No. 124, Session I.—Petition of Paora Kate and 177 Others.

Petitioners pray that a council of chiefs be held, with the view of discussing all questions affecting Native grievances; also the appointment of permanent committees for the district of each tribe inhabiting the two Islands, with the view of settling tribal difficulties. They also pray that Natives may be allowed to sit on juries in European Courts in cases were Maoris are concerned.

I am directed to report as follows:—

That the petition be referred to the Government for consideration.