Jacinda Ardern holds special coronavirus press conference for children
New Zealand PM says young people need extra help to understand the pandemic, as country reports 28 cases
New Zealand’s prime minister has held a special press conference just for children, saying the young need extra help understanding the global coronavirus pandemic.
Sitting next to Jacinda Ardern was scientist Dr Michelle Dickinson – who specialises in science communication for kids – and Dr Siouxsie Wiles, who many New Zealanders have come to rely on for calm, practical advice during the crisis.