Queenstown businesses are in crisis, with the Chamber of Commerce saying most expect to close within a week
Queenstown businesses are in crisis, with the Chamber of Commerce saying most expect to close within a week
15 February 2022
The carnage has been sparked by the number of Covid-19 cases and close contacts having to go into self-isolation.
The number of active cases in the Queenstown-Lakes region reached 41 as of yesterday - the highest anywhere in the South Island.
Queenstown Chamber of Commerce CEO Ruth Stokes says things are dire.
She's suggesting workers might rort the system.
Stokes says labour shortages are already dire, and she fears workmates may ring up as close contacts, so they can have the day off.
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