Bloomfield said the definition of "coronavirus elimination" was getting down to a small number of cases that can be stamped out with rapid identification, isolation and contact-tracing.
Police are urging people to stay put and to refrain from travelling to baches or holiday homes this Easter weekend.
Northland District Commander Superintendent Tony Hill - who last week called the number of people out and about in Kaitāia "unacceptable" - said work was continuing to ensurepeople were complying with the Government's alert level 4 restrictions and staying within their bubbles.
Northland District Commander Superintendent Tony Hill. Photo / Michael Cunningham
"We know some people may have had plans to travel and get away for Easter, but these are unprecedented times and we urge people to do their bit to save lives by staying home."
Hill reiterated that the only travel people should be doing is essential travel, which includes delivering essential services, such as groceries or medication.
Police would be present on the roads over Easter ensuring people who are using them, for the allowed reasons only, are doing so safely including driving within the speed limit.
Police would also be working with other agencies to ensure people are complying and aren't heading out on the water in boats, kayaks, paddleboards, surfboards or going swimming when they shouldn't be.
While people can still go for walks for fresh air and exercise in their local area, police wanted to reiterate that exercise does not involve swimming, water-based activities such as surfing or boating, hunting, tramping, or other activities of that could put people in a position where they may require search and rescue services.
