Cr Watson has many supporters but also, it would appear, many detractors. Events of late regarding injunctions and possible defamation proceedings are a prime example.

Controversy and a perception of incompetence detracts from all the good things Mayor Watson has done. Sometimes, one’s use-by date, rightly or wrongly, has to be acknowledged.

The voters at our next local council elections have the opportunity to put a new stability into our council by changing the current playing roster.

It is up to us now and the choice is more of the same or a new approach.

Mayor Watson, there are many ways to provide a community service but sadly enough you are committed to the past.

Like John Howard do not let your strengths become your Achilles heel.

Like the old boxer, one fight too many. This is for the voters to decide.

B. Cumberland,

North Nowra.