More letters drift in

Drifting priorities
With all the problems facing Southland – such as the possible loss of neurological services and the seemingly endless waste disposal debate – why on earth should Environment South react to a few complaints about some quirky driftwood sculptures which have appeared in our wonderful Aparima Estuary.
This is not so much a criticism or a justification for these artworks but a question of priorities. There are so many things to take issue with in our small settlement.
I implore the citizens of Riverton to exercise their minds on real problems facing our town and by the way, these constructs made me smile on a dull winter's day.

John Husband, Invercargill



Overlooking the positives
So four sad sacks have complained about Mr Hill's Stag in the Riverton estuary.
They are a vocal minority.
The silent majority enjoy, at no cost to anyone, a series of artworks (calling them structures is surely a stretch) which are ever changing with the tide and light.
But the few have whined, so the powers that be are forced to listen.
Where is the harm in these driftwood delights?
They are certainly easier on the eye than the viewing deck, with all the controversy and overspending that came with it.
As for the chainsaw vigilante, take a good look at yourself. It's not just your estuary you know.
My pick is for every one person who thinks these curios are foolish and odd, here are five who think they are just great!
But council will act (perhaps reluctantly) on the negative, overlooking the positive.

R J Brown, Invercargill