Morning PostMelbourne Thursday, 7 May 2026 • Issue #675 |
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Good morning! Federation Square has pulled the pin on World Cup screenings after crowd trouble, while a new study reveals Melbourne's worst suburb for childhood asthma. Plus, your weekend market picks inside. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Melbourne suburb identified as state's asthma danger zone for kids 📍 South Melbourne Market + 5 more events 💰 Money Matters: Consolidating Your Super Accounts Could Save You Thousands 🕰️ On this day in 1945: Germany surrendered unconditionally, ending World War II in Europe. |
Today's Melbourne Children in one Melbourne area face dramatically higher hospital admission rates for asthma than anywhere else in Victoria, according to new research examining respiratory health across the state. via The Age🔒 paywallAn educator attacked his principal with a kitchen knife after learning his employment wouldn't continue. The assault occurred moments after the termination meeting at the school. via 9News MelbourneMore victims of former Order of Australia recipient Cody Schaeffer have spoken to the ABC about his actions. via ABC Melbourne |
Around Australia Every Australian bank maintains a lowest possible interest rate they'll offer. Financial experts say customers can secure these deals with proper negotiation tactics. via The Guardian AustraliaHotel reservations for next year's football tournament fall well short of projections, according to new industry data from host cities across America. via SBS News |
Around the World |
What’s On: Markets & Dining 🛒 This week: Mother's Day — Second Sunday of May in Australia. Celebrate mums. South Melbourne Market, Cecil StWed, Fri, Sat, Sun 8am–4pm Melbourne's beloved 158-year-old market with fresh produce, artisan food and weekend atmosphere. Free Upper Esplanade, St KildaEvery Sunday Seaside arts and crafts market since 1970 with local artisans selling handmade jewellery and gifts. Free Queen Victoria Market, Queen StTue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun Melbourne's iconic 146-year-old market with fresh produce, deli hall and the famous doughnut van. Free 163 Commercial Rd, South YarraTue, Thu, Fri, Sat 7am–5pm; Sun 10am–3pm Australia's oldest continuously operating market since 1864 with premium produce and cooking classes. Free Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre29 May – 31 May Major expo featuring celebrity chefs, wine tastings, cooking demonstrations and hundreds of Australian exhibitors. Queen Victoria MarketEvery Wednesday 5pm–10pm Five-week hawker-style night market with Asian street food and weekly cultural themes through May. Free Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Money Matters Every Thursday we share a practical money tip. Consolidating Your Super Accounts Could Save You ThousandsMany Australians over 50 have accumulated multiple super accounts from different employers, each charging separate fees and insurance premiums. Consolidating into one account can reduce costs significantly and make your retirement savings easier to manage. Log into myGov to see all your super accounts and consider rolling them into your preferred fund. Source: Australian Taxation Office (ATO) 📊 Today's Poll Have you consolidated your super into one fund? Yes, all in oneStill got a few📊 Yesterday's Poll Have you had a health check-up this year? Yes led with 65% (110 votes) |
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Daily Brainteaser 🧩 A doctor and a bus driver are both in love with the same woman. The bus driver had to go on a long trip for a week. Before he left, he gave the woman seven apples. Why?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 3 steps · ~2 min LONE → CURE Change one letter at a time · Par: 3 steps Yesterday: 🧠 129 played · 💡 95 played · ✏️ 77 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Germany surrendered unconditionally, ending World War II in Europe. (1945) • The Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York arrived in Melbourne to open Australia's first federal parliament. (1901) • Australia announced it would close its embassy in Somalia. (1994) • The RMS Lusitania was sunk by a German U-boat. (1915) 🎂 Born on this day: Australian Booker Prize-winning author Peter Carey (1943), American actress Traci Lords (1968), and American football legend Johnny Unitas (1933). |
Brainteaser Answer
An apple a day keeps the doctor away! He wanted to keep his rival at bay while he was gone. |
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One Last Smile  The laneway coffee queue: where strangers bond silently over shared caffeine desperation. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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