Auckland’s most liveable city status must be seen through prism of pandemic

Recognising Auckland and Wellington on the basis of Covid success is not on their own merits

Even in ordinary times, liveability" is an almost ludicrous measure by which to assess a city.

Not only does it imply that there is a uniform experience to be had there, separate to socioeconomic status or disadvantage - the qualities or properties that may make somewhere a desirable place to live differ between individuals, and within lifetimes.