New Zealand to Reopen Border in Phases

New Zealanders in Australia will be able to skip quarantine and enter New Zealand from February 28 as part of a five-stage reopening, prime minister Jacinda Ardern announced, the Otago Daily Times reported.

Kiwis from all around the world will be allowed in two weeks later, but will have to be vaccinated and self-isolate. Critical workers in Australia will also be able to enter the country.

Read the full report: Otago Daily Times

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