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While Super Rugby crowds are expected to be at capacity for the first time in months this weekend, Australia is inching towards normality.
The 100 metre rule for indoor venues has been scrapped, but a rule of four square metres per person remains in place and nightclubs remain closed.
State borders remain closed to each other and stadium crowds will be capped at just 25 percent capacity.
For the first time in two weeks, the National Cabinet met to discuss restrictions, border closures, and other issues related to the pandemic across the Tasman.
RNZ Worldwatch reporter Max Towle has more.