A reader writes that he would like to see plastic bag usage reduced. Photo/File
The question of plastic bags is becoming an issue, particularly in supermarkets.
We had a trip to Tahiti and had several trips to the supermarket. The first thing we noticed was the lack of plastic bags. There is on sale a large heavy duty bag that people are able
to use without any problem.
Once purchased the barcode is made inoperable at the checkout hence the bag can be used over and over again.
We do have supermarket bags here that do the same thing so I see no problem in reducing plastic bag usage here.
We won't get rid of all plastic from supermarkets but I believe we can make a considerable reduction.
Another issue relating to plastic was the amount washing ashore in the Pacific Islands. It is not hard to find out where the plastic came from.
There is not a large of number of fast food or supermarkets in the South Pacific.
DEREK PACKHAM
Lake Tarawera
Treaty meaning
With reference to Bruce Moon's letter (Rotorua Daily Post, August 29), Mr Moon, you completely miss the gist of my letter.
The Treaty of Waitangi may well have been drafted in immaculate style and prose by Hobson - the feature that is incorrect with said Treaty is the meaning behind the words!
