New Zealand Government declares state of emergency

25 March, 2020

New Zealand Government declared (25-Mar-2020) a state of emergency and moved into 'Alert Level 4 - Eliminate'. While in force, the State of National Emergency will allow the Director and local controllers, as needed, to provide for the:

  • Conservation and supply of food, fuel and other essential supplies;
  • Regulate land, water and air traffic;
  • Close roads and public places;
  • Evacuate any premises, including any public place;
  • If necessary, to exclude people or vehicles from any premises or place. [more - original PR]