Lower the speed
On several occasions when travelling towards Tauriko along Cambridge Rd, I found that I was stopped by a huge tailback of traffic waiting to turn on to SH29. I note that Tauriko is still subject to a 70km/h speed limit and it is my opinion that if this were reduced to 50km/h then the turning traffic would have a much better chance of joining SH29, due to slower oncoming traffic. I note that vehicles turning left out of Cambridge Rd are hesitant to do so as, inevitably, their view to ensure it is safe to join SH29 is blocked by traffic in the right lane. I suggest a mirror is placed opposite the turning point to overcome this. These suggestions could, if implemented, be a quick and cheap solution.
David Sykes
Bethlehem
Diabetes screening
Due to a $15,000 donation from TECT, Diabetes Help Tauranga is now able to provide more diabetes services to those at risk throughout the Western Bay of Plenty. Diabetes, mainly type two, currently affects over 10,000 people in the Bay and it is likely a further 5000 have either type two diabetes, or are at risk of developing type two diabetes. Funding from TECT allows the Diabetes Help Tauranga nurse educator to see more clients for support and education and provide more screening. For more information about services contact the Diabetes Help INFOline on 07 571 3422.
Deborah Cunliffe, Diabetes nurse educator/manager
Diabetes Help Tauranga