Thousands of New Zealanders stuck overseas are pinning their hopes on today's MIQ announcement - which could improve their chances of getting back into the country.
Shorter MIQ times and isolating at home are being put forward as possibilities.
But at the same time as ministers work on the finishing touches, RNZ has found the current lobby system for bookings is already being gamed by a third party.
A private company called "MIQ Booking" is charging US$195 per person, then using fake passport numbers to get multiple spots in the queue.
Susie Ferguson spoke to Covid-19 response minister Chris Hipkins who admitted there are weaknesses within the system.
