New Zealand Tax Codes Guide 2026
A plain-English guide to NZ tax codes for 2026/27, including M, ME, secondary tax codes, student loan codes, IR330 forms and common mistakes.
Tax articles
This blog stays separate from the calculator logic. It is designed for helpful articles, updates, and guides that explain New Zealand tax topics in a more readable way.
How Much Tax Do I Pay as a Sole Trader in NZ?
A plain-English guide to sole trader tax in New Zealand, using 2026-27 rates, real numbers, and a worked Jamie example.
How Much Tax Should I Set Aside in NZ?
A practical guide to how much tax to set aside in New Zealand, with income-based percentages, GST separation, and real sole trader examples.
How Much Tax Do I Pay in New Zealand?
A plain-English guide to New Zealand income tax, PAYE, ACC, KiwiSaver, student loans and take-home pay using 2026-27 rates and real examples.
Withholding Tax NZ: Rates, Types and What You Need to Know (2025/2026)
Withholding tax sounds complicated. It is not. Here is everything you need to know.
NZ Tax Changes April 2026 — KiwiSaver, ACC and Minimum Wage
Several important tax and payroll changes took effect on 1 April 2026. Here is a plain-English breakdown of everything that changed and what it means for you.
How company tax works in New Zealand
A simple guide to the 28% company tax rate, what taxable profit means, and why company tax planning often connects to GST and imputation credits.