It comes as the number of Kiwis returning home from overseas has doubled since last month, with 4200 now in quarantine facilities. More Kiwis were returning from high-risk countries, which had not previously had air connections, Ardern said. Stuff Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said more Kiwis were returning from high-risk countries, which had not previously had air connections. The 14 days in the facility was the most important thing and an extra layer of assurance. But everyone, other than those on compassionate leave, were in for 14 days, she said.

Source: Stuff June 21, 2020 20:37 UTC