I read with interest the comments on advocacy, the internet and community mobilization. I am working on a community consultation process with a rural population on tobacco policy. In a meeting of our local internet network, many of the subscribers were from the rural areas. Since this is the population we are trying to reach, I am posting a notice about an upcoming public meeting on our local network - with my e-mail address. I am curious to see if there is any response. These discussions have prompted me to see if our local Reeve's have an e-mail address. I will let people know what the results are - maybe this will prove to be an easier way for people to voice their opinions. Michelle Sangster Tobacco Use Prevention Coordinator Perth District Health Unit [log in to unmask]