Every day I read something in the newspaper debating the issue of the poor Wellington public transport situation. There's talk of building a hideous flyover over the Basin Reserve, implementing larger buses (as a frequent bus user this seems like an outrageous idea, as there isn't enough space for the buses already) or building a light rail.

Having travelled the world, I know that cities benefit greatly from having a choice of public transport. When arriving in Wellington in 2012, I thought gondolas would be perfect for this city: they don't take space on the roads, are very cost-effective to set up and run, are reliable and extremely frequent and highly suitable for hilly topography like Wellington's.

They would create space on the roads for safer bicycle lanes and ambulances and would be one step closer from freeing humankind from the sparse resource of oil.

If the council has $45m to upgrade a stadium or $80m to splash out on a horrible flyover, than surely it would have $80m to invest into a cheap, safe, reliable means of connecting the CBD with Island Bay and the CBD with Miramar.

It's a great investment in a happier, greener future for all Wellingtonians.

NATALIE J CHEETHAM

Newtown