February 14, 2026
Letter to the Editor: Bring back the boat NOTA reader John misses seeing the hanging boat at the entrance to Urunga.

Letter to the Editor: Bring back the boat

DEAR News Of The Area,

JUST my opinion, but I miss seeing the hanging boat at each entry to Urunga.

I believe the boat represented Urunga well – boating, fishing, relaxing and catching up with old friends.

I am sure weary drivers and children were happy to finally see the hanging boat as a sign of “we made it” to their holiday destination.

Regards,
John THOMSON,
Urunga.

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