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Morning PostMelbourne Thursday, 26 March 2026 • Issue #633 |
Showers increasing, windy conditions tomorrow ☀️ UV 6.2 • 🌅 Sunset 7:23 PM |
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Good morning. Today we're looking at the ABC strike entering its second day, some fascinating research on diet and brain health as we age, and Melbourne's hospitality community coming together to honour a culinary legend. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 🌧️ 18°/14° — Showers increasing, windy conditions tomorrow 📰 ABC strike continues as workers demand better pay 🛒 Melbourne International Coffee Expo + 3 more events 💰 Money Matters: Maximise Your Super with Salary Sacrifice Before You Retire 🕰️ On this day in 1979: The Camp David Accords were signed by Egypt and Israel, formally... |
Today's Melbourne ABC strike continues as workers demand better payHundreds of ABC staff walked off the job for a 24-hour strike, forcing the broadcaster to use BBC content and repeats across TV, radio and digital. Unions are threatening more strikes if the pay and conditions dispute isn't resolved. The action has disrupted programming across the country. via ABC MelbourneMelbourne chefs unite to honour Teage Ezard's legacyThe Melbourne hospitality community is paying tribute to late chef Teage Ezard, who left a message of hope for Melbourne foodies in a letter revealed by his family. His influence on the city's dining scene continues to resonate with colleagues and food lovers alike. via The Age |
Around Australia Electric car sales surge as fuel prices soarAustralians are making a U-turn toward electric and hybrid vehicles as the US-Israel war on Iran sends oil prices soaring and raises the prospect of fuel rationing. One buyer described the switch as 'crazy not to' make. via The Guardian AustraliaQueensland stakes claim as AFL's second homeThe Sunshine State is making a serious play to be recognised as the biggest AFL state outside Victoria, with numbers backing up their passionate following of the game. via ABC News |
Around the World Meta and Google liable in social media addiction trial — A landmark verdict finds the tech giants liable for the addictive nature of their platforms after a five-week trial. via BBC World |
What's On Markets & Food Every Thursday we feature markets and food events around Melbourne. FoodMelbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, until 28 Mar One of the world's biggest coffee tradeshows with tastings, awards and the latest brewing tech FoodVarious venues across Melbourne, until 29 Mar Over 200 events including the World's Longest Lunch and free pizza and Korean chicken events MarketCecil St, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 8am–4pm Melbourne's beloved 158-year-old market for fresh produce, dim sims and weekend atmosphere MarketQueen St, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun The iconic 146-year-old Melbourne institution with the famous American doughnut van Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Money Matters Every Thursday we share a practical money tip. Maximise Your Super with Salary Sacrifice Before You RetireSource: Australian Taxation Office |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What word is always spelled incorrectly in every dictionary?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 3 steps · ~2 min LIME → MINT Change one letter at a time · Par: 3 steps |
On This Day Anniversary of • The Camp David Accords were signed by Egypt and Israel, formally ending 30 years of war. (1979) • Thirty-nine members of the Heaven's Gate cult died in a mass suicide in California. (1997) • Vladimir Putin was elected President of Russia for the first time. (2000) • The Melissa computer virus was released, infecting millions of computers worldwide. (1999) 🎂 Born on this day: American Motown singer and performer Diana Ross (1944), American actor who played Spock Leonard Nimoy (1931), and British actress and star Keira Knightley (1985). |
Brainteaser Answer
The word 'incorrectly.' |
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One Last Smile  Carlton: where every second person is either writing a novel or knows someone who is. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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