Auckland bar and nightclub operators are cautiously optimistic about the industry’s future as the city prepares to reopen for business after the second coronavirus lockdown. On Monday, Auckland will enter alert level 2, joining the rest of the country that will remain at the same alert level until at least September 6. Michael Richardson/Supplied Karangahape Rd Business Association chief executive Michael Richardson said businesses in the area were “realistic” but being cautiously optimistic. Whammy Bar/Supplied Whammy Bar was packed on the first night of alert level 1. Alert level 2 rules require bars to seat patrons in groups of no more than 10, to total capacity of 100.

Source: Stuff August 29, 2020 04:07 UTC