Report on Petition of Hirini Taiwhanga.

The petitioner Hirini Taiwhanga prays for compensation on the ground of loss of employment caused by the cancelling of his license as a surveyor; and for compensation for loss sustained by his brother, who was captured and detained by Maoris while in the employment of the Government.

I am directed to report as follows:—That the petitioner lost his license through hit own misconduct; and, so far from having any claim to compensation, he ought to be thankful that under the circumstances it was restored to him.

The Committee cannot therefore recommend his petition to the favourable consideration of the House, and, in respect to the claim made on behalf of his brother, the Committee are of opinion that it cannot be entertained.