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    Queenstown-Lakes District mayor says pre-departure tests' use-by date is well and truly up

    Queenstown-Lakes District mayor says pre-departure tests' use-by date is well and truly up


    The tourist town's welcoming news the requirement's going , as it braces for a record ski season.

    Covid-19 Response Minister Ayesha Verrall confirmed tests would be dropped as of next Tuesday morning.

    Mayor Jim Boult says the tests were becoming a waste of time, but he understands the caution.

    He says he doesn't think the tests were putting too many people off coming to New Zealand - but the timing is immaculate as the ski season prepares to kick off.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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     Today's News

    		 Rugby:
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     Politics:
    Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster has been spotted at a cafe with his former boss, Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche 7:57

     Entertainment:
    Hamnet taught Paul Mescal that he cannot be his best self without his loved ones 7:53

     Motoring:
    Te Rapa Road in Hamilton is closed following a serious crash overnight 7:47

     Rugby:
    New Zealand Rugby chair David Kirk is vowing to get the right person in charge and insists there's no rush in appointing a new All Blacks coach 7:27

     Entertainment:
    Kim Kardashian's longtime best friend Allison Statter accidentally set her hair on fire 7:23

     Business:
    ???1;The construction sector's feeling optimistic, despite weak demand 7:17

     Accident and Emergency:
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     Entertainment:
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