Sydney, January 4. In connection with the inquiry by Judge Fitzhardinge into the alleged irregularities in the worlcing of tho Deeds and Search Branches of the Registrar-General’s De partment, E. C. Hopkins, one of the clerks, has been dismissed. W. W. Bucknall, another of the clerks, and G. W*. Hill, record attendant in the department, who were also called upon to show cause why they should not be dismissed, have been reinstated. Sydney, January 6. With respect to the fine imposed in Christchurch for the alleged wrongful landing at Lyttelton of the trophies won by New Zealand cyclists in Australia, the Suburban Bicycle Club and the Darling hurst Harriers combined have subscribed the amount of the fine. In cycling circles here it is thought a pity that such a graceful act should have come from the local clubs instead of from the New Zealand clubs who are interested in the matter. The New South Wales swimming team left by the Mararoa to take part in the swimming contests in Auckland. Sydney, January 8.
