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NZ’s seasonal worker program: simplified processes and stronger worker protections

Charlotte Bedford

Published: 20 Aug 2026

New Zealand's RSE scheme is getting its biggest shake-up in nearly 20 years. Simplified processes, stronger worker protections and a landmark court ruling on wage deductions are reshaping the scheme - but accommodation remains the sticking point.DisclosureThis research was supported by the Pacific Research Program, with funding from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The views are those of the author only.About the author/sCharlotte BedfordCharlotte Bedford is a research fellow with the Development Policy Centre and is based in New Zealand.

New Zealand's RSE scheme is getting its biggest shake-up in nearly 20 years. Simplified processes, stronger worker protections and a landmark court ruling on wage deductions are reshaping the scheme - but accommodation remains the sticking point.Disclosure This research was supported by the Pacific Research Program, with funding from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The views are those of the author only. About the author/s Charlotte Bedford Charlotte Bedford is a research fellow with the Development Policy Centre and is based in New Zealand.

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