New Zealand records nearly a dozen new Covid-19 cases after eliminating virus — twice
The IndependentFor free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Eleven fishermen have tested positive for coronavirus while quarantining in a New Zealand hotel, ending the country’s second extended streak of zero cases. The government’s head of managed isolation and quarantine, Air Commodore Darryn Webb, said the Sudima Hotel was “well set up” to contain the Covid-19 cases. This is to ensure safeguards are in place for staff and returnees.” Three fishing companies — Sealord, IFL and Maruha — chartered two flights to take the seamen to New Zealand last week. Recommended New Zealand visitors break Australian travel bubble rules within days The fresh wave of cases comes days after Jacinda Adern, who has been internationally praised for her response to the pandemic, was re-elected as prime minister.