As life returns back to normal, there is one glaring restriction that remains - the country's borders.
Under level 1 they are still closed to all but New Zealand citizens and permanent residents, or those granted exemptions Mandatory managed isolation and quarantining will continue.
The government says restrictions will be in place for a significant period of time but businesses say they need a clearer timeline so they can plan ahead.
Here's RNZ political reporter, Yvette McCullough.
