Morning PostBendigo Friday, 10 April 2026 • Issue #648 |
Shower or two today, UV moderate ☀️ UV 5.6 • 🌅 Sunset 6:04 PM |
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Good morning! Lockwood Ward has filled its vacant council seat after a tight count, while emergency crews responded to a burning bus in Ascot yesterday. Grab your brolly for a drizzly Friday. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Donna Nicholas claims council seat after close count 👪 Central Deborah Gold Mine — Underground Tours + 2 more events 📺 What We're Watching 🕰️ On this day in 1912: RMS Titanic departed Southampton on its ill-fated maiden voyage to... |
Today's Bendigo The Lockwood Ward vacancy has been filled following a by-election that went to preferences. Nicholas emerged victorious in what proved to be a closely fought contest for the council position. via Bendigo Advertiser🔒 paywallAn inclusive festival is preparing to launch across Bendigo, promising entertainment and community connection. The event aims to create a welcoming space for celebration and visibility. via Bendigo Times |
Around Australia A 21-year-old from Broken Hill studying medicine has won the Stawell Gift, becoming the town's first victor since 1949. via ABC News |
Around the World |
What's On Family & Grandkids Every Friday we share family-friendly outings around Bendigo. ExhibitionCentral Deborah Gold Mine, 76 Violet St, Daily 9:30am-5pm Descend 20 storeys into a real goldmine with hard hats and headlamps for an unforgettable family adventure. FamilyBendigo Tramways Depot, 1 Tramways Ave, Daily Vintage talking trams whisk you through Bendigo's streets with fascinating gold rush tales for all ages. FoodVarious venues, 2 May Toast the region's finest drops at this annual celebration of Bendigo's acclaimed wine country. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
What We're Watching Every Friday we recommend something worth watching this weekend. Mystery RoadDrama Series · ABC iview Aaron Pedersen stars as Indigenous detective Jay Swan investigating crimes in the Australian outback. Gripping storytelling with stunning cinematography and a uniquely Australian perspective on the crime genre. Slow HorsesSpy Series · Apple TV+ Gary Oldman leads this brilliant British spy thriller about MI5 agents relegated to the departmental dumping ground. Sharp writing, dark humour, and edge-of-your-seat espionage that rivals the best of le Carré. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 How many letters are in 'the alphabet'?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 3 steps · ~2 min FIVE → FAME Change one letter at a time · Par: 3 steps Yesterday: 🧠 65 played · 💡 31 played · ✏️ 38 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • RMS Titanic departed Southampton on its ill-fated maiden voyage to New York. (1912) • Paul McCartney announced the Beatles had disbanded, ending the world's most successful musical act. (1970) • Australian runner John Landy broke the world mile record with a time of 4:02.0 at Turku, Finland. (1954) • The New South Wales Government announced plans for a $1 billion redevelopment of Darling Harbour in Sydney. (1985) 🎂 Born on this day: Australian country music star Kasey Chambers (1976), American action film actor Steven Seagal (1952), and Egyptian actor Omar Sharif (1932). |
Brainteaser Answer
Eleven — t, h, e, a, l, p, h, a, b, e, t. |
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