New Zealand has recorded COVID-19 two new cases in 24 days, bringing the total number to 1,506, TASS reported.

According to the agency, both infected arrived from the UK to attend the funeral. After confirming the diagnosis, the infected were placed in special quarantine centers.

The ministry also noted the death toll there is still 22.

The first case was detected on February 28.

After stabilizing the epidemiological situation, New Zealand authorities lifted all epidemiological restrictions. The work of public transport has been fully restored, trips around the country are allowed; all shops, manufactures, institutions and departments have reopened. Catering and service industries, as well as kindergartens, schools, and universities, operate in a normal mode.

The borders were partially reopened, but when issuing visas, preference is given to relatives and friends of New Zealand citizens.