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Local RSAs have all opted for different approaches to opening since the Covid-19 traffic light restriction system came in on December 3.
Wellsford Memorial RSA has taken the strongest stance, announcing that it was staying closed except for takeaways.
“As our RSA doesn’t want to segregate or discriminate against people, we will remain closed for now,” the club said via social media. “We’re just doing takeaway meals on a Wednesday and Friday evening. We want to thank the people who are supporting us. RSA is about people helping people.”
Doors at the Hakaru & Districts RSA restaurant and bar have also remained closed this month. Secretary Martin Edinborough says the club will stay closed for now and reopening dates will be announced in the New Year.
However, both Warkworth and Maungaturoto branches have reopened at the Red Light level with the appropriate My Vaccine Pass, scanning, social distancing and mask-wearing requirements.
As well as reopening on Thursdays and Fridays in the run-up to Christmas, Warkworth RSA will resume its regular live music and entertainment shows when Auckland goes to Orange on December 30. The RSA’s hospital shuttle service is also running, with double vaccination required for all drivers and passengers. The service continues until this Wednesday, December 22 and then resumes on January 10.
Meanwhile, the Maungaturoto RSA is fully open from 5pm on Fridays and Saturdays, with meals from 6pm, except for Christmas and New Year’s Day.
