New Zealand Extends Auckland Lockdown After Months Without New Cases

New Zealand implemented a Level 3 lockdown in Auckland after new COVID-19 cases emerged, ending a 100-day streak without local transmission. The government extended restrictions and placed the rest of the country under Level 2. Despite praise for its COVID-19 response, concerns arose about a potential breach in quarantine protocols. The health system remains prepared, and officials emphasize the inevitability of community transmission.

What restrictions were placed on gatherings during the Level 2 restrictions?

What did the Deputy Prime Minister suggest about the quarantine system?