Measles outbreak update - Tuesday 4 November 2025

There are no new cases today. The number of known measles cases nationally remains at 17, of whom 12 are no longer infectious.

Health New Zealand continues to lead the response to the current measles outbreak with a focus on ‘stamping out’ cases.  We will continue to publish updates when new information becomes available.

What you can do

Immunisation is the best protection against measles. When given from 12 months of age, two doses of the Measles Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine protect about 99 per cent of people from getting measles.

Contact your healthcare provider to check your immunisation status and get vaccinated. Visit our website for the immunisation clinic schedule (external link). Many clinics do not require bookings or enrolment – check online for more information. You can also call your GP or healthcare provider to make an immunisation appointment, and many pharmacies offer walk-in immunisation services.

Remain alert for measles symptoms, and if unwell, stay home to avoid spreading measles to others.

Measles symptoms can include:

• an illness that begins with high fever (over 38 C), cough, runny nose, and sore red eyes (conjunctivitis)
• a rash, beginning on the face and gradually spreading down the body to the arms and legs, which can last up to one week.

If you suspect you may have measles, please phone ahead before visiting your doctor, or your Hauora Māori Provider or Pacific health provider so they can take precautions to prevent measles spreading. You can call Healthline for free anytime on 0800 611 116 for information and advice.

Keep checking our locations of interest webpage, which can be found here (external link) and will continue to be updated as new information becomes available.

More information

People can check their immunity status by visiting info.health.nz/measles-immunity (external link) or call the Vaccination Helpline for free on 0800 28 29 26.

You can call Healthline for free anytime on 0800 611 116 for information and advice.

For more information about MMR vaccination visit: info.health.nz/MeaslesVaccine (external link)