Gary, I have never been 'scared' to write any comments, which is why I wrote for publication. My editor always gave me the difficult subjects to tackle such as the Volkner Rocks marine reserve, the damage 4x4s were causing to the dunes on the coast around the Matata/Pikowhai area and the decline of Lake Aniwhenua public access through council ineptitude.

It's unfortunate as soon as a member voices honest critique on this site, it is always followed with personal attacks. This degrades an excellent website and I wish to be no part of it, let alone be the catalyst by voicing faults that come about through bitter experience.

The many totally inaccurate catch reports regarding those who fish with kontikis, kites and torpedoes would be a classic example. 'Hori' was often on the receiving end, I note he hasn't posted for a very long time. A great shame because he gave many valuable hints on 'how to'.