4076 THE NEW ZEALAND GAZETTE No. 149

GENERAL PUBLICATIONS

THE ASTRONOMICAL KNOWLEDGE OF THE MAORI
Elsdon Best
80 pp. 1986 reprint $5.95 plus $1.50 p & p
This is one of a series of monographs prepared by Elsdon Best, who spent many years in close contact with the Maoris of the Urewera, and has prepared studies based on wide knowledge and insight. This particular monograph studies the Maori systems of astrogency, astrolatry and natural astrology, plus other natural phenomena. It has been reprinted without any changes because, though first published in 1922, it still provides the student and general reader with good source material.

MAORI DIVISION OF TIME
Elsdon Best
52 pp. 1986 reprint $5.95 plus $1.50 p & p
This monograph, reprinted without revision, provides a record of the Maori division of time as well as references to other Polynesian systems. The Maori year, the months of the Maori year, and the nights of the moon are examined. The names of seasons, terms employed to denote time and miscellaneous notes are also included, making this a fascinating and comprehensive source document.

FISHING METHODS AND DEVICES OF THE MAORI
Elsdon Best
264 pp. 1986 reprint $29.95 plus $3.75 p & p
This book is one of a series of bulletins prepared by Elsdon Best and reprinted without revision. This bulletin remains the only comprehensive account of most aspects of Maori fishing. The emphasis is upon inland and estuarine techniques, as these are the techniques Best was able to observe most closely. The detailed fishing methods are accompanied by descriptions of the artifacts used, together with associated chants, magic formulae, special observances, and fishing lore. This comprehensive book provides a wealth of information for the student and general reader.

THE MAORI SCHOOL OF LEARNING
Elsdon Best
31 pp 1986 reprint $5.95 plus $1.50 p & p
This monograph, reprinted without revision, studies the objects, methods, and ceremonial side of the Whare Wananga, or Maori school of learning. It is rich in its store of material, and is indispensable for today's students.

SPIRITUAL AND MENTAL CONCEPTS OF THE MAORI
Elsdon Best
57 pp 1986 reprint $5.95 plus $1.50 p & p
This monograph, reprinted without revision, analyses the different concepts held by the Maori about the spirit and the mind. The material is very valuable and the concepts discussed in this particular monograph provide a deep insight into the social customs and beliefs of the Maori people.

HAIRDRESSING: A PROFESSIONAL APPROACH
David Bendell
352 pp 1986 $39.95 plus $3.75 p & p
This text book has been especially prepared for New Zealand hairdressing apprentices. The three major sections relate to first qualifying, second qualifying, and advanced Trade Certificate.

It contains clearly illustrated, step by step instructions, information on health and safety regulations for New Zealand conditions, plus a chapter on the history of hairdressing in New Zealand. This book will also be a good reference book for qualified hairdressers and anyone else with an interest in hair care.

THE HISTORY OF POLICING IN NEW ZEALAND
Vol 1, Policing the Colonial Frontier, Parts 1 and 2
Richard Hill
520 pp. Approximately per book. 1986.
70.00 plus $6.50 p & p
This is the first of a three volume set which traces the history of New Zealand Police from first European contact through to the present day.

The central theme of volume 1 is the growth and operation of the Police from 1767 to 1867. Social influences and the philosophy surrounding the need for a police force are examined.

The book is both a well researched, balanced historical document and a fascinating look at an important part of New Zealand history.

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CONTENTS

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ADVERTISEMENTS .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4053
APPOINTMENTS .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4022
BANKRUPTCY NOTICES .. .. .. .. .. .. 4051
LAND TRANSFER ACT: NOTICES .. .. .. .. .. 4052

MISCELLANEOUS—
Bylaws Act: Notice .. .. .. .. .. .. 4036
Berryfruit Marketing Licensing Regulations: Notice .. .. 4037
Commerce Act: Notices .. .. .. .. 4037, 4047, 4049
Corrigendum .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4021
Customs Act: Notices .. .. .. .. .. 4041, 4042
Forests Act: Notice .. .. .. .. .. .. 4031
Game Industry Board Regulations: Notice .. .. .. 4041
Heavy Motor Vehicle Regulations: Notices .. .. .. 4045
Industrial Relations Act: Notice .. .. .. .. 4042
Insurance Companies Deposits Act: Notices .. .. .. 4041
Maori Affairs Act: Notices .. .. .. .. .. 4034
Medicines Act: Notices .. .. .. .. .. 4046
Milk Act: Notices .. .. .. .. .. .. 4037
N.Z. Railways Corporation Act: Notices .. .. .. 4035
Plant Varieties Act: Notice .. .. .. .. .. 4050
Post Office Savings Bank Regulations: Notice .. .. 4036
Public Works Act: Notices .. .. .. .. .. 4024
Regulations Act: Notice .. .. .. .. .. 4047
Reserves Act: Notices .. .. .. .. .. 4031
Reserve Bank: Statement .. .. .. .. .. 4047
Reserve Bank: Summary .. .. .. .. .. 4048
Schedule of Contracts: Notices .. .. .. .. 4050
Standards Act: Notice .. .. .. .. .. 4042
Transport Act: Notices .. .. .. .. 4038, 4042, 4043

PROCLAMATIONS, ORDERS IN COUNCIL, AND WARRANTS .. 4021

BY AUTHORITY: V. R. WARD, GOVERNMENT PRINTER, WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND—1986

Price $3.20