Numbers of new cases of Covid-19 continue to be low, with a further 19 announced today, the 19th day of the lockdown. "Our focus has to be on putting New Zealand in the best possible position to live as ordinary a life as possible," she said. Thursday's alert level announcements would cover businesses, transport, health, recreational activities and educational facilities. The Auckland-based Employers and Manufacturers Association today issued a call for the Government to take a 'fast start' approach to moving out of level 4 lockdown. "It is critical we get these guidelines finalised this week so we get businesses fully prepared to restart."

Source: Otago Daily Times April 13, 2020 03:45 UTC