New Zealand imposes new Covid measures as cases soar

> Under the current rules — marked orange for the second most restrictive setting under the nation’s traffic light system — Kiwis are told they can do everyday activities, but that they “need to protect our vulnerable communities”.

This means they are ordered by the government to wear a face mask in many indoor locations, but that there are no limits on gatherings or distancing requirements.

Around about a year ago there was a lot of crowing about how New Zealand hadn't had to do any of this stuff and "life is completely normal" because of the genius of their COVID response. Now they have the highest case rate in the world and the article is hinting at the next "red" tier of restrictions.

Imposing tax burden. Nothing's free.