Kia ora 2021: New Year wishes to wash the worries away
31 Dec, 2020 04:00 PM
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NZ Herald
It was a world where lockdowns and let-downs were often the norm. But as a new year dawned after the coronavirus pandemic defined 2020, New Zealand was among a few nations where people were out celebrating, singing and cheering.
While celebrations for many people overseas were or will be online only, crowds of New Zealanders stood shoulder-to shoulder at festivals, in bars, and on the streets.
Most Kiwis were well-behaved last night, but police were called to Whangamatā s Blackies Cafe where thousands of teenagers had gathered, many of whom were on the roof throwing bottles.
Jacinda Ardern s heartfelt New Year s message for New Zealand
31 Dec, 2020 07:40 PM
3 minutes to read
NZ Herald
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has taken to social media to share her wishes for Kiwis in 2021.
Jacinda Ardern has shared her hope for 2021 on social media. Photo / Getty Images
After a tumultuous 2020, the mother of one said that while parenthood doesn t make staying up until midnight an easy task, she wanted to do so to see the back of 2020 .
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Ardern continued by thanking those who helped New Zealand with the challenges that 2020 brought.
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The Prime Minister finished by wishing everyone in Aotearoa a Happy New Year!