Letters to the Editor

The actual problem is...

Re: Barbara Saies' letter (The Weekend Sun, August 25) calls for such a response. It is very distasteful that she should misrepresent the views of others in order... Read More

NZ needs to be united!

Recent letters seemed to have stirred up a few people. In answer to some of the points raised. Te Reo - I have no problem with people wishing to learn Te Reo but... Read More

Vote – or zip it!

To all the moaners out there - I hope you get out and vote on October 14! These letters pages are always full of gripes and groans about issues, MPs, the Government... Read More

A result of our city’s success

Re: ‘TCC talks congestion charges' on page 5, The Weekend Sun, September 8. Tauranga's road congestion is a result of our city's success. Combination of the... Read More

Money well spent!

Recently, the Labour Government suggested all primary schools include a ‘financial planning' course in the school curriculum. Well that would be a lot more... Read More

Just wondering...

I am wondering how the ratepayers of Tauranga are going to afford the Civic Centre - some money coming from government - and the stadium, despite a number of ratepayers... Read More

Is this really what we need spend rates money on?

I have lived in Te Puke town centre for almost eight years and with my husband I walk the streets regularly, different days and different times. I have seen around... Read More

Where does responsibility lie?

I saw an interesting item on TV recently regarding the plight of a woman who had purchased a car and found out to her horror that she would be paying almost 50 per... Read More

Costs outweigh its benefits!

Re: ‘Look at domain space in 50-year lens! (The Weekend Sun, letters page 32, August 11). Tauranga Domain is the last green space available in a future... Read More

The ideal location....

Re: ‘Look at domain space in 50-year lens! (The Weekend Sun, letters page 32, August 11). Watching cricket at the magnificent Bay Oval, an experience only... Read More

I can’t envision this initiative taking off

Re: The alternative transport push in Tauranga City. In my house there are five adults and one teen. The tradesman can't use alternative transport with tools and... Read More

A fitting tribute!

Re: News article ‘Familiarising with the forefathers', page 18-19, The Weekend Sun, August 11. It is fitting that ex-Mayor Tunks should be remembered by... Read More