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Drive better parental leave experiences.

Parental Leave: A Kiwi Perspective

Launched in collaboration with Rebekah Fraser, The Back to Work Coach, this report is packed with insights and actionable feedback for employers and parents alike.

State of Parental Leave in NZ

Explore our detailed analysis of the most comprehensive parental leave policy information ever recorded in New Zealand.

FEATURED POSTS

Parental Leave Guide For Employers

Common mistakes, legal requirements and going beyond


Parental Leave: A Father’s Story

By former Westpac NZ CEO David McLean


How to Be a Great Boss to New Parents

By Helen van Orton, mother of four and professional director


What You Don’t Expect When You’re Expecting

The curve balls that catch new parents out


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Parental Leave FAQs Bank

Explore over 100 FAQs on how parental leave works in New Zealand.


Employer Case Studies

Employers of all sizes shared how they’ve made strides in supporting expecting parents.






Looking for extra support?

Learn how Crayon can power you to deliver a better parental leave experience.

The NZ Parental Leave Register

Take inspiration from over 240 parental leave policies

Financial Baby Prep Program

Reduce your employees’ financial stress at this critical life moment

Parental Leave Toolkit

A plug-and-play solution for parental leave policies and processes


Looking for employer support on parental leave? Get in touch