A report by Retail NZ shows that retail wages in New Zealand rose to $30.64 per hour in 2025, reflecting a 3% increase over the previous year, with wage growth outpacing sluggish revenue and highlighting the sector's continued commitment to fair and diverse pay practices.
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****Retail wages show small increase**** \\ \\ **10 July 2025**\\ \\ The average retail wage has risen to $30.64 per hour, up 3% on last year, according to Retail NZ’s latest Wages Guide. This aligns with the 2.8% average wage growth across the retail sector in 2024. The wage growth comes despite sluggish revenue growth across the sector.Social-media signal on the same topic, drawn from the social lens. Engagement is likes + 2×shares + 3×replies, the same weighting used across the digest cards. View on /social →
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