Update on COVID-19 cases — 18 December
Read today’s update on COVID-19 cases from the Ministry of Health.
Make summer unstoppable
This summer will be our first under COVID-19 conditions. It’s important we look after ourselves and our whānau over the festive season and summer holidays.
What we all need to do this summer
Stay home if you're sick
If you're feeling unwell, isolate wherever you are and call Healthline about a free COVID-19 test. By getting a test, you're helping keep your community safe.
Use the NZ COVID Tracer app
The NZ COVID Tracer app keeps us 1 step ahead of the virus. Scan QR codes wherever you are, and turn on Bluetooth tracing.
Wash your hands
Washing your hands is 1 of the easiest ways to keep yourself safe. Wash often. Use soap. 20 seconds. Then dry. This kills the virus by bursting its protective bubble.
Latest updates
Get the latest updates
Extending support for the COVID-19 elimination strategy to June 2022
The Government has set aside extra funding to support the health system’s COVID-19 response and to maintain quarantine facilities up to June 2022.
Two new vaccines secured, enough for every New Zealander
Two new vaccines have been secured, enough for every New Zealander. We are now on track to deliver first vaccines to border workers in the 2nd quarter of 2021.
