DSC_7455.JPG Shoppers formed long queues at supermarkets around Hawke's Bay before opening times yesterday and today, going against all advice not to do so.
A security guard could be seen keeping the peace outside Countdown Hastings this morning as the line to get in stretched into the carpark before 9am.
In the Prime Minister's public address yesterday she urged the public to "shop normally" and think of fellow New Zealanders who also need essential items but could not rush to the shops.
On Friday Countdown made the decision to place a temporary limit of two similar items per customer per shopping visit across its stores and online shopping service, with the exception of the produce and serviced deli sections.
It is also changing its store hours and online shopping services to trade from 9am to 8pm across the country.