Air Travel Resumes, Schools Reopen In New Caledonia
Domestic flights in New Caledonia and post offices has reopened, as most restrictions imposed over the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak have been lifted.
Passengers on Air Caledonie flights however have to wear masks.
Schools in the Northern Province have also reopened after being closed for seven weeks. In the Southern Province, schools reopened nearly two weeks ago.
For the next six weeks, restrictions will remain on the size of public meetings and on sporting events.
Nightclubs have to stay shut.
Border
The border will remain shut for general travel, but flights repatriating stranded residents are expected from Sydney and Auckland on May 8 - 9 and flights from France will have to wait until probably May 14.
The rotation of French officials and military personnel planned for late last month is on hold.
New Caledonia last recorded a positive coronavirus test almost a month ago.