New Zealand: All Remaining Virus Restrictions to Be Lifted Except Auckland

All remaining virus restrictions will be lifted across much of New Zealand from late Monday with the exception of the largest city, Auckland, which will continue to have some restrictions for at least another 16 days.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern made the announcement Monday after meeting with top lawmakers.

The nation of five million re-imposed some restrictions last month after an Auckland outbreak which now appears to be under control.

Under the plan, maximum gathering sizes in Auckland will be increased from 10 to 100 on Wednesday and then caps removed two weeks after that.

“Auckland needs more time,” Ardern told reporters in the city.

“Whilst we have reasonable confidence we are on the right track, there is still a need in Auckland for that cautious approach”, she said.

Health authorities reported no new cases on Monday.

The number of active cases is 62, with 33 from community spread and 29 among quarantined returning travelers.

Overall New Zealand has reported just over 1,800 cases and 25 deaths.
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