Health NZ warns of rising measles risk after new cases

Tuesday 21 October 2025 · 6 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 21 Oct 2025, 6:40pm

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Health New Zealand has reported three new measles cases in Manawatū and Nelson, including two children. There are now four active cases across Manawatū, Nelson, and Auckland. Officials are currently tracing locations visited by those who were infectious to manage the escalating national risk.

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1. NZ HeraldTue 21 Oct 2025, 6:15pm

   Health NZ warns of rising measles risk after new cases in Manawatū and Nelson (opens in new tab)

2. RNZTue 21 Oct 2025, 6:40pm

   More measles cases confirmed in multiple regions (opens in new tab)

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