Morning PostBendigo Sunday, 26 April 2026 • Issue #664 |
Partly cloudy today, sunny tomorrow ☀️ UV 3.9 • 🌅 Sunset 5:43 PM |
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Good morning! Bendigo paused yesterday to remember those who served, with packed ceremonies across the region. Plus, if you're keen to get moving, there's a free training trek up Mount Macedon happening today. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Packed crowds gather for remembrance ceremonies 📍 parkrun Bendigo + 5 more events ✈️ Travel & Deals: Wendy Wu Tours: 2027 Japan cherry blossom departures with up to $2,000pp off and $99 deposit 🕰️ On this day in 1986: The Chernobyl nuclear reactor in Ukraine exploded, causing the... |
Today's Bendigo Thousands attended commemorative services across Bendigo, Kangaroo Flat and Eaglehawk yesterday to mark the 111th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing. The day served as a powerful reminder of sacrifice and service. via Bendigo Advertiser🔒 paywallIndigenous representatives were met with racist booing and heckling during welcome to country ceremonies in Melbourne, Sydney and Perth. One man has been arrested, with others issued move-on orders. via ABC VictoriaThe popular columnist has published his latest reflections in the Bendigo Times, offering his distinctive take on life and current affairs. via Bendigo Times |
Around Australia The Black Ferns overwhelmed the Wallaroos 40-5 in the historic first Anzac Day Test between the women's teams. Australia struggled throughout the match. via ABC NewsThe US will now permit firing squads, electrocution and gas chambers for federal executions, drawing condemnation from human rights advocates. via SBS News |
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What’s On: Sport & Active ⚽ Bendigo Botanic Gardens, White HillsEvery Saturday 8am Join the friendly Saturday morning 5km walk or run through beautiful Botanic Gardens, all paces welcome. Free Enjoy a free guided training trek up Mount Macedon this Sunday, building fitness in beautiful natural surroundings. Free Discover local history and native flora on this gentle eco trail walk through the historic Sanatorium grounds. Free outdoor fitness sessions in the gardens, perfect for staying active in a relaxed, social setting. Free Hear Richmond legends Alex Rance and Shane Edwards share premiership stories and behind-the-scenes football tales live. Watch Australia's strongest competitors battle for the national grip sport title in this unique strength championship. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Travel & Deals Every Sunday we share a holiday or travel deal worth knowing about. Fully escorted small-group tours from Australia covering Tokyo, Kyoto and Hiroshima during peak sakura season. Includes return international flights, all accommodation, daily meals on classic tours, transport and expert local guides. Tours from 9 to 22 days, priced from $9,380pp twin share for the 9-day 'A Week in Japan' itinerary. Offer ends: Early bird offer — limited time 💡 Cherry blossom timing shifts year to year — late-March and early-April 2027 departures cover the peak window. Book early for the most popular dates. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What runs all day but never walks, has a mouth but never talks, has a bed but never sleeps?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games ✏️ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues · ~3 min | 1 Across Mediterranean fruit or its tree | | 6 Across Fabric made from flax | | 7 Across Chemically inactive |
Yesterday: 🧠 61 played · 💡 50 played · ✏️ 47 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • The Chernobyl nuclear reactor in Ukraine exploded, causing the world's worst nuclear disaster. (1986) • The Geneva Conference on Indochina began, leading to the temporary division of Vietnam. (1954) • John Farnham's album Whispering Jack became the highest-selling Australian album of all time. (1988) • Robert Steinhäuser killed 16 people in a school shooting in Erfurt, Germany. (2002) 🎂 Born on this day: AFL footballer, Western Bulldogs Marcus Bontempelli (1995), Chinese martial artist and actor Jet Li (1963), and American comedian and actor Kevin James (1965). |
Brainteaser Answer
A river. |
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One Last Smile  At this age, 'sleeping like a baby' means waking up every two hours. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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