Today we are reporting 10,294 community cases, 524 hospitalisations and 18 deaths. The seven-day rolling average of case numbers continues to decline, today's seven-day rolling average is 7,935, while the seven-day rolling average of cases as at last Thursday was 8,990.
It’s really important people continue to follow public health advice to stay at home; away from school or work if you’re feeling unwell.
Another way to protect you and your whanau is to get vaccinated if you haven’t already done so. Vaccination remains our best defence against COVID-19 and getting boosted is an important way people can protect themselves, their whānau and their friends from the virus.
Please if you are due for a vaccination, whether it be a second shot or booster, make an appointment today. COVID-19 deaths Today we are sadly reporting the deaths of 18 people with COVID-19.