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Hi Bryan,

A suggestion. Perhaps instead of the current focused trend on developing so many buildings (hopefully not to the level of certain horribly styled cities as found in many parts of the world, with skyscrapers restricting views and being an eyesore), it would be good to keep the landmark heritage buildings in Wellington as well as gardens (like Christchurch has had the foresight to do), instead of overdeveloping Nature which contributes to the ecological imbalance. Plus not everyone wants to live in small confined apartments as as been suggested by certain people.

If someone is sincere about climate change and protection of the environment, instead of just giving lip service, people who enjoy gardens and their home environments should be respected too, instead of reading (I think in the last Capital Times) "that most people nowadays prefer apartment living". No so.

Another suggestion that is perhaps easy to resolve is to readjust the clocks of the city. One in particular, on Courtenay Place opposite Reading Cinema, has been constantly 30-40 minutes late for quite some time now. Also, if such clocks could match the clock of transport services like bus and trains, that would be fantastic. We had the unfortunate experience recently of missing the bus, because the bus arrived 10 min sooner than it was due (at Reading Cinemas), and there was no more buses on that direct line. A story worth telling, as the driver was found later on, parked elsewhere and playing with his telephone,(in our view in a hurry to go home on a week-end).

We'd love to use our bicycles, but unfortunately are too high on a hill for the return to the suburb. We also think there should be more buses coming by (at an average of 10 to 15 min instead of every hour during the day), especially on the 22 and 23 route.Well, this is the talk this time. I'm sure there may be more later.

Sorry you didn't get the top job, but thankfully you are still a city councillor.

Have a wonderful Xmas season and till later.

Jo Board Member

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