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New Plymouth.—A loop was constructed in Devon Street, between Hobson ancl Watson Streets, and passed by the Department on completion. One new car was tested and passed for use. Wellington. —The main works completed by the City Council were the Johnston Street loop line, Thorndon Quay duplication, siding in Kent Terrace with cross-over from Elizabeth Street, and siding at Clyde Quay. Fourteen new cars were added to the plant after being tested and passed. Christchurch. —The principal works undertaken by the Christchurch Tramway Board, were the Moorhouse Avenue duplication, track alteration in Westenra Street, and the construction of the New Brighton Racecourse, Barbadoes Street, and Barrington Street loops. Dunedin.—Five new cars were tested and passed for traffic. GENERAL. For details of the public-building works and electrical operations see separate reports by Government Architect and Cliief Electrical Engineer. The past year has been one of great activity for all branches of the Department, and the prompt and loyal response of all officers has been reflected in the successful results attained. I therefore take this opportunity of expressing my appreciation of the excellence of the service rendered by the whole staff. F. W. Furkebt, M.lnst.C.E., Assoc.M.l.Mech.E., Engineer in Chief.