Radio commentary by Philip Liner and Hewitt Humphrey of the opening of the 2nd session of the 37th Parliament of New Zealand by Queen Elizabeth II.
Philip Liner describes the arrival of the Royal party at parliament.
Hewitt Humphrey describes the scene inside the Parliament debating chamber.
Actuality of the ceremony - trumpet fanfare.
Includes speeches by the Queen and Prime Minister Norman Kirk.
Queen Elizabeth speaks about the warm welcome, attending the Christchurch Commonwealth Games and the first "New Zealand Day" at Waitangi.
In the Speech from the Throne, the Queen outlines the Government's policies for the forthcoming year mentioning: military commitments and opposition to nuclear weapons, racism, economics, the Pacific Islands, immigration, the oil crisis, establishment of the Rural Bank, the road toll, tourism.
Environment, housing, social security, superannuation and health, drug legislation, trading in New Zealand antiquities, local government and electoral system, crime and policing. She prays for divine guidance for the MPs in these issues in these matters.
The royal party leaves the chamber and some details about the historical significance of the ceremonial aspects are given by the narrator.
Session of Parliament resumes in the House of Representatives.
Dr Michael Bassett presents a petition for a rural delivery mail service n Waitakere.
Notices of motions:
Leader of the Opposition Mr Marshall moves a motion congratulating the city of Christchurch and organisers on the outstanding success of the Commonwealth Games.
Mr Moore speaks on the Prime Minister's recent tour of South-East Asia.
Robert Muldoon speaks on consumer prices rising.
Mr Williams speaks on New Zealand dependence on imported fuel
Mr Adams-Schneider speaks on inadequate social security payments.
Mr Davies speaks on marginal seats and regional development
Mr Gander speaks on the energy situation and oil stocks
Dr Rogers expresses sympathy for Brisbane and the recent flooding
Prime Minister Norman Kirk introduces the Royal Titles Bill to amend the Queen's style and titles in New Zealand.
Leader of Opposition Jack Marshall responds mentioning the history and relevance of the title "Defender of the Faith" . The Bill is passed.