Hipkins said he woke up with cold and flu symptoms and will isolate for five days or until he returns a negative test.

Labour leader Chris Hipkins has announced he has tested positive for COVID-19.

The Prime Minister’s office released a statement saying Hipkins has cold and flu symptoms and will isolate for five days or until he returns a negative test.

“He will continue with engagements he can undertake via Zoom,” the PM’s office said.