Budget Views Supported

Ruapehu Bulletin, 26 March 1991, Page 4

Budget Views Supported

0 One can't let the article in the last bulletin written by the budget information service pass without comment. Basically the advice given was right on line. True businesses and retailers must have the patronage of the locals, without your patronage the area would slowly but surely fold up. The district would lose the services of some very professional business people, and once the rot sets in it would not be long before one will be forced to shop elsewhere at considerable expense.

We live in a country where people are mobile and have the freedom of choice and as a retailer we certainly would not deprive anyone a day or two in the city - its a days outing and how else can people appreciate the local services unless they have something to compare them with. However to assume that city prices especially those of K Mart and other large stores are always cheaper or that they can give a better deal is presumptuously misleading. Many commodity items are a set price, where as many other items not only have local back-up services, guarantees, discounts and terms, but are

actually cheaper. The trouble is that you, the customer seldom rarely ask or give the locals a chance to match the 'deal'. We are appreciative of the support given to us by the schools, business and individuals both in and around the Waimarino. As a result we have a commitment to the area and are pleased to contribute to, in many cases sponsor, many organisations and events in the area. And so next time an out of town salesman "pirate" knocks on your door I challenge you to consider their deal, compare it with a local and remember 'Where is their money being spent?' In the long run or even short term it may not be as good as it seems. Working together for your sake and for the betterment of the community.

Peter

Berry

(Berry's Bookshop)0 I would like to know why the Ruapehu District Council is raising a loan to upgrade their computers? It is quite easy for them to raise $120,000 when they feel it is necessary, but what about the Ohakune water supply?

We can't drink computers but we certainly have to drink the contaminated water that comes through our pipes. Where is this Council's priority? Do they think technology is more important than people's health? I have lived in Ohakune for 11 years and this argument has been going on for just about as long. Last year they finally admitted that we have a problem with our water. What has been done about it, absolutely nothing! It is now a case of what T aumarunui wants, Taumarunui gets and the rest of us can go to hell. Concerned Voter.