Life at Orange

At Orange, there will be community transmission of COVID-19, with increasing risks to vulnerable communities, and pressure on the health system. Learn what we all need to do.

Wearing a face mask at Orange If you have COVID-19

What to do at Orange:

Key points

  • At Orange, you can continue to do everyday activities, but we need to protect our vulnerable communities.
  • You must wear a face mask in many indoor locations. You do not need to wear a face mask outdoors.
  • You can visit cafes and bars, attend gatherings and events, and go to the hairdresser and gym. There are no capacity limits or distancing requirements at venues.
  • Workplaces and schools can open.
  • To protect yourself, your whānau and your community, keep up healthy habits.

Gatherings at Orange

Gatherings and visits can go ahead, including visiting friends and whānau, weddings and civil union ceremonies, faith-based gatherings, and funerals and tangihanga.

Visiting friends and whānau at Orange

You can visit friends and whānau at home, in aged care facilities, hospitals, and healthcare facilities at Orange.

Travel and accommodation at Orange

You can travel around New Zealand and stay at accommodation at Orange.

Businesses and workplaces at Orange

Businesses and workplaces can open at Orange. Some workers may need to be vaccinated.

Hospitality venues at Orange

Hospitality venues, such as cafes, bars, restaurants and nightclubs, can open at Orange.

Shopping and services at Orange

You can always access food, healthcare and other basic needs at Orange, and visit other retail outlets.

Events and public facilities at Orange

Events can go ahead and public facilities can open at Orange.

Education at Orange

Education can open at Orange, but you may have to follow public health measures such as wearing a face mask.

Moving, buying and selling your home at Orange

You can move house, and buy or sell a property at Orange.

Sport and recreation at Orange

You can play and watch sport and recreation at Orange.

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