February.

3.—Father Hennebury's mission commenced.

7.—Otago Regatta. Champion Pairs: B. Provo, L. Duder, B. Davis (cox.). Champion yachts: Osprey (9 tons), 1; Gipsy (9 tons), 2; Royal Alfred (6 tons), 3; Anonyme (10 tons), Fair Play (1½ tons).

9.—Foundation stone new university, Castle Street, laid by the Hon. H. S. Chapman. Speakers, Dr. Stuart, Mr. Stout, Rev. Mr. Will, and His Honour Mr. Justice Williams.

12.—First sale at Burnside yards.

15.—First trial Wood's reaper and binder at Taieri.

16.—First trial N.Z. (Reid & Grey) reaper and binder at Tokomairiro.

20.—Public meeting at Temperance Hall re early closing.