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There are two new cases in the Waikato. The location for one of these cases is currently under investigation. The other case lives in Rotorua but is isolating in the Waikato region.
There is also a case isolating in Whitianga who had recently relocated from Auckland in compliance with the border and travel requirements. The case is currently included in Auckland’s reporting but may be transferred to Waikato.
Four cases for which locations remained under investigation yesterday have now been confirmed with two from Te Kūiti, one each from Te Kauwhata, and Huntly.
The total number of cases is now 478 (142 active and 336 recovered). There are 38 active cases that are as yet unlinked.
Two new locations of interest were confirmed yesterday in Ōtorohanga.
Nine pop-up and dedicated testing sites are operating across the Waikato today in Hamilton, Huntly, Ngāruawāhia, Te Kūiti, Waharoa, Thames, Taumarunui, and Ōtorohanga.
There are two COVID-19 positive patients in Waikato Hospital Intensive Care Unit.
There were 1509 tests processed in the Waikato yesterday and 3255 vaccinations given.
In the Waikato, public health staff are now supporting 90 cases to isolate at home.
| Location | Number of active cases |
| Te Kūiti | 44 |
| Huntly | 39 |
| Hamilton | 21 |
| Kāwhia | 10 |
| Ngāruawāhia | 7 |
| Te Kauwhata | 5 |
| Ōtorohanga | 3 |
| Waharoa | 3 |
| Piopio | 2 |
| Te Anga | 2 |
| Taupiri | 1 |
| To be confirmed | 3 |
Note: previously listed case locations will at times be reclassified following investigations. Some cases have been allocated to locations outside Waikato so contribute to our case totals but are not listed in case locations. Cases may also be allocated to Waikato from other regions but are not noted as a new case as they have been previously announced.
Anyone who has cold or flu-like symptoms, is following guidance relating to a location of interest, or has been directed by Healthline or a GP should seek a test immediately.
Otherwise, people should call Healthline on 0800 358 5453 or their GP for guidance before seeking a test.
It is free to get a COVID-19 test, wherever you go.
Testing locations in and around Waikato are also available on the Healthpoint and Waikato DHB websites.
Miriama Club, Miriama St, Taumarunui
Friday 3 December 10am - 2pm
Centennial Park, William Street entrance, Te Kūiti
Friday 3 December 10am – 2pm
Ōtorohanga Sports Club
carpark, Island Reserve, Orahiri Terrace
Friday 3
December 10am -
12pm
WAHAROA
Hauora o Ngāti Haua,
2 Cadman St, Waharoa
Friday 3 December
3-6pm
Waahi Whanui, 17 Parry Street, Huntly
Friday to Saturday 10-3.30pm
Nga Miro Health Centre car park, 29 River Road, Ngāruawāhia
Friday 3 December 11am - 6pm
Claudelands Event Centre
Gate 3, Brooklyn Road
Daily 10am-6pm
Te Kōhao Health
951 Wairere Drive, Hamilton East
Daily 10am-4pm
Testing is available on appointment from GPs. Both practices will test non-enrolled patients:
Tokoroa Family Health
Gate 3, Tokoroa Hospital, Maraetai Road, Tokoroa
Book on 07 886 5431
Tokoroa Medical Centre
57-75 Maraetai Road, Tokoroa
Book on 07 886 8777
Please see www.waikatodhb.health.nz/cbac for a list of pop-up testing sites and designated general practices where anyone can be tested for free, and www.healthpoint.co.nz/covid-19/waikato for all testing providers in the region.
Reporting on vaccination rates at TLA level is provided by the Ministry of Health. This data is at 11.59pm 2 December 2021 and is the latest available at TLA level.
| Territorial local authority | 1st doses | 2nd doses | 1st doses as a % of eligible population | Fully vaccinated as a % of eligible population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton City | 133,532 | 124,158 | 94.2% | 87.6% |
| Hauraki District | 14,594 | 13,252 | 85.2% | 77.4% |
| Matamata-Piako District | 27,324 | 25,320 | 89.8% | 83.2% |
| Ōtorohanga District | 7151 | 6463 | 82.9% | 74.9% |
| Ruapehu District | 5679 | 5001 | 85.4% | 75.2% |
| South Waikato District | 17,436 | 15,356 | 87.5% | 77.0% |
| Thames-Coromandel District | 24,577 | 22,769 | 88.5% | 82.1% |
| Waikato District | 44,218 | 40,687 | 89.9% | 82.7% |
| Waipa District | 45,348 | 42,894 | 94.1% | 89.0% |
| Waitomo District | 7011 | 6262 | 92.7% | 82.8% |
| Waikato region | 326,850 | 302,162 | 91.5% | 84.6% |
Data at SA2 level (approximately equivalent to suburb) is available on the Ministry of Health website.
Pop-up vaccination sites and vaccination clinics
Hours at the Te Awa The Base community vaccination centre in Te Rapa, Hamilton, have been extended from this week. The vaccination centre will now open from 9am to 9pm every Thursday and Friday, starting 28 October, until Christmas to cater for people who cannot be vaccinated during normal working hours.
There are number of pop-up vaccination centres operating across the Waikato this week. Details are at www.waikatodhb.health.nz/covid19mobile.
The Cambridge community vaccination centre at Cambridge Community Marae is closed. Vaccinations will continue to be available at Cambridge Medical Centre (bookings essential via www.bookmyvaccine.nz or 0800 28 29 26) and Unichem Cambridge (offering both walk-ins and bookings). There is good capacity at both sites to support the community. Vaccinations are free wherever you go.
Reminder - Making a vaccination appointment
Although walk-ins are available at many vaccination sites, the best way of guaranteeing a vaccination on the time, day and place of your choosing is still to book.
If you are concerned about your risk of COVID-19, please ring Healthline (0800 358 5453). They will tell you if you need to be tested and what to do next.
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