My father, Lou Fisher, subdivided part of the family farm (named by my mother Sunnyhills) in the early 1960s, a farm which he had purchased just prior to serving overseas in WWII.
Over ensuing years, he continued to heavily plant the land to create a park-like property.
When part of this was eventually subdivided, he went above and beyond the local council call for reserve contribution and designed a subdivision that provided large open parks and small local reserves for the benefit of the new residents.
It has recently been brought to my attention that the council is planning to sell the reserve in Fortyfoot Lane for more intense housing.
Of greater concern is the fact that they are doing this for financial gain.
I find this offensive not only to our family but, more importantly, to the local residents who have enjoyed this park as a vital amenity for the past 60 years.
Stephen B Fisher
