New Zealand has changed the Maritime Border Order (MBO) in force, related to the display of signage signifying a vessel’s quarantine status.
Previously, the ship’s master be responsible for arranging the signage that displays a berthed vessel’s quarantine status. However, under the MBO, this is now the responsibility of the port.
We would appreciate it if ports could please supply us with a name and the contact details of the person who the PHU (Public Health Unit) can contact when signage requires changing out. This can be sent to [email protected].
Vaccination update
The COVID-19 vaccination rollout continues at pace with vaccinations available for the general population from the end of July, while total doses administered now stands at 1,000,000 with more than 325,000 people now fully vaccinated.
As explained, it is easy to book your ‘free’ vaccine dose and follow up dose by:
- accepting the invitation from your DHB to schedule a vaccination
- registering to receive a vaccination by calling 0800 28 29 26 between 7am and 7pm, and say you are a border worker who needs a vaccination.