Minimum Wage 2025 Nz. Starting on august 1, 2024, the national minimum wage will rise to $4.50 per hour, followed by a further increase to $5 per hour from april 1, 2025. Minimum wage rates are set by the government and reviewed every year.
Officials at mbie recommended a 2% increase, saying that would keep pace with the rising cost of living. From march 2025 wage thresholds removed for aewv roles.