National Radio, 20.03.03.
03/58/01 3.40pm - 4pm.
Recording begins soon after an address by the United States president George W Bush confirming that American and British troops have begun military action against Iraq. In a Checkpoint Special, presenter Mary Wilson talks to:
Correspondent in Canberra, Kerry Anne Walshe, speaking about what's happening there, in light of the Australian troops involved.
International affairs expert & former NZ ambassador to the UN, Terence O'Brien.
06'40" Cross to parliament for statement by the prime minister, Helen Clark, who expresses "profound regret" that the UN weapons inspection and disarmament was not allowed to run its course. ENDS 09'15"
CNN correspondent in Baghdad Nic Robertson gave the first indication that the attack had begun. His report of hearing air raid sirens and anti-aircraft guns (heard in the background) is replayed.
Further discussion with Terence O'Brien on what will happen after the war.
15'20" BBC producer in Kuwait City, Caroline Elton talks about reaction there.
Chronological review of lead-up to the war on Iraq (Montage of newsmakers).
03/58/02
4pm News, including 30" cut of President Bush's address. (No other news topic). 04'20" Checkpoint Special continues - interviews with Washington correspondent Steve Mort;
07'45" Helen Clark ENDS 12'10"; Jordan correspondent Simon Marks; BBC correspondent in Baghdad, Rageh Omar; BBC defence correspondent Paul Adams (on the weaponry used).
Terence O'Brien again. Wrap of main events before end of the Checkpoint Special 29'15".
Normal programming resumes - In Touch with NZ with Wayne Mowat.