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Reserves and other, Lands Disposal Bill (Amendments proposed by His Excellency the Governor-General). I have the honour to report that the Lands Committee has carefully considered the above-mentioned proposed amendments, and recommends that, in so far as the proposed new clauses are concerned, they be allowed to proceed, with the amendment as shown on a copy attached hereto. 4th October, 1928.

Final Report. I have the honour to report that the Lands Committee, consisting of ten members, has held fifteen meetings during the session, and the average attendance of members at these meetings has been seven members per meeting. Including one held over from last session, the Committee had referred to it sixteen petitions. All of these were duly considered and reported on. Twenty-five Bills were referred to the Committee, and all of these were considered and reported upon.

9th October. 1928.

F. F. Hookly, Chairman.

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