/types-of-parental-leave\/partners-leave\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">limited entitlements<\/a> designed to provide support during the immediate period following birth or adoption. They can take up to 2 weeks of unpaid leave, which must be taken within 21 days of the birth or the child coming into their care through adoption. This leave can be taken as a continuous period or split into separate periods within the 21-day timeframe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Paid Parental Leave (PPL)?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Paid Parental Leave (PPL) provides income support from the Government during parental leave periods. It\u2019s administered by Inland Revenue, rather than employers. Understanding how this system works will help you support employees through the application process and manage your payroll obligations correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Employees may be eligible for PPL if they meet <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ird.govt.nz\/paid-parental-leave\/qualifying\/work-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">specific criteria<\/a>, including the duration of their current employment and whether they pay income tax in New Zealand. The payment is calculated based on average weekly earnings over a qualifying period, subject to maximum payment rates set by the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">While Inland Revenue handles paid parental leave, employers may still have a part to play. You may need to provide employment information to support applications and handle the payment process if you choose to act as the paying agent for PPL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When does parental leave start?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Choosing when parental leave begins for the carer of a child is really up to their discretion, but since it\u2019s a limited timeframe, many employees choose to work as close to the expected due date so they have more leave to spend with their new child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/Expecting-parents-celebrating-pregnancy-e1761889493306.webp\" alt=\"Couple holding ultrasound photo and smiling\" class=\"wp-image-52807\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding and managing special circumstances<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Certain situations require <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/leave-and-holidays\/parental-leave\/taking-parental-leave\/guide-for-employees#scroll-to-5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">different approaches<\/a> to managing parental leave:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Premature births may affect timing of the leave itself. Once the child is born, the leave starts straight away and the employee may be entitled to additional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ird.govt.nz\/paid-parental-leave\/qualifying\/preterm-babies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">paid parental leave<\/a> to compensate for the shortened pregnancy period.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Stillbirths require sensitive handling, with the same leave entitlements applying as for live births.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Adoption scenarios may involve different timing considerations, particularly if the adoption process involves extended periods of uncertainty. 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You cannot require employees to work during parental leave and employees can refuse KIT hours without consequences.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Process for parental leave requests<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Employees must provide you with at least <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/leave-and-holidays\/parental-leave\/taking-parental-leave\/requesting-parental-leave\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3 months written notice<\/a> of their intention to take parental leave. 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Packed into our Employment Operating System, our <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/solutions\/leave-management-software\/\">leave management features<\/a> allow employers to automate leave calculations in payroll, share policies for digital acknowledgement and keep comprehensive records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">It can also reduce a lot of admin with extensive employee self-service features. Through the 91爆料 Work app, employees can submit leave requests, track their entitlements and access the information they need.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Download the parental leave guide<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-paragraph-2-m-font-size\">Navigating parental leave can be a challenge. You\u2019re supporting your employee in their exciting new chapter while also ensuring that you\u2019re meeting your legal obligations as an employer. 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