Time and a half on $26 an hour NZ
Time and a half on $26 an hour in New Zealand is $39.00/hour ($26 × 1.5). For an 8-hour shift that's $312.00. Double time on $26 is $52.00/hour, or $416.00 for an 8-hour shift.
Quick reference table — $25 to $30
Same maths for nearby hourly rates. Useful if your real rate is a couple of dollars either side of $26.
| Base rate | Time-and-a-half (1.5×) | Double time (2×) | 8-hour shift @ 1.5× |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25.00/hr | $37.50/hr | $50.00/hr | $300.00 |
| $26.00/hr ← this one | $39.00/hr | $52.00/hr | $312.00 |
| $27.00/hr | $40.50/hr | $54.00/hr | $324.00 |
| $28.00/hr | $42.00/hr | $56.00/hr | $336.00 |
| $29.00/hr | $43.50/hr | $58.00/hr | $348.00 |
| $30.00/hr | $45.00/hr | $60.00/hr | $360.00 |
When does the 1.5× rate actually apply?
In New Zealand, time-and-a-half is not automatic for weekend or evening work. There are only two situations where the 1.5× rate is guaranteed:
- You worked a public holiday. The Holidays Act 2003 mandates time-and-a-half for hours worked on any of NZ's 11 national public holidays — plus a paid alternative day off if it was an "otherwise working day" for you.
- Your employment agreement promises it. Many hospitality, retail, security, and healthcare contracts include explicit penal rate clauses for nights, Sundays, or hours beyond 40/week. Double-check your individual or collective agreement.
Different rate?
Try our overtime calculator with your own hourly rate, hours worked, and multiplier — also handles take-home pay after PAYE and KiwiSaver.
Open the overtime calculatorMore on this: Penal rates NZ — full guide · Public holidays pay rules
Estimates only. Whether time-and-a-half applies to your hours depends on your employment agreement and the day worked. For disputes, contact Employment New Zealand.