New Zealand tests three passengers onboard liner for virus

Three passengers on a cruise ship in New Zealand have been tested for new coronavirus.

vessel, Golden Princess, remained docked in South Island tourist town of Akaroa on Sunday.

one will be allowed off ship until test results are kwn, probably on Monday.

news came a day after New Zealand banning cruise ships from entering its waters.

Golden Princess, which sailed from Melbourne, was alrey in country at time ban was anunced.

For most people, new coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms.

For some, it can cause more severe illness, especially in older ults and people with existing health problems.