2 FEBRUARY

THE NEW ZEALAND GAZETTE

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EXTERNAL TRADE EXPORTS COMMODITY BY COUNTRY AND COUNTRY BY COMMODITY 1973-74
DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS
244 p. 1977. $5.50
This thirteenth volume contains the final figures of export statistics for the 1973-74 trade year, i.e., July 1973-June 1974. It classifies New Zealand’s export trade in accordance with the Standard International Trade Classification, Revised. The maximum detail possible is given; firstly exports of New Zealand produce are shown Item by Country, and secondly Country by Item. Details of re-exports, Item by Country only, are shown separately.

EXTERNAL TRADE REPORT AND ANALYSIS 1971-72 AND 1972-73
DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS
66 p. 1977. $2
The information contained in this report which reflects the changing patterns and levels of exports and imports will be of special interest to official advisers, policy makers, industry, and the public.
These statistics are classified according to the Standard International Trade Classification (Revised).

FACSIMILES OF THE TREATY OF WAITANGI
1976. $12.95
A valuable volume of old New Zealand records comprising: The Declaration of the Independence of New Zealand. The original draft of the Treaty by Governor Hobson. A series of copies of the Treaty itself as finally adopted and signed by the chiefs and witnesses.
The preface and facsimiles are reproduced from lithographic originals first printed in 1877. (Government Printer.)

FACTS ABOUT NEW ZEALAND
31 p., illustrated. 1976. 65c
Handy pocket-size booklet crammed with information on New Zealand and its people.

FACTS AND FIGURES ON NEW ZEALAND AGRICULTURE
28 p. 1976. 30c
Handy pocket-size book, with diagrams and charts throughout, which supplies statistical data on all aspects of New Zealand agriculture.

FAMILY GROWTH STUDY
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SPECIAL REPORT SERIES NO. 48
77 p. 1976. $4
The preliminary report on the Family Growth Study made in the Hutt Valley presents the initial analysis of the data collected.
Provides data on contraceptive practice, pregnancy planning, family size ideals and expectation, and sterilisation. Gives a bibliography and the eight sections of the questionnaire. Will be of great value to Government departments and groups and organisations involved in the health and social welfare work of New Zealand communities.

FIVE Bx PLAN FOR PHYSICAL FITNESS
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
32 p., reprinted, 1977. 60c
Originally produced by the Royal Canadian Air Force, this exercise programme is designed for men.
The 5 Bx plan is a scientifically designed approach to physical fitness which can develop an adequate level of reserve energy needed for vigorous positive well being and zestful living.
The exercises can be done by yourself, at home, in your spare time, at your own rate of progress, without discomfort, and in only 11 minutes a day.
(For women see the xBx Plan for Physical Fitness.)

FOREIGN INVESTMENT POLICY IN NEW ZEALAND
Edited by R. H. Carey
128 p. 1975. $4.50
Foreign investment is an important and controversial issue in New Zealand. This book contains a wide range of facts and argument. Five papers cover the administrative and policy aspects, political attitudes, the degree of foreign ownership in New Zealand, and the benefits and costs of foreign investments. The general reader, as well as the student of the subject, will find this a volume of lively interest and a valuable addition to the small volume of literature available of this topic in New Zealand. Series No. 20. (N.Z. Institute of Public Administration.)

FOREST WILDLIFE
By P. Morrison, Wildlife Service, Department of Internal Affairs and L. H. Harris, Environment Forestry Division, New Zealand Forest Service
Illustrated by P. F. Scaife
48 p., colour plates and drawings. 1974. $1
In this informative booklet there is a description of 72 of the higher forms of animal life, both native and introduced, which may be seen in New Zealand forests. The main purpose of this booklet is to provide those people who seek recreation in forests with a guide to the wildlife they may see. It is hoped that this will stimulate interests in forest wildlife and supply those unaware of the abundance of animals that live in New Zealand’s forest. (Published jointly by Wildlife Service, Department of Internal Affairs, New Zealand Forest Service.)

FREDERICK THATCHER AND ST. PAUL’S
By Margaret Alington
50 p., 18 illustrations. 75c
The story of Frederick Thatcher and the Colonial Gothic structure he built. This book fills in some gaps in his personal life and his original design for St. Paul’s.

GAMES AND PASTIMES OF THE MAORI
by Elsdon Best
(National Museum Bulletin No. 8), 1976 Reprint
334 p. $17
First published in 1925 this bulletin is one of the series originally written by Elsdon Best, and has been reprinted without textual alteration.
Elsdon Best describes it as “An account of various exercises, games, and pastimes of the natives of New Zealand, as practised in former times; including some information concerning their vocal and instrumental music”.
Includes an account of musical instruments and Maori song together with games and pastimes of a relaxing nature as well as those involved in ritual and training.
Contents include: Military exercises and games, Aquatic games, Children’s games, Introduced games, Maori songs and Musical instruments.

GLACIERS OF WESTLAND NATIONAL PARK
A NEW ZEALAND GEOLOGICAL SURVEY HANDBOOK—Information Series No. 75
by W. A. Sara
47 p. $1.80
This survey summarises the study of the glaciers of Westland National Park. Although in this area there are about 29 secondary glaciers, only brief mention is made of them. The two main ones in the park are Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. A comprehensive description of both main glaciers, rate of movement, fluctuation, and other relevant factors are included. Geological and other information is set out in an interesting and easy to read form.

GROUNDWATERS OF THE HUTT VALLEY—PORT NICHOLSON ALLUVIAL BASIN
By I. G. Donaldson and D. G. Campbell
D.S.I.R. INFORMATION SERIES NO. 124
78 p., illustrated. $2.50
A study of the Hutt Valley-Port Nicholson groundwater basin which is one of the major sources of water in the Wellington region, serving both municipal and industrial demands. Presents an analysis of the hydraulic effects of present and future use of the water of this resource basin.