“There is at this point no clear link to a facility or the border,” he said.
“I want to stress that we’re in the early days of information coming through … we will be undertaking a further press conference today about 5pm.”
He says there is a plan for dealing with cases in the community and the plan has stamped out community cases before.
Watch the media conference here:
Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield says the other two cases include one returnee and another community case that is linked to the November quarantine cluster.
The cluster case is a close contact of “Case B” in that cluster and tested positive yesterday, 11 November, after developing symptoms. They had already been in isolation since Saturday, as had their close family members, in Wellington, Bloomfield said.
The Auckland community case became symptomatic on Monday 9 November – they were tested late on 10 November and went to work at A to Z Collection on High Street from Monday 9 to Wednesday 11 November.
The test was confirmed this morning, mid morning, and they are being moved into quarantine.
Bloomfield says this shows why it is important for anyone who has symptoms to remain at home in isolation.
The person lives alone and seems to have had limited outings recently. They have not visited a supermarket during the period they may have been infectious. They are a student at AUT but have not been to the campus since mid-October so there is no risk at the university.
People who may have visited the A to Z Collection store at 61 High street in Auckland, or who is a resident at or visitor to the Vincent Residency at 106 Vincent Street in central Auckland between Saturday 7 and today, 12 November is asked to get a test and isolate until they get the results.
Anyone who has symptoms around New Zealand should also seek a test and isolate until they get a negative result, he says.
At this stage the government is not advising changes to other settings.
The imported case arrived on 9 November from Los Angeles, returned a positive test around day 3 and is in quarantine.
Two cases have recovered and the country now has 53 active cases and a total 1635 confirmed cases, Bloomfield says.
On the November cluster, Case C is a civilian NZ Defence Force worker and a close contact of Case B. they went to lunch at Little Penang on The Terrace on Friday last week in Wellington.
They isolated at home on Saturday after developing symptoms and had a test. They initially tested negative but were moved to quarantine as a precaution and tested again, testing positive.
Yesterday one new case was reported in managed isolation and the West Indies men’s cricket team were to be denied further training privileges after breaking managed isolation rules inside their Christchurch facility, the Ministry of Health said.
Meanwhile, the government planning is well under way for the rollout of a vaccine for Covid-19, with specialised freezers and equipment purchased for storage and at ultra-low temperatures. The US the drug company Pfizer announced this week that the vaccine it is developing looks very promising.
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FITZGERALD, Aaron John:
18/10/1973 – 11/12/2020 Suddenly at Southland Hospital on Friday, 11 th December 2020. Dearly loved partner of Dawn, loved father of Anton, and Rebecca and Great Grandad of Ella-Rose, and Lily. Dearly loved son of Joan and John* Fitzgerald, brother to Simon, nephew to Nicholas, loved friend of Dean and Georgia, Kevin, and of Hugh Robertson (Roxburgh). A graveside service will be held at the Eastern Cemetery, Invercargill on Thursday, 17 th December at 11:00am. Messages to 501 Seaward Downs, Gorge Road, RD 3, Edendale 9892 or 4459 Roxburgh Ettrick Road, RD 2, Roxburgh 9572.
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O’NEILL, Douglas George (Pop):
Passed away peacefully at the Maniototo Rest Home, Ranfurly, on Friday, December 11, 2020, in his 92nd year. Cherished father of Marie MacLean, Walter and Jo O’Neill, and loved Pop of Jane and Phil, John and Jen, Millie Rose, Harvey, and great-grandson Oakley.
“Pop has ridden his last race.”
A celebration service for Pop will be held in The Orchard Gardens, 576 Dunstan Road, Alexandra, on Wednesday, December 16, at 2.30pm, followed by private cremation. Special thanks go to David and Edna McAtamney, Dr Verne Smith, Rebecca Crawford and all the staff at the Home. Thanks also to the Ranfurly community who have looked out for Doug over the years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be left for the Ranfurly Hospital. Messages to 24 Royal Terrace, Dunedin 9016.
