NZ's vax pass goes online but its use in limbo

NZ's vax pass goes online but its use in limbo
Many bars and restaurants will require vaccine passes soon. (Image: Adobe Stock)
Henry Burrell
Vaccinated New Zealanders can now request a domestic vaccine pass from the Ministry of Health despite the system for its use not being implemented yet. The ministry’s announcement of the passes’ availability caps several weeks of hush-hush, with many aspects of the rollout unclear as recently as three weeks ago.  My Vaccine Pass will allow entry into some public places when the country’s new covid-19 protection framework (also known as the traffic light system) comes into effect.A date is yet to be announced but the...

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