Source: Statistics New Zealand
Reminder – Feedback on proposed changes to Household Labour Force Survey income data closes soon
31 March 2026
We want your feedback on whether administrative (admin) data could be used to create viable replacements for Household Labour Force Survey (HLFS) income measures.
Feedback closes at 5pm on Wednesday, 15 April 2026.
Proposed changes to Household Labour Force Survey income data
As part of our efforts to meet customer needs, and drive better decisions and services, Stats NZ is increasing and improving our use of data gathered by other government agencies during their routine business or services (known as administrative or admin data).
We have produced a technical paper investigating whether admin data could be used to replace income measures in the Household Labour Force Survey (HLFS).
We are seeking feedback on how you currently use HLFS income data, and whether linked HLFS and admin income data would continue to, or better meet, your needs.
Please share your feedback now, or email labourmarketqueries@stats.govt.nz” style=”color:#0F00F0;text-decoration:underline;”>labourmarketqueries@stats.govt.nz if you have any questions.
Your input will help inform our work and ensure the data we produce on income measures continues to meet the needs of Aotearoa New Zealand.
We will publish a summary of the feedback we receive and will continue to share updates about this work as it progresses.
We look forward to hearing from you.
