1Riot police used water cannons and tear gas to break up violent anti-nuclear demonstrations in West Germany in which dozens of people were injured or arrested.

2It seems increasingly likely that Commonwealth nations will impose economic sanctions against the South African Government for their policy of apartheid. The Special Commonwealth Committee, trying to initiate peaceful dialogue between rival factions in South Africa, says there has been an "irretrievable breakdown in communications".

3New South Wales Premier Neville Wran has announced his plan to retire from politics.

4The reputation of New Zealand's World War Two soldiers as being among the best in the world is being challenged by a soon-to-be published book.

5Cavaliers Captain Andy Dalton flew into Auckland tonight to a noisy reception from anti-apartheid protesters.