An Australian traveller from Sydney who visited Wellington from Saturday, 19 June to Monday, 21 June has tested positive upon his return to Australia
Wellington will move toAlert Level 2at 6pm on Wednesday, 23 June until 11.59pm on Sunday, 27 June
Good news – the rest of New Zealand will remain atAlert Level 1
Travel from New South Wales, excluding Norfolk Island, is paused for 72 hours
What does this mean for me?
Please check out the locations of interest on the Ministry of Health website– at time of writing these are just in Wellington
If you were at any of these locations, please follow the relevant advice
If you were on the Wellington-bound flight, you’re advised to immediately isolate at your home, and call Healthline on 0800 358 5453 for advice
What if I’m unwell?
Please stay at home as it limits the potential spread of the virus
Call Healthline on 0800 358 5453 for advice or your General Practice
Please continue to put your whānau and your health first. The Ministry of Health website contains a valuable range of mental health and wellbeing resources that can be found here
What if I need a COVID-19 test?
The Whakatāne Community COVID-19 Testing Centre have extended their operating times.
Location: 52B King St, Whakatāne (Portacom outside Med Central, Entry via James St)
Open: Weds 23rd June: 3.30pm – 6.30pm
Thursdays 24th June: 3.30pm – 7.30pm
Friday 25th June: 3.30pm – 7.30pm
Saturday 26th June: 9am – 5pm
Sunday 27th June: 9am – 5pm
Please remember in Alert level 1
To wear face masks on public transport
Maintain good hygiene and wash hands for 20 secs and cough or sneeze into your elbow
Keep track of where you’ve been and who you’ve seen – remember to use the COVID Tracer app
