Annual Leave Calculator
Leave Planning Guidance for Canterbury
The Canterbury Anniversary (observed on Christchurch Show Day in November) is a perfect opportunity for a spring long weekend without using much annual leave.
Leave Optimization Scenarios
Summer Break Maximizer
Combine Waitangi Day with the weekend to get 4 days off using only 1 day of leave.
Easter Optimization
Take leave from Good Friday to Easter Monday to get 10 consecutive days off for just 4 days of leave.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days of annual leave am I entitled to in NZ?
Under the Holidays Act 2003, all employees are entitled to a minimum of 4 weeks of paid annual leave per year after 12 months of continuous employment.
Do public holidays count as annual leave?
No. If a public holiday falls on a day you would otherwise work during your leave period, it is treated as a paid public holiday, not a day of annual leave.
What is Mondayisation in New Zealand?
Mondayisation occurs when a public holiday falls on a weekend. The holiday is moved to the following Monday (or Tuesday) so employees still get a paid day off.