and American Journal of Science, vol. 238 (1940) and two other papers now in the press. The work is being continued on sections still in hand and others that he hopes to get out shortly. He hopes to continue the research for some years. All sections and corresponding rock specimens have been deposited in the collections of the Geology Department in the University of Otago, where they have been catalogued for reference. Dr. Turner expresses his appreciation of the assistance received from the grant. On the motion of Dr. Hilgendorf the reports of the research grantees were adopted. With reference to a grant of £25 made to Dr. Cunningham in 1929, it was decided to ask Dr. Cunningham whether, in view of the fact that he had not incurred any expenses over a long period of years, the balance of his grant was likely to be required. National Art Gallery and Dominion Museum: On the motion of Professor Evans, seconded by Dr. Marshall, the following report of the representatives on the Board of Trustees was adopted:— National Art Gallery and Dominion Museum Board of Trustees. Report of Society's Representatives. The Board of Trustees has met three times during the year ending March 31, 1940. The available income has again been slightly increased, the sum of £3,234 having been contributed by Local Body Councils. A number of successful exhibitions have been held in the Museum, and a series of educational films shown in the lecture-hall has proved a great attraction to the public. In the Art Gallery the main Centennial exhibition of pictures from overseas has been very successful and promises to return a substantial profit. The educational work of the Museum has been continued, and it is proposed to appoint an educational officer in connection with the Art Gallery as soon as funds permit. P. Marshall. W. P. Evans. Tongariro National Park Board: On the motion of Dr. Marshall the following report of the representative on the Tongariro National Park Board was adopted:— Tongariro National Park. Report of Representative of the Royal Society of N.Z. on the Park Board. The Board has held two meetings during the year, and your representative visited the Park on two occasions. 1. Paths through the bush near the Chateau: Additional labels were attached to native plants which are growing near these paths. Labels are still rather far apart, but arrangements have been made for placing additional labels. 2. Borders: A few mountain plants are growing on the border which extends round the front of the Chateau. These plants flower well, and an extension of this planting is intended. Arrangements are in progress for the construction of a rock garden on the lawn in front of the Chateau. 3. Collection of mountain plants: The late Mr. T. A. Blyth had undertaken to collect plants from the upper slopes of the mountain for planting in the borders and rock gardens. Unfortunately his death in February has prevented this.