Pacific and Māori church leaders are stepping up in the battle against Covid-19 vaccine misinformation.
A dozen senior Catholics from around the Wellington region received their first dose of the Pfizer vaccine this morning.
The government is wanting religious heads to play an important role in spreading awareness and curbing any fears.
Malia Su-emalo Lui, a member of the Wellington Samoan Catholic Community gets vaccinated against Covid-19, 9 June, 2021 Photo: Johnny Blades / RNZ Pacific