In obtaining information as to the state of their individual claims, and the extent of land in cultivations, and although some opposition is offered by a majority of the natives, to dispose of their land, I have reason to hope that as my operations were not interrupted, that the party who are at present anxious to effect a sale, - some of whom have influence, will gradually obtain accessions to their number, as the principal objection on the part of the majority, to entering into an immediate arrangement, is a fear that their acts may not be confirmed by the absentee claimants at Waikanae; and have succeeded in obtaining considerable information as to the extent of their individual claims and cultivations; and hope that several who now object to the sale of their land, will join those who are favourable to the terms proposed by His Excellency, for the acquisition of land in this district. (unsigned copy.)