Last mentioned: Mar 10, 2026
Legislative Review
Expected government response and introduction of new public health legislation based on inquiry recommendations.
Phase Two Report
Release of the four main lessons for long-term pandemic resilience and structural reform.
Phase One Report
Initial findings focused on the immediate operational response and border controls.
Inquiry Established
Royal Commission of Inquiry into COVID-19 Lessons Learned is formally launched.
The second phase of New Zealand’s COVID-19 inquiry has identified four critical areas for systemic reform to bolster future pandemic preparedness. The findings emphasize a transition from reactive emergency measures to a proactive, data-driven, and equity-focused public health infrastructure.