Education leaders are cautiously optimistic about schooling at alert level 3.

But the damage has already been done for one retail business.

New Zealanders got to hear what life looks like after lockdown from the Prime Minister.

"It's rewarding to see that you can help people who really are very vulnerable."

A 30-day challenge is helping guide people keen to clear out their homes.

Remote learning comes with various challenges, but teachers are charging on.

"Local authorities play a critical role ... we must keep essential services running."

Bay of Plenty readers have their say.

The Government announced a $3.1b tax relief package for small and medium sized businesses.

"I know it's had an impact on all business but ... it's just been a real disaster for us."

Bay of Plenty readers have their say.

"We will likely hear of further job losses as the uncertainty drags on."

The best-case scenario was the unemployment rate could climb to 13.5 per cent.

As the couple's plane flew overhead, their daughter raised a glass to welcome them home.

Teachers and staff will be dealing with some of the same lockdown issues as everyone else.

"It is reminding people of how important food production is to our country."

It may feel as though the couch has its own gravitational pull but you can resist.