Aucklanders will be forced to tolerate strict gathering rules for at least another week, with the extension of level 2.5 restrictions.
The rules mean gatherings in the region are limited to 10 people, while the rest of New Zealand can enjoy events of up to 100 people.
Checkpoint reporter Nick Truebridge and cameraman Nick Monro hit Auckland's CBD to gauge reaction to today's extension of Covid-19 restrictions.
First they spoke to an Auckland business owner, who says his livelihood could dry up if level 2.5 restrictions extent beyond next Monday, when they're set to be reviewed.