Odd, it seems to me, that the Federated Farmers has been given/have taken the prime Opinion spot in the Southland Times to give advice to Southland voters regarding the up-coming elections.
What a convenient platform for them, through Rod Pemberton, Federated Farmers Southland president, to espouse their farmer-friendly views!
Mr Pemberton devotes some of his article to praising the Government for their dismissal of Ecan and warns that other regional councils should consider that action carefully. He also warns councils that rural ratepayers money is not 'an endless supply of money to fund councils dreams'.
He says:
" Councillors need to remember that they are there to represent their constituents through leading efficient organisations that focus on deliverables rather than appearence, a council that is focused on fact, not emotion."
He tidies up his stern warning to voters and candidates alike by saying,
"It's so important that we ensure Southland is represented by the right people ..."
I did laugh.
