9.20 NEWS. 02/08/1987

News Summary.

The Prime Minister David Lange and Jim Bolger clashed tonight in a sometimes heated debate televised nationwide. It was the first chance for the public to directly compare the styles of the two men, in what was seen by the main parties and the pundits as an important element in the election campaign. Speakers: Jim Bolger (National Party Leader), David Lange (Labour Party Leader).

Death of pilgrims and police at Mecca.

Persian Gulf crisis.

Tornadoes in China and Canada.

Violence and peace pact in Sri Lanka.

Tonga has given former Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos a special passport.

Admiral’s Cup yacht race.

Mike Tyson is the new undisputed boxing World Heavyweight Champion.

Community Shield match and new powers to deal with football hooligans in the UK.

Weather.