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The geography in NZ is I think a secondary factor. Due to its isolation and reliance on agriculture, NZ has always had a very strong bio security policy and
by andylynch 6y ago
The geography in NZ is I think a secondary factor.
Due to its isolation and reliance on agriculture, NZ has always had a very strong bio security policy and the systems in place to effect it. (Try bringing in a apple, pot of honey or muddy shoes. Actually don’t!).
So when they had to make the call, they weren’t exactly starting from scratch.
In addition, virtually everyone got behind the lockdown and made it work together- this is nothing to do with geography and all to do with good leadership, and a strong society.
- gridspy 6y agoFinally, there was a solid "all of government" pandemic plan. Although it got tidied up and dressed up a bit for the public, the basic structure was already in place (in 2017) well before Covid-19 occurred. This ensured that the right people had the right terminology when a nationwide mobilization was required. https://www.health.govt.nz/your-health/healthy-living/emergency-management/pandemic-planning-and-response/influenza-pandemic-plan https://www.health.govt.nz/your-health/healthy-living/emerge...