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Morning PostMelbourne Wednesday, 25 March 2026 • Issue #632 |
Showers with storms developing, cooler tomorrow ☀️ UV 6.8 • 🌅 Sunset 7:25 PM |
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Good morning! Today we're celebrating adorable new lion cubs at Werribee Zoo, tracking down some cheeky chicken thieves, and looking ahead to Bernard Fanning's special anniversary show this Friday. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance ⛈️ 26°/18° — Showers with storms developing, cooler tomorrow 📰 Werribee Zoo welcomes lion cubs 🎵 Melbourne International Comedy Festival + 4 more events 💪 Health & Wellness: Small Steps Add Up to Big Health Benefits 🕰️ On this day in 1957: The Treaty of Rome was signed, establishing the European Economic... |
Today's Melbourne Werribee Zoo welcomes lion cubsThree African lion cubs were born to parents Asali and Sheru on Valentine's Day at Werribee Open Range Zoo. The cubs are the latest additions to the zoo's conservation efforts for the vulnerable species. It's a heartwarming story for anyone planning a family outing this school holiday season. via The AgeStolen chickens returned to Melbourne schoolStudents at Cheltenham's Le Page Primary School arrived this morning to find their beloved Silkie chickens — Ham, Cheese and Crackers — missing from their coop. Thankfully, the trio has now been returned after the heartless theft made headlines. via 9News MelbourneAustralia's first Cake Picnic arrives in MelbourneOver 1,600 cakes were artfully presented and happily devoured as the global phenomenon made its Australian debut in Melbourne. The event saw cake enthusiasts gather to share their creations in what organisers are calling a deliciously sweet success. via The Guardian Melbourne |
Around Australia Australia signs $10 billion EU trade dealThe historic free trade agreement has been eight years in the making, though meat exporters say they've been "profoundly let down" by the terms. The government is hailing it as a win-win for Australian businesses and consumers. via SBS NewsPoll finds only 25% support US-Israel war on IranA new Guardian Essential poll reveals Australians are more interested in forging closer ties with middle powers like Canada and Japan than supporting the current conflict in the Middle East. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World Russia launches largest drone attack on Ukraine — Russia fired 948 drones at Ukraine over a 24-hour period, hitting cities across the west with residential buildings damaged and many injured. via BBC World Second set of mountain gorilla twins born in Congo — Conservationists are celebrating an 'extraordinary event' with the second twin birth in just two months at Virunga National Park in the DRC. via The Guardian World |
What's On Music & Entertainment Every Wednesday we highlight live music and entertainment around Melbourne. ComedyMelbourne Town Hall, citywide, until 19 Apr The world's largest comedy festival turns 40 with nearly 800 shows across Melbourne. MusicPalais Theatre, St Kilda, Friday 27 Mar Former Powderfinger frontman performs his ARIA Album of the Year in full this Friday. Music6 Goldie Place, Melbourne CBD, Wed-Sat evenings Intimate underground club showcasing Melbourne's finest jazz artists in 1930s French atmosphere. MusicRod Laver Arena, 13-14 May The Finn brothers reunite for first time in 20 years celebrating 50 years since Mental Notes. MusicHamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne, 22 May True Blue legend's final show after 55 years — one night only as he turns 80. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Health & Wellness Every Wednesday we share a tip for living well. Small Steps Add Up to Big Health BenefitsAustralian research shows that breaking up your day with just 2-3 minute walks every hour can significantly improve blood sugar levels and reduce joint stiffness. You don't need to walk for 30 minutes straight - parking further away, taking the stairs, or walking to the letterbox all count towards your daily activity goal. Source: Australian Department of Health |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 If you have me, you want to share me. If you share me, you no longer have me. What am I?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia Sport · 7 questions · ~2 min Which country hosted the 2000 Summer Olympics? | A) Greece | | B) Australia | | C) China | | D) United States |
Yesterday 10 people played · Average score: 5/7 |
On This Day Anniversary of • The Treaty of Rome was signed, establishing the European Economic Community. (1957) • Saudi Arabia began military intervention in Yemen against Houthi rebels. (2015) • The European Union banned British beef exports due to concerns over mad cow disease. (1996) • Civil rights marchers led by Martin Luther King Jr. completed their march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama. (1965) 🎂 Born on this day: British singer-songwriter and pianist Elton John (1947), American Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin (1942), and American actress from Sex and the City Sarah Jessica Parker (1965). |
Brainteaser Answer
A secret. |
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One Last Smile  The garden hose: always tangled, never where you left it, somehow alive. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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