Just following up on my earlier posting on this. By all means discuss this on the nznog list, in pubs and clubs and anywhere else you choose but let me remind you that if you want to be sure that your opinion is taken into account don't forget the formal process described here. andy ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Joy Liddicoat <joy(a)liddicoatlaw.co.nz> Date: Wed, May 30, 2012 at 10:21 AM Subject: Re: [members-discuss] Discussion paper on opening .nz 2ld To: InternetNZ Members Discussion List <members-discuss(a)mailman.internetnz.net.nz> The consultation relates to a proposal being considered by the Domain Name Commission to extend the .nz domain name space by allowing registrations at the second level. This has the potential to significantly alter New Zealand's domain name space, and it is important that we hear the views of a wide variety of people and organisations. For ease of reference the Consultation Paper and some FAQ information are attached – this is also available at http://dnc.org The Consultation Paper raises a number of questions including about the creation of new  second level domains within the existing .nz structure  and whether or not certain names should be prohibited at the second level if registrations at the second level are permitted. I’d like to encourage all members to participate and respond with their views along with any other points you wish to raise.  All comments including those of the local Internet community will form the basis of the decision on whether or not to proceed. These comments must be sent to us at the DNC. Online submissions can be made at https://www.research.net/s/dnc_consultation1 or you can email to policies(a)dnc.org.nz or post to Domain Name Commission Ltd, PO Box 11-881, Manners St, Wellington 6142.  Submissions will be published online as they are received at http://dnc.org.nz/second_level_proposal_c1. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me through the Domain Name Commission at policies(a)dnc.org.nz. Yours sincerely, Joy Liddicoat Chair Domain Name Commission Limited