Income adjuster tool

Fair income for the profession

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This calculator allows veterinary professionals to calculate the inflation-adjusted value of their earnings, helping to determine if real income has increased over the course of a career. It is specifically designed to compare current income against historical values.

Please note that NZ Consumer Price Index figures are released in hindsight, so figures for this year are based on an estimation. If your pay has not changed since last year and you want to use figures that are confirmed, use last year in the 'From year' box.

On 27th August 2025, The Employment Relations (Employee Remuneration Disclosure) Amendment Act 2025 passed into law, bringing legal protection for employees who:

discuss or disclose their pay
ask about another employee’s pay
participate in a discussion with another employee about that employee’s pay
are asked about their pay by another employee.

It is now unlawful for employers to take adverse action — such as dismissal, demotion, or disadvantage — for employees that participate the above mentioned action.

It doesn’t ban pay confidentiality clauses in employment agreements, but it does effectively make them unenforceable.

We hope that through the use of this tool, and knowledge of the law regarding pay discussions, Vets are better positioned to negotiate fair pay with their employers.

Benefits of wage transparency

Promotes Fairness: Transparency about income helps ensure that employees are being compensated fairly for their work. It reduces the likelihood of discrimination and wage gaps.

Empowers Employees: When employees are aware of what their peers are earning, they can better advocate for themselves during salary negotiations. This empowerment can lead to higher job satisfaction and motivation.

Builds Trust: Open communication about income fosters a culture of trust within an industry. Employees are more likely to trust their employers and feel valued when there is transparency about pay.

Encourages Accountability: Employers are held accountable for their pay practices when income information is transparent. It becomes harder to justify unfair or unequal pay.