Waimea Weekly Locally Owned and Operated
Wednesday 25 August 2021
Covid causes cancellations
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Close contacts in region Charles Anderson Journalist
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Despite having no Delta cases in the region, Tasman needs to remain vigilant in Level 4 to avoid the situation other parts of the
country are facing, says Tasman Mayor Tim King. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced on Monday that the country will be staying in Alert Level 4 until Friday 27 August at 11.59pm. Auckland will stay in Alert Level 4 until at least Tues-
day 31 August at 11.59pm. When making the announcement, Ardern showed a map of locations of known contacts. She said over 100 were in the South Island, including the Nelson region. “This is a stressful time for many
people and businesses in our community and as a council we need to continue to provide our essential services,” says Tim. He asks that people support all workers whatever service they are providing for you. “Council staff and contractors
are doing jobs like keeping water supplies running, clearing blocked wastewater pipes, and continuing to collect rubbish and recycling as usual.” Tim asks please don’t interrupt
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Kindness in the time of Covid
Locals from across the region have been helping each other out during challenging times. Whether it is the friend helping get groceries delivered, the florist giving away free bouquets, the café owner donating essential food items or the once failed sewing student finding her calling in making free masks, Level 4 brought out the best in us. Full story on page 4.
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