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A little clarity.
For every working week.

Free New Zealand payroll tools and practical employment guides, for employers and employees alike.

No account needed · Official sources linked · Reviewed 10 October 2026
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PAYE & take-home pay

Turn a salary or hourly rate into a clearer estimate of your pay, after tax, KiwiSaver and student loan deductions.

Calculate your pay →
2026 & 2027 calendar

Public holidays

Find national holidays and regional anniversaries. Check actual and observed dates, then download a calendar.

Plan around the holidays →
Practical guide

Leave & holidays

Understand annual holidays, sick leave, public holiday pay and when 8% pay-as-you-go holiday pay can apply.

Understand leave entitlements →
Employer & employee guide

Employment law basics

Start with agreements, minimum pay, breaks, records and fair workplace processes. Find the official guidance for your next step.

Explore employment essentials →
IRD filing guide

Payday filing

Know what to review, which files to export, and how to upload employment information in myIR.

Read the filing guide →

Useful information. Clear boundaries.

Built for New Zealand

These resources focus on New Zealand salary and wages, working arrangements and employment entitlements. Each guide links to the relevant government source.

Check the details that apply to you

Calculations are estimates and guides are general information. Your agreement, work pattern and circumstances matter. Check current official guidance or get individual advice before making payroll or employment decisions.