Thoughts of the Week

Marlborough Weekly readers set the News Editor straight about plane’s name.

Planely – err, plainly – named
Re: “Straight Outta Omaka”

I was most disappointed to read that Graeme [Frew] had changed the name of Full Noise but thought, “Hello, April 1, must have been a prank”. However, on a closer inspection, your photo on the front page shows FULL NOISE on the side of the plane. Perhaps an explanation is required as to the confusing nature surrounding the name.
—Dennis Reid

It’s so great to read about Full Force, Standfast and Libertine!
—Zac Yates

May the Noise be with you.
—Graeme Frew

Editor’s note: While “Full Force” describes the power of its propellors, “Full Noise” is the name of the plane. Apologies for the error!

Green thumb’s up
Re: “Selmes blooms anew”

Wow, I’m liking this. Look forward to visiting for a coffee and plants.
—Dinny Ballantine

Great idea. It was always a lovely nursery to buy from.
—Sara McSorley

Kudos reciprocated
Re: “A sporting allrounder”

Well-deserved, Jody Klempel!
—Sandy Large

Sandy, as stated, you’ve been an inspiration for me over the years. Thank you for that!
— Jody Klempel

Holiday praise
Re: “Observed on Easter”

Beverley [Kingston, Church of the Nativity volunteer], who greets a stranger and makes them welcome.
—Janice Marshall

An open(ness) question
Re: “Salute … then snippiness”

Good on you for exposing Councillor Hope’s reticence to agree with Councillor Dalliessi’s bid for more openness and transparency! One wonders what he is afraid of?
—Nancy Sherwood