Morning PostBendigo Wednesday, 13 May 2026 Β β’Β Issue #681 |
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Yesterday I said I'd been working on something for you. Here it is.
The Just-In-Case Folder β a print-and-fill workbook that holds everything your family would need if you were suddenly out of the picture. I've taken over both of today's ad slots so I can show you what's inside. Back to regular sponsors tomorrow. β Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance π° Investment property owners to pay more tax π BSO Beethoven Festival + 2 more events πͺ Health & Wellness: Morning Sunlight May Help You Sleep Better Tonight π°οΈ On this day in 1787: The First Fleet departed from Portsmouth, England, bound for... |
Today's Bendigo A new budget measure increases levies on rental properties and certain trusts. The money raised will fund a $250 rebate for working Australians across the country. via ABC VictoriaThe Red Shield Appeal is underway to help vulnerable community members facing hardship. Donations will support emergency relief services throughout the colder months ahead. via Bendigo TimesThe government's latest spending plan brings mixed fortunes for different groups. From tax breaks to housing changes, residents are checking whether they're better or worse off under the new measures. via Bendigo Advertiserπ paywall |
Around Australia Canberra's bold move tackles capital gains tax concessions and housing perks. The NDIS also faces significant funding cuts under the new financial plan. via The Guardian AustraliaA new analysis shows where every $100 of government revenue goes. The breakdown helps Australians understand spending priorities across services and programs. via SBS News |
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Whatβs On: Music π΅ Ulumbarra Theatre, Bendigo29 May β 31 May Four orchestras unite to perform Beethoven's complete symphonic cycle over three magnificent days at the Ulumbarra. Relive the magic of Fleetwood Mac with Australia's premier tribute to Rumours-era classics and timeless hits. Simply the best tribute show celebrating Tina Turner's electrifying career and greatest hits in stunning style. Got an event to share? Let us know β |
Health & Wellness Every Wednesday we share a tip for living well. Morning Sunlight May Help You Sleep Better TonightGetting 30 minutes of natural light before noon helps regulate your circadian rhythm, making it easier to fall asleep at night. Australian researchers found that morning sun exposure improved sleep quality in older adults by up to 25%. Try having your morning cuppa outside or taking a short walk before lunch. Source: Sleep Health Foundation Australia π Today's Poll Do you sleep better after spending time in the sun? DefinitelyNo differenceπ Yesterday's Poll If something happened to you tomorrow, could your family find what they'd need? Yes β mostly sorted led with 70% |
β¦ From Morning Post Why I made thisI built The Just-In-Case Folder after watching too many friends scramble through their parents' paperwork in the worst week of their lives β bank logins they didn't have, funeral wishes nobody'd written down, a will somewhere in a filing cabinet but nobody knew which one. It's the antidote to that scramble. One workbook that holds the lot. Most readers fill it in over a weekend, file it in a drawer, and sleep a little easier the night after. Today only β both ad slots are mine. Back to regular sponsors tomorrow. β Nathan |
Daily Brainteaser 𧩠What goes up and down the stairs without moving?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games π‘ Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 2 steps Β· ~2 min HALE β FATE Change one letter at a time Β· Par: 2 steps Yesterday: π§ 138 played Β Β·Β π‘ 87 played Β Β·Β βοΈ 88 played |
On This Day Anniversary of β’ The First Fleet departed from Portsmouth, England, bound for Australia. (1787) β’ The first Australian Grand Prix for Formula One cars was held at Nuriootpa, South Australia. (1950) β’ Pope John Paul II was shot and wounded in St Peter's Square. (1981) β’ Winston Churchill delivered his 'blood, toil, tears and sweat' speech. (1940) π Born on this day: American soul music legend Stevie Wonder (1950), American basketball star Dennis Rodman (1961), and Australian tennis champion Samantha Stosur (1984). |
Brainteaser Answer
A carpet or stair runner. It stays in place while covering the stairs. |
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One Last Smile  The garden hose has been coiled the same wrong way for three years now. Send this to a friend whoβd laugh |
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