SANDRI, Lance Arnold (Arnie):
Peacefully on December 13, 2020; aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Lesley, much loved father of Mark, Kerry, Carmelle, Nigel, and Patrice, and their partners, and a much loved grandad. Special thanks to the staff of Kimberley Rest Home, Palmerston for their love and care. At Arnie’s request a private cremation has been held. Messages to 217 King Street, Temuka 7920.
SINCLAIR, Alice (formerly of Browns):
Peacefully at Southland Hospital surrounded by her family. Aged 88. Loved wife of the late Ewen. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Gary & Faye (Riverton), Billy & Karen (Onewhero), Annette & David Edgley (Cromwell), Brian & Heather (Te Anau), Murray & Lyndal (Browns), Tony (Tonk) & Alison (Winton), Graeme & Tracey (Ecuador). Special Nana of 18 Grandchildren and 15 Great Grandchildren. Loved sister and sister-in-law of the Rae & Sinclair families. Loved Aunty of all her nieces & nephews. A service to celebrate the life of Alice will be held in the Winton Salvation Army Centre, Dejoux Road on Tuesday 15 December at 1.30pm, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at the service for the Winton St Johns. Messages to 20 Prince Street, Winton 9720 or on Alice’s tribute page at frasersfunerals/tributes. Watch Alice Sinclair’s funeral by BECKFILMNZ http://livestream.com/accounts/10730215/events/9440970
WILSON, Audrey Anne Elizabeth (nee Hoey):
Passed peacefully on Saturday, December 12, 2020, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 66 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Walter (Wally). Much loved and treasured beautiful Mum of Walter, Audrey, and Shanley. A loved mother-in-law of Jen, Neil, and Alicia. Amazing, bubbly, outgoing Nana of Jessica (Invercargill), Lana (Perth), Zoe, Roy, and Elizabeth. Treasured sister of Yvonne and family. Audrey will be sadly missed by her extended family and friends. A special “Thank You” to all the Doctors and nurses at Christchurch Hospital for their wonderful care of Audrey. Messages for the Family of the late Audrey Wilson may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. Audrey will be at her son’s home from Wednesday, December 16, please contact Shanley on 0273628900 if you would like to visit with Audrey and her family. Audrey’s Farewell will be held in our Chapel 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram, on Friday, December 18, at 2.00pm.
Facilitated by Great South, the draft Bluff Motupōhue 2020 Tourism Master Plan is a joint initiative between Great South, Invercargill City Council and Te Runaka o Awarua.
Great South chairman Ian Collier said Bluff was strategically important as a tourist destination with significant potential.
“The ultimate is to transform Bluff into a more attractive place to live, work, play, visit and invest in.
“We want to see Bluff considered the starting point for New Zealand, not the end,” Mr Collier said.
A coordinated plan for Bluff had been identified as being crucial within the Southland Murihiku Destination Strategy and aligns with the New Zealand Aotearoa Government Tourism Strategy.
Mr Collier said Bluff was a popular visitor destination for its oyster fame, for the highly-photographed Stirling Point signpost, and as the start and end of the Te Araroa trail. It was also a gateway to Rakiura Stewart Island which was seeing unprecedented visitor numbers and interest.
“But at the moment length of stay in Bluff is short.”
Part of the plan would be to make sure there was more on offer for visitors to do to promote a longer stay. It was also about making Bluff a vibrant hub for residents.
The Plan provided an overall framework and would allow various projects and precincts to progress at their own pace, he said.
Awarua Runaka kaiwhakahaere and Bluff resident Dean Whaanga said he was excited the plan had reached this stage.
“This is very exciting for the local community. The plan will play a crucial role in informing a coordinated approach to Bluff’s future.”
Mr Whaanga was pleased that Kaupapa Maori was taking centre stage in the Plan – a significant pouwhenua atop Motupōhue Bluff Hill is among the proposals.
Other projects include enhancing the mountain biking and walking tracks in the area and building upon the recent Predator Free Bluff project which has been underway for 10 years. New developments such as the Ocean Beach aquaculture precinct, Invercargill to Bluff cycle way and the visitor welcome bay are already underway.
