This section provides the latest updates, information and advice on COVID-19.
Current situation
Case numbers
There are 3 new cases of COVID-19 today, 7 October 2020. There are now 37 active cases of COVID-19 in New Zealand. See our Current cases page.
Alert Levels
All of New Zealand is at Alert Level 1. Find out more on the Unite Against COVID-19 website.
While it is not mandatory to wear a mask on public transport during Alert Level 1, it is encouraged.
All of New Zealand should continue to do the following:
- sign into places, using the NZ COVID Tracer app or keep a record
- maintain good hygiene practices
- stay home if you’re unwell and get a test.
For COVID-19 health advice and information, contact the Healthline team (for free) on 0800 358 5453 or +64 9 358 5453 for international SIMS.
NZ COVID Tracer app
The official Ministry of Health contact tracing app helps you keep a digital diary of the places you’ve been.
Latest updates
Our advice is under active review and is updated regularly. The latest updates include the following changes to the website:
7 October:
- Updated: Testing rates for ethnicity and DHB
5 October:
- Updated: Alert Level 2 guidance for aged residential care facilities
- Updated: Guidance for managing staff and residents with COVID-19 infection in aged residential care facilities
- COVID-19 Public Health Response (Election and Referendums) Order 2020
2 October:
1 October:
- Added: Information for family, whānau, and āiga carers
- Updated: Advice for travellers
30 September: