Snow seekers' dreams of perfect powder day dashed by Covid-19 lockdown
The dreams of snow-seekers throughout the South Island have been snatched away by a lockdown that coincides with the season’s best powder day.
A storm early this week dumped up to half a metre of snow on southern ski areas and Wednesday was keenly anticipated to be the best day of the season with thick powder and brilliant sunshine.
Cardrona and Treble Cone manager Bridget Legnavskysaid everyone’s plans came to a halt overnight when it was announced New Zealand was entering an alert level 4 lockdown.
“We haven’t had great snow this season and all of a sudden it’s absolutely dumped enormous amounts of snow,” she said.
While ski area staff were disappointed, they were not caught off guard and were ready to close down if necessary.
Read more, including how the region's other major fields have responded to the snap lockdown, here.
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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81.9% Yes
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15.3% No
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2.7% Other - I'll share below
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