Invercargill Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt hoped the community would take the opportunity to share their views on the draft plan.
“Bluff is a special place. Council has been pleased to work with Iwi and Great South to explore the opportunities to encourage more visitors to come and enjoy what’s on offer.”
Consultation will be open until 29 January 2021. The draft plan is available online at www.greatsouth.nz and hard copies can be picked up at Great South, 143 Spey Street, Invercargill or the Awarua Runaka office, 12 Bradshaw Street, Bluff.
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The super star certainly knew what it was like to grow up poor and make it to the big time.
The Mississippi native picked cotton, served in the United States Army and played baseball before moving to Nashville, becoming the first Black country star. He joined the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2000, according to Rolling Stone magazine.
Pride had a prolific career with over 50 Top 10 country hits, won three Grammy awards and became RCA Records’ top-selling country artist.
He released dozens of albums and sold more than 25 million records during his career.
Country Charley Pride also visited our shores a few times with hugely popular tours.
Enjoy these two Country crackers. Charley Pride’s signature song Kiss An Angel Good Morning and Is Anybody Goin’ To San Antone
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Remember to drive safely and please respect the entrant’s properties and surrounding neighbours when out on the trail.
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“We were expecting maybe 20 last night but they just kept coming, which was great!” says event organiser Tom Slee.
Everyone received a quick lesson from Southland Surf School Instructor Jess Terrill before hitting the surf.
Wreys Bush Dairy Farmer Debby Egan was one of the first to arrive and last to get out of the sea, “I’m really pleased I came, I enjoyed getting out there doing something I haven’t done before, we will be back next Thursday”.
Meanwhile the Farmlands Otautau team were busy on the BBQ so hot food was ready for when the farmers came finished in the water.
The next Surfing for Farmers event will be on Thursday 17 December at 6pm. The beach venue will be decided on the night but will be either at Riverton, Colac Bay or Monkey Island.
Details will be posted on the Southland Surf School Facebook Page from lunch time on Thursday.
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January has been a traditional month for motor racing fans to head to Teretonga Park and so it will be again 2021. The weekend of 15-17 January will feature several classes of motor racing allied to an appearance by Drift South which promises to be an exciting weekend of action presented by Downer.
The thunderous OSCA Super Saloons return for their second appearance of the season supported by South Island Formula 1600 who provided some really close wheel to wheel racing in their recent appearance at the track. NZ Six Saloons, the 2K Teretonga Challenge, Noel McIntyre Drainage Clubmans Saloons plus Sports & Racing Cars add to the programme.
The racing will be supported by Drift South who will appear on Friday and Saturday of the weekend. If you have never experienced a drifting event this is the perfect time to discover a motorsport discipline with a huge following.
While the Castrol Toyota Racing Series is confined to the North Island this summer Southland Sports Car Club Race Committee Chairman Bevan Gerrard says, “the January meeting is a traditional one for Southland motor racing fans and we hope people keep the weekend free to make their regular pilgrimage to Teretonga Park.”
Tickets to the event will be available from Auto Centre and E Hayes & Sons from 16 December. A discounted weekend pass presale is $20 while gate sale prices are a weekend pass $25, Saturday only $15 and Sunday only $20, Children 14 & Under are free (if accompanied by an adult).
After that event the Mobil 1 Classic SpeedFest will see the circuit’s weekend of classic motor racing from 19-21 February with the final race meeting of the season entitled Southern Thunder featuring NZ Super Trucks, Mainland Muscle Cars and plenty more over the weekend of 20-21 March.
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The 34-year-old woman has also been charged in relation to an aggravated robbery in Invercargill on 6 December.
A stolen vehicle has also been recovered.
Those involved in the offending have gang connections. Police will not tolerate this kind of violent behaviour and we will continue to closely monitor and take a proactive approach to disrupting and combating this type of offending in our communities, Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Greg Baird said.
Enquiries into both incidents are ongoing and further arrests and charges are being considered.
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