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Public Notices Public Notices MALVERN A. AND P. SHOW SATURDAY, MARCH, 23 SHEFFIELD DOMAIN GRAND PARADE OF LIVESTOCK 2 P.M. AGRICULTURAL AND INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY DISPLAYS GHOST TRAIN, FERRIS WHEEL, SHOOTING GALLERY ETC. SAUSAGE SIZZLE AND LICENSED BOOTH RECORD ENTRIES IN GRAIN AND SEED SECTION AMPLE CAR PARKING GRAND ENTERTAINMENT FOR ALL THE FAMILY. ROYAL COMMISSION ON THE ELECTORAL SYSTEM THE ROYAL COMMISSION on the Electoral System is required to receive representations upon, inquire into and report upon the following matters: 1. Whether any changes to the law and practice governing the conduct of Parliamentary elections are necessary or desirable: 2. Whether the existing system of Parliamentary representation (whereby in respect of each electoral district the candidate with the highest number of votes is elected as the Member of Parliament for that district) should continue or whether all or a specified number of proportion of Members of Parliament should be elected under an alternative system or alternative systems, such as proportional representation or preferential voting: 3. Whether the number of Members of Parliament should be increased, and, if so, how many additional Members of Parliament there should be: 4. Whether the existing formulae and procedures for determining the number and boundaries of electoral districts should be changed, and, in particular — (a) Whether the redistribution of electoral districts should be based on total population or adult population: (b) Whether the allowance of five per cent by which the population of an electoral district may vary from the quota should be changed: (c) Whether the membership and functions of the Representation Commission and the time limits and procedures governing its functions should be changed: (d) The feasibility of some form of appeal from decisions of the Representation Commission: 5. The nature and basis of Maori representation in Parliament: 6. The term of Parliament: 7. To what extent referenda should be used to determine controversial issues, the appropriateness of provisions governing the conduct of referenda, and whether referenda should be legislatively binding: 8. Whether the present limits on election expenses are appropriate and whether any limits on such expenses should be extended to political parties and to the amount of individual or total donations candidates or parties receive and whether such expenses should be defrayed wholly or in part by State grants and the conditions, if any, which should apply to such grants: 9. Any other question relating to the electoral system which you may see fit to inquire into, investigate, and report upon: The Commission advises that those wishing to make representations or submissions to the Commission should, on or before April 30, 1985, write to the Secretary of the Commission, P.O. Box 5192, Lambton Quay, Wellington, indicating their intention to make submissions and whether they wish to be heard in support of their submissions. All parties wishing to be heard will then be advised by the Commission of a time and place at which their submissions can be heard. All parties are asked to forward their submissions in writing to the Commission on or before July 1, 1985. The hearing of submissions will commence as soon as possible thereafter. It would be helpful, but not essential, for 10 copies of each submission to be forwarded to the Commission. Submissions made by parties should be related to the specific terms of reference. The Commission wishes to hear as wide a crosssection of New Zealand public opinion as is possible. Accordingly the Commission anticipates visiting major centres of population to hear submissions. The Commission will also endeavour to meet major groups at times and places convenient for them and the Commission. For example, Maori people may prefer to meet with the Commission on a marae. The Commission proposes to hold an initial public hearing at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 6,1985, at Dalmuir House, Bth floor, 114 The Terrace, Wellington. Parties likely to have an on-going interest in the public hearings are invited to attend this initial hearing and should advise the Commission of their intention to be present at the same time as they indicate their intention to make submissions. At this hearing the Commission will consider any representations parties wish to make concerning procedures and will then indicate the procedures likely to be followed. Dated at Wellington this 13th day of March, 1985. J. W. HAUGH, Secretary. THE ROYAL COMMISSION ON THE ELECTORAL SYSTEM, P.O. Box 5192, WELLINGTON. Telephone (04) 730-944 — A 2 £ *1 MT GREY DOWNS CENTRE OFFICIAL OPENING AND FAIR SUNDAY, MARCH 24 MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC are cordially invited to attend the opening of the new dormitory complex by Mr Jim Gerard, M.P., and enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the fair. Refreshments will be available, but bring a picnic lunch. The programme commences at 12 noon. Directions: From Rangiora take Ashley Gorge Road. Cross Ashley River bridge. Turn right at “Egg-a-day,” farm. Take first left after Ashley school. Follow Marshland Road approximately 4 miles. PRIVATE DAY CARE CENTRE FOR INTELLECTUALLY HANDICAPPED 18 YEARS AND OVER TRAINED EXPERIENCED STAFF WE FEEL that there may be a need for this service in Christchurch. If you are interested and require more information please contact us in the first instance by writing to: “Press” P6l P.O. Box 1005 .. CHRISTCHURCH