Two new measles cases confirmed in Taranaki and Wellington

Friday 24 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 24 Oct 2025, 5:18pm

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Health New Zealand has confirmed two additional measles cases, located in Taranaki and Wellington, bringing the national total to eight. Several infections are linked to an exposure event on the Bluebridge Ferry on 3 October. Health officials say the risk of further cases is very high.

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1. StuffFri 24 Oct 2025, 5:11pm

   New measles cases in Taranaki and Wellington, risk of further cases ‘very high’ (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldFri 24 Oct 2025, 5:18pm

   Two new measles cases confirmed, one each in Wellington and Taranaki (opens in new tab)