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Learn how to strategically time your annual leave around parental leave in New Zealand. Maximise payments, coordinate with your partner, and plan a smoother return to work with these expert tips

Learn how parental leave can increase vulnerability to economic harm and what signs to watch for. A guide for parents and employers, with support options and practical steps.

Learn how New Zealand parental leave entitlements can be used, shared, or staggered. This guide explains primary carer leave, extended leave, partner’s leave, and more — for both parents and employers.

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What are employees entitled to during parental leave in New Zealand? Get clear on pay, job protection, KIT hours, and more.

Understand your parental leave rights in New Zealand. Learn about primary carer and partner entitlements, eligibility requirements, and payments based on your employment history.

Learn about special parental leave entitlements for premature babies in New Zealand. Discover how preterm baby payments work, additional keeping in touch hours, and how to maximise your support when your baby arrives early.

Learn how to qualify for up to 26 weeks of government-paid parental leave in New Zealand. Discover eligibility requirements, payment rates, and how to share leave with your partner.

Learn what employers need to know when an employee applies for parental leave in New Zealand — including notification deadlines, response timelines, and tips for managing the process smoothly.

Learn how to manage early returns, flexible working requests, breastfeeding accommodations, and resignations when employees return from parental leave in New Zealand.

Learn about employer obligations regarding pregnancy discrimination in New Zealand. Understand the Human Rights Act protections and how to ensure legal compliance.

Learn about your legal obligations to protect employees' jobs during parental leave in New Zealand, including key position exceptions and period of preference rules.

Learn how to legally manage redundancies affecting employees on parental leave in New Zealand, including consultation requirements and the higher threshold for justification.

Support your employees through complex parental leave situations with this comprehensive guide covering miscarriage, premature birth, pregnancy complications, and more.

Learn how to support employees with high-risk pregnancies or complications, including early leave arrangements, extended entitlements, and financial support options.

Understand how parental leave entitlements apply for both intended parents and surrogates in New Zealand, plus best practices for supporting employees on their surrogacy journey.

Learn how to support employees undergoing fertility treatments or IVF in New Zealand, including leave entitlements, best practices, and creating supportive workplace policies.

Learn about parental leave entitlements for employees becoming foster carers or Home for Life parents in New Zealand, plus best practices for supporting these alternative paths to parenthood.