The best and most efficient leader for a country is a dictator. Sadly, I cannot see this ever happening, so are you happy with our governing system?

I reckon there's certainly room for improvements. Let's modernise.

Firstly, a delegation to study other democractic countries.

Frankly, I think less than 50 per cent of politicians would suit our population, especially if they can work from home with modern technology.

An efficient ‘voters referendum' as a people's guide can create more interest, especially from youth. Do away with this argy-bargy, tit for tat parliament floor. Less politicians, less cost.

1. Youth are our future.

2. Compulsory national service would give youth basics not taught at school. Civil service as well as military service, surely a backbone for NZ.

Oldies who took Compulsory Military Training all agree it was the best thing for them at that age.

I can think of so many ways five months' national service will benefit youth; reduce crime and rugs and positively benefit NZ.

3. How to make the sale of dangerous, illegal drugs not worthwhile in NZ. Simple; make the drugs free at government supply centres on request by addicted users who must register and attend anti-addiction courses. Then there's no money in it for dealers.

4. Our taxation system is out of control and too expensive to implement. A flat rate of tax, starting at $50,000, will eliminate most welfare payments.

Reintroduce death duties except for charity gifting. Streamline GST and tax-free to retirement funds or superannuation. No tax on school fees.

The best way to develop Kiwi's interests is reduce taxes.

David Blackley, Te Puke.