Morning PostBendigo Thursday, 16 April 2026 • Issue #654 |
Late shower or two ☀️ UV 5.5 • 🌅 Sunset 5:56 PM |
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Good morning! Coliban Water is tackling a massive leak problem that's wasting most of our region's water supply, while firefighters battle a major blaze at Geelong's oil refinery. Plus, we're asking: do you shop around for insurance? — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Coliban to spend $160m fixing leaky century-old pipes 📍 Strategem Bendigo Winemakers Festival + 3 more events 💰 Money Matters: Review Your Home and Car Insurance Every Year 🕰️ On this day in 1943: Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann accidentally discovered the psychedelic... |
Today's Bendigo Water authorities will overhaul aging infrastructure that currently loses up to 80 per cent of supply through leaks. The massive investment targets a system dating back to the 1870s. via Bendigo Advertiser🔒 paywallEmergency crews responded to reports of explosions and flames at one of just two working refineries in Australia. The blaze started around 11pm and remains active this morning. via ABC VictoriaCoach Hobbs praised his side's performance ahead of a challenging match against the Roos this weekend in local football action. via Bendigo Times |
Around Australia The tribunal found the midfielder guilty of insulting an umpire during a match. Port Adelaide confirmed they'll appeal the decision after detailed reasons were released. via ABC NewsThe ongoing war is testing the nation's preparedness in critical areas including energy security, trade links and defence capabilities. via SBS News |
Around the World |
What's On FoodBendigo, 2 May Celebrate the region's finest wines with local winemakers in this annual tasting showcase. MusicUlumbarra Theatre, 2 May Two hours of ABBA's greatest hits brought to life in this spectacular tribute concert. ArtsUlumbarra Theatre, 14-17 May Bendigo Theatre Company stages the glittering musical journey across Australia's outback. MusicUlumbarra Theatre, 29-31 May Four orchestras unite to perform Beethoven's complete symphonic works over three magnificent days. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Money Matters Every Thursday we share a practical money tip. Review Your Home and Car Insurance Every YearLoyalty doesn't pay when it comes to insurance — premiums often creep up while your coverage needs may have changed. Take an hour each year to compare quotes and check if you're over-insured on items like contents or vehicles that have depreciated. You might save hundreds of dollars, and ensure your excess levels still suit your budget. Source: ASIC MoneySmart 📊 Today's Poll Do you shop around for insurance each year? Every yearSet and forget📊 Yesterday's Poll Could you stand on one leg for 30 seconds? Easy led with 63% (76 votes) |
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Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What English word keeps the same pronunciation even after you remove four of its five letters?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 2 steps · ~2 min FEAR → DEAD Change one letter at a time · Par: 2 steps Yesterday: 🧠 62 played · 💡 48 played · ✏️ 38 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann accidentally discovered the psychedelic effects of LSD. (1943) • Apollo 16 launched from Kennedy Space Center, carrying astronauts to the moon's Descartes Highlands. (1972) • Australian forces landed at Tarakan Island in Borneo, beginning the first stage of the Borneo Campaign. (1945) • The bodies of Australian and Dutch MH17 victims arrived in the Netherlands after the plane was shot down over Ukraine. (2014) 🎂 Born on this day: British silent film legend Charlie Chaplin (1889), Australian Midnight Oil frontman Peter Garrett (1953), and British actress Gina McKee (1964). |
Brainteaser Answer
Queue — remove the 'u, e, u, e' and the 'Q' still sounds the same. |
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One Last Smile  The Bendigo Art Gallery steps are Bendigo's unofficial meeting point for everyone running late. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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