News, sport and weather.
Main stories:
Two people were killed in England when a huge explosion wrecked a hotel where the British Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher, and several members of her cabinet were staying. They were staying in Brighton, where the Conservative Conference is being held.
Other stories:
Three people died and 18 people were injured in a collision between two trains in North-West London. Speaker: Richard Hope (Journalist).
David Lange believes the Soviet Union will resume arms talks with the United States after the American Presidential elections in November. Speakers: H. Munroe-Browne (US Ambassador), David Lange (Prime Minister).
The Minister of Forests, Koro Wetere, has reversed his decision to allow some planting work in the Tongariro State Forest, a move welcomed by locals. Speakers: Paul East (National MP), Koro Wetere (Minister of Forests), Keith Chappell (Park Promotion Committee), Graeme Dingle (Outdoor Centre), David Viles (Forest Service).
The National Party spokesman on agriculture isn’t backing his leaders suggestion that Federation Farmers should get a new president. Speakers: Sir Robert Muldoon (National Party Leader), Ian McLean (National Agriculture Spokesman).
Five men accused of the arm robbery of the Mangare Bridge Post Office will be held in custody until they reappear in court next week.
Complaints of improper behaviour by the Police will in future be investigated by an independent body, rather than the Police themselves. Speakers: Anne Hercus (Minister of Police), Dr Bob Moodie (Police Association).
The first space walk by an American woman was completed without a hitch today.
Around 20,000 people have marched to the Prime Minister’s house in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, demanding that a state of emergency be declared in the city, following recent violence and gang rapes.
A Maori deputation will leave for Melbourne tomorrow to try to defuse tension between Maori and Australian shearing gangs which has led to violence and a shooting on the weekend. Speaker: Bill Tahau (Deputation Leader).
People in the small Northland settlement of Ararua have resolved not to change their clocks when daylight savings starts in October. Speakers: Warren Fenwick, Sheree Fenwick (Farmers), Willie Evans (Farmer), Peter Russell (Farmer).
A new national airline was launched by the Minister of Tourism, Mike Moore, operated entirely by helicopters: “The Helicopter Line”. Speaker: Don Spary (Alpine Helicopters).
The bravery of a New Zealand seaman was recognised at a ceremony in Christchurch today. The Charles Upham award was given to David Douglas for his rescue efforts in the Tokelau Islands. Speaker: David Douglas (Award Winner).
A major study in the United States shows that pregnant woman who drink tend to give birth to smaller babies than those who abstain.
A report on new trends in toys in Hong Kong. Speaker: Bill Blaauw (Toy Show Chairman).
More than $30 million worth of boats and boating equipment is on show at the NZ Boat Show in Auckland this weekend. Speaker: Wally Fletcher (Sales Manager, NZ Boat Show).
New Zealand’s first Maori restaurant opens tomorrow in Christchurch, offering not only the traditional hangi but a number of other delicacies. Speakers: Estelle Ward-Ubels (Restauranteur).
New Zealand’s most prestigious architectural prize has been announced. Speaker: John Blair (Award Winner).
Sports news:
Gisborne City play Manurewa for the Chatham Cup tomorrow. Speakers: Maurice Tillotson (Manurewa Coach), Kevin Fallon (Gisborne City Coach).
A large funeral was held today in Auckland for former All Black Nicky Allen.
Tour of Southland cycling results.
The McLaren Racing Team is currently dominating the Formula One motor racing championship. It is one of the most successful teams in motor sport history even though its founder, the New Zealander Bruce McLaren, was killed fourteen years ago. Speakers: Phil Kerr (Former McLaren Team Manager), Bruce McLaren (File Footage).