to take place has not transpired - further than that it should be immediately after they receive intelligence of W. Kingis defeat in his stronghold. Great efforts are being made by the Waikatos to induce the natives to rise en masse throughout the Island. Several tribes are in favor of a simultaneous insurrection; others have not entertained the project; while some are wavering. Upon the whole it is evident that some of the powerful tribes are preparing for a general struggle to maintain their nationality and independence; and it is probable that immediately after their wheat is harvested they will select the weakest and least defensible points for carrying their designs into effect. They have spies in Auckland to keep them advised of the number of troops stationed here, and advantage is to be taken of a time when the force is reduced in numbers to make a night attack upon the Town. This points to the necessity of such precautionary measures being taken as Your Excellency may deem advisable; and explicidly that a sufficient garrison should be maintained at Auckland. I have, etc. Sd. Donald McLean, Native Secretary. To: His Excellency Col. T. G. Browne, C.B. Gov. of N. Z.