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I wasn't complaining about the numbers Tony, merely responding to Nigel's post!

As JAFA assisted Barry Algie last year, with finance and time (and he wasn't the only one), I know his passion for a great Festival is genuine, but if a regular contributor/photographer on here posts a level of disappointment then he more than likely has a genuine point. Nothing is gained from just heaping praise on the hard working ones if there are also valid criticisms. Only a fool listens to praise and ignores valid criticism.

The organisers put a tremendous amount of work and effort into this Festival and are to be congratulated on what has become an iconic NZ event that continues to grow. Lessons are always learned. One valid criticism from one genuine person has to be balanced against the obvious enjoyment overall from that same person.