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- Timezone: NZ Standard Time
- UTC Offset: UTC+12:00
- Observes DST: Yes
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Find a convenient time. Select a time in your local timezone to see the corresponding time in New Zealand.
Understanding Daylight Saving
New Zealand observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), a critical factor for scheduling. Time moves forward one hour on the last Sunday in September and back one hour on the first Sunday in April.
- NZST (UTC+12): Winter months.
- NZDT (UTC+13): Summer months.
- This tool automatically adjusts for the correct current time.
Work Culture & Hours
Standard business hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. New Zealanders, or "Kiwis," value work-life balance. While professional and innovative, the business culture is often less formal than in many parts of Asia or Europe. Building rapport and being direct is generally appreciated.
Major 2024 Public Holidays
Aside from standard holidays, NZ has unique celebrations like Waitangi Day and province-specific Anniversary Days.
- Feb 6: Waitangi Day
- Apr 25: ANZAC Day
- Jun 3: King's Birthday
- Jun 28: Matariki
- Oct 28: Labour Day
Did You Know?
The native Kea parrot in New Zealand is known for its intelligence and curiosity, and has been observed stealing wallets and stripping rubber from cars.