Western Leader – Letter re Oratia

Did you know the Western Leader is available online here?  The latest issue contains  a Letter to the Editor from  Oratia local, Mate Marinovich, asking for investment in Oratia particularly sewerage -sewerage issues being an ongoing problem for the School and Halls.  The letter was also requesting investment in preserving Oratia’s natural beauty .  He offers  an orchardists perspective on Kauri Dieback and who should be paying (Hint: not the ratepayers).