Land tenure - Law and legislation

Date: 1915 - 1917

Reference: MapColl-832.11bje/1914/Acc.9672

Description: Drawn on a published map, the annotations show the boundaries of ridings. Annotation text includes: 1 - 'Res. Etc. Act. 1912 Section 14 and 2 - Ridings; Gaz. 1915, p. 3371. Res. Etc. Act. 1917, Secn 8, p. 144. On verso of map reads ' Gt. Barrier Rdgs' and glued to map is the number '3'. Base map: 'Index map of Great Barrier Island Country', Survey Office, Auckland, Oct, 1914. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Ink on paper, linen backed, part coloured, scale [1:63 360], 73 x 47.5 cm

Date: 2019

By: Parsons, Tafaoimalo Loudeen, active 2018

Reference: OHColl-1218

Description: Oral history project commissioned by Tafaoimalo Loudeen Parsons in 2019 on the Samoan indigenous conceptual meaning of land – Fanua. Comprises seven interviews by Tafaoimalo Loudeen Parsons with: Leuluaialii Asi, Taeulavao Asi, Ifopo Pafelio So’o, Miriama Filo, Taimalieutu Kiwi Tamasese, Masiofo Filifilia Tamasese, and Tui Ātua Tupua Tamasese. Also includes an interview with Tafaoimalo Loudeen Parsons by Leitumalo Parsons. Project received a NZ Oral History Award grant in 2018 from Manatū Taonga Ministry of Culture and Heritage. Title supplied by Library. Quantity: 8 Interview(s). 11 digital sound recording(s). 9 Electronic document(s). 7 colour copy photographic print(s) computer printouts.. 7 printed abstract(s). 2 folder(s). Search dates: 2019

Date: 1892-1899

Reference: qMS-1012

Description: Legal and financial documents relating to the prolonged litigation over the Horowhenua Block, involving Major Kemp, Sir Walter Buller, Warenia Hunia, the Muaupoko tribe and others. Comprises legal correspondence, accounts, receipts, press cuttings. Source of title - Supplied Quantity: 1 volume(s) (380 leaves). 0.02 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Mss, printed matter (photocopies) (34 cm; blue buckram hinged-lid box)

Date: 1988-2000

From: Pacific Manuscripts Bureau : Records of the Pacific Area

Reference: Micro-MS-Coll-08-1274

Description: Comprises correspondence 1989-1999; subject files; papers re constitution of Fiji; filing systems; National Federation Party and elections; speeches; Agricultural Landlord and Tenant Act; women's issues; printed material Source of title - Transcribed from item Quantity: 18 microfilm reel(s). Finding Aids: See http://rspas.anu.edu/pambu/finals/searchlong.php. Provenance: Donor/Lender/Vendor - Purchase, PMB, 2009

Date: 1872-1874

By: Donald, W A, active 1872-1874

Reference: MS-Papers-0299

Description: Letters from W A Donald, Waimea Plains Run, Southland, to an uncle in India discussing lambing and shearing, and enclosing copies of stock and wool sale documents. Mention of South Provincial land acts, railway construction and immigration. Quantity: 1 folder(s) (9 pieces). 0.01 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Mss

Date: 1834-1860

By: Tizard, William Henry, 1796-1860

Reference: MS-Papers-2458

Description: Transcripts of documents relating to the establishment of government in South Australia, 1834-1836, the Falkland Islands, 1842, and matters relating to New Zealand, particularly the land regulations. Newspaper cuttings including letter to James Busby from Tizard (`A Looker On') 6 Nov 1857 and other items, accompanied by index to 41 entries Quantity: 1 folder(s) (1 volume, 87 pages). 0.01 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Holographs and printed matter

Date: 1950 - 1960

By: Rayward & Gilkison (Firm)

Reference: MapColl-832.47gbbd/[ca.1955]/Acc.14545

Description: Cadastral map with survey markings, showing the subdivision of Lots 39 and 40 (DP 6644) and Lot 6 (DP10257), which are part of section 97, Bayview Road, Golden Gate, Porirua District. The subdivision covers an area totalling 2 reams, 0.57 perches. Topographical contours are shown, and a house is indicated. Stamped (indecipherable). Other Titles - Exemption from section 3 (1) of the land subdivision in Counties Act 1946, being subdivision of Lots 39 & 40 Deposited Plan 6644 & Lot 6 Deposited Plan 10257, being Part section 97, Porirua District, Block VII, Paekakariki Survey District, Wellington Land District, Hutt County [copy of ms map]. Prepared by Rayward & Gilkison, registered surveyors. [ca.1955]. Other Titles - 7 Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Diazo photoprint, scale indeterminable, 46.7 x 47.3 cm.

