Morning PostMelbourne Wednesday, 8 April 2026 Β β’Β Issue #646 |
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Good morning! Kerbside collectors in Melbourne's north have walked off the job, leaving bins full across the suburbs. We've also got news on a COVID-era housing program that's stalled badly, plus your weekly strength training question below. β Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance π° Rubbish collectors strike over pay in Melbourne's north π΅ Melbourne International Comedy Festival + 5 more events πͺ Health & Wellness: Strength Training Twice a Week Keeps Bones Strong π°οΈ On this day in 1973: Pablo Picasso, Spanish artist and co-founder of Cubism, died at age... |
Today's Melbourne Garbage collectors across northern Melbourne suburbs stopped work today over a dispute about pay and working conditions. Residents are facing full bins left on kerbsides as the industrial action continues. The strike affects multiple council areas in the region. via 9News MelbourneA program launched during COVID to speed up construction of nearly 90,000 homes has failed spectacularly, according to a former government planner. Not a single dwelling was approved within the promised timeframe, and several projects were abandoned entirely. The scheme was meant to address Melbourne's housing shortage by cutting red tape. via The Ageπ paywall |
Around Australia Recently retired rugby union player Mel Kawa has opened up about earning just $2,000 to play top-level sport, saying she often broke down in tears over the contradiction between promoting the game publicly while being paid virtually nothing. A new survey has revealed widespread pay and resource gaps for women in elite Australian sport. via ABC NewsAn Australian Army reservist accused of travelling to Ukraine to fight as a drone operator has been released on bail. The man allegedly spent months in Ukraine from May 2025 before returning to Australia in January. via SBS News |
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What's On Music & Entertainment Every Wednesday we highlight live music and entertainment around Melbourne. ComedyMelbourne Town Hall & citywide, until 19 Apr Nearly 800 shows celebrating the festival's 40th birthday across the city MusicRod Laver Arena, 13β14 May Tim and Neil Finn reunite for the first time in nearly 20 years MusicHamer Hall, 22 May The True Blue legend's final Melbourne show after 55 years and turning 80 MusicMelbourne Recital Centre, 16β19 Apr Baroque choral showcase, a highlight of the Brandenburg's 2026 season FreeThe Motley Bauhaus, Carlton, every Saturday 5pm Free weekly jazz performances at this intimate Carlton venue FreePrahran Market, every Sat & Sun 12β3pm Local bands perform while you browse the weekend market stalls Got an event to share? Let us know β |
Health & Wellness Every Wednesday we share a tip for living well. Strength Training Twice a Week Keeps Bones StrongJust two 30-minute strength training sessions per week can help prevent bone loss and reduce fracture risk by up to 15%. You can start with resistance bands, light weights, or bodyweight exercises like wall push-ups - the key is consistency rather than intensity. Source: Osteoporosis Australia π Today's Poll What type of strength training sounds more appealing to start with? Resistance bands at homeLight weights at a gymπ Yesterday's Poll Would you swap Melbourne's unpredictable weather for guaranteed sunshine? I love four seasons in one day led with 61% (51 votes) |
Daily Brainteaser 𧩠The more you take, the more you leave behind. What are they?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games βοΈ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues Β· ~3 min | 1 Across Theatre production or crisis | | 6 Across James Dean without a cause | | 7 Across Cancel a mission |
Yesterday: π§ 49 played Β Β·Β π‘ 38 played Β Β·Β βοΈ 36 played |
On This Day Anniversary of β’ Pablo Picasso, Spanish artist and co-founder of Cubism, died at age 91 in Mougins, France. (1973) β’ Advance Australia Fair was proclaimed as Australia's national anthem by Governor-General Sir Ninian Stephen. (1983) β’ World Expo 88 opened in Brisbane, attracting more than 15 million visitors over six months. (1988) β’ Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher died following a stroke at age 87. (2013) π Born on this day: British musician Julian Lennon (1963), American actress Robin Wright (1966), and English darts champion Trina Gulliver (1969). |
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One Last Smile  The neighbour's herb garden: thriving. Mine: a monument to optimism and neglect. Send this to a friend whoβd laugh |
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