Update on COVID-19 cases — 23 October 2021
Read the latest update on cases from the Ministry of Health.
The COVID-19 Protection Framework
The Government has announced the next stage of the COVID-19 response plan to provide a pathway out of lockdown and give vaccinated New Zealanders more freedom.
What you can do to stay safe
Latest updates
Positive COVID-19 case in Blenheim
The Ministry of Health is today confirming a case of COVID-19 isolating in Blenheim, in the north east of the South Island.
Two new positive COVID-19 cases in Northland
There are 2 new cases of COVID-19 isolating near Kaikohe, Northland. The 2 cases are contacts of a recently diagnosed case in Auckland.
Media conferences
Media conferences
COVID-19 cases in New Zealand
Last updated
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104
New community cases
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1092
Total active cases in this community outbreak
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86%
Eligible population with 1 dose
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70%
Eligible population with 2 doses
What we all need to do to stay safe
Get support
It is OK to ask for help. Contact a helpline when you need support.
Report misinformation
Protect yourself and others by knowing how to spot and report misinformation.
Get a COVID-19 test
If you have cold, flu or COVID-19 symptoms, stay home and call your doctor or Healthline about getting tested.