Auckland’s lockdown has finally given me what I always wanted – a licence to pry | Leni Ma'ia'i
by Leni Ma'ia'i from World news | The Guardian on (#5R0E7)
I'm one of the city's many undercover agents, ready to pounce on any and all lockdown infringements
Nine weeks into Tmaki Makaurau's lockdown, having pushed the limits on baking, introspection and backgammon, I've taken to running.
No, not for any of the health benefits - running at my size can't be healthy; it's a chance to go snooping. I've always enjoyed sticking my nose in other people's business, but society has repressed these urges. Lockdown, finally, has given me the licence to pry.
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