Lockdown: Changes to public transport, health services and Covid-testing in Otago
Otago, along with the rest of New Zealand, has entered level 4 lockdown which means closing of public facilities, changes to health services, and limiting of public transport.
Healthcare facilities across the Southern DHB will remain open during lockdown, but the majority of scheduled surgeries and outpatient appointments have been postponed for the next three days.
The Covid-19 vaccination programme has been suspended for the next 48 hours, however those with potential symptoms were urged to contact their GP or call 0800 VIRUS-19 (0800 847 8719).
There was capacity for testing and opening of more testing sites if required.
However, those with symptoms were urged not to attend the Emergency Department.
Aurora Energy advised that it would continue to respond to emergency faults and carry out essential safety work on the network during level 4.
There will however be no planned power outages, unless required for essential safety work. Pre-planned work on the network will be deferred until the alert level changes.
The Queenstown Lakes District Council has closed all service centres, sport and recreation facilities, playgrounds and libraries until further notice.
The main council phone line is operating on (03) 441 0499 with priority given to urgent issues.
Queenstown buses are running to the usual timetable on Wednesday but are for essential workers and essential travel only.
Covid-19 testing is available at Queenstown Medical Centre at the Isle St practice.
People are asked to book ahead for swabs on (03) 441 0500.
Anyone who has been in Auckland or Coromandel since last Thursday, August 12, who needs a Covid-19 test will need to remain outside the Isle St building and follow staff/signage instructions.
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