Mr. A. G. Osborne Visits

Rarotonga

MR. A. G. OSBORNE. Parliamentary Undersecretary to the Prime Min ister, of New Zealand, Mr. Fraser, arrived at Rarotonga by air on No vember 16.

He was given a civic reception by the Resident Commissioner, Mr. W. Tailby, members of the Legislative Council of the Cook Islands, Arikis, members of the Island Council of Rarotonga and the Fruit Advisory Committee.

Mr. Osborne said that the Government was anxious that he, as its representative, should be in attendance during the pro ceedings of the new Legislative Council.

During his fortnight’s stay he inspected citrus plots under the citrus replanting scheme, the schools and hospital, and had discussions with people who could advise him about the advancement of agricul tural pursuits natural to the islands.