Countdown has confirmed to Chris Lynch tonight the person who tested positive for Covid19 visited the Colombo Street supermarket on Sunday.

A Sudima hotel staff member was tested as part of routine testing at the facility and returned a negative test on Thursday 29 October.

The Ministry of Health said on Saturday they developed symptoms and sought a further test on Sunday.

A positive result was received today.

Countdown’s general manager corporate affairs, safety and sustainability Kiri Hannifin confirmed the person visited the store on Sunday.

The supermarket was closed tonight and was undergoing a deep clean.

Ms Hannifin said it’s expected the supermarket will be open again as normal tomorrow.

The Ministry of Health is expected to release more details at its usual 1pm news conference.