No. 127, Sess. I., 1887.—Petition of Te Kere Ngataierua and 2 Others.

Petitioners state that they have an interest in the Waimarino Block, which has been lately sold to the Government. They state that the block was sold without their knowledge and consent. They pray that the matter may be inquired into, and relief afforded them if possible.

I am directed to report as follows: That, after reading the memorandum of the Land Purchase Officer, the Committee has no recommendation to make.