COVID-19 Information for Māori

This page has updated information on COVID-19 highlighting important information for whānau and Māori communities.

COVID-19 update - Phase 3

All of Aotearoa remains at Red setting and at Phase 3 of the Omicron response.

Testing

If you have symptoms of COVID-19 (most common is a cough, sore or scratchy throat, and runny nose) you should get a test. If you are unsure if you should get a test check out the guidance from Ministry of Health.

If you are not symptomatic you do not need a test.

RAT Testing

Rapid Antigen Tests (RATS) are the main method of testing for COVID-19. PCR tests will be reserved for those who need it most.

You can visit a community testing centre to get a test. Head to Healthpoint to find a centre near you.

If you are eligible, you can pre-order and then collect RAT tests. Check your eligibility here.

Unite Against COVID-19 provides more information around testing requirements under Phase 3.

What if I test positive for COVID-19?

If you receive a positive result for COVID-19 from a RAT test , you should report the results online through My Covid Record or by calling the helpline (0800 222 478).

You should isolate for 7 days and follow instructions on the Unite Against COVID-19 website including about self-isolation and testing.

Do I need to self-isolate?

Only confirmed cases and household contacts of a confirmed case are required to self-isolate for 7 days.

In Phase 3, Close Contacts no longer need to isolate unless they are symptomatic. If you are a Close Contact, you should monitor your symptoms for 10 days. If you develop symptoms get a test, and you should isolate until you get your result.

Locations of interest will no longer be published during Phase 3. Contact tracing will focus on identifying high risk contacts of cases.