The traffic light system means more travel, tourism and events for most of New Zealand.
But places like Tairāwhiti, which has one of the lowest vaccination rates, may not be able to enjoy summer in the same way as others.
There are nearly 8000 people who need to get their second dose before the region can hit the required 90 percent mark.
The fate of the Rythym and Vines festival hinges on this magic number.
Gisborne mayor Rehette Stoltz spoke to Corin Dann.
