Morning PostMelbourne Friday, 24 April 2026 • Issue #662 |
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Good morning. Victorian drivers will soon notice something different on the roads, while local researchers have found a way to help pugs and bulldogs breathe more easily. Plus, the Wallaroos prepare for tomorrow's clash. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Victorian plates add extra digit for first time 📍 Julius Caesar — Bell Shakespeare + 5 more events 📺 What We're Watching 🕰️ On this day in 1990: The Space Shuttle Discovery launched carrying the Hubble Space... |
Today's Melbourne Registration plates in Victoria will feature seven characters instead of six, with the inaugural batch going to auction next month. via The Age🔒 paywallA locally developed injection could ease respiratory problems in flat-faced dog breeds. The Australian treatment offers an alternative to surgery for bulldogs, pugs and similar breeds that struggle with airway obstruction. via 9News MelbourneAn official audit will examine how the US Department of Justice managed the release of sensitive files. The review follows complaints about redaction delays and accidental disclosure of victim information. via ABC Melbourne |
Around Australia The Wallaroos face New Zealand tomorrow after navigating tornado warnings during their recent American tour. via ABC NewsCourt papers reveal Ben Roberts-Smith intended to leave Australia and establish a business abroad. The 47-year-old's bail hearing documents were made public yesterday. via SBS News |
Around the World |
What’s On: Theatre & Stage 🎭 Tomorrow: ANZAC Day — Dawn services, remembrance. Respectful and solemn tone. Lest we forget. Closing soon Fairfax Studio, Arts Centre MelbourneFairfax Studio, Arts Centre Melbourne · 2026-04-23 to 2026-05-10 Shakespeare's political thriller in a 1990s Eastern European setting, starring Leon Ford and Mark Leonard Winter. Senior friendlyBooking required Merlyn Theatre, Malthouse, SouthbankMerlyn Theatre, Malthouse, Southbank · 2026-05-14 to 2026-05-23 Bloomshed's acclaimed reimagining of Austen's beloved romance brings wit and invention to Malthouse's stage. Senior friendlyBooking required Now showing Southbank Theatre, The SumnerSouthbank Theatre, The Sumner · 2026-04-27 to 2026-06-05 Tennessee Williams' haunting memory play returns after 20 years, starring Alison Whyte and Tim Draxl. Senior friendlyBooking required Princess Theatre, Spring StPrincess Theatre, Spring St · 2025-01-01 to 2026-06-30 Nine-time Tony winner from the South Park creators brings outrageous comedy to Melbourne's extended season. EveningBooking required Season tickets Regent Theatre, Collins StRegent Theatre, Collins St · 2026-06-06 to 2026-06-16 Cranko's sweeping choreography meets Prokofiev's score in this grand ballet with Orchestra Victoria accompaniment. Senior friendlyEveningBooking required 29 Jun Melbourne's annual celebration of magic and illusion returns with spectacular performances for all ages. FamilyBooking required Got an event to share? Let us know → |
What We're Watching Every Friday we recommend something worth watching this weekend. The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip WilliamsHistorical Fiction · Available at bookstores and libraries An Australian author imagines the untold story of women's words left out of the Oxford English Dictionary. Beautifully written and perfect for anyone who loves language, history, and stories about forgotten voices. Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van PeltFiction · Available at bookstores and libraries A widowed woman forms an unlikely friendship with a giant Pacific octopus while working at an aquarium. Charming, poignant, and surprisingly funny—this debut novel has captured hearts worldwide. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 You have two coins that add up to 30 cents. One of them is not a 20-cent piece. What are the coins?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia General Knowledge · 7 questions · ~2 min What is the name of the largest desert in the world? | A) Sahara Desert | | B) Antarctic Desert | | C) Arabian Desert | | D) Gobi Desert |
Yesterday: 🧠 44 played · 💡 39 played · ✏️ 37 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • The Space Shuttle Discovery launched carrying the Hubble Space Telescope into orbit. (1990) • The Eureka Hotel in Ballarat was burned down by gold miners, an event that contributed to the Eureka Stockade rebellion. (1854) • Soviet cosmonaut Vladimir Komarov became the first person to die during a space mission when Soyuz 1 crashed. (1967) • The Port Arthur massacre occurred in Tasmania when a gunman killed 35 people, leading to major gun law reforms in Australia. (1996) 🎂 Born on this day: American singer and actress Barbra Streisand (1942), American singer Kelly Clarkson (1982), and Australian rugby union player Radike Samo (1976). |
Brainteaser Answer
A 20-cent piece and a 10-cent piece. One of them isn't a 20 — but the other one is. |
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