COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

Current situation

Omicron outbreak

There are some cases of Omicron in the community and to manage this we are changing our approach. There is new guidance on things you can do to protect yourself and your community. All households and businesses are encouraged to make a plan and prepare. 

Find out how you and your household can be prepared at Be prepared for COVID-19 on the Unite against COVID-19 website.

Read more information in the latest news and media updates, the Omicron response plan and about the Omicron variant.

COVID-19 vaccinations

New Zealand’s vaccination rate has reached 95 percent for first doses and 93 percent for second doses. Tamariki who are 5 to 11-year-olds can now receive the COVID-19 vaccine and boosters are available for people 18 and over who have had two doses of COVID-19 vaccine at least four months ago. Read more about COVID-19 vaccinations.

COVID-19 cases

There are active cases of COVID-19 in the community in both the North Island and the South Island. Anyone who returns a positive COVID-19 test is required to remain isolated as directed (see Section 70).

See more on our Current cases page and advice for people with COVID-19.

Locations of interest

View the locations of interest and advice on what to do on our contact tracing locations of interest page. 

Testing

View the latest information about COVID-19 testing. Find testing locations nationwide.

For more general COVID-19 guidance, visit Unite Against COVID-19.