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Saturday, 2 May 2026  •  Issue #670

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Good morning! The Prime Minister reflects on America's new global role as Melbourne grapples with rising crime concerns. Plus, discover guided walks through our botanic gardens this weekend.

— Nathan, Editor

At a Glance

📰 Prime Minister addresses US shift under Trump presidency

📍 Free Guided Garden Walks + 5 more events

🍳 Recipe of the Week: Asian-Style Pork Mince Lettuce Cups

🕰️ On this day in 1945: Australian troops captured Wewak in New Guinea from Japanese forces.

Today's Melbourne

Prime Minister addresses US shift under Trump presidency

Anthony Albanese acknowledges America has adopted a different global stance, requiring Australia and its partners to rethink their approach to emerging conflicts. He spoke on his second-term anniversary.

via ABC Melbourne

Call for action plan to tackle Melbourne's crime surge

Victorian authorities face pressure to develop a comprehensive response as criminal incidents become disturbingly frequent. Community leaders warn against accepting violence as routine.

via The Age🔒 paywall

Man faces court over alleged paramedic attack

An accused will stay in custody after appearing before magistrates charged with attempting to murder an emergency worker on duty.

via 9News Melbourne

Around Australia

Adelaide steals showdown with last-minute heroics

The Crows snatched a dramatic one-point win over Port Adelaide after two final-minute goals, while Fremantle defeated the Bulldogs.

via ABC News

Families of detained Australians seek government help

Relatives plead for assistance after Israel intercepted a flotilla near Crete, detaining approximately 175 activists including Australians.

via SBS News

Around the World

Trump claims ceasefire eliminates need for Congress approval — The president argues hostilities with Iran have ended, bypassing congressional authorisation requirements.

via BBC World

Marathon champion receives triumphant homecoming in Kenya — Sabastian Sawe celebrated with family in Eldoret after becoming first to officially break two-hour marathon barrier.

via The Guardian World

What’s On: Weekends Out 🌲

Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne

Free Guided Garden Walks

Every day except Mondays

Expert-led tours revealing plant stories and design secrets through Melbourne's iconic botanic gardens.

Free

Free Australian Garden Walk

01 January 2025 - 31 December 2026

Discover native flora and landscape design at Cranbourne Gardens on this complimentary guided walk.

Free

Forest Therapy at Cranbourne Gardens

15 March - 29 November 2026

Japanese Shinrin-yoku forest bathing sessions in the peaceful Australian Garden, 45 minutes from Melbourne.

Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne

Punting on the Lake

1 Jan 2025 – 31 May

Glide around the Ornamental Lake in an elegant wooden punt with a professional guide.

Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne

Botanical Art Classes

21 Apr – 30 Jun

Watercolour and pencil classes for all skill levels, taught by practising botanical artists.

Flora Australis

19 April - 19 May 2026

Explore Australian native plants and landscapes in this limited-season showcase at Cranbourne Gardens.

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Recipe of the Week

Every Saturday we share a recipe worth trying.

Asian-Style Pork Mince Lettuce Cups

Serves 4 · 25 minutes

These light, flavourful lettuce cups make a refreshing change from heavier meals and come together in less than 30 minutes. They're interactive, fun to eat, and packed with delicious Asian flavours you'll find in your local supermarket.

500g pork mince, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 brown onion, finely diced, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp hoisin sauce, 1 red capsicum, finely diced, 1 cup frozen corn kernels, 4 spring onions, sliced, 1/4 cup water chestnuts, drained and chopped, 2 iceberg lettuces, leaves separated, Fresh coriander and lime wedges to serve

Method

1. Heat oil in a large wok or frying pan over high heat. Add pork mince and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, for 5 minutes until browned.

2. Add onion, garlic and ginger, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant. Add capsicum and corn, stir-frying for another 3 minutes.

3. Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce and hoisin sauce. Add water chestnuts and half the spring onions, tossing for 2 minutes until heated through and well combined.

4. To serve, spoon warm pork mixture into lettuce cups. Top with remaining spring onions, coriander leaves and a squeeze of lime. Let everyone build their own at the table for a fun, casual meal.

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On This Day

Anniversary of

• Australian troops captured Wewak in New Guinea from Japanese forces. (1945)

• Australia's first legal casino opened in Hobart, Tasmania. (1988)

• Soviet forces announced the fall of Berlin. (1945)

• US Navy SEALs killed Osama bin Laden in Pakistan. (2011)

🎂 Born on this day: Australian singer and actress Christine Anu (1970), English football legend David Beckham (1975), and American actor and wrestler Dwayne Johnson (1972).

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