he finished up by saying "he kai pakeke te Pihiketi". This can only be interpreted into a threat. After leaving Tauranga Aporo's party went to Rotorua. The Ngatiwhekane questioned them on the purport of their journey which resulted in their being sent back - I hope this will satisfy you that there is no alteration in the feeling of that tribe to the Government - I am sorry to tell you that I am afraid that the Ngatihaua and Taua amongst the rest have