Morning PostMelbourne Friday, 1 May 2026 • Issue #669 |
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Happy Friday, Melbourne. Victoria faces a massive energy bill to power new data centres, while a task force tackles the troubling wave of attacks on hospitality venues. Plus, your last chance for Julius Caesar this weekend. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Victoria's grid needs $16B boost for data boom 📍 Julius Caesar — Bell Shakespeare + 5 more events 🕰️ On this day in 1851: The colony of Victoria officially separated from New South Wales. |
Today's Melbourne Melbourne's expanding data centre industry will require enormous upgrades to the state's electricity network, with power consumption forecast to double in some areas. via The Age🔒 paywallPolice have established a dedicated investigation unit following another shooting, this time at a South Melbourne establishment. The team will examine dozens of recent firebombings and shootings targeting venues citywide. via 9News MelbourneBeijing has cushioned itself against supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz through a carefully designed dual-track approach to securing energy imports, according to analysts. via ABC Melbourne |
Around Australia The Blues overturned a likely Queensland victory in Newcastle through two crucial moments that shifted momentum in the series opener. via ABC NewsAll 14 recommendations from the interim antisemitism report will be enacted, with Jewish organisations encouraging people to share their experiences. via SBS News |
Around the World |
What’s On: Theatre & Stage 🎭 Fairfax Studio, Arts Centre Melbourne23 Apr – 10 May Bell Shakespeare's gripping political thriller set in 1990s Eastern Europe, starring Leon Ford and Mark Leonard Winter. 10 May An intimate chamber performance exploring reflective musical journeys through masterful string and piano repertoire. Southbank Theatre, The Sumner27 Apr – 5 Jun Tennessee Williams' haunting family drama with Alison Whyte, returning to MTC after twenty years. Merlyn Theatre, Malthouse, Southbank14 May – 23 May Bloomshed's witty and inventive reimagining of Jane Austen's beloved romance and social satire. Regent Theatre, Collins St6 Jun – 16 Jun John Cranko's sweeping choreography set to Prokofiev's score, performed with Orchestra Victoria. 19 Jul Nine-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy from the creators of South Park, now booking ahead. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
What We're Watching Every Friday we recommend something worth watching this weekend. Check back next week for more. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 I have 13 hearts but no lungs or stomach. What am I?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 3 steps · ~2 min MELT → BOLD Change one letter at a time · Par: 3 steps Yesterday: 🧠 71 played · 💡 54 played · ✏️ 59 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • The colony of Victoria officially separated from New South Wales. (1851) • Australian forces liberated Tarakan in Borneo during World War II. (1945) • The Empire State Building opened in New York City. (1931) • Fidel Castro declared Cuba a socialist state. (1961) 🎂 Born on this day: Australian tennis champion Mark Philippoussis (1976), Australian actress and singer Danielle Spencer (1969), and American country music star Tim McGraw (1967). |
Brainteaser Answer
A deck of cards. |
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