Prime Minister Scott Morrison has hosed down the likelihood of a sudden opening of the Australian border to New Zealanders, insisting the initial focus is on reopening state borders.
Key points:
- New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern joined National Cabinet to discuss a trans-Tasman travel zone
- Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Ms Ardern have committed to a travel zone when it’s safe to do so
- They expect a coronavirus-safe travel bubble will help boost each country’s economies
National Cabinet has met with New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to consider a trans-Tasman travel bubble as part of broader efforts to reopen the Australian economy.
Mr Morrison said a “safe travel zone” with New Zealand had been discussed in recent weeks but it was “some time away”.
He said he expected New Zealand would be the first country Australia would open its borders to.
“At some point, both Aus