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Morning PostBendigo Tuesday, 24 March 2026 Β β’Β Issue #631 |
Shower or two today, UV index 7.7 βοΈ UV 7.7 Β β’Β π
Sunset 7:29 PM |
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Good morning! A van's ended up on its side in a residential street, teachers are walking off the job across Victoria, and we're asking: has Bendigo changed for the better in the last 20 years? β Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance π¦οΈ 30Β°/16Β° β Shower or two today, UV index 7.7 π° Van ends up on its side in bizarre Bendigo crash π Bendigo Pottery β Australia's Oldest Working Pottery + 4 more events π¬ Vote in this week's poll π°οΈ On this day in 1989: The Exxon Valdez oil tanker spilled 11 million gallons of crude oil... |
Today's Bendigo Van ends up on its side in bizarre Bendigo crashA van overturned in Brougham Street in what's being described as a bizarre crash. Bendigo Highway Patrol are investigating the circumstances, with the driver assisting police with their enquiries. Details are still emerging about how the vehicle ended up on its side in a residential area. via Bendigo AdvertiserVictorian teachers strike for first time in 13 yearsAbout 500 state schools could close or face significant disruptions today as teachers walk off the job over a pay dispute. It's the first strike by Victorian teachers in 13 years, according to the Australian Education Union. via ABC Victoria |
Around Australia This fuel costs just 80c a litre β so why isn't everyone using it?LPG's slow demise came with the introduction of electric vehicles and the death of local car manufacturing. Despite costing as little as 80 cents a litre, it's becoming increasingly hard to find. via SBS News |
Around the World Colombian Air Force plane crashes with scores of soldiers on board β Colombia's defence minister says it was a tragic accident but the cause is not yet clear. via BBC World Madagascar ministers must pass lie detector tests β The country's military president says new ministers will have to pass lie detector tests in a move he claims is designed to root out corruption. via The Guardian World |
What's On Classes & Workshops Every Tuesday we round up classes and workshops to try around Bendigo. FreeBendigo Pottery, 146 Midland Hwy, Epsom β Daily 9am-5pm Try your hand at pottery, explore heritage kilns, and browse the gallery β free entry. WorkshopPractical workshop for carers Learn to prepare for unexpected situations with this hands-on planning session for carers. ClassOnline workshop Explore historical maps in a new way with this digital tool introduction. ClassOnline workshop Dive deeper into the complex stories that shaped our local communities. ClassFun evening event Unleash your creativity with fabulous entertainment and a paintbrush in hand. Got an event to share? Let us know β |
Your Say Every Tuesday we put a question to the vote. This week's question: Has Bendigo changed for the better in the last 20 years? Yes, it's thrivingNo, I miss the old days |
Daily Brainteaser 𧩠Before Mount Everest was discovered, what was the highest mountain in the world?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games βοΈ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues Β· ~3 min | 1 Across Social rank or school group | | 6 Across Not heavy in weight | | 7 Across See eye to eye |
Yesterday 14 people played Β· Average time: 2m 34s |
On This Day Anniversary of β’ The Exxon Valdez oil tanker spilled 11 million gallons of crude oil in Alaska's Prince William Sound. (1989) β’ NATO began air strikes against Yugoslavia in response to the Kosovo crisis. (1999) β’ Archbishop Oscar Romero was assassinated while celebrating Mass in San Salvador. (1980) β’ Argentine President Isabel PerΓ³n was deposed in a military coup led by Jorge Videla. (1976) π Born on this day: American Hollywood action star Steve McQueen (1930), American basketball coach and broadcaster Jim Valvano (1946), and American actress from Buffy Alyson Hannigan (1974). |
Brainteaser Answer
Mount Everest β it was still the highest, just undiscovered. |
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One Last Smile  Saturday morning at Rosalind Park, where every dog knows exactly where they're going. Send this to a friend whoβd laugh |
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