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, says Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Ward Councillor Josephine Bartley.
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 Maungakiekie-Tāmaki neighbourhoods once again has a role to play by staying home and staying local when they go out to shop or exercise.
“Our communities were really good the last time around, and so they know what to do. It is quite simple. Stay away from public amenities, wear a mask when in public, stay home when you can and together we can make sure this is over as quickly as possible," explains Bartley.
All council facilities are closed and amenities like playgrounds, park benches and basketball courts are off-limits during 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. Bartley explains 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.
“One of the main questions I’m getting at the moment is around playgrounds, the answer is simple, yes they are closed. Signage is going up but with over 1000 across the city it’s a process."
A full list of affected facilities and amenities can be found on the OurAuckland website, Councillor Bartley also says that the council has a range of great activities to help you and the kids keep busy at home during lockdown.
Aucklanders are still able to borrow an electronic book, magazine or audiobooks from the library, lodge a consent or register their dog.
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.