To the point
Keith Davis (Letters, April 19) implies sediment slicks in Wellington Harbour are natural because early settlers noted similar occurrences. They noted it because they had cleared the forests from the Hutt hillsides and caused it. It was vandalism then, as it is today. The difference is we know better now. Mike Joy, Paekakariki
I know the ideas and policies are more important, but could someone within the inner circle have a word in the ear of the PM. Saying ‘‘everythink’’ for everything is certainly no indicator of lack of intelligence, but it doesn’t help project a fine leader who otherwise exhibits a great deal of education and self-reflection.
Steve Liddle, Napier
So, Israel Folau has caused an uproar and been dismissed left, right and centre for saying God’s plans for homosexuals is, ‘‘Hell, unless they repent of their sins and turn to God’’. The question no-one is asking is, is what he said true? If it is, are you no longer allowed to tell the truth? Renton Maclachlan, Porirua
What a delight to be reminded of the need for people on bikes to use lights (Letters, April 19). That brightened my day. I look forward to future illuminating advice on correct tyre pressure, traffic light etiquette, and the polite use of bike bells. But take note, if you are going to mansplain bicycle lights regulations, try and get it right. According to the transport rules, front lights can be white or yellow, may flash, and can be mounted on the bike or the rider. Cyclists, get lit.
Patrick Morgan, Newtown
I was appalled to learn of the huge salary for the top person in the Plunket scheme. I do wonder how a person can earn $250,000 and justify themselves having taken that money from a system that raises funds from the kind generosity of everyday people. Maybe there should be an across-the-board culling of existing exorbitant salary earners, and replace the persons with real people who have a heart for real babies and real families who need and benefit from our Plunket society.
Sally Curtis, Lower Hutt
I object to your headline, ‘‘PM meets he who might be King’’ (Dominion Post, April 20). The only way Charles might not be king is if he dies before his mother. She is a traditionalist and will not pass Charles over for William. Charles will be King, but he might choose to be styled King George VII.
Patricia Liddell, Plimmerton