Hibiscus Matters

Freedom camping – doesn’t it sound lovely? The very name conjures up carefree images of travelling far and wide (remember that?) and aimlessly pitching a...

Cost blowout Mike Morse, SilverdaleIt was with utter amazement that I read that Penlink had again been delayed (HM August 2) and I’m somewhat incredulous...

In Penlink we trust? Gilbert Peterson, Manly (abridged)The latest delay you report for Penlink (HM August 2) should come as no surprise – and neither...

Bike tax needed Peter Hickey, Silverdale (abridged)I think the editor’s note on Danny Donovan’s letter (HM July 1) missed the point. Yes cyclists who have...

 Driving dominance Elizabeth Maxwell, Silverdale (abridged)May I say how I loved to see the image of cyclists riding across the Harbour Bridge, in your recent...

 Leak wastes water Michelle Downey, Tindalls BayI am pleased to see that, at the moment, the water spilling over Whangaparāoa Road between Vipond and Glenelg...

Not surprised Al Weeks, ŌrewaThe recent article on cost overruns on Penlink (HM June 16) must have raised a few eyebrows or even some computer...

Value for money Marcia Krska, Stanmore Bay (abridged) I have a question relating to the piece regarding David Rankin being appointed CEO of Auckland Council’s...

Black & white (& grey) Joyce Williams ,Ōrewa Our new suburbs are very smart. So orderly, so consistently modern. I congratulate the planners, the architects,...

Not cyclist friendly Ron Jackson, Orewa (abridged) I am pleased to see the road safety improvements around Orewa town centre, especially the extension of the...