I wonder if Prime Minster John Key will have the nerve to represent us in Australia at the 100-year Anniversary of the First World War this year, then return to New Zealand and still try to change the flag, which represents the gallant men and women who fought and died for this country.

The flag may not mean much to Mr Key but it does to us, who are descendents of the early pioneers who made this country and treasured the flag.

It is ludicrous to have a referendum on the choice of flags with the huge expense. Why not have a referendum on whether we want a change? Mr Key needs to remember this is our flag, not his. From a Crete Veteran's widow.

U McGrath, Otumoetai.