Morning PostMelbourne Friday, 17 April 2026 • Issue #655 |
A shower or two likely today ☀️ UV 4.4 • 🌅 Sunset 5:51 PM |
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Good morning! A bottle shop's security shutter has sparked a council standoff, while bin collection changes have divided a Melbourne community. Plus, we're asking about your favourite old-school Melbourne shops. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Security shutter sparks council clash with Oakleigh retailer 📍 West Gate — Melbourne Theatre Company + 5 more events 📺 What We're Watching 🕰️ On this day in 1983: Bob Hawke led the Australian Labor Party to a landslide victory in... |
Today's Melbourne An Oakleigh bottle shop faces an order to tear down its security shutter, installed following a break-in two years back. The owner worries removing it will leave the store vulnerable to future burglaries. via The Age🔒 paywallResidents are split over a council proposal to collect household rubbish fortnightly instead of weekly. Some welcome the environmental shift, while others fear hygiene issues. via 9News MelbourneA 10-day ceasefire has been agreed, though Israeli forces will stay put on Lebanese soil, meaning key Hezbollah demands remain unmet. via ABC Melbourne |
Around Australia A company endorsed by the league has withdrawn its concussion protection advertising. The AFL now faces a consumer watchdog complaint over the product. via ABC NewsThe fire at one of Australia's two remaining oil refineries burned for 13 hours. Fuel supply concerns persist as damage assessments continue. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World |
What's On TheatreSouthbank Theatre, until 18 Apr Powerful world premiere drama revisiting Australia's worst industrial disaster from 1970. MusicMelbourne Recital Centre, until 19 Apr Baroque choral masterworks performed by one of Australia's finest period orchestras. ExhibitionMelbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, until 19 Apr Iconic cars, 60+ helmets, racing simulator and 100+ driver interviews across seven immersive rooms. ComedyCitywide, until 19 Apr The world's largest comedy festival turns 40 with nearly 800 shows across four weeks. MusicRod Laver Arena, 13-14 May Finn brothers reunite for first time in nearly 20 years celebrating 50 years since Mental Notes. SportYarra Bend Park to St Kilda, 17 May Challenge yourself with a 35km fundraising walk from Yarra Bend to St Kilda Sea Baths. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
What We're Watching Every Friday we recommend something worth watching this weekend. The NewsreaderDrama Series · ABC iview Set in a 1980s Melbourne TV newsroom, this addictive series captures the era's big hair, shoulder pads, and breaking news culture. Anna Torv and Sam Reid deliver career-best performances in this love letter to Australian journalism. Lessons in ChemistryLimited Series · Apple TV+ Brie Larson shines as a 1960s chemist who becomes an unlikely cooking show host, challenging societal expectations along the way. A warmhearted story about science, feminism, and finding your voice. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 A woman has seven daughters, and each daughter has a brother. How many children does she have?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games ✏️ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues · ~3 min | 1 Across Lettuce and tomato dish | | 6 Across Conscious or informed | | 7 Across Tag or sticker |
Yesterday: 🧠 53 played · 💡 44 played · ✏️ 41 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Bob Hawke led the Australian Labor Party to a landslide victory in the federal election, beginning his term as Prime Minister. (1983) • The Ford Mustang was officially launched at the New York World's Fair. (1964) • The Canadian Constitution was patriated from Britain under Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau. (1982) • The Khmer Rouge captured Phnom Penh, beginning their brutal regime in Cambodia. (1975) 🎂 Born on this day: South Australian Premier, reformer Don Dunstan (1926), British-Argentine actress Olivia Hussey (1951), and American actress Jennifer Garner (1972). |
Brainteaser Answer
Eight — seven daughters and one son (they all share the same brother). |
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One Last Smile  The afternoon walk always gets earlier when daylight saving ends. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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