“The amount of people that are in the mall right now is honestly so gross.”

The change in alert levels also prompted Aucklanders to get outside.
One person says the number of people they’ve seen enjoying the city gave an “absolutely fantastic vibe”.
“This weekend I’ve seen more people cycling, walking, roller skating, skateboarding, and scooting around Auckland than ever before.”
But although the city is no longer in lockdown, Aucklanders are still asked to follow level 2 guidance. This includes keeping a distance of at least two metres in retail stores and one metre in other public spaces, staying home if you feel unwell, and keeping track of where you’ve been and who you’ve seen.