03 February 2020 – Chinese New Year celebrations cancelled

Type of Intervention: Specific Action
Sectors Involved: Tourism, Local Government
Intervention Categories: Social and physical distancing measures; Gatherings, businesses, and services
Level of Jurisdiction: National
Lead People/Agency: Mayor

Overview: Chinese New Year celebrations cancelled
Full details here: https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/408821/coronavirus-outbreak-auckland-lantern-festival-cancelled

Type of Justification: Public Opinion (e.g. consultations, opinion polling)
Source of Evidence or Justification: National – other
Evidence/Justification: Public opinion and consulation with Chinese community