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THE NEW ZEALAND GAZETTE
No. 7

GENERAL PUBLICATIONS

SHADOW OF THE LAND
By Ian Ward
422 p. 1968.
$9

The title for this book was provided by Nopera Panakarero, a Kaitaia chief of much influence, who, in May 1840, believed that only the “shadow of the land” had gone to Queen Victoria whilst the substance remained with the Maoris. Less than a year later he revised this opinion convinced that only the “shadow” would be the Maori portion.

The author examines the British acquisition of New Zealand, the Maoris trust in the Treaty of Waitangi and their confidence that its terms would be honoured and explains it was only by accident that the Maoris were guaranteed the possession of their lands and ancient privileges.

It is under these circumstances that the book considers the use of military force in New Zealand, analyses the arguments surrounding the provision of troops and concludes that, beyond any reasonable doubt there was never an attempt to govern by “moral suasion”.

New Zealand followed the normal nineteenth century British pattern of territorial acquisition.

The book is an essential introduction to the Maori wars of a later date.

SHARING SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
N.Z. COUNCIL OF SOCIAL SERVICE
88 p. 1978
$2.75

Report of the New Zealand Council of Social Service on desirable roles and directions in social service development.

SOCIAL TRENDS IN NEW ZEALAND
DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS
193 p. 1977.
$4.50

This volume, the first to be produced, examines nine major social areas, viz. demographic patterns, housing and households, education, health and medical services, social welfare and social security, crime and law enforcement, leisure, labour force participation, and incomes.

While the emphasis is on trends, the descriptive text has been supplemented by tables, charts, and figures which highlight significant features.

The information brought together in this volume will assist policy makers, planners, students and others who have an interest in social trends and development in New Zealand society.

SOILS AND AGRICULTURE OF PART PAPARUA COUNTY
DSIR SOIL BUREAU BULLETIN 34
128 p. 1978.
$12.75

Describes and classifies the soils of part Paparua County, an area of approximately 134 square miles west of Christchurch.

A section on “land use” contains detailed accounts, with maps, of agriculture and horticulture, and notes on forestry by specialists from the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries and the New Zealand Forest Service. Further supporting information, including data on the water resources of the county, is provided in the Appendices.

SPORTS DIMENSIONS IN METRIC
CURRICULUM BULLETIN No. 76
16 p.
50c

In this curriculum development unit bulletin, sports areas and component measurements are given in metric. This information covers the dimensions of all popular sports.

TALKBACK
28 p. 1974.
55c

This report on the contributions which many thousands of New Zealanders made in discussion groups, meetings, and seminars held during the public discussion phase of the Education Development Conference. The report is designed to give an impression of the major outcomes of the discussion, not only indicating where a measure of consensus emerged, but also pointing out where people disagreed. (Educational Development Conference.)

SURVEY OF PERSONS AGED 65 YEARS AND OVER 1973-74
DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS
59 p. 1977.
$2.20

This survey represents the first nationwide statistical survey of the actual living costs and circumstances of a representative sample of persons aged 65 years and over in New Zealand. The survey was jointly designed by the Departments of Social Welfare and Statistics. The Social Welfare has sought to design measures for standards of living and to determine the effect of the structure and value of social security benefits on these measures. The Department of Statistics has given a general statistical analysis of the survey results, and has carried out some studies to help identify factors which may influence the expenditure patterns of the elderly.

SYSTEM OF BUOYAGE AND BEACONAGE FOR NEW ZEALAND
MARINE DIVISION, MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT
24 p. 1977.
$1

Explains the buoyage and beaconage system operating in New Zealand waters. Contains the mandatory requirements for the establishment of aids to navigation in harbours and their approach channels. Describes the requirements for oceanographic stations and gives details of standard markings for marine farms, box fishing nets, and offshore oil rigs.

Useful for all navigators, those studying for nautical examinations, and harbour authorities.

TARARUA STATE FOREST PARK
24 p. 1976.
$2

Within easy reach of most Wellingtonians, the Tararua Forest Park offers a variety of scenery and recreation to those wishing to escape the pressures of urban living.

This booklet briefly outlines the geology, climate, vegetation, flora and fauna, tramping, hunting, fishing, historical notes, and forest management. Three appendices briefly cover search and rescue, suggestions for further reading, and a glossary of plants and animals.

A useful introduction to the park which will stimulate interest and encourage the visitor to use the park wisely and well. (New Zealand Forest Service.)

TE RANGATAHI—Book 3—Maori Language Course
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
157 p. 1978
$6.90

To Rangatahi 3 contains all chapters of the Te Rangatahi 2 except for the “Te Rama Tuna.” Exercises have been revised to comply with the new audio lingual teaching and testing in the fifth form.

This publication now completes the revised Te Rangatahi series.

TE REO RANGATIRA
By S. T. Karet
197 p. Illustrated. 1974.
$4.50

A textbook for students of the Maori language written in the “Tuhoe” dialect. Its subject is contemporary Maori life with those aspects of the Maori heritage which prevail in it. This book is intended for advanced fifth formers and the sixth and seventh forms.

TE TAUTOKO 8, HE KEI AKU RINGA
TE WHAREKURA No. 27 AND TE WHAREKURA No. 28 AND No. 29
1976
60c
45c each

Three new additions to this interesting and popular Maori reader series. (Department of Education.)

TELECOMMUNICATIONS IN NEW ZEALAND
REPORT OF THE COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION, APRIL 1977
302 p.
$4

This commission was established in June 1976 to advise on developments in telecommunications including broadcasting and other technical fields involved in modern communications.

New developments arising from the evolving technologies could have such a profound effect that matters of national economics, and social considerations would assume considerable importance.

This report will contribute to a better understanding of the place of telecommunications in New Zealand.