Morning PostBendigo Friday, 1 May 2026 • Issue #669 |
Partly cloudy with a top of 26 ☀️ UV 3.9 • 🌅 Sunset 5:38 PM |
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Happy Friday, Bendigo. Emergency crews have raised serious concerns about how residents responded during the Harcourt bushfire, while Priscilla Queen of the Desert wraps up its glittering run at Ulumbarra in just two weeks. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Emergency crews warn of dangerous behaviour during Harcourt blaze 📍 Priscilla Queen of the Desert + 2 more events 🕰️ On this day in 1851: The colony of Victoria officially separated from New South Wales. |
Today's Bendigo Firefighters told an inquiry that residents failed to follow safety instructions and drove around closed roads during the Harcourt bushfire. The unprepared response created significant obstacles for emergency personnel attempting to protect lives and property. via Bendigo Advertiser🔒 paywallWithout a Labor candidate on the ballot, the Liberals should cruise to victory in Saturday's Nepean by-election. But analysts say the changing political landscape means nothing is guaranteed anymore. via ABC VictoriaA Bendigo educational institution is highlighting how tradition and forward-thinking approaches combine to shape student experiences. The focus comes during Education Week celebrations. via Bendigo Times |
Around Australia Queensland looked set for another upset win before New South Wales produced two game-changing plays to claim victory in Newcastle. via ABC NewsPoliticians are calling for Palantir contracts to be cancelled after a UK MP compared the company's manifesto to villainous schemes. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World |
What’s On: Theatre & Stage 🎭 Ulumbarra Theatre, Bendigo14 May – 17 May Bendigo Theatre Company brings the beloved glitter-fuelled musical to life in this final weekend extravaganza. Meet bestselling Australian author Victoria Purman as she discusses her latest romantic novel in this intimate event. Join author Krysteen Dvoracek for a delightful literary conversation exploring themes of love and nature. 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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