Here's the current disruption to the NZ Post network as of the 22nd of April 2025.
Domestic delivery updates
Delivery delays are occurring due to last week's severe weather in the North Island, affecting parcels to Paihia and Whitianga. The situation is being monitored, with updates to follow as needed.
International delivery updates
Unplanned personnel shortages at a third-party operator are causing delays of 2-5 working days for shipments to Europe (excluding Great Britain) and Africa, while processing upon arrival may lead to delays of up to 1 day for some deliveries.
Easter and Southland Anniversary
The team will be operating on a different schedule for Easter and
Southland Anniversary. The information below provides details on delivery.
Overnight parcels sent on Thursday, 17 April, will be delivered on Saturday, 19 April, or Tuesday, 22 April.
All other parcels sent on Thursday, 17 April, will be delivered on Wednesday, 23 April, or Thursday, 24 April.
PO Box Lobbies: Closed on Southland on Tuesday (22 April).
Southland Anniversary Day - no mail services in Southland
ANZAC Day
The team will be operating on a different schedule for ANZAC Day.
Overnight parcels sent on Thursday, 24 April, with a Saturday delivery target will be delivered on Saturday, 26 April. Other overnight parcels will be delivered by Monday, 28 April.
PO Box Lobbies: Closed on Friday, 25 April.
Parcels sent on Thursday, 24 April, will be delivered on Tuesday, 29 April, or Wednesday, 30 April.
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