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).