Morning PostMelbourne Friday, 3 April 2026 Β β’Β Issue #641 |
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Happy Good Friday. Whether you're staying close to home or venturing out with the grandkids this long weekend, we've got Cate Blanchett on family chaos, some brawling news from Werribee, and plenty of Easter activities to keep everyone entertained. β Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance π° Cate Blanchett on why her life is 'barely controlled chaos' πͺ Kids Day Out β Good Friday Appeal + 5 more events πΊ What We're Watching π°οΈ On this day in 1973: Martin Cooper made the first handheld mobile phone call in New York... |
Today's Melbourne Cate Blanchett on why her life is 'barely controlled chaos'Our Cate opens up about the complexities of family life in a new interview tied to Jim Jarmusch's Golden Lion-winner, Father Mother Sister Brother. She stars alongside Adam Driver and Tom Waits in what sounds like a film that captures the beautiful mess of family dynamics. via ABC MelbourneShoppers scramble as youths brawl at Melbourne retail plazaMore than 50 young people were involved in a violent brawl at Pacific Werribee yesterday, with vision showing groups of girls throwing punches while shoppers fled. It's a confronting reminder of safety concerns at some of our major shopping centres. via 9News MelbourneBlock landscaper's legal fight with wealthy Smorgon dynastyA familiar face from The Block is pushing back against claims he owes a substantial loan to the family of a billionaire heiress. The TV landscaper's lawyers say the allegations don't stack up. via The Ageπ paywall |
Around Australia Matildas players join Japan criticising 'inequality' in prize moneyFierce rivals on the pitch have united off it, with Matildas and Japanese players slamming the Asian Football Confederation's prize money for the Women's Asian Cup as grossly unequal. It's a rare show of solidarity across borders. via ABC NewsFish and chips in a fuel crisis: how far could prices soar?The classic Aussie meal could get a lot more expensive as fuel and fertiliser costs climb. Business owners warn they can't absorb rising costs from farmers, fishers and transport indefinitely. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World Macron criticises Trump approach to Iran war β The French president took a jab at Trump's sometimes contradictory stance, urging the US to 'be serious' and not 'speak every day' on the conflict. via BBC World |
What's On Family & Grandkids Every Friday we share family-friendly outings around Melbourne. FreeMelbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, until 3 Apr Free family festival with carnival rides, inflatables and face painting for the Royal Children's Hospital. FamilyMelbourne Zoo, Royal Park, until 12 Jul Lifelike animatronic dinosaurs along immersive trails β kids under 16 free on weekends and holidays. ExhibitionScienceworks, Spotswood, until 26 Jan 2027 Mind-bending exploration of how we see colour, plus Lightning Room and Planetarium favourites. ExhibitionMelbourne Museum, Carlton Gardens, until 25 Oct Melbourne-exclusive with 150+ objects from the Roman Imperial period β kids under 16 free. FreeRoyal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, until 31 Dec Paddle in the rill, explore bamboo forest and nature crafts during school holidays. Family18 St Heliers St, Abbotsford, until 31 Dec Meet friendly farm animals and explore heritage gardens just 4km from the CBD. Got an event to share? Let us know β |
What We're Watching Every Friday we recommend something worth watching this weekend. CompassDocumentary Β· ABC iview This long-running documentary series explores faith, ethics, and spirituality across different cultures and communities in Australia and beyond. Each episode offers thoughtful insights into how people find meaning and purpose in their lives, presented with respect and genuine curiosity. All Creatures Great and SmallDrama Β· Binge Based on James Herriot's beloved memoirs, this charming series follows a young veterinarian in 1930s Yorkshire as he learns his trade among the dales. The show perfectly captures the warmth, humour, and gentle wisdom of the original books, offering comfort viewing at its finest. π Today's Poll Do you prefer watching programmes that make you think deeply or ones that provide gentle comfort? Make me think deeplyProvide gentle comfortπ Yesterday's Poll Do you know what pension supplements you're currently receiving? No, I should look into this led with 93% |
Daily Brainteaser 𧩠What can you hold in your right hand but never in your left hand?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games π§ Today's Featured Game Trivia General Knowledge Β· 7 questions Β· ~2 min What is the name of the world's longest river that flows through Egypt? | A) The Amazon | | B) The Nile | | C) The Yangtze | | D) The Mississippi |
Yesterday: π§ 38 played Β Β·Β π‘ 35 played Β Β·Β βοΈ 53 played |
On This Day Anniversary of β’ Martin Cooper made the first handheld mobile phone call in New York City. (1973) β’ Theodore Kaczynski, the Unabomber, was arrested at his cabin in Montana. (1996) β’ US President Truman signed the Marshall Plan, providing aid to rebuild Europe. (1948) β’ The Pony Express mail service began its first run from Missouri to California. (1860) π Born on this day: American comedian and actor Eddie Murphy (1961) and American actor Alec Baldwin (1958). |
Brainteaser Answer
Your left elbow. |
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