The article about Doug Leeder was a good read. But while I respect the man I think the idea to abolish the regional councils in New Zealand is spot on. Prime Minister... Read More

First, reading Bill Capamagian's letter re the port shares, I am appalled that the council would consider selling those! Second I agree with P Jones on the would-be... Read More

When I returned to New Zealand in 1981 after working overseas, I have since been constantly astounded at the number of activists that have popped up over the following... Read More

After living in the US for nearly 20 years I was shocked on return to New Zealand with the inroads the Māori population has made into this culture. Now I get some... Read More

The article dated September 12 in The Weekend Sun referred to a former Western Bay of Plenty mayor who criticises the ex-CEO's performance. This is both revealing... Read More

I urge Tauranga region voters to quiz their candidates for the Bay of Plenty Regional Council election as to what their attitude is to reducing BOPRC's shareholding... Read More

Re: Parking metres outside Tauranga's 2nd Ave medical clinic (The Weekend Sun Letters page, September 19 edition). I read with sympathy the plight of the lady... Read More

I was absolutely outraged to learn that Watties is no longer going to can some of our local growers' fruit. Not only is it going to hurt growers and their livelihoods,... Read More

Every time the local elections come around the place is plastered with boards all over the place with people trying to get you to vote for them. Each time - so... Read More

More than 20 years ago I was in Russia, and decided to go to the library. The entrance to the library was massive. At the entrance I had to walk through metal detectors,... Read More

To the community of Tauranga and the wider Bay of Plenty, I want to express my deepest thanks for all you have given to Daffodil Day, with particular thanks to... Read More

If, God forbid, New Zealand was thrust into war, the chances are there would be emergency housing and barracks erected very quickly up and down the country to accommodate... Read More