Paula Bennet encourages tipping in NZ. In a letter to the Herald today, Ms Bennett said she seconded Mr Heath's call to tip service staff. Ms Bidois said the association thought good service should be recognised, although whether or not it should be mandatory was another discussion. Photo: NZ Herald/Mark MitchellShe said tipping was a good incentive for staff, and customers should be encouraged to tip. Despite agreeing with Ms Bennett that tipping should be encouraged with great service, Mr Firth said it should not be mandatory.

Source: Otago Daily Times May 22, 2017 07:52 UTC