Communication problems exist between forward and rear command posts. Troops from the 5th and 18th Divisions are seen along the plantation roads. They board motor launches and landing craft on the Skudia, Danga and Malayu rivers and move towards the Singapore shoreline. An Australian observation post on the Lim Chu Kang Road reports sounds of approaching motor craft. Several Japanese barges are sunk by the Australians.
Japanese craft move through the defence lines.
The Australians are forced to withdraw. To the west, Japanese forces drive back the frontline of defence. North of the Berih River, Japanese troops are seen moving towards the Tengah Airfield. HMAS Hobart joins the escort of the Emu through the Sundra Strait. HMAS Hobart joins the escort of the Emu through the Sundra Strait.