Date: 1844-1988, 1988

By: New Zealand. Crown Law Office

Reference: 90-007

Description: Set of briefs of evidence presented by witnesses for the Crown relating to the Ngai Tahu land claim before the Waitangi Tribunal (WAI-27). Source of title - Supplied Quantity: 7 box(es). 2 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Typescript Finding Aids: Preliminary listing available. Processing information: Not all boxes yet described.

Date: 14 Dec 1982

From: Interviews about Rotorua by Don Stafford

By: Empen, Joe, active 1917-1982

Reference: OHInt-0470/10

Description: Joe Empen began working for the Maori Affairs Department in 1917. Mentions the Registrar at that time was Henry Seymour King and James Wakelin Brown was the Judge. Discusses the case relating to the beds of the Rotorua Lakes, the renting of them and the formation of the Arawa Trust Board. Comments that the Hansard reporters brought in were unable to cope with the Maori names and the whole of the case was transcribed by Mary O'Brian. Recalls the effect of the 1918 flu epidemic on local Maori including the deaths of Judge Thomas Henry Wilson and Tiari Waaka (Charlie Walker). Mentions the tangi of Morehu Kirikau. Talks about the Peerless dance hall, the rowing club, a cricket match and players including New Zealand representative Rupert de Renzie (Renzy) Worker. Discusses fishing and a boat shared by Mary O'Brian, Rangi Royal, Jack Morgan and others. Notes the Waiariki District Maori Land Court and Waiariki District Maori Land Board were amalgamated into the former body. Describes how there were Maori communities at Awahou, Ohinemutu, Whakarewarewa, Te Ngae and Mourea. Mentions Duncan William Steele who leased a lot of Maori land. Mentions the Pukeroa Oruawhata township case. Discusses the impact of Apirana Ngata of the Ward government in consolidating all North Island land titles in 1928. Notes that names were submitted for tribal ownership and titles examined but the shares within that ownership were determined later by the parties themselves. Talks about field officers Billy Cooper, Arthur Power and Maurice Bell. Mentions the Ruatoki consolidation scheme, the Whanau Apanui consolidation and the development of the Horohoro and Whakapoungakau block. Recalls the hard work of both Ngata and his contemporaries Maui Pomare, Peter Buck and Dr Ned Ellison. Mentions Hone Atutahi, interpreter Jane Foley and Kepa Ehau. Interviewer(s) - Don Stafford Quantity: 1 C60 cassette(s). 1 transcript(s). 1 interview(s). Finding Aids: Abstract Available - transcript(s) available OHA-2858.

Date: 1911-1931

From: Ormsby family : Papers

By: Stokes, Evelyn May (Dame), 1930-2005

Reference: MS-Papers-6889-1

Description: Contains the minutes of a hui held by Ngati Maniapoto on 9 September 1911 about the future development of Maori and their place in New Zealand; it also includes an article from Te Pipiwharauroa on the hui; also includes Native Land Acts and Amendments (1912) which may have been an article submitted to Tu Mai; also includes a typed copy of the 1911 hui minutes. Accompanying material - Includes partial transcription of MSY-5005 excluding pages 45-52 Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss, typescripts and printed matter

Date: 1993

From: Nisbet, Alistair, 1958- :Cartoons entered in the 1993 Qantas Media Awards

Reference: J-027-003

Description: Shows a Maori man, who has his arms crossed and a bone carving around his neck, looking at a bottle of beer. The label on the neck of the bottle has the words `Our Beer' which is crossed out. Another label on the bottle shows the same Maori man and the words `My Beer. My Land... My Fish...' Refers to Maori claims over land and fishing rights. Quantity: 1 cartoon bromide(s). Finding Aids: Photocopies available in Pictorial Reference Service..

