30 Nov 2025

One new measles case identified in Wellington, bringing total to 22

6:46 pm on 30 November 2025
The measles virus, the US CDC says measles is very contagious and can be serious, and anyone who is not protected against the virus is at risk.

One new measles case in Wellington. Photo: Supplied/ US CDC

Health New Zealand has confirmed one new case of measles in Wellington, which it says is linked to an earlier case.

This brings the number of known measles cases to 22 since 8 October 2025, with 21 no longer infectious.

New locations of interest have been identified in Wellington.

Wellington locations of interest

    [L1]Saturday, 22 November - New World Wellington City, Wakefield St (6.05-7.35pm)

    [L2]Monday, 24 November - BP 2Go, Berhampore (12.40-2.10pm)

    [L3]Thursday, 27 November - New World Newtown (8.55-10.20am)

Any new locations of interest will be updated on the Health New Zealand website, as they are confirmed.

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