Howick ward councillor Sharon Stewart says that Aucklanders need to keep playing their part by following Alert Level 3 guidelines so that together we can stop the spread of COVID-19 in our communities.
The Government’s decision to move Auckland to Alert Level 3 until 11.59pm on Sunday 30 August after a new outbreak of the virus means everyone in our community once again has a role to play by staying home and staying local when they go out to shop or exercise.
“We understand that having to go back into the lockdown and disrupt our daily lives is frustrating, but we have also seen in the past that these restrictions have proven to be effective in stopping the spread.
“Once again we need all of you to follow these guidelines and resist the urge to go outdoors for leisure activities. Only by working together, we can beat this virus,” says Cr Stewart.
All council facilities are closed and amenities like playgrounds, park benches and basketball courts are off-limits during the lockdown.
Other non-essential services affected include libraries, pools and leisure centres, service centres, visitor centres, our network of community venues and our early childhood education centres. Cr Stewart says that even if you can’t see a closed sign on the equipment, the fact that COVID-19 can live on a surface for up to 72 hours means that to be safe you should keep off it.
However, Aucklanders will still be able to borrow an electronic book, magazine or audiobooks from the library, lodge a consent or register their dog.
“Even though a lot of the services council provides, have been affected due to the lockdown, there is still plenty available online to keep you and your family busy and get through these tough times.”
A full list of affected facilities and amenities can be found on the OurAuckland website, but the Cr Stewart also says that council has a range of great activities to help you and the kids keep busy at home during the lockdown.
For up to date information on council services, visit aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or phone 09 301 0101.
For the most up-to-date government response information please go to covid19.govt.nz
Contact tracing is essential for stopping the spread. All New Zealanders need to keep a record of where they have been to allow faster contact tracing. Use the government’s COVID tracer app if you can or make a note.
