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Paid Parental Leave Rate to Increase to $811.05 Weekly from July 2026

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From 1 July 2026, the maximum weekly paid parental leave rate in New Zealand will increase to $811.05, reflecting rises in average weekly earnings, providing eligible parents with up to 26 weeks of financial support. This leave applies not only to parents of newborns but also to those experiencing miscarriage, stillbirth, adoption, or surrogacy, ensuring time for bonding and recovery. The increase, mandated by the Parental Leave and Employment Protection Act 1987, also raises the minimum rate for self-employed parents to $239.50 per week.

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