With New Zealand set to reach the peak of its Omicron outbreak in the coming weeks, the Government is dialing back some the restrictions currently in place – particularly as many of these were developed to protect an unvaccinated population. The focus now is to make life simpler and closer …
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Why is New Zealand moving to Omicron Phase 3 and how is it different?
At 11.59pm Wednesday 24 February, New Zealand moved to Phase 3 of its Omicron response. This phase is all about helping New Zealanders to manage COVID-19 at home. This means we can keep hospital beds free for people who are vulnerable and need medical treatment while social services will focus …
Read More »What will the traffic light system mean for the unvaccinated?
While experts agree that vaccination is our best chance against protecting all kiwis against Covid-19, there is recognition across the board that individuals’ rights to not be vaccinated must be upheld
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