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Letters to the editor: Virus an opportunity for humans to change ways

Bay of Plenty readers have their say.

Laura Boucher: Lockdown a chance to connect in new ways

COMMENT: It's a chance to experiment with digital technology to overcome barriers.

Letters: Bite the bullet and borrow more

Bay of Plenty readers have their say.

Comment: We can't rush permanent decisions

We're not out of trouble yet - Businesses are struggling but health takes priority.

Comment: Kiwi musos are in the fight against Covid-19 together

Bay of Plenty musicians join fight against Covid-19.

Letters to the editor: Time to encourage farming

Bay of Plenty readers have their say.

Comment: Lockdown experiences are different, comparisons are unfair

Teachers and staff will be dealing with some of the same lockdown issues as everyone else.

Bryan Gould: What we can learn from earlier generations

COMMENT: The crisis is a chance to draw strength from earlier struggles.

Zizi Sparks: Access to information still vital during lockdown

COMMENT: Covid-19 can't be used as an excuse to withhold information.

Dawn Picken: Why we can't be productive during lockdown

COMMENT: Building resilience may be the most productive thing we do in lockdown.

Matt Cowley: The month New Zealand stood still

We will bounce back, but it will take a lot of grit and sacrifice.

Garry Webber: Doing our best in extremely trying circumstances

I am confident our Kiwi spirit will see us emerge stronger than ever before.

Zizi Sparks: Covid 19 coronavirus physical distancing boosts social life

It's never been easier or more important to connect with others.

Letters: Covid 19 means problems getting firewood

It may not be essential but it is necessary to make life comfortable.

Letters to the editor: Decision-makers' grievances should be laid aside

At this extraordinary time of critical decision-making, laying aside grievances is vital.

Benefits of lockdown go beyond health and safety

We're forced out of convenience bubbles - and that can't be a bad thing.