No. 253.—Petition of Tamati Ranapiri and 17 Others.

Petitioners, who have an interest in the Ohau No. 3 Block, which was awarded by the Native Land Court, were told there was a charge of £150 on the land for surveys. They consider the Government should pay for the surveys. They pray that the amount may be reduced.

I am directed to report as follows: That this petition should be referred to the Government for consideration.