More work is needed to fully implement recommendations made after Cyclone Gabrielle.
The government was still not fully prepared for Auckland boundary issues.
New round of resurgence support payment welcomed but dubbed a "drop in the bucket".
Workers should be encouraged to be vaccinated but not all roles need to be.
Most restaurants think limiting entry to fully vaccinated customers could help keep staff safe.
Politics: Hospitality businesses face more constraints as rest of country moves to level 2.
New Zealand is keeping a close eye on how countries with high vaccination rates are faring.
National is urging government to introduce rental support payment sooner.
Tougher rules because the Delta variant is more transmissible.
The government is considering funding mediation on commercial lease disputes.