Monthly Archives: July 2008

Bishop to blow the whistle on Corruption

Posted on July 31, 2008 by Ron

Political Corruption We are all too familiar with the corruption that goes on in Central Government. There seems to be a new case every day, in fact politicians spend most of their time in parliament either accusing each other or … Continue reading →

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Timaru Political News not being Reported

Posted on July 23, 2008 by Ron

I have been concerned for some time that that much of the important political news is not being reported. It’s either because the councillors are all gaged and are to afraid to step out of line or the local daily … Continue reading →

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Timaru will be a Ghost Town within 10 years

Posted on July 18, 2008 by Ron

If something is not done to rapidly change the direction of Timaru then I predict that it is only a matter of time before the main street of Timaru becomes a ghost town. The demise of Stafford Street has already … Continue reading →

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Hydro Grand Hotel Ready to Tumble

Posted on July 12, 2008 by Ron

Timaru’s most unloved Icon is about to tumble according to the horses mouth. Its now 5 years since the local law firm of Raymond Sullivan & McGlashan formed a private company to purchase the Hydro Grand Hotel. The company is … Continue reading →

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Winners and Losers in Sport

Posted on July 2, 2008 by Ron

Every day I tell myself thats the finish I’m never going to write another letter to the Timaru Herald Then when I pick up the Herald I find another lot of news that gets up my nose so I burst … Continue reading →

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