Date: 1867-2003

By: Phillips, Hilda, 1922-2006

Reference: 2002-339

Description: Papers, letters, submissions, articles, speech notes, printed matter, newspaper cuttings and other material relating to research on race-related laws and race relations in New Zealand Quantity: 10 box(es). 2.50 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Mss, typescripts and printed matter (some photocopies)

Date: 1877-1881

From: Mantell family : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-0083-148A

Description: Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1976-1983

By: Phillips, Hilda, 1922-2006

Reference: MS-Papers-1692

Description: Reflect concern with Maori land question and race relations. Include typescripts for published articles, correspondence with Chief Ombudsman, Race Relations Conciliator, New Zealand Law Society and New Zealand Press Council. Includes articles published the NZ Listener, Feb and Apr 1976, explaining meaning of Maori land and history of legislation governing it Source of title - Supplied Quantity: 3 folder(s). 0.03 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Mss, typescripts and printed matter (some photocopies)

Date: 1992

From: Clark, Laurence [Klarc], 1949- :New Zealand Herald cartoon bromides, 7 May - 10 June, 1992

Reference: H-007-016

Description: Shows a sign reading 'Land Mine' in a field. Refers to the souring of race relations caused by Maori land claims Quantity: 1 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: Bromide photograph

Date: 1868

By: Busby, James, 1802-1871

Reference: MS-0426

Description: Includes 12 pages of accounts; covers trip to Wellington re land claims and return to Auckland. Entries particularly full on rejection of claims in October Quantity: 1 volume(s) (118 pages). Physical Description: Holograph (17 cm; ¼ green morocco, green boards)

Date: 1883

By: Fenton, Francis Dart, 1828-1898

Reference: MS-Papers-1307

Description: Comprises opinion re government proclamations and the Government Land Purchase Act (1877) signed by Fenton and I Russell (1883); and note beginning `I as chief Judge under the empowering...' Source of title - Supplied Quantity: 1 folder(s) (2 pieces). 0.01 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Mss Processing information: The proclamation was removed from `History and policy of the native land laws of New Zealand from 1840 to 1886' by P S McLean; the note was removed from `General rules of Native Land Court' (NZ Gazette No 114, 2 Dec 1880)

Date: 19--

From: Bell family: Collection

Reference: MS-Papers-5210-172

Description: Undated draft of memo re the Native Land Acts Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1863 - 1900

By: Wrigglesworth, James Dacie, 1836-1906

Reference: PA2-1949

Description: Inscriptions: Verso - The Hon. William Rolleston. Native Minister and Minster for Lands Quantity: 1 b&w original photographic print(s).

Date: 1899

By: Kennedy, Arthur Angus, 1866-1931; New Zealand. General Assembly Library

Reference: MapColl-832.3gmfs/1899/Acc.25388

Description: Manuscript map of the Borough of Napier as at 1899 including the Tutae o Mahu Block and the Pukeroa Block, Tareha's [Maori] Reserve, Tareha's bridge, the Tutaekuri River, mud flats and the Napier-Taradale Road. The Spit Railway Station and the Napier Railway Station are shown. Land edged in red is the land described in the third schedule to the Napier Harbour Board Amendment and Endowment Improvement Act of 1897 and refered to in the Bill. Land edged in green is land described in the fourth schedule to the Act of 1887 and referred to in the bill. The land coloured yellow is the land described in the schedule to the above bill. Accompanying note is a three page document regarding the Bill. Stamped 'General Assembly Library'. 'Approved Eric L Gold Smith, 27.6.99'. Signed 'Arthur A Kennedy, Authorised Surveyor Napier.' Signature 'S Mathias, Clerk of Board of Napier July 1899', and annotated note certifying the plan's deposit with the Bill. Quantity: 1 manuscript map(s). 1 accompanying note. Physical Description: Ink and watercolour on dressed linen, 42 x 31 cm.