A Te Awamutu rest home worker tested positive for Covid-19 earlier in the week.
A Waikato DHB spokesperson confirmed on Sunday night a staff member at Camellia Rest Home in Te Awamutu was informed of a positive test on Tuesday, November 2nd.
As the rest home is currently in level 3, strict infection prevention and control guidelines were in place including mandatory mask use and daily health checks for staff and residents.
Close contacts include six staff who were on shift with the individual on 30 October and all 29 residents, who are fully vaccinated.