Joachim Wanihi and his wife "basking in God's grace" on a Wellington train. "Appreciate the Metlink staff & NZ Police for their professional conduct in approaching us for not wearing masks on the train this morning," Wanihi wrote. We said that we are aware the government website said we cannot be stopped from entering the train without wearing a mask. According to the man, the police then got on the train and asked the couple whether they would like a mask. "It's a sign of respect, especially since a lot of our elderly people ride public transport," another Facebook user pointed out.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 31, 2020 23:15 UTC