Mr. Commissioner Rogan to the Chief Commissioner.

I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 22nd ult, and to enclose herewith a list of the different blocks of land surveyed in this district, with the amount of instalments paid on each, and the probable sum required to complete those purchases.

The negotition for the Karioi and Ruapuke Blocks is completed, and the Natives residing in the interior, whose claims are in a measure distinct from the resident owners, are waiting a reply from you, to know whether their claims will be entertained in Auckland before treating with me.

There are several small blocks of land, commanding good positions, near Whaingaroa and Aotea, which have been offered to the Government, but no payments have been made on them, and the survey is not yet executed.

It appears to me desirable that this land should be purchased without delay, as the settlers are increasing in number, and giving a high value to land easy of access.

I am of opinion that the negotiation for this land will be unsuccessful, unless a higher rate per acre be authorized than that limited by your letter of the 14th July last.