COVID Update 24 Aug 2020

ALERT LEVEL UPDATE: – Auckland will stay at Alert Level 3 until 11.59pm on 30 August 2020. The rest of the country will remain at Alert Level 2. – Travel in and out of Auckland will remain restricted until 11.59pm on 30 August 2020. After 30 August, the...

COVID Update 19 August 2020

PANUI 19 AUGUST 2020 Despite the challenges we’re facing, there’s something we can’t lose sight of – we’ve stamped out COVID-19 before and we can do it again. Let’s get through this together, New Zealand. While uncertainty can be...

New Zealand COVID Tracer App

NZ COVID Tracer is a Ministry of Health app that allows you to create a digital diary of places you visit by scanning the official QR codes. This will help contact tracers to quickly identify and isolate anyone who may have been exposed to COVID-19 if there is a...

COVID Update 18 Aug 2020

COVID 19 UPDATE 18 August 2020 Information on the use of face masks The Ministry of Health recommends that all households should be prepared by having a supply of masks for each household member. Face masks can be either fabric reusable (washable), or a single use...

COVID Update 17 Aug 2020

COVID PĀNUI: Get a test if you have symptoms If you have symptoms, call your doctor or Healthline 0800 611 116, to find out if you need to get a test for COVID-19. If you’re offered a test, take it. The assessment and test for COVID-19 is free. We will support anyone...

Call your GP to get a COVID-19 Test this weekend

Media Release 14 August 2020: Call your GP is the continuing message to the Western Bay of Plenty public looking for a COVID-19 test this weekend. Some GP clinics will be open for testing of their own patients, but for those that aren’t, calls will be diverted to...