No. 6.
Mr. Commissioner Rogan to the Chief Commissioner.

I have the honor to enclose herewith a deed of sale for land situated near Aotea, which was executed by the Ngatinaho and Ngatimahanga Natives, and for which the sum of Two hundred and ninety pounds (£290) was paid on the 2nd instant. An instalment of Ten pounds (£10) having been paid by you to the Native Hemi Matene on the 14th April, 1854.

With reference to Te Tana's claim mentioned in your letter of the 3rd August last, the Natives have set apart Ten pounds (£10) in satisfaction thereof to be deposited with the Native Hakopa of the Ngatimahanga tribe, who is Te Tana's representative, which amount will be forwarded to Auckland for his acceptance.