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Nanny vs Au Pair vs Babysitter

Not sure if you’ve hired a nanny, au pair, or just a babysitter? You're not alone. Here's a quick guide to help Kiwi families understand the key differences and who needs to be paid through payroll....

By Mark Hudson · 19 June, 2025
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By Mark Hudson · 16 October, 2022

Christmas is Coming to NZ!

Christmas should be merry, not manic! From sorting your nanny’s leave to planning thoughtful gifts, this guide helps parents stay organised and stress-free during the holidays—plus how Pay The Nanny can manage payroll and leave so you can focus on family.
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By Mark Hudson · 18 September, 2022

Public Holidays for Nannies in New Zealand

Public Holidays can get confusing—especially when it comes to nanny pay, leave, and entitlements. This guide breaks down your legal obligations as an employer and how Pay The Nanny can help you manage it all stress-free.
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By Mark Hudson · 11 July, 2022

Payroll for Au Pairs | Pay The Nanny

Hiring an au pair in New Zealand? From pay rates to tax obligations, this guide covers everything you need to know about au pair payroll. Discover how Pay The Nanny can simplify compliance, save time, and take the stress out of paying your new household employee.
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By Mark Hudson · 26 May, 2022

Employ a Nanny in 10 minutes

Hiring a nanny is a smart move but sorting the payroll? Not so much. This guide walks busy parents through everything they need to do to stay compliant, stress-free, and legally covered without the admin headache.
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By Mark Hudson · 26 May, 2022

The Ultimate Guide to ACC When Hiring a Nanny in New Zealand

Hiring a nanny? Then you’ll need to know about ACC. From levies to injury claims, here’s everything you need to understand about your obligations plus how Pay The Nanny makes it stress-free.
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By Mark Hudson · 19 April, 2022

Why You Should Hire a Live-in Nanny

Thinking about a live-in nanny or au pair? From flexible childcare to help around the house, discover why a live-in arrangement could be the game-changer your busy family needs. Here's what to expect and how to get started stress-free.
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By Mark Hudson · 01 April, 2022

We're upgrading!

We’re rolling out a brand new Pay The Nanny system in April! With easier timesheets, built-in leave tracking, and more flexibility for families and nannies, everything you need is now in one place. Find out when you'll switch and how the transition will work.
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By Mark Hudson · 10 March, 2022

Pay Rates for Nannies in 2022

Wondering how much to pay your nanny in New Zealand? Our 2022 guide breaks down average hourly rates, regional trends, and the extra costs employers should consider. Learn how to stay compliant and simplify payroll with Pay The Nanny’s expert support.
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By Mark Hudson · 03 February, 2022

Covid-19: Omicron information

General Guidance for Domestic Employers The start of 2022 has bought slightly more uncertainty around Covid-19 and how workplaces need to prepare.A lot of the resources and information that are available don’t cover domestic workers, or nannies, so the purpose of this post is to provide a bit more guidance around how domestic employers can prepa
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