We are starting to deport tourists who don't have plans for self-isolation on arrival. A backpacker in Christchurch who arrived on Monday is being sent packing on Wednesday...
Coronavirus: Tourist to be deported from NZ for having no plans to self-isolate
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern earlier warned travellers who flouted self-isolation rules would be liable for deportation and face fines.
There would be "zero tolerance" for those who did not follow the rules of self-isolation and did not comply with with instructions from a medical officer of health.
"I consider this a message and a warning to those who come to New Zealand," she said.
"We are a country who takes our role and responsibility of being hospitable very seriously. But in return we ask that visitors reciprocate. We will look after you, if you look after us."
"If you come here and have no intention of following our requests to self-isolate, frankly you are not welcome and you should leave before you are deported."


 
					
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