Photo: RNZ / Kim MoodieIt is probably just a matter of time before Covid-19 spreads its tentacles to the South Island which hasn't had widespread transmission for almost 18 months, experts say. RNZ asked shoppers in Christchurch how worried they are about community spread in their neighbourhoods. Most believe there is a high chance of the virus making its way south and identified the vaccine as the best way of protecting themselves. Instead of relying on vaccines to keep the mainland safe, she would rather establish a border and keep potential cases from the North Island out. "I can't believe we haven't actually protested as in the South Island, saying no, you're not coming here, shut the borders," Clyma said.

Source: Otago Daily Times October 10, 2021 21:11 UTC