Payment in New Zealand

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General Employee Pay Regulations in New Zealand

Minimum wage 

NZ$22.70 per hour.

Frequency

Generally, it is fortnightly, but it can also be monthly.

Payday

Depends on the company, but commonly on the 28th of every month

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