New Zealand sports to welcome back crowds as COVID rules eased
New Zealand sports will welcome full-capacity crowds when COVID-19 rules ease this weekend after a bruising period for revenues. New Zealand capped crowds at 100 people for outdoor events while battling an outbreak of the Omicron variant, but will lift the curbs from Saturday, along with the need for fans to wear masks, the government said on Wednesday. 'While Omicron is transmissible the natural ventilation of an outdoor seating reduces the risk,' Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said.
Reuters - March 23, 2022View the full story here: https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/sports/new-zealand-sports-welcome-back-crowds-covid-rules-eased-2022-03-23/