1Statistics released today show that nationally, reported crime rose by only half a percent, but in Manukau it rose by almost 20%. (Technical fault means clip cannot be played).

2Over 1000 leaflets containing suppressed information about the Louise Nicholas rape trial have been distributed in Wellington. (Technical fault means clip cannot be played).

3NZ has its first Asian Governor General.

4A new report shows that there has been dismal progress for women in reaching the top levels of management in out top 100 companies. Although we have a few high-flying women at the top, NZ appears to be lagging behind internationally.

5Tens of thousands of pilgrims have gathered at the Vatican to mark the first anniversary of the death of Pope John Paul II.

6The US Secretary of State and British Foreign Secretary have made a surprise visit to Iraq to put pressure on officials to form a government.

7Other news.

8Some of NZ's most scenic lakes are being slowly killed by toxic sewerage.

9There is a growing campaign to get the backing for an eighth Maori seat in Parliament by encouraging Maori onto the Maori electoral roll.

10A special photographic exhibition of the Queen and her family has gone on display at Windsor Castle to mark the monarch's 80th birthday.

11Rick Ellis has ben named as Ian Fraser's successor at TVNZ.

12The Health Ministry is investigating whether Russell Crowe was smoking during his concert in non-smoking venues.

13Other news.

14Iran has announced it has successfully tested a high-speed underwater missile.

15Other news.