I'm of the view that the Tauranga City Council must retain the amenity of the Begonia House, either on its present site or replace it with another, in full working order on another city park or reserve.

It has brought much pleasure to visitors, particularly older residents of Tauranga during the years.

Council has failed to provide detailed cost figures or what's involved in maintaining the facility and needs to be more receptive to the comments and input of its ratepayers. I support the retention or provision of a Begonia House.

Des Price, Tauranga City