The already bad local road toll could have been higher but for luck and timing: about 4.30pm last Sunday we were returning to town along Hamurana Rd, in our near-50-year-old car and at the
Letters: Near-miss on road nearly tragic
Reduced speed limits do not help in these situations when incompetent drivers are intent on breaking the law.
Flexible barrier posts like those used at the sides of the road and placed on the yellow lines might discourage this reckless and criminal behaviour.
R G Mayes
Rotorua
Hospital visiting hours
It was disappointing to read and almost unbelievable that Lakes Hospital Board has extended hospital visiting hours - 10am to 8pm (News, July 30).
Whoever made this decision has been ill-advised when it should have been considered that most patients require rest, and find conversation when they are ill difficult.
Formerly one knew that visitors knew when to leave, but all day - awful. It is difficult enough to find parking to attend clinics as it stands, and now it will become even harder.
Who is behind this decision?
A N Christie
Rotorua
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