Coronavirus (COVID-19)

If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, get tested.

How to get tested

If you have symptoms of COVID-19 it is FREE to get a COVID-19 test. You can get tested at:

• your general practice (GP)
• a community testing centre, or
• Request a RAT kit to test at home for you and your household, and pick up at your nearest collection site (or phone 0800 222 478, choose option 3, from 8am-8pm, 7 days a week)

See more information at https://healthpoint.co.nz/covid-19/

If you have medical questions, call your local GP for advice or Healthline on 0800 358 5453.

People who test positive for COVID-19 are required to isolate for seven days. Household contacts don't need to isolate, but are recommended to test daily for 5 days and wear a mask when leaving the house.

Find your nearest testing centre

Get vaccinated

Find out the latest news and updates on COVID-19 vaccination and boosters.

Getting vaccinated

Simple tips to stay well

Here's some simple steps you can take to protect your whānau, your community, and yourself from COVID-19 and other illnesses:

• Wear a face covering where required or when you feel it is appropriate
• Stay home if you are sick
• Wash your hands or use hand sanitiser
• Cough or sneeze into your elbow
• Use good ventilation
• Clean or disinfect shared surfaces regularly

Find out more about keeping up healthy habits

Useful links

• Ministry of Health website
  
• New Zealand Government Unite against COVID-19 website
• Ministry of Education: Information for the education sector, and parents, caregivers and whānau of learners
  
• Information for health professionals