Here's the current disruption to the NZ Post network as of February 04, 2026.
Domestic delivery updates
There are currently no significant delays in the network.
International delivery updates
Sending overseas: Parcels may experience delays — typically one day for all items leaving New Zealand, and up to 10 days for shipments to Canada.
Receiving from overseas: Parcel deliveries are not experiencing significant delays.
Additional resources for the latest information:
Upcoming Public Holidays – Delivery Schedule
Waitangi Day
Courier
Parcels sent on Thursday, 5 February, are targeted for delivery on Monday, 9 February.
PO Box Lobbies
PO Box lobbies will be closed on Friday, 6 February.
Perishable Goods
All perishables sent on Thursday, 5 February, with a Saturday delivery label will be delivered by Saturday, 7 February.
Perishable items sent on Thursday, 5 Februar,y without a Saturday label will not be delivered until Monday, 9 February.
US and US territories sending restrictions
New guidelines now apply for shipments to the United States and Puerto Rico. With the removal of the duty-free threshold, all items are now subject to duties and taxes.
See here for more information.