Rower Hamish Bond at an event to welcome back athletes at Christchurch Airport this morning. Photo: George HeardReturning Kiwi Olympians have finally had their moment in the sun. Large crowds gathered at Christchurch Airport on Monday to celebrate as the athletes were finally released after two weeks in MIQ. Some of the New Zealand Olympic team were welcomed back at Christchurch Airport this morning. It was the first of three events planned in Christchurch to welcome the athletes out of MIQ.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 16, 2021 03:45 UTC