Readers write about the plastic bag problem and the Treaty of Waitangi.

Readers write about a Grey Power election candidates' meeting and Labour's tourist tax.

It makes sense that extra money for tourism and conservation comes from visitors.

COMMENT: There is overwhelming public support for a water royalty, says Rachel Stewart.

Readers write about homelessness in Rotorua and the Treaty of Waitangi.

We asked people in the street how they feel about people not wearing a seatbelt.

Letters: Readers talk about the Treaty of Waitangi and council jobs.

It is important we get our fair share of the economic wealth generated by our city.

With the new fishing season approaching there is a new positivity rising among anglers.

Opinion: The only thing a faster speed limit will do is increase the road toll.

Readers' views on the Te Tatau o Te Arawa Board and the Taxpayers' Union report.

With Sir Colin what you saw is what you got. I like that in a person.

Rosemary McLeod would happily start with the toppling of recent statues.

Readers give their thoughts on rail between Auckland and the regions and Maori in schools.

Readers give their thoughts on water bottling, the rail link and Maori representation.

COMMENT: Labour leader's magnetism has not been seen since Clark and Lange.

A failure to act now could only mean that house prices will continue to rise.

Opinion: If we do not use the language, then we will lose it.

August and September are usually the more difficult months for anglers.

Sponsors back mountain bike events, clubs and trails and help make the sport safer.

Opinion: Rail service connecting cities a no-brainer.

Letters: Readers discuss living in 'paradise', politics and a proposed rail service.

Opinion: A local man's plan to help the homeless is a reminder that love trumps hate.

We ask locals their thoughts on a daily regional passenger rail service.

Letters: Readers share their views on the town clock, the National Party and boot camps.

Opinion: It's not criminal youth who need boot camps, it's the adults who raise them.

Why are our young males disaffected?

How would you feel if a home for remand youths was to open in your backyard?

How far should we go in setting a price on a resource that all own or none owns?

COMMENT: Labour's water policy is not as difficult to understand as you might think.